Real Estate Breakthrough

"The LPs traditionally are going to have the lion's share of that equity stack and if you don't have a good handle on those LP's, you can run into some hot water and not be able to raise your money." - Chad Zednek Today I am interviewing Chad Zdenek. He is the CEO of CSQ Properties, which functions as an acquisition and reposition management company of multi-family and self storage real estate. They hold 750 multi-family units and 3,000 self storage units in California and other parts of the US. He has presented at my ITI Meeting as well as been a previous guest on the show. Chad Zdenek: Had a career in construction and civil engineering, obtaining a license for both . He worked at Boeing for 7 years as a structural dynamics engineer before going into business with his brother which they ran successfully for a few years before Chad was bought out. After, he went into real estate full time and established CSQ Properties as well as grew a $150 million general partner portfolio. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Chads background at Boeing as a structural engineer What is CSQ Properties Choosing the right investment partners The horse track analogy Why no one talks about the LP's Who does what in an equity stack How are syndications setup The technicals matter Who is the silent Co GP What is effective investor communication How no communication becomes miscommunication Why Co GP's distance themselves Treat all investors the same The challenges with capital calls on distress deals Reestablishing know, like and trust Listen now and find out how Chad found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Chad's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Chad here: Website csqproperties.com IG Chad Zdenek LinkedIn Chad Zdenek CSQ Properties

"I think whats really cool about real estate is doing the things no one is willing to do and the impact on the community it has." -Cody Davis Today I am interviewing Cody Davis who I met recently at our ITI meeting. He was invited by Bronson Hill. I was very impressed with Cody's clarity and focus for implementing a strategy that is leading him to a future of financial freedom using creative seller financing. In this interview Cody shares how he dropped out of college to purse a career in real estate. He now holds a real estate portfolio of over 200 plus rental apartments as well as a water front property. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How Cody got into seller financing His start as an agent Using real estate to increase our income Not fighting the corporate ladder Real estate creates new possibilities The path to above average Not being consumed by the business Diminishing returns Investing in your current tenants Avoid adding complicated steps Build a business model around your goals Don't add any fluff Get what you want by asking Go for and build the relationship first Listen now and find out how Cody found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Cody's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Cody here: Website MultiFamilyStrategy.com Youtube Cody Davis Winning Business

"Capital raising is sales, it's really working with people using a lot of the same skill sets." -Bronson Hill Today I am interviewing my friend, Co host of ITI and past mentee, Bronson Hill. He is the CEO and Founder of Bronson Equity, a passive investing and multi family syndication company. Bronson Equity works one on one with clients who are high earning individuals who want to invest passively. He is a general partner in over $150 million in real estate. Bronson is an educator and has written a report called The Single Best Investment Strategy During (or After) a Pandemic. He is an author, podcast host, the creator of the Advanced Real Estate Investing Summit, a guest speaker on numerous podcasts, a presenter at various conferences and meetings and so much more. Bronson Hill: Began investing in real estate in 2006 when he purchased his first rental property. After the property began to cash flow, Bronson purchased other single family properties in Ohio, under the impression that he wanted to own 30 homes for passive investing. Later on a family member introduced Bronson to multi-family investing and there, Bronson learned how to raise capital for a deal. Now a few years later, he is a Multi Family Syndicator and financial coach. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Bronson's trajectory into real estate Why he transitioned from single family to multi family Diversify your portfolio People want time freedom over financial freedom Capital raising is sales How to find an approach that works Can we come from a place of purpose How does vision create purpose Money is a tool How Bronson raised $40 million Creating a positive relationship with money The achievers dilemma Keeping the ego in check Helping people believe in themselves Some deals come with challenges Investing in ATMs Listen now and find out how Bronson found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Bronson's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Bronson here: Website BronsonEquity.com Email Bronson@bronsonequity.com LinkedIn Bronson Hill

