In this episode of the Go Big Live Real Estate Investors podcast, host Matt Drouin interviews Charles Carillo, founder and managing partner of Harborside Partners. Charles shares his extensive journey in real estate, from his early beginnings managing properties with his father to founding his own syndication firm. Charles discusses the vital steps he took to transition from smaller real estate deals to larger syndications, including the importance of trust, consistent communication with investors, and building a professional facade. He also highlights the challenges he faced during his first syndication, especially when large investors backed out last minute, and offers actionable advice for new investors looking to scale. Tune in for a wealth of insights into multifamily and commercial real estate investing.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
02:07 Charles Carillo's Early Life and Real Estate Beginnings
03:21 Lessons Learned from Early Real Estate Investments
08:33 Transition to Syndication and First Syndicated Deal
11:26 Navigating Real Estate During COVID-19
14:46 Challenges and Successes in Syndication
17:20 Building Relationships with Brokers
22:09 The Importance of Deal Follow-Up
23:51 Building Credibility with Brokers
25:24 Navigating Investor Relationships
27:59 Handling Investment Setbacks
30:09 Raising Capital and Investor Trust
39:21 Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio
40:54 Conclusion and Contact Information
