Jake and Gino Multifamily Investing Entrepreneurs
Welcome to Jake and Gino's podcast, where we cut through the noise of entrepreneurship and real estate investing. If you're a forward-thinking individual, eager to take the plunge into the business or multifamily real estate investing world, then this is the show for you! Here, you'll discover invaluable insights from industry leaders who have walked the path and made their marks. Every episode is a mini masterclass, covering topics like startup growth, venture capital, business acquisitions, and real estate market cycles. But it's not all roses - we also delve into the hard truths of entrepreneurship and investing, sharing the hurdles, pitfalls, and challenges you're likely to encounter, and strategies on how to navigate them. Thinking about partnering with us? This podcast is a sneak peek into our ethos and approach. We believe in turning real-world experiences into tangible lessons, and it's this ethos that guides our mentorship programs. Whether you're planning to dive into multifamily real estate investing or expand your business horizons, our show provides the knowledge and inspiration you need to make those dreams a reality. Join Jake and Gino on this journey and let's transform your entrepreneurial and investing landscape together! Also included under The Jake & Gino umbrella: The Julia & Gino Show: Where Business Meets Family. This couple explores the harmony of relationships, communication, and business success How To: A concise video series guiding aspiring individuals towards financial freedom through multiple passive income streams and generational wealth via multifamily real estate investing. Movers and Shakers: Gino Barbaro features Jake & Gino students who are successfully navigating multifamily real estate deals. Our mission is to create Multifamily Entrepreneurs!
Episodes
We discuss the critical roles you need to fill—from property management to bookkeeping—and share the painful (and expensive) lessons learned from waiting too long to hire. Stop working in your business and start working on it.
Key Takeaways:
✅ The "I'ma" Mentality: Why doing everything yourself will cap your growth and lead to burnout.
✅ The 3-Month Test: A simple formula to determine if you can afford your first hire without breaking...
We also debate the pros and cons of traditional retirement planning versus active real estate investing. Is the "4% Rule" a path to freedom or just a way to ration your life away? Jake and Gino share their unique approach to multifamily investing, profit per unit (PPU), and why managing debt is the key to surviving market downturns.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Fiduciary vs. Non-Fiduciary: Why most advisors are like "Supercuts" employees pushing...
Discover how LeaseLock is helping owners and operators maximize performance in every market cycle by rethinking the traditional security deposit.
Key Takeaways:
✅ The Rise of Resident-Centricity: The multifamily industry has shifted from a "show me the money" approach to prioritizing customer service and resident retention, especially in a competitive market with increasing supply.
✅ The Accidental Economist: Greg's journey into multi...
It's not as easy as social media influencers make it seem. You need a solid framework: Buy Right, Manage Right, and Finance Right. We explore the critical questions you must ask yourself before diving in: Are you buying a job or a business? Are you looking for cash flow or a big exit? And most importantly, are you prepared for the day-to-day grind of management?
We also discuss why "boring" industries like home services (think gutte...
If you’ve been sidelined the past few years, this episode will show you exactly how to get back into the multifamily game with a smarter, longer-term mindset—even in today’s challenging market.
Multifamily investing has felt dark and uncertain—with rising rates, falling rents, and shrinking deal flow—but Gino Barbaro breaks down why this is actually the setup for the next wave of opportunity. In this episode, you’ll learn how to get...
Raising capital with confidence isn’t just about finding investors—it’s about doing it legally and sleeping at night. In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino sits down with securities attorney Darin Mangum, “America’s premier securities lawyer,” to unpack how to raise capital with confidence while avoiding SEC trouble, bad structures, and nightmare investors.
Whether you’re a first-time syndicator or scaling your private e...
If you’ve ever struggled with overcoming procrastination in real estate, this video is your roadmap. Gino Barbaro breaks down how to shift from hesitation to massive action using simple, proven frameworks inspired by Jim Rohn and Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning.
In this lesson, Gino shares the exact three-step system that helped him move from procrastination to perseverance—both in business and life. You’ll learn how to break down overw...
Is the future of natural gas actually brighter than we’re being told? In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino and Jake sit down with Jay Bhatty, founder and CEO of NetGasHub.com, to unpack how data, pipelines, and smart policy are reshaping the future of natural gas in a world obsessed with renewables, AI, and exploding energy demand.
