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Real Estate the Gateway Drug with RJ de Leon 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with RJ de Leon has a formal education rooted in a master’s in Accounting Science. He carries a wealth of knowledge gathered over 15+ years in the corporate world with skillsets ranging from sales, operations, client relations, capital raising, construction, and project management. Not just a business owner and entrepreneur, RJ is a mentor who is deeply passionate about facilitating others’ growth, allowing them to reach their peak potential in business, real estate, investing, and life at large. His relentless pursuit of lifelong happiness for himself and his colleagues set him apart from the rest. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: How to break into multi-family investing without making the mistakes that many “green” investors make In your view, what are the most important aspects of investing? How did you build a brand presence? What are the most important lessons you’ve learned? Ways to find first partnerships Ways to find opportunities in a tough market About RJ: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with RJ de Leon has a formal education rooted in a master’s in Accounting Science. He carries a wealth of knowledge gathered over 15+ years in the corporate world with skillsets ranging from sales, operations, client relations, capital raising, construction, and project management. Not just a business owner and entrepreneur, RJ is a mentor who is deeply passionate about facilitating others’ growth, allowing them to reach their peak potential in business, real estate, investing, and life at large. His relentless pursuit of lifelong happiness for himself and his colleagues set him apart from the rest. Get In Touch With RJ: Linked in: RJ de Leon Facebook: RJ de Leon Instagram: RJ de Leon Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

Forty Years and Seen It All with Paul Montelongo 🔥 On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, features lifelong investor, entrepreneur, and business owner Paul Montelongo. Paul built and ran eight multimillion-dollar enterprises in 40 years. These companies made $90 million and employed 1,000. Underperforming emerging market marinas, resorts, apartments, events facilities, self-storage, and residential assets are his investments. Paul acquired and sold 1083 apartments in 8 US states. These include marina, events, resorts, and multi-family apartments. In addition to his personal interests, Paul assists Real Estate Investors and professionals in balancing their lives, maximizing profits, and growing themselves internally. Paul has built luxury houses, renovated, managed casualties, flipped homes, sold, and coached. Paul taught hundreds of Real Estate and Construction Industry seminars in Canada, New Zealand, Italy, and Romania. Three books, hundreds of training videos and audio programs, and over 200 trade magazine articles on construction and real estate sales, marketing, and project management are his work. San Antonio parents and grandparents Paul and Letitia are busy. Current Investments: TX Short: San Antonio 200-unit apartment block Jackson, MS Portfolio—56 units San Antonio—3 SFR Wichita—70 Units Wichita—88 Units Corpus Christi—142 Teams Total assets under control are $49MM. The web and social media: Dispositions: Charlotte, NC Marina & Glamping Retreat—148 rooms Athens 44-family multiunit Las Vegas multifamily 192 units 76-unit The Lilburn, GA apartment complex The San Antonio, TX apartment complex has 64 units. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: Change their viewpoint on real estate purchasing. Evaluate their team and deals better. Where did you start? Why are you in real estate? What is your driving force to succeed? What has been your biggest mistake in life and business? How do you assess a deal? What are your real skill sets? About Paul: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, features lifelong investor, entrepreneur, and business owner Paul Montelongo. Paul built and ran eight multimillion-dollar enterprises in 40 years. These companies made $90 million and employed 1,000. Underperforming emerging market marinas, resorts, apartments, events facilities, self-storage, and residential assets are his investments. Paul acquired and sold 1083 apartments in 8 US states. These include marina, events, resorts, and multi-family apartments. In addition to his personal interests, Paul assists Real Estate Investors and professionals in balancing their lives, maximizing profits, and growing themselves internally. Paul has built luxury houses, renovated, managed casualties, flipped homes, sold, and coached. Paul taught hundreds of Real Estate and Construction Industry seminars in Canada, New Zealand, Italy, and Romania. Three books, hundreds of training videos and audio programs, and over 200 trade magazine articles on construction and real estate sales, marketing, and project management are his work. San Antonio parents and grandparents Paul and Letitia are busy. Current Investments: TX Short: San Antonio 200-unit apartment block Jackson, MS Portfolio—56 units San Antonio—3 SFR Wichita—70 Units Wichita—88 Units Corpus Christi—142 Teams Total assets under control are $49MM. The web and social media: Dispositions: Charlotte, NC Marina & Glamping Retreat—148 rooms Athens 44-family multiunit Las Vegas multifamily 192 units 76-unit The Lilburn, GA apartment complex The San Antonio, TX apartment complex has 64 units. Get In Touch With Paul: LinkedIn: @paulmontelongo Facebook: @paulmontelongo Instagram: @paulmontelongo Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

Full-time tech job to Full-time CRE with Sridhar Sannidhi 🔥 On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Sridhar Sannidhi. He graduated with a Master of Science in Information Management and Computer Science Engineering, Working in the IT industry for more than 30 years • Accredited, Deal Syndicator, Passive Investor in Commercial and Residential • Seeks Value Add/ Stable properties in Commercial and Residential Real Estate • Co-sponsored approx 3700+ units in 18 multi-family complexes in Texas and Tennessee (over 400 mils USD) three of which is completed full cycles in less than years • Passively invested over 11,000 multi-family unit syndications in US (over 1 Billion USD) • Developing 636 multi-family units • Expert in Financial Analysis and Statistical modeling • Highly collaborative, focused and results-oriented team player • Loves travel, watching movies, participating in Charity events. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: How to check if their first passive investment is good The importance of staying informed about market trends and adapting to changing demands. About Sridhar: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Sridhar Sannidhi. He graduated with a Master of Science in Information Management and Computer Science Engineering, Working in the IT industry for more than 30 years • Accredited, Deal Syndicator, Passive Investor in Commercial and Residential • Seeks Value Add/ Stable properties in Commercial and Residential Real Estate • Co-sponsored approx 3700+ units in 18 multi-family complexes in Texas and Tennessee (over 400 mils USD) three of which is completed full cycles in less than years • Passively invested over 11,000 multi-family unit syndications in US (over 1 Billion USD) • Developing 636 multi-family units • Expert in Financial Analysis and Statistical modeling • Highly collaborative, focused and results-oriented team player • Loves travel, watching movies, participating in Charity events. Get In Touch With Sridhar: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sridhar-sannidhi-613b254/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sridhar.sannidhi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growwealth2retire/ Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

Renovations in high-interest environments with Zach Haptonstall 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, Zach Haptonstall is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Rise48 Equity and Rise48 Communities. Rise48 Equity is a retail syndication Multifamily Investment company with offices in Phoenix, Arizona, and Dallas, Texas. Rise48 Equity has completed over $1.99 Billion in total transactions and purchased 44 assets, 7,900+ units since 2019. They currently have $1.55 Billion+ of Assets Under Management in Phoenix and Dallas. They have completed 11 Full-Cycle Dispositions and returned capital to investors. The company has 240+ Full-Time Employees on Full Healthcare Benefits. Rise48 Communities is the vertically-integrated property management company that manages all assets owned by Rise48 Equity. They do all the construction management, property management, and asset management in-house with their staff. They only manage Rise48 assets and do not provide third-party management. Zach’s main responsibilities as CEO include overseeing all acquisitions, sourcing capital, and building strategic partnerships. He and his wife, Grace own homes in both Phoenix and Dallas where they split their time between offices. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: Listeners can schedule a call with Zach Any of the founders to learn more about our investments & join our investor list About Zach: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, Zach Haptonstall is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Rise48 Equity and Rise48 Communities. Rise48 Equity is a retail syndication Multifamily Investment company with offices in Phoenix, Arizona, and Dallas, Texas. Rise48 Equity has completed over $1.99 Billion in total transactions and purchased 44 assets, 7,900+ units since 2019. They currently have $1.55 Billion+ of Assets Under Management in Phoenix and Dallas. They have completed 11 Full-Cycle Dispositions and returned capital to investors. The company has 240+ Full-Time Employees on Full Healthcare Benefits. Rise48 Communities is the vertically-integrated property management company that manages all assets owned by Rise48 Equity. They do all the construction management, property management, and asset management in-house with their staff. They only manage Rise48 assets and do not provide third-party management. Zach’s main responsibilities as CEO include overseeing all acquisitions, sourcing capital, and building strategic partnerships. He and his wife, Grace own homes in both Phoenix and Dallas where they split their time between offices. Get In Touch With