#98 - Where Does The Money Come From?

Send us Fan MailEver wonder how investments actually make money? In this episode of the Smart Tech Investor mini series, Steven keeps it simple and walks you through real examples—from apartments and self-storage to retail spaces, warehouses, land development, and more. If you’re in tech or just starting to explore investing, this one’s for you. Steven explains where the money comes from, who’s paying, and how you get your share. It’s all about understanding how each property works and why people pay to use it. If you're looking to grow your income or figure out which investments fit your goals, this episode will help you see it all more clearly.Episode highlights:(0:00) Intro(0:52) Why asking “that question” is crucial(3:22) Multi-family apartments explained(5:15) How self-storage makes money(6:34) Industrial and warehouse income streams(9:22) Retail strip malls and local business rents(10:07) How land development creates value(11:53) Mobile home & RV parks: land rental breakdown(14:52) How to think about cash flow and value(17:08) Final thoughts on choosing what kind of returns you want(18:46) Outro—Share this with your tech friends who you think would benefit from learning about passive income and alternative real estate investments. For more resources and guides, check these out:Crack the Code https://www.aritacapital.com/crack-the-code/Investor 101 https://www.aritacapital.com/investor-101-resource/Due Diligence Resource https://www.aritacapital.com/dd-checklist-resource/If you want to learn more, reach out at:Email: [email protected]:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/aritasteven/IG:  https://www.instagram.com/the.real.arita