Low Equity Splits, IO Loans, and Risky Returns | Dig In or Delete | Bigger Pockets Podcast

We’re back with another episode of Dig In or Delete, where Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon react to real investment pitches from their inbox and decide whether each one is worth a deeper look or should be deleted on the spot.

This week’s lineup includes a six-property self-storage deal in Arkansas, a triple-net Starbucks opportunity with a 4.5% cap, and a cash-out refinance pitch for a 68-unit apartment building. Jim and Paul break down the good, the bad, and the questionable, offering LP investors a candid look at how seasoned pros filter their deal flow.

You’ll hear how they evaluate everything from leverage and cap rate to operator communication and downside protection and why most pitches get deleted without a second thought.

Key Takeaways:

How experienced LPs quickly filter incoming investment pitches

Red flags in deal presentations, underwriting, and language

Why triple-net deals aren’t always “passive” or low risk

What makes storage look appealing—and what might be missing

How debt structure and cash-out refinances affect risk profile

Why sponsor transparency is often more important than returns

What to ask before replying to a deal that lands in your inbox

How to build your own “delete” filter to save time and protect capital

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