In Episode 10 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we dive deep into the multifamily real estate world with Gary Lipsky, an experienced investor, podcast host, and best-selling author of Best in Class and Invest Smart. Gary shares his entrepreneurial journey, insights on spotting red flags in deals, and lessons from building a $250M portfolio. From his early mistakes as a passive investor to becoming an authority on asset management, Gary’s story offers invaluable takeaways for aspiring multifamily investors.

What You’ll Learn:

• Key red flags to avoid as a passive investor.
• The role of asset management in maximizing returns.
• How to build trust and grow an investor base through authenticity.

Episode Highlights:
[00:00:00] – Introduction: Meet Gary Lipsky.
[00:05:45] – How early investing missteps shaped Gary’s strategy.
[00:13:30] – Importance of focused markets in multifamily success.
[00:20:12] – Empowering property management teams for optimal performance.
[00:28:45] – Tips on capital raising and building a trusted network.
[00:33:00] – Gary’s secret to sustained growth: Kaizen and quality.

Ways to Connect with Gary Lipsky:

• Website: breakofdaycapital.com
• LinkedIn: Gary Lipsky on LinkedIn
• Instagram: @garylipsky
• Podcast: Asset Management Mastery

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In Episode 9 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we talk multifamily real estate with Lane Kawaoka, who has scaled his portfolio to $2.8 billion in assets under management. Lane shares his journey from working in engineering to becoming a full-time real estate investor. Discover why he transitioned from single-family homes to multifamily investments and the strategies he used to grow his portfolio.

Lane dives into the importance of scalability, finding the right partners, and building long-term wealth in real estate. This episode is packed with valuable insights for investors looking to transition from smaller investments to large-scale portfolios.

What You’ll Learn:

• Lane’s path from engineering to full-time real estate investing.
• How he scaled from single-family rentals to multifamily assets worth $2.8 billion.
• The importance of building a network of accredited investors.
• Tips for raising capital and forming strategic partnerships.
• Why multifamily investing is a key strategy for financial independence.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:00:00] – Introduction: Lane’s background and experience.
• [00:02:15] – Transition to Real Estate: From engineering to investing.
• [00:05:40] – Single-Family Challenges: Why scalability matters.
• [00:10:25] – Moving to Multifamily: Scaling the portfolio.
• [00:18:00] – Networking for Success: Building connections with accredited investors.
• [00:21:30] – Partnering Up: Specializing in syndication roles.
• [00:25:45] – Raising Capital: Tips and strategies for building an investor base.
• [00:33:15] – Market Cycles: Insights on navigating real estate markets.
• [00:36:10] – Closing and Contact Info: How to reach Lane.

Ways to Connect with Lane Kawaoka:

Websites: The Wealth Elevator
LinkedIn: Lane Kawaoka
Instagram: Lane Kawaoka
Podcast: The Wealth Elevator

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• Skool Community: Multifamily Mastery Hub
• Website: Stephen Lee-Thomas Capital
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenleethomas/
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In Episode 8 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we talk multifamily real estate with Jorge Abreu, who scaled his portfolio to $650M in assets. He shares how he transitioned from single-family homes to multifamily and why shifting from a “do-it-all” mentality to delegation was crucial for his success.

Jorge discusses vetting partners, the benefits of multifamily investing, and navigating today’s market. If you want to scale your business or grow from small investments to large portfolios, this episode is full of valuable insights.

What You’ll Learn:

• Jorge’s journey from single-family homes to multifamily investing.
• The mindset shift that helped him delegate and scale to $650M AUM.
• Why the right partners are key to long-term success.
• Tips for balancing business growth and family life.
• Why now is a good time to invest in real estate.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:00:00] – Introduction: Jorge’s background and experience.
• [00:02:30] – Balancing Business and Family: Prioritizing family while scaling.
• [00:05:15] – Delegation: Empowering the team.
• [00:10:45] – Why Multifamily?: Why he switched to multifamily.
• [00:15:30] – Vetting Partners: Choosing the right business partners.
• [00:20:40] – Advice for New Investors: Tips for beginners.
• [00:30:00] – Becoming a Solid Operator: Importance of strong operations.
• [00:45:00] – Market Outlook: Current real estate opportunities.
• [00:50:00] – Closing and Contact Info: How to reach Jorge.

Ways to Connect with Jorge Abreu:

Websites:
Real Estate
Construction
Property Management

Facebook account:
Jorge Abreu
Elevate CIG

Instagram account:
Jorge Abreu
Elevate CIG

Elevate YouTube Channel:
Elevate CIG

LinkedIn account:
Jorge Arbeu
Elevate CIG

TikTok:
Jorge Arbeu

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