Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Movers and Shakers podcast! This week, Gino Barbaro is joined by Jeff Davis, a powerhouse investor who transformed his life post-Hurricane Katrina. From starting as a data entry clerk to building a massive 952-unit multifamily portfolio, Jeff shares his incredible journey, strategies, and lessons learned.

In this episode, Jeff dives into:
- Scaling from multifamily to self-storage investments
- Leveraging the "Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right" framework
- Building broker relationships and using CRM for deal flow
- The power of conservative underwriting and why no deal is better than a bad deal
- His future goals of leading million-dollar deals annually

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned investor, Jeff's story is packed with actionable insights and motivation to help you scale your real estate journey. Don't miss this episode!

00:00 - Introduction

03:12 - How Jeff Transitioned from Multifamily to Self-Storage

05:10 - Joining Jake & Gino: Avoiding Bad Deals with Expert Guidance

10:40 - The Deal That Changed Everything: Seller Financing & Off-Market Strategies

21:47 - Tips for New Investors to Take Action Today

24:10 - Jeff’s Five-Year Vision and Scaling Bridgestone Investments

25:00 - Gino Wraps it Up

Connect with Jeff Davis:

Email: Jeff.Davis@BridgestoneInvest.com

Phone: 281-904-2275

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Welcome to this insightful video on how to find an amazing business partner while avoiding common pitfalls! Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, shares his personal journey of partnership struggles and successes. From identifying core values to fostering accountability and avoiding red flags, Gino reveals actionable tips and life lessons to help you form partnerships that thrive.

Learn how Gino turned past partnership failures into stepping stones for building a powerhouse team with Jake Stenziano. Discover why aligning on values, maintaining accountability, and being solutions-oriented are critical to achieving long-term success.

Key Topics Covered:
- The importance of values-based decision-making
- Lessons from failed partnerships (the "Dream Team" experience)
- How Gino and Jake created a winning partnership
- Actionable advice for finding and being a great partner

Stick around to learn how to avoid common partnership pitfalls, embrace solutions-oriented thinking, and unlock the secrets to lasting business relationships.

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Welcome to another Jake & Gino How-To video! In today’s episode, Gino Barbaro dives deep into the world of multifamily financing, revealing top strategies for financing your next multifamily deal. If you're a beginner or looking to level up your real estate financing knowledge, this is a must-watch!

What You'll Learn:

• The key differences between financing multifamily vs. residential properties
• Gino’s go-to financing methods: seller financing, community banks, credit unions, agency loans, and syndication
• Tips to build strong partnerships with banks and leverage their insight to vet your deals

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Welcome to the Jake & Gino Podcast! Today, Jake and Gino sit down with business mogul Sean Connolly, who shares his journey from burnout to building multiple successful businesses—including a $90 million virtual assistant company, Scale Virtually. Sean dives into how he transitioned from hands-on management to a systems-based approach, allowing him to work just one hour a day on several thriving companies!

In this episode, Sean reveals the process behind scaling a business with virtual assistants, the importance of building systems, and the role of process engineers in freeing up time for high-level growth. This conversation is packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to optimize their time, scale their operations, or break free from the day-to-day grind. Whether you’re a real estate investor or business owner, Sean’s advice on leveraging VAs, AI, and other tools is invaluable!

Topics Discussed:

• Introduction and Background - Sean’s path from IT and sales to online marketing and real estate investments.
• Building a Remote Workforce - How Scale Virtually operates with top-level VAs trained for maximum efficiency.
• Importance of Systems and Processes - Transitioning to systematized workflows with Six Sigma methodologies.
• Real Estate Business Management - Sean’s approach to managing multifamily properties and the role of VAs in maintenance coordination.
• The Power of Delegation - Why delegating to VAs has transformed Sean’s business life and tips on letting go of control.
• Implementing AI - Where AI fits in today’s business operations and how it complements VAs.
• Advice for Multifamily Investors - Essential roles for VAs in scaling real estate portfolios.
• Closing Thoughts - Building businesses with sustainable, scalable systems.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

08:59 - Understanding the Real Estate Business as a “Second Business”

19:28 - Exploring Maintenance Coordination Through Virtual Staffing

33:10 - Real-World Examples of VAs Saving Time and Money

40:01 - AI vs. Virtual Assistants: When to Leverage Each

46:20 - Gino Wraps it Up

Guest Contact Information:

• Email: sean@scalevirtually.com
• Website: Scale Virtually – where you can learn more about Sean’s business and schedule an appointment directly.

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/

In this episode of the Movers and Shakers Podcast, host Gino Barbaro speaks with Antone Heyward, an inspiring multifamily investor and former IT professional who transitioned from a corporate career to real estate. Antone shares how he realized that a traditional job alone couldn’t bring him the financial freedom he sought. After joining the Jake and Gino community, Antone made strides in multifamily investing, building wealth through joint ventures and syndications. Now, he's focused on creating legacy wealth, not just for himself, but for his family and community.

Tune in to hear Antone’s story of growth, the mindset shifts that made it possible, and actionable steps on how to begin building wealth in real estate.

Key Highlights:

• Introduction and Antone’s career shift from IT to real estate
• The catalyst that drove Antone to seek financial independence
• Insights into joint ventures, syndications, and multifamily investments
• Overcoming fears and mindset shifts in transitioning to multifamily
• Antone’s future goals and vision for creating legacy wealth

Whether you're an aspiring real estate investor or considering a career change, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for achieving financial independence. Don’t miss out on Antone's powerful story!

Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 01:29 - Why Antone Chose Multifamily Real Estate
• 04:36 - Gino’s Perspective on Job Loyalty and the Importance of Side Hustles
• 06:00 - Challenges in Scaling from Single-Family to Multifamily Investments
• 08:41 - The “Buy Right, Finance Right, Manage Right” Framework
• 12:37 - Antone’s Leap of Faith: Leaving His Corporate Job
• 14:04 - Overcoming the “Too Young, Too Old” Excuse
• 23:34 - Syndication vs. Joint Ventures: Antone’s Approach
• 25:41 - Antone’s 3-5 Year Vision for Legacy Wealth and Community Impact
• 27:29 - How to Connect with Antone Heyward on LinkedIn and Reignite Capital
• 27:53 - Gino Wraps it Up

Guest Contact Information:

• LinkedIn: Antone Heyward
• Website: RE-Ignite Capital – where you can schedule an appointment with Antone directly.

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/

In this episode, Gino Barbaro from Jake and Gino dives deep into the art of building wealth through real estate. Starting as a pizza guy in a family business, Gino reveals the lessons, mistakes, and strategies that transformed his life and brought him financial freedom. Tune in as Gino breaks down how real estate can be more than just an investment—it can be your path to legacy wealth.

Topics Covered:

• Defining “rich” and how it evolves with financial freedom
• Viewing real estate as a business, not just an investment
• The magic of cash flow and equity for lasting wealth
• Leveraging tax benefits and cost segregation
• Developing patience in the real estate journey
• Networking, partnerships, and the power of community

Why Subscribe? Get exclusive content, insider tips, and live master classes with Gino and experts. Join a community dedicated to achieving financial independence through multifamily real estate investing. Don’t miss out!

Watch till the end for Gino’s blueprint to success in real estate, complete with tips on networking, reinvesting, and achieving financial freedom!

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/

Jay Parsons dissects the complex dynamics of rent control policies and reveals why they may actually hurt the very people they aim to protect. From the supply-and-demand equation to strategies for creating affordable housing solutions, this conversation sheds light on the factors shaping today’s rental market. If you’re an investor, landlord, or simply curious about the rental housing market, this episode is packed with insights on navigating today’s economic challenges.

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 01:03 - The Rent Control Debate: Economists’ Perspectives
• 03:34 - Building More vs. Rent Control
• 11:13 - Affordable Housing in High-Cost Areas
• 17:35 - Foreclosures and Debt Distress in Multifamily Real Estate
• 28:08 - Risks in Tertiary Markets and Asset Quality
• 30:52 - Advice for LPs and Investors in Today’s Market
• 35:31 - Build-to-Rent: Jay’s Thoughts on This Growing Sector
• 45:02 - Supply Forecast: When Will More Deals Hit the Market?

Follow Jay Parsons on LinkedIn for more thought-provoking data and analysis on the housing market.

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/