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The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#60 - Starting Real Estate Investing at Age 49: How Bruce Brunner Built Wealth in Minneapolis
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clients struct...
2025-12-22
1h 25
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#59 - Rethinking Property Management for 2026 and Beyond w/ John Scribante
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2025-12-15
1h 25
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#58 - Scaling Lessons From an Investor Who Tried Everything w/James Faillettaz
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clients struct...
2025-12-08
1h 31
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#57 - Affordable Housing in St. Paul: Michael Willliams' Unfiltered Take
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clients struct...
2025-12-01
1h 15
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#56 - Partnership Lessons and Mgmt Challenges in Multifamily w/ Eric Eickhof
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clients struct...
2025-11-24
1h 28
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#55 - From Waiting Tables to Owning the Block - Lisa VanHorn's West Side Story
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes: https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clien...
2025-11-17
1h 10
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#54 - How HouseHacking Launched Dumi Thomsen’s 12-Door Portfolio + Private Lending Tips
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clients structure financing to maximize returns and long-ter...
2025-11-10
1h 34
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#53 - Why Small Banks Rule in CRE and How the USPS Became Andy Shornack's Only Tenant
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. https://www.youtube.com/@TwinCitiesRealEstateInvesting Book a meeting with Adam and/or Tim - go to TwinCitiesRealEstateInvesting.com/schedule
2025-11-03
1h 30
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#52 - "Mayoral Candidate Mike Hilborn: Can Business Principles Fix St. Paul?"
At just $5 a unit per month, it’s worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clients structur...
2025-10-27
1h 33
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#51 - Common Sense vs. Chaos: Fixing Minneapolis Housing Policy w/ Brian Strahan
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out TwinCitiesRealEstateInvesting.com/schedule Guest: Brian Strahan — Minneapolis City Council Candidate (Ward 1) Brian Strahan is a small-business owner, remodeler, and longtime Northeast Minneapolis resident running for the Ward 1 seat on the Minneapolis City Council. After earning a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Minnesota and working in research, Brian shifted toward hands-on work and founded Keep Smiling Builders, a remodeling firm focused on preserving older homes and improving energy efficiency. His campaign emphasizes practical problem-solving and a back-to-basics approach to city government—prioritizing reliable city services, publ...
2025-10-20
1h 16
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#50 - Your Realtor's Favorite Realtor - Adam Duckwall
Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show — Adam Duckwall At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes: https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and...
2025-10-13
1h 12
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#49 - How Kevin Apolinario Built a Portfolio From Scratch in 12 Months + Market Update
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo — Use discount code TCREI20 for 20% off. 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, Realtor, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 adam@UpsidePropertySales.com Tim Swierczek – Mortgage lender and experienced investor who helps clients struct...
2025-10-06
2h 22
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#48 - Another Hard Money Convo (because it's important..) w/ Sean Bloomquist
This episode is brought to you by Shuk Rentals — the smarter way to manage your rental properties. Just $5 per unit per month, with everything you need to stay organized and compliant. Get 20% off your first year with code TCREI20. www.shukrentals.com 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, broker, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 TwinCitiesRealEstateInvesting.com/schedule ...
2025-09-29
1h 41
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#47 - Building a Twin Cities Hard Money Business w/ Hadley Hornig
At just $5 a unit per month, it's worth checking out shukrentals.com or booking a live demo in the show notes. [https://calendly.com/oliver-theshuk/shuk-demo].. 20% discount code (TCREI20) 🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, broker, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 TwinCitiesRealEstateInvesting.com/schedule Hadley Hornig joins the show to share his journey from working at...
2025-09-22
1h 37
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#46 - Surviving the 11-Unit From Hell w/ Tyler Nash
🎙️ About the TCREI Hosts Adam Tafel – Investor, broker, and host of Twin Cities Real Estate Investing. Adam has helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and analyze investment properties across the metro. He works daily with local investors and is passionate about building wealth through smart real estate strategies. 📩 TwinCitiesRealEstateInvesting.com/schedule Tyler Nash returns to the show to walk us through his latest commercial purchase in South Minneapolis near Richfield — an 11-unit deal that came with more than its share of unexpected surprises. From problem tenants to hidden costs, this was a project that tested his r...
