First Gen Real Estate Podcast

In this episode of the First Gen Real Estate Podcast, our guest, TJ Burns, takes us on his journey from an engineer to a successful real estate investor. TJ shares his initial desire for more and his longing to be his own boss and attain financial freedom while working his engineering job. This desire led him to explore real estate to create wealth.

Tj dissects some key syndication aspects, including due diligence, natural disaster...

In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the world of commercial real estate with Jerry Miller, a seasoned IT consultant turned commercial real estate investor. Jerry shares his fascinating journey from traditional investments, such as 401Ks, to high-risk, high-reward opportunities in commercial real estate. 

Jerry guides us through the complex process of valuing commercial properties. He stresses that commercial real estate di...

We all have different views on wealth and retirement but think about retiring on your terms. Avishkar explains how he switched from trading time for money to time maximization. He talks about how passive assets like real estate and 401ks can make your money work for you while you sleep. Avishkar emphasizes the necessity of having time and money freedom to grab growth opportunities, creating a refreshing retirement picture.

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Find out how a military officer grapples with a colossal student loan debt and then magically transforms it into a 90-million-dollar real estate portfolio. 

Tim Little, a former serviceman who did just that, lifts the curtain on the intriguing world of multifamily syndications and passive investing. He takes us through the roadblocks he faced in his early days, like dealing with inherited tenants and property managers, and how he g...

Starting at 17, Paul delved into real estate and entrepreneurship, growing his portfolio from a single-unit property to managing over $90 million in assets. He shares the importance of reinvesting profits, giving us a glimpse into his strategy that led to such exponential growth. From his first daring venture of buying a marina to transitioning into multi-unit properties, Paul’s journey is a fascinating study of determination, resi...

Today, we're welcoming the formidable Rose Olmos, a resilient immigrant who turned her fortunes around by diving into the world of real estate investment. Rose's story is a testament to the power of grit, determination, and tenacity of the immigrant mindset. She takes us through her journey, from the tough decision to sell her business and start afresh to her struggles to keep afloat while building a real estate empire.

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In this episode, we have a special guest, Aaron Yassin, Award-winning Architectural Designer and the Director of Operations at Hive Developers. He is an expert in ground-up condominium development in Brooklyn, New York. Aaron shares his insights on creating sustainable, energy-efficient buildings that add value and appeal to investors. He also reveals the challenges and risks of investing in older buildings, and how to overcome the...

Have you ever been enticed by the freedom, stability, and profits of real estate investing? Set sail and venture into the captivating life journey of Scott Kidd, a former yacht captain who has successfully navigated the choppy waters of passive real estate investing. Hailing from the sunny shores of Jamaica, Scott's tale is one of fascinating twists and turns. He shares insights from his 20-year career in the yacht industry bef...

Have you ever wondered how to juggle a W2 job while diving into the world of real estate investment? Our guest, William Hollis, principal of 24 Capital Group, bravely ventured into this path, overcoming his fears and hurdles, and eventually found his way to success. William, a software engineer by trade, discovered the potent power of relationship-building in the real estate investment scene. From sourcing deals and liaising with c...

Are you ready to leap into the world of real estate investing? We had an enlightening chat with Bryan Escudero, the dynamic president of First Gen Foundations. He revealed how he leaped media into the real estate world, and it's an inspiring journey. He shared how he bought his first duplex in Tennessee and built a portfolio of 55 properties in just a year, an asset base worth over 8 million dollars!

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What if the technology you rely on daily was suddenly stripped away? Louis O’Connor, founder and principal of Strategic Metals Invest, reveals the surprising significance of an unseen element we take for granted: rare earth metals. These 17 strategic metals, essential to our tech-dependent lifestyles, underline the creation of smartphones, electric cars, solar power systems, and even permanent magnets.

Louis unpacks the complexiti...

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of conversing with Jeff Greenberg, a savvy real estate expert who made the daring jump from investing in single-family homes to commercial real estate. He shares his wealth of insights on private equity, revealing the intricacies of single-sponsor funds and funds that invest in other deals. By the end of our conversation, you'll have a clear understanding of these complex topics and ...

What if you could invest in real estate, savor the benefits of a steady income stream, and enjoy free vacations? Join us as we converse with Trevor Scelso, a mortgage broker turned short-term rental expert, who did just that. Trevor takes us on a vivid journey, recounting his initial trials and tribulations while navigating the complex terrain of short-term rentals. He also opens up about some early missteps and how understanding t...

Are you ready to unlock the power of leverage? Join me today with our esteemed guest, John Laine, to discover the Five Laws of Leverage and how they can help you achieve the lifestyle of your dreams. John shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, starting with his very first business at just 11 years old, and emphasizes the importance of communication – the most crucial of the five laws.

Together, we delve into the significanc...

Ever wondered how to transition from residential to industrial real estate investing and scale up your portfolio? Today's episode features an exclusive conversation with Deren Huang, a successful real estate investor who has bought over a hundred residential units in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and now owns over a hundred thousand square feet of triple net space.

Deren shares his journey and valuable insights on scaling up from single-fam...

Imagine escaping your home country as a young child, overcoming countless obstacles, and eventually building a real estate portfolio worth over 100 million dollars. This is the remarkable story of our guest Jonathan Wei, an Asian immigrant who came to the US with dreams of a better future. Listen in as Jonathan takes us through his incredible journey from a CPA to a successful commercial real estate investor, demonstrating the powe...

In this episode, Joseph Fang shares his journey toward achieving financial freedom and what he did when he achieved it. 

Through a diverse range of investments, including real estate syndication, Joe successfully realized his dreams. However, it's not merely about the monetary gains for Joe. 

In this heartfelt conversation, Joe talks about the driving force behind his interest in investing and reveals the core reasons that prop...

In this episode, we talk with Kenny Johnson about his fascinating journey into the world of real estate investing. We dive into the story behind how he found his passion for this industry and the steps he took to transition from being an employee to a successful investor.

Taking action is a crucial aspect of Kenny's story, and we discuss how he seized opportunities in the real estate market. We also talk about the importance of...

In today's episode, we embark on a journey of foresight and discovery. In our pursuit of accurate projections to gain a high level of confidence in the numbers we have, our team set out to tackle the challenge of projecting utility bills. We talk about how we obtained the necessary data to use in our projections. You'll see that the key to our success in this specific area is similar to how we handled previous hurdles discu...