The 7 Red Flags of Passive Real-Estate Investing - Taylor Loht

About the Guest(s): Taylor Loht is a real estate investor and educator who specializes in teaching busy professionals how to build passive wealth through real estate investments. With over $250,000,000 in commercial real estate experience, Taylor focuses on self-storage and multifamily investments. He is based in Virginia and has a strong track record in the industry. Episode Summary: In this episode, host Josh invites Taylor Loht to discuss passive real estate investing and strategies for success in the current market. They delve into the state of the market, the impact of rising interest rates, and the potential for distressed transactions in the multifamily space. Taylor emphasizes the importance of focusing on what can be controlled, such as building relationships and maintaining a strong network. He also shares his personal investment strategies and preferences, including investing in B to B+ class multifamily properties and major markets like Dallas and Houston. The conversation highlights the significance of realistic underwriting, responsive investor relations, and aligning interests with sponsors. Taylor also touches on the benefits of his passion project, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and how it contributes to his overall success. Key Takeaways: The market conditions may fluctuate, but experienced real estate investors focus on building relationships and maintaining their business foundation. Investing in major markets like Dallas and Houston can provide stability and favorable landlord-tenant laws. Sponsors' track records and experience in the market are crucial factors to consider when evaluating investment opportunities. Unresponsive investor relations and unrealistic update or upgrade time frames can be red flags for passive investors. Unrealistically high return projections and unreasonable sponsor compensation should be carefully evaluated to ensure alignment of interests. Notable Quotes: "Newbies oftentimes remain newbies and don't do deals because they're looking for a reason to sit on the sidelines and not take actions that they can take." - Taylor Loht "The tenant experience is really what is going to always drive your success in multifamily." - Taylor Loht Resources: Taylor Loht's website The Passive Wealth Strategy Show Listen to the full episode [here](insert link) for more insights and valuable information on passive real estate investing and multifamily strategies in today's market. Stay tuned for future episodes of Accelerated Real Estate Investor for more expert interviews and industry updates. Apply for Coaching: https://joshcantwellcoaching.com Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strategic-real-estate-investor/id570750792?mt=2 Like our page on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com ************************************ STRATEGIC REAL ESTATE COACH is dedicated to giving real estate investors and agents the best, most up to date resources, training, tools, techniques, tips, videos, news, interviews and insider information on today's best strategies and techniques for real estate investing in today's troubled market. This includes marketing for motivated seller leads, wholesaling, rehabs, rentals, foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, REO's, short sales, raising funding and financing, asset protection, internet marketing, real estate investing for beginners, and much much more, including teaching how to make money in real estate and how to become a real estate investor.