The world's best podcast about the mindsets, behaviors, attitudes, and activities for the Appraisal, Real Estate, and Lending industries. Hosted by well known Real Estate and Appraiser Success Coach, Blaine Feyen, founder and CEO of the Real Value Group and Real Value Coaching Academy in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the Real Value Podcast covers a variety of topics involving all three of those businesses, as well as the topics of success, communication, leadership, balance, marketing, social medi ...
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Old Capital Real Estate Investing Podcast with Michael Becker & Paul Peebles
Michael Becker & Paul Peebles
The Old Capital Real Estate Investing Podcast is aimed at Multifamily Real Estate Investors both new and seasoned. Hosts Michael Becker and Paul Peebles deliver no-hype education from an experienced commercial banker’s perspective. You will gain valuable insights from in-depth interviews with real life investors who are actively acquiring and operating apartment complexes in today’s environment. You will discover how they are identifying, financing and operating multifamily properties, as we ...
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In this episode, Blaine tackles the sometimes controversial topic of toxic masculinity. The word has come to define almost anything and everything 'male' and this episode aims to dispel that. Blaine talks about it in the realm of the appraisal profession, but also the expectations and roles of men in general.…
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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: “Is Michael Becker, the Jerry Jones of Real Estate? Creating value.”
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26:44Netflix recently covered Jerry Jones’s acquisition of the Dallas Cowboys and their rise to become the world’s most valuable sports franchise. Jones didn’t buy a team that was immediately winning. With patience and the money to build a better product- (better players) he transformed the Cowboys into becoming Super Bowl Champions within a few years. …
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In this episode, Blaine introduces his proprietary framework for building a thriving real estate appraisal business. It's a 7-part framework called BOSSMAP™, where each letter is a commandment to do something and be something in your business. Get ready to take notes and write down the steps for building a killer appraisal business.…
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EPS 333 - Breaking Barriers – Boss Women of Multifamily: Deals, Grit, and Sisterhood
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45:04Four Asian Trailblazing investors share their journey into commercial real estate, their recent acquisition of an 82-unit Class A property in Richardson, Texas, and the unique challenges and triumphs they’ve faced as women in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Team Roles and Superpowers: - Lila Kaplan: Capital raising + acquisitions, leveragi…
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EPS 322 - The Hidden Hands: Conflicts of Interest in Commercial Real Estate Deals
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23:00n this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into a rarely discussed yet critical issue in commercial real estate: conflicts of interest when investment sales brokers push buyers toward in-house mortgage brokers. What may seem like a convenient “one-stop shop” can, in reality, disadvantage the buyer — sometimes significantly. Using a poker analogy, we …
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EPS 331 - "10 Crappy Things Apartment Sales Reps Do to Their Clients"
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30:28In this episode of our Coaching and Counseling podcast, we dive into the murky waters of apartment investment sales with the help of ChatGPT and over 30 years of real-world experience in apartment financing and ownership. We asked ChatGPT to help uncover the truth behind common rumors about how apartment sales brokers treat buyers. Are brokers real…
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In this episode, Blaine discusses the '4-Hour Workday' concept and the how and why of earning twice as much in half the time. Since most appraisers only get 3-4 hours of really productive time out of most days, Blaine explains how this understanding can lead to making more income in considerably less time by focusing on the right kinds of things in…
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In this episode, Blaine highlights how the massive video rental chain on the 90's and 2000's made some fatal decisions that doomed their future. While many think that Netflix killed Blockbuster, the reality is quite different. Learn the mistakes Blockbuster made and how appraisers are making similar mistakes today.…
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EPS 330 - From Oversupply to Opportunity: DFW’s Apartment Market Strikes Back! The Institutional Outlook with Michael Ware.
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42:23Michael Ware, with Institutional Property Advisors in Dallas, shares critical information in making smart apartment investing decisions. Michael believes that Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) remains a top-performing multifamily market due to strong population and job growth. DFW multifamily trade volume has rebounded from $5 billion in 2023 to an expected …
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EPS 329 - From Law to 20,000 Units: John Griggs on Building Presidium and Seizing Multifamily Opportunities.
