Property Profits Real Estate Podcast

Real estate investing can run in the family—and Ruth Hiller is living proof. With a grandmother who started investing in multifamily back in the 1940s and parents who followed suit in the 1960s, Ruth has carried on the legacy and built her own successful path in multifamily syndications. In this episode, Ruth shares how she became both a general and limited partner in multiple deals, her passion for helping women step into the world of real estate investing, and the lessons she’s learned navigating changing markets. She opens up about capital raising, building authentic relationships, and why educating investors is key to long-term success. You’ll also hear how Ruth stays focused on the right opportunities, avoids the fear of missing out, and balances investing while inspiring the next generation of women in real estate.     - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

They say the riches are in the niches, and real estate pro Kevin Oliver has taken that advice to heart. From flipping more than 200 homes to running group homes and now specializing in probate and divorce real estate, Kevin shares how focusing his niche has fueled his success. In this episode, Kevin reveals: How his experience with Rich Dad Poor Dad shaped his investing approach. Why group homes can be both profitable and impactful in the community. How he built referral “flywheels” with attorneys to generate consistent probate and divorce deals. Why leading with service and relationships matters more than chasing commissions.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with real estate entrepreneur and capital raiser Carson Jones to talk about navigating today’s shifting economy, spotting opportunities, and building investor confidence. Carson shares why he’s currently focused on industrial and multifamily real estate, how market cycles shape his investment decisions, and the importance of educating investors so they feel empowered rather than blindsided. He also opens up about his book, The Red Flag Playbook, which teaches investors how to spot potential pitfalls and better vet opportunities. You’ll hear how Carson uses newsletters, conferences, and LinkedIn content to grow meaningful investor relationships—and why he believes trust and education are the keys to raising capital in uncertain times.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with seasoned real estate broker and investor Mark Rickert from Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Mark shares how he built his portfolio of single-family homes, transitioned into development projects, and why quality renovations are the key to attracting strong tenants and above-market rents. He talks about his first Airbnb venture near the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, the lessons learned from working with his father (a successful mobile home park investor), and how he involves his own son in deals to pass down experience and wealth-building skills. Mark also dives into how he finds most of his properties off-market, why he avoids “partner-ships,” and how DCR loans and private lending allow him to finance his projects without outside investors. Mark’s passion for his home state shines through as he encourages listeners to visit New Mexico for its culture, food, and natural beauty.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

What does it take to succeed in real estate for over 50 years? In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with Joe Homs, a seasoned investor, broker, and mentor from Orange County, California. Joe shares how he started in real estate as a teenager working with his father and built a career that spans flipping, buy-and-hold strategies, and running a brokerage with 350 agents. Along the way, he has mentored new investors, teaching them not just how to flip properties, but how to build systems, find deals, and work with contractors. You’ll hear how Joe structures his partnerships with students, why he insists they get hands-on experience, and how his own family—including his son-in-law—scaled into flipping 100 properties a year. Joe also opens up about balancing work, teaching, and enjoying life near the ocean.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast with Dave Dubeau, we welcome Jason Kenney from Nashville. Jason shares his journey from investing in single-family homes to scaling into multifamily properties — first as a limited partner in over 1,200 units, and now stepping into the role of a general partner. Jason breaks down what it’s really like moving from passive investing to active syndication. He explains how his background in analytics shaped his investing approach, why he prefers steady Midwest markets over flashy coastal ones, and how he managed to weather recent market corrections while many others struggled. You’ll also hear about his very first multifamily deal under contract, a 12-unit value-add property north of Nashville, and the lessons he’s learned from due diligence, sponsor vetting, and building strong partnerships.     - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Most people think of student housing as either dorms or big apartment buildings. But what about single-family homes scattered near campus? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with Karlston Nasser, founder of Viver Properties, who is scaling a unique model of scattered student housing. Karlston shares how a personal experience with his son’s housing situation led him to discover a huge, untapped opportunity. By taking single-family homes near universities and applying institutional-level standards, he’s creating safe, desirable, and profitable housing for students—while delivering solid returns for investors.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Have you ever wondered if you really got the best financing deal on your property? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with Ira Zlotowitz, founder of GParency, who has created what he calls the “Netflix of real estate lending.” Ira explains how most commercial property owners experience buyer’s remorse, thinking they could have secured better terms. His solution? A flat-fee service that guarantees borrowers the best rates, without the conflicts of interest that traditional brokers face. In this conversation, Ira shares: Why 95% of borrowers feel like they overpaid on their financing How his $4,500 fixed-fee model works alongside (not against) brokers How AI is used to track over 3,000 lenders nationwide Why transparency and competition are key to saving money   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

