Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Bobby Larsen, founder of Vanamor Properties. Bobby shares his journey of acquiring and revitalizing the Refill Meadows 28-unit property in Beaverton, Oregon. With a background rooted in real estate sales and mortgages, Bobby's expertise shines through as he navigates the complexities of the acquisition process, from identifying off-market opportunities through brokers to conducting thorough due diligence within a tight timeline. Leveraging seller financing with favorable terms, Bobby demonstrates strategic thinking and effective capital ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Wayne Courreges III about his acquisition of the 44-unit Majestic Apartments in Houston, Texas. He shares how he got the 1970s property with about a million less than the tax-appraised value, their renovation efforts to spruce up the place, and how they set up an online payment system for their tenants. Wayne also discusses his strategies for working with general and limited partners, as well as his advice on how to let brokers do their job ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Multifamily Syndication Expert, Gino Barbaro. Gino shares his journey from the restaurant business to becoming a multifamily real estate investor, discussing his latest acquisition of a 128-unit property in Knoxville, Tennessee. From overcoming challenges during the purchase process to implementing a value-add strategy post-acquisition, Gino dives deep into the intricacies of multifamily investing. Discover valuable insights into property management, financing, and fostering strong tenant relationships in this insightful episode ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Multifamily Investor, Mac Shelton, who takes us on a journey through his career evolution, transitioning from private lending to the dynamic realm of real estate. Our focus zooms in on the impressive 90-unit Mount Pleasant Villas in Roanoke, VA, as Mac unveils the intricacies of the deal, including the strategic use of assumption contingency. An insightful highlight emerges as Mac discusses a significant discovery during the financial diligence phase. He candidly shares the unexpected duration of the deal-closing process, contrasting it ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews multifamily investing expert Elaine Stageberg, who shares about her acquisition of 129-unit residences at Discovery Square in Rochester, Minnesota. She talks about getting into this relatively small market, facing the challenge of dealing with five participating banks, and having an easier time with due diligence. Elaine also reveals their plans to convert the building’s ground floor into urban townhome units ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews apartment investor Christopher Lento about the journey it took to close the 144-unit Ascend at Stone Mountain deal in Stone Mountain, GA. From overcoming unexpected challenges during due diligence to navigating the complexities of financing and market changes, Christopher shares valuable insights into the intricacies of this ambitious venture. Discover the strategic decisions, innovative solutions, and lessons learned in this episode. Join Christopher as he dives deep into the world of real estate investment ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Jonathan Wells. Jonathan is a multifamily investor, a husband, and father of three wonderful kids. He dives into the details of acquiring and closing the 130-unit Sullivan in Mount Pleasant. Jon found no IRR hurdles with a 70-30 split. Let’s join Jonathan Wells as she guides us through The Sullivan in Mount Pleasant ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Vanessa Alfaro, an Apartment Syndication Expert. She digs deep into the details of her property acquisition, the 232-unit Diamonds in the Mississippi in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The property is a real gem to behold, and like diamonds, the property went through certain conditions leading to its extreme transformation. Her wealth of insights brings so much value to this episode. So, let’s join Vanessa and marvel at the sparkle of Mississippi’s Diamonds today ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Jonathan Nichols. Together, they dive into Jonathan’s journey from aerospace engineering to becoming a multifamily real estate syndicator. Jonathan shares the story behind acquiring the 100-unit Brookwood on 86 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, highlighting the complexities of assumption deals, due diligence challenges, and successful capital raises. Through it all, he stresses the importance of having a solid team, undergoing thorough vetting, and building investor trust in securing multifamily investments. Jonathan's expertise and practical advice m ..read more

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews apartment investing expert Tenny Tolofari in today’s episode. Tenny shares the challenges and surprises faced during the deal, including issues with loan assumption, undisclosed tenant profiles, and unexpected Airbnb subletting. He emphasizes the importance of thorough financial due diligence and clear communication with lenders. Despite the obstacles, Tenny discusses the successful closing of the deal, utilizing a 1031 exchange, and the ongoing plans to improve property performance. The episode provides valuable insights for real estate ..read more