Episodes

  • Understanding Capital Calls: Expert Insights with Brian Burke

    Understanding Capital Calls: Expert Insights with Brian Burke
    Oct 1 2024
    In this podcast episode, Brian Burke takes a deep dive into the world of capital calls, breaking down the key concepts and answering all your pressing questions. Whether you’re an experienced investor or just starting out, Brian simplifies how capital calls work and explains their impact on your investment strategy. Tune in to gain expert insights and actionable tips that will help you confidently navigate the complexities of capital calls in real estate and beyond. Don't miss this valuable discussion!
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    44 mins
  • How to Vet an Operator in a Real Estate Syndication

    How to Vet an Operator in a Real Estate Syndication
    Sep 24 2024
    How to Vet an Operator | Hosted by Jim Pfeifer and Co-Hosts: Mauricio Rauld and Jeremy Roll In this episode, Jim Pfeifer uncovers the critical steps to vetting an operator before making passive investments. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, Jim offers invaluable advice on: Key questions to ask operators before committing Assessing an operator’s track record and communication style Spotting red flags and minimizing risk Aligning your investment goals with the right operators Conducting thorough due diligence to safeguard your investments If you're serious about making smarter, more informed investment decisions, this episode will give you the tools you need to confidently evaluate and select the right operator for your financial success. Tune in for practical tips that can make all the difference in your passive investing journey! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you find this episode helpful.
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    50 mins
  • Top Proven Strategies to Achieve Passive Success in Real Estate Investing

    Top Proven Strategies to Achieve Passive Success in Real Estate Investing
    Sep 17 2024
    Looking to succeed in real estate investing? In this podcast episode, host Jim Pfeifer and guest Kathy Fettke, a seasoned real estate investor and expert, shares his top proven strategies to help you achieve long-term success in the competitive world of real estate. Whether you're just starting or already have experience, these expert tips will guide you on the path to becoming a successful real estate investor. In this episode, Jim covers: How to get started with real estate investing Key strategies for building wealth and growing your portfolio Common pitfalls to avoid for new investors Best practices for managing rental properties and house flips Long-term investment strategies for sustainable financial success Join Jim Pfeifer as he breaks down these strategies and provides actionable insights for anyone looking to thrive in passive real estate investing.
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    44 mins
  • Your Beginner's Guide To Passive Investing

    Your Beginner's Guide To Passive Investing
    Sep 10 2024
    Welcome to PassivePockets: The Passive Real Estate Investing Show, where we help you build and protect your wealth through smart, hands-off real estate investments. Hosted by Jim Pfeifer, each episode brings you expert interviews with experienced Limited and General Partners who share practical tips and strategies for growing your portfolio without the grind. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a busy professional, PassivePockets equips you with the insights, market trends, and risk management tactics needed to make informed decisions and achieve long-term financial success.
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    1 min
  • 184: From Left Field to Passive Pockets: A Journey of Community and Collaboration

    184: From Left Field to Passive Pockets: A Journey of Community and Collaboration
    Sep 1 2024
    Welcome to a special episode of Passive Investing from Left Field! In this episode, we’re thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between Left Field Investors and Bigger Pockets, resulting in the creation of Passive Pockets. Join us as the founders reflect on our journey, discuss the benefits of this new chapter, and share how this merger will elevate our community to new heights. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of passive investing! Key Points From The Episode: Left Field Investors is merging with Bigger Pockets to form Passive Pockets, a new community dedicated to passive investing. The merger aims to combine resources, enhance educational tools, and expand the community's reach while maintaining its core culture. The founders discuss the alignment of missions between Left Field Investors and Bigger Pockets, focusing on education and community. The new platform, Passive Pockets, will offer enhanced resources and support, ensuring the continued growth and success of the community. Timestamps: (02:32) The mission of passive pockets (04:44) Accelerating through joining together (08:24) Maintaining LFI culture (10:00) Partnering with bigger pockets will help the community (12:53) LFI through the years (15:09) How LFI helps members invest (17:33) Being part of LFI through the years (22:23) Did LFI accomplish what they set out to do? (24:18) Why is community so important? (27:26) Best memory of LFI (31:33) One thing that is preserved as they move to Passive pockets (25:08) What will we get out of the merge (39:16) Final thoughts Resources Mentioned: Contact us at: jimpfeifer@biggerpockets.com Advertising Partners: Avoiding Rookie Errors as a Left Field Investor: 20 Lessons Learned From 14 Years of Passive Investing in Private Syndications by Steve Suh https://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/books/
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    40 mins
  • 183: Overcoming Challenges in Real Estate with Joe Fairless

