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The Capitalize PodcastScaling Your Property Management Business Insights w/ Slocomb ReedIn this episode of the Capitalized Podcast, we sit down with Slocomb Reed, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur based in Greater Cincinnati. With over 10 years of experience, Slocomb has built a diverse portfolio and a range of businesses under the name “Three Little Pigs,” including property management, construction management, and HVAC services.Slocomb provides actionable insights on:- Scaling a property management business through efficient operations- Self-managing vs. hiring a professional management company- Opportunity costs in real estate decisions- Best practices for onboarding new properties- Lessons lear...2024-12-1052 minThe Capitalize PodcastThe Power of Design in Real Estate Investing w/ Christina BeckIn this episode, we sit down with Christina Beck, an HGTV-winning designer, realtor, and co-owner of Vero Home, a Cincinnati-based design and real estate investment company.Christina shares her journey from working a 9-5, to her first couple live-in flips with her husband Colin, to flipping a few properties a year while raising kids, to ultimately being invited onto and winning an HGTV flipping competition and starting her own design and real estate investing company here in Cincinnati, OH. In the episode, Christina discusses her early flips, the challenges she ran into with her renovations...2024-11-061h 04The Capitalize PodcastThe Four Key Areas Of Competitive Advantage In Real EstateIn this episode of The Capitalize Podcast, Grant and Chris dive into the four key areas of competitive advantage in real estate: deals, construction, capital, and management. We break down strategies for sourcing deals, managing construction, and securing capital, and discuss which ways are most profitable vs. which ones might be best for your situation.Connect with Sharper Capital:Website: https://sharpercapital.comInstagram: @sharpercapitalpartnersEmail: info@sharpercapital.comPhone: +1 (513) 334-75012024-09-1349 minThe Capitalize PodcastThe Power of Authenticity, Advice For Beginners and Future Market Trends w/ Ethan BishopIn this episode of The Capitalize Podcast, we're joined by Ethan Bishop, a real estate agent with over 100 real estate transactions totaling around $34 million in volume. Ethan shares his and his clients' strategies for success in the current real estate market.We discuss how to get started as a first-time investor, the importance of building meaningful relationships, and how being yourself can be your greatest asset. Ethan also shares his insights on the future of the real estate market, his opinion on Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, and how to find deals outside of MLS listings....2024-08-2942 minThe Capitalize PodcastNAR Settlement, Market Trends, and the BRRRR Method w/ Staci ShelbyIn this episode, Staci Shelby, a real estate agent and investor who has closed 105 homes ($25.7M), shares her insights into the current state of the housing market and the implications of the NAR settlement. Staci also discusses her strategy of buying properties with value-add opportunities and turning them into rentals, along with the importance of being your own boss and controlling your schedule.Connect With Staci:Website: stacishelby.cincinnatirealestatesearch.comInstagram: @stacisellscincyEmail: staci@asktcg.comPhone: +1 (513) 703-5880Connect with Sharper Capital:Website: https://sharpercapital.com/2024-08-2244 minThe Capitalize PodcastBuilding a 25 Rental Unit Rental Portfolio in Greater Cincinnati & Nothern KY w/ Randy DarganIn this episode, we sit down with Randy Dargan, a seasoned commercial real estate sales professional and investor, to hear about his journey in the world of real estate investing. From his early days working with a house flipper during college summers to purchasing his first investment property in Cincinnati, Randy shares the lessons he's learned along the way. He discusses the importance of building strong relationships and networking in the industry, For new investors, Randy offers valuable advice on house hacking and the benefits of acquiring more doors for better cash flow. Connect With Ran...2024-08-1443 minThe Capitalize PodcastFlexibility In Self-Storage Financing Options And Tax Advantages w/ Josh MontgomeryIn this episode, Josh Montgomery, a self storage operator, shares his unique approach to managing his self storage facilities. From remote management to offshore talent and portable containers, Josh covers it all in this exciting and informative episode.Connect with Josh:Email: josh@storagehq.caWebsite: https://storagehq.ca/Twitter: https://x.com/hq_storageConnect with Sharper Capital:Website: https://sharpercapital.com/Instagram: / sharpercapitalpartners (@sharpercapitalpartners)Email: info@sharpercapital.comPhone: +1 (513) 334-750100:00 Introduction to Josh Montgomery and Storage HQ03:13 The Importance of Future Flexibility in Se...2024-07-3046 minThe Capitalize PodcastScaling from 0 to 29 Units and $5.5M in Two Years w/ Josh GedroseIn this episode, Josh Gedrose shares his incredible journey of building a portfolio of 29 units worth $5.5 million in just two years. Josh's story is particularly inspiring because he started his real estate journey when he was 40 years old, and he's scaled his business very quickly. In this episode, he shares his experience raising private money, finding and negotiating off market deals, working alongside his wife in their business, and much more.00:00 - 03:07 Introduction and Background03:07 - 08:11 Turning 40 and Discovering Real Estate Investing08:11 - 15:05 Using the BRRRR Method and Raising Private Money15:05 - 17:53 The Excitement...2024-07-1859 min
