In this episode of the Money Seed Podcast, host Gabe interviews Andrew Kim, CEO and founder of Share, a real estate technology company focused on single-family rentals. Andrew discusses the resilience of single-family homes, the business model of Share, and the types of investors they work with. He shares his personal journey into real estate, the growth of his company, and insights into the current real estate market. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding investment strategies and the future of real estate in a changing economic landscape.

Andrew May be reached through sharesfr.com https://sharesfr.com/

Takeaways

- Single-family rentals are resilient and a safe investment.

- Technology has made scaling single-family portfolios easier.

- Creative financing options are available for investors.

- The business model includes a fee on home purchases and ongoing management.

- Share has acquired nearly 70 properties in a year and a half.

- Networking with real estate professionals helps find clients.

- The future of real estate looks promising as mortgage rates may decrease.

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of financial literacy with certified financial planner, Jeff Panik. We discuss the importance of early financial education and the alarming lack of it in today's society. Jeff shares insights on how to instill financial responsibility in children, from simple games to real-world experiences.

We explore the financial challenges facing millennials and Gen Z, including the burden of student loan debt and the impact of social media on consumer behavior. Jeff provides practical advice on managing debt, building credit, and saving for the future. We also discuss the importance of diversifying investments and the potential risks of relying solely on traditional retirement plans.

Whether you're a young adult just starting out or a seasoned investor, this episode offers valuable advice to help you achieve your financial goals.

Jeff is author of Your Future Is Now: A Guide to Mastering Your Finances and Independence https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS8GNF1H

Jeff may be reached through LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpanik/ and through Balance Wealth Partners at https://www.balancewealthpartners.com

Sanjay Goyal and Roobesh Modi join the Money Seed Podcast to introduce us to their startup called Estator. Estator is a PropTech company operating in the Gulf region, specifically Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait. They provide real estate data and analysis to enterprise customers in the form of automated reports and valuations. Their platform, Estator Markets, allows users to access information on real estate properties including renters, transaction values, occupancy, and more. They also have a B2C platform called Estator Meter, which offers automated property valuations based on AI technology. Estator has seen rapid growth since its launch, with hundreds of clients and thousands of sessions on their platform. They have plans for vertical and horizontal expansion, as well as the integration of new technologies.

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Takeaways

• Estator is a PropTech company operating in the Gulf region, providing real estate data and analysis to enterprise customers.
• Their platform, Stator Markets, offers automated reports and valuations based on catchments drawn by users.
• They also have a B2C platform called Stator Meter, which provides automated property valuations based on AI technology.
• Estator has experienced rapid growth since its launch and has plans for vertical and horizontal expansion, as well as the integration of new technologies.