2025-09-15
1h 41
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#45 - Buyer’s Guide for Investors: What TC Data Reveals w/ Alex Marsolais
Alex Marsolais runs Home Free TC, a transaction coordination company serving agents across the Twin Cities—meaning he sees hundreds of real files the public never does. In this buyer-focused episode, Alex shares the ground-truth signals you won’t get from big data dashboards: how often deals are canceling and why, when buyers are using escalation clauses and appraisal-gap coverage, and what’s actually changed in the past five years from the TC’s front row. Think of it as a quick market check wrapped inside a real-world buyer’s guide for investors. What sets Alex apart is his cal...
2025-09-08
2h 10
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
#44 - How to Flip Houses the Right Way in 2025 w/ Glenn Williams
The "Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show" #44 "How to Flip Houses the Right Way in 2025" Glenn Williams Glenn Williams has been investing in real estate since the late 1990s, weathering every kind of market swing and coming out stronger each time. Today he’s a full-time house flipper in the Twin Cities, running a business that thrives on systems, teamwork, and decades of experience. In this episode, Glenn shares how he built a flipping operation that works, what it takes to manage contractors effectively, and how to keep projects on track when...
2025-09-01
2h 06
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #43 - Why Investors Overlook North Minneapolis (And Why They Shouldn’t) w/Liz Loveless
Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show #43 - Liz Loveless "Why Investors Overlook North Minneapolis (and Why They Shouldn't) Liz Loveless knows North Minneapolis better than almost anyone — not just as an agent but as a long-time investor and guide for flippers. Too many investors brush off the North Side based on headlines or assumptions. In this conversation, Liz shares why those perceptions miss the mark, how the market really works, and why savvy investors are finding opportunity where others see risk.
2025-08-25
1h 24
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #42 - Live-In Flipping 101: Adam Widder’s $150K Win
Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show This week’s guest is Adam Widder—back again to share how he just pulled off a $150,000 profit on a live-in flip in Crocus Hill. Adam and his family lived in the home for two years while he combined sweat equity with strategic hired help, even teaming up with his dad on parts of the project. The result? A beautifully restored home that worked for his family in the short term and turned into a major win when it came time to sell. We also talk about how he used...
2025-08-18
1h 09
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #41- From Teacher to 1,000+ Units: Todd Dexheimer’s Real Estate Journey
TCREI Show #41 - From Teacher to 1,000+ Units: Todd Dexheimer’s Real Estate Journey Key Topics Covered Transitioning from teaching to full-time real estate investing Starting with flips and scaling into large multifamily Syndication strategies and out-of-state investing How to find deals in competitive markets Impact-focused investing and building a values-driven business Lessons learned from scaling across multiple states Episode Summary In TCREI Show #41, we’re joined by Todd Dexheimer, a real estate investor, syndicator, and educator who went from being a Minnesota schoolteacher to owning and operating over...
2025-08-11
1h 43
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #40 - How Jordan Moorhead Turned a NE Duplex into 100+ Units Nationwide
TCREI Show #40: How Jordan Moorhead Turned a NE Duplex into 100+ Units Nationwide Key Topics Covered Surviving a nightmare first duplex deal: tenant sabotage, major repairs, and financing hurdles Leveraging a househack to slash living costs and launch a full-time investing career Getting licensed, building a local network, and expanding to Texas Mobile home park investing and commercial dealmaking How early mistakes — like neighbor decisions and CapEx surprises — can shape long-term strategies The importance of focused real estate education and not chasing every shiny object Episode Summary In TCRE...
2025-08-04
1h 46
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #39 - Twin Cities BRRRR Machine : the Richard Ochoa Story
TCREI Show #39: Flips, Refi, and Full-Time Real Estate w/ Richard Ochoa Key Topics Covered Starting with wholesaler deals and sweat equity Becoming a licensed contractor to self-manage projects Flipping homes and reinvesting in rentals Refinancing and scaling a small portfolio Transitioning from part-time to full-time real estate Episode Summary In TCREI Show #39, we sit down with Richard Ochoa, a real estate investor and licensed contractor who began investing in 2019 while working full-time. Richard got his start buying affordable properties from wholesalers, then renovating them himself to keep costs low...
