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The Real Estate Takeoff

by Shawn DiMartile and Mike Tighe

The Real Estate Takeoff podcast hosted by Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile, where we'll talk all aspects of anything real estate investing related, as we host a variety of guests who are active in the real estate game. Past guests including Grant Cardone, Michael Blank, & more! Be sure to follow the show on instagram at @therealestatetakeoff.

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  1. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: New Investment Opportunity! 20-Unit New Construction 800 Feet from the Ocean in San Diego

    Today, we are proud to present our exclusive investment opportunity for our 20-unit new apartment development on the border of Ocean Beach and Sunset Cliffs right here in San Diego, CA. This investment is open to all of our listeners so you can invest alongside us. In this episode, we provide a...

  2. Episode 237: Austin Allison Discusses Revolutionary Co-Ownership Platform, Pacaso

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Episode Summary: In this engaging episode, Shawn DiMartile interviews Austin Allison, the innovative mind behind Pacaso, a burgeoning platform revolutionizing vacation home ownership. Broadcasting from Tuscany, Italy,...

  3. Episode 236: Kyle Matthews Discusses Building a Nationwide Commercial Brokerage Empire

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Episode Summary: Join host Mike Tighe in this enlightening conversation with Kyle Matthews, a powerhouse in the commercial real estate industry. Broadcasting from Telluride, Mike dives deep into Kyle's journey from a...

  4. Episode 235: August Biniaz Discusses CPI Capital's Investment Strategy and Goals

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, Mike Tighe sits down with August Biniaz, the Chief Investment Officer at CPI Capital, to discuss the intricacies of real estate syndication,...

  5. Episode 234: Trey Wheeler Discusses Real Estate and Brokerage Insights

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff podcast, host Mike Tighe welcomes Trey Wheeler, VP of Investments at Tailwind Investment Group. Trey shares his journey from corporate finance to multifamily real estate...

  6. Episode 233: Josephine Saffert Discusses Real Estate Development and Entrepreneurship

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this insightful episode, Shawn DiMartile is joined by Josephine Saffert, a dynamic real estate developer based in Nashville, Tennessee. Josephine shares her journey from immigrating to the U.S. from Germany to...

  7. Episode 232: Shawn DiMartile and Alex Inabnet Discuss Multifamily Development Challenges

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this engaging episode, Shawn DiMartile sits down with Alex Inabnet, a multifaceted real estate expert based in San Diego, to delve into the intricate world of real estate development and general contracting. With an...

  8. Episode 231: Antonio Cucciniello shares his journey and tips for real estate investing

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Mike Tighe interviews Antonio Cucciniello, who shares his real estate journey and how he started investing in properties. He discusses the importance of finding alternative sources of income, especially...

  9. Episode 230: Achieving Time Freedom through Real Estate: A Conversation with Sarah Miskelly

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Sarah Miskelly shares her unique journey in real estate investing, from growing up in a modest apartment to becoming a successful investor and entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of starting…

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  10. Episode 229: Real estate developer Aaron Yassin discusses the process of selling condominiums in New York

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, host Mike Tighe interviews Aaron Yassin, a real estate developer based in Brooklyn, New York. Aaron shares his unique journey into real estate development, starting from being a fine artist to…

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  11. Host Edition: Key Considerations for Real Estate Partnerships

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, hosts Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile discuss the important factors to consider when partnering with other investors for real estate deals. They provide valuable…

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  12. Episode 228: Real Estate Investor Ed Mathews Discusses Flipping Houses and Multifamily Investing

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, host Mike Tighe interviews Ed Mathews, the founder of Clark Street Capital. Ed shares his journey in real estate investing, from flipping houses to focusing on multifamily properties. He discusses the...

  13. Host Edition: Hosts Discuss Declining Revenue and Changing Strategies In The Airbnb Market

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, hosts Shawn DiMartile and Mike Tighe discuss the challenges they have faced in the short-term rental market, specifically with Airbnb properties. They analyze the...

  14. Episode 227: Andrew Hines discusses his successful glamping resort and real estate pivots

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Shawn DiMartile interviews Andrew Hines, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur. Andrew shares his journey in real estate investing, from his early experiences with rent-to-own properties to…

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  15. Host Edition: The Challenges of Building Affordable Housing in Expensive Cities

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawndimartile_ Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff podcast, hosts Shawn DiMartile and Mike Tighe discuss the challenges of building affordable housing in San Diego, California. They delve into the numbers and costs associated...

  16. Episode 226: Bobby Bryant Discusses His AI-Powered Real Estate Tech Startup

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram: Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, host Mike Tighe interviews Bobby Bryant, a seasoned real estate professional and the founder of DOSS, a tech startup that leverages artificial intelligence to revolutionize the real estate industry.…

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  17. Host Edition: Exposing NIMBY Misinformation & Building vs Buying

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, hosts Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile discuss their transition from buy and hold multifamily investments to ground-up development. They explain the reasons behind their...

