Welcome to the Jake & Gino Podcast!  This week, Jake Stenziano and Gino Barbaro are joined by Ken Gee, the founder and managing member of KRI Partners, a real estate private equity and investor education firm. With over 26 years of experience and more than $2 billion in real estate transactions under his belt, Ken dives deep into the critical lessons he's learned in multifamily real estate, the importance of discipline, and how private equity can create lasting wealth. 

In This Episode:

• What makes the difference between successful and struggling investors. 
• Why multifamily real estate is a business, not just an investment.
• The importance of discipline in deal-making and why no deal is better than a bad one. 
• Navigating today’s real estate market with rising interest rates and economic uncertainty.
• Building trust with investors and maintaining transparency.
• How KRI Partners educates and empowers informed investors.

Whether you're a seasoned real estate investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice and insider insights. Don't miss it!

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction  

01:56 - Understanding the Importance of Knowledge in Real Estate  

05:15 - Chapter: Transitioning from Personal Investment to Raising Capital  

07:26 - The Challenges of Raising Capital and Building Trust  

10:27 - Maintaining Discipline in Investment Decisions  

13:41 - Market Trends and Economic Indicators  

16:39 - Navigating the Current Real Estate Market  

22:55 - Advice for New Investors in a Tough Market  

26:12 - The Importance of the Right Sponsor  

30:47 - The Role of Patience in Investing  

45:31 - Ken Gee's Unique Approach to Investing  

49:12 - Gino Wraps it Up

 Connect with Ken Gee
Website: KRIPartners.com
Call/Text: 216-290-1710

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