Best Left Field Investors Podcasts (2025)

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Matt Faircloth: Why He’s Adding Hotels (9% Caps), 11% Prefs & 1031 TICs 40:44

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6d ago40:44

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Host Chris Lopez sits down with Matt Faircloth, author of Raising Private Capital and co-founder of DeRosa Group, to talk hotels, multifamily, and building cash flow today while creating upside for tomorrow. Matt breaks down why he is adding branded hotels to complement multifamily, how a 9 cap can deliver day one cash flow, and what the real risks…

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Dan Handford: Debt Funds, Reg A Access, and Lessons from 80+ LP Deals 48:46

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From chiropractor to running a billion dollar portfolio, Dan Handford joins hosts Paul Shannon and Chris Lopez to unpack how he scaled across multifamily, storage, car washes, hotels, and private debt. He shares why he invested as an LP in 80 plus deals to sharpen his GP playbook, how he allocates for durable returns, and where he is leaning today.…

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Investors Are Pivoting: Industrial’s Edge Over Multifamily with Joel Friedland 44:55

20d ago44:55

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Industrial syndicator Joel Friedland joins Paul Shannon to share 40 years of Chicago lessons and why he now buys with little to no debt. They break down a debt-light playbook, how that changes capital raises and returns, and the investor profile that prefers sleep-at-night income. Joel also details his off-market system, what makes a “perfect” smal…

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Tokenized Real Estate for LPs: Liquidity, Lower Minimums & One K-1 54:51

27d ago54:51

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Can blockchain make private real estate more accessible? Paul Shannon speaks with Larry Kalis and Tyler Vinson about tokenization for LPs. They cover TRIFs from American Digital Realty, how RE Tokens enables secondary trading after a one year lockup, and what changes for custody, liquidity, and tax reporting. If you know syndications but are new to…

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Pulse Check: 2025 Updates, Latest Trends & Real Talk on Bad Deals 49:57

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How do serious LPs sharpen due diligence, avoid shiny objects, and stay liquid enough to pounce? In this PassivePockets Pulse Check kickoff, Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon welcome new co-host Chris Lopez to go behind the scenes on community-powered due diligence, share their written investing theses, and walk through real deals they’ve funded, across…

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Bob Fraser: This Is Where Billionaires Will Invest in the Next Market Cycle 34:27

1M ago34:27

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What do billionaires know about investing that the average person doesn’t? In this episode, Paul Shannon sits down with economist, fund manager, and author Bob Fraser, author of Invest Like a Billionaire, to unpack the strategies, asset allocations, and decision-making frameworks of the ultra-wealthy. Bob explains why billionaires aren’t chasing “h…

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Low Equity Splits, IO Loans, and Risky Returns | Dig In or Delete 35:06

2M ago35:06

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We’re back with another episode of Dig In or Delete, where Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon react to real investment pitches from their inbox and decide whether each one is worth a deeper look or should be deleted on the spot. This week’s lineup includes a six-property self-storage deal in Arkansas, a triple-net Starbucks opportunity with a 4.5% cap, a…

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Deal Review: Andy Weiner from Rockstep Capital & the Retail Rebound 1:07:11

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How should LPs evaluate retail real estate deals, especially when the strategy involves stabilized shopping centers and low leverage? In this episode, Paul Shannon is joined by Andy Weiner of RockStep Capital to walk through a real-life deal and answer questions from a panel of passive investors including expert LPs Pascal Wagner and Adam Cranmer. …

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Scott Trench on FIRE, Flow, and Why He Prefers Real Estate Over Stocks and Syndications 51:32

2M ago51:32

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What’s better: FIRE or “flow”? Owning rentals or investing in syndications? Jim Pfeifer and Scott Trench (former CEO of BiggerPockets) go head-to-head in a friendly but fiery debate about cash flow, control, diversification, and what financial freedom really looks like. Scott explains why, even as a FIRE advocate, he can’t bring himself to follow t…

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Brian Burke’s Bold Shift: From Multifamily to Assisted Living Investing 43:33

