Global Investors: Investing in U.S. Real Estate

In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Manish Pushye shares how investing in small retail plazas became a core part of his long-term wealth strategy. From using real estate as an insurance policy against business risk to explaining why triple-net strip centers offer stable cash flow and flexibility, this conversation breaks down the mindset, structures, and lessons entrepreneurs need to build durable, diversified portfoli...

Most real estate investors focus on rent increases, but the hidden metric that drives apartment profits is tenant renewal rate.

In this Strategy Saturday episode, Charles Carillo breaks down what tenant renewal rate is, how to calculate it, and why tenant retention often matters more than raising rents. With the average U.S. apartment renewal rate sitting around 54%, tenant turnover is quietly costing owners thousands per unit each...

Mortgage note investing is becoming one of the most powerful alternatives to rental properties in today’s inflationary market. In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Eddie Speed explains why being the bank can be more profitable than being a landlord.

With rising interest rates, shrinking rental cash flow, and negative leverage hitting real estate investors, traditional rental strategies no longer work the way they used t...

What is a surety bond in real estate, and why is it NOT insurance? Most people misunderstand how surety bonds actually work and that confusion can lead to costly mistakes in real estate deals.

In this video, we break down surety bonds in real estate in simple terms. You’ll learn how surety bonds work, who they protect, and why they’re required for real estate developers, property managers, and licensed professionals. We also expla...

In GI339 of the Global Investors Podcast, host Charles Carillo sits down with Nic DeAngelo, CEO of Saint Investment Group, to break down mortgage note investing, non-performing loans (NPLs), and how investors can generate consistent passive income through real estate debt.

In this episode, you’ll learn: • What mortgage note investing is and how it works • Why non-performing loans offer unique downside protection • How low loan-t...

In this Strategy Saturday episode, Charles Carillo breaks down the 5-step value add multifamily process used to increase apartment NOI and transform underperforming apartment complexes into higher-value assets.

Value add apartment investing is not just about renovating units and raising rents. True value is created by improving operations, fixing deferred maintenance, stabilizing tenant relationships, and executing renovations in t...

In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, host Charles Carillo speaks with Luke Leins, SVP of Business Development at ResProp Management, about what truly drives success—or failure—in apartment property management.

Drawing from experience managing over 23,000 multifamily units, Luke explains why property management is one of the most overlooked yet most critical drivers of NOI. The discussion covers multifamily property mana...

Why are millennials and Gen Z choosing rent over homeownership—and why is this shift reshaping the U.S. housing market?

For decades, owning a home was considered the American Dream. Today, that narrative is changing. Younger generations are delaying or completely bypassing homeownership, not because they’ve failed—but because the math, lifestyle, and priorities have changed.

In this Strategy Saturday episode, we break down the demo...

Real Estate Investing for Beginners with Marco Pfeiffer is a deep-dive masterclass into how an everyday W2 earner can build a profitable rental portfolio, scale across multiple states, and eventually achieve financial independence through smart, long-term real estate investing.

Marco shares his complete journey, from immigrating to the U.S. with no network and working his way up to CFO, to losing his job in 2016 and realizing he ne...

What is RUBS in real estate, and how does the Ratio Utility Billing System actually work in multifamily properties? In this video, we break down RUBS utilities explained in simple terms and show how landlords split utilities when a property is not submetered. If you invest in rental property utilities, multifamily property management, or real estate operating expenses, understanding RUBS is essential.

RUBS is a utility billing meth...

If you’ve ever wondered why mobile home real estate outperforms traditional rentals, this conversation will change how you think about affordable housing. In today’s episode, Jack Martin, co-founder and CIO of 52TEN, breaks down the true economics behind mobile home parks, why tenant-owned homes create unmatched stability, and how institutional capital is reshaping this niche asset class.

Jack manages 1,800+ lots across five states...

If you’re flipping houses or trying to fund your next real estate project, hard money loans can give you access to fast capital without relying on your credit score, tax returns, or bank approval. In this video, we break down exactly how hard money loans work, why flippers use them, and the step-by-step process of getting approved.

You’ll learn how asset-based underwriting works, how private lenders evaluate deals, and what separat...

In this episode, Chad Ackerman breaks down how he went from a 25+ year W2 career to building financial freedom through passive real estate investing. After years of chasing single-family flips, rentals, and wholesale deals, he discovered the power of becoming a limited partner in commercial real estate—and everything changed.

Chad shares how he built multiple income streams, liquidated his 401(k), cofounded one of the nation’s fast...

How do landlords make extra money beyond monthly rent? In this video, we break down 10 hidden revenue streams inside multifamily apartment buildings that most investors overlook. If you want to increase multifamily income, boost rental property cash flow, and maximize profits without raising rent, this breakdown will show you exactly where the real opportunities are.

Many multifamily owners rely only on rent checks, but the most pr...

In this episode, Charles Carillo sits down with Ian Colville, Founder & Managing Partner of Carpathian Capital Management, to break down one of the most unique paths into U.S. real estate investing, starting in emerging markets, navigating international crises, and ultimately building a multi-million-dollar residential development platform in the United States.

Ian shares how a decade in Russia and the CIS shaped his crisis-inv...

Tenant fraud is no longer rare—it’s guaranteed if you manage rental properties long enough. In this episode, Charles Carillo breaks down the exact tricks fraudulent tenants use, why rental application fraud has exploded since COVID, and the proven steps landlords can take to stop it before handing over the keys.

You’ll learn how to identify fake documents, false employer claims, fabricated income, stolen identities, and the red fla...

In this episode, Anne Curry shares how she went from earning $5/hour as a preschool teacher to owning 300+ real estate units, using a simple formula: ordinary income + extraordinary conviction + time. Her journey reveals what’s truly possible with mentorship, affordable housing strategy, and the BRRRR method, even in today’s market.

You’ll learn how Anne scaled from single-family homes to multifamily, how she took down a 60-unit v...

Bad tenants can destroy your profit, your property, and your peace of mind. In this episode, Charles Carillo reveals exactly how to avoid bad tenants before they ever move in, using proven tenant screening systems that have kept his multifamily business profitable and stress-free since 2006.

You’ll learn the step-by-step tenant screening process used by top landlords: from background checks and income verification to lease design, ...

Thinking about building passive income through multifamily investing but not sure where to start? In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, host Charles Carillo sits down with Casey Stratton, a General Partner on more than $200 million worth of real estate assets, to break down exactly how to invest in value-add multifamily apartments the right way.

Casey shares his full journey from being laid off during the Great Recession...