    183: Overcoming Challenges in Real Estate with Joe Fairless
    Aug 25 2024
    Joe Fairless and the Best Ever Conference team would like to invite you to BEC2025 and have provided a discount for Passive Investing from Left Field Listeners. Please enter "LFI25" at checkout for a discounted price of $795. You can register at this link: https://besteverconference.regfox.com/bec-2025 In this episode of Passive Investing from Leftfield, we're thrilled to have Joe Fairless, co-founder of Ashcroft Capital, join us. Joe shares his incredible journey from the advertising world to real estate investing, managing over $2.7 billion in assets. Tune in as we discuss navigating market challenges, the importance of vertical integration, and the future of apartment investments. Don't miss Joe's valuable insights and advice for both new and seasoned investors! Now Next and How to Take Advantage in Multifamily by Joe Fairless PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bhYwz9Bngnl-09f6gOIV7ukgebdxRwT0/view?usp=sharing About Joe Fairless Joe Fairless is the Co-founder of Ashcroft Capital, managing over $2.7 billion in assets. Beyond his role at Ashcroft, Joe created the "Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show," the longest-running daily real estate podcast globally, boasting over 500,000 monthly downloads. Joe is a proud Texas Tech Alumni Advisor Board member for the College of Media and Communication and has been honored as an Outstanding Alumni at Texas Tech University, where he also served as an Adjunct Professor. He actively contributes as a Junior Achievement Board Member and Volunteer for the Cincinnati chapter and has been inducted into the Junior Achievement’s Free Enterprise Society. Joe also volunteers at Crossroads Hospice and was named Multifamily Investor of the Year by Think Realty Magazine. Together with his wife, Joe founded Best Ever Causes, supporting 69 non-profits over the past 65 months. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation: 01:55 His journey 09:53 Transitioning into multifamily 15:20 “Best Ever” 17:15 Becoming vertically integrated in Ashcroft 19:55 Why is he focusing on certain markets 24:25 Navigating market problems 30:06 Capital call process 37:58 Lessons learned from capital calls 45:22 How LPs should view operators who have had some trouble 48:15 Podcast Recommendations 48:25 Contact Joe This show is for entertainment purposes only. Nothing said on the show should be considered financial advice. Before making any decisions, consult a professional. This show is copyrighted by Passive Investing from Left Field and Left Field Investors. Written permissions must be granted before syndication or rebroadcasting. Podcast Recommendations: Jim Rome- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTwARLMzm9weYBOqR3LS1jw Resources Mentioned: Contact the guest: Social Media LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joefairless/ Website: https://ashcroftcapital.com/ Advertising Partners: Midloch: https://midloch.com/ Left Field Investors: https://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/ Rust Belt Capital https://rustbeltcapital.com/ Tribevest: https://www.tribevest.com/ Avoiding Rookie Errors as a Left Field Investor: 20 Lessons Learned From 14 Years of Passive Investing in Private Syndications by Steve Suh https://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/books/
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    58 mins
  • 182: Captain Hoff on the Explosive Growth of AI, Startups, and Venture Capital

