Key Takeaways

Take consistent daily action even if the results don’t show right away. Over time, those small steps build momentum that leads to big wins.

Seek out mentors who have walked the path you want to travel. Their real-world insights can help you avoid costly mistakes.

Treat every setback as a lesson rather than a failure. The skills you gain in hard times will make you stronger in the long run.

Focus on creating lasting value instead of chasing quick profits. Sustainable growth comes from thinking long term.

Surround yourself with a network of supportive, like-minded people. The right connections can open doors you didn’t even know existed.

Keep learning and adjusting your strategy as the market changes. Adaptability will keep you ahead of the competition.

Episode Timeline

[00:00] – Introduction to Joel Miller

[03:15] – Early beginnings in real estate investing

[07:42] – Facing and overcoming early challenges

[12:30] – How mentorship shaped his investing journey

[17:55] – Building a network that opens doors

[22:40] – Strategies for staying consistent in tough times

[27:15] – Turning market shifts into opportunities

[32:48] – Final advice for new and seasoned investors

Contact

Company Website: Joel Miller Books

Key Takeaways

Start investing in real estate now to build long-term wealth.

Don’t wait for the perfect market, building during slowdowns positions you ahead.

Passive real estate investing offers strong returns without day-to-day involvement.

Look for distressed properties and turn them into high-performing assets.

Vertical integration gives you more control and better margins; build it into your business.

Build to rent is one of the smartest plays in today’s high-rate environment.

Episode Timeline

[00:01:00] Mike opens with market outlook and introduces Daniel

[00:04:00] Daniel defines himself with one word: Love

[00:07:00] Daniel’s early start in construction and real estate

[00:12:00] Discussion of Atlanta’s market slowdown and interest rate impact

[00:15:00] Build-to-rent vs. build-to-sell in the current market

[00:20:00] How returns work for passive investors

[00:28:00] Case study on a distressed multifamily asset

[00:33:00] Final advice: real estate is a long game—start now

Contact

Website: Huffman Group

Project Website: Cedar Walk

Key Takeaways

Use forward-looking strategies when investing. Successful land deals are structured today based on projected market conditions two to three years ahead.

Partner with experienced developers to access opportunities like land entitlement and horizontal development that are typically closed to average investors.

Mitigate risk by reverse engineering deals. Secure exit contracts with homebuilders before initiating entitlement and development.

Focus on scalable solutions. Land development meets long-term housing demands, especially in high-growth Sunbelt markets.

Diversify your real estate portfolio by including high-growth, high-return assets like land development alongside cash-flowing multifamily.

Look for investments that multiply capital, not just preserve it. This is especially important during your prime wealth-building years.

Episode Timeline

[0:00 – 3:00] Opening reflections on intentionality, setting goals, and being in alignment.

[3:01 – 6:00] Alice’s background: from law to entrepreneurship to real estate investing.

[6:01 – 9:00] Career journey through international trade, M&A, and launching The Pender Hastings fund.

[9:01 – 12:00] Fund structure and investment focus in Canada vs. U.S. markets.

[12:01 – 16:00] The land entitlement and horizontal development model—why it works.

[16:01 – 20:00] Forward purchase contracts with homebuilders and how risk is minimized.

[20:01 – 24:00] Current market trends, housing deficits, and forward-looking investing.

[24:01 – 27:00] Investor profile: ideal fit, expected returns, and hold period.

[27:01 – 34:00] Raising capital through networking, investor mindset, and economic insights.

Contact

Company Website: Alice Chen Companies