Zach: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/zach-haptonstall Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rise48equity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rise48equity/?hl=en   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Coach with Tony Castronovo 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, Tony Castronovo, Managing Partner of Novo Multifamily Group, is a seasoned multifamily real estate investor with experience in acquisition, due diligence, syndication, capital raising, construction, asset management, and overall asset strategy implementation. He has been invested in over 1,150 units, including a combination of general partner, limited partner, Co-GP, and independent ownership. Tony complements his background with a 25-year management consulting career, advising clients on project portfolio investment management. He holds higher education degrees in Engineering and Construction Management. Finally, Tony is the founder of Grit to Growth, a transition & performance coaching business where he helps empower entrepreneurs to live an intentional life by design! Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: I expect to help your listeners understand the value of coaching, accountability, and the power of surrounding yourself with like-minded entrepreneurs. I hope to get them to take the first step and begin interviewing possible coaches. About Tony: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, Tony Castronovo, Managing Partner of Novo Multifamily Group, is a seasoned multifamily real estate investor with experience in acquisition, due diligence, syndication, capital raising, construction, asset management, and overall asset strategy implementation. He has been invested in over 1,150 units, including a combination of general partner, limited partner, Co-GP, and independent ownership. Tony complements his background with a 25-year management consulting career, advising clients on project portfolio investment management. He holds higher education degrees in Engineering and Construction Management. Finally, Tony is the founder of Grit to Growth, a transition & performance coaching business where he helps empower entrepreneurs to live an intentional life by design! Get In Touch With Tony: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonycastronovo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tony.castronovo.35 Instagram: tcastronovo69 Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

From Commercial Broker to Full-Time Syndicator with Lee Fjord 🔥On this episode of the Real Estate Hustlers Podcast, we will be talking with Lee. In 2012 Lee started out in property management building the company up to 220 doors by 2016. In 2017, Lee began investing in a duplex and continued to purchase smaller properties until he found “The Power Of Partnerships” 18 months later. After seeing the results of partnerships and garnering experience in larger properties, Lee continued to build momentum in investing/dealmaking while building a ROCKSTAR TEAM to pursue EVEN LARGER DEALS through syndication. That team closed a 38-unit in 2019 (sold in 2022 for almost 2x purchase price), a 76 Unit Apartment Complex in October of 2020 (right in the middle of COVID), then a JV 70 Unit in August of 2021, a 7 unit in November 2021, a 272 unit 506C syndication on December 30, 2021, a 138 unit 506b in October of 2022 and a 128 unit 506c in June of 2023 for a total of 700+ doors (after selling the 38 unit for almost 2x the purchase price). Lee is actively building a sizable portfolio of LARGER MULTIFAMILY PROPERTIES throughout the Midwest and Southeast, focusing on Value-Add Opportunities with the development of Green Forest Capital – with a mission to provide value to everyone we work with. Lee has almost a decade of experience as a Property Manager, Realtor, Commercial Leasing Agent, Asset Manager, and Commercial Property Broker. A true believer and practitioner of the words of Zig Ziglar – “You can have everything in life you want if you will just help other people get what they want.” Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: Insight from a deal maker How did you get your start? Where are you taking your business in the future? What opportunities or issues do you see coming in the marketplace? What markets are you investing in now? About Lee: On this episode of the Real Estate Hustlers Podcast, we will be talking with Lee. In 2012 Lee started out in property management building the company up to 220 doors by 2016. In 2017, Lee began investing in a duplex and continued to purchase smaller properties until he found “The Power Of Partnerships” 18 months later. After seeing the results of partnerships and garnering experience in larger properties, Lee continued to build momentum in investing/dealmaking while building a ROCKSTAR TEAM to pursue EVEN LARGER DEALS through syndication. That team closed a 38-unit in 2019 (sold in 2022 for almost 2x purchase price), a 76 Unit Apartment Complex in October of 2020 (right in the middle of COVID), then a JV 70 Unit in August of 2021, a 7-unit in November 2021, a 272 unit 506C syndication on December 30, 2021, a 138 unit 506b in October of 2022 and a 128 unit 506c in June of 2023 for a total of 700+ doors (after selling the 38 unit for almost 2x the purchase price). Lee is actively building a sizable portfolio of LARGER MULTIFAMILY PROPERTIES throughout the Midwest and Southeast, focusing on Value-Add Opportunities with the development of Green Forest Capital – with a mission to provide value to everyone we work with. Lee has almost a decade of experience as a Property Manager, Realtor, Commercial Leasing Agent, Asset Manager, and Commercial Property Broker. A true believer and practitioner of the words of Zig Ziglar – “You can have everything in life you want if you will just help other people get what they want.” Get In Touch With Lee: LinkedIn: lee-fjord Facebook: Lee. fjord Instagram: Lee fjord Email: Lee@greenforestcapital.com Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

