Ep #1,116 - He Left Everything Behind and Built a $500M Portfolio

Michael is a seasoned real estate syndicator, broker, and attorney, and the founder of Next Play Investments LLC, a firm focused on acquiring undervalued properties and turning them into high performing, cash flowing assets. With a portfolio spanning apartment complexes, self storage, and mixed use properties, Michael and his expert team, which includes a CPA, LinkedIn coordinator, and portfolio manager, currently manage approximately $15 million in assets and 1,250 doors nationwide. Here’s some of the topics we covered: Where Smart Investors Are Putting Their Money How Michael Closed a Deal Fast Thanks to Strategic Debt Moves The Real Story Behind the Debt Terms and Interest Rates  The Due Diligence Moves Michael Makes Before Every Investment Why You Should Always Bring Experts to Your Property Tours How to Know if the Demographics Make or Break Your Deal The Hidden Key to Tenant Retention Is Property Safety How Spotcrime Can Help You Avoid Dangerous Neighborhoods Building Powerful Local Bank Relationships Around Each Property What No One Tells You About the Pros and Cons of Agency Debt   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  

Max Shah, founder of ROS Capital, is a seasoned real estate investor with over 1,100 units across multifamily, self-storage, rentals, hotels, and gas stations since 2014. With a background in IT and a sharp eye for development, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and hands-on experience to every deal, including new construction homes. Known for his strategic thinking and consistent results, Max is a trusted advisor dedicated to helping clients grow and protect their wealth through smart, high-impact real estate investments.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   A Huge Bonus Depreciation Win Max’s Game-Changing Origin Story Why The Right Mentor Can Shortcut Your Success How Max Found His Multifamily Superpower Million-Dollar Negotiation Moves You Need to Know The Wild, Creative Strategy Max Used to Close a Deal Why Your Attorney Might Be The Secret Weapon in Real Estate   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  

Too many people coast through life never realizing what they’re truly capable of, held back by fear, comfort, or limiting beliefs. But what if you acted like failure wasn’t an option? Learn why your starting point doesn’t matter, how setbacks are just “seminars” in disguise, and why happiness actually precedes success—not the other way around. This episode is a powerful reminder that your only true limitation is how big you're willing to dream—and how boldly you're willing to act. Own your power with this Success Tip. For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Cory Jacobson and Ryan Bevilacqua are experienced entrepreneurs and real estate investors with over twelve years in business, sales, and hospitality. They host The Wealth Juice Podcast, ranked in the top 1% globally, where they interview top investors and entrepreneurs, and they’ve built a 37,000+ follower Instagram community sharing real estate insights. Their portfolio includes 80+ units across rentals, multifamily, and a boutique hotel, and they co-own a short-term rental company managing 100+ units. Their drive for growth, community, and helping others fuels their continued success.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   That Wild AHA Moment Renting to Their Fellow Employees Why Adding Value Everywhere Changes the Game The Secret to Building a Power Team and Managing Like a Pro How Long It Really Takes to Land That First Deal and What Comes After Why Sales Skills Are Your Secret Weapon in Multifamily The Exact Moment Cody and Ryan Knew Real Estate Was Their Future A Proven Strategy to Break Into Any Industry You Dream Of Why Keeping Your Promises Can Make or Break Your Reputation   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  

Andrew Dressel is a seasoned attorney and real estate investor who began his career as a history teacher before graduating with honors from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 2008. He practiced at Boies, Schiller & Flexner before founding his own firm in 2018, focusing on commercial litigation, corporate, and securities law. In 2016, Andrew and his wife began investing in real estate, growing their portfolio to over 200 units across multiple states by 2021. He joined the Warrior program in 2023 to expand his skills and connect with top investors nationwide. Here’s some of the topics we covered:    From Classroom and Courtroom to Crushing It in Real Estate How to Build Wealth Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle Turning Setbacks into Strategy and Momentum The Secret to Tapping Into Your Unique Superpower Proven Hacks for Raising Capital Like a Pro Inside the Deal That Changed Everything in Industrial Real Estate What Made This Opportunity Too Good to Pass Up Must-Know Advice for Anyone Ready to Jump into Real Estate Investing 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

Feeling stuck or too comfortable can be the biggest barrier to real growth. In this episode of Own Your Power, you’ll discover how to harness powerful emotions like disgust, desire, anger, and resolve to create meaningful change and take back control of your life. Learn how channeling these emotions can fuel momentum, break cycles, and help you live with intention. Whether your goal is financial freedom, better health, or stronger relationships, this episode shows how emotion-driven action can be your greatest advantage. Own your power with this Success Tip.  For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Igor Shaltanov is the founder and managing partner of Avista Fund, a Southern California-based real estate investment firm focused on income-generating multifamily properties. A former professional athlete turned entrepreneur, Igor has led Avista since 2015, raising capital and acquiring over 3,050 units valued at $483.5MM. The firm is committed to conservative underwriting, rigorous due diligence, and providing investors with strategic access to U.S. real estate through a values-driven approach.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   From Russia to the U.S. and Why Igor Never Looked Back The Stock Market Lesson That Cost More Than Expected The Real Reason You Need the Right Partner in Business What You Should Look For In a Partner How Igor Found His First Deal and What Went Totally Wrong Why Investing in California Might Be a Trap Self Storage Secrets Most Investors Never Learn The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything   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  

CJ Yamada is a Las Vegas-based real estate investor originally from Japan, known for achieving financial freedom just three years after joining Rod’s Warrior Group in 2020. A devoted husband and father of two young children, CJ now oversees a total of 459 units—200 multifamily units in Temple, Texas, and 259 senior housing units in Wisconsin—with a remarkable 95% average occupancy rate. His portfolio is valued at $37 million under management, reflecting his dedication, growth, and success in the real estate space. Here’s some of the topics we covered:   How Backpacking Around the World Sparked a New Life Vision What It Really Took to Leave Japan and Start Over in the U.S. Why Trading Time for Money Was No Longer an Option The Game-Changing First Deal That Happened Through the Warrior Group What No One Is Talking About with the Coming Silver Tsunami How Paying for Speed Helped CJ Achieve Financial Freedom in 3 Years The Hidden Superpower Behind Magnetic Marketing Success Why Finding Your Lane in Multifamily Changes Everything What Being in the Warrior Group Gives You That Others Don’t Is It Possible To Do Multifamily With a W2 Job & Kids?   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  

Feeling stuck or uninspired? This episode of Own Your Power explores simple ways to reconnect with your passion and purpose. From quiet reflection and journaling to meaningful conversations and small adventures, you'll learn how taking action can spark inspiration and bring clarity to your life. Own your power with this Success Tip.  For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

In this powerhouse episode of Lifetime Cash Flow through Real Estate Investing, Rod sits down with long-time friend and SEC attorney Merrill Kaliser for a wide-ranging conversation packed with legal insights, market trends, and real-world investing wisdom. From navigating SEC scrutiny and avoiding legal pitfalls to seizing massive opportunities in senior housing and Texas development, Merrill shares his journey from bankruptcy law to building over 9,000 units. They dive into HUD financing myths, the critical role of operators, and why success boils down to people, systems, processes, and data. This episode is a must-listen for serious investors who want to scale smart and stay protected. Here’s some of the topics we covered: Merrill’s Background In Real Estate & Being an Attorney Behind the Scenes of Merrill’s Most Profitable Property Deals What Really Happens Inside a Top SEC Law Firm What Every Investor Needs to Know About SEC Legal Protection Recourse vs Nonrecourse Loans and Why It Could Make or Break You How Interest Rates Are Shaking Up the Real Estate Game Merrill’s Unfiltered Breakdown of Today’s Economic Landscape Why Senior Living Could Be the Sleeper Asset Class of the 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