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Invest Florida - A Real Estate Podcast

by Eric Odum, Steven Silverman

Looking for an edge in the real estate investment market? Not sure which markets or market segments offer the best opportunities or which strategies to implement? You have come to the right place….Hosts Eric Odum and Steven Silverman blend decades of combined experience in the real estate investment market along with their expert guests covering topics in lending, investment strategies, property management and development…. giving you actionable investment ideas each and every episode you can use to learn and grow….all with a Florida twist.

Episodes

Ep. 243 John Roberts and Stephen Barber: Talking the Panhandle

36m · Published 20 Jan 22:31

John Roberts and Stephen Barber are a duo of multiple interests....law, real estate investment and development. There is no question that they are plugged into the Panhandle region of Florida. Listen to this update on what is happening in their neck of the woods!

Key Discussion Points

[01:11] About our guests: John Roberts & Stephen Barber

[01:49] How did you both get into real estate in the Florida Panhandle?

[08:50] What is driving the economy in the Florida Panhandle?

[11:01] What is the background on what John'sportfolio looks like?

[16:31] As you've progressed and built up your portfolio, where do you see the growth happening now withi the Panhandle?

[18:15] Discussion about the Panhandle and Spring Break

[19:45] What distinguishes the Panhandle from the rest of Florida with regard to real estate market?

[21:51] In what sectors within the Florida Panhandle do you see the best investments opportunities?

[30:16] How can folks reach you?

[31:37] How are you faring economically from the affect of recent hurricanes?

About Our Guests

Both John Roberts and Stephen Barber are attorneys in the law office of John W. Roberts. John graduated from the University of Miami, and his work is primarily in litigation; he's also a real estate investor. Stephen graduated from the law school of Florida State University, and he works in diverse areas of real estate.

Ep. 242 Al Williamson: Finding Ways to Profit with Extended Stay Rentals

31m · Published 13 Dec 10:00

Al Williamson, an engineer by trade, has found a way to capitalize on the extended stay rental market. Somewhere, between AIRBNB and traditional long term rentals, extended stay lodging can be a terrific way to juice your returns. Florida is a hot spot for this type of need in housing and with the infrastructure bill targeting multiple industries in the State, the demand will only increase for potential tenants....military to road contractors to health care workers. Listen to how Al captures, manages and profits from this market.

Key Discussion Points

[01:05] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[04:14] About our guest: Al Williamson

[05:29] How did you get into real estate? And why?

[07:02] How did you migrate your business from duplexes to extended stay properties?

[10:36] What's different about your extended stay properties compared to an Air BnB?

[14:21] How are you marketing your extended stay service?

[17:04] If you are just starting in this busienss, how do you know who to approach to get in front of them?

[19:15] Are you seeing much opposition to extended stay rentals from the locals like there is for Air Bnb's?

[21:50] What is your ideal property to use as an extended stay rental?

[23:38] How are you looking for deals?

[27:08] How can folks reach you?

[27:45] Any final thoughts for people wanting to get into the extended stay rental market?

[28:47] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

About Our Guest

Al Williamson is the owner of Leading Landlord (LeadingLandlord.com). Al is a professional engineer, full time real estate investor, and the author of several real estate books. Al is a proud family man, and spends his days managing his corporate housing company and helping others reach their financial goals in extended stay rentals.

Ep. 241 Viktor Jiracek: Gainesville Investment Nuggets

34m · Published 29 Nov 10:00

Viktor Jiracek followed his brother to Gainesville and turned that experience into a thriving real estate business (Fix and Flips, and long term holds). Viktor updates us on the market and leaves us some great tips on thriving in this most unusual market.

Key Discussion Points

[01:00] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[04:17] About our guest: Viktor Jiracek

[05:12] How did you get started in real estate?

[06:14] Why did you choose Gainesville, FL?

[07:33] Give us an overview of what you are seeing in the Gainesville FL market

[08:37] What are signs you look for to tell you the market is slowing down?

[09:48] Are you still seeing multiple offers on first day of listing? Or has that cooled down a bit?

[11:23] What calculations do you use to determine if something is a good deal?

[14:06] How are you finding your properties?

[17:06] Do you have your own crew for fix and flips?

[17:46] Are you having any problems getting sub-contractors to work with you? What about pricing?

[19:22] What areas in Gainesville do you really like?

[20:15] What's been your best deal? And worst deal?

[24:15] Are your real estate methods applicable to anywhere?

[26:15] What are some mistakes buyers/wholesaler/flippers make when communicating with the seller?

[28:21] How can folks reach you?

[-28:58] Any last words of wisdom?

[31:06] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

About Our Guest

Viktor Jiracek is a fix and flipper out of Gainesville, FL. He did over 20 flips last year, and has a goal is 30 flips for 2021. Vicktor's passion is flipping houses and teaching others how to do the same.

GUEST CONTACT INFO

Facebook: Viktor Jiracek

Facebook group (free): Six Figure House Flipper

Ep. 240 Martin Saenz: Investing in the Secondary Mortgage Market

34m · Published 15 Nov 10:00

Martin Saenz runs a fund that invests in distressed mortgages. He discusses the state of the mortgage market, returns and how he creates win-win deals for investors and homeowners.

Key Discussion Points

[01:04] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[05:04] About our guest: Martin Saenz

[05:57] How did you get started in real estate?

[08:10] What motivated you to move from Washington D.C. to Sarasota, FL?

[09:12] What's your view of the Florida market for the brief time you've been in Sarasota, FL?

[10:38] How did you migrate from real estate investing into working with Notes & getting returns for investors?

[11:40] What types of mortgages are you pursuing?

[13:42] Are your funds leveraged? Or are they 100% equity?

[14:05] What type of yield do investors get from their notes?

[14:40] How are you finding these deals?

[16:52] How would you recommend people setup their own Note business if they want to do this themselves?

[18:26] What are the names of your 3 books?

[19:26] Have you considered commercial loans? Or are you just staying with residential?

[20:41] How do you handle compliance? Outsource? Internal?

[21:51] What's your perspective on the debt market? Are there any signs of weakness?

[23:49] Are you concerned with the recent amount of compression on the returns?

[26:11] On the mortgage side in Florida, do you see anything positive, negative, or interesting factoids?

[27:22] What's on the horizon as Florida deals with tight inventory?

[29:07] How can investors learn more about your fund and possibly invest in it?

[30:44] How can folks reach you?

[31:17] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

About Our Guest

Martin Saenz is a managing partner at Bequest Funds. Martin has written 3 books on the mortgage industry. He co-founded Bequest Funds with the dual purpose of helping investors grow their wealth, and helping mortgage borrowers stay in their homes. Martin is a seasoned real estate investor with over 15 years of experience.

GUEST CONTACT INFO

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.bqfunds.com/

Ep. 239 Chris Coleman: Big Flood Insurance Changes

25m · Published 01 Nov 09:00

Chris Coleman comes back on the show to explain the significant changes in flood insurance policies from FEMA.

Key Discussion Points

[01:07] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[04:33] About our guest: Chris Coleman

[06:32] Give us an overview of the changes occuring right now with flood insurance

[09:55] Is it fair to say those that don't have flood risk are subsidizing those that do have flood risk?

[10:49] What are you seeing in terms of flood insurance rate increases?

[13:05] So people who's flood policy will expire Jan 2022 are being notified of new flood policy - how is that working?

[13:58] What about the companies that can help you revaluate your flood zone?

[17:38] If the FEMA flood map showed an investor's property's base flood from 9 to 10, would you be able to tell the price increase?

[18:32] Would you encourage people who are not in a flood plain to still get an elevation certificate?

[19:35] Do you think climate change is affecting insurance and properties (other than flooding)?

[20:44] How can folks reach you?

[21:53] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

About Our Guest

Chris Coleman and his brother Dave are founders of Coleman Insurance Agency based in Pinellas County, Florida. Chris is a returning guest who last was on the show in episode 8.

GUEST CONTACT INFO

Name: Chris Coleman

Phone: 727-441-9911

Email: [email protected]

Ep. 238 Lauren Hardy: Getting Creative in Tight Markets with Virtual Wholesaling

30m · Published 18 Oct 09:00

Lauren is in California and her market is very similar to many markets in Florida, very tight and deals tough to come by. She figures out ways to carve out revenue by wholesaling virtually. Find out how!

Key Discussion Points

[01:06] Opening remarks by Eric Odum

[03:12] About our guest: Lauren Hardy

[04:04] How and why did you get into real estate investing?

[07:08] What exactly is real estate wholesaling?

[09:01] How can a virtual real estate investment model benefit investors in Florida?

[12:08] How do you find "hot" zones in Florida with deals being more difficult to find?

[16:46] How do you find assignees for your deals?

[18:52] What are some things do you look for when seeking out new markets?

[26:07] How can folks contact you?

[26:30] Do you have any last words of wisdom for us?

[27:52] Closing comments by Eric

Ep. 237 Scott Maurer: Proposed Bill in DC Might Affect Real Estate Investments in Your Self Directed IRA

25m · Published 04 Oct 09:00

In This episode, Scott Maurer from Advanta IRA discusses proposed changes to self directed IRA's in the new infrastructure bill. Find out if this has any affect on you!

Key Discussion Points

[01:06] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[04:32] About our guest: Scott Maurer

[05:21 Tell us how proposed $3.5T infastructure companion bill will prohibit self-directed IRAs / 401k accounts from investing in private placements

[10:30] How will the proposed $3.5T companion provision affect small syndicators to fund their deals?

[12:33] So investors might be mandated to divest within a certain period of time, it's a recipe to lose money

[15:51] Do you think the $3.5T package will pass the House & Senate?

[18:16] Congress needs to listen to their consituents - make your voice heard!

[21:42] How can folks contact you?

[22:02] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

About Our Guest

Scott Maurer is an attorney and a graduate of the University of Florida Law School. Scott started his career with Advanta IRA in 2006, and is the director of business development at Advanta IRA. He is a returning guest to our podcast, and also has also attended our workshops and given lectures advising people on how to invest in real estate.

