Jake and Gino Multifamily Investing Entrepreneurs

Jake & Gino
Jake and Gino Multifamily Investing Entrepreneurs

Welcome to Jake and Gino's podcast, where we cut through the noise of entrepreneurship and real estate investing. If you're a forward-thinking individual, eager to take the plunge into the business or multifamily real estate investing world, then this is the show for you! Here, you'll discover invaluable insights from industry leaders who have walked the path and made their marks. Every episode is a mini masterclass, covering topics like startup growth, venture capital, business acquisitions, and real estate market cycles. But it's not all roses - we also delve into the hard truths of entrepreneurship and investing, sharing the hurdles, pitfalls, and challenges you're likely to encounter, and strategies on how to navigate them. Thinking about partnering with us? This podcast is a sneak peek into our ethos and approach. We believe in turning real-world experiences into tangible lessons, and it's this ethos that guides our mentorship programs. Whether you're planning to dive into multifamily real estate investing or expand your business horizons, our show provides the knowledge and inspiration you need to make those dreams a reality. Join Jake and Gino on this journey and let's transform your entrepreneurial and investing landscape together! Also included under The Jake & Gino umbrella: The Julia & Gino Show: Where Business Meets Family. This couple explores the harmony of relationships, communication, and business success How To: A concise video series guiding aspiring individuals towards financial freedom through multiple passive income streams and generational wealth via multifamily real estate investing. Movers and Shakers: Gino Barbaro features Jake & Gino students who are successfully navigating multifamily real estate deals. Our mission is to create Multifamily Entrepreneurs!

  1. 3 Investment Strategies For Multifamily | How To with Gino Barbaro

    11 HR AGO

    3 Investment Strategies For Multifamily | How To with Gino Barbaro

    Join Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, as he breaks down the three most powerful strategies for multifamily real estate investing—Value-Add, Fix & Flip, and Buy & Hold—and reveals the right time to use each one. It's not just about choosing a strategy, it's about understanding how the market cycle, debt terms, and exit strategy all come together to make or break your deal. In this episode, you'll learn: The Three Pillars of Real Estate and why they matter  How to determine the right investing strategy for your goals  Common mistakes new investors make (and how to avoid them)  Real examples from Jake & Gino’s 2,500+ unit investing journey  Whether you're just getting started or scaling up, this how-to guide will give you clarity on building long-term wealth through multifamily investing. Want a free PDF copy of  Wheelbarrow Profits ? Email: Gino@JakeandGino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    17 min
  2. From Negative Cashflow to $100M with Marcin Drozdz  Jake & Gino Show | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    12 HR AGO

    From Negative Cashflow to $100M with Marcin Drozdz Jake & Gino Show | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    Jake & Gino sit down with real estate powerhouse Marcin Drozdz, a veteran capital raiser and investor who’s raised multiple nine figures since 2006 and helped acquire over 1,600 multifamily units. Get the inside scoop on his early days working with Ken McElroy, building a capital-raising career during the ‘08 crisis, and how he evaluates deals, markets, and—most importantly—people.   Key Topics Covered: How Marcin transitioned from negative cash flow nightmares to flipping and funding massive deals  Lessons from raising capital during the Great Recession  The 3 critical roles in real estate and why capital raising became his superpower  The “Team First” investment philosophy: why backing great operators trumps chasing flashy deals  Buy, refinance, and hold strategy: Long-term wealth creation explained  Differences between syndication vs. buy-and-hold models—and where they align  Whether you're a seasoned investor, aspiring capital raiser, or just love real estate stories with grit, strategy, and banter—this episode’s for you. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 7:22 Return on Effort (ROE) 10:19 Buying With "Meat on the Bone" 24:42 Level 10 Teams > Level 10 Deals 26:03 The Problem With Older Assets 31:40 Capital Raising Mindset Shifts 36:49 Development Deals: Yes or No? 38:21 Building & Scaling Teams 49:18 Closing Thoughts   Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more high-level real estate insights from Jake & Gino! Learn more:https://jakeandgino.com/ Guest Contact:https://www.marcindrozdz.com/ We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    51 min
  3. 4 reasons why multfiamily owners sell | How To with Gino Barbaro

