Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/

Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrealestate/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm

X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Connect with Ian Sharp

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IanoftheSharpies

Ian is based in New Zealand and has been investing in his local market for almost 20 years and came across opportunities in the US about 3.5 years ago. Initially it was about getting involved in investing in the US but quickly became about forging deep long term relationships with like-minded people - particularly but not limited to those in the MIH Mastermind that Hadar Orkibi and Marco Barbaro set up. Currently Ian is in LP deals in Oklahoma and Kansas City and are looking at moving into JP smaller deals later this year.

Ian's passionate about health and Wellness and set up the MIH Well chat over about 180 members where people share and learn about aspects of wellness such as exercise, eating right and supplements.

Ian is passionate about community giving and volunteers with elderly people once a week, spending time with them, playing games with them and serving them lunch. He also regularly goes on international outreach trips to countries like Cambodia, Thailand and Hong Kong to be hands and feet there,

Ian is married to Teresa and they have a son Daniel aged 10.

Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/

Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrealestate/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm

X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Connect with Victor Lopez:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-l%C3%B3pez-b1174252/

In this episode of the Stay Ready Real Estate Podcast, host Emeka interviews Victor Lopez, founder of Central Bridge Capital. Victor shares his journey from working in the corporate sector to becoming a full-time real estate investor focusing on multifamily properties in Central Florida. He discusses the importance of learning on the job, building relationships, and the challenges of securing deals and raising capital. Victor also emphasizes the need for perseverance and long-term vision in real estate investing. He advises aspiring investors to network extensively, immerse themselves in the industry, and take massive action towards their goals. Additionally, he shares his long-term vision of creating a vertically integrated multifamily investment firm to build legacy wealth.

Mr. Lopez currently serves as Chairman and CEO for Central Bridge Holdings and its subsidiaries Central Bridge Capital LLC, Central Bridge Investments, and WeOffer Corp.

Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/

Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrealestate/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm

X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Nico Salgado:

https://smallaxecommunities.com/

https://www.instagram.com/nico_salgado456/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicosalgado456/

Emeka, the host of the Stay Ready Real Estate Podcast, and his friend Nico from Small Axe Communities discuss the process of making offers on real estate deals. Emeka visited a property, compiled photos and videos, and built rapport with the seller before connecting with Nico to review the deal. The property being considered has been on the market for over two years and includes a mix of mobile homes and lots.

Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm

Connect with Marco Barbaro

Free Class: https://youtu.be/KzS0Fq003VU?si=-Zqcnu-Or_a2fbki

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.barbaro.12

Multifamily Analyzer Tool: https://www.themultifamilyanalyzer.com/vsl

FREE MASTERCLASS 80 Unit Deal: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcO2srjkvGtPKJNFynDeZTYoeZxcx37sM?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2LR4dKhzS1Eal-HE9HEHd-WFLmuEwRjXwCIYCehUXLrO0k91VAzM0OTko_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw#/registration

In 1996, Marco graduated from Fairfield University and turned down a job with GE Capital to go into the restaurant business with his brother Gino. At the age of 23, he bought his first multifamily property, a 4-family, in New York.

In 2013, he began investing with his brother & Jake in Knoxville Tennessee, where they purchased their first twenty-five unit deal. Since then, he has partnered with Jake & Gino and on his own on over 3700 units, and has witnessed and participated in the growth of the company.

Marco exited the rat race on August 1st 2019, and joined the Jake & Gino team full time to help coach students and raise capital for Sharpline Equity. He has also started a successful Mastermind and Mentors over 225 students.

Marco excels in networking, building teams and putting people in place to succeed. He is a husband and the father of 3 beautiful girls. His family and multifamily are his two main focuses in life.

Join us as we unpack the incredible life transition of a celebrated chef who found a new calling in real estate investment.. His culinary ambitions seemed destined to be his lifelong path. However, life had other plans. At just 23, his immigrant father, introduced him to the world of real estate. He took his first step by purchasing a four-family property, an experience that not only diversified his skills but also changed his life's trajectory forever.