#182: Todd Bayer- Playing the Long Term Real Estate Game "You have to put more skin in the game to make the deal work and end up making much less profit so we are very challenged right now in real estate especially with flipping and the long term rental market." -Todd Bayer Today I am interviewing Todd Bayer. I've known Todd for many years and he has an extensive journey in the world of real estate from appraisals to flipping to launching the Rehab Loan Group and beyond. He partnered with Stephne McKee and started the successful networking group The Inland Empire Real Estate Investment Club. Todd would then pursue other avenues that included the tiny home and mobile home markets which also had its challenges. Now Todd is the Owner of FlowVestor which he launched after the pandemic which focuses on mobile home parks, multi family and self storage facilities. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How Todd was introduced to real estate Trading a 9-5 for a 9-9 Focus on what you're great at How The Rehab Loan Group was started Building a business while running one at the same time The power of networking What is happening in the industry of lending What are the current challenges What is happening with real estate prices There's not enough inventory Best way to find a deal of market Where to find off market deals How bad deals educate you as an investor Stay in your lane What is happening with the long term rental market Listen now and find out how Todd found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Todd's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Todd here: Website FlowVestor.com Email todd@flowvestor.com

"Do you as a private investor have the right education to be able to ask the right questions to these operators." - Matthew Owens Today I am interviewing Matthew Owens. He is the CEO of OCG Properties, which is a real estate investing company that focuses on “intelligent” investing and education. OCG Properties helps investors create cash flow strategies for long term returns and investments. He has presented numerous times at my FIBI Pasadena meeting and is a frequent speaker at other real estate meetings in the southern California area. Matthew Owens: Started his career in real estate as a flipper and a licensed CPA. Over the past fifteen years, Matthew has successfully flipped over 1,000 properties with over $35 million out to flippers currently. In 2006 he quit his job as a CPA and went into real estate full time. Understanding the complexities of deals, Matthew founded OCG Properties to help people become educated on how to succeed in real estate using cash flow strategies and seller financing strategies for long term investing. He is a consultant, an advisor and host of the OCG Properties: Masters of Real Estate with Mathew Owens, CPA. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How to gain financial control Everything falls on the owner How to get a hold on your bookkeeping Are you cataloging your expenses properly Why you should hire a team How to hold yourself accountable as the business owner Separating your buckets of capital Do you have proper reserves set in place Why you need multiple bank accounts The benefits of knowing how to talk to people Networking is key Be open to new opportunities Why invest in promissory notes Invest in syndications Is investing in real estate better than investing in stocks What is happening in the market currently Will lowering rates add inventory Listen now and find out how Matthew found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Matthew's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Matthew here: Website OCGProperties.com LinkedIn Matthew Owens

"It's not passive, it's your asset and it's your money so you don't just sit back and hope someone else is taking care of your money because no one cares about your money like you do." -Kaaren Hall Today I am interviewing Kaaren Hall who is the founder of uDirect IRA Services. uDirect helps thousands of people self direct their IRA's into private equity investments such as real estate, notes, performing & non performing debt, crowdfunding and more. Assisting people with taking their retirement out of wall street and into private equity, Kaaren opened uDirect IRA in 2009, just a year after the 2008 downturn. She has presented at many local meetings including my FIBI Pasadena meeting numerous times as well as been a previous guest on my show. Kaaren Hall: Prior to her career in IRA services and investing, Kaaren was a radio host and a news and on air traffic reporter. She then began working in the banking and real estate industry before taking a leap and beginning her own practice in Southern California. Understanding the importance of retirement and the power of taking care of your own financial freedom, uDirect IRA specializes in helping people create their own future in which they have full control over their retirement and financial freedom. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Being a woman in a male dominated industry What are we responsible for The importance of a morning routine Inner determination How do we build discipline What you can and cannot do with a self directed IRA How do we make this process simple Learn the rules of the game New changes in the IRA industry What is a 529 plan What is a sep IRA How are people currently being impacted by the recession Has fraud died down How do contribution limits impact an account What is Finra Broker Check No one else will care about your money like you Why this is not a passive asset The importance of multiple streams of income for retirement What do you need to retire Listen now and find out how Kaaren found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Kaaren's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Kaaren here: Website uDirectIRA.com Email info@udirectira.com

"If you're getting in and starting now this is the golden opportunity that we've been waiting for for 10 years." -Andrew Cushman Today I am interviewing Andrew Cusman. He is the Founder and Principal of Vantage Point Acquisitions, a private equity firm providing investment opportunities in multifamily assets. He has presented at FIBI Pasadena as well as been a former guests on my podcast. He has been featured on platforms like Bigger Pockets and Real Estate Rookie. Andrew Cushman: Graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in chemical engineering. In 2006 Andrew and his wife started flipping houses in southern California right before the 2008 crash. Then Andrew began his journey into multi family investing. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Why did Andrew get into multi-family investing Where is money made in multi family investing Become an expert in one thing Is the multi-family market suffering Where are we finding stress in the market How do cap rates work on commercial properties Why have insurance premiums gone up all over the country How do variable loan rates effect current properties What is Andrews secret sauce Are syndicators underwater Why is now time to invest Why is new construction falling Money is made on the operations Giving back to your onsite teams Build relationships with property managers Listen now and find out how Andrew found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Andrew's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Andrew here: Website VAPACQ.com LinkedIn Andrew Cushman

"Passive income wasn't something ever discussed and getting an advanced education just taught me how to be an employee." -Amy Sylvis Today I am interviewing Amy Sylvis, she is the Founder of Sylvis Capital, a syndication company specializing in multi family properties in upcoming markets. Amy Sylvis: Was born with a condition called cystic fibrosis in which she was told she would only live to be 9 years old. She is currently 42 and is ecstatic that she has the ability to live her life to the fullest. She spent 13 years working in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry before she came across the book "Rich Dad, Poor Dad," which led her into passive income using the vehicle of real estate. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE What is your story Amy's health journey "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod Working on the mind Why we read "Rich Dad Poor Dad" Can you trade time for money What servers your success Data tracking Love the choices you make Investing in the right markets Are we already in a recession The perks of multifamily investing Marco economic trends Is it hard to purchase a home right now How to use market research data Listen now and find out how Amy found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Amy's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Amy here: Website SylvisCapital.com LinkedIn Amy Sylvis

I learned at a young age, like many other immigrants grit and how hard work has to happen so that you have a means to survive." -Jenny Gou Today I am interviewing Jenny Gou. She is one of the Managing Partners of Vertical Street Ventures, a multi family syndication company offering investment opportunities by using a full service approach for apartment investing. Jenny is responsible for operations at VSV and is also the lead for the VSV Multifamily Academy. Jenny Gou: Began her career as a Sales Strategist for Procter & Gamble before transitioning to Vertical Street Ventures. She has a BA in Business Management from the University of Arizona and received her MBA from the University of Minnesota. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE What is Vertical Street Ventures Stop climbing the corporate ladder Teaching the next generation What being from an immigrant family taught me Where does the ambition come from The value of a dollar Is it hard being an entrepreneur Why are people are greatest assets What culture are we building Ways to accelerate your business Focusing on problem solving, not problems Can we discern without judgment What is residents first What will VSV do during the upcoming recession Hire people that do it better than you Listen now and find out how Jenny found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Jenny's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Jenny here: Website Vertical Street Ventures LinkedIn Vertical Street Ventures Facebook Vertical Street Ventures Instagram VerticalStreetVentures

The more people I got to know, I realized there's a lot of money you can make in real estate and you can get involved or uninvolved as you want." Chris Collins Today I am interviewing Chris Collins. He is the Managing Partner at Amity Cash Flow which acquires multi-family apartment properties and creates opportunities for accredited and non accredited investors. He has invested actively and passively in 6 states, over 2,500 apartment units totaling 200 million dollars. He has also presented at my FIBI Pasadena Multi Family Meeting. Chris Collins: Has a background in Hollywood as a television editor, but has been investing in real estate for a decade. His goal with Amity Cash Flow is to help people gain financial independence no matter the industry you are in. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE From Hollywood to real estate The basics of real estate Putting in the effort Building strong relationships with partners from other markets Transparency and investor relations Make the business plan understandable Encourage your investors to ask questions The real estate business is a relationship business Is there an abundance of real estate opportunities Why you should partner with syndicators What challenges are multi family facing at the moment How are interest rates affecting buyers and sellers differently Tips for buyers Why are sellers holding on to their properties Should buyers explore alternative/creative financing What factors push sales Why have rents risen How will you handle the potential recession How to maintain what you already have How to deal with contractors Why you need good oversight Listen now and find out how Chris found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Chris's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Chris here: Website AmityCashFlow.com IG AmityChrisCollins