When the market gets choppy, clear and consistent communication is what separates successful syndicators from the rest. In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with multifamily syndicator Andrew Cushman of Vantage Point Acquisitions to unpack how transparency builds investor trust—even when the news isn’t great. Andrew shares how his team has grown to manage over 1,600 units across the Southeast U.S., specializing in workforce housing for middle-class families. He explains their approach to light-to-moderate value-add projects, the kind of residents they focus on, and why even simple upgrades like new fixtures and flooring can transform returns. Most importantly, Andrew reveals his investor communication strategy—one that blends financial data with context, consistent quarterly reporting, and proactive updates about potential challenges before they arise. It’s this approach that keeps investors confident through market cycles. You’ll also hear Andrew’s take on the current multifamily landscape, where he sees opportunities over the next 12–18 months, and how operators can position themselves for the next upcycle.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

What if you could unlock the value in your home without taking on more debt? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with Jake Kelley and Michael Carpentier from Vesta Equity to explore a new way homeowners can access their equity—debt-free. Jake and Michael explain how their platform allows homeowners to convert a portion of their home equity into cash without monthly payments, while giving investors a chance to participate in the growth of U.S. housing. They break down real-life examples, compare this option to reverse mortgages and HELOCs, and reveal how their approach is especially helpful for retirees, entrepreneurs, and those turned down by banks. If you’ve ever wondered how to put your home’s equity to work without adding financial stress, this episode is for you.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

In this episode, Dave Dubeau welcomes Tiffany Mittal, founder of Utility Ranger and a seasoned multifamily investor, to uncover how small landlords can reclaim lost profits by turning utilities into a revenue stream. Tiffany shares her journey from struggling with rising utility costs in her San Diego rental portfolio to discovering the game-changing Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) — a tool long-used by institutional players but out of reach for many small investors. Instead of giving up when told she was “too small” for traditional utility billing services, Tiffany went undercover — working for billing companies to learn the ins and outs of the industry. She then turned her insights into action by building a scalable software platform that empowers landlords with as few as 2–20 units to take control of utility billing.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Ever wondered how you can grow your real estate portfolio without getting hammered by capital gains taxes? In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with Paul “Coach” Frank, a 40-year veteran in real estate development, brokerage, and investing, to break down the ins and outs of 1031 exchanges. Paul shares why so many investors misunderstand the term “like-kind,” the biggest mistakes people make when attempting 1031s, and how savvy investors use exchanges to trade out of management-heavy multifamily and single-family rentals into stable, cash-flowing triple net properties. From real-life stories of clients who turned underperforming rentals into hands-free income streams, to Paul’s insights on why drive-thru QSR properties like Chick-fil-A and Chipotle are “gold,” this conversation will change how you think about growing wealth through real estate.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

How do you break into the world of family office investing and build real, lasting partnerships? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with John Pugh, founder of Pew Management, to talk about his unique journey from Wall Street to real estate, and even professional basketball, to now helping family offices match capital with the right deals. John shares how he built credibility, the importance of patience when nurturing long-term investor relationships, and why providing value upfront is the key to standing out in a space filled with opportunities and competition. He also explains where he’s seeing the best opportunities in today’s market, including multifamily and industrial projects, and how family offices approach deals differently than other investors. If you’ve ever wondered how to connect with high-net-worth investors or family offices, this conversation is full of practical insights and strategies you can use.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Active-duty-turned-investor Johnny Lynum breaks down his 117-unit portfolio and his focus on small apartment buildings across Alabama and Florida. He shares a 24-unit case study bought with 100% seller financing, how he pushed average rents by ~$325 per unit, why he loves Alabama’s fundamentals, and the capital stacks he uses (JV, LP, and even a convertible-debt option). We also dig into property management lessons, today’s rate environment, and where Johnny’s taking his business post-Air Force retirement.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

