Join Gino Barbaro of Jake and Gino as he continues the discussion on the crucial team members you need to build a scalable and successful real estate enterprise. He stresses that in the current market cycle, the focus has shifted entirely from just "buy right" to mastering the "manage right" component. If you neglect operations, even the most promising acquisitions will turn into "crappy deals".In this video, Gino breaks down the complex reality of raising capital and highlights why Investor Relations is not a side job—it's an entirely separate business that demands a dedicated, critical hire.🔑 Key Takeaways:✅ Great Deals Become Crappy Deals: In this phase of the market cycle, a lack of focus on asset management and operations will destroy returns, turning your best finds into failures.✅ The Foundational Hires: The non-negotiable early hires include a Property Manager, Asset Manager, and Bookkeeper, as discussed in the previous video.✅ Two Businesses, Not One: Running a multifamily operation and managing the equity/investor relations side are two different businesses that require separate systems and attention.✅ The Critical Capital Relations Hire: If you are raising outside capital from day one, you must be prepared for the burden of investor reports, newsletters, K1 distribution, and constant communication—a full-time role that cannot be ignored.✅ The Scaling Tipping Point: Around the 300 to 500 unit mark, most investors become completely overwhelmed by these operational functions and realize they can no longer do everything themselves. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mike shares his compelling personal journey of growing up in the former Soviet Union and immigrating to the U.S., offering a vital perspective on the dangers of socialism and communism as these terms resurface in modern politics. He also unveils his "three rules" for finding and underwriting great deals in the current volatile market, explaining how he targets positive spreads and deep discounts on construction costs.🔑 Key Takeaways:✅ The Three Rules for "Great Deals": Today, Mike focuses on deals that offer:➜ A 2% positive spread between the cap rate and the financing interest rate.➜ A 50% or better discount to the reconstruction cost (targeting existing builds).➜ A 20% to 40% discount off the peak market price.✅ Socialism vs. Capitalism: Having lived in the former Soviet Union, Mike provides a stark warning against socialism, viewing it as a system that ultimately leads to corruption, empty shelves, and a loss of freedom. He stresses that while concepts to help the needy are valid, the system itself is flawed.✅ The Fed's Flawed Approach: Mike agrees that the Fed is "always late" and operates with a flawed model, reacting to old data rather than driving decisions with a forward outlook. He suggests their delayed and aggressive rate hikes "shocked the system" and were potentially political.✅ The Investment Opportunity: The confluence of a complacent stock market (heavy in the MAG 7) and a beaten-up commercial real estate market creates phenomenal risk-adjusted opportunities for buyers who can find motivated sellers and "buy right".Question for the Audience: Mike describes a real-life $79k/door deal with a 9-cap and 7% financing. What is the single most important action you are taking right now to position yourself to find and close deals with this kind of massive dislocation? We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We discuss the critical roles you need to fill—from property management to bookkeeping—and share the painful (and expensive) lessons learned from waiting too long to hire. Stop working in your business and start working on it.Key Takeaways:✅ The "I'ma" Mentality: Why doing everything yourself will cap your growth and lead to burnout.✅ The 3-Month Test: A simple formula to determine if you can afford your first hire without breaking the bank.✅ Top 4 Crucial Hires: Why property managers, bookkeepers, business coaches, and asset managers are non-negotiable for scaling.Question of the Day: What is the one task in your business that you know you should hire out but haven't yet? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We also debate the pros and cons of traditional retirement planning versus active real estate investing. Is the "4% Rule" a path to freedom or just a way to ration your life away? Jake and Gino share their unique approach to multifamily investing, profit per unit (PPU), and why managing debt is the key to surviving market downturns.Key Takeaways:✅ Fiduciary vs. Non-Fiduciary: Why most advisors are like "Supercuts" employees pushing their own products, and how to find an independent fiduciary who works for you.✅ The Problem with Traditional Retirement: Why the "4% Rule" feels like rationing your life and how active investing can offer more control.✅ Multifamily Metrics: Jake and Gino explain their "Profit Per Unit" (PPU) metric and why cash flow is king over net worth.✅ Debt Management: The critical importance of understanding debt terms in commercial real estate to avoid foreclosure during market shifts.✅ The "Retire.us" Solution: How Michael is democratizing access to premium financial planning without high asset minimums.Let's Connect!Question of the Day: Do you trust your financial advisor to act as a fiduciary, or are you managing your own investments? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Discover how LeaseLock is helping owners and operators maximize performance in every market cycle by rethinking the traditional security deposit.Key Takeaways:✅ The Rise of Resident-Centricity: The multifamily industry has shifted from a "show me the money" approach to prioritizing customer service and resident retention, especially in a competitive market with increasing supply.✅ The Accidental Economist: Greg's journey into multifamily, like many, was serendipitous, starting in real estate research and evolving into understanding operations through technology.✅ Decoding Market Cycles: Greg breaks down the recent market cycles, including the COVID-19 interruption, and highlights the current surge in new supply and its anticipated tapering.✅ Dallas: The Epicenter of Apartment Construction: Learn why Dallas consistently leads the nation in apartment construction, driven by a strong economy, job growth, and ease of building compared to coastal markets. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It's not as easy as social media influencers make it seem. You need a solid framework: Buy Right, Manage Right, and Finance Right. We explore the critical questions you must ask yourself before diving in: Are you buying a job or a business? Are you looking for cash flow or a big exit? And most importantly, are you prepared for the day-to-day grind of management?We also discuss why "boring" industries like home services (think gutters and closets!) might be the smartest investment right now, offering huge margins and resilience against AI disruption. Whether you're eyeing a franchise or an independent business, this episode gives you the honest truth about what it takes to succeed.Key Takeaways-✅ The Framework Matters: Just like in real estate, you need to Buy Right, Manage Right, and Finance Right. Most entrepreneurs fail at the Manage Right part.✅ Buying a Job vs. A Business: Be honest with yourself—are you looking to work in the business day-to-day (self-employed), or are you looking to be an investor?✅ Cash Flow vs. Exit: Decide if you want a business that pays you monthly (like a stable multifamily asset) or one you build for a massive exit down the road (like a tech startup).✅ Boring is Profitable: Don't chase "sexy" industries. Niche home service businesses often have better margins and lower competition than trendy sectors like food or AI.✅ Management is Key: You don't make money when you buy; you make money when you sell. To get a great exit multiple, you must build systems and manage the business effectively so it can run without you.If you had to buy a "boring" business today for cash flow, which industry would you choose: home services, personal care, or professional trades? Let us know in the comments! We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
If you’ve been sidelined the past few years, this episode will show you exactly how to get back into the multifamily game with a smarter, longer-term mindset—even in today’s challenging market.Multifamily investing has felt dark and uncertain—with rising rates, falling rents, and shrinking deal flow—but Gino Barbaro breaks down why this is actually the setup for the next wave of opportunity. In this episode, you’ll learn how to get back into the multifamily game by shifting your strategy, reevaluating your market, staying disciplined with underwriting, and understanding your true cost of capital. Gino shares lessons from the 2011–2013 cycle, why chasing hype assets like Bitcoin and gold often leads to losses, and how long-term thinking is the real edge in real estate. If you’ve been stuck, frustrated, or doubting your next move, this is the clarity you need to get back into the multifamily game with purpose and confidence. Connect with Gino Barbaro & Jake & Gino if guest contact info is available. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Raising capital with confidence isn’t just about finding investors—it’s about doing it legally and sleeping at night. In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino sits down with securities attorney Darin Mangum, “America’s premier securities lawyer,” to unpack how to raise capital with confidence while avoiding SEC trouble, bad structures, and nightmare investors. Whether you’re a first-time syndicator or scaling your private equity platform, this conversation shows you how to use other people’s money the right way. Darin explains when you actually shouldn’t raise capital, common red flags and legal mistakes, why proper PPMs and disclosures matter, and how regulations like Reg D, Reg S, and crowdfunding really work in today’s AI-driven world. You’ll learn why raising capital with confidence means treating it like a real business, preparing before you have a deal, and partnering with the right securities attorney instead of winging it and hoping the regulators never call. Connect with Darin H. Mangum Chapters:00:00 – Introduction02:39 – Darin's Journey into Law and Capital Raising11:49 – Common Mistakes Investors Make22:30 – The Challenge of Finding Good Deals29:28 – Mindset and Preparation for Capital Raising32:29 – Horror Stories: The Importance of Preparation38:26 – Understanding Securities Law and Legal Protection42:39 – Navigating Joint Ventures and Partnerships We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
