Best Kent Ritter Podcasts (2025)

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From Value-Add to Ground-Up: Multifamily Investing in 2025 with Kent Ritter | Jake & Gino show 53:49

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29d ago53:49

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Looking for a real plan for Multifamily Investing in 2025? Investor and operator Kent Ritter breaks down what’s working now—Midwest focus, public-private partnerships, and bringing management in-house. In this episode, Kent explains how operators are adapting Multifamily Investing in 2025 to tighter debt markets and slower deal flow. We dive into w…

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The Business Buying Bubble: How to Invest Wisely 17:40

1d ago17:40

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It's not as easy as social media influencers make it seem. You need a solid framework: Buy Right, Manage Right, and Finance Right. We explore the critical questions you must ask yourself before diving in: Are you buying a job or a business? Are you looking for cash flow or a big exit? And most importantly, are you prepared for the day-to-day grind …

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From Non-Performing Notes to Cash-Flowing Assets with Chris Zona 41:05

2h ago41:05

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Chris Zona. Chris shares how investors can use litigation not as a defensive tool but as a powerful offensive strategy to unlock value in distressed and value-add real estate deals. He explains how buying non-performing notes, enforcing loan covenants, and strategically using foreclosure or receivership act…

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MB500: 500th Episode Special — My Honest Answers to Your Biggest Questions 25:04

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To celebrate 500 episodes of the Financial Freedom with Real Estate Podcast, Michael flips the script and answers your biggest questions. Listeners submitted their favorite episodes plus their most burning questions about scaling, quitting a W-2, raising capital, working with brokers, avoiding bad deals, parenting, mindset, and even… Michael’s net …

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How to Get Back in the Multifamily Game | How To with Gino Barbaro 21:37

6d ago21:37

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If you’ve been sidelined the past few years, this episode will show you exactly how to get back into the multifamily game with a smarter, longer-term mindset—even in today’s challenging market. Multifamily investing has felt dark and uncertain—with rising rates, falling rents, and shrinking deal flow—but Gino Barbaro breaks down why this is actuall…

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Raising Capital with Confidence with Securities Lawyer Darin Mangum | Jake & Gino show 43:45

8d ago43:45

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Raising capital with confidence isn’t just about finding investors—it’s about doing it legally and sleeping at night. In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino sits down with securities attorney Darin Mangum, “America’s premier securities lawyer,” to unpack how to raise capital with confidence while avoiding SEC trouble, bad structures, and …

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How to Choose the Right Sponsor and the Right Deal with Gino Barbaro 34:01

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Gino Barbaro. Gino is an investor, author, coach, and co-founder of Jake & Gino, who has built a $400M multifamily portfolio and now teaches others how to do the same. In this conversation, Kent and Gino revisit Gino’s investing journey from restaurant owner to real estate mogul and dig into his “Jockey, Sa…

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MB499: Swap Till You Drop: Building Wealth with Tax-Advantaged Real Estate – With Louis Rogers 39:49

8d ago39:49

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What if you could build wealth through real estate… without paying taxes along the way? In this episode, Michael Blank welcomes Louis Rogers, founder of Capital Square and pioneer of the tenants-in-common model still widely referenced today. Lewis breaks down the simplicity of 1031 exchanges, why DSTs have replaced TICs, and how investors can event…

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From Procrastionation to Perseverance: Success in Real Estate | How To with Gino Barbaro 16:51

13d ago16:51

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If you’ve ever struggled with overcoming procrastination in real estate, this video is your roadmap. Gino Barbaro breaks down how to shift from hesitation to massive action using simple, proven frameworks inspired by Jim Rohn and Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning. In this lesson, Gino shares the exact three-step system that helped him move from procrasti…

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The Future of Natural Gas: Data, AI & the Next Energy Boom with Jay Bhatty | Jake & Gino show 38:27

15d ago38:27

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Is the future of natural gas actually brighter than we’re being told? In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino and Jake sit down with Jay Bhatty, founder and CEO of NetGasHub.com, to unpack how data, pipelines, and smart policy are reshaping the future of natural gas in a world obsessed with renewables, AI, and exploding energy demand. Jay …