"We want people to invest with us because they like and trust us and we encourage people to diversify so they can have the ability to work with who they like." Reed Goosens Today I am interviewing Reed Goosens and Ben Gray who are both the brains behind RSN Property Group which specializes in fix and flip multi-family apartment complexes. Although they both are from Australia, Reed and Ben both live and invest in the US. Reed has previously been a guest on this show, as well as presented at both my FIBI Pasadena Meeting as well as my ITI Meeting. Reed is a national speaker and is the host of the Investing in the US Podcast. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How Reed and Ben met How to be sustainable as a multifamily syndicator Investors should diversity Keeping a tight team How to reduce building cost The worldwide issue of unaffordability What are they investing in How to incorporate other passions into real estate Maintaining a sense of curiosity How do you keep a clear head Why is having a business partner necessary How to stay connected to your purpose The uncertainty of entrepreneurship Get comfortable with being uncomfortable Current challenges in the multi-family market Are we in a recession How have interest rates affected the market What are operators currently challenged with Listen now and find out how Reed and Ben found their Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Reed and Ben's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about RSN Property Group here: Website RSNPropertyGroup.com

"It's about inner work so that the outer world can give you what you're seeking." -Christina Suter Today I was interviewed by my mentor Raven Blair Davis on my recent feature in the Wall Street Journal in collaboration with Marquis Who's Who, which has been an honor. In this episode we talk about overcoming challenges, what it means to step into your power and how I am currently transitioning into my new practice. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE: Christina's 35 years of experience as a real estate investor Chrstina's career in being an advisor working with 100+ clients Who's Who Nomination Her feature in the Wall Street Journal Christina's transition into the family office space The importance of inner transformation Christina's growth in the media and public speaking How to use ones voice to create impact How to push through personal challenges The success and failures of working in real estate Listen now and find out how Christina found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Christina's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Christina here: Website ChristinaSuter.com Youtube Christina Suter IG @RealChristinaStuer LinkedIn Christina Suter Twitter RealChristinaSuter

"It all comes down to impact and with the younger generations, we find they are also seeking ways to make a difference, but sometimes they don't get the opportunity to feel they are making a difference." -Franco Perez Today I am interviewing Franco Perez. He is the Founder of Franco Mobile Homes, a company that focuses on providing affordable, efficient, and well designed mobile homes to residents of the Bay area of California. Franco's personal experiences of economic disparities landed him in the real estate field where he began his search for solutions. He is a beacon for the affordable housing movement whose goal is to give families the opportunity to become homeowners and obtain financial stability. Frano Perez: Moved to CA at the age of 11 from the Philippines with his family. At 18 Fracno had to quit school so that he could work and provide for his family. He became a real estate agent and after working in the industry for a bit, Franco had a realization that the wealth gap was significant between the wealthy and working class. His question became how do I help people bridge the wealth gap and his solution was mobile homes. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How to gain new perspectives Franco's early days as a real estate agent How franco got into mobile home ownership What is Francos mission Mobile home conversions How does the wealth gap affect home ownership Where does the drive to change come from Why is entrepreneurship important How pressure can create resourcefulness Celebrating beyond the numbers How to harness a team driven by impact How do we trade value, not dollars How will the upcoming recession affect the mobile home market Is there a skilled labor shortage in the housing industry The importance of building affordable housing Why are median home prices not affordable What are the benefits of owning a mobile home Breaking the stigma of mobile home park communities Listen now and find out how Franco found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Franco's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Franco here: Website www.franco.TV Youtube Franco Mobile Homes IG FrancoSiliconValley

"AI is going to take a lot of jobs, but real estate will always be here." -Sharif Shakhshir Today I am interviewing Sharif Shakhshir. He is the Senior Vice President of CALCAP, a real estate investment company specializing in alternative investment opportunities for institutions and individual investors. He is also the Founder and CIO of Falcon Capital Management, a company that focuses on underwriting on upcoming acquisitions, deal sourcing, investment analytics, strategy and industry networking and deal financing. Sharif Shakhshir: Has a bachelors and masters in finance. He was always interested in finance and even started collecting gold and silver as a kid. He began his career as a stockbroker before working for Countrywide in the lending division. Now he is the Senior Vice President of CALCAP and operates his own company, Falcon Capital Management. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How Sharif found his way into real estate investing What are the challenges and the opportunities Pay attention to the details What is desktop underwriting What is a pro forma analysis Sharif's quick cap rate calculator How to provoke efficiency in property analysis Exploring the various ways to do rent comps What is the current trend in the multi family market Why no one wants to sell Dissecting the usage of bridge loans The impact of interest rates Are we looking at a recession How do we prepare for economic softening Will the banking system change Finding your tribe Using meetings to develop relationships Listen now and find out how Sharif found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Sharif's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Sharif here: LinkedIn Sharif Shakhshir Website CALCAPAdvisors Website FalconCapitalmgmt