Ep. 236 Lindsay Davis: Alabama Real Estate Investing

30m · Published 20 Sep 09:00

It can be difficult to get a decent rate of return in the current Florida market, and more and more investors are looking outside Florida to find deals in other states. Today we talk with Lindsay Davis, CEO of Spartan Invest", about investment opportunities in Alabama. Lindsay's investment services allow investors who live outside Alabama to purchase single family homes in Alabama, get the benefit of the low property taxes, and get a great overall rate of return on their investment.

We also discuss the dramatic rise in construction costs over the last year, how it is affecting the building of new homes, and when this might stabilize and return to "normal".

Key Discussion Points

[01:06] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[06:23]] About our guest: Lindsay Davis

[08:16] Tell us about your "one stop shop" real estate investment services catering to out of state investors

[09:44] What rate of return are you achieving in Alabama?

[12:13] What's are you seeing going on in the construction market?

[15:12] Why are construction costs so high right now?

[18:21] Talk about the hesitancy of homebuilders to build new homes

[19:41] Where is the demand coming from in Alabama?

[21:55] Where do your investors come from?

[22:57] How is the real estate appreciation in Alabama?

[24:44] What opportunities do you see going forward? What do you see happening with construction pricing?

[26:33] How can folks contact you?

[27:17] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

Ep. 235 Sam Bates: Multifamily Syndication

32m · Published 06 Sep 09:00

On today's podcast we talk with Sam Bates (CEO of Bates Capital Group) about his success in multifamily syndication. Sam left Corporate America and started his real estate journey in 2009. He walks us through how he first got into real estate, and the path and strategies he employed to get to where he is today. He also gives advice to investors interested in multifamily syndication.

Sam's mission is to help busy professionals like himself gain their freedom back through investing in high-quality real estate investments.

Key Discussion Points

[00:59] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[03:48] About our guest: Sam Bates

[05:27] How did you get into commercial / multifamily real estate?

[08:51] What was your first deal?

[10:22] Tell us about the structure of your deals

[12:51] How do you manage the back-end of the syndication? Use another company? A software tool?

[14:11] How do you deal with investors who want out of a syndication deal?

[15:08] Tell us about how you've expanded your geographic reach

[17:26] What attracted you to purchase a property in Sanford, FL? And what other areas in FL interest you?

[20:17] How do you find your deals? Broker relationships? Send out letters?

[21:42] How do you get the best value when selling a property? Go through brokerage?

[22:56] How do you find your investors?

[26:13] What do you look for in a deal?

[28:51] How can folks reach you?

[29:21] Any last words of advice for Florida real estate investors?

[43:20] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

About Our Guest

Sam Bates is the founder and CEO of Bates Capital Group and co-founder and managing partner of Trinity Capital Group. Sam started his real estate journey in 2009 and has been directly involved in the acquisition, reposition, disposition, and asset management of over $100,000,000 in AUM. His portfolio currently has 749 units in Texas, Mississippi, and Georgia. Sam and his partners have roughly another 250 units in the pipeline to be developed.

Sam has a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M University in Finance, an MS in Personal Financial Planning, and an MBA from Texas Tech University. Sam is an avid sports fan, skier, and loves to the reader.

CONTACT INFO

Website: https://batescapitalgroup.com

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Ep. 234 Ken Avalos: Alternate Lending for Multifamily Investors

46m · Published 23 Aug 09:00

Today we talk with Ken Avalos, VP of Electra Capital, about alternative lending with a focus on multifamily financing solutions. Alternative lending is a great option when traditional lenders are unable to meet an investor's needs. The benefit of an alternate loan is more leverage (which means you put in less capital), speed, and the flexibility and creativity to work around odd structures and difficult issues. Depending on your situation, this can potentially allow you a greater rate of return.

Most investors use traditional lenders like Fannie and Freddie, or use a traditional community bank - all of which typically offers low cost and long term fixed rate financing. However, these traditional lenders will usually at best give you 65%-70% leverage, and their underwriting criteria is fairly strict. And in today's world of 3%-5% cap rates, it's hard to generate a decent internal rate of return.

Key Discussion Points

[00:57] Opening remarks by Eric Odum & Steven Silverman

[03:31] About our guest: Ken Avalos

[04:56] How did you get into real estate and finance?

[09:35] Do you think the Florida market is overheated?

[14:50] Are you monitoring the rent to household income, and what are you seeing?

[17:13] Explain about your alternative financing services

[26:14] Does the bridge loan convert into a permant loan at the end of 3 years?

[27:44] What deal size is attractive for your loan service?

[28:42] Do you mainly loan to multifamily? Or do you also look at other asset classes?

[30:03] Tell us about Mezzanine Debt vs. Preferred Equity as it relates to your product

[42:09] How can folks reach you?

[43:20] Closing comments by Eric & Steven

About Our Guest

Ken Avalos is the VP of underwriting and analysis at Electra Capital. He is a graduate of Boston college, and has an M.B.A. from the Stern School of business.

Invest Florida - A Real Estate Podcast has 302 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 197:10:17. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on August 26th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 17th, 2024 18:15.