In this episode of the AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete delve into the innovative housing solution, PadSplit. They revisit the topic with Ellis Tran, who provides a promising update on PadSplit's progress, revealing an expansion to 64 properties and 420 bedrooms, highlighting an impressive occupancy rate.  Brian and Gina Kingdeski, who transitioned from managing short-term rentals to becoming PadSplit hosts, share their journey and success in scaling their property portfolio using the PadSplit model. The discussion emphasizes PadSplit's role in addressing affordability ..read more

In this episode of the AZREIA show, hosted by Mike Del Prete, guest Sophia Willets shares her journey from growing up in a real estate investor family to becoming a successful multifamily real estate investor herself.  Sophia discusses the advantages of starting in single-family homes before moving to multifamily properties, her strategy for off-market deals, and how she achieved significant returns on her investments. She also talks about the challenges she faced, including losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and rebuilding her career and personal life. Sophia emphasizes the i ..read more

In this episode of the AZREIA show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete welcome experienced real estate investor Bill Allen. Allen shares his journey from wholesaling and flipping houses to multifamily investing and private money raising. He talks about the importance of networking, leveraging masterminds like 7Figure Flipping, and stepping out of comfort zones. The conversation also delves into the significance of building leaders and partnerships, adapting business strategies to market changes, and the potential impacts of virtual versus in-person events on networking and learning in the ..read more

In this episode of the AZREIA show, host Marcus Maloney and executive director Mike Del Prete are joined by Justin Britto from Madison Community Properties to explore the multifamily real estate market.  Justin shares his journey from early experiences in real estate to founding Madison Communities, emphasizing the importance of multifamily investments. He discusses various aspects of real estate investing, including underwriting deals, overcoming fear, and the significance of building relationships with banks and brokers.    Key Takeaways: 02:05 Justin Britto's Journey into Rea ..read more

In this episode of the AZREIA show, host Marcus Maloney and executive director/co-host Mike Del Prete welcome Alex Carrilho from Boomerang Capital to delve into the intricacies of hard money loans in the real estate market. Alex shares his journey from residential lending to hard money lending, emphasizing the relationship-oriented aspect of working with investors. The conversation covers practical tips on obtaining hard money loans, including what lenders look for in deals, the importance of property renovations, and how quick funding can be achieved. The dialogue also touches on the lessons ..read more

In this episode let’s welcome our special guest Luke Carl Co-Founder and Educator at The Short Term Shop. An education and self-management specialist. He bought his first investment property in 2012. He has since done every trick in the book; House hack, BRRRR Method, HELOC, 1031 Exchange, Single Family, Small Multi-Family, Apartments, LTR, & STR. He has over 3000 reservations on his STR resume and is the creator of the Enemy Method. He currently holds over 100 doors in 6 markets in 4 states. He is an avid runner, has 2 children, and has a Rockstar wife. Listen to the full episode and enjo ..read more

In this episode of the AZREIA show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete welcome Eddie Wilson, known as the 'king of Exits', who shares his journey of owning and exiting over 125 companies, with a strong focus on real estate.  Eddie, a third-generation real estate investor, emphasizes the importance of having a solid exit strategy, leveraging systems for growth, and viewing real estate as a business rather than just an investment. Furthermore, Eddie discusses his current projects and offers advice for both visionary entrepreneurs and meticulous engineers on incorporating structured sys ..read more

In this episode of the AZREIA show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete talk with Kyle Allen of The Hoffer Group and Basil Holdings about navigating the real estate market. They discuss the shift towards wholesaling, managing market changes, and Kyle's early start in real estate at 16. Kyle shares his transition from handling open house signs to establishing his own ventures, leveraging TikTok for business growth, and focusing on marketing tactics like PPC ads. The conversation also covers building buyer lists, engaging with hedge funds, and understanding market dynamics. Kyle offers insig ..read more

This episode of the AZREIA show features Dez Loessberg, a seasoned real estate investor, as he shares his journey from facing financial hardships in 2008, including foreclosure and bankruptcy, to rebuilding his life and becoming a successful investor in various sectors of the real estate market. He delves into his experiences with note investing, short-term rentals, fix and flips, traditional rentals, and ground-up construction, providing insights on the challenges and successes he's encountered. Additionally, Dez touches on the importance of education, networking through AZREIA, and taking ac ..read more

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, host Marcus Maloney and co-host Mike Del Prete discuss the future of affordable factory-built homes with industry expert, Pat Timpani. They delve into the current housing crisis in Arizona and discuss the potential opportunities for real estate investors, builders, and landlords in the factory-built home sector.  Pat highlights the existing demand for affordable housing and shares valuable market insights based on his 38 years experience in the industry. He also talks about the significant shift towards telecommuting and how it's influencing housing req ..read more