189. $1.4 Billion (with a B!) Worth of Real Estate Insights with Russell Franchi

Welcome to the Real Estate Investing School Podcast! In this episode, host Joe Jensen welcomes Russell Franchi, a seasoned real estate investor and managing partner at Village Capital Partners. Russell, who has overseen over $1.4 billion (with a b) in real estate transactions, shares his journey from a math and science background to becoming a full-time real estate investor specializing in multifamily and commercial properties. Russell provides valuable insights into the importance of understanding the lending world and the significance of capital raising in real estate investing. He emphasizes the need to be cautious and strategic, especially when dealing with large-scale investments. Throughout the conversation, Russell highlights the creative problem-solving skills required in real estate, sharing lessons about his early land deals and the challenges he faced during the 2008 financial crisis. His ability to pivot and learn from these experiences has contributed to his success in building a substantial real estate portfolio. Listeners will appreciate Russell's advice on the importance of working with a mentor, staying focused on your strengths, and the value of perseverance in the face of challenges. Follow @realestateinvestingschool on Instagram to stay up to date on Real Estate Investing School 2.0 and Back 2 School launching soon!  Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram Russell's LinkedIn