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EPISODE · Sep 25, 2025 · 48 MIN

Passive Investing Masterclass: How to Avoid Losing Money in Multifamily Deals W/ Paul Shannon

from Breaking Ground with Justin Goodin · host Justin Goodin

What makes a good multifamily deal… and how do you know if the sponsor behind it can really deliver?Paul Shannon has gone from a W-2 career in surgical sales to building a portfolio of over 1,000+ multifamily units as both an active operator and a passive investor. Along the way, he’s seen the best and worst of multifamily syndications — and he shares what every limited partner (LP) needs to know before wiring their first check.In this episode, we cover:- How Paul transitioned from corporate life into full-time multifamily investing- Why relationships matter more than just “the numbers” in syndications- The biggest red flags passive investors overlook when evaluating deals- A real case study from one of Paul’s investments — what worked, what went wrong, and what he learned- The most important questions LPs should ask sponsors before committing capital- How Paul views the multifamily market in 2025 — and what that means for investors looking for opportunities nowIf you’re a passive real estate investor looking to grow your wealth through apartments, this episode gives you an inside look at how experienced LPs think, the mistakes to avoid, and how to evaluate opportunities with confidence.🔗 Learn more about Paul Shannon: https://www.investwisecollective.com/🔗 Follow Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-shannon-68255530/Subscribe for more conversations with multifamily investors, developers, and operators who share their unfiltered stories and practical advice.🔗 Learn more about Goodin Development: https://goodindevelopment.com/🔗 Follow Justin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justingoodin/🔗 Follow Justin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justin.goodin.16

What makes a good multifamily deal… and how do you know if the sponsor behind it can really deliver?Paul Shannon has gone from a W-2 career in surgical sales to building a portfolio of over 1,000+ multifamily units as both an active operator and a passive investor. Along the way, he’s seen the best and worst of multifamily syndications — and he shares what every limited partner (LP) needs to know before wiring their first check.In this episode, we cover:- How Paul transitioned from corporate life into full-time multifamily investing- Why relationships matter more than just “the numbers” in syndications- The biggest red flags passive investors overlook when evaluating deals- A real case study from one of Paul’s investments — what worked, what went wrong, and what he learned- The most important questions LPs should ask sponsors before committing capital- How Paul views the multifamily market in 2025 — and what that means for investors looking for opportunities nowIf you’re a passive real estate investor looking to grow your wealth through apartments, this episode gives you an inside look at how experienced LPs think, the mistakes to avoid, and how to evaluate opportunities with confidence.🔗 Learn more about Paul Shannon: https://www.investwisecollective.com/🔗 Follow Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-shannon-68255530/Subscribe for more conversations with multifamily investors, developers, and operators who share their unfiltered stories and practical advice.🔗 Learn more about Goodin Development: https://goodindevelopment.com/🔗 Follow Justin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justingoodin/🔗 Follow Justin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justin.goodin.16

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