2025-07-28
2h 03
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #38 - Networking Guru Alyssa Strom Shares Twin Cities’ Best Neighborhoods for ROI
TCREI Show #38: Where to Invest in the Twin Cities in 2025 (Our Top 15) w/ Alyssa Strom Key Topics Covered Top 15 investor-friendly neighborhoods in the Twin Cities Where to find value-add, cash flow, and long-term appreciation Building wealth through real estate networking and collaboration Founding REBL and Lyft for real estate community-building Alyssa Strom’s journey from investor to connector Episode Summary In TCREI Show #38, Alyssa Strom returns for a dynamic episode packed with market insight and community wisdom. Alyssa shares the backstory of how strategic networking fueled her real estate jo...
2025-07-21
1h 20
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #37 - 10 Years of Simple Deals w/ Adam Tafel
TCREI Show #37: 10 Years of Simple Deals w/ Adam Tafel Key Topics Covered Building a portfolio through steady, conventional deals Why slow and simple beats fast and flashy Long-term, mid-term, and short-term rental strategy mix Avoiding overleveraging and burnout What worked, what didn’t, and what Adam would do again Episode Summary In TCREI Show #37, co-host Adam Tafel sits in the guest seat to reflect on 10 years of real estate investing in the Twin Cities. His approach has been calm, consistent, and effective — built around buying quality properties in good loca...
2025-07-14
1h 07
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #36 - Twin Cities Housing Trends and Opportunities - Summer 2025
TCREI Show #36: Summer 2025 Market Update Key Topics Covered Local vs. national housing trends in 2025 Why Minnesota’s market remains resilient Real-time deal stories from investors in the field Lending updates and strategy pivots Political and regulatory issues on the horizon Episode Summary In TCREI Show #36, it’s just Adam and Tim unpacking what’s really going on in the Twin Cities real estate market this summer. They kick things off with a local market update, contrasting the relative stability in Minnesota with the price cuts, inventory spikes, and investor anxiet...
2025-07-07
1h 01
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #35 - "Using Equity to Scale a Real Estate Portfolio w/ DIY Pro Evan Kraljic"
TCREI Show #35: Using Equity to Scale a Real Estate Portfolio w/ DIY Pro Evan Kraljic Key Topics Covered Househacking and building equity through sweat equity Leveraging HELOCs to fund acquisitions and renovations Pulling permits and managing projects with a contractor’s license Representing yourself with a real estate license Neighborhood-level investment insights in the Twin Cities Tenant screening, inspections, and hands-on project management Episode Summary In TCREI Show #35, we’re joined by Evan Kraljic, a self-taught investor, licensed contractor, and DIY renovation pro who has built an impr...
2025-06-30
1h 47
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #34 - "22 Years, One Marriage, and a Lot of Rentals w/ Tim and Nicole Swierczek
TCREI Show #34: 22 Years, One Marriage, and a Lot of Rentals w/ Tim and Nicole Swierczek Key Topics Covered Growing a rental portfolio over two decades Marriage, business, and raising a family through real estate Managing tenant issues, maintenance, and burnout What they wish they’d known earlier The long-game mindset: persistence, patience, and payoff Episode Summary In TCREI Show #34, Nicole Swierczek joins her husband Tim Swierczek for an honest and heartfelt look back at their 22-year journey as mom-and-pop real estate investors. What began with the sale of their fi...
2025-06-23
1h 17
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #33 - From Househacking to BRRRR to Mobile Home Parks w/ Matt Bergstrom
TCREI Show #33: From Househacking to BRRRR to Mobile Home Parks w/ Matt Bergstrom Key Topics Covered Househacking a townhome as a first step Renovating and renting out duplexes and single-family homes Section 8 tenants and rent-to-own lessons Transitioning into Airbnb and “make me move” pricing Leaving a W2 job for full-time investing Sourcing and scaling mobile home park deals Episode Summary In TCREI Show #33, we talk with Matt Bergstrom, a full-time real estate investor with a diverse portfolio and a story grounded in slow, purposeful growth. Matt’s journe...
