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224. Creating the Beatles of Real Estate with Neil Bertrand

May 11, 2022

Multi-family veteran Neil Bertrand discusses his experience as a property executive and his advice for young people who are interested in entering the real estate industry. During this time, he's seen the passive income opportunities available in multifamily grow, as well as the need for better strategic management of these properties. In this episode, John shares his insights on passive income and real estate investing, discussing how technology has helped make these strategies more accessible to everyone. He also discusses the importance of having a regional strategy when managing multifamily properties, and how being able to work with quality partners is key to success. He discusses the challenges that he has faced in his career, how to make the transition from property executive to successful real estate investor, and how to find the right team to help you achieve your goals.

 

[00:01 - 02:28] Opening Segment

  • I welcome Neil to the show
  • a 25 year multifamily veteran 
  • has held positions with 4 NMHC Top 50 Firms
  • Neil’s life as a musician
    • Finding balance with the help of passion in music
  • Focusing on the numbers

 

[07:15 - 17:48] Building A Business

 

  • Switching from the employment world to becoming a business owner

 

  • Becoming friends with a CFO who has similar ideas 

 

  • Neil shares some advice for others who are starting a business

 

 

[17:49 - 27:42] Past Experiences and Future Goals

  • The Leander Apartments
  • Neil’s experience with working on a renovation project
    • Taking caution when pairing up with people that you do not agree with
  • Focusing on multifamily projects and build-to-rent duplex communities

 

  • Neil’s goal of building 5000 units within 5 years

 

 

[27:43 - 31:05] Closing Segment

  • Finding the right partners and helping as many people as possible
  • Final words
  • See links below to connect with Neil

 

 

Quotes:

 

“It's about long term relationships. It's about win-win. And it's about helping as many other people as we can to kind of realize their potential and realize their goals as well.” - Neil Bertrand

 

“You can put any 4 musicians in a room, and they’ll play a song. But if you put the right 4 musicians in a room, that’s when you get the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, Kiss…you get the iconic bands.” - Neil Bertrand

 

 

You can connect with Neil through LinkedIn, or you can email him at neil@reitgroupx.com. Also visit www.rgxinvest.com for more information.

 

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

 

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Or send me an email sujata@luxe-cap.com

 

Visit my website www.luxe-cap.com or my Youtube channel



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