In this episode of the Peak Profits podcast, Bryan Morris and Chris Ward of Seven Peak Capital interview Randy Smith, founder of Impact Equity. Randy shares his journey from a successful sales career to becoming a passive investor in real estate, emphasizing the importance of education, due diligence, and diversification in investment strategies. He discusses the benefits of passive investing, the significance of self-directed IRAs, and the differences between debt funds and equity investments. Randy also outlines his vision for Impact Equity and the future of real estate investing.

Key Takeaways

• Randy transitioned from a 25-year sales career to real estate investing.
• He emphasizes the importance of starting early in investing.
• Passive investing allows for financial freedom without the burden of active management.
• Due diligence is crucial when selecting investment opportunities.
• Investing through self-directed IRAs opens up alternative investment options.
• Diversification across asset classes and operators mitigates risk.
• Investing is a long-term strategy, not a get-rich-quick scheme.
• Understanding market cycles is essential for investment timing.
• Randy aims to help a thousand investors achieve financial independence.
• The future of Impact Equity focuses on refining investment strategies and partnerships.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Randy Smith and Impact Equity
02:10 Randy's Journey from Sales to Real Estate Investing
04:40 The Shift from Active to Passive Investing
09:38 Transitioning to Full-Time Investing
13:02 Due Diligence in Passive Investing
16:35 Investment Focus: Affordable Housing and Multifamily
21:21 Understanding Fund-to-Fund Structures
25:03 Alternative Investment Methods: Using IRAs and 401ks
25:30 Understanding Self-Directed IRAs
29:04 The Process of Transferring Funds
30:59 Strategies for Generating Passive Income
33:13 Diversification in Investment
35:59 Debt Funds vs. Equity Investments
39:00 Key Lessons Learned in Investing
42:08 The Evolution of Personal Wealth
44:48 Future Strategies for Impact Equity

Follow Randy Smith and Impact Equity:
Website: https://www.impactequity.net/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallmsmith/
Instagram: @randysmithinvestor

Keywords

Randy Smith, Impact Equity, passive investing, real estate, multifamily syndications, financial freedom, due diligence, self-directed IRA, investment strategies, diversification

In this conversation, TJ Burns shares his journey from a successful career in technology to founding Burns Capital Partners, a real estate investment firm. He discusses the challenges and motivations behind his transition, including the desire for freedom and personal growth. TJ recounts a serendipitous encounter that led him into real estate syndication and emphasizes the importance of educating tech professionals about real estate investing. He also shares insights on building trust with investors, understanding different investment vehicles, and the significance of risk awareness in investment decisions. Throughout the conversation, TJ highlights the value of maintaining a customer-first mentality and the importance of continuous learning in the real estate industry.

Takeaways

• TJ transitioned from a tech career to real estate for freedom.
• A chance encounter with a wallet led to a key partnership.
• Building a business means helping those who were once like you.
• Education is crucial for tech professionals entering real estate.
• Trust is built through transparency and consistent communication.
• Investing in real estate requires understanding the risks involved.
• The importance of having skin in the game with partners.
• Investors should focus on the downside risks of deals.
• Continuous learning is essential in the investment landscape.
• A customer-first approach can lead to long-term success.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to TJ Burns and His Journey

03:06
Transition from Technology to Real Estate

06:11
The Wallet Story: A Serendipitous Encounter

09:04
The Quest for Freedom and Growth

11:53
Leaving Amazon: The Emotional Journey

14:55
Building Burns Capital Partners

18:13
Educating Tech Professionals on Real Estate

20:55
Identifying and Building Trust with Investors

24:06
Navigating the Investment Landscape

27:12
Understanding the Differences in Investment Vehicles

29:58
Key Questions for Limited Partners

32:52
Lessons Learned from Investing

36:10
Finding the Right Partners

39:07
The Importance of Risk Awareness

42:04
Future Aspirations for Burns Capital Partners

Follow TJ Burns and Burns Capital Partners:
https://burnscapital.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thburns42/

In this episode of Peak Profits, Jaden George shares his inspiring journey into real estate, starting from house hacking in college to founding HorizonTen Properties. He discusses the importance of education, networking, and the shift from residential to commercial real estate. Jaden emphasizes the significance of underwriting, building trust with investors, and the operational aspects of real estate investing. His story serves as a motivational example for young investors looking to make their mark in the industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Jaden started house hacking in college at 19.
• He saved 90% of his earnings to invest in real estate.
• COVID prompted him to dive deeper into real estate education.
• The shift to commercial real estate was driven by opportunity.
• Understanding underwriting is crucial for success in real estate.
• House hacking involves renting out parts of a property to cover costs.
• Jaden founded HorizonTen Properties to help investors access larger deals.
• Building trust with investors requires transparency and communication.
• Networking is essential for finding opportunities and partners.
• Jayden's journey highlights the importance of education in real estate.
• Betting on yourself is key to achieving financial independence.

Chapters:

01:06 Introduction to Jaden George and His Journey

06:08 The Shift to Commercial Real Estate

11:16 Understanding Underwriting and Its Importance

15:41 House Hacking: The First Property Experience

20:43 Transitioning to Larger Deals and HorizonTen Properties

30:34 Building Trust with Investors and Partnering with Sponsors


Follow Jaden George and HorizonTen Properties:
https://horizontenproperties.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaden-george/
Instagram: @BuyingLifeBack