If you’ve ever struggled with overcoming procrastination in real estate, this video is your roadmap. Gino Barbaro breaks down how to shift from hesitation to massive action using simple, proven frameworks inspired by Jim Rohn and Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning.In this lesson, Gino shares the exact three-step system that helped him move from procrastination to perseverance—both in business and life. You’ll learn how to break down overwhelming goals into small, doable actions, why writing things down creates clarity and momentum, and how aligning your goals with your core values eliminates friction. Whether you’re trying to close your first multifamily deal or build long-term habits, this episode reveals how overcoming procrastination in real estate is really about process, accountability, and personal growth. Gino also explains how tracking KPIs, building morning routines, and shifting your mindset can accelerate progress in any market.Connect with Gino Barbaro: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 Is the future of natural gas actually brighter than we’re being told? In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino and Jake sit down with Jay Bhatty, founder and CEO of NetGasHub.com, to unpack how data, pipelines, and smart policy are reshaping the future of natural gas in a world obsessed with renewables, AI, and exploding energy demand.Jay explains why the U.S. is the “Saudi Arabia of natural gas” and how that advantage impacts manufacturing, data centers, and your wallet. He breaks down how traders use data from pipelines and price differentials to profit in the energy markets, and why physics—not politics—is often the real constraint on wind and solar. You’ll learn how the future of natural gas fits into a balanced energy mix (coal, nuclear, solar, wind), why bright young talent is flocking to the intersection of energy and technology, and how investors can gain exposure to pure natural gas plays. Jay also shares his entrepreneur framework—why you should build “painkiller” businesses, how to spot real-world pain points, and why boring, cash-flowing companies may be the best opportunities of all.Connect with Jay Bhatty: NetGasHub.com • LinkedIn • Jay’s book on AmazonChapters:00:00 – Introduction to the Energy Industry and Its Importance 02:55 – The Role of Data in Natural Gas Efficiency05:56 – Natural Gas vs. Renewable Energy Sources09:04 – The Future of Manufacturing and Natural Gas11:49 – Attracting Talent to the Energy Sector14:54 – Entrepreneurship Framework in the Energy Industry19:38 – Opportunities in Small Businesses20:56 – Exploring Natural Resources22:46 – The Future of Data Centers27:43 – The Energy Mix: Finding Balance30:03 – Investing in Energy Diversification31:36 – The Future of Energy: A Balanced Approach34:05 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 Why do most people fail at multifamily investing? In this episode, Jake & Gino co-founder Gino Barbaro breaks down the real reasons aspiring investors never close their first multifamily deal. It’s not the lack of money — it’s the mindset. From limiting beliefs about wealth to the fear of taking action, this video reveals what’s truly holding you back from multifamily success. Gino shares the powerful mindset shifts and real-world lessons he learned on the path from restaurant owner to multifamily entrepreneur. You’ll learn:Why limiting beliefs can block your financial growth. How clarity and purpose drive real estate success. The difference between desperation and inspiration in taking action. How to overcome overwhelm and build momentum with mentorship and community.If you’re ready to stop making excuses and start closing deals, this is your roadmap to multifamily success.Connect with Gino Barbaro at Barbaro360.com to take the Money Archetype Quiz and start transforming your mindset today. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 Wall Street noise is loud—Barry Ritholtz shows you How Not to Invest. In this episode, we cut through models, headlines, and hype to focus on the few decisions that actually compound. Barry shares a practical framework for decision-making grounded in behavioral finance: why models are “wrong but useful,” how to build a checklist to filter signal from noise, and why broad indexing should anchor most portfolios. We dig into direct indexing for tax management, the attention economy’s impact on investors, and the real effects of tariffs and Fed timing on markets and Main Street. He also maps the “two businesses” every investor must master: deploying capital quietly for decades and consuming information without getting captured by clickbait. If you’re curious about AI’s productivity boost, global mean reversion beyond the U.S., and realistic expectations after back-to-back strong years, this conversation is for you. By the end, you’ll know How Not to Invest—and what to do instead.Connect with Barry Ritholtz: hownottoinvestbook.com Chapters:00:00 – Introduction02:32 – “All models are wrong, some are useful” & avoiding media-driven fear16:21 – Wealthy vs. middle-class planning: indexing, direct indexing, tax loss harvesting20:19 – AI’s real impact on advisors, workflows, and productivity24:46 – Where are the opportunities? U.S. vs. developed ex-U.S., mean reversion35:14 – Rates, the Fed, soft landing probabilities & realistic return expectations49:33 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 Everyone talks about building generational wealth in real estate, but few truly understand how to create a lasting legacy that outlives them. In this powerful episode, Gino Barbaro reveals the mindset and strategies behind building generational wealth in real estate — not just by owning assets, but by teaching the next generation to become financial stewards. Drawing from years of experience and interviews with legendary investors, Gino breaks down how to choose the right assets, know your exit strategy, and identify markets that will thrive for decades. He also shares lessons from real-world deals, including when to hold versus sell, how to structure seller-financed exits, and why focusing only on building generational wealth in real estate without passing on knowledge can be a costly mistake. Whether you’re just starting your investing journey or planning your family legacy, this episode is a must-watch for long-term thinkers.Connect with Gino Barbaro: gino@jakeandgino.com | barbaro360.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 Looking for a real plan for Multifamily Investing in 2025? Investor and operator Kent Ritter breaks down what’s working now—Midwest focus, public-private partnerships, and bringing management in-house. In this episode, Kent explains how operators are adapting Multifamily Investing in 2025 to tighter debt markets and slower deal flow. We dive into why he pivoted from C-class value-add to newer assets and development, how TIF bonds and city partnerships can make construction pencil, and why centralizing leasing and operations boosts profit-per-unit. You’ll hear lessons from a successful 80-unit ground-up project in Indiana, actionable hiring frameworks (yes, the “video interview” filter), and why the Midwest’s fundamentals—job growth, steady rent gains, and shorter drive radiuses—are compelling. If you’re refining your buy box, debating self-management, or exploring 55+ housing, this conversation gives you practical playbooks you can use. Multifamily Investing in 2025 rewards great operators—here’s how to become one.Connect with Kent Ritter: RitterOnRealEstate.com • HudsonInvesting.com  Chapters:00:00 – Introduction 02:30 – Market shift since 2023: from C-class value-add to newer assets & development 11:03 – Systems > heroics: scaling and bringing property management in-house 21:21 – Development playbook: site control, bids, contingencies & partnerships 32:25 – The “why” of self-management: cost control, core values & all-star hiring We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 Want to scale your real estate portfolio the right way? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the most important Multifamily KPIs that determine whether your deals are thriving or barely surviving. From Profit Per Unit (PPU) to delinquency rates and work order management, Gino explains how these key metrics turn a collection of properties into a sustainable business.   Learn how to apply Multifamily KPIs to measure success like a professional operator. You’ll discover:How to calculate Profit Per Unit (PPU) and use it to boost NOI. Why work order closure rates directly affect tenant retention. How tracking delinquency helps prevent lost income and evictions. The difference between physical and economic occupancy—and why it matters.Whether you manage 10 units or 1,000, these Multifamily KPIs will help you create consistent cash flow and long-term wealth. Connect with Gino Barbaro and the Jake & Gino team: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Want to break into CRE the right way? How to Become a Commercial Real Estate Broker—with real training, content strategy, and deal-making—starts here.In this episode, Joe Killinger (Commercial Brokers International) breaks down how to become a commercial real estate broker and actually stick with it. We cover the first 90 days of training, the skills that matter (listening > pitching), and how content marketing (YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok) drives inbound leads. You’ll learn a practical outreach framework, why analytics beat guesswork, and how