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32:33John Griggs shares his journey from practicing law to building Presidium, a company that has developed and managed over 20,000 apartment units. John transitioned from law to real estate in 2003, starting with small apartment buildings in Phoenix. He co-founded Presidium in 2005, expanding into Texas and other states, focusing on value-add and devel…
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In this episode, Blaine talks about how to build an AI (Artificial Intelligence) proof appraisal, real estate, or lending business. Any business that can benefit from being more human than the machines will get some value and ideas to put into play to build an AI proof business.By Blaine Feyen
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Non-Lender Market Domination with V.A.L.U.E.
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44:28In this episode, Blaine introduces the V.A.L.U.E. Framework™, which is a business building framework for dominating in the non-lender appraisal world. In the VALUE Framework™, each letter stands for a principle, as well as a command to do or be something in your market. Download the VALUE Framework™ cheatsheet at https://www.coachblaine.com/value…
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In this episode, Blaine goes over the rise of AI (artificial intelligence) in almost every area of life and business. AI is definitely a real thing in the world of appraisal and appraising and appraisers should start now to learn everything they can about it if they want to thrive in the new world of AI driven business.…
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EPS 328 - "Inside the Multifamily Market: Navigating Distressed Assets, Smarter Underwriting & Investor Strategies with Paul Peebles and James Eng"
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39:07Paul Peebles and James Eng dive deep into the shifting landscape of multifamily real estate investing. From Old Capital’s educational bus tours across DFW submarkets to critical updates on distressed assets and stricter underwriting from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, this conversation is packed with insight for both seasoned operators and aspiring in…
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EPS 327 - "The Immigrant Hustle: How This Couple Turned Setbacks into a Multifamily Fortune.”
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50:41"The Immigrant Hustle: How This Couple Turned Setbacks into a Multifamily Fortune.” Vivek and Asha Kangralkar, originally from small villages in India, moved to the U.S. in 2010 with their two young daughters in search of a better future. After Vivek lost his job in 2012, they were left with just $1,500 in savings—but refused to give up. They launc…
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Burn Your Fear To The Ground - questions from the mailbag
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47:35In this episode, Blaine answers several questions from the listeners about building their non-lender appraisal business, hiring and training apprentice trainees, and how to stop being the bottleneck in your own business.By Blaine Feyen
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Stop Chasing People Who Aren't Chasing You
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27:30In this episode, Blaine shares 8 pieces of wisdom he's learned over the years from mentors, masters, Stoics, and life in general.By Blaine Feyen
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EPS 326 - "From Pittsburgh to Texas: Ryan Heddleston’s Strategic Growth in Multifamily Real Estate and His Battle Against Rising Property Taxes"
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46:08Ryan Heddleston's journey from small-scale real estate investments in Pittsburgh to managing large-scale multifamily properties in Texas is a great example of how strategic partnerships and expertise can lead to substantial growth. His decision to partner with experienced operators allowed him to scale quickly, which paid off—he acquired over 6,000…
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EPS 325 - "Jeff Adler with YARDI MATRIX, is a very smart - BIG PICTURE- apartment guy. You need to listen to him!"