2M ago43:33

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What happens when a well-known multifamily operator shifts focus to a completely different asset class? In this episode, Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon are joined by real estate investor and Praxis Capital founder Brian Burke to explore his pivot into assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities. Brian shares why he's stepped away fro…

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The Capital Stack Is Cracking: Eric Sussman on What LPs Need to Know 40:40

3M ago40:40

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What do experienced real estate investors do when deals don’t pencil, the capital stack is shifting, and the data feels contradictory? In this episode, Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon are joined by real estate investor, CPA, and UCLA professor Eric Sussman to explore how sophisticated LPs should think about today's economic signals, capital markets, a…

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Active vs. Passive Real Estate: Chris Lopez’s Strategy in 2025 41:36

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Join the Active to Passive Cohort (Starts July 28): https://get.biggerpockets.com/active-to-passive-investing/ Passive Pockets members save $100! Find your promo code here: https://passivepockets.com/forums-listing/discussion/5-week-cohort-starts-7-28-active-to-passive-portfolio-transformation-cohort/ Contact Chris Lopez: [email protected]…

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Dig In or Delete | Are Sponsors Overpromising Again? 42:28

3M ago42:28

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Real estate deal flow is back but is it better? With inboxes full of syndications boasting high returns and “rare” opportunities, passive investors are under more pressure than ever to separate substance from spin. In this episode of Dig In or Delete, Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon return to scrutinize real deals sent straight to their inboxes, highl…

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Mobile Home Parks 2025: Value, Risk, and the End of Easy Returns 42:32

3M ago42:32

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Investing in mobile home parks can rebuild your real estate empire efficiently after economic setbacks. How do you navigate this sector to ensure sustainable growth and returns? Kevin Bupp, a seasoned investor with a wealth of experience in various real estate asset classes, shares his journey and insights into this unique investment space. In this…

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Turn Taxes into Wealth: Roth Conversion Strategies for Investors 38:36

3M ago38:36

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What if you could pay taxes on a smaller amount while investing in the same deals—and then watch your money grow tax-free for decades? In this episode, we explore a little-known strategy that allows investors to convert traditional retirement accounts to Roth at a discount, even when those funds are tied up in illiquid syndications. Today, we’re jo…

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How LPs Are Using AI to Analyze Risk and Spot Weak Deals 40:08

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AI integration in real estate investing allows savvy investors to make faster, smarter decisions and avoid costly mistakes. So, how can you leverage AI tools to evaluate deals and optimize your investment strategy? Leyla Kunimoto, a finance expert and limited partner, joins us to share her insights on using AI for real estate due diligence. In this…

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The New Cycle Is Coming: Why Multifamily Is Poised to Rebound by 2027 39:22

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After a wave of failed real estate syndications and several years of declining commercial real estate prices, passive investors are understandably hesitant to deploy their capital. But despite mixed LP sentiment and economic uncertainty, today’s guest believes there’s reason for optimism and that multifamily real estate is poised to rebound. Our co…

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Triple Net Investing 101: How to Generate Steady Returns in Uncertain Times 35:06

4M ago35:06

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What recourse do limited partners have when their fund is being mismanaged? Do triple net leases (NNN) offer safety in an uncertain economy? In this episode, we’re delving into a recent LP-led succession that underscores the latent power of passive investors and a low-risk investing strategy that delivers steady returns in volatile markets. Today, …

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Markets More Volatile Than Ever: Pascal Wagner’s LP Investing Guide for 2025 35:07

4M ago35:07

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Are you eager to deploy capital but wary of making the wrong decision in this uncertain economic climate? Passive investing could help you capture the long-term gains of real estate—without the operational burdens of active management. Today’s guest provides low-risk, time-tested strategies for any stage of your investing journey. In this episode, …

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How to Create a Passive Income “Engine” That Gives You Financial Freedom 47:05

