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Author: Christy Keeton - Real Operator. Real Missteps. Real Solutions.

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Are you tired of the "rainbows and butterflies" approach in multifamily investing, where everything unfolds seamlessly, and everybody wins? You never see “behind the scenes” reality.

If you resonate with our perspective, acknowledging that true insights emerge from navigating mistakes and challenges, then you're in the right place. 


Join Christy Keeton, your host, as she dives into the missteps and lessons learned encountered by active apartment operators.


In these episodes, we embark on a journey to dissect and analyze the pitfalls within the multifamily project life cycle, focusing on the crucial stages of Finding, Funding, Fixing, or Flipping a project. 


Instead of glossing over setbacks, we shine a spotlight on them, providing a valuable learning experience for our audience. Each episode concludes not only by revealing how the issue at hand was rectified but also by sharing other priceless lessons derived from the experience.


It's an unfiltered exploration of the multifamily investment landscape, revealing the intricate tapestry of challenges and solutions that make the journey worthwhile.

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What does moving from a traditional career to financial freedom through real estate take? Keshav Kolur, founder of Clive Capital, shares his journey from reading Rich Dad Poor Dad to making his first syndication investment in multifamily real estate. Hear how he turned his desire for multiple income streams into a successful real estate career, and learn why he believes real estate outside the stock market is key to building wealth.Listeners will gain insights into real estate syndications, b...
How do you go from being homeless to owning over 100 doors in real estate? Ray Glymph, an award-winning investor and business coach, shares his inspiring story of resilience and success. Recognized by platforms like Yahoo and Google and honored with the NAACP Champion of Change award, Ray has helped entrepreneurs of all levels transform their businesses.In this episode, he reveals the hard lessons learned from early real estate missteps, the importance of adding value to properties, and the p...
Is success in multifamily investing just about buying the right property, or do the real dangers lie in the details you might miss? In this episode, Christy Keeton talks with real estate attorney and investor Bishoy Habib, who shares a shocking story about an investor losing millions because of a single missing clause. Bishoy reveals key lessons from his career, including how to avoid common legal pitfalls, protect your investments, and form the right partnerships.Ready to safeguard your inve...
What separates successful multifamily investors from those who struggle? Is it about finding the perfect deal or navigating inevitable challenges? Christy Keeton talks with Julie Anne Peterson about critical lessons from real estate missteps, covering topics like rate caps, economic vacancy, and building the right partnerships.Julie shares unfiltered stories and practical advice for avoiding common mistakes and thriving in today’s market. Tune in to learn how to turn setbacks into success and...
What truly separates a successful real estate investor from the rest? In this episode, a former professional hockey player, Bob Lachance, shares his journey from the rink to real estate success. He opens up about the mistakes that shaped his career, the importance of keeping emotions in check, and how virtual assistants can take your business to the next level. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your strategy, this episode offers insights that could change how you approach inve...
Is the promise of passive income in real estate too good to be true? Emma Powell, a seasoned multifamily investor, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to succeed in this field. From her start as a real estate photographer to becoming a full-time investor, Emma shares the challenges of raising capital, finding the right partners, and why the journey is far from easy.If you’re questioning whether multifamily investing is the right path for you, this episode provides the raw, unfiltered trut...
Join Christy in this episode of Multifamily Missteps as she dives deep into the crucial process of due diligence for multifamily properties. Learn how to avoid common financial pitfalls, such as improperly assessing taxes, insurance, and renovation costs, and discover the importance of reviewing leases and existing contracts.Christy shares real-life experiences, including a case where overlooked lease details led to a short financial strain. She emphasizes the need for thorough physical inspe...
Steven takes us on the journey of beginner landlord to the most recent lending environment. Join us for the pitfalls of gut instinct and floating-rate loans. Buckle up!Support the showAre you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
In this short episode, Christy takes you down the path of her first 2 deals that had the SAME misstep! Support the showAre you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
Having the right inspector on-site is crucial. Join Jerome as he shares his journey of acquiring a 20-unit and an 8-unit property from the same owner, both closing on the same day. Discover the critical missteps that could have cost him and his partners dearly. Tune in as he dives into issues with HVAC systems and emphasizes the importance of attention to detail, right down to misplaced commas. You'll appreciate the integrity with which he addresses his errors.Support the showAre you feeling ...
Aiming for a huge target is not at all bad, but the harsh reality should also be considered. In this episode, we feature Matthew Drouin and his story of doing a deal that entails facing problematic neighborhoods and people down on their luck. He talks about his experience of regret looking upon himself as a hero and brings the invaluable lessons he learned from it. [00:00 - 08:51] When the Harsh Truth Slaps, We Go Back to What MattersBack into real estate by accident as a residential age...
Holding your money too tightly to invest for inspection would be a big mistake. Michael Sampson notes that it's important to work with a good real estate broker and have professional inspections done on your properties to make sure they're in good condition. He also advises patience when growing a real estate portfolio, as successes can take time to build. [00:00 - 07:13] Lessons Learned from Multifamily InvestingSpend money upfront for inspectionDo your research and work with a good rea...
How much do we know about the property before we make a deal? In this episode, Tommy Brant addresses the importance of financial due diligence and how knowing the owners is just as essential as knowing the assets. Tommy also shares how taking the lead on the deal helped create value for him and his partners. [00:01 - 17:18] The Deal that Eluded Me Tommy shares how he got his start in real estateForming a team with the broker's contactFinding problems during financial due dilig...
Planning to get the deal requires consideration of a strategic exit too. In this episode, Sam Wilson talks about his investment and exit strategies, avoiding mistakes in the future, and how important it is to make sure that there are out clauses in contracts in order to protect oneself. Listen closely as Sam provides listeners with valuable advice on how to make life count by doing the things that don't always count. [00:01 - 13:36] How to Secure a Contractual Agreement with SellersHave ...
Is it possible to generate passive income while on active duty? Of course! Listen in as Tim Kelly and Jerome Myers emphasize the importance of education and networking to becoming successful in real estate investing. In this episode, Tim explains how to create a community of like-minded individuals in order to leverage relationships and access opportunities. Tune in as he shares stories of his own successes and failures. This is a signal for you to take the necessary steps to achieve your own...
Many people can get involved as you start your real estate journey, so how do we make sure that the people we have are worthy of our trust? Verifying information and clear communication are keys. In today’s episode, Jerome Myers interviews Dave Seymour, who has a background as a firefighter turned into a real estate investor. Listen as he shares his struggles with the consequences of the downturn in the market. They discuss how property values can go down, even in good times, and how th...
Wisdom comes from experience and learning from mistakes. Perhaps for those starting in multifamily investing, being a bit more conservative at first and taking calculated risks is the way. Do not take for granted the relationships you are developing along the way as this may turn out to be more valuable than what you are earning. My guest, Justin Britto, talks about how he became an investor, what mistakes he has made in the past, and how he has learned from them. He also shares advice for as...
Do you have an exit strategy? A lot of risks go into your investment if you do have one. In today’s episode, my guest, Ben Fraser, discusses the implications of ensuring assets worth more in the future and being able to protect the investment at the same time. Listen closely as he talks about the dangers of over-leveraging in the current market environment and how to avoid getting trapped in a cycle of debt.[00:01 - 05:26] Opening Segment Ben Fraser on the managing real estate turbulence...
What makes the real estate industry attractive is how you can attain a huge cash flow passively. However, is that the truth or is there something more? In today's episode, Axel Ragnarsson discloses his story and reminds us of the due diligence to establish when assessing deals, the ramifications of not working with key persons in transactions, and the dangers of complacency and how it can put you in a tough spot.[00:01 - 04:49] Opening Segment Get to know today's guest, Axel RagnarssonHe...
It is perfectly normal for some people to leave you and come into your life. In real estate, however, it should not be. When the people leaving your properties are more than those who come in, you should realize there’s a problem, and you need to pinpoint and address that problem fast. Luckily for Sonya Rocvil, she realized that there’s something wrong with their property and they were able to address it. [00:01 - 03:07] Opening Segment I welcome today’s guest, Sonya Rocvil Con...
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