Episodes

  • Smart Money Moves: When and How to Invest in Syndications
    Apr 22 2025

    In this episode of The Remote Investor, host Michael Albaum welcomes seasoned real estate investor, Paul Moore for an in-depth conversation on how to successfully invest in real estate syndications. Paul breaks down the essential strategies for evaluating syndication opportunities, performing thorough due diligence, spotting red flags, and selecting the right operator for your investment goals. Whether you're a high-income professional seeking passive income or a seasoned investor aiming to diversify your real estate portfolio, Paul shares actionable insights on risk management, the power of cash flow, and how to avoid the most common investment mistakes. Tune in to learn how to make smarter, safer, and more profitable syndication investments!

    The Remote Investor is brought to you by BOLDSTREET.ai, the #1 Place for Residential Investments.

    📘 Paul is the author of The Perfect Investment and is the Founder of Wellings Capital: https://www.wellingscapital.com/

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    19 mins
  • Thrive in Multifamily Markets: Proven Strategies
    Apr 8 2025

    In this episode, Michael Albaum welcomes friend and seasoned multifamily investor Paul Moore for a timely and insightful conversation on the current state of the multifamily real estate market. Paul pulls no punches as he breaks down the impact of rising interest rates, overbuilding, and risky floating rate debt on today's investment landscape.

    🚫 He warns against the dangers of over-leveraging and chasing unrealistic projections—and instead offers practical advice for navigating this shifting market. From the importance of vetting operators to stress testing deals, Paul shares the critical steps smart investors must take right now.

    ✅ Whether you’re a seasoned syndicator or a new investor eyeing smaller multifamily properties, this episode delivers high-value strategies grounded in experience and long-term thinking.

    🎯 Topics Covered:

    Why interest rate hikes are reshaping the multifamily space

    The risks of floating rate debt and over-leveraged deals

    Lessons from past market cycles and mistakes made by syndicators

    Opportunities in smaller multifamily properties (5–70 units)

    How to stress test deals and underwrite conservatively

    Tips for vetting operators in a volatile market

    📘 Paul also talks about his book The Perfect Investment and gives an inside look at what's next for Wellings Capital, including a new income and growth fund. https://www.wellingscapital.com/

    👉 Don’t miss this honest and informative deep-dive into today’s multifamily investing climate!

    Episode brought to you by Boldstreet.ai

    #MultifamilyInvesting #PaulMoore #MichaelAlbaum #RealEstateSyndication #InterestRates #FloatingRateDebt #Overleveraged #RealEstateTips #PassiveIncome #apartmentinvesting

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    27 mins
  • Build WEALTH with Mindful Real Estate Investing Strategies
    Mar 25 2025

    Join Michael Albaum as he sits down with Jonathan Greene, a multi-talented professional who's transformed his diverse career experiences into real estate investing success. From practicing law to curating art galleries, Jonathan shares his unique journey and invaluable insights for aspiring investors. Learn how to work effectively with real estate agents, understand the importance of due diligence in syndications, and discover why self-awareness is crucial in building a successful investment strategy. Whether you're a new investor or looking to expand your real estate knowledge, this episode offers practical wisdom, negotiation tips, and a refreshing perspective on creating generational wealth through real estate.

    Jonathon Greene's Podcast: https://zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting.com/

    The Remote Investor is brought to you by BoldStreet.ai, the #1 place for you to find and analyze profitable investment properties, and connect with agents, lenders to help you grow your portfolio.

    https://www.boldstreet.ai/

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    39 mins
  • Building A Successful Short-term Rental Business with Kirby Atwell
    Mar 12 2025

    Want to turn real estate into a steady income stream? In this episode, Kirby Atwell shares how he transitioned from house flipping to building a profitable short-term rental portfolio—without quitting his day job. Learn the exact strategies he used to identify high-cash-flow markets, leverage multi-unit properties, and scale a hands-off rental business.

    🔑 Key Takeaways:

    ✅ How to spot undervalued rental markets in the Midwest & Southeast

    ✅ Kirby's 1% rule for finding properties that generate strong monthly cash flow

    ✅ Managing short-term rentals remotely using virtual assistants

    ✅ Why shifting from flipping to long-term wealth-building changed everything Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned investor, this episode provide actionable information to help you scale your short-term rental business and create multiple income streams.

    Don’t miss Kirby’s sage advice on how to replace a corporate salary!

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    41 mins
  • Profit or People? The Ethics of Real Estate Investing
    Feb 25 2025

    In this episode of The Remote Investor podcast, hosts Michael Albaum, Tom Schneider, and Pierre Carrillo tackle the critical question of whether it's possible to be a moral and ethical real estate investor and property owner. They dive into common criticisms leveled against landlords, including rent increases, exploitation of vulnerable tenants, gentrification and community displacement, prioritizing profit over tenant well-being, and the ethics of evictions.

    The panel provides thoughtful, nuanced perspectives, acknowledging the valid concerns behind these criticisms while also highlighting the realities and challenges of operating a rental property business. They emphasize the importance of running an ethical operation, maintaining empathy and humanity in tenant relationships, and finding win-win solutions.

    Key topics covered include the economics of rental property ownership, the supply and demand dynamics impacting housing affordability, and strategies for proactively supporting tenants facing difficulties. The hosts also underscore the critical need to increase the overall supply of affordable housing.

    This episode offers a balanced and insightful exploration of the ethical dilemmas facing real estate investors, providing valuable guidance for anyone seeking to build a socially responsible investment portfolio.

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    24 mins
  • Remote investing while working full time - with Nathan Murith
    Feb 11 2025

    In this episode, we sit down with Nathan Murith, an experienced remote real estate investor who has built a successful rental portfolio while maintaining a full-time technology job. Nathan shares his strategies for getting started in real estate investing without being physically present, including how he chose his target markets, built a reliable team, and leveraged technology to manage his properties passively.

    Nathan provides valuable insights on overcoming the mental hurdle of investing in markets far from home, conducting effective market research, and negotiating with property managers to maximize cash flow. He also discusses the importance of focus and specialization versus diversification across multiple markets.

    Whether you're a busy professional looking to diversify your income streams or an aspiring real estate investor intimidated by the hands-on nature of traditional rental properties, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you succeed with a remote real estate investing approach.

    Get in touch with Nathan here: https://murith.com/

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    32 mins
  • Crack the Code to Private Capital: Matt Faircloth Reveals How to Stay Ahead of the Game
    Jan 29 2025

    In this episode, host Michael Albaum sits down with real estate investor, author, and syndicator Matt Faircloth. Matt shares his extensive experience in the real estate industry, from small-scale fix-and-flips and rental properties to building a multifamily investment firm with thousands of units.

    Matt discusses his transition into the syndication model, highlighting the importance of leveraging other people's money to grow a business. He provides insights into his current investment strategies, which focus on new construction and major renovations to capitalize on rising rents and lower maintenance costs.

    Listeners will gain valuable advice on navigating the changing real estate landscape, including Matt's perspective on the impact of rising interest rates and the benefits of cash flow-focused investments. Matt also shares his thoughts on passive investing, house hacking, and the advantages of using retirement accounts for real estate investments.

    Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your real estate journey, this episode offers a wealth of practical tips and strategies from an experienced industry leader. Tune in to learn how to adapt your investment approach and unlock new opportunities in the evolving real estate market.

    If you want to learn more about what Matt offers, check out his website: https://www.derosagroup.com/

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    47 mins
  • Are short-term rentals still a smart investment? Featuring Luke Carl
    Jan 14 2025

    In this episode of The Remote Investor, Michael Albaum is joined by Luke Carl, a seasoned property manager and landlord with experience in both short-term and long-term rental investments. Luke, married to top short-term rental agent Avery Carl, shares his unique perspective on navigating the evolving short-term rental market.

    Tune in as Luke discusses why he believes now is a great time to invest in real estate despite challenges with seller pricing, and why breaking even in the first few years of a deal can still be a win. He dives into his early days as a pioneer in the short-term rental space, revealing the lessons he learned and the importance of overcoming analysis paralysis to take action.

    Luke and Mike also explore innovative strategies like "arbitraging" properties and highlights the value of resilience in property management. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you succeed in today’s market.

    Key Topics Covered:

    The current state of the real estate market and why now is a good time to invest.

    How to underwrite deals with a long-term perspective. Lessons from the early days of short-term rentals.

    Tips for getting started and avoiding analysis paralysis.

    Creative strategies like property arbitrage for maximizing returns.

    Don’t miss this candid and motivational conversation with Luke Carl!

    Luke Carl's links:

    https://theshorttermshop.com/

    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN-z9iGKe2SzSZ-dYehJvgFb7CJ2YLW_0&feature=shared

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    40 mins
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