Private Lenders' PodcastGrant Smith & Chris Cascella From Sharper Capital Partners in Cincinnati Ohio - #200 College Roommates Turned Business Partners Grant and Chris have been drafting business ideas since they first roomed together their freshman year of college at the University of Cincinnati. Throughout college, they both launched a number of product-based businesses jointly and independently. Following college, Chris worked in finance for General Electric, while Grant worked at a family startup. Chris left his job in 2021 with no backup plan, but a certainty that the traditional corporate path was not going to fulfill him. Meanwhile, Grant continued working at the family startup in roles that...2024-07-1646 minPrivate Lenders' PodcastGrant Smith & Chris Cascella From Sharper Capital Partners in Cincinnati Ohio - #200 College Roommates Turned Business Partners Grant and Chris have been drafting business ideas since they first roomed together their freshman year of college at the University of Cincinnati. Throughout college, they both launched a number of product-based businesses jointly and independently. Following college, Chris worked in finance for General Electric, while Grant worked at a family startup. Chris left his job in 2021 with no backup plan, but a certainty that the traditional corporate path was not going to fulfill him. Meanwhile, Grant continued working at the family startup in roles that...2024-07-1646 minThe Capitalize PodcastBuying Your First Investment Property At 21 Years Old w/ Bulbul BhatiIn this episode of The Capitalize Podcast, Bulbul Bhati tells us how she started her real estate journey right after college at the age of 21 and house hacking in Cincinnati. She emphasizes the importance of taking action and finding a supportive community. She also shares exactly how she bought her first property, including how she picked a market, found an agent, acquired an FHA loan, avoided disaster, and much more.00:00 - 08:11 Introduction and Background08:11 - 31:30 Getting Started in Real Estate Investing31:30 - 44:22 Partnership with Elevate Capital44:22 - 47:00 Goals for Financial Freedom and Flexibility2024-07-1147 minThe Capitalize PodcastFrom Pharmacist to 7 Figure Investor w/ Dylan KochIn this episode, Dylan shares his journey from pharmacist to full-time real estate investor. He discusses sourcing off-market deals, the pros and cons of off-market investing, and the evolution of texting as a marketing strategy. Dylan also covers the difference between being a real estate investor vs. a business owner, the need for a clear vision and goals, hiring employees, delegating tasks, misconceptions about cash flow, underwriting properties accurately, and his biggest real estate mistakes and lessons learned.Connect with Dylan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/11dkoch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dylan...2024-06-1140 minThe Capitalize PodcastInvesting in Apartments While Working in Venture Capital w/ Ian CruzIn this episode of the Capitalize Podcast, host Chris Cascella sits down with Ian Cruz, founder of Elev8 Capital. Ian shares his inspiring journey working as a Manager of Finance at a Venture Capital Firm while simultaneously building his real estate portfolio up to 32 units across across San Francisco, CA and Cincinnati, OH. They discuss the challenges and strategies of investing in the Bay Area, the significance of ADUs in California, and Ian's first foray into commercial multifamily real estate. Ian also outlines his conservative underwriting strategies and the power of networking in real estate investing.Using 1031...2024-06-0752 minThe Capitalize PodcastThe Path to Passive Income Through "Lazy Investing" with Robert MohonIn this episode of the Capitalized Podcast, host Chris Casella welcomes guest Robert Mohon from Nashville, Tennessee, to discuss passive income strategies in the world of investing.Robert shares his journey in the business world, focusing on residential rental properties, notes, hard money loans, and stocks and bonds for over 20 years. They delve into the importance of building credibility, credit use cases for businesses, and the shift towards passive income for financial flexibility.Robert emphasizes the mindset of working smart over working hard, sharing personal anecdotes and advice on investment diversification and the significance of...2024-05-221h 05The Capitalize PodcastStrategies for Profitable Short-Term Rentals with Yiwei ChengThis comprehensive episode features Grant Smith and guest Yiwei Cheng, a seasoned short-term