"No asset class, not even multifamily is so incredible that it can be good at all times in all markets." -Neal Bawa Today I am interviewing Neal Bawa. He is the CEO and Founder of GroCapitus and UGro, which are real estate investment companies that focus on building, sourcing or obtaining commercial real estate properties. He has taught more than 10, 000 investors with his free data analytics course and is highly sought after to speak at real estate conferences around the country. He is called the mad scientist of multifamily investing and believes "data beats gut feel by a million miles." Neal Bawa: Got started in real estate very differently than most people. He was running technology companies and used that money to build custom campuses. Not having any prior experience in this process, he however was able to very successfully build a 27,000 square foot campus which became extremely successful landing him more opportunities to build over the years. He began buying single family properties in 2008 and eventually pivoted into multifamily investing full time. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How data serves us better than gut feeling What Neal Does as a data technologist How Neal was introduced to the world of real estate What does Gro Capitus do Engaged as a buyer, not as a seller Being 12 months ahead of everyone else What is land banking Is it the time to buy multifamily assets Follow the data not the current trends How to fight against biases What happened to the Phoenix market Don't ignore the cycle The rationale of investors Why has retail and office fallen so dramatically Will the office market continue to decline Is office conversions a possibility Investor vs a speculator What is the relationship between interest rates and cap rates How does land banking work When is the next bottom The current state of inflation What is quantitative easing Listen now and find out how Neal found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Neal's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Neal here: Website www.GroCapitus.com

"Real estate is not a get rich quick, its a get rich for sure." - Steven Pesavento Today I am interviewing Steven Pesavento. He is the Founder and President of VonFinch Capital, a private real estate firm specializing in value-add multifamily, investment management and sponsorship. He is the host of the Investor Mindset podcast and is a high performance coach. Steven Pesavento: Started working in management consulting but knew that wasn't where you wanted to be. He started working in high growth startups in Boulder, Colorado before making his switch to real estate investing in 2016. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How Steven got started in real estate Why Steven choose to invest in real estate How personal development is the core to success in real estate Overcoming challenges to push forward There is more than one vehicle to achieve financial freedom How to operate from a place of clarity Why real estate is not a get rich quick game The traps of having a victim mindset Is the system broken Fueling your perspective How to build yourself from the inside out How to go from victim to victor What is happening in the multi-family market What are the big institutions doing right now How do we double investors money What about the recession How can you leverage on this current market Can you find where the opportunities are Listen now and find out how Steven found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Steven's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Steven here: Website VonFinch.com

“I want to understand this thing called passive income, but first how do you make the money and get into that mindset ? I learned wealthy people have a different mindset.” -Kathy Fettke Today I am interviewing Kathy Fettke who is the co creator of the Real Wealth Network alongside her husband Rich Fettke. Kathy is an investor, educator, and radio host who is a guest expert on platforms like CNN, Fox News, NPR, CBS, CNBC, Marketwatch and the Wall Street Journal. She is the author of a best selling book "Retire Rich with Rentals" and is also the host and creator of the podcast The Real Wealth Show with listeners in 133 countries. She has presented at my FIBI Pasadena meeting times numerous and also is a guest speaker at many others. Kathy Fettke: Began her career in broadcasting with a BA in Broadcast Communications from San Francisco State University. She worked in news media, but eventually discovered it wasn't for her. After family hardships, she went from a stay at home mom to a full time investor. She also became a certified personal coach where she educates people on creative financing as well as mindset. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE: The rights and wrongs in real estate How Kathy got started in real estate with a 1031 exchange Why mindset is the key to transformation Wealthy people have a different mindset Understanding the flow of money Are you in your own way Your mindset will set the foundation of your success The healthy benefits of journaling and meditation The importance of facing your fears How to face the next level necessary growth Do you know your other selves and the gifts they have to offer the world What is self reference Why the deeper you go a deeper understanding is required There are many ways to become wealthy and create passive income How to treat real estate like a business What is an entrepreneurs brain Do the opposite of what the headlines tell you to do Are we in a recession Understand what you are buying Listen now and find out how Kathy found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Kathy’s interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Kathy here: Website RealWealth.com Website GrowDevelopments.com

"Use your portfolio of alternative investments to design your income so you can replace your w2 income with income coming from stable assets that go up in value when the market gets afraid, scary or slows down." - Ted Greene Today I am interviewing Ted Greene again, only this time he is sharing his current economic update. He is the Investor Relations Manager at Spartan Investment Group who focuses on acquiring commercial real estate assets. Ted transitioned from equities to real estate after working in the field as a Fiduciary and Investment Advisor. I spoke with Ted at the Best Ever Conference and knew right then that I wanted him to join me on the podcast. I have in the past interviewed Scott Lewis, the CEO & Founder of Spartan as well as the President CIO & Co Founder Ryan Gibson who presented at FIBI Pasadena. Ted Greene: Started in the financial industry right out of college with Merrill & Lynch and after 24 years in the industry he ended that part of his career as a portfolio manager chief compliance officer. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Economist you can rely on Who is David Rosenberg Why is there a lot of new supply coming on board Is luxury development superseding affordable housing What happens during times of contraction How does job participation play a role How long does it take to feel the full effect of Fed increases When will we see the economy slow What is the LEI index Why did the Federal Reserve create a repo market and what does that mean Why are banks no longer selling their loans to the treasury The peak of storage units and its stability in the market How life transitions affect the market What is investors psychology Managing our risk assets Have you designed a stream of income to replace your W2 income Why you need to invest in a variety of asset classes What does all of this mean for residential real estate Listen now and find out how Ted found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Ted's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Ted here: Website Spartan-Investors.com LinkedIn Ted Greene Email Ted@spartan-investors.com

"For me business is personal and they are intertwined so I treat them the same and if I do business with a persona I need to have a personal relationship with them as well." -Linda Lim Today I am interviewing Linda Lim. She is the Founder of Essential Element Capital which is a private property investment company. Her focus is passive income and helping clients reach their financial goals by providing them with win win opportunities. Linda Lim: Was raised in an entrepreneurial family in Indonesia and although their background was in finance, they were not involved in real estate. She received her MBA in finance and then went on to become a financial advisor, but in the 2008 crash she pivoted and jumped full time into entrepreneurship. She now invests and works out of state in Arizona and also has offices in Nevada and Texas where she helps investors attain financial independence. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE: How did Linda get involved in financial industry Working in a financial institution How Linda eventually began a career in real estate What is Essential Element Capital The transition to commercial real estate Why Linda began investing out of state The importance of shadowing people Linda's secret sauce of interpersonal relations Always be a student Using compassion to your advantage Making long lasting connections Why business is personal Know Like and Trust The pros of having an entrepreneurial background Getting comfortable with your investments How to be fluid and open to solutions Trust yourself or the market How to move forward after a loss What does financial freedom mean Listen now and find out how Linda found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Linda's interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Linda here: Website EssentialElementCapital.com Email linda@essentialelementcapital.com

#166: Scott Lewis- Maintaining a Company Culture in The World of Self Storage “If you're honest with yourself, work diligently towards that goal and are disciplined, I think the wealth and the finance stuff will be a manifestation of being true to yourself.” -Scott Lewis Today I am interviewing Scott Lewis. He is the Co Founder and CEO of Spartan Investments Group and is responsible for the strategic direction of the company. Before entering into real estate, Scott worked in the biotech industry in regional sales and also held positions of management for the federal government. Scott has been a guest on my podcast in the past and you can find that segment here. Scott Lewis: Did not enter real estate in the traditional sense, but was a framer in high school and developed a skill for building. That skill aided him as a flipper as he was just entering the world of real estate. After flipping he started investing in the self storage space and later on founded Spartan Investment Group. Scott was also an active duty US army Infantry Officer. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Scott’s introduction into real estate From flipping to self storage Why Spartan choose to invest in self storage How saturated is that particular asset class The rise of self storage as an asset class The smaller the asset the higher the competition Doors vs square footage What to look for when investing in self storage Developing standards as an entrepreneur Creating the ultimate company culture How to develop a growth mindset What does it mean to be a good leader Using your natural talents and grit to solve problems Ask the question, how do you make decisions Due you due diligence Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke Listen now and find out how Scott found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Scott’s interview on Youtube here. Find out more about Scott here: Website Spartan-Investors.com