5M ago47:05

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Conventional financial advice keeps you tethered to Wall Street, locking up all your cash in retirement accounts and home equity. But what if there’s a smarter way for passive investors to build wealth? In this episode, we explore the strategies financial institutions adopt but don’t advertise—like using high cash value, whole life insurance to unl…

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Delete or Dig In: Would We Invest in Any of These Deals? 27:07

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Would you invest in any of these six syndication deals? In today’s episode, we’re trying something new, a “Delete or Dig In” segment, where we pull real deals from our inboxes and break them down on the show. We’ll review their returns, minimum investments, value-add strategies, and timelines—then choose to either “dig in” or “delete” and move on t…

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“Resilient” Multifamily Investments LPs Are Targeting as Recession Fears Grow 33:39

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The multifamily market is shifting—again. Construction is slowing down after a historic wave of new delivery, and uncertainty surrounding the new administration, tariffs, and inflation is causing consumers to lose faith in the economy as a recession looms. Passive investors must recalibrate, but how? Stay tuned as we share our multifamily outlook f…

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Financial Strategist on the Major “Shift” Investors Should Prepare for in 2025 48:32

5M ago48:32

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The financial landscape is shifting, with rumblings of a global currency reset threatening to take down the US dollar. What does this mean for limited partners (LPs), syndicators, and other passive investors? How “safe” are your investments in the event of a collapse? We’ll discuss all of this and more in today’s episode. Financial strategist, inve…

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J Scott on New Sweeping Tariffs: Opportunity or Obstacle for Multifamily? 39:17

6M ago39:17

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Sweeping new tariffs are causing sharp economic ripple effects, with stock valuations dropping last week and Americans bracing for renewed inflation. This shift creates both new risks and opportunities for real estate investors—especially passive LPs evaluating upcoming deals. Amid this uncertainty, bond yields and mortgage rates are falling fast—a…

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Deal Review: Industrial Real Estate Unpacked 1:04:56

6M ago1:04:56

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In the latest episode of our Deal Review Series, Drew Wahlgren from MAG Capital Investments presents the MAG Capital Industrial Fund III Deal to our LP panel: Paul Shannon, Chris Lopez, and Mauricio Rauld. The LP Panel asks questions like: - How many industrial deals have you done, and what’s the performance to date? - Who handles acquisitions, ass…

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Multifamily Financing is Shifting: James Eng on Capital Markets in 2025 36:34

6M ago36:34

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Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon chat with James Eng of Old Capital Lending to unpack today’s multifamily financing landscape. A 20-year commercial lending veteran in both institutional and private markets, James explains how surging interest rates, higher scrutiny on sponsors, and renewed competition in bridge loans are reshaping apartment deals. He a…

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Syndication Gaps Alarm Investors: Aleksey Chernobelskiy Warns on Capital Calls & Missing Analyses 46:18

6M ago46:18

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Host Jim Pfeifer chats with real estate advisor Aleksey Chernobelskiy, who spent years on an institutional investment team overseeing billions of dollars in properties before shifting his focus to helping limited partners. Aleksey discusses the key lessons he’s learned under “big REIT” systems and how they apply to everyday passive investors naviga…

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Market on Edge: 18-Year Cycle Hitting ‘Winner's Curse,’ Says Logan Freeman 41:37

6M ago41:37

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Paul Shannon sits down with Logan Freeman (a.k.a. “Mr. Kansas City”) for a deep dive into the 18-year real estate cycle and how it shapes today’s market. Drawing on the works of economists like Fred Harrison and Phil Anderson, Logan explains why land scarcity and speculative credit often drive real estate booms and busts. He also highlights how inv…

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Banks Are Pulling Back: Why Private Real Estate Debt Is Surging with Chris Carsley 36:50

7M ago36:50

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Paul Shannon hosts an in-depth chat with Chris Carsley of Kirkland Capital Group to explore the growing world of private real estate debt. Chris explains how private lending is filling financing gaps left by traditional banks, why short-term “bridge” loans for smaller commercial deals can yield competitive returns, and what operational due diligenc…

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Self-Directed IRAs & Solo 401(k)s: Unlocking Real Estate Investing with John Bowens 42:20

7M ago42:20

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Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon sit down with John Bowens of Equity Trust to break down the power of self-directed retirement plans for real estate investors. From the basics of what “self-directed” really means to the nuances of IRAs, HSAs, and Solo 401(k)s, John explains how you can unlock more flexibility and control in building your portfolio. Whe…

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Battle of the PPM: LP vs. GP Secrets Revealed 54:13

7M ago54:13

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We dive into the “battle of the PPM” (Private Placement Memorandum) with two special guests from opposite sides of the table. On the GP side, securities attorney Mauricio Rauld (Platinum Legal) explains how these legal documents protect operators and outline deal structures. Representing the LP perspective, experienced investor Jeremy Roll highligh…

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Making Millions with Multi-Asset Conversions: Clint Harris Explains How 43:36

7M ago43:36

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We explore the world of asset class conversions with special guest Clint Harris, who specializes in turning empty big-box buildings (think old Kmarts and abandoned textile mills) into profitable self-storage facilities. Clint shares why changing consumer needs (especially among younger renters) is sparking new demand for creative reuse, and how sav…

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From Doom to BOOM? Dr. Doom’s Shocking Market Outlook 48:03

8M ago48:03

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We sit down with John “Dr. Doom” Drachman for a revealing look at how the multifamily market has evolved since the turbulence of 2022 and what passive investors can do now. John unpacks the factors that led to trouble (“overheated” markets, aggressive loan structures, and short-term flips), why true distress hasn’t fully materialized, and how today…

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Multifamily Market Secrets and Trends: Jay Parsons Explains 35:15

8M ago35:15

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We welcome rental housing economist Jay Parsons to dissect the current multifamily landscape and offer insights on what 2025 might bring. Jay unpacks why record new deliveries haven’t led to severe distress (yet), how interest rate surprises are reshaping capital markets, and whether policy risks could outweigh simple supply-and-demand fundamentals…

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Sponsor Vetting 101: 5 Steps to Safer Real Estate Investments with Spencer Hilligoss 36:09

8M ago36:09

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Investment expert Spencer Hilligoss of Madison Investing joins host Paul Shannon to discuss the essentials of vetting real estate sponsors. From building your network to identifying financial red flags, Spencer shares his five-part framework for evaluating a sponsor’s track record, team, communication style, and more. Discover why the sponsor’s per…

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A Must Have Tool for Passive Investing with Litan Yahav 34:33

8M ago34:33

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We sit down with special guest Litan Yahav: the CEO and founder of Vyzer, an innovative virtual wealth management tool designed for passive investors. In this episode, Litan takes us behind the scenes of building a platform that helps you stay organized across multiple deals, GPs, and asset classes—while also giving us a sneak peek at how Vyzer use…

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Brian Burke Never Investing Again? | The Breakdown of Multi-Family Assets in 2025 39:43

9M ago39:43

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Join seasoned real estate experts Jim Pfeifer and Brian Burke as they unpack the landscape of multifamily investing in 2025. In this insightful discussion, they navigate the complexities of today's market, from construction delays to debt challenges, offering their seasoned perspectives on where opportunities lie. The conversation dives deep into w…

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How To Analyze Deals Like A Pro with Tyson Miller 37:06

9M ago37:06

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We dive deep into everything you need to know about the essentials of analyzing a deal with our guest, Tyson Miller. the must-know strategies for mastering real estate investments. Discover Paul’s top tips for identifying red flags that could save your next deal and learn the secret strategy to uncovering the critical details that make or break you…

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Deal Review | PIC Debt Fund Breakdown Featuring Whitney Elkins-Hutten 45:43

9M ago45:43

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🌟 Deal Review with Passive Investors | PIC Debt Fund Breakdown Featuring Whitney Elkins-Hutten 🌟 In this episode of our Deal Review Series, we’re joined by Whitney Elkins-Hutten from Passive Investing.com, who’ll present the highlights of their PIC Debt Fund. Together with an expert panel of seasoned Limited Partners, including Paul Shannon (Co-Hos…