  18. Episode 225: Elijah Brown Discusses Real Estate Investing and Fund-to-Funds Model

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Elijah Brown joins host Mike Tighe to discuss his journey in real estate investing and his transition to the fund-to-funds model. He shares his experiences as an active operator, the challenges he…

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  19. Host Edition: Why We're Internalizing Property Management for Our Multifamily Portfolio

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, hosts Shawn DiMartile and Mike Tighe discuss their decision to internalize property management for their multifamily portfolio in San Diego. They explore the…

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  20. Episode 224: Short-Term Rental Expert Bill Faeth Discusses Investing Strategies and Market Selection

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Shawn DiMartile interviews Bill Faeth, a successful short-term rental operator and real estate investor. Bill shares his journey from long-term rentals to short-term rentals and explains why he believes...

  21. Host Edition: DEBATE: Where will interest rates be at the end of the year?

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, hosts Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile engage in a lively discussion about the future of interest rates. They present contrasting viewpoints on whether interest rates…

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  22. Episode 223: Navigating Challenges in the Multifamily Market: Lessons Learned from Mark Kenney

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, host Shawn DiMartile interviews Mark Kenney, co-founder of Think Multifamily, about his experiences and lessons learned in the multifamily real estate industry. Mark shares insights from his 30-year...

  23. Host Edition: Squatters' Rights: A Growing Concern in Real Estate

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Mike: @miketighe_ Shawn: @shawn_dimartile In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, hosts Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile discuss the topic of squatters' rights. They delve into the legal and practical implications of squatters occupying properties...

  24. Episode 222: Underwriting Multifamily Deals in the Current Market

    Follow Mike and Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, our host Shawn DiMartile interviews Rob Beardsley, co-founder of Lone Star Capital, about the current state of the multifamily industry and how to underwrite deals in today's market. Rob shares insights...

  25. Host Edition: Am I "Throwing Money Away On Rent" Renting vs Home Ownership Analysis

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff Podcast, hosts Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile discuss the common belief that renting is "throwing money away" and explore the financial realities of home ownership. They provide...

  26. Episode 221: Challenges and Opportunities In The Real Estate Industry

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Joshua Cadillac. In this episode, Josh shares his journey in real estate, from losing everything in 2008 to building a successful portfolio and investment fund. He discusses the importance of education…

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  27. Host Edition: Marcus & Millichap's Top Multifamily Markets for 2024 Revealed

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode of the Real Estate Takeoff podcast, hosts Shawn DiMartile and Mike Tighe review the Marcus and Millichap 2024 Investment Outlook report. They examine the top multifamily markets nationwide and dissect the...

  28. Episode 220: Opportunities and Challenges of Boutique Hotel Investing

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile speak with Rich Somers, a former business partner turned thriving boutique hotel investor. Rich outlines his investment strategy, focusing on boutique hotels amid retiring...

  29. Host Edition: Baby Boomers, Housing Shortages, And NIMBYism

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Shawn DiMartile and Mike Tighe discuss the housing market inventory shortage, examining its potential link to baby boomers. They analyze a Bloomberg article suggesting baby boomers' reluctance to sell…

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  30. Episode 219: Investing in Real Estate in Hawaii: Challenges and Lessons Learned

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Shawn DiMartile talks to Kamohai and Tristyn, Hawaiian real estate investors. They delve into their journey, tackling the peculiar challenges of the Hawaii market. Sharing insights on creative financing…

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  31. Host Edition: Tenant Laws, Rent Control, And The Impact It Has On Real Estate

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ In this episode, Shawn DiMartile and Mike Tighe explore new regulations and laws affecting landlord-tenant relationships in California, particularly in San Diego. They discuss the impact on real estate investors and...

  32. Episode 218: Single-Family Investing, Investing Across Borders, And Advice For First-Time Buyers

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Andrew Kim, checking in from Toronto, Canada. Andrew brings expertise in both the business and technology aspects of the real estate industry, alongside being an avid investor himself. He has amalgamated...

  33. Episode 217: Manufactured Housing Investments, Mobile Home Parks, And Pheonix's Residential Market

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Ben Schuster. Ben is a partner is a manufactured housing investment company called Comfort Capital, where his main goal is to raise money from investors to buy mobile home parks. Here's what you'll get…

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  34. Episode 216: Long Distance Investing, Property Managers, And The Importance Of Having A Mentor

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Lindsay Lovell. From San Francisco, California, Lindsay is a self-educated real estate investor who started her highly successful career not too long ago after becoming tired of her job. She is now a real...

  35. Episode 215: Tax-Exempt Departments, Mobile Home Parks, and Diverse Asset Classes

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Mark Khuri. Mark is joining us from Bend, Oregon, and owns a private equity real estate investment company. They work with investors and capital funding to build and create a diverse portfolio of real...

