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The 10 Biggest Risks in Commercial Real Estate Investing and How to Mitigate Them Register -> https://lnkd.in/gDZENauq We will be sharing 5 key things:  Discover the top 10 risks associated with commercial real estate investing and get valuable insights on navigating potential pitfalls.  Gain knowledge on leveraging equity and debt financing in commercial real estate to optimize your investments while effectively managing associated risks.  Explore the significance of location and market timing in commercial real estate investments, two critical aspects that can drastically affect your risk exposure.  Benefit from expert insights and strategies to balance risk and return in your real estate investments.  Understand the impact of economic cycles on commercial real estate values and the associated investment risks. #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateInvestors #RealEstateBrokers #Roimuse #RealEstateEducation #RealEstateAgent #BenSuttles #RealEstateInvesting

I was involved in a deal awhile ago with two partners. We ultimately lost this deal and it’s a shame that one of the other partners has to lie about why the deal was lost to push the blame onto other people. He claims the earnest money couldn’t be raised which is not true. The property was never under contract. Since the property was never under contract with a PSA in place (purchase and sale agreement) there was never a need to raise earnest money or open escrow. When the LOI was submitted he had expressed that the earnest money would go hard (meaning non-refundable) after 10 days. He was learning the business at this time and fairly new to multifamily. When we were preparing the PSA (purchase and sale agreement) the attorney for the other partner recommended changing this to provide more time for us to complete the due diligence on the asset. The seller didn’t like the change in terms between the LOI (letter of intent) and PSA and so he pulled the deal from us. Unfortunately this other partner has fabricated a story placing the blame on others rather than simply telling the truth - Always learning - Obviously, the other partner in the deal and myself have distanced ourselves from him and want nothing to do with him. If he’s dishonest about this - can he be trusted as a general partner / co-GP on future deals. ??? I believe in situations like this a person’s “true colors” come out. The other partner involved and I are collaborating on things and have continued working together - on bootcamps, workshops and now discussions about a fund. Separate yourself from others that are less than credible We learn from our mistakes, misfortunes and the actions of others. Just another lesson in this journey called life - #multifamily #realestate #raisingcapital #syndication

Another great testimonial from one of our private funders who we paid back their capital and final interest payment this week. As you can see, they were skeptical at first - and this is common. ❓Will I get my money back? ❓Is now the right time to be investing in property? ❓I heard Joe Bloggs ripped someone off their hard earned cash! All good questions, that’s why we always invite people to see what we’re doing first hand - if they want to. And don’t compare us to Joe Bloggs! We are actively looking for new private funders on many projects we have in the pipeline. Please get in touch to discuss. #property #businessowners #privatefunding

Buying a small business is where it’s at. → Can you buy a Small biz with $0? YES, You can buy your: → Local laundromat, bakery, or favorite restaurant. I have members inside my community buying auto repair shops. → One of the industries he loves most. → 10 years stuck in the 9-5 being an IT guy. → He is now learning how to buy a car repair shop. He was not your normal IT guy: → His greatest joy is being a car mechanic. → He became an IT guy to support his family. → Then learned that business ownership is the way out. I told him how he can buy his dream biz: → At first he didn’t believe that he could. → That he can raise capital from his community. → How he can partner with an operator to run the biz With a combination of seller financing and raising money from his community: He can buy his dream biz while providing investment to the Muslims in his community. He can do what he loves to do while helping others do the same. Results? He can earn Cash Flow from day one: → He will reach out to his community to invest. → He will provide jobs for his Muslim community. → He will use his zone of genius to grow this biz. When you can buy a small Biz, you are your own boss. While helping others in your community grow their wealth. My Advice: Buy a small biz to replace the income from your 9-5. P.S. - Please repost ♻️ if you believe in Buying a small biz to earn financial freedom.

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There is much to be learned from Buffett's approach to estate planning — even if you don't have $100 billion, or even $100,000, to give away. "He's really shown a lot of forethought. And he's built-in flexibility from the beginning because it's evolved," says Jose Reynoso, head of advanced estate and tax planning at Citizens Private Wealth. "Start early and build in flexibility is a good idea whatever your level of wealth is." - ATC Team [AD] Jumpstart your estate plan today, or let's look at your existing plan and ensure it is current. Absolute Trust Counsel is here to answer all of your estate planning questions. Get started by scheduling a free discovery call to discuss your needs. It only takes about 10 minutes. Visit https://lnkd.in/eHedEs96 or call us at (925) 943-2740.

There is much to be learned from Buffett's approach to estate planning — even if you don't have $100 billion, or even $100,000, to give away. "He's really shown a lot of forethought. And he's built-in flexibility from the beginning because it's evolved," says Jose Reynoso, head of advanced estate and tax planning at Citizens Private Wealth. "Start early and build in flexibility is a good idea whatever your level of wealth is." - ATC Team [AD] Jumpstart your estate plan today, or let's look at your existing plan and ensure it is current. Absolute Trust Counsel is here to answer all of your estate planning questions. Get started by scheduling a free discovery call to discuss your needs. It only takes about 10 minutes. Visit https://lnkd.in/eHedEs96 or call us at (925) 943-2740.

With small business financing, there’s a massive gap where the SBA leaves off and big banks could give a shit. Here's the deal: everyone in the alternative credit market is chasing billion-dollar dreams. But, not everyone needs big checks. What about the small businesses that need $3-7 million? They're too big for mom-and-pop investors and too small for institutional funds. Imagine you and your partners raised $100 million to help these small businesses. Basically a first-time or niche fund. Peanuts to any real investors. If you make a number of $3-5 million investments, suddenly, each of you is juggling too many companies to handle. It’s a hurricane waiting to happen. I believe the real opportunity lies in creating small, focused funds - $25-$50 million - targeting these overlooked businesses. They’re the backbone of our economy, and they deserve better. We need more blue-collar funds investing in the contractors, the garage door businesses, and the people with dirt under their fingernails. The institutions are too big to care, and Joe Rich Guy just wants to play golf. It’s time to step up and support the businesses that keep our communities running. Who’s with me?

There is much to be learned from Buffett's approach to estate planning — even if you don't have $100 billion, or even $100,000, to give away. "He's really shown a lot of forethought. And he's built-in flexibility from the beginning because it's evolved," says Jose Reynoso, head of advanced estate and tax planning at Citizens Private Wealth. "Start early and build in flexibility is a good idea whatever your level of wealth is." - ATC Team [AD] Jumpstart your estate plan today, or let's look at your existing plan and ensure it is current. Absolute Trust Counsel is here to answer all of your estate planning questions. Get started by scheduling a free discovery call to discuss your needs. It only takes about 10 minutes. Visit https://lnkd.in/eHedEs96 or call us at (925) 943-2740.

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