rental real estate investor and property manager. They delve into the evolving landscape of short-term rentals, the impact of COVID-19 on tourism and rental demand, and how investors can adapt to the current market. Yiwei shares valuable insights on managing properties, scaling investment portfolios, and navigating the challenges and opportunities within the short-term rental space. Topics covered include the necessity of intentional property management, leveraging technology and software for efficient operations, and understanding the changing dynamics of guest expectations and market competition. The conversation also touches...2024-05-151h 08The Capitalize PodcastBuilding a Business and Sharper Capital's FutureIn this episode, Grant and Chris sit down to discuss the challenges of building a business and the importance of keeping a long term perspective. They also talk about their vision for SCP's future and where they see the business going in 10 years, 20 years and beyond.Contact Sharper Capital:P: (513) 334-7501E: info@sharpercapital.comW: https://sharpercapital.comInstagram: https://bit.ly/3Uo7OvZFREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkHZLs2024-02-1027 minThe Capitalize PodcastReflecting on the Previous Year in Business w/ Grant and ChrisIn this episode, Grant and Chris sit down to reflect on the previous year of doing business. There are lots of thank yous in order, stories about their journey, challenges being faced and gratitude for the progress made and relationships built.Contact Sharper Capital:P: (513) 334-7501E: info@sharpercapitalpartners.comW: https://sharpercapitalpartners.comInstagram: https://bit.ly/3Uo7OvZFREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkHZLs2023-09-1438 minThe Capitalize PodcastApartment Investor, Entrepreneur & Agent on Cincinnati’s #1 Real Estate Team w/ Slocomb ReedSlocomb Reed is an apartment investor and real estate entrepreneur based in Cincinnati, Ohio. His businesses include a rental portfolio, a property management company, a construction management company, and an HVAC company.In this episode, Slocomb talks about balancing personal and professional commitments, how he got started in real estate investing, why he decided to start service-based businesses, how to build a successful team, what advice he would give to someone who's looking to get started in real estate, and much more.Contact Slocomb:E: Slocomb@TLP-Management.comW: www.TLP-Management...2023-07-1157 minThe Capitalize PodcastFrom $30k to $2M Wholesaling in 1 Year with Nate SquiresNate Squires is the co-owner at Squires Real Estate Group LLC, which is a wholesaling and house flipping company based out of Cincinnati, Ohio.In this episode Nate walks us through his journey from a full-time IT consultant to buying 15+ units in his first year as a real estate investor. He also explains why he began wholesaling rather than buying rentals, what it was like taking the leap from his 9-5 to going full-time in real estate, how he grew his wholesaling business from $30k to $2M in just two years, and exactly how he finds leads...2023-06-2745 minThe Capitalize PodcastLeaving a Fortune 500 Company to Build a Hard Money Lending CompanyChris is Principal of Loan Origination and Underwriting at Sharper Capital Partners – a hard money lending company servicing Ohio and Kentucky.In this episode, Chris recounts his journey as a below average high school student to starting his own businesses, earning a “dream job” at a fortune 500 company, and then leaving it all to pursue his own path forward as a real estate investor and hard money lender.Contact Chris Cascella: P: (513) 334-7501E: ccascella@sharpercapitalpartners.com W: https://sharpercapitalpartners.comFREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkH2023-06-221h 12The Capitalize PodcastHow a $100,000 LOSS Turned Into a $15M+ Portfolio with Tommy HarrIn this episode, Tommy Harr tells his story and explains how he lost $100,000 on his first flip, and why that -$100,000 is now worth over $15M. He also talks about becoming a millionaire before 27, building a solid team of people he loves working with, what people get wrong about real estate investing, why it's so important to implement systems if you want to scale your business and much, much more.Contact Tommy:Website: https://tommyharr.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommyharr05/Contact Sharper Capital:P: (513) 334-7501E: info@sharpercapitalpartners.com2023-06-2054 minThe Capitalize PodcastWhy Title Companies Are Essential for Real Estate Investors with September HallIn this episode, September Hall answers questions that many of us take for granted. She explains what "title" actually is, the risks you take when buying a property, what a title company does and why title insurance is so important.She also shares stories from her career working in foreclosures and explains the most common mistakes that she sees investors make when buying and selling a property.Contact September:E: closings@plumtitleohio.comP: 937-329-9226W: plumtitleohio.