Ep #1,154 - Why He Buys the Worst Apartments

Nick Stageberg is the CEO of Black Swan Real Estate and a former tech entrepreneur who scaled a $13M startup to a $100M exit. He later led 13 engineering teams at Mayo Clinic before building a thriving real estate portfolio with his wife, Elaine. Today Nick leverages his tech-driven approach to give Black Swan a distinct edge in the multifamily industry.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   From Tech Career to Real Estate Freedom How to Turn Setbacks Into Your Greatest Wins Warren Buffet’s Surprising Take on D Class Properties Using Real Estate Profits to Create Lasting Impact Must-Know Tips for First-Time Investors How to Land a Mentor Without Spending a Dime Why Real Estate Beats Even the Highest-Paying W2 Job   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Joey Chan has run a successful construction company for over 20 years and began investing in real estate in 2008 with his first rental in West Orange, NJ. Since then, he and his partners have built a portfolio of 60+ JV rental units, mortgage notes, and over 60 completed transactions. Today, Joey is a General Partner in 208 units in Dallas, TX, and a Limited Partner in 76 units.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   From Immigrant Dreamer to Multifamily Deal Maker The Harsh Truth About Landlord/Tenant Laws in the Northern US How to Pivot Your Strategy and Win Big in Real Estate The Secrets to Thriving with Multiple Business Partners The Hottest Markets Every Multifamily Investor Should Know The Goal-Setting Blueprint That Turns 2023 Into Your Breakthrough Year   If you’d like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we’ll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Discover the true meaning of freedom and why it’s the ultimate key to happiness and success. From time and money freedom to the deeper state of mind that no one can take away, this conversation explores courage, self-discipline, and letting go of limiting beliefs. With powerful insights inspired by Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning and real-life lessons of loss and growth, you’ll learn how to unlock freedom in every area of your life. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Sam is the Founder of Saratoga Group and a private equity real estate fund manager with over $300M AUM, specializing in revitalizing mobile home communities. Active in real estate since 2009, his expertise spans distressed assets, land development, and multiple CRE asset classes. Passionate about affordable housing and community impact, he serves on the Auburn Economic Development Council and the board of Auburn Sutter Faith Hospital. Sam holds an MBA from Wharton and a BS in Chemical Engineering from BYU.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   Rich Dad Poor Dad and the game-changing influence it had on Sam How Sam broke into mobile home community investing Creative financing strategies in the mobile home space How to handle non-payment challenges in mobile home parks Why mobile home communities are disappearing across America Breaking down Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac debt in mobile home parks Sam’s must-hear advice for aspiring investors The keys to hiring and managing great operators for mobile home parks   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Hilary Graves is the founder of Bright Sound Investments, a private equity firm based in York, Pennsylvania. Alongside her husband, she scaled a successful portfolio with Bilary Property Group before partnering with experienced operators to expand into larger multifamily assets. Since joining the Warrior group in April 2022, she has been involved in 251 units as a Limited Partner and 114 units as a General Partner. Beyond real estate, Hilary is a classically trained pianist, composer, and music educator with a master’s degree from Lebanon Valley College.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   Hilary’s Journey Into Multifamily Real Estate Success The Game-Changing Power of Household Support The Wildest, Most Unexpected Truth About Multifamily Cracking the Code on Raising Capital for Your Deals Why You’re Not Selling, Instead You’re Unlocking Opportunity The Single Best Piece of Advice Hilary Ever Received The One Skill Everyone Must Master Before Jumping Into Multifamily   If you’d like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we’ll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

This episode of Own Your Power explores the life changing strength that comes from speaking and living in truth. True integrity means doing the right thing no matter the circumstances, even when it requires courage or sacrifice. Honesty is a powerful act of love for yourself and for others and while the truth may sting in the moment, lies can cause a lifetime of damage. This episode unpacks why integrity shapes your reputation, how truth always surfaces in time, and why living authentically leads to respect, growth, and lasting success. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Jeff Gleiberman is President of MG Properties, a leading multifamily syndicator and NMHC Top 50 Apartment Owner with over 28,000 units. He oversees investments, operations, and partner relations, driving the firm’s growth while staying true to its core values. Known for building strong industry relationships, Jeff has been instrumental in expanding MG’s platform and cultivating strategic partnerships with investors, wealth managers, and institutions.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   Jeff’s Epic Journey into Real Estate The Moment Jeff Got Hooked on Multifamily Investing Inside Secrets on How Big Players Structure Multifamily Deals The Hidden Dangers of Investing in California The Top Assets You Should Be Focusing On Right Now The Real Reason You Should Be Investing How to Inspire Others and Build Unstoppable Discipline Game Changing Tax Strategies the Wealthy Use The Must Have Traits of Every Successful Leader   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Matt Iverson, founder of Veritas Equity, is a seasoned real estate investor with a proven track record in multimillion-dollar resort fix-and-flips and over a decade in family brokerage, overseeing billions in transactions. He launched Veritas Equity to create lasting passive income, reduce tax burdens, and build sustainable generational wealth through real estate.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   From $3 Billion in Transactions to Crushing It in Multifamily The Hidden X Factor That Separates Multifamily Winners from the Rest Massive Action vs Hesitation Why Speed of Decision is Everything Breaking Down the Anatomy of a Multifamily Deal Like a Pro The Shocking Reason Experts Always Talk to Tenants Before Closing Playing It Safe = Bigger Profits Why Conservative Investing Wins Long Term The Asset Location Secret Insiders Don’t Want You to Miss   If you’d like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we’ll be speaking soon. For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com

This episode of Own Your Power explores the transformative force of passion and why the most successful and fulfilled people are those who operate from it. It breaks down the path from competence to confidence to influence, showing how passion fuels energy, creativity, and massive action. You’ll discover how to identify what excites you, why focusing on strengths unlocks purpose, and how pursuing what you love can unleash innovation, diminish fear, and create a life of impact. Packed with motivation and practical wisdom, this episode is a call to stop settling, chase your passions relentlessly, and thrive instead of just surviving. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com

Morgan Keim spent a decade launching food tech startups and raising $400M, only to realize that income without ownership was not true freedom. What began in 2014 as a quiet hedge against startup volatility grew into a full-time mission as he placed over 50 LP checks and then led two dozen contrarian acquisitions across the Midwest and Sunbelt. With 105 percent net investor returns across seven exits, he has transformed overlooked Class C properties into safe communities and stable cash flow. Today, as Managing Partner of Ocean Ridge Capital, Morgan helps founders and operators trade burnout for lasting wealth while tackling America’s housing crisis.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   Breaking Free From Limiting Beliefs And Owning Your Path From Digital Marketing Hustle To Real Estate Empire Builder The Cash For Keys Strategy That Changes The Game The Hidden Struggles Of Affordable Housing No One Talks About Inside Morgan’s Playbook For Managing A Full Rehab The Must-Know Advice Every New Real Estate Investor Needs How Morgan Builds Power Teams That Actually Deliver The Two Asset Classes Morgan Can’t Stop Investing In Unlocking Your True Strengths And Leveraging Them For Success The Silver Tsunami That Will Disrupt Senior Housing Over The Next Decade   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe