The Global Investors Podcast focuses on helping both; American and foreign investors generate passive income by investing in U.S. real estate. Listen to interviews with investors, syndicators, lenders, attorneys, property managers, and other industry professionals who have successfully built their businesses while working with investors to create passive income. Host Charles Carillo (of HarborsidePartners.com) began investing in apartments in 2006 with a 3-family house and has since invested ...
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Welcome to “The Stephen Lee-Thomas Show,” your destination for expert advice and actionable strategies in the world of real estate investing. Hosted by Stephen Lee-Thomas, a seasoned real estate investor and business coach, this webcast delivers insights to help you achieve financial freedom and personal growth through strategic real estate investing. Join us every week as we dive deep into the latest trends, tips, and tactics for succeeding in the competitive real estate market. Whether you ...
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Darin Batchelder’s Multifamily Real Estate Investing Show
Darin Batchelder - Multifamily Syndicator
On the show, you will learn how to grow your wealth through multifamily real estate investing, be introduced to the players that are getting it done and learn how you can get involved!
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SS217: The Best Financing Options for New Investors
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5:45Obtaining financing can sometimes be difficult for a new real estate investor. In this episode, Charles discusses different financing options available to new investors. Links Referenced in Episode: SS134: What is Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) https://youtu.be/W6eB7NjThiY SS194: Real Estate Investment Traps to Avoid - https://youtu.be/SZmI-n8y…
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Apartment Investing vs. Single-Family Rentals: Why Multifamily Wins for Bigger Returns
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14:09Send us a text In this episode of The Steven Lee-Thomas Capital Show, we break down why multifamily investing is the ultimate strategy for scaling your wealth—and why single-family rentals often leave investors stuck in a time-consuming, inefficient model. 🔹 Multifamily = A Scalable Business 🏢 🔹 Single-Family = A Job That Traps You ⛓️ If you want c…
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GI294: Purchasing Over 1500 Apartments with Adrian Salazar
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32:35Adrian Salazar is a full-time real estate investor who began his career by purchasing over 60 single-family homes and then transitioned to multifamily, where his company has purchased over 1,000 units over the past three years. Learn More About Adrian Here: Two Ten Management, LLC- https://twotenmgmt.com/ Connect with the Global Investors Show, Cha…
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Renting apartments requires a mix of marketing, screening, and strategy. In this episode, Charles discusses how they successfully find tenants and rent apartments. Links Referenced in Episode: SS203: Insider Tips for Effective Tenant Screening - https://youtu.be/9F6KehpXq20 Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Part…
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GI293: Building Generational Wealth through Real Estate with Michael Kramer
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42:57Michael Kramer is a real estate investor with over 20 years of experience who has built a $40 million portfolio. Over his professional career, he has started and sold multiple businesses, but since 2016, he has shifted his focus to partnering with passive investors to build generational wealth. Learn More About Michael Here: Freed By Real Estate: h…
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Proven Strategies for Double-Digit Returns in Apartment Investing. Maximize Your Profits Today!
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18:45Send us a text In this episode of The Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, breaks down the proven strategies to achieve double-digit returns in apartment investing. If your goal is financial freedom, understanding how to double your money in five years or less is key. Using the Rule of 72, explaining why traditional investments like savings accounts and the st…
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SS215: Understanding the Difference Between Diversification and Specialization in Property Investment
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8:01At some point in their investing careers, active real estate investors must decide between diversification and specialization. In this episode, Charles discusses the pros and cons of each strategy and how some investors can successfully accomplish both objectives. Links Referenced in Episode: SS198: MASTERING Real Estate Investment Criteria for Max…
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GI292: Real Estate Management and Advisory with Andrew Lofredo
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38:32Andrew Lofredo has nearly three decades of commercial real estate experience as a broker, property manager, attorney, and asset manager. Andrew is currently CEO of CRE Vertical Advisors, which provides real estate asset management, property management, and advisory services to direct investments and select third parties, concentrating on retail, in…
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SS214: Maximizing Wealth Through Property Refinancing Strategies
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7:07Property refinancing is a powerful real estate investing strategy. In this episode, Charles discusses how to maximize investment returns by using refinancing. Links Referenced in Episode: SS157: How to Prepare Your Property for Sale or Refinancing - https://youtu.be/XRfyaXTJ0b4 Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside …
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Why Apartment Investing is the Ultimate Path to Financial Freedom
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16:49Send us a text In this episode of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Capital Podcast, Stephen dives into why apartment investing is the ultimate strategy for building wealth and achieving financial freedom. Sharing personal experiences and proven strategies, Stephen explains how apartment investing can help you scale your portfolio, avoid the pitfalls of singl…
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GI291: Creating Financial Freedom Through Real Estate with Mathew Owens
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39:20Mathew Owens began his career in real estate as a flipper and a licensed CPA. In 2006, he quit his job as a CPA and went into real estate full-time. Over the past fifteen years, he has successfully flipped over 1,000 single-family properties while lending over $35 million to flippers across the US. His firm OCG Properties has raised over $150 milli…
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SS213: How I Have Adjusted My Multifamily Investment Criteria
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10:50As a multifamily investor since 2006, Charles consistently fine-tunes his investment criteria, typically after every acquisition or disposition. In this episode, Charles discusses the main adjustments he has made over the years and why it is important for investors to change their investment strategy to better fit their goals. Resources mentioned: …
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GI290: Selling Apartment Buildings with Joe Smazal
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34:07Joe Smazal is a multifamily broker in Chicagoland who has personally sold over 240 properties, comprised of over 5,300 units, valued at over $940 million, focusing primarily on apartment buildings worth over $2 million. Learn More About Joe Here: Website: https://interrarealty.com/ Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harbors…
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How to Succeed in Multifamily Investing: Live Q&A with Stephen Lee-Thomas
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27:30Send us a text Get a sneak peek into our live Q&A session where Stephen Lee-Thomas breaks down the fundamentals of multifamily investing. Learn the secrets to raising capital, growing your network, and leaving corporate America for financial freedom. Don’t miss the full session for actionable strategies and inspiring stories! 🎯 Topics Covered: How …
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Many passive investors believe their investment will be more secure or better protected with a real estate syndicator with billions of dollars of assets under management or tens of thousands of units under management. In this episode, Charles discusses what to be aware of when investing with large real estate syndicators. Connect with the Global In…
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GI289: Mortgage Note Investing with Bill Bymel
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41:29Bill Bymel has been a real estate investor and broker for over 20 years and is currently the CEO of First Lien Capital, a distressed mortgage platform he founded in 2021. They focus on resolving sub-performing and non-performing mortgage loans on residential and commercial real estate and have purchased over 1,000 residential mortgages and REOs in …
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SS211: Strategies to Avoid Overpaying for Your Rental Property
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8:24Money in real estate is made when you buy, and avoiding overpaying for a rental property requires a knowledgeable approach. In this episode, Charles discusses some tactics for performing better research and financial analysis when purchasing your next rental property. Links Referenced in Episode: - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metropolitan_statist…
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From House Hacking to 3,000 Units: Charles Carillo’s $200M Multifamily Real Estate Journey
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27:12Send us a text In Episode 14 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, multifamily expert Charles Carillo dives into the essential skills needed to succeed in real estate investing. With over $200 million in assets under management, Charles explains the balance between underwriting deals and raising capital while highlighting the critical steps to build stro…
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GI288: Transforming Distressed Properties with Grow Inn Homes
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39:25Anthony, Camila, and Vince Coletti are single-family and multifamily real estate investors located near me in South Florida. Anthony began his career in real estate wholesaling and investing in 2015. Since that time, his brother and his wife have joined him in the business. They have successfully bought properties via direct mail and have a true pa…
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SS210: The Truth About No Income Verification Mortgages
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5:21The allure of no-income verification mortgages is solely based on the ability to be approved for a mortgage without traditional proof of income. However, this comes with some additional requirements. In this episode, Charles discusses some aspects of non-income verification mortgages that are not commonly discussed. 🔗 Related video: - SS197: No Inc…
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GI287: Acquiring $168 Million of Real Estate with Leslie Awasom
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26:51Leslie Awasom began real estate investing in 2017 with single-family homes before transitioning to multifamily investing in 2019. Since then, the firm he co-founded, XSITE Capital, has purchased 838 units, valued at $168 million. Learn More About Leslie Here: - Website: https://xsitecapital.com/ - Beyond 9 to 5 Club: https://www.beyond9to5club.com/…
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Inside a $200M Multifamily Real Estate Empire: Charles Carillo’s Path to 3,000 Units
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27:25Send us a text In Episode 13 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we sit down with Charles Carillo, a multifamily real estate investor with over $200 million in assets under management and a portfolio of 3,000 multifamily units. Charles shares his journey from growing up in the trenches of property management with his father to mastering the art of synd…
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SS209: Tax Strategies Every Real Estate Investor Should Know
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6:51One of the significant benefits of investing in real estate is the tax benefits. In this episode, Charles discusses the numerous tax benefits associated with being a real estate investor and how investors can take advantage of them. Helpful Resources: SS62: Understanding Capital Gains as it Relates to Real Estate Investing - https://youtu.be/U8chrH…
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GI286: Investing in Student Housing with Beth Underhill
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37:05Beth Underhill has been active in construction and real estate for over 20 years. Beth has redeveloped over $5 million in single-family homes and assisted in constructing over $35 million of outdoor living spaces while being a co-GP on over 500 multifamily units and 486 student housing beds. Connect with Beth Underhill: Lifestyle Equities Group - h…
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SS208: What Nobody Tells You About Multifamily Investing
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7:17Multifamily investing can be an excellent vehicle for creating passive income and generating wealth, but many aspects of it are not commonly discussed. In this episode, Charles discusses some lesser-known truths and challenges of multifamily investing. Want to learn more about hiring the right property manager? Check out episode SS82: https://youtu…
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From Teen to Multifamily Titan: Kylan Yarbrough’s Inspiring Journey at 21!
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38:57Send us a text In Episode 12 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we sit down with Kylan Yarbrough, a young real estate powerhouse who at just 21 years old, is a general partner in 195 multifamily units with $20 million in assets under management. Kylan shares his incredible journey, starting in real estate at 17, and the strategies that propelled him t…
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GI285: Understanding Cost Segregation with Terry Judge
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39:03Terry Judge has a tax and engineering background, has been an entrepreneur for over 25 years, and is the founder of CORE Solutions Group. His firm focuses on engineering-based cost segregation studies and other highly specialized tax credits and incentives, resulting in over $1 billion in net tax savings for its clients over the last 15 years. Lear…
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SS207: What Investors Get Wrong About Property Management
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7:53It is normal for real estate investors to misjudge several important aspects of property management. In this episode, Charles discusses property management and common investor misconceptions. For more in-depth discussions on related topics, check out our other episodes: 📺 Episode SS151: Understanding Vacancy and Make Ready Costs - https://youtu.be/…
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GI284: Manufactured Housing and Self Storage Investing with Matthew Ricciardella
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25:00Matthew Ricciardella has over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry and has been a principal in over $1 billion of real estate transactions. His firm, Crystal View Capital, acquires and manages self-storage and mobile home communities across the US and currently has $500 million in assets under management. Learn more about Matthew Ricc…
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From Corporate to $100M in Real Estate: Nicholas DiLeone on Multifamily, RV Parks, and Triple Net Strategies
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45:23Send us a text In Episode 11 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we delve into the world of multifamily real estate and beyond with Nicholas DiLeone, a seasoned investor managing over $100 million in assets, including 1,700 apartment units and RV park pads. Nick shares his inspiring journey from a corporate real estate career to building his syndicatio…
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SS206: Advantages and Disadvantages of Agency Loans
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11:24Every type of real estate loan has pros and cons. In this episode, Charles discusses the advantages and disadvantages of agency loans. Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.Synd…
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GI283: Rent to Own Real Estate Investing with Adam Zach
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44:24Adam Zach retired from civil engineering 32 through real estate investing. He currently holds 50 single-family rentals in 13 different states, along with various alternative investments. His main passion is helping dads with young kids achieve time freedom through real estate investing. Learn more about Adam and his business at Home Equity Partner …
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SS205: Tips for Landlords Dealing with Terrible Tenants
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19:10It can be tough dealing with bad tenants, especially for new landlords. In this episode, Charles discusses some strategies for dealing with difficult tenants. 🔗 Related Resources: SS189: Tenant Screening Questions - https://youtu.be/x_ZbhapSPYU Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute…
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GI282: Commercial Real Estate Investing and Advisory with Whitney Ward
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25:34Whitney Ward founded her firm, CRE Endeavors, in 2019. Since then, Whitney has advised multifamily and single-family rental operators and intermediaries on more than 20 acquisitions and dispositions and evaluated more than $1 billion in multifamily, single-family rentals, and mixed-use retail investments. Learn More About Whitney Here: CRE-Endeavor…
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Building a $250M Empire: Gary Lipsky’s Multifamily Strategies Revealed
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40:16Send us a text In Episode 10 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we dive deep into the multifamily real estate world with Gary Lipsky, an experienced investor, podcast host, and best-selling author of Best in Class and Invest Smart. Gary shares his entrepreneurial journey, insights on spotting red flags in deals, and lessons from building a $250M portf…
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SS204: Illegal Property Management Practices to Avoid
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12:38When managing property, it is important to follow all legal standards. In this episode, Charles discusses some common illegal property management practices that should be avoided. Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ Learn H…
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GI281: Reinventing Downtown Buildings with Matt Drouin
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40:18Over the last 18 years, Matt Drouin has been involved in real estate management, brokerage, and development while growing his portfolio to 176 residential and commercial property units. Matt specializes in repurposing troubled properties to their highest and best use. Learn More About Matt Here: OakGrove Management - http://www.oakgrovecompanies.c…
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SS203: Insider Tips for Effective Tenant Screening
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8:06Tenant screening is crucial for landlords to become successful investors. In this episode, Charles discusses tenant screening, how to perform it, and why, when done incorrectly, it can change the whole dynamic of an investor’s rental portfolio. For more valuable insights on tenant screening questions, check out - SS189: Tenant Screening Questions -…
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GI280: Delaware Statutory Trusts with Ehud Gersten
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35:01Ehud Gersten is a licensed securities professional focusing on 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs). Previously, Ehud owned and operated a successful law firm in San Diego, focusing on real estate and consumer rights. Today, he helps investors by providing expert guidance on their real estate investments as a managing partner of Perc…
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From Engineering Grind to $2.8 Billion in Real Estate: Lane Kawaoka's Journey to Multifamily Success
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39:21Send us a text In Episode 9 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we talk multifamily real estate with Lane Kawaoka, who has scaled his portfolio to $2.8 billion in assets under management. Lane shares his journey from working in engineering to becoming a full-time real estate investor. Discover why he transitioned from single-family homes to multifamily…
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SS202: The Impact of Debt on Businesses and Investing
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5:16Debt plays a significant role in business operations and investment decisions. In this episode, Charles discusses how debt impacts a company’s financial health and an investor’s portfolio. Links Referenced in Episode: https://collabfund.com/blog/how-i-think-about-debt/ Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:…
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GI279: Oil and Gas Investing with Courtney Moeller
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38:35Courtney Moeller is a US Navy veteran, best-selling author, entrepreneur, and oil and gas expert. Courtney is originally from Midland, Texas, and has lived in the oil and gas sector. Most of her family is involved in oil and gas in one aspect or another, from petroleum engineering to well servicing, pipe, and water delivery, and drilling/rig moving…
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SS201: Top 6 Lessons from Successful Real Estate Investors
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7:27In this episode, Charles discusses the most common lessons and advice he has learned from speaking with thousands of real estate investors. Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www…
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GI278: Ground Up Development Investing with Andrew Brewer
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42:37Andrew Brewer is a commercial real estate operator and developer who founded his investment firm in 2017. Since then, he has served as the lead sponsor and developer on multiple ground-up development projects and land subdivision projects comprised of hundreds of residential units collectively valued at over $160 million. Learn More About Andrew He…
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SS200: Essential Reasons to Always Conduct a Property Inspection
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6:33Property inspections are a crucial part of due diligence when purchasing a property. In this episode, Charles discusses its importance and how experienced investors handle their property inspections. 🔗 Related Episodes: SS13: Understanding LOIs, PSAs and the Due Diligence/Inspection Process - https://youtu.be/HlWsp_iCLoo SS161: What is Due Diligenc…
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GI277: Immigrating From Italy and Becoming Financially Free with Jacopo Iasiello
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34:19Jacopo Iasiello is originally from Naples, Italy. At 18, he launched a jewelry chain; at 22, he transitioned into real estate investing, mainly obtaining properties through short sales and auctions. Since arriving in Miami, he has founded several different real estate businesses, completed over 350 flips, and built his own real estate portfolio. Le…
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From Overworked to Owning $650M in Real Estate: Jorge Abreu’s Secret to Scaling Fast WITHOUT Burning Out
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35:17Send us a text In Episode 8 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we talk multifamily real estate with Jorge Abreu, who scaled his portfolio to $650M in assets. He shares how he transitioned from single-family homes to multifamily and why shifting from a “do-it-all” mentality to delegation was crucial for his success. Jorge discusses vetting partners, th…
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SS199: Secrets to Successful Tenant Management Revealed
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10:07Tenant management can be a complicated and emotionally charged job. In this episode, Charles discusses best practices for handling good tenants as well as your more challenging tenants. Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ L…
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GI276: Investing in Industrial Real Estate with Matt McLennan
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29:42Matt McLennan is a commercial real estate advisor in Washington State specializing in industrial leasing and sales. Since joining his brokerage, Kidder Mathews, Matt has facilitated over 3 million square feet of sale and lease transactions valued at over $300 million. Before starting his brokerage career, Matt spent four years in various sales and …
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SS198: How to Develop Your Real Estate Investment Criteria
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7:03Developing your real estate investment criteria involves clearly understanding your financial goals, risk tolerance, market knowledge, and investment strategy. In this episode, Charles discusses creating an investment strategy for your real estate business. Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a F…
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