affiliate networks unlock multi-market clients. We also touch on rates, retail’s comeback, and what to ask brokerages before you join. If you’re serious about how to become a commercial real estate broker, this conversation gives you a playbook you can use today. Connect with Joe Killinger: joekillinger.co |Chapters:00:00 – Introduction 06:58 – Digital marketing for brokers: YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok 09:17 – Be authentic, use analytics, and repurpose winning content 14:02 – Should new brokers start a podcast or YouTube? When & how to prepare 23:39 – Industry shifts: rates, dry powder, and why transactions slowed 35:01 – Retail outlook by market + “boots on the ground” lessons 42:09 – Joe’s free “First 90 Days in CRE” guide & recommended reading 48:17 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Are you wondering how to buy multifamily in this market cycle? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down exactly how to find, evaluate, and close multifamily deals in Q4 2025 — even as rents soften and financing tightens.Learn how to analyze your local market cycle, understand shifting rent trends, and identify opportunities while others sit on the sidelines. Gino shares three proven steps for buying your next multifamily property: picking the right market, understanding what you can afford, and building relationships with brokers and investors. Discover why how to buy multifamily in this market cycle depends on mastering your underwriting, networking, and long-term mindset. You’ll also learn creative financing options like seller financing and syndication to help you scale.Connect with Gino Barbaro: https://barbaro360.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 Developers are squeezing more value from tighter sites—Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily can make the deal pencil. Klaus Multiparking’s Chris Tiessen breaks down costs, timelines, and real-world ROI. In this conversation, we explore how Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily unlock density, revenue, and approvals when conventional parking won’t fit. Chris explains the major system types (independent stackers, puzzle parkers, fully automatic), typical price ranges (~$12k per stacker space, ~$20–25k puzzle, ~$60k+ fully auto), and why many projects hit a ~5-year payback. We discuss when to loop parking engineers in (schematic design), retrofits (ceiling height, site constraints), service coverage, and how AI (plate recognition, billing) will streamline user experience. You’ll also hear about Klaus’s new Kvario “puzzle-in-a-box” for open lots—perfect for mixed resident/public use (think stadium/game days). If you develop in dense submarkets or need a value-add lever, Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily could be the difference between “no” and “go.”Connect with Chris Tiessen: https://us.multiparking.com/ Chapters:00:00 – Introduction02:39 – System types: stackers, puzzle, fully automatic (Mission Impossible vibes)06:04 – Cost per space & how to think about ROI08:13 – When to engage (schematic design) & install timelines13:30 – Typical payback periods (3–5 years) & monetization ideas20:20 – Markets, service model, and reliability21:39 – How AI will improve UX, billing, and access control33:26 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
 The government shutdown and multifamily real estate market are more connected than you think. In this How-To episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down how a government shutdown can ripple through your investments — from USDA and Section 8 properties to loan processing delays and market uncertaintyWhen the government halts operations, multifamily investors can face serious ripple effects — delayed rent subsidies, halted USDA loans, and nervous capital markets. Gino explains why “guaranteed government money” isn’t always guaranteed, how shutdowns affect Section 8 and HUD properties, and why investor confidence plays a crucial role in maintaining valuations. Learn what to watch for if your market depends on government or military jobs, and how to prepare your portfolio for prolonged shutdowns. The government shutdown and multifamily real estate conversation is one every investor needs right now.Connect with Gino Barbaro: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jake F
Just lost a lot of respect for Gerber. What a douche.
Adam Lacey
great content that covers successful mindset as well as multifamily real estate
Seth Sines
Such great content that covers every detail of multi family real estate, motivation to balance with home life. Great stuff! Keep it up!
Brody James Oakes
expenses creep. that's me right now. OUCH
James Bryant
This was a great episode. He is doing a lot of value ad d on the front end, returning investors money in 24-36 months, and keeping 80-90% equity. He pays out a fixed interest rate to investors 30 days after receipt of the funds. Cashes everyone out over He pays back the initial investment and gives the investors a 10-20% on going equity stake.