#235: Organically Growing a 200+ Unit Portfolio, Direct-To-Seller Strategies, and Focusing on Tertiary Markets with Zach Hoereth

What's the key to success in direct-to-seller real estate deals? This week, Zach Hoereth shares his journey as an investor focusing on small to midsize multifamily deals in the Midwest, primarily in Indiana. He has a portfolio consisting of several hundred units across single-family homes, small apartments, and self-storage facilities.In this episode, Zach and I dive into the world of direct-to-seller deals, discussing his strategies for finding deals, the power of follow-up, and some fun stories from his real estate journey. We touch on the challenges and rewards of going direct-to-seller and the importance of building relationships in the industry.Here are some highlights from the episode:- How does Zach find deals in the Midwest and what is his marketing strategy? - What are some fun stories Zach shares about his deals, including one involving persistent follow-up with a seller? - How does Zach manage the dynamic of investing in markets where he doesn't live, and what is his approach to due diligence in those situations? - What is Zach's strategy for leveraging single-family homes in his portfolio and how does he use them to build wealth and cash flow? - What are Zach's goals for the future in terms of building his real estate portfolio, including a focus on self-storage facilities?Struggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with Zach:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInLearn more about Zach in this website