In this episode, Todd Dexheimer highlights the importance of due diligence for Limited Partners (LPs). He stresses that evaluating the sponsor is just as critical as analyzing the deal. A strong sponsor has the experience, a solid team, a proven track record, personal investment in the deal, and transparent reporting.

When assessing a deal, LPs should prioritize strong locations, conservative financing, real cash flow, and solid underwriting. Fixed-rate debt and adequate reserves reduce risk, while stress testing ensures the deal can withstand market fluctuations. While no investment is risk-free, thorough vetting of both the sponsor and the deal helps minimize surprises.

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POWC # 769 - The Ultimate Guide to Passive Real Estate Investing

In today's competitive real estate market, where first impressions are everything, the art of home staging has emerged as a game-changer. The strategic presentation of a property can alter potential buyers' perceptions, leading to expedited sales and higher offers. Staging transforms spaces into inviting sanctuaries, allowing buyers to envision their lives within the walls. This article delves into the visionary approach of staging, highlighting how this powerful tool can amplify a property's market value and appeal, providing real estate professionals and homeowners with the edge they need to succeed.

The Real Estate Advantage - How Staging Drives Higher Property Values

Want to start investing in real estate but not sure where to begin? Kamal Lidder shares expert tips for small investors, from setting a budget to choosing the right property. Learn how to minimize risks, maximize cash flow, and grow your wealth step by step. Start your real estate journey today!

Kamal Lidder Shares Tips for Small Investors in Real Estate

In this episode, we dive deep into Debt Arbitrage with Brent Bowers, an Army officer turned land investor, founder of The Land Sharks, and host of the Wholesaling Inc. podcast. He shares how he builds wealth by leveraging other people's money—just like the banks do!

🌍 What You'll Learn:

 ✔️ What debt arbitrage is and how it works
 ✔️ How to earn passive income with land investing
 ✔️ How to borrow money at a lower interest rate and lend it at a higher rate
 ✔️ How to mitigate risk when leveraging other people’s money
 ✔️ How to think like a bank and maximize cash flow

⏳ Timestamps:

 0:00 - Why banks don’t use their own money to make money
 0:45 - Meet Brent Bowers: From Army officer to land investor
 1:30 - Breaking down the debt arbitrage strategy
 2:20 - How Brent used his mother-in-law’s money to finance a land deal
 3:10 - The risk factors & how to mitigate them
 4:00 - Why land investing is a great wealth-building strategy
 5:15 - Key takeaways & final thoughts

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Debt Arbitrage - Earn Interest on Other People’s Money

In this episode, we explore Lifestyle Asset Investing with Katie Cline, an award-winning PR executive, real estate investor, and host of the Suite Success podcast. She shares why investors should look beyond just the numbers when evaluating rental properties and how to balance financial returns with personal lifestyle benefits.


🌍 What You'll Learn:

✔️ What Lifestyle Asset Investing is and how it differs from traditional real estate investing
✔️ The benefits of owning short-term rentals in places you love
✔️ How to balance personal use with profitability
✔️ The biggest mistakes investors make when turning second homes into rentals
✔️ Why seasonality, expenses, and management costs matter in STR investments

⏳ Timestamps:
0:00 - Most investors focus only on numbers—why that can be a mistake
0:45 - Meet Katie Klein: PR executive turned real estate investor
1:30 - Why she only invests in places she loves to visit
2:20 - How knowing your ideal guest improves rental success
3:10 - The danger of emotionally overspending on a second home
4:00 - How to use AirDNA and PriceLabs for better investment decisions
5:15 - The importance of defining your real estate investment goals
6:30 - Seasonality, cash flow risks, and why short-term rentals need flexibility
7:45 - The hidden cost of being ‘tied’ to a vacation rental
8:30 - Key takeaways & final thoughts

“Lifestyle Assets”: Can You Mix Business & Pleasure with Second Homes?

When it comes to real estate investing, there isn’t just one way to approach it. Many novice investors assume they need a mortgage to buy a property, but there are dozens of ways to structure deals—some of which require little to no money upfront.

In this episode, we sit down with Bishoy Habib, a real estate and business attorney with over a dozen years of experience. Having represented real estate developers, investors, and financial institutions in over 1,000 complex transactions totaling $12 billion, Bishoy shares his insights on creative deal structuring.