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Sofronio Vasquez l NBC The Voice Season 26 Winner, Filipino American Pop R&B Singer-Songwriter 25:35

9M ago25:35

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In this newest conversation, filipino american pop r&b singer-songwriter and nbc’s the voice season 26 winner of the Voice Sofronio Vasquez speaks with Jigme about being crowned the newest champion, his performance of If I Can Dream by Elvis Presley, what the mentorship from Michael Buble has meant to him, and MORE. As well as if he has any future …

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Who Do YOU Invest In: Vetting Operators 101 36:03

9M ago36:03

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Every good syndication investment starts with investing in a good operator! Today we're breaking down how to vet an operator in Passive Investing featuring host Jim Pfeifer and co-host Paul Shannon with guest Chris Lopez. We’re back with an episode you can’t afford to miss! Our new co-host (and longtime friend!) Paul Shannon joins us to dig into th…

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LP Panel: Insider Deal Review Secrets for Passive Investors | AAA Storage Investments 45:52

10M ago45:52

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In our latest Deal Review episode, Paul Bennett from AAA Storage presents the AAA Storage Growth Fund I to our LP panel: Jim Pfeifer, Paul Shannon, Chris Lopez. You can expect a breakdown of the fund’s strategy, projected returns, and structure — and tough questions and candid insights from our LP Panel.The LP panel asks questions like: Are we catc…

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Your Financial Advisor is WRONG: 4% Rule Debunked with Guest Chris Miles 44:07

10M ago44:07

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Learn more about PassivePockets: https://passivepockets.com/pricing Money Ripples Show Notes link: https://bit.ly/48UqUl3 In this episode, Jim Pfeifer and Chris Miles dive into the power of passive income as the cornerstone of financial independence. They challenge traditional financial strategies like the 4% rule, exposing their flaws and risks—su…

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How Preferred Equity Minimizes Risk and Maximizes ROI in Real Estate With Jim Pfeifer and guest Paul Moore and Troy Zsofka 37:42

10M ago37:42

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🎙 Discover how preferred equity can help you maximize returns and minimize risk in real estate investing! In this video, host Jim Pfeifer, and guests Paul Moore, and Troy Zsofka break down the basics of preferred equity, how it works, and why it's a game-changer for savvy investors. Whether you're a seasoned real estate pro or just starting out, yo…

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Passive Investing: 9 Mistakes to Avoid & What I’d Change Next Time 38:32

10M ago38:32

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🎙Welcome to Passive Pockets! In this episode, Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon share 9 crucial mistakes to avoid when it comes to passive investing. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your strategy, these insights will help you make smarter investment decisions. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 1:00 - #1: Not Asking The Right Questions…

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From Traditional Financial Advisor to Passive Investor: Jim Pfeifer and Mark Kelley Share Top Strategies 38:54

10M ago38:54

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In this episode, we dive into the world of passive investing with industry experts Jim Pfeifer and Mark Kelley. They discuss how they transitioned from traditional financial advisory roles to successful passive investors, sharing their top strategies for creating sustainable income and building wealth with less hands-on management. Listen in to lea…

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How to Build Wealth Through Passive Real Estate Investing: Syndication 101 With Devon Kennard 44:09

11M ago44:09

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Are you ready to unlock the secrets of passive income through real estate investing? In this episode of Passive Pockets, Jim Pfeifer and guest Devon Kennard dives into the basics of real estate syndication—the ultimate strategy for building wealth without the day-to-day management headaches. Whether you're new to real estate or an experienced inves…

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How to Identify Red Flags in a Syndication Deal as a Limited Partner 31:36

11M ago31:36

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Are you thinking about investing in real estate syndication as a limited partner? In this episode, Jim Pfeifer and guest Stacey Stegenga dive deep into the red flags you need to watch for before committing to any syndication deal. From hidden fees and lack of transparency to syndicator track records, we’ll give you the tools to protect your investm…