Transitioning from out-of-state investing to local Twin Cities assets
Investing in 1–4 unit properties while maintaining a full-time job
Structuring your investing strategy around your time and energy
Using data and past experience to sharpen investment analysis
How macroeconomic trends (like tariffs) impact local REI decisions
In TCREI Show #25, we’re joined by Matt Schober, a real estate investor and tech consultant based in St. Paul. Matt started investing right after college — buying out-of-state properties — and quickly got the real estate bug. Since returning to Minnesota, he’s built a diverse portfolio of 1–4 unit properties around Minneapolis.
Now running a tech-focused consulting business, Matt has become more intentional with how he invests. He shares how he transitioned his portfolio from out of state to local assets, what he's learned from analyzing past wins and misses, and how he balances wealth-building with professional priorities. Toward the end of the episode, Tim and Adam dig into macroeconomic trends — including recent tariff news — and explore what it could mean for investors in the Twin Cities.
Guest InfoMatt Schober Real Estate Investor | Tech Consultant Based in St. Paul, Minnesota Owner of multiple 1–4 unit rental properties in Minneapolis
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Resources & LinksContact Adam: Adam@UpsidePropertySales.com
Contact Tim: Tim@TimSwierczek.com
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About the ShowThe Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show is hosted by Tim Swierczek, a mortgage expert with over 22 years of experience and 2,000+ loans closed, and Adam Tafel, a top-producing Realtor and Twin Cities investor. Each week, they dive into real-world investing strategies, share local market insights, and interview active investors to help you grow your portfolio — one smart decision at a time.
Meet Your HostsTim Swierczek Mortgage Loan Officer | Real Estate Investor Specializing in house hacking, investment lending, and creative finance Based in the Twin Cities Apply with Tim | Book a Call Email: Tim@TimSwierczek.com
Adam Tafel Realtor | Real Estate Investor Helping clients buy, sell, and invest in Twin Cities real estate Based in Highland Park Book a Call Email: Adam@UpsidePropertySales.com
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