We dive into seller financing and subject-to transactions—two creative real estate strategies that have gained popularity in recent years, especially with rising interest rates. Bishoy walks us through how these deals work, the risks involved, and how to protect both buyers and sellers.

If you’re interested in expanding your real estate investing knowledge beyond traditional financing, this episode is a must-listen!



🌍 What You'll Learn:

✔️ Why creative deal structuring is crucial in today’s market
✔️ How seller financing works and its benefits
✔️ The rise of subject-to transactions and how they function
✔️ Risks involved in these strategies and how to mitigate them
✔️ Legal insights on structuring these deals safely


⏳ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to creative real estate investing
01:45 - Meet Bishoy Habib: Real estate attorney with $12B in transactions
04:30 - Why creative deal structuring is essential today
07:15 - What is seller financing and how does it work?
12:40 - Understanding subject-to transactions
18:30 - Risks and legal considerations of subject-to deals
24:00 - Protecting buyers and sellers in creative real estate deals
30:00 - The importance of having your own attorney
35:15 - How Bishoy helps clients and where to connect with him

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0% Down on Investment Properties? Creative Financing with Bishoy Habib

In this episode, we dive into the importance of reclaiming your time through real estate investing. Nick Sicilian, a seasoned real estate investor and founder of REIAf.com, shares his journey from working offshore to using real estate to buy back his time. Whether you're into wholesaling, flipping, rental properties, or passive investing, this episode will help you understand how real estate can give you the freedom to live life on your terms.


🌍 What You'll Learn:

✔️ Why time is your most valuable resource
✔️ How Nick went from making $200,000 a year offshore to investing in real estate
✔️ Different ways to make money in real estate, from wholesaling to passive investments
✔️ The power of buying back your time through real estate entrepreneurship
✔️ How real estate can help you achieve location independence
✔️ The benefits of starting slow and steady with real estate investing

⏳ Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction: Why time is the most valuable resource
1:00 - Nick’s journey from offshore engineer to real estate investor
3:30 - Different ways to make money in real estate: wholesaling, flipping, rentals, and passive investing
5:15 - How real estate can give you more freedom and flexibility
7:00 - The power of taking time off with your family, like hiking in Patagonia
9:00 - Nick’s tips for starting in real estate and buying back your time
10:30 - Where to connect with Nick and REIAf.com for more resources


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Buy Back Your Time with Real Estate

Everyone talks about “passive income” like owning rental properties is a walk in the park. But what if being a landlord isn’t the dream—it’s the trap?

In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Voulgarakis, a commercial real estate investor who’s acquired over $300M worth of property through Southgate Ventures. We’re pulling back the curtain on the myth of easy real estate wealth—and diving into the realities few people talk about.
From permits and problem tenants to costly mistakes and illiquidity, Michael shares what landlording really takes—and why passive investing might be the smarter play for most people.


🌍 What You'll Learn:

✔️ Why landlording rarely feels “passive”
✔️ The biggest misconceptions about owning rental properties
✔️ How even “good deals” come with a price—your time
✔️ Why it’s so easy to overpay and lock up capital
✔️ The hidden costs most landlords forget to factor in
✔️ How to diversify with expert operators without being one yourself
✔️ A better way to build wealth without becoming a full-time landlord

⏳ Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro: Is landlording really worth it?
1:20 – Why the “passive income” dream is misleading
3:45 – Finding off-market deals: harder than it looks
5:30 – Permits, contractors, inspectors—oh my
7:10 – What returns really look like after all the headaches
9:00 – The high cost of entry vs. ease of stock investing
11:25 – When DIY property management stops working
13:10 – Is your time being eaten alive by your rental?
14:40 – The better alternative: invest passively with experts
16:00 – Michael’s parting advice for aspiring real estate investors
17:00 – How to connect with Michael and learn more

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Landlording Sucks & Rental Income Isn’t Passive — Do This Instead

Most people have never even heard of a self-directed IRA—let alone understand what it can actually do for their financial freedom. With only 5% of IRA holders choosing this path, it raises the question: is the traditional route limiting your investment options?
In this episode, we’re joined by Aaron Fragnito—real estate investor and founder of People’s Capital Group—to demystify self-directed IRAs. He explains how you can invest in real estate, private businesses, and even crypto inside your IRA... while avoiding common pitfalls that could land you in hot water with the IRS. If you've ever wondered whether alternative investing belongs in your retirement strategy, this episode is for you.


🌍 What You'll Learn:

✔️ What exactly is a self-directed IRA and how it differs from a standard IRA
✔️ What assets you can (and can’t) hold in a self-directed IRA
✔️ How to avoid violating IRS rules when investing in real estate
✔️ Why diversification still matters—even when going alternative
✔️ A breakdown of common fees and what to look out for
✔️ Why you don’t have to move all your IRA funds to go self-directed
✔️ How Aaron helps investors grow wealth through New Jersey multifamily properties

⏳ Timestamps:

0:00 – Why most people don’t know about self-directed IRAs
1:15 – What is a self-directed IRA, really?
2:40 – What you can and can’t invest in (hint: no wine cellars or your kid’s college fund)
4:00 – Real estate? Yes. Your family vacation home? Nope.
5:30 – Prohibited transactions and the role of your IRA custodian
7:00 – Typical fees: account setup, annual costs, and hidden charges to watch for
9:20 – Flat fee vs. asset-based pricing models
10:50 – The real cost of complexity: Why simple fee structures matter
12:30 – Diversifying between stocks and real estate inside your IRA
14:15 – What percentage of your IRA to self-direct (and why all-in might be risky)
16:00 – Roth self-directed IRAs: Yes, they exist!
17:30 – How Aaron helps investors access NJ real estate passively


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Are Self-Directed IRAs Worth the Fees?

Shaya Seidenfeld shares how real estate investing can help you build long-term wealth. In this episode, he explains why real estate is a strong asset, how to start small, and what to watch out for. A great listen if you're thinking about investing in property for steady growth.

Shaya Seidenfeld Talks About Real Estate Investing to Build Long-Term Wealth

Kamal Lidder is a skilled wealth advisor known for his personal touch and financial know-how. He uses his strong finance background to create tailored plans for his clients, covering investments, retirement planning, and tax savings. Kamal is respected for his honesty and dedication, aiming to build lasting relationships while helping clients navigate the world of wealth management for long-term success.

Welcome to JL Coates, where we transform spaces into experiences. As an award-winning, full-service interior design studio, we specialize in both residential and commercial design projects. Our main office is located in the heart of Scottsdale, AZ, with a secondary office in Cherry Hill, NJ, enabling us to offer our design services nationwide.
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Our portfolio includes a diverse range of projects, from bathroom and kitchen remodels to full home transformations, custom new builds, commercial design, company branding, and professional consulting services. At JL Coates, we believe in a streamlined, stress-free design and build process. We serve as your advocate, providing design oversight during construction to ensure your project is completed within budget and on time.
We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, often working hand-in-hand with other industry professionals such as architects, builders, and licensed contractors. This ensures a high level of quality and consistency, guaranteeing a positive client experience. We value each project, big or small, and offer various levels of service to meet your needs. At JL Coates, every project is treated as a personal investment.

Shaya Seidenfeld is a real estate advisor who specializes in guiding clients through the process of buying, selling, and investing in property. With a focus on personalized service and expert advice, Shaya works to help each client reach their real estate goals easily. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced investor, Shaya's knowledge of the market and dedication to your success make the experience smooth and stress-free.

Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus in business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers and coaches. 

Todd Dexheimer, with Endurus Capital focuses on multi-family and senior housing syndication, specializing in purchasing value add apartment buildings in emerging markets. His companies currently own 4,000 units with $400mm assets under management. Todd talks openly about what it takes to run a successful business and become financially free. He talks about mistakes and lessons learned and how you can avoid the same pitfalls. Subscribe to our show and you won't be disappointed.

You don't need to be rich to invest in real estate. And you don't need to become a landlord either. In quick 5-20 minute bites, learn how to invest small amounts in passive real estate investments such as syndications, notes, and funds. We also cover how to buy properties actively if you do want to invest in real estate as a side hustle. With enough passive income, you reach financial independence — and your day job becomes optional.

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