2025-06-16
1h 00
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #32 - A Financial Advisor’s Frugal Path to Freedom w/ Scott Jensen
TCREI Show #32: A Financial Advisor's Frugal Path to Freedom w/ Scott Jensen Key Topics Covered What financial advisors actually invest in — and why Combining frugality, DIY, and real estate to build wealth Selling off rental properties to focus on passive investments Using tax code strategies to transition without penalties Shifting perspectives on risk, control, and freedom Episode Summary In TCREI Show #32, we talk with Scott Jensen, a financial advisor and real estate investor known for his disciplined, practical approach to building wealth. While many advisors talk the talk, Scott ha...
2025-06-09
1h 40
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI #31 - 2025 Suburban Multifamily Data
TCREI Show #31: 2025 Suburban Multifamily Data Key Topics Covered Lack of sales volume in many suburban municipalities Suburbs that stand out for rent-to-price ratios Surprising strengths and weaknesses of high-end suburbs 10-year average suburban sales price trends Best- and worst-appreciating suburban multifamily markets How suburban performance compares to Minneapolis & St. Paul Our honest take on the 2025 suburban multifamily landscape Episode Summary In TCREI Show #31, Tim and Adam return with the third installment in their multifamily data series — this time focused on suburban markets across the Twin Ci...
2025-06-02
36 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI #30 - How Steve "The Uptown Guy" Taylor Made a Fortune in S Mpls
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show #30 "How Steve "The Uptown Guy" Taylor Made a Fortune in S Mpls Steve Taylor is a real estate broker, manager, and investor operating out of Lowry Hill Minneapolis. Steve came to the states from his home country of New Zealand back in the early 2000s, landing in Minnesota shortly after the real estate crash of 08. Steve immediately saw opportunity where others did not, buying up small multifamily properties in the Uptown and surrounding neighborhoods of South Minneapolis. Today Steve has his broker's license in multiple states, and (similar...
2025-05-26
1h 36
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI #29 - "Achieving FIRE without the Burnout" w/ Alyssa Strom
TCREI Show #29: Achieving FIRE without the Burnout w/ Alyssa Strom Key Topics Covered Reaching financial independence through real estate Property management, development, and long-term holds Investing in lifestyle freedom, not just cash flow Navigating real-world deal pivots and challenges Staying resilient through investing ups and downs Episode Summary In TCREI Show #29, we talk with Alyssa Strom, a passionate and experienced real estate investor based in the Twin Cities. Her journey began in 2014 after reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad, and she’s since been involved in property management, real estate de...
2025-05-19
1h 40
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI #28 - SF Strategy to App Development (plus St Paul Rent Control Update) w/ Oliver Lerner
TCREI Show #28: From Single Family Strategy to Software Development w/ Oliver Lerner Key Topics Covered St Louis Park Landlord Organizing House hacking single-family homes in St. Louis Park Self-managing 10 single-family rentals Building and scaling a mission-driven proptech company Tenant-first management philosophy From rental operations to software development Episode Summary In TCREI Show #28, we sit down with Oliver Lerner, a real estate investor and tech founder based in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Oliver began his journey house hacking single-family homes in St. Louis Park after college, gradually expanding into...
2025-05-12
1h 41
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #27 - Inside the Mind of a Twin Cities Wholesaler w/ Brad Smith
TCREI Show #27: Inside the Mind of a Wholesaler with Brad Smith Key Topics Covered Wholesaling in the Twin Cities market The investor mindset behind sourcing deals How contracting experience shapes investment strategy Navigating the challenges and frustrations of wholesaling The real talk behind working in off-market acquisitions Episode Summary In TCREI Show #27, we sit down with Brad Smith, owner and operator of iBuyMSP, a Twin Cities-based wholesaling company. Brad brings a deep, boots-on-the-ground perspective to the conversation — drawing on his background in general contracting, his deal sourcing strategies, and th...
2025-05-05
1h 25
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #26 - For the Love of Old Homes w/ Claire Johnston
TCREI Show #26: For the Love of Old Homes w/ Claire Johnston Key Topics Covered From DIY renovator to social media influencer First rental property purchase in 2020 Transitioning from corporate to self-employment The value of thoughtful design and visual storytelling Building a high-quality real estate portfolio with intention Episode Summary In TCREI Show #26, we sit down with Claire Johnston, the creative mind behind the popular Instagram account @minncenturymod. Claire began sharing her home renovation projects back in 2018 and has since built a loyal following thanks to her refreshing style, accessible...
