Marcin Drozdz, a professional real estate investor with 17 years of experience, joins Alex Escobar and Aziz Yousuf on their show "Screw The Stock Market." Marcin primarily invests in value-add multifamily apartments throughout the Southern USA and has sourced nine figures in private capital that helped acquire 1,500+ units. He also runs an educational company to help aspiring real estate entrepreneurs scale their real estate portfolios. In this episode, Marcin shares his insights and experiences in the real estate investment industry.
The episode covers the following topics:
[00:00 - 07:00] The Challenges of Being a Professional in the Real Estate Business
- The challenges of being a professional in the real estate business, including the importance of having a good team and a sound investment thesis.
[07:00 - 14:06] Interested in Real Estate vs Being a Real Estate Investor
- The difference between being interested in real estate and being a real estate investor, and the importance of having a realistic understanding of the amount of work and time required when investing in multifamily properties.
[14:06 - 21:15] Getting a Good Return on Your Investment
- Tips for getting a good return on your investment, including starting with the question of how to get your money back rather than how to make money on your money, and factors to consider when calculating risk such as cap rate, interest rate risk, and refinancing risk.
[21:15 - 28:50] The Importance of Underwriting
- The importance of underwriting and avoiding mistakes that can lead to cash calls, as well as forecasting rent growth accurately.
[28:50 - 35:53] Fund Models and Passive Investing
- Fund models and passive investing, including the importance of focusing on annual financial reports and quarterly updates for passive investors, and due diligence for real estate professionals.
[35:53 - 43:04] Scaling Your Real Estate Fund
- Scaling your real estate fund by building a team with experience and partnering with others who have already invested in multifamily properties, as well as having a clear plan and strategy for raising capital.
[43:04 - 45:42] The Complexity of Capital Raising for Real Estate
- The complexity of capital raising for real estate, including the capital food chain and the need for experience and sophistication in understanding the industry.
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