In this episode, we sit down with Danny Flores, a seasoned professional in real estate and commercial syndication. Danny shares his inspiring journey from construction to multifamily real estate syndication, offering listeners insight into his career shift, starting from owning a fourplex to syndicating large-scale commercial properties.

Throughout the episode, Danny discusses the power of passive investing and the benefits of syndication, especially for busy professionals who want to build wealth without managing properties themselves. He explains how syndications work, touching on financing strategies, managing tenant relationships, and his success in Arizona’s thriving real estate market.

Listeners will also gain valuable advice on scaling investments, handling property renovations, and understanding how to keep projects profitable in today's market. Tune in to hear how Danny combines his background in construction and finance to create winning investment opportunities for his clients.

Danny Flores is the Principal of Prime Capital Investments and other various entities within the Real Estate arena. He spent 16 years in the building industry, from building single-family homes to heavy construction, building roadways, and waterways. He possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in General Financial Management from University of Southern California. He worked for Bank of the West, syndicating loans in the Middle Market arena. He has been buying multifamily assets since 2000, where he has had numerous projects go full cycle successfully.

Learn more and reach out to Danny:
Web: https://www.primecapi.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyflores1/

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In this episode of Pivot to Prosperity, host Ginny chats with Nishant Sondhi, the visionary founder and managing principal of Sondhi Capital Group. With over a decade of experience in sales, Nishant shares his journey from coming to the U.S. in 2019 and becoming a real estate broker in New York City to becoming a successful real estate fund manager during and after Covid. The experience with Covid in Brooklyn almost made him give up and return to India, but he did not. He discusses the importance of due diligence, the shift from broker to investor, and how local market knowledge gave him the edge to break through and succeed as an investor.

Nishant opens up about the challenges of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, how it became a pivotal moment in his career, and the mindset required to persevere through tough times as a new immigrant to the U. S. and new marriage. He worked hard to learn to speak English clearly with the help of Toastmasters, won the Distinguished Toastmaster Award and now leads investors into high-grade private investments. Nishant talks about the emerging trend of Build to Rent communities and why they might be a wise investment for those looking to diversify their real estate portfolios.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Nishant’s insights on scaling in real estate, focusing on key markets like Texas, the Carolinas, Brooklyn, and Florida and leveraging personal experience can inspire your investment strategies.

Nishant's educational journey, which includes an MBA from the Indian School of Business (ISB) and over a decade of sales experience, equips him with a unique perspective and acumen in the real estate market.

Connect with Nishant Sondhi:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nsondhi/
Website: https://www.sondhicapitalgroup.com/

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In today's episode, we sit down with Whitney Elkins-Hutton, a real estate powerhouse in the industry for over 22 years.

Whitney shares her journey from an "accidental landlord" to becoming the Director of Investment Education at PassiveInvesting.com. She talks about how she went from flipping houses to building a diverse portfolio with over 6,500 residential units, 15 express car washes, and more than 2,200 self-storage units across 11 states. Whitney also dives into the benefits of passive investing, especially in commercial real estate, and explains how it can help busy professionals build wealth without managing properties themselves.

Whitney is a real estate maven who, after purchasing her first rental in 2002, and hitting a homerun, then nearly losing it all on her second deal, took control and figured out how to invest in real estate the right way. She realized that success must leave clues. So, she studied and replicated the very personal finance and wealth creation strategies the wealthy use to create financial freedom.

Today, Whitney is a partner in $700M+ of real estate —including over 5000+ residential units (MF, MHP, SFR, and assisted living) and more than 1400+ self-storage units across 7 states—and experience flipping over $3.0M in residential real estate.

Learn more about Whitney:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneyelkinshutten/

https://www.passiveinvesting.com/

https://ashwealth.com/

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Welcome back to another episode of Pivot to Prosperity, in this episode, we’re joined by John Casmon, a seasoned real estate investor who started small and grew big by leveraging the power of syndication. John shares his journey from buying his first two-unit property to scaling up his portfolio, which now includes over $125 million in real estate investments. He talks about his challenges, like navigating unexpected loan changes and dealing with a fire in one of his properties, and how these experiences shaped his investment strategy.

John also dives into the benefits of real estate syndication, explaining how it allows everyday investors to participate in large deals without the hassles of being a landlord. He offers valuable tips on the importance of having the right insurance coverage and working with a strong team to ensure success. If you're curious about how to get started in real estate or want to learn how to grow your investments, this episode is packed with insights that you won’t want to miss.

John Casmon launched Casmon Capital Group to help busy professionals invest in real estate without taking on a second job. We’ve helped families invest in over $100M in multifamily apartments to create passive income, reduce their tax obligation, and foster generational wealth. John hosts the Multifamily Insights podcast. In addition, he is the co-founder of the Midwest Real Estate Networking Summit. As a former marketing executive, John oversaw marketing campaigns for General Motors, PepsiCo, and MillerCoors. They are located in Cincinnati, Ohio, helping everyday professionals invest in apartments in emerging and stable Midwest markets and select parts of the Southeast region.

Connect with John:
Website: https://casmoncapital.com/
Multifamily Insights Podcast: https://casmoncapital.com/podcast/

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In this episode, Sharon Riddle, a seasoned real estate investor and business analyst with over 30 years of experience, joins us.

Sharon shares her journey from investing in single-family homes to transitioning into multifamily properties, where she now manages over 3,500 units. She discusses the importance of data-driven decisions, asset management, and the challenges faced in today's market due to rising interest rates.

Sharon also emphasizes the value of networking and mentorship in real estate, highlighting her involvement with groups like the Women’s Multifamily Mastermind and her learning experiences with industry experts like Brad Sumrock and Hunter Thompson.

Tune in to hear how Sharon’s financial analysis and project management background has given her a unique perspective on real estate investing and learn about her current goals, including securing her first general partner deal.

Who is Sharon?

Over her career, Sharon Riddle has worked in companies, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. She has provided business solutions in the areas of software upgrades, business process analyses, and conducted best business practice research for over 30 years. Sharon began investing in Single Family real estate in 2005 with her business partner, Dan. She took a leadership role managing all facets of the business including property analysis, acquisition, rehab, property management, and resale of properties. Sharon, with her business partner Dan, started the transition to Multifamily in 2015 through initial education and investing passively in 18 properties in the Texas (DFW, Houston, San Antonio, and El Paso), Oklahoma (Oklahoma City), Colorado (Aurora, Brighton), Florida (Jacksonville), and Ohio (Columbus) totaling 3507 units to date. Served as a Key Principle. Completed sale of all SFR assets to become a lead sponsor in multifamily projects. Manage social media marketing for our Multifamily LLCs. Joined the Women’s Multifamily Mastermind in 2019. Personal mentoring student of Brad Sumrok since 2015 and Millionaire Multifamily Mastermind since 2019.

Connect with Sharon:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-riddle-949a3b2b7/

Website: https://excalibretexas.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sharonbirdsongriddle/

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Are you a busy professional wondering how others grow wealth, retire early, and enjoy weekdays off? In this exciting episode, host Ginny welcomes Corey Peterson, a seasoned real estate investor and founder of Kahuna Investments. Corey shares his incredible journey from being a used car salesman to managing over $250 million in commercial real estate. They dive into the importance of passive investing, the challenges and rewards of student housing, and the critical lessons Corey learned during the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Corey also discusses his book "Trust but Verify: The Passive Investor's Guide to Evaluating Real Estate Syndicators" and offers invaluable advice for new and experienced investors.

Corey shares his insights and experiences as a real estate investor. Over the years, he has successfully navigated various market conditions and investment strategies, from residential properties to multifamily and student housing ventures. He believes my journey can offer valuable lessons for both beginners and seasoned investors, helping them make informed decisions and achieve their financial goals in the dynamic world of real estate. Additionally, he would discuss starting a property management company.

Contact:

Email: corey@kahunainvestments.com

Phone: (480) 235-2336

Website URL/Linked In: https://kahunainvestments.com/

Trust but Verify: The Passive Investor’s Guide to Evaluating Real Estate Syndicators" – Learn how to evaluate real estate deals and syndicators effectively. To get a free copy of Corey’s book, Text "TRUST" to 480-500-1127.

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In today's episode, we have Abdullah Abunasra from Memphis, Tennessee. Abdullah, a 28-year-old auto industry professional, shares his journey from selling cars to investing in real estate. His family's been in the car business for 30 years, but Abdullah saw an opportunity in real estate to make things more efficient.

Abdullah's new platform helps people buy and sell affordable houses quickly. The system he created lets users see all the important details of a property and make an offer in just 60 seconds. It’s designed for properties ranging from $50,000 to $150,000, making it easier for anyone to get started in real estate.

He shares how his system categorizes properties into three types: fix-and-flip, rehab-and-rent, and turnkey cash-flowing homes. Abdullah's goal is to simplify the buying process and make real estate accessible to more people.

Tune in to learn how you can list or find your next property with ease using Abdullah’s innovative platform. Don't miss this insightful conversation!

Abdullah started a company called Prosway to help people who are new to real estate. Before that, he worked for ten years at a company called United Traders Inc, where he learned a lot about buying cars and making money in the market. At Prosway, they want to make real estate investing easy to understand. Their goal is to give people the information and help they need to buy their first property, get into investing, and make their money grow over time.

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Email: contact@elevateme.com

Website: https://www.prosway.com/

More ways to connect: https://blinq.me/tsNQRJ3NESfY

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Are you a busy professional dreaming of financial freedom and playing on workdays? In this episode, we are joined by Bethany Finch from American Made Home Solutions. Bethany has over 27 years of experience in real estate and shares her journey from being a groundskeeper to managing thousands of rental units. She talks about the innovative approach to building single-family homes in gated communities. Furthermore, the discussion also dives into diverse investments like oil, gas, and multifamily homes, managed by women but open to all. Tune in to hear how Bethany and her team make a positive difference in communities by providing quality housing and working with local organizations.

Bethany Finch, the Remote RV Investor and founder of American Made Home Solutions. Bethany has over 27 years founding and running 4 separate companies; a credit hacking business, an executive rental business, a single family residential renovation business, and a multifamily syndication business. Her and her husband, Kurt Finch, have worked their way all their way up from a groundskeeper to owner of multifamily, at one time Kurt had over 5,000 doors all under full renovations across 20 different properties under management. Kurt & Bethany are working to utilize their God given gifts to further Christ's kingdom while utilizing their many properties in many different markets. Bethany spent many of her years also teaching both K-12 students and adults in a variety of subjects such as higher level maths and sciences. She loves to see the “lightbulb” go off for people to be able to see the door opened to opportunities they never knew were available. You can find Bethany & Kurt travelling the USA with their RV security, Blue dog.

Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AmericanMadeHomeSolutions

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethany-finch-amhs/

Website: https://americanmadehomesolutions.com/

Blog: The Diary of a Remote RV Investor https://americanmadehomesolutions.com/blog/

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Pivot to Prosperity is a podcast that is sponsored by Pivotal Real Estate Investments, which focuses on helping investors build wealth and income through commercial real estate that improves communities. To learn more, visit www.PivotalRealEstateInvestments.com/contact-us

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