2025-04-28
1h 16
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #25 - How Matt Schober Invests Intelligently and Consistently with a Day Job
TCREI Show #25: How Matt Schober Invests Intelligently and Consistently with a Day Job Key Topics Covered Transitioning from out-of-state investing to local Twin Cities assets Investing in 1–4 unit properties while maintaining a full-time job Structuring your investing strategy around your time and energy Using data and past experience to sharpen investment analysis How macroeconomic trends (like tariffs) impact local REI decisions Episode Summary In TCREI Show #25, we’re joined by Matt Schober, a real estate investor and tech consultant based in St. Paul. Matt started investing right after college — buying...
2025-04-21
1h 23
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #24 - How Tucker Mortier Went From Newbie to 10 Doors in 3 Years
TCREI Show #24: How Tucker Mortier Went From Newbie to 10 Doors in 3 Years Key Topics Covered House hacking through owner-occupied duplexes Navigating landlord-tenant relationships Negotiating deals in today’s small multifamily market Creative financing and contract for deed strategy to buy a laundry mat Building a 10-door portfolio with steady consistency Episode Summary In Episode 24, we sit down with Tucker Mortier, a rising real estate investor based in St. Paul. Over just three years, Tucker has purchased three owner-occupied duplexes, using strategic financing, negotiation, and determination to assemble a solid 10-d...
2025-04-14
1h 47
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #23 - Spring Market Update
Episode 23: Spring Market Update Key Topics Covered Current Twin Cities housing market trends Detailed data breakdown from March 2025 What’s working in today’s investment environment Financing structures and creative deal terms Single-family rental outlook & supply Recent deals: 2-4 unit success stories Why we host real estate meetups — and why you should come Episode Summary In Episode 23, it’s just the home team — Adam Tafel and Tim Swierczek — walking through the current state of the Twin Cities real estate market. This spring update includes real numbers from...
2025-04-07
1h 05
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #22 - A Broker's Guide to Multifamily in 2025 w/ Nathan Opatz
Episode 22: "A Broker's Guide to Multifamily" w/ Nathan Opatz Key Topics Covered What’s really happening in the 4–20 unit multifamily market What sellers care about (and how to win them) Direct, no-nonsense advice from 24 years in the industry Strategies for buyers in today’s market The value of persistence and consistency over time Episode Summary In Episode 22, we sit down with Nathan Opatz, a seasoned real estate broker and multifamily expert with 24 years of experience. Nathan runs Apartment Cash Flow Inc., a firm based in Hudson, Wisconsin, that specializes in the...
2025-03-31
1h 30
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #21 - Managing Like a Pro w/ Elzie McGee
Episode 21: Managing Like a Pro w/ Elzie McGee Key Topics Covered Property management best practices from a seasoned pro Growing up in North Minneapolis and breaking into real estate Building generational wealth as a first-generation investor Lessons from managing thousands of units Investing in small multifamily across Minneapolis Episode Summary In Episode 21, we’re joined by Elzie McGee, a seasoned property manager and real estate investor based in North Minneapolis. Elzie has managed thousands of rental units professionally and also owns a growing portfolio of small multifamily properties across th...
2025-03-24
1h 53
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #20 - My Real Estate Dad, Will Rolf
Episode 20: "My Real Estate Dad" w/ Will Rolf Key Topics Covered Landlording in St. Paul Renting a mansion by the room Small multifamily investing Transitioning to mixed-use and commercial real estate (He bought Sweeney's Saloon) Mentorship, values, and building community through real estate Episode Summary In Episode 20, we sit down with Will Rolf — a real estate broker, manager, and investor based in Cathedral Hill, St. Paul. Will began investing in the 1990s while working as a Realtor and slowly scaled from small multifamily properties and single-family homes to...
2025-03-17
1h 21
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #19 - The Rent Control Mess in St Paul w/ Nate Hood
Episode 19: The Rent Control Mess in St. Paul w/ Nate Hood Key Topics Covered The origins and consequences of rent control in St. Paul Planning Commissioner Nate Hood’s case against rent control How zoning and building codes impact housing supply What investors are seeing on the ground vs. what policy promises Honest disagreements and shared goals for St. Paul’s future Episode Summary In Episode 19, we sit down with Nate Hood — a dad, husband, real estate investor, and St. Paul Planning Commissioner. Nate resides in Ward 3, works for Hennep...
