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SummaryTom Dunkel, Chief Investment Officer at Belrose Storage Group, shares his journey from being a miserable landlord to building a successful self-storage business. He discusses his background in corporate America and how he transitioned into real estate after getting fired from his corporate job. Tom explains the process of acquiring self-storage facilities and the importance of finding value-add opportunities in growing markets. He also highlights the use of dynamic pricing and the shif...

SummaryIn this episode, Shawn Terrell, President of United Country Auction Services, discusses the role of auctions in the real estate industry, particularly in the context of farmland and rural land. He explains the history of auctions and their significance in the farming and ranching communities. Shawn also highlights the differences between farmland auctions and residential auctions, emphasizing the strong presence of auctions in the farmland market. He discusses the advantages and disadv...

Walter Johnson, Founder & CEO of Sonos Capital, discusses his focus on mobile home parks and the opportunities they present. He explains that mobile home parks offer affordable housing and have a lower default rate compared to other commercial properties. Johnson emphasizes the importance of cash flow and the value of income-producing properties. He also discusses the challenges of expanding mobile home parks and the stigma associated with them. Johnson shares his plans for a reality show...

Victoria Maidhof, owner and CEO of Victory Properties and Asset Management, shares her background in real estate and property management. She discusses the different approaches to property management and the importance of finding a middle ground between being strict and empathetic. Victoria provides tips for hiring a property management company and highlights the services offered by Victory Properties. She also discusses the timeframe for assessing and implementing property improvements and e...

Welcome to the Retiring Real Estate Investor podcast! In this episode, Brandon interviews Jeff Bemis, a 1031 exchange specialist. Jeff shares insights into the challenges and opportunities within the 1031 exchange space, focusing on innovation and client-centric approaches. The conversation touches on the role of qualified intermediaries (QIs) and highlights Jeff's expertise from another podcast episode at Insight Investment Advisers, discussing the unregulated nature of QIs and the importanc...

In this episode, Brandon is joined by Fred Moskowitz, an alternative investment expert, to explore the world of note investing—a strategy focused on buying assets for cash flow. They discuss active and passive approaches to note investing, where the former involves hands-on engagement, while the latter allows investors to leverage managed note funds.Fred delves into the secondary market, highlighting the liquidity of notes and the role of personal relationships in accessing this market. The m...