Summary

Natalie, a real estate investor, shares her journey into real estate investing and the importance of mindset and networking. She emphasizes the power of education and recommends books like 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' and 'Tax-Free Wealth'. Natalie also highlights the need for finding the right partners and doing due diligence. She shares her goal of achieving financial freedom and giving back, and expresses her desire to have dinner with her late grandfather, who was also a real estate investor. Natalie encourages listeners to sign up for BiggerPockets and determine their 'why' in order to stay motivated.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Natalie and Her Real Estate Journey

03:23 Finding Partners and Investing in Different Markets

06:10 Debunking Myths and Overcoming Trust Issues

09:03 Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Investors

12:24 Lessons Learned and Networking Strategies

13:50 Recommended Books for Aspiring Real Estate Investors

14:49 Impactful Speech or Lesson in Natalie's Career

15:48 Desire to Have Dinner with Natalie's Late Grandfather

16:14 How to Connect with Natalie

Connect with Natalie Lara :

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natalie.sanchez.37

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_passive_shift/

LinkeIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lara-a9327725/

Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/

Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrealestate/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm

X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Taylor Billman, a multifamily real estate investor, shares his journey in real estate, from residential to commercial properties. He emphasizes the importance of starting early, leveraging masterminds, and staying conservative in underwriting. Taylor's 10-year goal is to be in the development space, and he recommends Rich Dad, Poor Dad and The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Apartment Buildings as essential reads for aspiring investors.

Takeaways

• Starting early in real estate investing is crucial for long-term success.
• Leveraging masterminds and networking with experienced investors can accelerate portfolio growth.
• Staying conservative in underwriting and being cautious with property acquisitions is essential for financial stability and success in real estate investing.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Taylor Billman and Real Estate Journey

03:19 Transition from Residential to Commercial Real Estate

11:36 The Power of Masterminds and Networking

Connect with Taylor Billman :

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taylor.billman.9

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_taylor_billman_/

LinkeIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-billman-b967934a/

Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/

Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrealestate/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm

X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Roberto Sembiante, a former Navy Diver, shares his journey from the military to real estate investing and now living a life of adventure. He started investing in real estate to increase his income and build wealth. He began with college rentals and eventually built a portfolio of nine single-family homes, a street in Connecticut, and several properties in Virginia Beach. He sold off his properties and now travels the world full-time. Rob emphasizes the importance of taking risks and understanding the realities of being a full-time real estate investor. He advises aspiring investors to build relationships and leverage other people's time. Rob's long-term goals include race directing and writing a book.

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:20 Current Involvement in Real Estate

06:43 Real Estate as a Path to Freedom

09:01 Portfolio and Investment Locations

11:24 Equity and Cash Flow

13:03 Book Recommendations

13:37 Impactful Speech or Lesson

14:38 Dinner with a Historical Figure

15:06 How to Connect with Ro

16:05 Actionable Steps for Listeners

Connect With Roberto Sembiante:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rob.sembiante/

Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyre...

Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrea...

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogb...

YouTube: • Stay Ready Real Estate Podcast

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7s...

X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

In this episode, Emeka Ogbonna shares his journey of getting into real estate and how he acquired his first single-family home. He discusses the barriers to entry in single-family real estate and emphasizes that it is not as hard as people think. Emeka also talks about the importance of networking, finding the right contractor, and being your own property manager. He provides three actionable steps for listeners to get closer to their real estate goals.

Getting into single-family real estate is not as hard as people think.

Networking is crucial in finding the right realtor and contractor.

Being your own property manager can provide valuable insights and cost savings.

Take action and reach out to experts for guidance and advice.

Connect with Emeka Ogbonna:

Website: Gobonnaequity.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/

Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrealestate/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm

X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna