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Real estate deal flow is back but is it better? With inboxes full of syndications boasting high returns and “rare” opportunities, passive investors are under more pressure than ever to separate substance from spin. In this episode of Dig In or Delete, Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon return to scrutinize real deals sent straight to their inboxes, highlighting red flags, potential gems, and everything in between.

From a 9-unit Seattle multifamily deal with fuzzy cap rate math to a BJ’s Brewhouse ground lease next to a dying mall, Jim and Paul weigh in on market dynamics, underwriting red flags, and sponsor credibility. You’ll hear honest, in-the-moment reactions to deals in Dallas, San Antonio, Louisiana, and more, including a ground-up development next to a new minor league baseball stadium. No hypotheticals. No softballs. Just seasoned investors making real-time calls on actual opportunities.

Plus, stick around as Jim and Paul reveal which marketing tactics instantly make them hit “delete” and which details get them to take a second look.

Disclaimer

The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only. All host and participant opinions are their own. Investment in any asset, real estate included, involves risk, so use your best judgment and consult with qualified advisors before investing. You should only risk capital you can afford to lose. Remember that past performance is not indicative of future results. This podcast may contain paid advertisements or other promotional materials for real estate investment advisers, investment funds, and investment opportunities, which should not be interpreted as a recommendation, endorsement, or testimonial by PassivePockets, LLC or any of its affiliates. Viewers must conduct their own due diligence and consider their own financial situations before engaging with any of the advertised offerings, products, or services. PassivePockets, LLC disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, consequential, or other damages arising out of reliance on information and advertisements presented in this podcast.

Takeaways:

🞄 Why cap rate discrepancies can be a dealbreaker
🞄 The risk of “one-restaurant” triple net leases
🞄 When development next to a baseball stadium might make sense
🞄 How aggressive return projections can backfire in a pitch
🞄 The red flags that come with blind pool funds and asset class hopping
🞄 Why local insight trumps national data in real estate investing
🞄 What to ask when a sponsor promises high returns on a stabilized deal

00:00 Introduction to Passive Investing and Deal Analysis
01:30 Exploring a Multifamily Property in Seattle
07:08 Analyzing a 97-Unit Townhouse Community in Dallas
12:11 Ground Lease Opportunity with BJ's Brew House
17:40 Development Deal: A New Multifamily Complex in Texas
19:22 Exploring Development Opportunities
21:54 Analyzing Grocery Anchored Shopping Centers
25:26 Understanding Distressed Real Estate Deals
29:57 Evaluating FlexSpace Investments
34:29 Assessing Multifamily Investment Returns