    7 MAY

    4 reasons why multfiamily owners sell | How To with Gino Barbaro

    Why do property owners really sell their multifamily assets? In this power-packed "how-to" episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, breaks down the 4 key motivations behind a seller’s decision to exit a deal using the P.L.O.P. framework — Price, Lifestyle, Opportunity, and Problem. From real-life examples to negotiation tips, Gino walks you through: What questions to ask sellers  How to understand their motivations  How to align your investment goals with their circumstances  Whether you're an active investor or just getting started in real estate, this episode will sharpen your buying skills and help you close profitable deals — not just any deals. Subscribe now and never miss another tactical real estate lesson: Jake and Gino YouTube Channel We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    16 min
  4. From Bedside to Buildings: How Dallon Schultz Became the Capitalist Pro | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    5 MAY

    From Bedside to Buildings: How Dallon Schultz Became the Capitalist Pro | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    What do a broken leg, a fourplex, and a podcast binge have in common? For Dallon Schultz, they were the catalysts that launched him from the high-stress world of emergency nursing into the multifamily investment scene. In this episode, Jake and Gino sit down with Dallon, co-founder of Capitalist Pro, to unpack how he transitioned from patient care to capital raising — now supporting deals totaling over $150 million. Dallon shares how a false sense of job security inspired his entrepreneurial pivot, the realities of raising capital without a track record, and how his tech-forward CRM system helps syndicators stay top-of-mind with investors. He also dives into syndication red flags, vetting GPs, avoiding capital call disasters, and building long-term relationships through automation without sacrificing trust. Whether you're an operator, aspiring investor, or raising your first dollar, this episode offers tactical gold on playing to your strengths, automating investor communications, and building real estate wealth through authentic connections. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more deep dives into multifamily investing and raising capital. Guest Contact Info: Email: Dallon@capitallystpro.com Phone: 623-624-9909 Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dallon-schultz/ Website: www.capitallystpro.io Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction   00:57 - Dallon’s Pre-Real Estate Life as a Registered Nurse   04:31 - The Podcast That Flipped His Mindset   08:38 - What Deals Excite Dallon in Today’s Market   14:10 - Target Markets: Why Dallon Focuses on Texas   18:42 - Raising Capital Without Experience: Mistakes and Strategies   21:58 - How Dallon Got His First Investors Without Syndicating   29:55 - The Investor “First Date”: Discovery Over Deal Pitch   32:32 - Automating Touchpoints but Keeping Relationships   38:09 - Webinar Tips: Focus on Structure Over Sexy Returns   39:48 - Email Cadence & Investor Engagement Scores   44:48 - Why Dallon Chose Capital Raising Over Operations   46:29 - Gino Wraps it Up  We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    48 min
  5. From Belly Docs to Baby Money Soldiers: Building Passive Wealth with Dr. Sam Giordano | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    29 APR

    From Belly Docs to Baby Money Soldiers: Building Passive Wealth with Dr. Sam Giordano | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    In this episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast, we sit down with physician, real estate investor, and co-founder of PassiveAdvantage.com, Dr. Sam Giordano. Sam shares his journey from the medical field to passive real estate investing, the creation of his LP Deal Analyzer, and how he's helping busy professionals build wealth with clarity and confidence. We discuss critical topics like the dangers of floating rate debt, the importance of cash-on-cash returns, why understanding your sponsor matters more than chasing a flashy deal, and the common financial mistakes high-income earners make. Plus, we dive into "leaky gut," lentil love, and how buying assets can pay for life's biggest events, from weddings to college tuition. Whether you're a busy professional looking to start your investment journey or a seasoned investor refining your criteria, this episode is packed with actionable advice, humor, and hard-earned wisdom. Learn more at: https://www.passiveadvantage.com  Subscribe for more interviews with real estate pros and wealth-building experts.     Chapters:00:00 - Introduction   03:53 - Sam's Financial Journey Post-Medical Training   07:11 - Advice for Physicians on Building Wealth Early   10:11 - Creating the LP Deal Analyzer   11:58 - Importance of Setting Strict Investing Rules Early   15:21 - Using AI to Streamline Passive Investing   22:24 - The #1 Mistake LP Investors Make   36:32 - Passive Advantage’s Future Vision: Transparency in Syndication Deals   45:18 - Why Sam Loves Being a Doctor AND a Passive Investor   49:10 - How Sam’s Investing Perspective Evolved Over 8 Years  We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    1 hr
  6. How To Avoid Cognitive Biases to Become a Better Multifamily Investor | How To with Gino Barbaro

    23 APR

    How To Avoid Cognitive Biases to Become a Better Multifamily Investor | How To with Gino Barbaro