In this fast-paced chat, Joey shares how he and his partner built more than $50K/month in passive income by pairing the Infinite Banking Concept with the right income vehicles for their personalities—think land flipping, short-term rentals, Turo fleets, content sites, private lending, and more. We dig into why “traditional retirement” can feel like a financial prison, how most investors unknowingly park cash in money traps (401(k)s/IRAs/extra debt paydown) that don’t produce cash flow today, and how to redirect hidden capital into assets that actually move you toward freedom. Joey also explains “Investor DNA”—matching strategies to who you are—so you stop forcing deals that don’t fit and start scaling what does.     - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Dave sits down with Karl Dakin to unpack the idea of motivated money—finding a “funding soulmate” whose needs align tightly with your offer so the investment feels obvious. Karl walks through real examples: a shoe company that raised $1.3M by turning customers into investors through a Reg CF campaign, a construction-tech firm that replaced a stalled convertible note with a discount-plus-equity structure, and a workforce-housing concept that pre-sold units to local employers to de-risk development. You’ll learn why who you talk to can matter more than how you pitch, how to work backward from the end state (tenants and buyers) to make projects bankable, and simple ways to reframe ROI so investors see value they control.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Frederick Hubler Jr., an independent financial advisor and Forbes contributor, pulls back the curtain on how major endowments and foundations invest, and how everyday accredited investors (including active real estate folks) can borrow that playbook. He explains how DSTs can help a seller complete a 1031 exchange into fractional ownership of large, stabilized, income-producing properties—think Amazon distribution centers, senior housing, student housing—without taking on new management duties. We cover who qualifies, why DSTs can be a powerful “get the seller off the fence” tool, what typical cash flow ranges look like, how leverage and depreciation carry over, and the three exit paths when a DST “lands.” Frederick also shares real-world examples, trade-offs (like 5–8 year hold periods), and why some investors use DSTs to reset basis and keep swapping to defer taxes over time.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

In this inspiring episode of the Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau chats with Nick Stromwall, a former college pastor turned multifamily real estate fund manager. Nick shares how his desire to support students on faith-based missions led him to real estate investing—and how that evolved into a full-blown capital raising business. From charging scooters in downtown Minneapolis to managing duplexes, and eventually co-GPing on syndications, Nick's journey is filled with real lessons in hustle, heart, and aligning faith with finances. Now leading Oak & Vine Capital and working as VP of Innovation at Rise48 Equity, Nick is laser-focused on attracting faith-driven leaders who want to multiply their money—and their impact. You’ll hear Nick's approach to building authentic investor relationships, how niching down to serve faith-based investors changed everything, and why he believes legacy starts where financial freedom ends. He even breaks down his two investor avatars: Ryan, the busy professional in his 40s, and Jason, the impact-minded investor nearing retirement.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/  

Adrian shares how his team scaled to 515+ doors through joint ventures, why Ontario’s tenant landscape pushed him to reconsider heavy value-add plays, and how CMHC’s up to 95% loan-to-cost and 50-year amortization on new construction changed the math. He walks us through a typical project on a 60’ x 200’ lot: demolish a bungalow, pour slab-on-grade, wood-frame 3-storey / 10-unit (all 2-bed/2-bath ~900 sq ft), above-ground parking, and no elevators—to keep timelines tight and avoid site plan approval where possible. We dig into timelines (about 4–4.5 months to permits; ~18 months build), MLI energy efficiency + affordability point targets, tranche funding with a quantity surveyor, 5- vs 10-year terms, and why Adrian still prefers 5-year to give JV partners flexibility at refi or disposition.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Ever wondered how big real estate deals actually get funded? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with capital broker and investor Ryan Haase to uncover how he helps investors and developers secure the financing they need—even in today’s tough market. Ryan breaks down what it really means to be a capital broker, how he connects borrowers with banks, funds, and private lenders, and why the process is similar to working with a mortgage broker, just on a much bigger scale. He also shares insights from his own journey as a multifamily investor, the challenges of raising capital in today’s environment, and what he sees coming next in the commercial real estate cycle. If you want to understand how money flows in real estate and how to navigate capital markets in uncertain times, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.     - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/