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How Purpose and Profit Align in Real Estate with Matt Picheny 38:14

12d ago38:14

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Matt Picheny. Matt shares his journey from actor and web developer to real estate investor, revealing how one condo purchase in New York City turned into a 15+ year career and a portfolio touching over 10,000 apartments. He and Kent unpack the surprising similarities between Broadway show syndications and m…

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MB498: Unlock the $40 Trillion Secret Hiding in Retirement Accounts - With Kaaren Hall 25:35

11d ago25:35

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Did you know there’s more than $40 trillion sitting in U.S. retirement accounts — most of which could be invested in real estate? In this episode, Michael Blank chats with Karen Hall, Founder of uDirect IRA and author of The BiggerPockets Guide to Self-Directed IRA Investing, to break down the rules, tax implications, and best practices that allow …

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Why Most People Fail to Close a Multifamily Deal | How To with Gino Barbaro 19:28

20d ago19:28

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Why do most people fail at multifamily investing? In this episode, Jake & Gino co-founder Gino Barbaro breaks down the real reasons aspiring investors never close their first multifamily deal. It’s not the lack of money — it’s the mindset. From limiting beliefs about wealth to the fear of taking action, this video reveals what’s truly holding you b…

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How Not to Invest with Barry Ritholtz: Behavioral Finance, Indexing & Timeless Strategies | Jake & Gino show 51:05

22d ago51:05

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Wall Street noise is loud—Barry Ritholtz shows you How Not to Invest. In this episode, we cut through models, headlines, and hype to focus on the few decisions that actually compound. Barry shares a practical framework for decision-making grounded in behavioral finance: why models are “wrong but useful,” how to build a checklist to filter signal fr…

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Building an LP Playbook for Lasting Wealth ft. Pascal Wagner 36:28

22d ago36:28

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Pascal Wagner. A former Techstars VC turned professional LP. Pascal shares how he built a six-figure passive income stream by diversifying across real estate and alternatives—and the simple three-step framework he uses to evaluate opportunities with institutional discipline. He explains why clarity of goals…

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MB497: Engineer Closes $9.7M Deal in 4 Months: How Jordan McNeely Closed His First Multifamily Syndication - With Jordan McNeely 31:02

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In this episode, Michael talks with Jordan McNeely, a former nuclear engineer who realized his rotating 12-hour shift job was draining his energy and keeping him from family life. That sparked his pursuit of passive income and a scalable path to financial freedom through multifamily real estate. Jordan dove into education, joined a mentoring progra…

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How To Turn Your First Deal Into a Legacy Plan | How To with Gino Barbaro 17:44

27d ago17:44

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Everyone talks about building generational wealth in real estate, but few truly understand how to create a lasting legacy that outlives them. In this powerful episode, Gino Barbaro reveals the mindset and strategies behind building generational wealth in real estate — not just by owning assets, but by teaching the next generation to become financia…

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The Power of Focus When Building a Niche Multifamily Portfolio ft. Axel Ragnarsson 41:34

26d ago41:34

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Axel Ragnarsson—founder of Aligned Real Estate Partners and host of The Multifamily Wealth Podcast. Axel breaks down why his team targets small-to-mid multifamily in New Hampshire and Rhode Island, winning on inefficiencies while packaging assets into funds to spread risk. He gets tactical on the tech that …

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MB496: Behind the Curtain: How We Actually Run Nighthawk Equity 39:43

29d ago39:43

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Ever wonder what really goes on inside a syndication company? In this rare behind-the-scenes episode, Michael Blank and his Nighthawk Equity business partner, Drew Niffin, pull back the curtain on how they operate their private equity firm — the wins, the painful lessons, and how they’ve adapted during the toughest market the multifamily industry h…

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What Key Performance Indicators To Use in Multifamily | How To with Gino Barbaro 18:47

1M ago18:47

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Want to scale your real estate portfolio the right way? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the most important Multifamily KPIs that determine whether your deals are thriving or barely surviving. From Profit Per Unit (PPU) to delinquency rates and work order management, Gino explains how these key metrics turn a collection of properties into …

