How Property Management Experience Translates to Multifamily Success | Ep 46 Path of Progress

From maintenance tech to managing 300-unit buildings — and now owning 44 multifamily units across two states.In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Hayden Duer, a hands-on real estate investor from San Diego who scaled from property management to syndication — raising over $1.4 million from private investors.Hayden’s story is a masterclass in learning from the ground up. From his family’s real estate roots to managing properties through the 2008 crash, he shares how his property management experience gave him a unique edge in multifamily investing.This episode is packed with insight for anyone who wants to start small, learn deeply, and scale sustainably.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From property management to multifamily ownership✅ How Hayden scaled to 44 units in 15 months✅ Why real-world experience beats theory in real estate✅ How to raise $1.4M from family and friends✅ The power of broker and lender relationships✅ Asset management vs. property management — the real difference✅ How to vet and select third-party management teams✅ Hands-on renovation and value-add strategies✅ Building intergenerational wealth through real estate✅ Why patience and leadership are keys to sustainable scaling📚 Book Recommendations:– Traction by Gino Wickman– Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman🌐 Connect with Hayden Duer:🌐 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/hayden.duer/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/haydenduer/?hl=en💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-duer-3193961b9🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/-pXbQwfrTm4🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #HaydenDuer #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyInvesting #PropertyManagement #AssetManagement #RaisingCapital #RealEstatePodcast #AffordableHousing #Syndication #PassiveIncome #RealEstateMindset #FinancialFreedom #InvestingJourney #ScalingInRealEstate #ValueAddInvesting #LeadershipInRealEstate #FamilyLegacy #HandsOnInvestor #RealEstateExperience #FaithDrivenInvestor