How to scale your business and do the big deals with Greg Dickerson 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Greg a serial entrepreneur, real estate developer, coach, and mentor. He has bought, developed, and sold over $250 million in real estate, built and renovated hundreds of custom homes and commercial buildings, developed residential and mixed-use subdivisions, and started 12 different companies from the ground up. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: Greg’s success as an entrepreneur stems from his innate desire to achieve and his ability to learn from others who have already achieved what he wants to accomplish. Location is crucial in real estate development, and developers should understand the highest and best use of a property before embarking on a project. The current real estate market is at a tipping point, with potential opportunities arising from distressed properties and the need for refinancing. Builders are facing challenges due to a shortage of land, making land development a promising area for investment. The economy is in a critical phase, with potential risks from rising interest rates, student loan resets, and increased spending after the pandemic. About Greg: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Greg a serial entrepreneur, real estate developer, coach, and mentor. He has bought, developed, and sold over $250 million in real estate, built and renovated hundreds of custom homes and commercial buildings, developed residential and mixed-use subdivisions, and started 12 different companies from the ground up. Get In Touch With Greg: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/agregdickerson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegregdickerson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegregdickerson/ Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

Medical to Multifamily with Jesse Dickens 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, Jesse Dickens has a background in cardiovascular sonography and is currently the Director of Operations for a mobile imaging center in Denver, CO. He got started in real estate in 2018 by getting involved with fix and flips. After successfully completing three flips, he decided to get into the multifamily space and joined the Wheelbarrow Profits educational platform to learn the ins and outs of the industry. Since then, he has purchased 341 units in Arizona and South Carolina and is part of a Short Term Rental Fund, acquiring 100+ units nationwide. With strong teams and systems in place, the foundation is set for rapid growth in 2023 and beyond. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: I am super transparent about my life and what I do on a daily/weekly basis. I hope that resonates with your audience and gives them some direct steps that they can take to begin/scale their businesses. Where do you even begin when trying to get started in RE while still working on your W2 Many different avenues you can go down in the real estate investing world. Decision the direction you wanted to go The past analysis paralysis phase when starting What drives you to keep going? About Jesse: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, Jesse Dickens has a background in cardiovascular sonography and is currently the Director of Operations for a mobile imaging center in Denver, CO. He got started in real estate in 2018 by getting involved with fix and flips. After successfully completing three flips, he decided to get into the multifamily space and joined the Wheelbarrow Profits educational platform to learn the ins and outs of the industry. Since then, he has purchased 341 units in Arizona and South Carolina and is part of a Short Term Rental Fund, acquiring 100+ units nationwide. With strong teams and systems in place, the foundation is set for rapid growth in 2023 and beyond. Get In Touch With Jesse: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-dickens-rdcs-041474190/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesse.dickens.505/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthcare_capital_partners/ Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

From Silicon Valley to Multifamily Real Estate with Ed Mathews 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Alex Alexander a driven Investment Specialist with a proven track record of success in identifying undervalued, niche markets. He employs expert online marketing strategies to gain early access to the most lucrative investment opportunities before they hit the market. With his expertise in Fintech and Property Management Technology, Alex currently manages 50 income-producing properties in Hawaii, generating a remarkable $30,000 per month in passive income. His investment group has seen tremendous growth, turning a $285k investment into a $1.5mm valuation. Alex is an active member of professional organizations such as Vistage, ACG, and IFS Black Card. He also hosts the High Performer’s Podcast and founder of The Performinomics Newsletter. He recently led the acquisition of 20 acres for a commercial RV park development and manages $2.5mm in AUM, distributing roughly $30,000 per month among his equity partners. With his exceptional track record, investors can trust Alex to deliver exceptional returns and drive their financial goals forward. Watch the episode here: https://youtube.com/watch?v=gC4OsdJxzCA Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: Multifamily real estate investing Creating deal flow Raising capital Property management Marketing Social media for real estate Digital marketing for real estate Real estate team building & management About Ed: On this episode of the Real Estate Hustlers Podcast, we will be talking with Ed Mathews a seasoned real estate investor and the founder of Clark St Capital. With over a decade of experience, Ed built a portfolio of multifamily properties in CT and Southeast US. Ed’s journey was far from direct. For 24+ years, he worked for Silicon Valley start-ups, honing his skills in the go-go tech world. It wasn’t until 2011 Ed bought his first rental property. Over the years, Ed worked tirelessly to grow his portfolio, juggling his family, day job, and Clark St. Finally, in 2018, he left the rat race to focus entirely on growing Clark St. When he’s not hunting new projects, he can be found spending time with his wife, Patricia, their daughters, and their dogs, Caroline and Abbie. And if you catch him during basketball season, you’ll likely find him cheering on his beloved Villanova Wildcats. With deep real estate knowledge and a passion for helping others achieve their goals, Ed is a trusted mentor for anyone looking to build their own real estate empire. Get In Touch With Ed: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1 Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST

Trailer Trash to Trailer Cash, NEVER QUIT with Alex Alexander 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Alex Alexander a driven Investment Specialist with a proven track record of success in identifying undervalued, niche markets. He employs expert online marketing strategies to gain early access to the most lucrative investment opportunities before they hit the market. With his expertise in Fintech and Property Management Technology, Alex currently manages 50 income-producing properties in Hawaii, generating a remarkable $30,000 per month in passive income. His investment group has seen tremendous growth, turning a $285k investment into a $1.5mm valuation. Alex is an active member of professional organizations such as Vistage, ACG, and IFS Black Card. He also hosts the High Performer’s Podcast and founder of The Performinomics Newsletter. He recently led the acquisition of 20 acres for a commercial RV park development and manages $2.5mm in AUM, distributing roughly $30,000 per month among his equity partners. With his exceptional track record, investors can trust Alex to deliver exceptional returns and drive their financial goals forward. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: How did you go from living in a van to a $5mm portfolio in 5 years? What did the military teach you that you have applied in your investing career? What mindsets and routines have made the biggest difference for you? What changes happened in your life because of the mindset changes you made? Listeners will know what to ask and look for in an RV Park investment. About Alex: On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Alex Alexander a driven Investment Specialist with a proven track record of success in identifying undervalued, niche markets. He employs expert online marketing strategies to gain early access to the most lucrative investment opportunities before they hit the market. With his expertise in Fintech and Property Management Technology, Alex currently manages 50 income-producing properties in Hawaii, generating a remarkable $30,000 per month in passive income. His investment group has seen tremendous growth, turning a $285k investment into a $1.5mm valuation. Alex is an active member of professional organizations such as Vistage, ACG, and IFS Black Card. He also hosts the High Performer’s Podcast and founder of The Performinomics Newsletter. He recently led the acquisition of 20 acres for a commercial RV park development and manages $2.5mm in AUM, distributing roughly $30,000 per month among his equity partners. With his exceptional track record, investors can trust Alex to deliver exceptional returns and drive their financial goals forward. Get In Touch With Alex: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-alexander-a0693aab/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HawaiiEscapeAlex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paradiseparkventures/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6dD0mazW6z-QN5z8yKQWQg Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube Apply To Be A Podcast Guest APPLY TO BE A PODCAST GUEST