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1:13:06Before becoming “DATA NERD IN CHARGE” at Yardi Matrix, Jeff Adler was Chief Property Operations Officer for AIMCO and managed a platform of over 160,000 units. At the Old Capital Speaker Series, James Eng with Old Capital dives into the current economic landscape, covering the U.S. growth forecast for 2025, persistent inflation, and a tight labor m…
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In this episode, Blaine compares the two different appraisal company business models: the one person business, or solopreneur, and the team builder model, which is the business model whereby the appraiser has additional income generators within the business so that all of the income is not dependent on just one person.…
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In this epsiode, Blaine talks through several thoughts and ideas around why so many appraisers choose to be silent and invisible where and when it matters the most, which is not whining and complaining on social media.By Blaine Feyen
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EPS 324 - "Greg Willett, Chief Economist at Leaselock, Discusses Texas Apartment Market Outlook: Economic Concerns, Regional Trends, and Investment Insights"
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34:19Greg Willett is Chief Economist for Leaselock. Greg has been an apartment data analyst and real estate observer for over 30 years. He discusses apartment investing trends and opportunities. Greg Willett expressed concerns about the economy, noting vulnerabilities in consumer confidence and rising credit card debt, which may affect renter demand for…
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EPS 323 - "From Anesthesiologist to Real Estate Mogul: Dr. Paul Pena's Journey to Financial Independence and Multifamily Success"
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45:02Dr. Paul Pena, who transitioned from being a full-time anesthesiologist to a full-time real estate investor. Dr. Pena shares his journey, starting with single-family homes in El Paso, Texas, and moving to multifamily properties. He discusses his first multifamily investment in Fresno, California, a 28-unit property, and the challenges and successes…
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EPS 322 - "Unlocking North Texas Investment Potential: Inside Rowan Multifamily Advisors and the Future of B & C Multifamily Sales"
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33:57Rowan Burch, Matt Waskow, and Coleton Burch of Rowan Multifamily Advisors share their expert insights into the current market, drawing from their experience in selling hundreds of large apartment buildings since 2010. They gave us market insights on the 1960’-1980’s apartments and the possible occupancy challenges and why buyers are being more sele…
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In this episode, Blaine walks through the 4 phases or levels that every business owner can go through if they see their business as a vehicle to something greater. Blaine explains what happens at each level of survivial, stability, success, and eventually significance.By Blaine Feyen
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EPS 321 - What questions would YOU ask an operator of 30,000 units?
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41:50What questions would YOU ask an operator of 30,000 units? Obviously, we had lots of questions. Since 2008, Charlie Young and his partners at Madera Residential have acquired over 120 large apartment buildings, again that’s “120 buildings- NOT just units. Billions of dollars of total asset value across many states. Today, they’re navigating a recapi…
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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: "Michael, Given the Impact of Stricter Immigration Policies, How Are Landlords in Class B & C Apartments Responding to Occupancy Challenges in Workforce Housing?"
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30:34Some landlords of Class B and C apartments were not concerned with tenants' immigration status, and many rented to undocumented individuals over the last few years. Today, stricter immigration policies have notably impacted occupancy rates in workforce housing, especially in areas with a high concentration of older apartment buildings. Are you read…
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EPS 320 - "Maximizing Value: Chris Pearson, Top Investment Sales Broker at Marcus & Millichap- Dallas, Shares Insights on Small Apartment Deals Under 75 Units”
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41:00Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just dipping your toes into the world of small apartment buildings, Chris Pearson and Nick Fluellen are here to give you the inside scoop on the latest trends, market shifts, and all things commercial real estate. Key Points: Upcoming Events: Old Capital's bus tour at the end of March. Virtual Speaker series wi…
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In this episode, Blaine goes over the 5 principles and the 5 pillars of building a million dollar appraisal business, or any business at all. Building a million dollar business does not necessarily mean producing a million dollars in gross or net revenue. Learn the real definition of what a real 'million dollar business' means in this episode. Read…
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EPS 319 - Are Apartment Investors Finding "DEALS" in San Antonio & Houston? Top Colliers Sales Brokers Weigh In.
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41:14In this episode, we sit down with two of Colliers International’s leading sales brokers—Bob Heard and Zar Haro—to explore the current landscape of apartment investments in San Antonio and Houston. With years of experience uncovering hidden opportunities, Bob and Zar offer expert insights on whether now is the right time for apartment investors to d…
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In this episode, Blaine talks about the amount of whining and complaining by appraisers about how everyone is out to get them, when, in fact, you might be the issue. Blaine covers 5 principles for taking control of your appraisal business and how to stop blaming everyone else.By Blaine Feyen
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EPS 318 – Takeaways from NMHC's Annual Meeting in Las Vegas and Navigating 2025.
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43:50Did you go? If not…these were the themes, of the 3-day event, between apartment operators, investors, investment sales brokers and lenders. This nationwide conference had optimism in multifamily for the long term…but continued challenges (higher interest rates, higher cap rates, and the lack of distressed assets coming to the market) for the shorte…
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