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlumTitleLLCContact...2023-06-1651 minThe Capitalize PodcastDropping Out of College to Close $17 Million in Real Estate Transactions with Josh JanusFREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkHZLsYour DoorDash driver may be the world's next real estate mogul. If you ever had Josh Janus drop off food at your house, you may have been in the middle of him getting a deal done. That's right; between picking up and delivering food, Josh was cold-calling sellers, sourcing as many off-market real estate deals as possible. This type of serial side hustling led Josh to acquire $1,500,000 in real estate at age twenty-two, making $50,000 per month and building a business most entrepreneurs...2023-06-0646 minThe Capitalize PodcastBuilding a Top 5% Real Estate Team in Cincinnati Ohio with Eric GrossEric & his wife Katie are full time real estate agents running the Eric Gross Group real estate team. In this episode, Eric outlines his arc from warehouse employee to becoming a top agent. He dives deep into the process that made him a successful agent and how he is building infrastructure for his real estate team to give them the support he wished he had earlier in his career.Contact Eric Gross: Phone: 513-907-4271Email: Ericgrossgroup@gmail.comWeb: www.runningcreekco.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ericgrossgroup 2023-05-3052 minThe Capitalize PodcastWhy You Need Cash to Get a Hard Money LoanFREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkHZLsIn this episode, Grant and Chris discuss the reasons why, as an investor, you need cash in order to obtain a hard money loan. They explain why this is true even if you're using cross collateral and even if you get gap funding for the down payment. Contact Sharper Capital Partners:(513) 334-7501info@sharpercapitalpartners.comSign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/3GMy8tIhttps://sharpercapitalpartners.com2023-05-1819 minThe Capitalize PodcastManaging a 40+ Unit Real Estate Portfolio While Raising a Family of Six with Kurt & Elizabeth PhillipsKurt & Elizabeth are full time real estate investors in the Central Ohio market and coach other investors coast-to-coast. In this episode, Kurt & Elizabeth talk about how they got their start by living in a 100-year-old duplex "temporarily" for 9 years. When they couldn't sell the duplex, they decided to buy a few more to the point where Kurt was able to leave his high paying job to pursue real estate full-time. Today, Kurt & Elizabeth have acquired 40+ doors while co-homeschooling their 6 children.Contact Kurt & Elizabeth: Web: www.runningcreekco.comEmail: coaching@runningcreekco.comPhone: 740...2023-05-1659 minThe Capitalize PodcastHow to Get Construction Draws from Hard Money LendersFREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkHZLs In this episode of The Capitalize Podcast, Grant and Chris discuss why hard money lenders handle construction draws the way they do and what you can do as the borrower to make the process as smooth and easy (and fast!) as possible.Contact Sharper Capital Partners:(513) 334-7501info@sharpercapitalpartners.comSign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/3GMy8tIhttps://sharpercapitalpartners.com2023-05-1115 minThe Capitalize PodcastProfiting Through Tax Liens and Partnerships with Doug PhillipsFREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkHZLs Doug Phillips is a real estate investor and property manager, trainer and speaker, and REALTOR with The Chabris Group, the #1 sales team in Cincinnati.In this episode Doug talks about getting started in real estate by investing in tax liens, how he and his partner took down two off-market 5 unit properties, what it's like to run a property management company, why commitment is essential to success, what he learned from competitive bodybuilding, and much more.Contact Doug:Cell: 513-808-8485Email: dphillips...2023-05-091h 02The Capitalize PodcastWorking FOUR Jobs to Support a Full-time Real Estate BusinessMitch Huffman is the owner of Huffman Real Estate Group, a real estate team specializing in investment properties and the owner of Huffman Project Management, a licensed general contracting company that helps clients renovate properties.In this episode Mitch talks about working multiple jobs to support his dream of becoming a full-time real estate investor, how he got his first listings as an agent, why he and his wife decided to start a contracting business, and how they bought a 20 acre horse farm with seller financing.Contact Mitch:Email: Mitch@HuffmanREGroup.comInstagram...2023-05-0350 minThe Capitalize PodcastOhio Real Estate Market Update (April 2023)FREE Hard Money Mastery Guide: http://bit.ly/3MkHZLs In this video Grant and Chris discuss what they're seeing in the Ohio real estate market as of April 2023.Topics discussed:- Inventory- Interest Rates- Transaction volume (YoY)- The importance of having cash- Where the market is headed in the future- Plus moreContact Sharper Capital Partners:(513) 334-7501info@sharpercapitalpartners.comSign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/3GMy8tIhttps://sharpercapitalpartners.com2023-04-2034 minThe Capitalize PodcastOwning and Managing Short Term Rentals in the Midwest with Yiwei ChengYiwei Cheng is a real estate