2025-03-10
1h 30
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #18 - From Drywaller to $2m Flips w/ Corey Wright
TCREI Show #18: From Drywaller to $2M Flips w/ Corey Wright Key Topics Covered Breaking into real estate through drywall and trade work Learning by working for house flippers Starting and scaling a house-flipping business Transitioning to high-end flips with $2M+ ARVs Managing multiple businesses: flipping, property management, and sales Episode Summary In TCREI Show #18, we welcome Corey Wright, a Minnetonka-based real estate investor with an incredible story of hustle, learning, and long-term growth. Corey grew up in North Minneapolis and started out in the trades, installing sheetrock for local...
2025-03-03
1h 31
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #17 - New Year, New Laws w/ Brad Schaeppi
TCREI Show #17: New Year, New Laws w/ Brad Schaeppi Key Topics Covered Recent updates to Minnesota landlord/tenant laws Screening tenants and managing risk The eviction process and legal requirements How school districts impact neighborhood values Minneapolis renter notification rules Resources every Twin Cities landlord should know Episode Summary In TCREI Show #17, Brad Schaeppi joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on all things Minnesota landlord law. Brad is a full-time attorney, landlord, father, former city council representative, and fifth-generation Minneapolitan — giving him a rare and valuable perspective on...
2025-02-24
1h 57
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #16 - Quitting Your W2 After Deal #1 w/ Andrew Street
TCREI Show #16: Quitting Your W2 After Deal #1 w/ Andrew Street Key Topics Covered Househacking a historic duplex in Hastings, MN Turning a unit into a successful short-term rental (STR) Using real estate to subsidize travel and lifestyle Quitting a W2 job to pursue real estate full-time Launching an STR management business with virtual assistants Episode Summary In TCREI Show #16, we’re joined by long-time friend of the show Andrew Street — and it’s about time! Andrew and his wife Tammy bought their first property in 2020, a beautifully preserved 1860s up/dow...
2025-02-17
57 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #15: Minneapolis Sales & Rental Data Trends
TCREI Show #15: Minneapolis Sales & Rental Data Trends Key Topics Covered Minneapolis rental, housing, and small multifamily data What the latest numbers say about affordability and inventory Surprising trends revealed through local sales data Why context matters more than spreadsheets alone How to use data to develop investor perspective Episode Summary In TCREI Show #15, Tim and Adam go guest-free for another data-focused deep dive, this time spotlighting the Minneapolis rental and sales market. This episode builds on discussions from the Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Meetup, a monthly in-person event...
2025-02-10
48 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #14: Househacking w/ Twins – Abby and Vicky Hidalgo
TCREI Show #14: Househacking w/ Twins – Abby and Vicky Hidalgo Key Topics Covered Starting with a duplex after leaving single-family comfort Building a small portfolio of multifamily properties Twin sister teamwork and partnership dynamics Overcoming early fears and embracing change Why househacking still works today Episode Summary In TCREI Show #14, we sit down with Abby and Vicky Hidalgo, twin sisters and Twin Cities househackers who’ve built a modest and effective portfolio of small multifamily properties. Their journey started with a bold move — leaving the comfort of a single-family home in Far...
2025-02-03
57 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #13 - 5X Househack MVP w/Adam Widder
TCREI Show #13: 5X HouseHack MVP w/ Adam Widder Key Topics Covered Starting with a flip while stationed in Kansas Using flip profits to fund multiple househacks Strategic growth through B-class multifamily in St. Paul Transitioning from corporate property management to full-time sales Gradual move into commercial real estate Episode Summary In TCREI Show #13, we’re joined by Adam Widder, a commercial asset manager and former corporate property manager based in Crocus Hill, St. Paul. Adam’s real estate journey began with a flip in Kansas, completed while he was serv...