    Welcome to this special How-To episode with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino! In this episode, Gino dives deep into the world of cognitive biases—how they sneak into our investing decisions, cloud our judgment, and cost us big opportunities. Drawing from Dr. Brad Klontz’s book Start Thinking Rich, Gino breaks down five powerful biases holding investors back: Confirmation Bias  Dunning-Kruger Effect  Sunken Cost Fallacy  Herd Mentality  ...and more!  Subscribe for more real estate investing insights, mindset mastery, and financial freedom strategies:  https://www.youtube.com/@jakeandgino We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    19 min
  7. The Rockefeller Reboot: Family Wealth Secrets with M.C. Laubscher | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    21 APR

    The Rockefeller Reboot: Family Wealth Secrets with M.C. Laubscher | Jake & Gino Poadcast

    On this episode of the Jake and Gino podcast, we’re joined by the legendary M.C. Laubscher – founder of Producers Wealth and host of the globally renowned Cashflow Ninja podcast. With over 1,000 episodes under his belt and financial strategies that have reached over seven million people, M.C. is redefining how entrepreneurs think about money, family, and long-term wealth. In this conversation, M.C. breaks down: - Why alternative assets like real estate and gold aren’t really "alternative" at all   - The five foundational pillars of a family office (yes, even if you're not a Rockefeller!)   - How to think generationally about wealth with tools like family banks, legacy assets, and masterminds   - Why most people are still making Wall Street-level mistakes in the private investment world   - How to get started building your own family financial blueprint—even without millions in the bank   If you're ready to ditch the noise, gain control of your capital, and build a legacy that lasts, this is a must-watch (or must-listen). Plus, we have some fun talking NFTs, meme coins, and how Jake still gets FOMO over Trump Coin. Get M.C.'s book Get Wealthy For Sure: https://getwealthyforsure.com — Chapters:  00:00 - Introduction   01:39 - M.C.’s Backstory   05:04 - What Went Wrong After 2008 and How People Repeated Mistakes   06:06 - What is "Alternative Investing" and Why It’s Misbranded   09:35 - How the Market Changed After 2022: Interest Rates & Risk   12:58 - Demystifying the Family Office: Mindset Over Millions   28:49 - Meme Coins, NFTs, and Investing for 100 Years   32:00 - Teaching Kids Financial Literacy Through Play and Mentorship   36:01 - Where M.C. is Investing in 2025: Data Centers, Warehouses, Oil   42:22 - Multifamily Strategy in the Current Market Cycle   46:50 - Gino Wraps it Up  We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    49 min
  8. How TO Finance Your Commercial Real Estate in This Part of The Cycle | How To with Gino Barbaro

    16 APR

    How TO Finance Your Commercial Real Estate in This Part of The Cycle | How To with Gino Barbaro

    In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the shifting landscape of multifamily and commercial real estate financing in today's uncertain market. With rising interest rates, cautious lenders, and limited partner hesitancy, the 2025 market is looking a lot like 2011. But don't worry — Gino's here to help you navigate the murky waters and find the capital you need to close your next deal. From community banks vs. credit unions, to creative seller financing, to understanding balloon payments and loan terms, Gino shares not just tactical advice — but real deals he's doing right now. Want a copy of Wheelbarrow Profits or seller financing resources? Email Gino: gino@jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

    19 min

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Welcome to Jake and Gino's podcast, where we cut through the noise of entrepreneurship and real estate investing. If you're a forward-thinking individual, eager to take the plunge into the business or multifamily real estate investing world, then this is the show for you! Here, you'll discover invaluable insights from industry leaders who have walked the path and made their marks. Every episode is a mini masterclass, covering topics like startup growth, venture capital, business acquisitions, and real estate market cycles. But it's not all roses - we also delve into the hard truths of entrepreneurship and investing, sharing the hurdles, pitfalls, and challenges you're likely to encounter, and strategies on how to navigate them. Thinking about partnering with us? This podcast is a sneak peek into our ethos and approach. We believe in turning real-world experiences into tangible lessons, and it's this ethos that guides our mentorship programs. Whether you're planning to dive into multifamily real estate investing or expand your business horizons, our show provides the knowledge and inspiration you need to make those dreams a reality. Join Jake and Gino on this journey and let's transform your entrepreneurial and investing landscape together! Also included under The Jake & Gino umbrella: The Julia & Gino Show: Where Business Meets Family. This couple explores the harmony of relationships, communication, and business success How To: A concise video series guiding aspiring individuals towards financial freedom through multiple passive income streams and generational wealth via multifamily real estate investing. Movers and Shakers: Gino Barbaro features Jake & Gino students who are successfully navigating multifamily real estate deals. Our mission is to create Multifamily Entrepreneurs!

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