investor who owns and manages short term rentals in Cincinnati, OH.In this episode, Yiwei talks about why she likes short term rentals more than long term rentals, how she would find short term rentals if she was entering a new market, what to consider when analyzing a property for Airbnb, how to optimize your short term rental listing, and much more.Contact Yiwei:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yiweicheng1/Website (STRs): https://www.pieceofhomestays.com/Website (Management): https://www.pinkcashcow.com/2023-04-181h 08The Capitalize PodcastFrom Restaurant Owner to Full-Time Real Estate Investor with Rob SpeckertRob Speckert is a full-time real estate investor and realtor in the Cincinnati, OH and Dayton, OH markets.In this episode, Rob talks about how he took down his first property at a sheriff sale in 2004, what it was like investing during the Great Recession, how he finances his deals, why it's hard to lose in real estate, what his team looks like as a full-time investor, and much more.Contact Rob:Phone: 513-478-7599Email: cincyapartments@gmail.com Website: https://www.CinDayRealestate.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com...2023-04-1149 minThe Capitalize PodcastInvesting in Real Estate Using a Self-Directed IRA with John Bowens of Equity TrustJohn Bowens is a Self-Directed IRA investor and Director of Education and Investor Success with Equity Trust.In this episode, John explains the differences between a Traditional IRA and a Self-Directed IRA, why someone would want to set up a Self-Directed IRA, what the process of setting up your Self-Directed IRA looks like, real life examples of individuals and partners investing using their own (and other people's!) Self-Directed IRAs, and much more.Contact Equity Trust:Website: https://www.trustetc.com/Phone: (855) 233-4382YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@equitytrustcompanyLinkedIn...2023-04-0447 minThe Capitalize PodcastFrom Wall Street to Mortgage Lending to Student Housing with Gaetano CiambrielloGaetano Ciambriello is the owner of AFC Mortgage Group, a nationwide mortgage lender, and Lantern Point Capital, a student housing business, both based in CT.In this episode, Gaetano Ciambriello tells the story of how his father started AFC Mortgage Group (and how it got its name), why working on Wall St. wasn't what he expected, how he acquired his first property and began building his student housing portfolio, what led him to join his family business, and much more.Connect with Gaetano:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaetano-ciambriello/Twitter...2023-03-2842 minThe Capitalize PodcastWhat Kind Of Insurance Do Real Estate Investors Need? with Sam MooreSam Moore is the owner of Goosehead Insurance – The Moore Agency in Columbus, Ohio, which is an independent insurance agency with a strong emphasis on all types of residential real estate.In this episode, Sam walks through the different types of coverage you need as a real estate investor, depending on your investment focus. Whether you want to buy turnkey rental properties, fix up houses and sell them, or rehab duplexes using the BRRRR strategy, this episode has the information you'll need to ensure you're covered properly.Contact Sam:Phone: 614-706-77742023-03-2144 minThe Capitalize PodcastHow to Get a Hard Money Loan (Step by Step)In this episode, Grant walks through every step of the process of obtaining a hard money loan—from inquiring about the loan all the way to closing on your property.Are you a rehabber in Ohio?Apply for a Loan: https://bit.ly/scploanappGet in touch with us:(513) 334-7501info@sharpercapitalpartners.comSign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/3GMy8tIWebsite: https://bit.ly/3CW5ciqLinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3D55bZUFacebook: https://bit.ly/3QmxYMuInstagram: https://bit.ly/3Uo7Ov...2023-01-1719 minThe Capitalize PodcastDebt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) Loans and Refinancing out of Hard Money with Kris FlemingIn this episode, Chris sits down with Kris Fleming from KFP Investors to talk about all things real estate lending with a specific focus on Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loans and refinancing out of hard money loans.Get in touch with Kris Fleming:https://kfpinvestorsllc.com/(615) 234-1222Are you a rehabber in Ohio?Apply for a Loan: https://bit.ly/scploanappGet in touch with us:(513) 334-7501info@sharpercapitalpartners.comWebsite: https://bit.ly/3CW5ciqLinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3D55bZUFacebook...2023-01-1254 minThe Capitalize PodcastHow To Calculate Interest On Your Hard Money Loan (Part II)This episode is Part II on the topic of hard money interest payments, and in it Chris explains exactly how to calculate interest payments on your hard money loan.After listening to this episode, you will walk away with an in-depth understanding of how to calculate and manage interest payments on your hard money loan so you can accurately forecast the cost of borrowing money for your real estate investments.Blog Post: https://bit.ly/3GdpQw0Are you a rehabber in Ohio?Apply for a Loan...2022-12-2217 min