Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Multifamily AP 360! In today's episode, we are joined by Loren Hill, the Regional Economic Development Director for the Carolina Core. Lauren brings over 27 years of experience in economic development, focusing on the transformational growth in Central North Carolina. He discusses the dynamic changes and regional cooperation that have led to the impressive economic advancements in the Carolina Core, including major job announcements, the developmen...
Send us a text The Federal Reserve just cut rates by 25 basis points on September 17, 2025 – so is NOW the BEST time to jump into multifamily investing, or the WORST with oversupply and economic uncertainty? We dive into fresh data from CBRE, Freddie Mac, and the Fed’s latest “dot plot” to analyze cap rates, rent growth, vacancy trends, and transaction volumes. From Sun Belt risks to Midwest opportunities, this is your investor’s guide to 2025 multifamily! Perfect for syndicators, REIT invest...
Send us a text In this episode of Multifamily AP360, host Rama speaks with Andrew McNair, the founder of Swan Capital, managing over $300 million in assets. Andrew shares his journey from being inspired by 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' at age 14 to becoming a seasoned real estate investor. He discusses his experience in managing a diverse portfolio, the decision to exit an eight-figure real estate portfolio, and the philosophy behind Swan Capital's 'Sleep Well at Night' promise. Andrew delves into the ...
Send us a text Building Powerful Investor Ecosystems with Richard C. Wilson | Multifamily AP 360 #familyoffice #richardwilson In this episode of Multifamily AP 360, host Rama interviews Richard C. Wilson, the founder of one of the world's most powerful investor ecosystems. Wilson discusses how he built his network, comprising over 22,000 profiles and 1,500 active investors, and shares insights into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the capital-raising landscape. He also de...
Send us a text In this episode of Multifamily AP 360, we're joined by Jonny Walker, founder of Walker Wealth Capital. Jonny shares his inspiring journey from being an endodontist to becoming a real estate fund manager. Growing up as an immigrant from Sri Lanka, Jonny discusses the influence of his entrepreneurial father and how he ventured into real estate while still in dental school. As he outlines his early struggles and successes, Jonny dives into the lessons learned from investing in sma...
Send us a text In this episode of Multifamily AP 360, we chat with Owen Barrett from Shine. Owen shares his journey from a finance background to becoming a leader in the solar energy space for multifamily properties. He explains how solar installations can significantly enhance cash flow and property value, discusses his experience and successes in clean energy projects, and highlights the financial incentives and challenges of decarbonizing multifamily real estate. Tune in to learn how solar...
Send us a text As a founding partner of Trowbridge Nieh LLP, Gene’s law practice concentrates on the syndication of commercial and investment real estate, through both debt and equity. Gene has represented over 800 clients in this area of practice. The median offering size is $3,000,000, but he has done individual offerings of over $8 Billion. His practice writes offerings under Rule 506(b) and 506(c) of Regulation D. As former syndicator, who for ten years raised investor capital through the...
Send us a text Andy Gurczak is the Founder of AllCity Adjusting, a licensed public adjusting firm with a focus on making sure their clients get what they truly deserve from their insurance claims. Over the last decade, Andy has not only protected thousands of people from being defrauded, but he has also helped them receive more money than what their insurance initially offered. Andy grew up with the family motto, “if you’re going to do something, do it right, or don’t do it at all” - a sentim...
Send us a text Join us on this episode of Multifamily AP 360 as we dive into the world of multifamily real estate investing with Scott Kidd from Yacht Real Estate. With investments in Ohio, North Carolina, Texas, and Florida, Scott shares his journey from a yacht captain to a seasoned real estate investor. Discover his investment strategies, challenges faced, and parallels between maritime management and real estate investing. Scott also discusses current market opportunities and his plans fo...
Send us a text In this episode of Multifamily AP 360, host Rama interviews Ivan Barratt, founder and CEO of The BAM Companies. Ivan, a 26-year veteran of the real estate industry, shares insights on how he built a best-in-class, seven-time INC 5000 private equity firm, managing large apartment communities across seven states. They discuss Ivan's background, from his early exposure to real estate to founding The BAM Companies in 2008. Ivan also speaks about the importance of company culture, v...
Send us a text In this episode of Multifamily AP 360, host Rama welcomes Carlos Samaniego from Tax Debt Consultants, LLC, who shares his inspiring journey from paramedic to tax resolution expert. Carlos discusses his personal experiences with tax problems, the critical mistakes small business owners and self-employed professionals make, and offers practical advice on managing and preventing tax issues. He also emphasizes the importance of handling state tax authorities and details his methodo...
Send us a text In this episode of Multi Family AP 360, host Rama interviews Jeremy Dyer, VP of Capital Formation at RISE48 Equity. Jeremy shares insights from his extensive experience as both an active and passive real estate investor, currently holding passive equity in over $750 million across more than 37 real estate deals. The discussion includes Jeremy's strategies for evaluating and selecting the right projects, mitigating risk, and the importance of diversification. Jeremy also shares ...
Send us a text Mastering 1031 Exchanges and Real Estate Investments with Benjamin Carmona of Perch Wealth In this episode of Multi Family AP 360, we sit down with Benjamin Carmona from Perch Wealth, a seasoned expert in 1031 Exchanges and innovative real estate investment strategies. With over 20 years of experience, Ben shares insights on 1031 Exchanges, Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs), and alternative investment options. Learn about the biggest misconceptions of 1031 Exchanges, the best st...
Send us a text In this episode, we explore the key concepts of cashflow and appreciation in apartment investing. You'll learn how cashflow, as the monthly net income after all expenses, can offer immediate financial benefits, while appreciation involves long-term property value increase and wealth-building. We delve into factors affecting cashflow, types of appreciation, and compare the risk levels of both strategies. Additionally, we discuss how a balanced approach can leverage both cashflow...
Send us a text In this episode of Multifamily AP 360, Randy Smith of Impact Equity shares his journey from corporate sales to real estate investing. With over 25 years of experience, Randy discusses his shift to passive real estate investments and how he evaluates and selects investment opportunities. He also covers his impressive record of helping over 115 investors place $9 million across 17 projects, emphasizing transparency and due diligence. Randy explains his 'RAISE' strategy for capita...
Send us a text 80/20 Rule: Accelerate Your Multifamily Investing Success Discover how 80% of your real estate success comes from just 20% of your actions. Learn how to apply the Pareto Principle to multifamily investing, finding the best deals, raising capital efficiently, and managing properties more effectively. Focus on high-yield activities and key relationships to build wealth faster. Get actionable tips to stop wasting time and achieve greater ROI in your real estate ventures. Support...
Send us a text With over 17 years of experience in commercial real estate, Joe’s primary responsibility at Belrose is to oversee all aspects of the company and directly supervise acquisitions. In his position as CEO, Joe thoroughly enjoys “the art of the deal,” and finds every day to be a new and exciting challenge. When he sees the investors he works with increase their quality of life by improving their financial security, he knows he’s accomplished a job well done. Joe got into the world o...
Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the essential metrics of apartment investing: Cash Flow, Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and Average Annualized Return (AAR). Learn the significance of each metric, how to calculate them, and when to prioritize one over the other. We provide clear examples to illustrate concepts and discuss the benefits and pitfalls associated with these metrics. By the end, you'll have a solid understanding of these financial metrics to make informed and profitabl...
Send us a text In this episode of Multi-Family AP 360, host Rama welcomes Deepak Kaushik from Vestio Capital. Deepak shares his extensive experience in real estate, particularly in multifamily apartments and vacation rentals, managing over 500 units across South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. He talks about his journey from a technology startup to working at Amazon and Capital One, and how those experiences have shaped his approach to real estate investing. Deepak emphasizes the importance o...
Send us a text Learn about the role of a passive investor in apartment syndication and how to earn passive income without being a landlord. Discover how to assess deals, understand your responsibilities, and maximize returns. You'll learn the key responsibilities of a passive investor, including evaluating syndicators, analyzing markets, reviewing deals, and monitoring performance. Also, uncover the many benefits of passive investing such as truly passive income, diversification, and leveragi...