In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of real
estate financing with Kevin Amolsch, a real estate investor and private money lender. Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge on creative financing strategies, navigating complex deals, and adapting to shifting market conditions. He shares invaluable insights on private lending, explains the impact of cap rates, and offers a realistic perspective on economic cycles in real estate. Whether you’re a new developer or an experienced investor, this conversation is packed with strategies and tips that are timely and practical for anyone in the real estate industry.
Guest Bio:
Kevin Amolsch is a highly successful real estate investor
and private money lender with a strong background in finance. After serving in the U.S. Army and beginning his career as a Mortgage Bond Analyst on Wall Street, Kevin fully transitioned to real estate, where he has since closed over 2,400 transactions. He is the author of The 45-Day Investor and a frequent speaker, recognized for his expertise in financing. Kevin has been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Real Estate, and other major publications, offering valuable insights on real estate financing and investment.
Topics Covered:
[00:01:07] Introduction to Financing Challenges for
New Developers
[00:02:00] Structuring Capital in Real Estate Deals
[00:03:02] HUD Financing and Alternative Funding Sources
[00:04:00] Types of Debt: Bank, Government, Private,
and Mezzanine
[00:06:00] Private Lending Benefits and Loan-to-Cost
Ratios
[00:08:00] The Math Behind Private vs. Traditional
Loans
[00:10:57] Financing Options for First-Time
Developers
[00:12:14] Creative Financing: Definition and
Examples
[00:14:44] Early Days: Kevin’s Journey with Creative
Financing
[00:16:04] Market Trends: Real Estate Risk Outlook
for 2024
[00:18:00] Cap Rates Explained and Their Effect on
Property Valuation
[00:21:53] Private Debt Costs vs. Bank Loans
[00:23:00] Speed and Efficiency of Private Lending
[00:26:47] Construction Draws and Their Impact on
Project Timeline
[00:28:08] Lien Waivers and Payment Processes for
Contractors
[00:30:00] Understanding Market Locality in Real
Estate
[00:30:45] Comparing Recession Impacts: 1990 vs. 2008
vs. Today
[00:31:28] Accessing Kevin’s Free Report on Market
Insights
Contact Information:
Kevin’s free report on the 1990 recession and its relevance
to today’s market at thepinereport.com.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pine-financial-group/