    182: Captain Hoff on the Explosive Growth of AI, Startups, and Venture Capital
    Aug 18 2024
    In this episode, we dive deep into the world of AI, startups, and venture capital with none other than Steven Hoffman, also known as Captain Hoff. As the CEO of Founders Space and a veteran of Silicon Valley, Steve shares his insights on the future of AI, how to navigate the startup ecosystem, and the best strategies for investing in the next big thing. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or just curious about the future, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won't want to miss! About Steve Hoffman Steve Hoffman, known as Captain Hoff, is the Chairman & CEO of Founders Space, a global venture builder with over 50 partners in 22 countries. A seasoned entrepreneur and venture investor, Hoffman has founded multiple startups, authored several award-winning books, and played a pivotal role in the Producers Guild of America and the Academy of Television's Interactive Media Group. He pioneered interactive television with Spiderdance and led mobile game development at Infospace. Hoffman's Founders Space is recognized as a top startup hub, where he has trained hundreds of founders and consulted for major corporations worldwide. He holds degrees in computer engineering and film and television, and while based in California, he frequently travels globally to engage with startups and innovators. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation: 02:05 His background 03:24 Start-up terminology 05:37 The ultimate goal 07:04 Success rate of the startup companies 08:46 Who qualifies? 16:55 AGI 21:04 Will AI take over the world in the future? 27:42 What AI startups are worth investing in? 31:23 How the smaller AI startups can stay ahead of the big guys 33:45 Finding the right start up companies to invest in 37:27 How investors can find venture funds 39:07 How does blockchain interact with AI? 40:45 Podcast recommendations This show is for entertainment purposes only. Nothing said on the show should be considered financial advice. Before making any decisions, consult a professional. This show is copyrighted by Passive Investing from Left Field and Left Field Investors. Written permissions must be granted before syndication or rebroadcasting. Resources Mentioned: Podcast Recommendations:Business Wars Podcast- https://wondery.com/shows/business-wars/Founder's Space Podcast- https://www.foundersspace.com/podcast/ Resources Mentioned: Contact the guest:Social MediaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/foundersspace/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/foundersspace Advertising Partners: Vyzer:https://vyzer.co/ Left Field Investors:https://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/ Tribevest: https://www.tribevest.com/ Avoiding Rookie Errors as a Left Field Investor: 20 Lessons Learned From 14 Years of Passive Investing in Private Syndications by Steve Suhhttps://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/books/
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    48 mins
  • 181: Bonus Episode - Syndication Secrets: Empowering Investors with Russell Gray REPLAY

    181: Bonus Episode - Syndication Secrets: Empowering Investors with Russell Gray REPLAY
    Aug 11 2024
    Join us for a replay of this insightful episode as we sit down with Russell Gray, financial strategist and co-host of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show. Russell shares his journey from real estate to syndications, offers invaluable lessons from economic history, and provides strategies for navigating today's financial landscape. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you achieve financial freedom. Don't miss out on this wealth of knowledge! About Russell Gray Co-Host of The Real Estate Guys Radio Show; co-Founder of the Syndication Mentoring Club; founder of the Main Street Investor Mentoring Club; partner with Ken McElroy, George Gammon, Jason Hartman, and Robert Helms in the Collective Inner Circle Master Mind; co-author Equity Happens; regular contributor to Mike Maloney's Gold Silver Show; financial and business strategist; champion of American liberty. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation: 01:38 His real estate journey 14:38 The great reset 39:06 Should you focus on income rather than appreciation? 47:02 Advice to LPs to analyze deals and buy the correct one instead of the hyped deal 53:51 Podcast recommendation 56:00 Contact Russell 56:33 Thank you This show is for entertainment purposes only. Nothing said on the show should be considered financial advice. Before making any decisions, consult a professional. This show is copyrighted by Passive Investing from Left Field and Left Field Investors. Written permissions must be granted before syndication or rebroadcasting. Resources Mentioned: LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/russellwgray/ Podcast Recommendations: The Woj Pod: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuggets-coach-michael-malone/id1470466331?i=1000600562916The Rebel Capitalist Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/mt/podcast/the-rebel-capitalist-show/id1492584441Ken McElroy Real Estate Strategies: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ken-mcelroy-real-estate-strategies/id1465180254 Advertising Partners: Left Field Investors:https://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/ Avoiding Rookie Errors as a Left Field Investor: 20 Lessons Learned From 14 Years of Passive Investing in Private Syndications by Steve Suhhttps://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/books/
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    1 hr and 2 mins