What would Warren Buffett do if he invested in real estate?
In this episode, Brian Hamrick welcomes back Paul Moore, Founder of Wellings Capital and author of multiple real estate investing books, to explore safer, smarter strategies in today’s market. Paul shares why he believes Buffett’s investing principles apply directly to commercial real estate—and even argues that Buffett might have been more successful in property than in stocks.
Key topics we cover:
Preferred Equity 101: where it fits in the capital stack and why it can deliver debt-like returns with equity-style protection
Rescue Capital vs. Safer Structures: why Wellings avoids distressed bailouts and instead focuses on recapitalizations and acquisitions
Hybrid JV Equity: the new strategy that combines the protections of preferred equity with the upside of common equity
The Buffett Playbook: how timeless principles like intrinsic value, discipline, and saying “no” apply to real estate investors today
Asset Management as Risk Control: why fraud and people problems—not pro formas—are the biggest investor risks
Paul’s upcoming book, Warren Buffett’s Rules for Real Estate Investors
His nonprofit mission with AIM to fight human trafficking
Paul also opens up about the mistakes he’s avoided (like floating-rate debt during the rate hikes) and the lessons he’s learned from decades in the business.
📌 Resources & Links:
Free investor resources: wellingscapital.com/resources
Support AIM: aimfree.org/wellings
Follow Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-moore-3255924/
Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area.
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And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and medicare benefits.
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Before you buy or lease commercial real estate, there’s one report that can save you from six-figure surprises — the Property Condition Assessment.
In this episode, Greg Trotter, a 50-year veteran of construction, consulting, and expert witness testimony, joins us to explain why PCAs are essential to investor due diligence. From flood damage and corroded fire systems to structural defects hiding in plain sight, Greg breaks down how a thorough PCA protects your capital, prevents lawsuits, and gives you leverage at the negotiation table.
You’ll learn:
What’s included in a PCA (and how it differs from a home inspection)
The biggest deal-killers found in commercial properties
Why banks and equity partners both rely on PCAs (but for different reasons)
Real-world examples of surprises — including collapsing balconies, failed sprinkler systems, and one “missing” sewer line
What happens when PCA reports are inaccurate — and why Greg sometimes ends up in court
Whether you're buying an apartment building, leasing a warehouse, or investing in a strip center, this episode will change the way you look at physical due diligence.
Find out more:
Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area.
https://www.livegreenlocal.com
And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and medicare benefits.
What do NFL players, luxury beach homes, and high-stakes real estate deals have in common? Brooke Kromer.
In this episode, we dive into the world of high net worth investing in Florida’s exclusive 30A market, where multimillion-dollar short-term rentals are helping athletes, coaches, and savvy investors grow and preserve wealth.
Brooke Kromer—realtor, investor, and daughter of longtime NFL coach Aaron Kromer—shares how she uses her insider knowledge and lifelong NFL connections to guide players and entrepreneurs into strategic real estate investments along the Gulf Coast. We talk about:
Why 30A is booming for short-term rental investing
How Brooke walks first-time buyers and NFL stars through deals worth $1M–$25M
Real numbers: what it costs to buy, hold, and earn rental income in this luxury market
How athletes navigate pressure, family dynamics, and financial decisions
The tax advantages and bonus depreciation strategies being used right now
Why Brooke left a successful career in sports broadcasting to take control of her future through real estate
What makes the 30A lifestyle a magnet for high performers and tech entrepreneurs
Whether you're an investor, sports fan, or curious about how the ultra-wealthy think about real estate, this is a behind-the-scenes look you won’t want to miss.
Follow Brooke Kromer:
https:// www.facebook.com/kromercollective
https:// www.instagram.com/brookekromer/
https:// www.youtube.com/@BrookeKromerRealEstate
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Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area.
https://www.livegreenlocal.com
And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits.
https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com
Topics:
30A Florida real estate, short-term rentals, NFL investors, high net worth real estate, tax strategies for Airbnb, luxury vacation homes, real estate for athletes, Rosemary Beach investing, strategic wealth building.
What does it take to scale from a house hacker to owning 75 rental units—without deep pockets and during a high-interest rate environment?
In this episode, Jesse Lang breaks down her journey from “accidental landlord” to full-time real estate investor. Starting with a $92,000 condo in Austin, TX, she began house hacking before moving into long-term rentals, wholesaling, and eventually mastering the BRRRR strategy (Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat).
Jesse shares exactly how she built momentum, how she leveraged private money and hard money lenders, and why she’s tripled her portfolio in just a few short years—all while managing properties remotely with a lean team in Columbus, Ohio.
You’ll learn:
How Jesse used house hacking to get started
The pros and cons of wholesaling vs. holding
Her approach to raising private capital (including converting sellers into lenders)
How she systematized her BRRRR process to scale fast
Why she prefers the Midwest and how she built her team
How she gets 100% of her deals funded using other people’s money
How DSCR loans let her scale beyond 10 properties
Plus, Jesse shares her favorite life-changing habit: The Miracle Morning.
Whether you're just starting out or trying to grow your portfolio, this episode is packed with tactical advice you can use immediately.
Find out more:
Join our FREE Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1KdpUzVbKG/
Instagram/TikTok: @jessielangofficial
Youtube: @unlockedrentals
BRRRR Mini Course: https://www.unlockedrentals.com/minicourseoptin
Cell #: 614-368-7391
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Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area.
https://www.livegreenlocal.com
And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits.
Recorded live at the 2025 Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference, this panel dives deep into real estate syndications—what they are, how they work, and how to do them the right way. Whether you’re an active investor looking to scale or a passive investor evaluating opportunities, this episode is packed with real-world insights on raising capital, structuring deals, and staying SEC-compliant.
Your panelists:
Brian Hamrick – Host of this podcast and seasoned syndicator with over $22M raised since 2013.
Gary Hall – President of the Muskegon Area Rental Association and founder of Dean Arrow private equity fund.
Keith Heckman – Investor turned GP with experience in both active deals and LP investments across the U.S.
Topics Covered:
What is a real estate syndication and how does it work?
506(b) vs. 506(c): Legal structures and SEC compliance
How to raise capital legally and ethically
Preferred returns, GP/LP splits, and aligning incentives
Single asset vs. fund models
Tools and platforms to manage investors and deals (AppFolio, Wix, Cash Flow Portal, Syndication Pro)
Lessons learned from the first raise: what they’d do differently
Why good operating agreements matter more than you think
Building trust with investors and managing ongoing communication
Strategies for long-term holds vs. velocity of capital
Whether you're just learning how syndications work or you’re actively putting your first deal together, this panel lays out the playbook with real talk from people in the trenches.
Resources Mentioned:
The Hands-Off Investor: An Insider’s Guide to Investing in Passive Real Estate Syndications by Brian Burke
The Best Ever Apartment Syndication Book by Joe Fairless and Theo Hicks
Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing: The Blueprint to Quitting Your Job with Real Estate – Even Without Experience or Cash by Michael Blank
Structuring and Raising Debt & Equity for Real Estate by Rob Beardsley
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Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area.
https://www.livegreenlocal.com
And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits.
https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com