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4 hours ago
4 hours ago
In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with Michael H. Zaransky, founder of MZ Capital Partners and a fourth-generation real estate investor. Michael’s firm has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. by Inc. Magazine, and for good reason. He breaks down why his current strategy is focused on acquiring newer, stabilized multifamily properties instead of developing or doing heavy value-add.
Michael also shares:
Why his team is pressing pause on development
The reason buying stabilized properties can make more sense than building
The generational shift creating unique buying opportunities
How decades of family experience shape his investment philosophy
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2 days ago
2 days ago
In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with Wendell Butler, a real estate investor who made a bold move—shifting from multifamily properties in New England to flipping homes and doing new construction in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Wendell shares why he pivoted from long-term holds to fix-and-flips and development, and how the hot Charlotte market is shaping his strategy. Discover how Wendell leverages creative marketing, including direct mail campaigns, to generate consistent leads—and why building strong relationships with general contractors and wholesalers is key to his systemized approach.
He also talks about his background in the military, his early days in Worcester’s multifamily scene, and how house hacking and the BRRRR strategy helped him get started. Wendell now focuses on building scalable systems and shares some game-changing tips for other investors looking to build a fix-and-flip business.
Key Takeaways:
Why multifamily didn’t make sense in Charlotte—and flipping did
The direct mail strategy that gets real results
How Wendell systemizes his business for scale
Tips for building strong relationships with contractors and wholesalers
What’s working now for lead generation
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/
4 days ago
4 days ago
In this episode, we welcome back experienced real estate investor and capital raising expert Tom Dunkel. With over 30 years in finance, investing, and entrepreneurship, Tom shares his recent transition from running a successful self-storage investment firm to launching his own capital-raising entity, Eagle Capital Investments.
Tom breaks down what a “fund of funds” is and how it allows him to raise money from investors and place it with vetted operators across multiple asset classes—including multifamily, medical offices, mobile home parks, and private lending. His mission is to help other investors gain access to high-quality deals and improved returns through pooled capital strategies.
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/
5 days ago
5 days ago
In this insightful episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with Andrew Reichert, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur and founder of a vertically integrated investment company focused on multifamily housing in the U.S. Heartland. Andrew shares how his team manages over 3,600 units across 65+ properties, blending boots-on-the-ground operations with tech-driven back-end efficiency.
Andrew opens up about the power of stewardship—not just of buildings, but of people and capital. With a focus on “Meds and Eds” markets and workforce housing, he discusses light value-add strategies, innovative resident programs, and the impact of being truly people-first in property management.
He also talks about creative exit strategies, their philosophy on long-term capital, and how their conservative approach shielded them from market volatility. This episode is a must-listen for investors who value both strong returns and doing business the right way.
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/
5 days ago
5 days ago
Cowboy Joe Marques joins Dave Dubeau to talk about one of the most powerful tools in a real estate investor's toolkit—consciousness and confidence. From his colorful cowboy wisdom to hard-won lessons in the trenches of real estate development, Joe explains why shifting your thinking from "asking" to "giving" can change everything when raising capital.
Listeners will hear how Joe bounced back from losing nearly $100 million in 2008, why it's critical to focus on wins instead of losses, and how internal belief systems impact external success. He also discusses his work in veteran-focused real estate developments and the importance of authentic relationships.
Joe also shares insights from his books, Dirt to Wealth and Cowboy Wit and Wisdom, filled with memorable cowboy sayings that hold serious truths.
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6 days ago
6 days ago
Dave sits down with Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club and a prolific connector of the ultra-wealthy, to uncover what drives billionaire success. With insights gathered from interviewing 45 billionaires, reading over 125 books they’ve authored, and building an elite network of family offices, Richard reveals the key mental models and success habits that top performers use to win—over and over again.
Listeners will learn:
Why trust matters more than pro formas in investing
The surprising importance of meeting people in person in the AI age
Richard’s personal mindset routine that includes 50 daily mental programming statements
The three “trust curves” every capital raiser should understand
Practical steps new investors can take to raise capital and build credibility
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/
6 days ago
6 days ago
In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with seasoned real estate investor and syndicator Charles Carillo. With nearly two decades in multifamily investing and a strong presence in the syndication space since 2018, Charles shares his insights into today’s market dynamics and how his investment strategy has evolved.
Charles breaks down how rising renovation costs, tightening rent bumps, and shifting interest rates are reshaping the multifamily investing landscape. He emphasizes the importance of holding properties long-term, adapting to market cycles, and maintaining strong communication with investors.
You’ll also hear about:
His current portfolio and market focus
The “10 Year Rule” and how it protects investors
How to handle rising renovation costs without losing your edge
What lenders are doing behind the scenes with troubled assets
Transparent advice for working with passive investors
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/
7 days ago
7 days ago
In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau welcomes Charles Seaman, a seasoned multifamily syndicator and host of the MPI Multifamily Podcast. Charles dives into the current market dynamics and why he’s eyeing smaller multifamily and single-family portfolios, even after years in large-scale multifamily syndication.
From controlling risk through longer hold periods to navigating the syndication model’s pitfalls, Charles shares practical strategies real estate investors can use today. He also reveals unique opportunities available through direct-from-builder purchases and the power of adapting your investment strategy to the market’s mood.
Whether you're an experienced syndicator or a passive investor, Charles’ insights into underwriting, asset management, and the value of flexibility will give you a fresh perspective.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why Charles is pivoting toward smaller and single-family properties
How builders are offering 100% financing on new homes
The hidden risks of short-term syndication holds
Why some investors are returning to paying off mortgages
The importance of adapting your strategy based on the market cycle
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/
7 days ago
7 days ago
In this episode, Dave Dubeau chats with Mathew Owens, a former CPA who turned his analytical edge into a thriving real estate empire. Mathew reveals how financial modeling and a relentless pursuit of cash flow turned his first flip into a real estate education through both wins and wipeouts. From flipping over a thousand homes to managing multi-million dollar lending funds and innovating in short-term rentals, Mathew shares valuable insights on what it really takes to scale, diversify, and stay profitable in today's shifting market.
He discusses:
Why analytical professionals have an edge in real estate
The evolution from CPA to capital raiser with $200M+ raised
Lessons learned from losing it all during a market crash
How his company now helps investors model tax-advantaged portfolios
His work with veterans and first responders through socially impactful investing
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/
Friday Jun 27, 2025
Friday Jun 27, 2025
In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with David Lilley, a driven real estate entrepreneur based in Dallas, Texas. Since starting in 2018, David and his team at REAP Capital have built an impressive portfolio of over 1,900 rental units across eight multifamily properties in the DFW area.
David shares his journey from acquiring a humble 6-unit property to overseeing large multifamily deals and working with institutional investors. His approach? Focus on doing all the little things right.
We dive into:
How REAP Capital scaled so quickly without a background in real estate
The importance of integrity and early investor trust
How vertical integration gave them greater control and transparency
The challenges of recent market conditions and how they’ve adapted
David’s evolving strategies for raising capital, including events and face-to-face networking
Their goal of acquiring 2,000 units in 2025, and how they’re branching out to new markets
Plus, David explains why clear communication with investors, especially during challenging times, has been key to their continued growth.
- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/