The Gentle Art of Crushing It!

Andrew Freed, started as a project manager on the W2 track, experienced a paradigm shift inspired by Rich Dad Poor Dad, prompting him to pursue financial freedom through real estate. Leveraging his Boston condo with a HELOC, he strategically acquired 10 properties over 2 years, including multifamily units and syndications, and employing creative financing methods. As of present, Andrew oversees a portfolio comprising over 150+ units with an additional 80 units under contract. Andrew emerged as a prominent figure in real estate, specializing in multifamily investments, house-hacking, and syndication. Acknowledged as a distinguished figure in real estate investing, Andrew became the top contributor on BiggerPockets and featured on podcasts such as BiggerPockets Rookie Guest and One Rental at a Time. Committed to community engagement, he regularly presents at real estate meetups, fostering connections and sharing expertise. Andrew's ultimate goal is traveling the world and empowering others to attain financial freedom through real estate investment.As an agent, I specialize in multifamily properties in and around Worcester. I have helped a multitude of buyers obtain their first househack and start their real estate investing journey. My expertise lies in creative financing, project management, house-hacking, multifamily investing, and self-management. I have a passion for teaching others about the power of real estate investing and financial literacy. My ultimate goal is to travel the world and help thousands of others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Marta Cieslak shares insight on self storage investing. DOUG CLARK Doug Clark is a husband of one, father of six, real estate investor, who is passionate about growth and living life to the fullest! His main goal is to create the life of his dreams and live it on his own terms. He intends on helping as many people as possible to realize this worthy goal for themselves as well. Reach out to him anytime to connect for any reason and you never know he may just have the answer you are looking for! His passions range from his family to being a Christian to studying and implementing success principles, technology, skateboarding, music, and martial arts to name just a few. https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-clark-a13a68191/ https://www.facebook.com/doug.clark.3785373 https://www.instagram.com/thedouglasbrianclark/

Dan French is on ATX's Investment Committee. He has been a business partner of ATX Founder, Peter Rex, for 1 8 years. He served as CEO of Avesta beginning in 2015 and was instrumental in helping grow it into a company with roughly 500 teammates which was named one of Fortune Magazine’s ‘Best Places to Work’ and ranked top 5 for most apartment renovations.To learn more about this amazing investment opportunity, Portofino Club Apartments by ATX Acquisitions, please click here - https://impactequity.investnext.com/portal/offerings/5843/ RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

MICHAEL WEGMANN, MBA After building a real estate portfolio of over $32M, Michael Wegmann founded Wegmann Investments because he saw the highest return on 100+ apartment complexes in Texas and Arizona, and other “landlord” friendly, no rent-control states. That’s when Michael found Rise 48. Michael founded Wegmann Investments so that his family, friends clients could earn high returns from apartment flipping and syndication. After 28 years of Real Estate experience in California of “flipping” 5 homes and 11 apartment complexes in RENT CONTROLLED cities, he began to look for more profitable cities. With an MBA, a real estate license and having flipped 16 properties, Michael immensely the flipping process and how Rise 48 is the best in the Nation. Prior to Wegmann Investments, Michael worked at IBM, Paramount Pictures Interactive and co-founded Math.com, the World’s Most Popular Math Site. RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Join us for a live recording from the Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City on April 11th, 2024 on the PREIshare Podcasting Stage where we had a discussion around value add strategies, debt selections processes and the future of alternative investments with three of Impact Equity's premier operators:  Zach Haptonstall from Rise48, Sam Silverman from Techvestor, and Rob Beardsley from Lone Star Capital.

Brian is on a mission to serve people using his skills and experience in building significant wealth. He’s eager to hear your story and walk with you in your wealth-building journey.As Brian Tibbs emerged into young adulthood, it was clear to himself and everyone around him that he was destined to be a businessman. By age 26, he had already started investing in real estate, was an executive in his dad’s financial services company, and was co-owner of another small online retailer.But Brian felt a calling down a different path. Over the next three years, Brian married Jill Bramhall, resigned from his father’s company, sold his online business and liquidated 60% of his real estate portfolio, and moved, sight unseen, to Guatemala.Over the next 16 years, Brian built a team that recruited and trained 380 leaders to plant 96 churches in 11 countries. They raised over $20,000,000 for the cause and built over 150,000 sq. ft of churches and related facilities.Brian and his family made very little money as missionaries. Dividing their total ministry salary into the total hours both Brian and Jill worked over the 16 years in ministry shows that they made just $9.20 per hour, below the legal minimum wage in most states.Despite their limited income, they have built a multi-million dollar net worth. They no longer need jobs to pay the bills. Instead, they have the luxury to pick and choose their work and do so on their terms.Their modest salary forced them to create a wealth-building philosophy that didn’t require a big paycheck. Living under this financial constraint is how the HACKER Method was discovered and implemented. The HACKER Method enabled the Tibbs’ to create a multimillion dollar net worth by Brian’s 44th birthday.Although Brian has retired from full-time missionary work, his desire to serve others remains a primary focus. He launched The Unexpected Investor with the singular goal of helping other people who also feel financially constrained transform themselves into wealthy, powerful, and generous investors using the HACKER Method.Buy Brian's book here - https://theunexpectedinvestor.com/the-hacker-method/ RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Joshua Condado is a Nurse Anesthesiologist that started real estate investment company with his sister and brother in law in 2020. They focus on Manufactured housing communities and have been able to scale their company using creative finance strategies on most of their portfolio. While he enjoys administering anesthesia in the operating room, he found freedom in making income outside of the hospital. Figuring out how to make his money work for him rather than just tying his money to an hourly wage, he admits is the most valuable skill he has learned. RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1437332390441598/Are you looking to accelerate your success in multifamily real estate investing? Joining a multifamily real estate investing mastermind can be a game-changer. Here's why: Networking Power: Connect with like-minded investors, experienced mentors, and industry experts. A mastermind offers a supportive community where you can share knowledge, strategies, and resources. Accelerated Learning: Gain insights from others' successes and failures. Masterminds often feature workshops, guest speakers, and case studies, providing invaluable education to propel your investing journey. Accountability and Motivation: Stay on track with your goals through accountability partners and group meetings. Surrounding yourself with driven individuals can boost your motivation and drive. Access to Opportunities: Discover potential investment opportunities, partnerships, and deals within the mastermind network. You might find off-market deals or collaborative ventures that you wouldn't come across otherwise. Expert Guidance: Learn from seasoned investors who have navigated the multifamily market. Their guidance and advice can help you avoid pitfalls and make informed decisions. Joining a multifamily real estate investing mastermind isn't just about expanding your network—it's about accelerating your growth, staying motivated, and accessing valuable resources. If you're serious about building wealth through multifamily real estate, a mastermind could be the key to unlocking your success.

An entrepreneur at heart Mike O'Connor left his six figure corporate job with a Fortune 100 company and built a seven figure business in less than 2 years focused around real estate. Mike acquired 180 units and built a vertically integrated real estate business around these units (management, construction, brokerage, landscaping, etc.). By the age of 34 Mike had built and sold several businesses across different industries with a portfolio exceeding $30 million in annual revenue. He is recognized as a thought leader in sales, marketing and business development. Now he gets to spend his time doing what he loves most....helping entrepreneurs scale quickly and cost effectively to hit their business and personal goals. In a pivot from real estate, Mike founded NexusPoint, an international talent sourcing firm focused on connecting small and medium-sized businesses with high-level employees. He believes every entrepreneur can accomplish more if they're supported by talented people who are aligned to their vision and goals. RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Amit brings over two decades of healthcare expertise, combining clinical practice as a licensed physical therapist and orthopedic specialist with a flair for entrepreneurship and investment. Launching Arrow Physical Therapy in 2004, he expanded it into a major player in northern New Jersey, stepping up as its CEO in 2012 to drive significant revenue growth. His leadership further catalyzed the establishment of Alliance Physical Therapy Partners, scaling it to 100 offices across 15 states. As National Director of Payor Relations, Amit significantly boosted reimbursement rates, contributing to the firm's lucrative acquisition in 2021. Beyond his business acumen, Amit is celebrated for his patient-centered approach, earning multiple accolades and regularly sharing his expertise on health and wellness. Holding a B.Sc.(Hon) in Physiotherapy from Robert Gordon University, his credentials include being a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics. RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

TODD DEXHEIMERCO-FOUNDER & PRINCIPALTodd began investing in Real Estate in 2008 and has purchased and renovated apartments, single family homes, a mobile home park and even a ski resort. Todd is the owner of Cretin Construction, and is licensed as a general contractor. Todd is also the host of the podcast Pillars of Wealth Creation, which is a bi-weekly podcast teaching others on how to operate successful businesses. Todd lives with his wife and two kids in Mahtomedi, Minnesota. CONNECT WITH TODD: todd@enduruscapital.com RANDY SMITH Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Dan is a real estate investor  and house flipper with over 7 years experience in commercial real estate development, and 2+ years of experience as an investor responsible for running a flipping and rental business doing 4-12 deals per year. In addition to his own deals, he has also directly managed over $15,000,000 in commercial real estate development. This year, Dan's company, B&D Home Buyers and DRC Development is on track to complete 16 transactions, while adding to their single family rental portfolio.Dan lives in Buffalo, NY with his wife, 2 daughters, dog Luna, and a son on the way. They enjoy travel, cooking, and spending as much time outdoors as possible!   Instagram:@daniel.r.crowther CONNECT WITH OUR HOST: Doug Clark is a husband of one, father of six, real estate investor, who is passionate about growth and living life to the fullest! His main goal is to create the life of his dreams and live it on his own terms. He intends on helping as many people as possible to realize this worthy goal for themselves as well. Reach out to him anytime to connect for any reason and you never know he may just have the answer you are looking for! His passions range from his family to being a Christian to studying and implementing success principles, technology, skateboarding, music, and martial arts to name just a few. https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-clark-a13a68191/ https://www.facebook.com/doug.clark.3785373 https://www.instagram.com/thedouglasbrianclark/

Pascal Wagner is the CEO at Grow Your Cashflow which helps highly-paid executives earn their first $50k/Yr in passive income with alternative investments. Navigating through the complexities of managing his mother's estate after his dad passed away, while juggling a demanding fund manager role at Techstars and overseeing his own real estate portfolio, Pascal shifted from active to passive investing. This was pivotal, transforming his passive income streams from $0 to an impressive $265k/year.If you're poised to build your own passive income and are seeking knowledgeable, actionable guidance, join over 400 subscribers at GrowYourCashflow.io. Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at ⁠www.impactequity.net⁠, ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith⁠ or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor Follow us on social media @the.gentle.art.of.crushing.it Listen, like, subscribe, comment: ⁠http://thegentleartofcrushingit.com/⁠

Jen & Stacy Conkey, authors of the book Multifamily Freedom Hacking, are a real estate powerhouse with two decades of investment experience and an insatiable drive to transform the multifamily education space.Jen, an NLP Master Practitioner and business strategist reconditions mindsets for unparalleled success. She's instrumental in helping investors achieve peak performance and shatter their real estate objectives.Stacy brings a hands-on, A to Z approach to investing. From the basics to the complex deal structures, she equips investors with the tangible tools needed to turn ambitions into closed deals. They've developed the #1 Multifamily Academy for scaling in multifamily, emphasizing the underestimated power of leverage joint ventures before diving into larger syndications.With Jen & Stacy, you're not just getting advice; you're getting a transformative experience. They're not just knowledgeable; they're relatable, enthusiastic, and ready to make a real impact.Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at ⁠www.impactequity.net⁠, ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith⁠ or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor Follow us on social media @the.gentle.art.of.crushing.it Listen, like, subscribe, comment: ⁠http://thegentleartofcrushingit.com/⁠

President, CIO and Co-Founder Ryan GibsonRyan Gibson is the President, Chief Investment Officer, and Co-Founder of SIG. He has organized over $200M of private equity for Spartan’s projects. Ryan has experience managing the development of SIGs projects in challenging markets.For SIG, Ryan is responsible for investor relations and capital raises for projects. Ryan is also a highly experienced commercial airline pilot. Ryan graduated from Mercyhurst University with a bachelor’s degree in Business, with concentrations in Marketing, Management, and Advertising. Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Episode 153 : https://youtu.be/EXaHclfNxc8 Lenny's Financial Literacy Class - https://journeytosuccessbrand.com/ Lenny's Contact info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/lenny_the_boss723/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/leonard.nesmith.1 Email: lennytheboss@journeytosuccessbrand.com Leonard Nesmith - affectionately known as "Lenny The Boss" born in North Philadelphia,- carved his path to success with unwavering focus and determination. Refusing to succumb to the pitfalls that plagued many of his peers, Leonard set ambitious goals and went on to earn his bachelor's degree.For over two decades, Leonard's leadership as Vice President of Operations at a prominent company saw him managing a team of 180 people and handling more than $1 billion in accounts receivable, generating over $300 million in annual revenue. Yet, at the heart of his achievements, Leonard holds family as his most cherished treasure. As one of ten siblings, a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Leonard's steadfast devotion to family serves as his guiding principle.A beacon of positivity, Leonard credits his unwavering faith in God for his generous spirit and refusal to indulge in negativity. With an insatiable hunger for knowledge, he diligently built a real estate portfolio while maintaining his 9-5 job, immersing himself in books and courses on real estate. Leonard's diverse portfolio includes long-term and short-term rentals, and he aspires to expand into rehabbing hotels and the multi-family market.Leonard's passion extends beyond real estate, as he wholeheartedly embraces his mission to uplift others, guiding them to realize their fullest potential and attain genuine success. A masterful educator, Leonard has taught a plethora of courses on topics such as Coaching and Mentorship for Real Estate, Dreams vs. Goals, Goal Setting and Achievement, Time Management, Personal Development, Financial Literacy, Assets vs. Liabilities, and Real-Estate Investment training.As a Real Estate Investor and Developer, Motivational Speaker, Podcast Co-host of Find Your Freedom, and Personal Development Coach and Mentor, Leonard Nesmith's remarkable journey is a testament to the transformative power of resilience, faith, and relentless pursuit of one's dreams. Through his weekly calls, Leonard continues to empower individuals to embark on their unique Journey to Success. DEREK FELCH Derek is a real estate investor with over 30 years in the hospitality industry. He and his wife own both long term and short term rentals and offer management and consulting services to other short term rental property owners.  Please reach out to connect with Derek at https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekfelch or email him at derek.felch@gmail.com.

Litan is a Navy veteran and tech founder who exited his last startup eight years ago to become a full-time passive investor. Driven by his passion for generating wealth and passive income, he created Vyzer, a platform designed to automate the management and control of every type of investment product, keeping passive investing truly passive. https://vyzer.co/ Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor Follow us on social media @the.gentle.art.of.crushing.it Listen, like, subscribe, comment: http://thegentleartofcrushingit.com/

Jordan was a pastor for 15 years and transitioned out of full-time ministry into buying a laundromat. His experience buying his first laundromat was not a good one. Instead of replacing his salary, as he expected, his laundromat lost $2,000 dollars per month for well over a year. Desperate to find help to turn his business around, he frantically searched for someone to guide him to profitability. He found no rescue. After finally stopping the bleeding, he decided to share the hard-earned (and expensive) lessons he learned on a blog. And then on a YouTube channel. And then, on a quest to find out how the best laundromat owners operated their businesses, he started a podcast interviewing laundromat owners and other industry professionals. These platforms turned into Laundromat Resource, an education and community platform for laundromat owners and future laundromat owners to learn, share best practices, and connect with one another. Website: https://www.laundromatresource.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxGmNVLP98d4asLwr3jDfhgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatresource/Pro Community: https://pro.laundromatresource.com/ Doug Clark is a husband of one, father of six, real estate investor, who is passionate about growth and living life to the fullest! His main goal is to create the life of his dreams and live it on his own terms. He intends on helping as many people as possible to realize this worthy goal for themselves as well. Reach out to him anytime to connect for any reason and you never know he may just have the answer you are looking for! His passions range from his family to being a Christian to studying and implementing success principles, technology, skateboarding, music, and martial arts to name just a few. https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-clark-a13a68191/ https://www.facebook.com/doug.clark.3785373 https://www.instagram.com/thedouglasbrianclark/

EP 178:  Randy Smith and Pasha Esfandiary - 6-8% Year 1 COC in Mobile Home Investing Starting his career in real estate in 2011, flipping homes found at auctions, Pasha has since been involved in over $250 million in transactions across multiple asset types. These include residential homes, boutique motels, the purchasing and management of large multifamily properties, and working with housing programs in vulnerable communities. In early 2021, Pasha founded Evoke Capital with the primary objective of helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. His lifelong philosophy is what drives Evoke Capital to excellence – People First. Treating each investment as his own and each tenant as family, Pasha has developed Evoke Capital within 24 months to include a portfolio of over 1450 units. Throughout Pasha’s successful professional ventures, the unfolding of his dream focuses on his value of sustainable community development. This goal in building low-income housing is to provide much more than a roof overhead. The future includes an NGO where all the Evoke properties provide nurturing and interconnected community for his residents. The plans are for valuable educational resources within finance, nutrition, and emotional intelligence. Pasha is committed to building an environment that empowers and encourages its residents to grow, achieve and thrive.  With over ten years of experience and a commitment to growth, it is no question that Pasha and Evoke Capital are just at the beginning of their real estate journey HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS SHOW: 00:00 - Intro 01:41 - Background 04:36 - Poker 08:48 - Vegas Market and Flipping 12:10 - Mobile Home Parks 16:15 - Cashflow 19:29 - Lenders 20:24 - Deal Structure 24:40 - Market Trends 30:00 - Passive Investments 31:34 - Evoke Capital 32:50 - Due Diligence 36:00 - Final Thoughts CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: https://www.evokecapital.net/ CONNECT WITH OUR HOST:  Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor ---------------------------------- Follow us on social media @the.gentle.art.of.crushing.it Listen, like, subscribe, comment: http://thegentleartofcrushingit.com/

EP 177:  Randy and Karan Narang - Offsetting Active Income with Passive Losses Through STRs Karan is a seasoned vacation rental investor, property manager and coach with 20+ years of professional experience. With a keen eye for profitable opportunities, Karan has a proven track record of maximizing returns for property owners in the vacation rental industry. As an investor, Karan employs a meticulous approach to identify properties with high rental potential and optimal ROI. Through comprehensive market analysis and industry insights, Karan strategically acquires properties that offer attractive returns on investment. As a property manager, Karan excels in overseeing all aspects of rental operations. From marketing and guest bookings to maintenance and financial administration, he ensures seamless and enjoyable experiences for guests while maximizing revenue for property owners. In addition to his expertise as an investor and property manager, Karan is known for his strong coaching skills. He assists aspiring vacation rental professionals in navigating the industry, offering guidance on investment strategies, property management best practices, and market trends. Karan's personalized approach and industry knowledge empower individuals to succeed in the competitive vacation rental market. Combining his extensive experience in investing, property management, and coaching, Karan delivers exceptional results for property owners while providing valuable guidance and support to those looking to thrive in the vacation rental industry. HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS SHOW: 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Karan’s Background 02:24 - Impact Equity LLC Ad 04:00 - Short Term Rentals 07:45 - Tax Benefits 14:16 - Passive Investing 20:01 - Investment Budgeting For A Short Term Rental 22:58 - Property Management  30:12 - Final Thoughts  CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: https://www.aastays.com/ CONNECT WITH OUR HOST:  Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor ---------------------------------- Follow us on social media @the.gentle.art.of.crushing.it Listen, like, subscribe, comment: http://thegentleartofcrushingit.com/