• Sponsor Vetting 101: 5 Steps to Safer Real Estate Investments with Spencer Hilligoss

  • Jan 21 2025
  • Length: 39 mins
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Sponsor Vetting 101: 5 Steps to Safer Real Estate Investments with Spencer Hilligoss

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  • Investment expert Spencer Hilligoss of Madison Investing joins host Paul Shannon to discuss the essentials of vetting real estate sponsors. From building your network to identifying financial red flags, Spencer shares his five-part framework for evaluating a sponsor’s track record, team, communication style, and more. Discover why the sponsor’s personal balance sheet matters, how to tell if they truly care about tenant experience, and when it’s time to walk away- no matter how good the deal appears on paper. If you’re looking to elevate your due diligence process and make more informed investing decisions, this conversation is a must-listen. Today’s Episode Takeaways: - Why personal referrals often trump paid ads or internet searches - Spencer’s five-part sponsor vetting framework (track record, approach, team, communication, values) - “Failure response” and why sponsors who have faced adversity can be more reliable - The crucial differences between investing for cash flow vs. wealth building - Practical questions to ask every sponsor before wiring your funds Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review so you never miss out on more expert insights on real estate and passive investing! Take our Survey: PassivePockets.com/Survey Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only. All host and participant opinions are their own. Investment in any asset, real estate included, involves risk, so use your best judgement and consult with qualified advisors before investing. You should only risk capital you can afford to lose. Remember that past performance is not indicative of future results. This podcast may contain paid advertisements or other promotional materials for real estate investment advisers, investment funds, and investment opportunities, which should not be interpreted as a recommendation, endorsement or testimonial by PassivePockets, LLC or any of its affiliates. Viewers must conduct their own due diligence and consider their own financial situations before engaging with any of the advertised offerings, products or services. PassivePockets, LLC disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, consequential or other damages arising out of reliance on information and advertisements presented in this podcast. Contact Us At: jimpfeifer@biggerpockets.com
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