We’re excited to feature the “Coolest Guy on the Internet” Merrick Lee Jr. for this week’s episode and his continuous success in the syndication space!

Merrick shares how he started educating himself about the different facets of real estate investing, got involved in mentorship and multifamily syndication, and built a strong team that will help him give value to the community and investors!

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• Merrick’s background in marketing and his discovery of real estate investing and syndication
• The importance of mentorship and building a foundation before investing in real estate
• Reasons why you should let yourself be surrounded by successful investors
• The power of doing your due diligence as an investor
• Being cautious and evaluating a deal in today’s market
• Why you should have the right team and people in real estate syndication
• The meaningful effect of real estate investing on Merrick’s life

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Merrick Lee Jr.

Merrick embarked on his professional journey as a Digital Marketing expert, amassing over 12 years of experience in pioneering technological innovations. With a keen interest in the dynamic realm of Real Estate, Merrick ventured into partnering with top operators, property management companies and brokerage firms where he’s able to create valuable returns for his investors through multifamily purchases.

Merrick’s proactive approach and forward-thinking mindset has enabled him to stay ahead of market trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities. His ability to forge strong relationships has proven instrumental in sourcing high-quality deals and securing favorable terms for his investors. His commitment to excellence, coupled with his innovative spirit and unwavering determination, continues to drive his pursuit of excellence in multifamily real estate investment.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Merrick is deeply committed to giving back to the community and supporting charitable causes that align with his values. He believes in using his success to make a positive impact on the lives of others and strives to create meaningful change through philanthropy and social responsibility.

Get in Touch with Merrick

• Website: https://lovecapitalpartners.com/
• LinkedIn: Merrick Lee Jr.
• Podcast: Merrick Lee: The Coolest Guy on the Internet
• Instagram: @merrickleejr
• TikTok: @merrickleejr

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Let’s dive in for another meaningful conversation about giving value to people and solving affordable housing problems through mobile homes and manufactured housing communities!

Today, Sam Hales will help us realize the power of investing in mobile home communities for investors and residents, the hardest lesson he learned from investing in a fund model, and the current state of the mobile home space that future investors should know!

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• How Sam discovered a fund model and transitioned into investing in mobile home communities and affordable housing
• The importance of having a decision-making ability in an investment or business strategy
• Reasons why Sam decided to pursue the mobile home park space over single-family
• Sam’s insights on the future of the mobile home park space
• The two most important things new investors should consider before entering mobile home park investing
• The current supply and demand for mobile home communities and affordable housing
• Sam’s long-term goals and focus in the mobile home park space

Resources & Links

• Robert Kiyosaki’s books
• Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Sam Hales

As a Private Equity Real Estate fund manager with $360 million in assets under management, Sam could bring value to your show by sharing the insights he has garnered in his 15 years of real estate and management experience in distressed asset workouts, land developments, redevelopment, lease options, single family and mobile home communities. He has also touched nearly every CRE asset class including: industrial, office, hospitality, single, and multifamily.

Sam founded the Saratoga Group in 2011, which focuses exclusively on the purchase, revitalization, and operation of Mobile Home Communities—a niche that sets Sam apart in the real estate landscape. Sam’s passion lies in the Mobile Home asset class, which he views as a crucial solution to today’s housing affordability crisis.

Get in Touch with Sam

• Website: https://www.saratogagroup.com/
• LinkedIn: Saratoga Group

To Connect With Us

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For this week’s episode, we’ve invited Schuyler Williamson to join the show for his successful leadership and entrepreneurial journey!

Schuyler’s story will inspire us to chase opportunities from rental property investments, things he learned about scaling a real estate business, being surrounded by the right people for continuous growth, and more valuable topics for you to thrive as an investor!

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• An introduction to Schuyler’s life in the military, entrepreneurial journey, and his humble beginning to real estate investing
• Things that Schuyler learned about leveraging in real estate
• The importance of learning from other investors and looking at them as mentors to grow in real estate
• Why do you need deal flow when scaling your investments?
• Some pitfalls to avoid in buying property investments
• Is it ideal to invest in Austin, TX in today’s market?
• The tremendous impact of investing in real estate
• Setting your expectations and values as a person, having patience, and evaluating potential partners in real estate

Resources & Links

• Free resources on real estate, business, and leadership: https://www.schuylerwilliamson.com/free-resources
• Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Schuyler Williamson

Schuyler graduated in the Top 10% from West Point and served as a US Army Recruiter while playing for the Detroit Tigers. After leaving the military in 2011, he earned an MBA from the University of Texas, ranking third in his class. He then transitioned into real estate, earning multiple awards as an agent in Austin, TX and co-founded Laundry Luv, a premier multi-location laundromat enterprise, and Mission Home Builders, an Austin-based urban-infill construction company known for quality homes. Schuyler also owns over 50 rental properties across Texas.

Get in Touch with Schuyler

• Website: https://www.schuylerwilliamson.com/
• LinkedIn: Schuyler Williamson
• YouTube: Money Mission

To Connect With Us

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