  36. Episode 214: Internal Capital Funds, Multi-Family Mistakes and Advice, and Financing Your Deals Right

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Gino Barbaro. Living in St. Augustine, Florida, Gino is one of the biggest names in multi-family real estate. Starting young, he has built his portfolio and developed a wealth of knowledge in the...

  37. Episode 213: Data Collection, Passive Investments, and Current and Future Interest Rates

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Dave Meyer. Checking in from Amsterdam, Dave is a real estate investor and the Vice President of Data Analytics at Bigger Pockets. Starting his journey in 2010, he decided to merge his tech job with real...

  38. Episode 212: Landlord-Tenant Laws, Capital Raising, and Sponsors

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Craig Stevens. A former CPA from North Carolina, he started his journey into real estate after growing tired of his professional job back in 2016. He and his wife left their day jobs just the other year...

  39. Episode 211: Naturally Affordable Housing, Debt-To-Income Strategies, and Finnacial Freedom

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Ivan Alfaro. Ivan moved from Chicago to Atlanta with his mom and bought his first house. From eating ramen to help save up money for his first house, eventually he kept buying more properties and…

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  40. Episode 210: Values, Tenant-Right Laws, and Strategies in San Diego

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Jamison Wheeler. Jamison is a broker for Marcus & Millichap and based in San Diego California. He grew up in Topeka, Kansas, joined the military, and was stationed out in California where his real estate...

  41. Episode 209: Snowboarding, Real Estate, And The Journey To Success

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Dan Brisse. Dan was a professional snowboarder for 15 years, and has now transitioned to a full-time real estate investor and managing partner of Granite Towers Equity Group. They work with the best...

  42. Episode 208: The Work/Life Balance In Real Estate While Working A W2, Airbnbs, And Cash Flow

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guests are Ryan Bevilacqua and Cory Jacobson. Corey and Ryan own the Weekly Juice Podcast, a show about real estate and investing that they started when they were just getting into the industry. Together, they are...

  43. Episode 207: Specialized Insurance, Best Practices, And Short-Term Rentals

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Aaron Letzeiser. Aaron started his insurance technology company, Obie, which focuses on the real estate investor class, with his brother a few years back. He is also a real estate investor and founded his...

  44. Episode 206: The Art of Creative and Seller Financing

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Melanie Dupuis. Mel is a full-time real estate investor with her husband, Dave. Working multiple jobs to raise funds for deposits, Mel and her husband were eventually able to quit their jobs and focus...

  45. Episode 205: Unlocking Lending Insights: Exploring Debt Service Reserves, Cap Rates, Market Trends, Private Credit, and more!

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Maxwell Wu. Maxwell is a venture builder, real estate technology operating executive, and private equity investor. Wu also owns a second-lending business focusing on multi-family real estate. Here's what...

  46. Episode 204: The Evolution of Mainstreet Investing, Mastering 'House Hacking': Top Tips and Strategies, Selecting the Ideal Sponsor: Key Criteria and Advice

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Jonathan Greene. Jonathan is a real estate professional with over 45 years of experience in the field. These days, he runs a large on-market team and manages a podcast. He is a self-coined Real Estate...

  47. Episode 203: Broker Preferences: Funds vs. Syndications in Real Estate, Strategy for Property Management Excellence, and Outbidding Rivals in High-Value Markets

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Ken Gee. Ken was a former CPA at Deloitte before becoming active in real estate. These days, he is the founder and president of KRI Partners, dedicated to creating wealth for their investors and clients...

  48. Episode 202: Tax Benefits of 'Real Estate Professional' Status," Exploring the 'Short-Term Rental Loophole'," and the Insider's Edge to Real Estate Investing

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Thomas Castell. Thomas is a CPA specializing in tax strategies for real estate investors. He's also an active and limited partner on multiple apartment syndications. Here's what you'll get out of the...

  49. Episode 201: Deal Sourcing, Direct Mail Marketing, and Systematizing Your Flips with Mike Mannino

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Mike Mannino. Mike is a house flipper and long term multifamily rental owner. He flipped 80 homes before the age of 30 and currently owns 60 rental units. Here's what you'll get out of the episode: Mike...

  50. Episode 200: Apartment Development: Financing, Equity, Permitting, and Holding Costs With John Carlson

    Follow Mike & Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is John Carlson. John is multifamiy developer in Phoenix. His firm has constructed over 21,000 multifamily units and has leased more apartments than anyone in the Phoenix area. Here's what you'll get out of...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Real Estate Takeoff podcast hosted by Mike Tighe and Shawn DiMartile, where we'll talk all aspects of anything real estate investing related, as we host a variety of guests who are active in the real estate game. Past guests including Grant Cardone, Michael Blank, & more! Be sure to follow the show on instagram at @therealestatetakeoff.

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