157: Exploring Branded Hotels as an Asset Class with Matt Faircloth

Passive Investing from Left Field

Join us on the latest episode of Passive Investing from Left Field, where Matt Faircloth and Chad Ackerman break down the crucial role of transparency in real estate investments. They tackle the importance of clear communication and discuss how today's market challenges demand a more conservative approach to deal underwriting.
Matt shares his inspiring journey in real estate, scaling from a modest loan to managing thousands of multifamily units. Join us for an insightful session filled with expert advice on navigating investments, emphasizing cash flow, and a glimpse into the evolving buy-and-hold strategy. It's an episode packed with value that no passive investor should skip!

About Matt Faircloth

• Matt Faircloth is a seasoned real estate investor and the co-founder of the DeRosa Group, a company he started with his wife Liz. He has been active in the industry since 2004, engaging in various projects like fix and flips, and multifamily properties. Faircloth's journey began with a $30,000 loan, which he and Liz turned into a substantial real estate portfolio that includes thousands of units and a significant investment fund. He advocates for conservative investing, the importance of generating cash flow, and transparency in real estate syndications. Faircloth's work emphasizes education for investors and partners, aiming to ensure a stable and profitable real estate market experience.
  

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

02:25 His real estate journey

03:41 What is new in the world of investing since he had been on the show?

05:56 Impact fund

09:54 What is his investment strategy?

13:37 His journey to the hotel space

17:44 What metrics have changed that he has put emphasis on?

21:05 How has his loan structure strategy changed?

27:45 Has the economy effected how he analyzes deals?

32:13 How do you approach the exit strategies?

34:33 Podcast recommendations

35:30 Contact Matt

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Resources Mentioned:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdfaircloth

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themattfaircloth/?hl=en

Website: https://derosagroup.com/about/

Podcast Recommendations:

The Real Estate Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNd0322kaMZZABZc_9GmVKhfmm4Y0t3kz

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