2025-01-27
1h 25
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Tafeltime #4 - Gameplan for 2025
How should the average Minnesotan approach real estate investing in 2025? Real estate content on the internet/social media can be inspiring and helpful - but not always practical when it comes to everyone's market and financial situation. Adam gives his two cents on the downsides to real estate "influencers", ideas for practical investing in 2025, the current state of the market, and much more.
2025-01-23
37 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #12 - Building a Modest St Paul Residential Portfolio w/ Linda Alter
TCREI Show #12: Building a Modest St. Paul Residential Portfolio w/ Linda Alter Key Topics Covered Building wealth through a small but strategic residential portfolio St. Paul submarkets and investor-friendly neighborhoods Representing investors as a Realtor Challenges and lessons from tenant management Planning for retirement through real estate Episode Summary In TCREI Show #12, Linda Alter joins us to share her story of slow, steady, and smart real estate investing. A real estate professional since the mid-1990s, Linda has called St. Paul home for most of her career. Through a...
2025-01-20
59 min
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TCREI Show #11: From Residential to Mixed-Use Mastery w/ Kurt Pauley
TCREI Show #11: From Residential to Mixed-Use Mastery w/ Kurt Pauley Key Topics Covered Investing in out-of-state residential and small multifamily Transitioning to commercial and mixed-use buildings Commercial real estate brokerage in the Twin Cities Finding value in Minneapolis properties Investor mindset, ego, and practical deal-making Episode Summary In TCREI Show #11, we sit down with Kurt Pauley, a commercial real estate broker and investor who brings a calm, confident perspective to our local market. Kurt began his investing journey with residential and small multifamily properties in out-of-state markets, gaining experience...
2025-01-07
1h 35
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TCREI Show #10 - Twin Cities Short Term Rentals w/ Tanya Rooney
TCREI Show #10: Accidental Airbnb Empire w/ Tanya Rooney Key Topics Covered How an unsold flip led to a short-term rental career Building a 5-property Airbnb portfolio in the Twin Cities Lessons learned from managing large homes as STRs The importance of blunt advice and practical systems How to get help setting up or managing a STR business Episode Summary In TCREI Show #10, we’re joined by Tanya Rooney, a Twin Cities-based real estate investor, short-term rental operator, and podcaster. Tanya entered the world of Airbnb by accident — after a flip...
2024-12-30
1h 22
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TCREI Show #9: Surviving the Crash and Thriving After w/ Matt Brown
TCREI Show #9: Surviving the Crash and Thriving After w/ Matt Brown Key Topics Covered Lessons from the 2008 market crash and recovery Class-C property management stories and takeaways Trends shaping the Twin Cities real estate market Mindset tips for agents, investors, and entrepreneurs Coaching and career advice for new real estate professionals Episode Summary In TCREI Show #9, Matt Brown joins Tim and Adam to reflect on his decades-long career in real estate — one that includes weathering the 2008 housing crash, scaling operations, and mentoring hundreds of real estate professionals. Matt is th...
2024-12-23
1h 09
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TCREI Show #8 - Lending Changes and Rent Control in 2024
TCREI Show #8: Lending Changes and Rent Control in 2024 Key Topics Covered Lending guideline updates for 2024 FHA and conventional loan limit increases Using border income for qualification The latest effects of St. Paul's rent control Investor access and affordability in the changing market Episode Summary In TCREI Show #8, Tim and Adam take the mics solo to cover two timely and high-impact topics: 2024 lending updates and the continued saga of St. Paul rent control. Tim outlines key mortgage guideline changes, including raised FHA and conventional loan limits — a significant wi...
2024-12-16
57 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #7: 20+ Years of Twin Cities Real Estate Wisdom w/ Kirk Duckwall
TCREI Show #7: 20+ Years of Twin Cities Real Estate Wisdom w/ Kirk Duckwall Key Topics Covered Flipping experience in the early 2000s Real estate brokerage leadership and team-building Residential market data and the BRIX Market Meter Construction background and how it informs client decisions Best practices for home sales, property management, and market timing Episode Summary In TCREI Show #7, we’re joined by Kirk Duckwall, a 20+ year real estate professional and co-owner of BRIX Real Estate, a boutique brokerage serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Kirk’s journey began in the...
2024-12-09
1h 07
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TCREI Show #6: Legal Insights from a Househacking Attorney w/ Kwame Osafo-Addo
TCREI Show #6: Legal Insights from a Househacking Attorney w/ Kwame Osafo-Addo Key Topics Covered Househacking in Long Lake, MN Legal guidance for landlords and small business owners Dealing with tenant disputes through deescalation and compromise Kwame’s experience representing hundreds of tenants Tips for landlords on lease agreements and eviction process Episode Summary In TCREI Show #6, we welcome Kwame Osafo-Addo, an attorney and real estate investor based in Long Lake, MN. Kwame lives in a househacked duplex and offers legal counsel to small business owners and landlords, particularly in th...
2024-12-02
1h 04
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TCREI Show #5: Doing the Work: 850 Deals and Counting w/ Liz Sibet
TCREI Show #5: Doing the Work: 850 Deals and Counting w/ Liz Sibet Key Topics Covered Starting as a college househacker and scaling up Completing 850+ real estate transactions as agent and investor Flipping 20+ homes a month with multiple crews Managing operations, growth, and momentum Staying focused through setbacks, stress, and challenges Episode Summary In TCREI Show #5, we highlight the other end of the investing spectrum — with Liz Sibet, one of the most prolific and experienced real estate investors in the Twin Cities. Liz started as a college househacker in the early 2000s...
2024-11-25
57 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #4 - "St Paul Data and Market Update"
TCREI Show #4: St Paul Data and Market Update Key Topics Covered St. Paul rental market performance Housing sales data in St. Paul neighborhoods Trends in 2–4 unit multifamily deals How to apply market data without overanalyzing Monthly meetup data recap and context for new investors Episode Summary In TCREI Show #4, Adam and Tim go deep into the St. Paul real estate market, sharing insights and takeaways from their latest Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Meetup. This episode focuses on rental, housing, and small multifamily data in St. Paul — and how inve...
2024-11-18
1h 03
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TCREI Show #3: Small Deals, Good Partners, and Long-Term Plays w/ Tyler Nash
TCREI Show #3: Small Deals, Good Partners, and Long-Term Plays w/ Tyler Nash Key Topics Covered Starting with an off-market single-family deal in North Branch Partnering on duplexes and mid-size multifamily Buying and managing a 7-unit property in the western suburbs Transitioning to small commercial multifamily with a contractor partner Building long-term wealth through simple, well-executed deals Episode Summary In TCREI Show #3, we talk with Tyler Nash, a real estate investor based in Forest Lake, MN, whose investing career began over a decade ago with an off-market single-family home in...
2024-11-10
1h 13
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TafelTime #3 - Election Day Eve
Election Day Episode! If high school friends aren’t fighting in the comments I will consider this Tafeltime a failure. Don’t let that happen ! Also- interest rates, homebuyer credits, “early?” retirement, crypto bros, and so much more. You can find my TCREI Show w/ Tim Swierczek AND Tafeltime on all podcast platforms ! And YouTube! I hope everyone gets out to vote tomorrow - thanks for tuning in.
2024-11-04
18 min
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TCREI Show #2: Rianna Redig From South Minneapolis to Commercial Space w/ Rianna Redig
TCREI Show #2: From South Minneapolis to Commercial Space w/ Rianna Redig Key Topics Covered Buying affordable single-family homes in South Minneapolis Partnering on duplex acquisitions in Richfield Transitioning into commercial office renovations Self-managing professional tenant spaces in Rochester Scaling through practical, high-impact investing decisions Episode Summary In TCREI Show #2, we sit down with Rianna Redig, a Twin Cities-based investor who began her journey in 2015, buying affordable single-family homes in South Minneapolis. Alongside her partner, she expanded into 2–4 unit multifamily properties in Richfield, gradually building a track record of smart, gr...
2024-11-03
56 min
The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show
TCREI Show #1 - Adam and Tim
TCREI Show #1: Welcome to the Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show Key Topics Covered Why we started the Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show Personal stories of growth, setbacks, and wins in real estate Tim and Adam’s investment philosophies and approaches What listeners can expect from future episodes and guests Episode Summary In the debut episode of the Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show, co-hosts Tim Swierczek and Adam Tafel interview each other to introduce the podcast and share their personal real estate journeys. Tim is a veteran mortgage lender an...
2024-10-29
58 min