Jay explains why the U.S. is the “Saudi Arabia of natural gas” and how that advantage imp...
Why do most people fail at multifamily investing? In this episode, Jake & Gino co-founder Gino Barbaro breaks down the real reasons aspiring investors never close their first multifamily deal. It’s not the lack of money — it’s the mindset. From limiting beliefs about wealth to the fear of taking action, this video reveals what’s truly holding you back from multifamily success.
Gino shares the powerful mindset shifts and real-world...
Wall Street noise is loud—Barry Ritholtz shows you How Not to Invest. In this episode, we cut through models, headlines, and hype to focus on the few decisions that actually compound.
Barry shares a practical framework for decision-making grounded in behavioral finance: why models are “wrong but useful,” how to build a checklist to filter signal from noise, and why broad indexing should anchor most portfolios. We dig into direct i...
Everyone talks about building generational wealth in real estate, but few truly understand how to create a lasting legacy that outlives them. In this powerful episode, Gino Barbaro reveals the mindset and strategies behind building generational wealth in real estate — not just by owning assets, but by teaching the next generation to become financial stewards.
Drawing from years of experience and interviews with legendary investors...
Looking for a real plan for Multifamily Investing in 2025? Investor and operator Kent Ritter breaks down what’s working now—Midwest focus, public-private partnerships, and bringing management in-house.
In this episode, Kent explains how operators are adapting Multifamily Investing in 2025 to tighter debt markets and slower deal flow. We dive into why he pivoted from C-class value-add to newer assets and development, how TIF bonds ...
Want to scale your real estate portfolio the right way? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the most important Multifamily KPIs that determine whether your deals are thriving or barely surviving. From Profit Per Unit (PPU) to delinquency rates and work order management, Gino explains how these key metrics turn a collection of properties into a sustainable business.
Learn how to apply Multifamily KPIs to measure success lik...
Want to break into CRE the right way? How to Become a Commercial Real Estate Broker—with real training, content strategy, and deal-making—starts here.
In this episode, Joe Killinger (Commercial Brokers International) breaks down how to become a commercial real estate broker and actually stick with it. We cover the first 90 days of training, the skills that matter (listening > pitching), and how content marketing (YouTube, LinkedIn, ...
Are you wondering how to buy multifamily in this market cycle? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down exactly how to find, evaluate, and close multifamily deals in Q4 2025 — even as rents soften and financing tightens.
Learn how to analyze your local market cycle, understand shifting rent trends, and identify opportunities while others sit on the sidelines. Gino shares three proven steps for buying your next multifamily property:...
Developers are squeezing more value from tighter sites—Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily can make the deal pencil. Klaus Multiparking’s Chris Tiessen breaks down costs, timelines, and real-world ROI.
In this conversation, we explore how Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily unlock density, revenue, and approvals when conventional parking won’t fit. Chris explains the major system types (independent stackers, puzzle par...
The government shutdown and multifamily real estate market are more connected than you think. In this How-To episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down how a government shutdown can ripple through your investments — from USDA and Section 8 properties to loan processing delays and market uncertainty
When the government halts operations, multifamily investors can face serious ripple effects — delayed rent subsidies, halted USDA loans, and ner...
You’ll learn why Kent chose individual investors over institutions, how he raised his first $1.5M for a 30-unit development, and the systems (EOS, vertical integration) that helped deliver consistent performance—averaging 19.7% annually across realized deals. We compare Institutional vs Individual Real Estate Investors on speed, control, red tape, and relationship capital, and dig into current market dynamics: 2024’s supply bulge, ...
If you’ve ever wondered how to raise capital for real estate investing, this episode breaks it all down. Jake & Gino co-founder Gino Barbaro shares a step-by-step guide to mastering the art of raising money—from your very first deal to becoming an expert capital raiser. Whether you’re funding your first duplex or managing millions in multifamily, this episode will help you raise capital with confidence and integrity.
In this How To...
Want a clear read on 2025 Hiring Trends from someone who’s placed talent nationwide for 20+ years? Frontline Source Group CEO Bill Kasko joins Jake & Gino to unpack the real shifts behind AI, return-to-office, and why employers reclaimed leverage since late 2024.
We break down how the market flipped post-September 2024 and what that means for offers, counteroffers, and retention. Bill explains why workforce participation, aging dem...
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