158: Navigating Syndications: Evan Polaski on Investor Relations and Recession-Resilient Assets

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Dive into the intricacies of real estate syndication, featuring expert guest Evan Polaski from Axia Partners. We discuss the pivotal role of investor relations, uncover the tough questions every investor should ask, and spotlight Axia's focus on strong asset classes. Join host Jim as he provides the tools for due diligence and knowledge on how to match deals to your investment goals. For actionable insights and practical wisdom in the world of passive investing, subscribe and make informed decisions. Get the edge you need - listen now!   About Evan Polaski  Evan Polaski serves as the Director of Investor Relations at Axia Partners, boasting a substantial 17-year tenure in investor communications. His involvement in real estate was sparked early, propelling him to study finance and real estate in college. In his current role, he specializes in connecting investors with company operations, ensuring their needs align with Axia's strategic goals. Evan focuses on recession-hardy investments in the Mountain West and Sunbelt regions, across various assets like multifamily and self-storage. His dedication to investor relations is a cornerstone of Axia's commitment to its clientele.     Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation: 01:50 His journey to real estate investing  05:41 What is his role in the deal and process? 12:16 What questions investors should be asking 21:30 The fees 25:24 Should you ask how much the IR team is investing? 28:26 What is a sensitivity analysis? 30:21 How can investors approach the first call with an IR? 27:45 Has the economy effected how he analyzes deals? 35:02 Who should you be talking to when doing a deal 38:40 Axia  40:39 Podcast recommendation 41:24 Contact Evan   This show is for entertainment purposes only. Nothing said on the show should be considered financial advice. Before making any decisions, consult a professional. This show is copyrighted by Passive Investing from Left Field and Left Field Investors. Written permissions must be granted before syndication or rebroadcasting.         Resources Mentioned: LinkedIn: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanpolaski/ Podcast Recommendations: Conan Obrien needs a Friendhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conan-obrien-needs-a-friend/id1438054347list=PLNd0322kaMZZABZc_9GmVKhfmm4Y0t3kz Man Talkshttps://www.youtube.com/@UC2exoyYcKLknC5IWiwdAihQ  Advertising Partners: Rise48https://rise48.com/ Rust Belt Capitalhttps://rustbeltcapital.com/ Left Field Investors - BEChttps://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/bec/ Avoiding Rookie Errors as a Left Field Investor: 20 Lessons Learned From 14 Years of Passive Investing in Private Syndications by Steve Suhhttps://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/books/ Circuit Cityinvest.circuitcity.com

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