Leveraging Other People’s Money for Real Estate Success

Real Estate Success: The Whissel Way

Amy Johnson, partner at Y Street Capital, shares her journey in real estate and the transition to self-storage investments. She emphasizes the importance of being a good steward of investors' money and creating value in the real estate market. Amy discusses the benefits of investing in self-storage, including the simplicity of management and favorable tenant laws. She also explains the difference between syndication and a fund, highlighting the advantages of diversification. Amy and her team at Y Street Capital have years of experience and a strong track record, making them a reliable choice for investors. Takeaways

• Investing in self-storage can provide a simpler management experience and more favorable tenant laws compared to other real estate assets.
• Diversification through a fund allows investors to spread their capital across multiple assets and mitigate risk.
• Being a good steward of investors' money and providing surety are key factors in attracting and retaining investors.
• Creating value in real estate can be achieved through entitlement, building permits, and value creation in the asset itself.
• Limiting meeting times and having a clear agenda can help ensure productive and efficient meetings.
• Utilizing tools like searchcraigslist.net can save time and help find the best deals on Craigslist nationwide.

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Change in Podcast Format 01:31 Amy's Journey into Real Estate 09:14 The Importance of Providing Surety to Investors 12:42 Transitioning to Bigger and Better Investments 23:29 Diversification: Syndication vs. Fund 28:14 Being a Good Steward of Investors' Money 30:12 Creating Value in Real Estate 32:48 Efficient Meeting Strategies 33:35 Finding the Best Deals on Craigslist Nationwide