Deal Junkies - A Real Estate Podcast

Episode 18: Gabe's Rollercoaster Deal

In today’s Deal Junkie Quick Hit the Junkies talk about one of Gabe’s favorite, then least favorite, and now favorite again deals. It’s a 66-unit development project on the North Coast of Oregon. They discuss the red flags of the deal, how Gabe got into it and the mistakes made along the way. Listen until the very end to see where this 5 year project is at now.

Episode 17: Roles, Housing Affordability and the Housing Shortage

In this episode of Deal Junkies the guys talk about roles and responsibilities within their businesses and how you know what seat you should be in. They then dive into the current affordable housing crisis and discuss why the cause of it may not be what we’re led to believe. They discuss why there is a housing shortage in Oregon but that the solution isn’t so simple. The misalignment of interest between developers and the bureaucracy that decides their fate.

Episode 16: Economic Update from Macro Mike

In today’s Deal Junkies quick hit we hear an economic update from Macro Mike. He dives into the indicators and trends that affect the Residential market and how those differ from Commercial. Gabe brings up some issues in the residential market but also potential opportunities due to current rates and pricing and where he believes they’re headed. Listen in to get your economic fix.

Episode 15: NAR Settles Suit

In this episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies discuss what has been going on with the ongoing National Association of Realtors Lawsuit. First they’ll discuss the high level of what is going on and what’s happening with the suit. They then dive deeper into what it means to all real estate brokers, not just Realtors, and whether or not they think it matters at all.

Episode 14: Macro Mike’s Bad Deal(s)

In this episode of Deal Junkies, Macro Mike finally talks about his bad deals. He talks about what lessons he learned and how much money he lost. Mike believes that it’s not about if you’ll lose money in Real Estate but when and how you can protect yourself to avoid the pitfalls that cause his losses.

Episode 13: Insurance Through the Roof

In this episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies discuss the recent explosion of insurance premiums in commercial real estate. They discuss how they are navigating that and ensuring they keep that expense as low as possible. You’ll also hear how they navigate the balance between making now money and buying more deals. The discussion turns to how they delegate tasks and surrender control over roles they think they need to be in charge of.

Episode 12: How Gabe Lost $2.1m Dollars

Gabe is a leader, investor and an entrepreneur. Gabe has used those traits to run and build some big businesses, and create a large real estate portfolio. This episode is about how he lost $2.1m flipping houses and how he dug his way out of it.

Episode 11 - The Fed Conspiracy

In this episode of Deal Junkies Mike dives into his conspiracy about the origination of the Federal Reserve. You’ll hear Trevor talk through his plan to catch up to Blackstone and how he’s using EOS to do it. Then Gabe dives into why it will be harder than he thinks.

Episode 10 - 721 Exchanges and the SMI Fund

In part two of our interview with Logan deVos we do a deep dive into the intricacies of the SMI Legacy Fund and how they utilize the 721 Exchange. We’ll highlight what it is, who it is, and why it’s different from other funds. Our host Gabe is the President of the SMI Fund and Logan is the CEO. They have been partnering together for years and this will show the natural progression from their first deal together to where they are today and why they believe this vehicle is the best place for many of their assets.
Learn more about the SMI Fund at: https://smifundmanagement.com/legacy-fund/

Episode 9 - Interview with Logan DeVos

In this latest episode, we're thrilled to feature Logan deVos, a dynamic entrepreneur and investor whose journey from childhood candy sales to real estate fund management exemplifies entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability. From paintball ventures to flipping houses, Logan's path is marked by innovative leaps and bounds. He dives into the intricacies of building a real estate empire, sharing pivotal lessons and strategies honed along the way. For aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned investors alike, Logan's insights offer a wealth of inspiration and practical advice for navigating the complex real estate landscape. Tune in for a masterclass in turning entrepreneurial vision into reality.