Darin Garman’s Heartland Multi-Family Show

6 Principles for Smart Multifamily Ownership – Manifesto Part 1

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I’ll give you five (and one bonus) “festos” from my Multifamily investing manifesto. It’s part of a series from my list of 21 things you should do to become a successful multifamily investor. This episode will give you the thousand-foot view to get out of the weeds and to be able to see the whole picture. In addition, this list will keep you from getting too much in the weeds and instead train your mind to focus on what really matters. Part of the reason this is so successful is that you can have many goals as a real estate investor, and some of those goals can contradict each other. So this gives you a framework for consistency, and to have goals that are achievable for you, and leave those contradictory goals to people and organizations with other specialties.

 

Dangerous Property Patterns: The Litmus Test That’ll Save You Millions + Case Study

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I want to prevent you from making a mistake that might potentially ruin you. When you do your due diligence on your next purchase, make sure to find out how many owners the property has had in the past ten to fifteen years, and why the owner is selling it. More often than not, if the property has had two or more owners, there’s a reason why no one wants it, and you shouldn’t either. Watch this video to see me go into detail and give an example of how I avoided buying a money pit.

Trump’s Tariff War Escalates – 3 Lessons to Survive the Fallout

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I discuss the Trump tariffs. Many people are panicking about this. The Wall Street Journal, on just one day, had three headlines predicting doom and gloom. But here’s the truth: No one knows what will happen. And even if some things go wrong, other things can go right as a result. In today’s episode, I give three tips that multifamily investors need to act on soon as the tariffs hit the economy. If you follow my advice, you won’t let a good crisis go to waste--you’ll take advantage of the opportunities that other people are too afraid to take.

This Mistakes Kill a Negotiation – 3 Rules That Win 90% of the Time

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I break down 3 powerful strategies that have helped me win negotiations for over 30 years and none of them require saying the perfect thing. Most deals are lost before anyone speaks, simply because of the energy you bring into the room. Desperation, urgency, or a “win at all costs” mindset can kill a deal faster than a bad offer ever will.

I’ll show you how to walk into the room with a win-win mentality, project calm confidence, and avoid the trap of time pressure, the silent killer of great deals. These are the exact rules I’ve used in multimillion-dollar multifamily negotiations, and if you apply them, you’ll be in control more often than not.

Equity VS. Income – The Secret That Builds Billion-Dollar Fortunes

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I discuss what should be the goal of every investor: Building equity. If you aren’t focused on building equity, you’re in for a nasty surprise later in life when you realize that you’ve worked hard and don’t have the wealth to show for it. I went through this myself, and so I’m giving you the benefit of my experience. This episode will show you why you need to build equity and the best way to do it. Watch this video to learn how to get the most out of your multifamily real estate investing.

3 Hidden Risks Behind New Construction – And What Every First-Time Investor Gets Wrong

Should you invest in new construction? As a multifamily investor, I’ve been approached many times by developers with empty lots and big ideas. And my advice for all aspiring investors is: NO! New developments are rarely worth the money and hassle. On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, my guest Isaiah Garman and I explain the 3 biggest reasons why you should avoid investing in news developments and should instead invest your money in properties with an established record. 

Why Every Business Needs The D.O.G.E. Strategy to Scale Without Leaks

DOGE! The Department of Government Efficiency. This controversial department headed up by Elon Musk has cut millions from the budget in a short period of time. Whether you like Musk or hate him, you have to take the lesson that waste is a thief. You, as a multifamily investor, need to take the time to review your budget to see what inefficiencies may be stealing from you. In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I share a personal story about how when I reviewed my personal and professional budgets, I was shocked by what I saw. Watch this video to learn easy ways to cut your budget by finding where you are losing money.

Ken McElroy's SECRET to Making MILLIONS in Multifamily Real Estate!

In this video, I’m reacting to Ken McElroy’s latest take on multifamily real estate — and trust me, there’s a lot to unpack here. 

✅ Ken breaks down how inflation and rising costs are hitting multifamily investments — and I’ll give you my thoughts on how to navigate these challenges.
✅ He also talks about why political and regulatory environments matter more than ever — and I’ll share my perspective on which markets are worth avoiding.
✅ Plus, Ken reveals how Wall Street approaches multifamily real estate — and I’ll explain how you can apply those same strategies to WIN BIG.

Ken makes some bold points here, and I’ve got some insights of my own to add. 

🔥 Don’t miss this — it could change how you approach real estate investing! 

👉 Watch NOW and start building your wealth with smart real estate moves! 

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The 3 mistakes absentee landlords ignore until it’s too late

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, my special guest, Isaiah and I discuss a crucial element of owning multifamily properties: Hiring the best management company. Many people make the mistake of picking the first 2-3 names on Google they find, interviewing them once, and contracting whoever costs the least. This is a great way to lose all your money and equity. Instead, here are 3 things you need to do before hiring any management company. Follow these steps to protect your investment and your profits.

3 Real Estate Investing Nightmares You MUST Avoid!

Today on the Heartland Multifamily Show, we’re going to look at three properties you want to avoid. When looking at opportunities to invest in multifamily, you may look at these three types of properties and see a blue ocean. But there’s a reason why so few people want to invest in them. They are a headache, a hassle, a money pit. Dealing with these properties will have a very small return on investment. I’m going to explain what three properties to avoid and why.