Darin Garman’s Heartland Multi-Family Show

Trump's Real Estate Valuation Controversy: A Deep Dive

As you may have heard, New York Justice Arthur F. Engoron ruled that Donald Trump had illegally inflated the value of his real estate holdings to deceive banks into giving him loans that were larger and at lower interest rates compared to the actual value of his properties. Now if value is subjective, or at least subject to negotiation, how is this even possible? This episode is a deep dive into the world of real estate viewed from the perspective of experienced multifamily investors.

The Truth About Rental Income: A Response to Dave Ramsey

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, we watch a clip of Dave Ramsey giving a pretty harsh reality check to any would-be investor. You may have heard on TikTok or other short-form social media sites that once you buy a multifamily property, your renters pay your mortgage. While that is true in the sense that your money does come from rental income, you can’t just sit back and wait for a truck full of money to come to you. In this reaction video, Trot and I discuss this clip from Dave Ramsey’s show.

Darin Reacts To How Easy It Is to Make Money In Multi-Family

This episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show is a reaction to a viral video claiming it’s so easy to make money in real estate, it’s like printing money. According to this video, you make money in 5 different ways, and you can never lose. Unfortunately, real estate is not that simple. This video covers 3 things that you need to be wary of if you want to be successful in multifamily investing. Life doesn’t always go the way the spreadsheet says it will, so watch this episode before you invest.

The Art of Leverage: Debt Strategies for Multifamily Investors

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily podcast, Trot and I discuss the strategic use of debt in achieving financial success, particularly in real estate. The conversation addresses common concerns and strategies associated with taking on debt. Key points include the importance of having a clear understanding of one's balance sheet or net worth, which reflects the value of assets minus liabilities. This understanding helps mitigate the stress associated with debt, especially when it's leveraged strategically to grow one's business or investment portfolio. We also talk about the concept of loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, emphasizing our preferred sweet spot of 50 to 60% LTV as a balance between risk mitigation and avoiding personal loan guarantees, which can add stress and risk to financial ventures. This episode offers valuable insights into managing debt wisely to enhance financial growth and stability.

Are Landlords Really Giving Away Luxury Apartments?

On this short episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I react to a TikTok video that claims that many vacant apartments are now empty. According to the content creator, investors have built too many luxury apartments, and now they are sitting empty. As a result, the landlords and management companies have to lower prices or even give away a month or two of free rent (Which actually covers the real estate broker’s fee), which even brings down the price of single-family homes. It’s quite a claim, but is it overblown? Trot and I discuss this video, and give our insights from our experience being multifamily investors.

5 Predictions for 2024

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I give our predictions for 2024. Our discussion is tailored for investors and property owners, focusing on key trends and predictions that are essential for informed decision-making in this sector. We explore the rise in distressed multifamily properties, the impact of the 2024 election on real estate investments, and the anticipated increase in property values despite market challenges. Additionally, we discuss the politicization of affordable housing and the evolving role of buyer brokers in the multifamily space. Watch this video to gain a concise yet comprehensive understanding of the current multifamily market dynamics. Our conversation is particularly beneficial for those looking to grasp the complexities of the market, offering insights into potential opportunities and challenges. This episode is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in multifamily real estate, aiming to navigate the market effectively in 2024.

The secret that nearly all investors overlook

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I discuss a secret weapon to investing success that most investors overlook. In fact, it’s so often overlooked that it’s actually noteworthy when someone does take advantage of it. What is it? It’s physical fitness. Most people don’t make the connection between physical fitness and investing success, but there are many compelling reasons to make time for fitness. Investing is hard. You’re going to face adversity. Facing the physical pain of being gassed out or lifting weights is something you will have to face if you are pushing yourself in the gym. This will prepare you mentally for the pain of deals not going your way, or needing to go that extra mile when making a real estate deal. In addition, being fit will give you energy, which is something that you’ll always need. Watch this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show.

How to choose the right property manager

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I discuss three factors that can make the difference between finding the right property manager and having a poorly managed property that will lose renters and value. This is such an important component of successful multifamily investing that it surprises us how infrequently potential owners do this. In fact, we find that many owners come to us after it’s too late and they want to sell a property that is losing money. This episode will give you three things you can do (and one bonus one) that can make a huge difference in your multifamily investing journey.

Accomplish your new year’s resolution in 100 days

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I discuss the importance of not only setting goals but achieving them early. We delve into the common practice of making New Year's resolutions and how many people, particularly entrepreneurs, delay their start, often waiting until the new year begins. We explore strategies for accomplishing goals, targets, and resolutions ahead of schedule. The idea is not to wait until the end of the year to celebrate achievements but to potentially reach these milestones much earlier, like by June or September. This approach can be a game-changer for many, especially in the multifamily business where we constantly operate with targets and goals. The episode promises to reveal practical strategies that can help listeners stop putting brakes on their progress and achieve their objectives well before their deadlines.

Make more in 9 months than most multifamily investors do in years