Invest Smarter Podcast

Simon Castillo
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The Invest Smarter is a podcast dedicated to providing insights on how to build wealth and create passive income streams through real estate investing, business and entrepreneurship so that you too can become a smarter investor. Released weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays, The Invest Smarter Podcast is hosted by Simon Castillo. The show will feature commentary and interviews with real estate experts who share their experiences on their journey to financial freedom. 

  1. 4d ago

    ISP 382: Choosing the Best Real Estate Investing Strategy for You

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 382: Choosing the Best Real Estate Investing Strategy for You Host: Simon Castillo  Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one episode as he reflects on:  The best way to start investing in real estate.How to personally determine the best path is on investing in real estate.What should you invest in.Young professionals recognize that real estate is a great way to build future wealth.People should understand that their investment strategy will evolve.We have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

  2. Sep 8

    ISP 381: Anatomy of a Deal

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 381: Anatomy of a Deal Host: Simon Castillo  Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one episode as he reflects on:  What are the economics of a property?What is the anatomy of a deal? A blueprint for things that you should consider when looking at dealsWe have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

  3. Sep 1

    ISP 380: The Path to Scaling Your Real Estate Business

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 380: The Path to Scaling Your Real Estate Business Host: Simon Castillo  Guests: Chris Lento Simon Castillo is joined by Chris Lento to discuss:  When are you comfortable leaving your day job? The path to scaling your business You are going to have to learn how to raise capital Partnering with others is key The rates will come down, but when? How do you get comfortable investing outside of your home market? We have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Chris Lento is the managing member of EM Capital LLC and has over 18 years of experience in multifamily real estate investing. Chris is focused on acquiring commercial multifamily apartment complexes in markets across the country that exhibit positive growth trends. He is passionate about the role that well managed, well maintained economic housing can play in helping to alleviate the current housing crisis for middle and low income families. Chris is active in many philanthropic organizations in the Greater Boston Area. Chris serves on the Board of Advocates for Bay Cove Human Services. Connect with Chris Lento:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherlento/ Website: https://emcapitalgroup.com/ Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

  4. Aug 25

    ISP 379: Beyond Borders: Jonathan Wei’s Path to Real Estate Syndication

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 379: Beyond Borders: Jonathan Wei’s Path to Real Estate Syndication  Host: Simon Castillo  Guests: Jonathan Wei Simon Castillo is joined by Jonathan Wei to discuss:  Life is so much more than making money What is life and why am I here? Mindset and spirituality Could you have made it without a mentor? Self storage deals We have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Jonathan started his career as tax professional and worked in corporate America over 20 years and decided to leave his job to follow his passion.  He started his real estate investment journey in residential real estate in 2003 and discovered his passion in real estate. In 2018, he expanded to commercial real estate and founded Greystone Capital Group which specializes in Multifamily and Self Storage facilities. He has over 2300 units and 100M+ in real estate portfolio. Jonathan is also a mentor in the Michael Blank multifamily investment community and podcast host of a show called “Building Wealth Through Commercial Real Estate”. Connect with Jonathan Wei:  Website: https://greystonecapgroup.com/ Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

  5. Aug 18

    ISP 378: Actionable Steps To Start Building Wealth

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 378: Actionable Steps To Start Building Wealth Host: Simon Castillo  Join our host Simon Castillo as he reflects on:  Start building generational wealth in 2024Have your financial house in orderGet clear on your spending Create new habits We have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

  6. Aug 11

    ISP 377: Overcoming Analysis Paralysis and Taking Action

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 377: Overcoming Analysis Paralysis and Taking Action Host: Simon Castillo  Join our host Simon Castillo as he reflects on:  Analysis Paralysis Ready - aim aim aim aim aim – are you taking a shot? Sometimes it takes a while to gain momentum Be sure not to take advice from the wrong individuals Your business doesn’t have to be perfect to start - you have to take action to start Value and money are not always equal Take on a ‘value mindset’Set goals with a time stamp on them  We have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

  7. Aug 4

    ISP 376: Having Compassion When Evicting Tenants

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 376: Having Compassion When Evicting Tenants Host: Simon Castillo  Join our host Simon Castillo as he reflects on:  Top tips for executing your business plan as investorsThe importance of treating tenants with respect What does the eviction process look like? In many states, text messages are treated as legal written notice We have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

  8. Jul 28

    ISP 375: Getting Started Raising Capital

    Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 142: Getting Started Raising Capital Host: Simon Castillo  Join our host Simon Castillo as he reflects on:  Why is raising capital important?Start with your friends and family What made it hard to raise capital in 2023? Building your brand so that you audience begins to know, like, and trust youDo you have a basic understanding of who your investors are? Consistency is keyProvide your investors with a great investment experienceWe have open investment opportunities. Want to learn more? Check out www.sastexascapital.comDownload our FREE E-Book - Multifamily Millions - www.sastexascapital.com On the second wednesday of every month, we have the Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up - For more information, head over to www.sastexascapital.com Looking for investment opportunities? - Learn more at www.sastexascapital.comWe now have a free private Facebook group! - Name of group: Wealth & Whiskeywww.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities available  Simon Castillo is a real estate investor & business development executive from San Antonio, TX. Simon began investing in real estate in 2004 and is currently invested in more than $39 million of single family and multifamily assets both as a general partner and limited partner. Simon’s experience includes providing safe, stable returns for investors, real estate development, value add investing and investing for long term cash flow.    Simon is the Principal and Founder of SAS Texas Capital, a real estate firm focused on raising capital for the acquisition of value-add, class B & C multifamily properties. SAS Texas Capital has raised over $1 million in investor capital for the purchase of these assets.    Simon holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. In addition to his extensive professional experience, Simon serves as Chair for the prestigious Alexander Briseno Leadership Development Program (ABLDP) offered through the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, President for the South Texas Chapter for the Risk Management Society, and serves on the St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business Finance & Risk Management Advisory Board. Connect with Simon Castillo:  Website:  www.sastexascapital.com Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9055ec64716e/newsletter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073324501384 Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/SimonCastilloJr/  Calendly: 15 min call or 45 min podcast - https://calendly.com/sastexascapital  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCigqGLXB0Cr-yUIIJsgZlQg Tiktok - @sasinvest Instagram – http://instagram.com/thesimoncastillo

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The Invest Smarter is a podcast dedicated to providing insights on how to build wealth and create passive income streams through real estate investing, business and entrepreneurship so that you too can become a smarter investor. Released weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays, The Invest Smarter Podcast is hosted by Simon Castillo. The show will feature commentary and interviews with real estate experts who share their experiences on their journey to financial freedom. 

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  • Creator
    Simon Castillo
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    382
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Invest Smarter Podcast
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