The Point of More Returns Podcast

Episode 20: - Rethinking Net Worth and Assets: Decoding What Matters Most

Episode 20: - Rethinking Net Worth and Assets: Decoding What Matters Most
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 20 the co-hosts discuss:
The complexities of current economic conditions, highlighting the stark contrast between booming asset prices and stagnant wage growth. 
They engage in a thorough debate on whether to include a primary residence in net worth calculations, weighing the pros and cons of this approach. The discussion extends to the broader implications of homeownership and the evolving concept of the American Dream, examining historical perspectives and the impact of modern economic challenges on individual financial strategies.
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
 
Introduction (00:00 - 01:00)
Discussion of Economic Climate (01:01 - 03:00)
Debate on Including Primary Residence in Net Worth (03:01 - 08:00)
Counterpoints and Further Debate (08:01 - 14:00)
Accredited Investor and Qualified Purchaser Definitions (14:01 - 17:00)
Historical Context of Homeownership (17:01 - 22:00)
Changing Perceptions and Future Outlook (22:01 - 27:00)
Outro (27:01 - 30:00)

Episode 19: - Impromptu Hot Topics Part 1

Episode 19: - Impromptu Hot Topics Part 1
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 19 the co-hosts discuss our recent real estate investments:
Introduction and Change of Plan: Co-hosts opt for a live format to tackle current topics.
Industry Futures and Recent Trends: Insights on real estate and private equity futures, addressing recent trends and a significant ruling's impact.
Value of Brokers in Deals: Debate on the impact of a recent ruling on brokers, highlighting the value and cost of brokerage services.
Impact of Legislation on Investment and Market Stability: Discussion on potential shifts of large investment funds to real estate for stability amidst legislative changes.
Brokering Rates and Financial Strategies: Analysis of negotiating broker rates and their impact on financial strategies and returns on investments.
 
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
 
Introduction and Change of Plan (00:00:01 - 00:00:20):
   - The co-hosts explain that instead of a regular podcast, they decided to take the episode live to discuss certain current topics in real-time.
Discussion on Industry Futures and Recent Trends (00:00:21 - 00:01:15):
   - The futures of certain industries like real estate and private equity, including recent trends and the impact of a new ruling in the real estate sector.
Value of Brokers in Deals (00:01:15 - 00:03:37):
   - The recent ruling affecting brokers and agents, and whether he would continue using a broker system, highlighting the value and cost of such services.
Impact of Legislation on Investment and Market Stability (00:03:37 - 00:04:29):
   - The potential for large investment funds to pivot into real estate for more stability and how legislation could impact this shift.
Brokering Rates and Financial Strategies (00:04:30 - 00:06:07):
   - Negotiating broker rates and how this impacts the financial strategy and returns on investments.
Market Predictions and Strategic Adjustments (00:06:07 - 00:07:27):
   - Well-established agents will continue to thrive despite market changes, while newer agents might struggle, necessitating a shift to part-time work or other adaptations.
Transparency and Ethics in Asset Valuation (00:07:27 - 00:12:26):
   - The co-hosts explore the ethics and transparency of asset valuation in private equity and real estate, discussing the practice of marking to market and the implications of opaque valuation practices.
Real Estate Investment and Portfolio Management (00:12:26 - 00:18:34):
   - Discussion continues on the management of real estate investments, including strategies for handling underperforming assets and leveraging high-performing ones to cover losses.
Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook (00:18:34 - 00:34:30):
   - The conversation wraps up with thoughts on the future of private equity and real estate, exploring potential strategies for navigating an evolving market landscape and the role of innovative thinking in staying ahead.

Episode 18: Getting Deals Done: Real Estate Investing Journey Part 1

Episode 18: Getting Deals Done: Real Estate Investing Journey Part 1
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 18 the co-hosts discuss our recent real estate investments:
How I lost thousands of dollars on a deal and why I had to walk away
How I bounced back from the loss to close a different deal
Strategies and tools to reduce investment mistakes
Thoughts on long distance investing
Details of the newly closed deal
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Intro -  00:05
Episode Description - 00:39
Walking away from a deal with thousands left on the table – 1:12
Warning signs the deal could go bad – 5:28
How I try to reduce investment mistakes –  10:15
Thoughts on long distance RE investing  –  13:25
In hindsight, what would I do differently with this deal –  16:58
Closing the new deal –  19:00
Why this property was selected –  21:16
Foreshadowing problems with the deal –  26:53
Next steps after closing –  30:12
Outro – 31:30

Episode 17: Ok, So what’s up with Real Estate and Small Business Investing in 2024?

Episode 17: - Ok, So what’s up with Real Estate and Small Business Investing in 2024?
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 17 the co-hosts discuss the factors that impact real estate and small business investing for the year: 
Interest Rate Uncertainty
Favorable Small Business Industries 
Creative Financing (Seller Financing)
The rise of available businesses for sale
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Intro -  00:05
Episode Description - 00:51
Business Buying Annual Insights Report (2023 Trends) – 1:25
Deal Multiples – 7:04
Real Estate Trends 9:28
Interest Rate Uncertainty – 10:45 
Increased Competition – 16:08
Legislation: End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act – 18:02
Structuring your Deals Creatively – 20:13 
How Seller Financing Works and why it is important – 23:22
Retail Businesses – 24:49
The increase of businesses for sale: more deal flow – 25:32
Continuing the Going Nuclear strategy and Closing – 26:28

Episode 16: How tech is changing Real Estate Investing: The rise of REI digital platforms

Episode 16: - How tech is changing Real Estate Investing: The rise of REI digital platforms
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 16 the co-hosts discuss how technology is altering the way we invest in real estate: 
Navigating the new environment with real estate investing
Digital Real Estate Investing (REI) Platforms 
The proliferation of Build to Lease 
How we are finding ways to compete for deals
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Intro – 00:14
How we are preparing for the market this year - 1:46
REI Digital Platforms that share home equity with homeowners - 2:01 
Is this the new hybrid model of rent to own - 8:34
If we are going to invest in this type of vehicle - 12:20
How would you compete with this type of investment - 14:19
Discussing another REI digital platform, Build to Lease - 16:52
Do you think the Build to Lease will continue - 20:48
What are the metrics you use to evaluate these investments - 24:26
How digital platforms impact the speed of deals - 29:07
Closing – 32:28 
 

Episode 15: New Rules for maximizing returns

Episode 15: New Rules for maximizing returns 
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 15 the co-hosts explore how they are maximizing their investments and adapting to change: 
how to remain financially stable despite uncertainty
seeking business and investment opportunities
the importance of compounding  
business alliances
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Intro – 00:28
Why are there new rules for the economy – 1:07
Home prices skyrocketed - 4:03
Interest rate challenges - 6:35
New Car Prices - 7:15
Creating an action plan - 9:12
Focusing on income and going nuclear - 11:23
Altering views on the retirement timeline - 13:25
Spotting opportunities to create value - 15:03
Considering investment property first - 16:45
Kobe story & the power of compounding - 20:16
The importance of business partnerships - 22:51
Closing – 26:16 

Episode 14: Against the Grain: Profiting from Unfavored Industries

Episode 14: Against the Grain: Profiting from Unfavored Industries
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 14 the co-hosts explore the contrarian approach to investing and discuss how to identify hidden opportunities that are often overlooked. Discover the strategies, risks, and potential rewards of going against the grain in your investment portfolio. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode will provide valuable insights into how to navigate and potentially profit from out-of-favor industries.
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Intro – 00:28
Examples of investing in unfavored industries – 1:07
Dealing with an unfavorable real estate situation 2:56
Warren Buffett quote: “…Fearful when others are greedy” - 6:31
Quote: Don’t time the market, put time in the market - 6:46
Determine why the business or industry is out of favor - 8:25
Structuring the deal to make sense - 11:27
The importance of financial forecasting - 13:01
Stay true to your core tenets - 15:22
Closing – 15:40   
Notes: 
PEG: Private Equity Group
IB: Investment Banking 

Episode 13: Real Estate vs. Buying a Business - The battle of the better investment

Episode 13: Real Estate vs. Buying a Business: The battle of the better investment
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 13 the co-hosts delve into the timeless debate of real estate investment versus buying a business. They explore the advantages of real estate, such as passive income streams and potential appreciation, while also delving into the drawbacks, including the need for substantial capital and market fluctuations. Conversely, the episode highlights the appeal of purchasing a business, citing opportunities for active involvement and potential for larger returns.
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Intro – 00:28
The pros of buying Real Estate – 1:52
Obtaining Capital: Ease of traditional financing – 2:20
Real Estate is “Passive Adjacent” – 3:04
Selling the asset leads to a simple exit – 04:25
Real Estate is tangible and has a clear business model – 5:29
The cons of Real Estate – 6:31
Is there a true ease of lifestyle? 7:26
Endless opportunity to improve the business vs needing to find another property – 10:31
Returns from Real Estate are (generally) less than small business acquisition – 10:42
Additional pros about (SMB) Small, Mid-Sized Businesses 
Ability to Add value – 13:43    
Freedom to create a deal structure that works – 15:20
Creative control – 16:19
Cons of buying (SMB) Small, Mid-Sized Businesses 
The skill set required and level of risk involved – 17:00
Discussion about recourse vs. non-recourse loans – 18:06
This is NOT financial advice, speak with a licensed financial professional – 22:10
Closing – 22:57   

Episode 12: Grifter’s Gimmicks: Know your Metrics, Save your wallet

Episode 12: Grifter’s Gimmicks: Know your Metrics, Save your wallet
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 12 the co-hosts break down the financial metrics that matter. Oftentimes the marketing from fake gurus tout large numbers of success or performance metrics that mean nothing to grab your attention. We identify the metrics that matter and the ones that do not. 
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Episode Introduction - 00:30
Why this episode is important - 1:23
Gross Rents vs. Cash Flow - 2:22
Total Portfolio Performance: 4:34
KPIs, What is that - 6:01
Real Estate Key Metrics - 6:05 
Book with financial ratios for real estate: 11:55 
Benchmarking to an Index - 12:53

Episode 11: Fake Financial Guru Red Flags: Our thoughts on Scammers and Grifters

Episode Description
 
Episode 11: Fake Financial Guru Red Flags: Our thoughts on Scammers and Grifters
Welcome to Point of More Returns with your hosts: The Masked Investor and WEALTHfaire. In episode 11 the co-hosts talk about the landscape of online financial education media outlets and methods to protect yourself. Identifying red flags and doing research on individuals you intend to do business with are a few best practices.   
Disclaimer: Always seek investment advice from a licensed investment professional that has done a thorough analysis of your situation, goals, risk tolerance, etc. before making investment decisions. The topics discussed are our opinions and should not be taken as investment advice. 
Episode Introduction - 00:20
Discussing a specific Grifter: 1:32
Wall Street and the Chinese Wall policy: 2:35
Measuring Investment Performance: 4:29
Identifying red flags: 7:10
Tactics to protect yourself: 17:22
Parting thoughts: 19:18