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How to Become a Commercial Real Estate Broker with Joe Killinger | Jake & Gino show 50:57

1M ago50:57

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Want to break into CRE the right way? How to Become a Commercial Real Estate Broker—with real training, content strategy, and deal-making—starts here. In this episode, Joe Killinger (Commercial Brokers International) breaks down how to become a commercial real estate broker and actually stick with it. We cover the first 90 days of training, the ski…

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Busting the Biggest Tax Myths in Real Estate ft. Amanda Han & Matt MacFarland 34:31

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Amanda Han and Matt MacFarland, partners at Keystone CPA and authors of Tax Strategies for the Savvy Real Estate Investor. Amanda and Matt reveal how real estate investors—from beginners to high-net-worth professionals—can use the tax code to build wealth faster and keep more of their earnings. They break d…

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MB495: The $10M Idea That Made 20 Rentals Look Like a Waste of Time - With Andrew Reichert 39:23

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Andrew Reichert, CEO of Birgo Capital, went from buying his first duplex with no money down to owning 3,000+ units worth over $300 million. But his journey wasn’t all smooth sailing - Andrew reveals how building a 20-rental portfolio nearly bankrupted him, the “$10M idea” that changed everything, and the lessons he learned scaling his business. Whe…

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How To Buy Your First Multifamily In This Market | How To with Gino Barbaro 17:44

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Are you wondering how to buy multifamily in this market cycle? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down exactly how to find, evaluate, and close multifamily deals in Q4 2025 — even as rents soften and financing tightens. Learn how to analyze your local market cycle, understand shifting rent trends, and identify opportunities while others sit on th…

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Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily | Jake & Gino show 37:42

1M ago37:42

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Developers are squeezing more value from tighter sites—Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily can make the deal pencil. Klaus Multiparking’s Chris Tiessen breaks down costs, timelines, and real-world ROI. In this conversation, we explore how Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily unlock density, revenue, and approvals when conventional parkin…

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The Art of Picking Top-Tier Operators ft. Paul Moore 35:05

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Paul Moore. Paul shares his unconventional journey from Ford Motor Company to building and selling a business, before discovering his passion for real estate and eventually founding Wellings Capital. He breaks down how his firm evaluates hundreds of operators to find only the best opportunities, why diversi…

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MB494: What Billionaire Investors Really Want (And How to Work With Them) - With Richard Wilson 42:51

1M ago42:51

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Economic pressure is shrinking returns and tightening capital—but there’s a smarter way forward. In this episode, Michael Blank reconnects with Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club, to explore how multifamily operators can add new strategic layers—not abandon their base. Richard explains why family offices are focusing less on projecte…

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How Does The Government Shutdown Affect Multifamily | How to 16:36

2M ago16:36

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The government shutdown and multifamily real estate market are more connected than you think. In this How-To episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down how a government shutdown can ripple through your investments — from USDA and Section 8 properties to loan processing delays and market uncertainty When the government halts operations, multifamily investors…

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Kent Roers on Institutional vs Individual Real Estate Investors| Jake & Gino show 46:21

2M ago46:21

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You’ll learn why Kent chose individual investors over institutions, how he raised his first $1.5M for a 30-unit development, and the systems (EOS, vertical integration) that helped deliver consistent performance—averaging 19.7% annually across realized deals. We compare Institutional vs Individual Real Estate Investors on speed, control, red tape, …

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Probabilistic Investing and Fixed Debt Wins ft. Andrew Cushman 36:09

1M ago36:09

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On this week’s episode, Kent is joined by Andrew Cushman. Andrew shares his journey from chemical engineer to full-time multifamily investor, with more than 3,000 units syndicated and repositioned. He explains why chasing “rough C” properties created more risk and headaches than reward, why class B assets offer the best risk-adjusted returns, and h…

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MB493: 2025 Q4 Market Outlook 26:25

1M ago26:25

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In this special market outlook session, Michael Blank breaks down the current state of the multifamily investing landscape—and explains why Q4 2025 may present one of the best buying opportunities we've seen in over a decade. Despite high interest rates and ongoing fear in the media, Michael shares why the smart money is moving back into multifamil…

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The 3 Growth Stages of Raising Capital in Real Estate | How To with Gino Barbaro 23:29

2M ago23:29

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If you’ve ever wondered how to raise capital for real estate investing, this episode breaks it all down. Jake & Gino co-founder Gino Barbaro shares a step-by-step guide to mastering the art of raising money—from your very first deal to becoming an expert capital raiser. Whether you’re funding your first duplex or managing millions in multifamily, t…

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Why Employers Have the Leverage Again : 2025 Hiring Trends With Bill Kasko| Jake & Gino show 58:07

2M ago58:07

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By Bill Kasko, Gino Barbaro, Jake Stenziano

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From Value-Add to Ground-Up: Multifamily Investing in 2025 with Kent Ritter | Jake & Gino show 53:49

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The Business Buying Bubble: How to Invest Wisely 17:40

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From Non-Performing Notes to Cash-Flowing Assets with Chris Zona 41:05

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MB500: 500th Episode Special — My Honest Answers to Your Biggest Questions 25:04

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How to Get Back in the Multifamily Game | How To with Gino Barbaro 21:37

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Raising Capital with Confidence with Securities Lawyer Darin Mangum | Jake & Gino show 43:45

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How to Choose the Right Sponsor and the Right Deal with Gino Barbaro 34:01

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MB499: Swap Till You Drop: Building Wealth with Tax-Advantaged Real Estate – With Louis Rogers 39:49

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From Procrastionation to Perseverance: Success in Real Estate | How To with Gino Barbaro 16:51

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The Future of Natural Gas: Data, AI & the Next Energy Boom with Jay Bhatty | Jake & Gino show 38:27

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How Purpose and Profit Align in Real Estate with Matt Picheny 38:14

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MB498: Unlock the $40 Trillion Secret Hiding in Retirement Accounts - With Kaaren Hall 25:35

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Why Most People Fail to Close a Multifamily Deal | How To with Gino Barbaro 19:28

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How Not to Invest with Barry Ritholtz: Behavioral Finance, Indexing & Timeless Strategies | Jake & Gino show 51:05

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Building an LP Playbook for Lasting Wealth ft. Pascal Wagner 36:28

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MB497: Engineer Closes $9.7M Deal in 4 Months: How Jordan McNeely Closed His First Multifamily Syndication - With Jordan McNeely 31:02

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How To Turn Your First Deal Into a Legacy Plan | How To with Gino Barbaro 17:44

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The Power of Focus When Building a Niche Multifamily Portfolio ft. Axel Ragnarsson 41:34

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MB496: Behind the Curtain: How We Actually Run Nighthawk Equity 39:43

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What Key Performance Indicators To Use in Multifamily | How To with Gino Barbaro 18:47

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How to Become a Commercial Real Estate Broker with Joe Killinger | Jake & Gino show 50:57

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Busting the Biggest Tax Myths in Real Estate ft. Amanda Han & Matt MacFarland 34:31

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MB495: The $10M Idea That Made 20 Rentals Look Like a Waste of Time - With Andrew Reichert 39:23

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How To Buy Your First Multifamily In This Market | How To with Gino Barbaro 17:44

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Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily | Jake & Gino show 37:42

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The Art of Picking Top-Tier Operators ft. Paul Moore 35:05

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MB494: What Billionaire Investors Really Want (And How to Work With Them) - With Richard Wilson 42:51

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How Does The Government Shutdown Affect Multifamily | How to 16:36

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Kent Roers on Institutional vs Individual Real Estate Investors| Jake & Gino show 46:21

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Probabilistic Investing and Fixed Debt Wins ft. Andrew Cushman 36:09

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MB493: 2025 Q4 Market Outlook 26:25

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The 3 Growth Stages of Raising Capital in Real Estate | How To with Gino Barbaro 23:29

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Why Employers Have the Leverage Again : 2025 Hiring Trends With Bill Kasko| Jake & Gino show 58:07