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Paige Capital Group // Invest with me

Follow on IG // @traejacobs_

Facebook // PCG


Phone // 800-863-9850
Email // charleshamilton@hamiltoninvestmentsgrp.com
Website // www.hamiltoninvestmentsgrp.com

In this conversation, Trae Jacobs interviews Charles Hamilton, the founder of Hamilton Investment Group. They discuss Charles' background, his transition from the military to real estate, and his experience in closing a 65-unit deal.

They also delve into Charles' foray into hotel development and his plans for scaling his business. Charles shares valuable lessons learned and offers advice for beginners in the industry.

The conversation concludes with Charles recommending books and sharing his goals for the future.

Takeaways

Transitioning from one industry to another requires rounding out your skill set and leveraging your existing knowledge.

Building relationships and networking are crucial for success in real estate.

Having a clear roadmap and setting achievable goals is essential for scaling your business.

Learning from past economic downturns can help navigate future challenges.

Trust and due diligence are key when working with sponsors and syndicators in real estate.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:05 Transition to Real Estate

08:35 Closing on a 65-Unit Deal

12:26 Venturing into Hotel Development

17:08 Long-Term Plans and Scaling the Business

22:22 Lessons Learned and Advice for Beginners

26:10 Influential Figures in the Industry

29:00 Motivation and Goals

31:29 Scaling the Operation and Buying Boring Businesses

33:11 Lessons from the 2008 Recession

35:21 Addressing Investor Concerns

36:56 Analyzing Market Demand for Hotels

39:26 Building Trust and Navigating Relationships

41:08 Valuable Relationships in the Multifamily Space

43:18 Roadmap for 2024

45:05 Expanding into Boutique Hotels

46:28 Advice and Book Recommendations

48:43 Closing Remarks