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Real Estate Lowdown
Welcome to Real Estate Lowdown, the ultimate podcast that will transform the way you think about real estate investing. I'm your host, Bill Bymel, CEO of First Lien Capital and author of the bestselling book, Win Win Revolution: An Insider's Guide to Investing in the Secondary Mortgage Market.
Real Estate Lowdown is not your typical scripted podcast. We're all about unscripted, engaging, and informative conversations that will leave you hungry for more. Join me as I sit down with savvy, seasoned professionals and industry leaders who share their practical principles, mindset mastery, creative applications, and the latest market trends of real estate investing, with a specialty focus on distressed mortgage note investing.
Prepare to be blown away by our incredible guests who will generously share their tried-and-true real estate investing strategies. As a fund manager and real estate investor with decades of active experience under my belt, I'll also be sharing my insider expertise and personal stories. Together, we'll equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and creativity you need to thrive in this dynamic industry.
Whether a budding beginner or a real estate mogul, we've got you covered. We'll deconstruct and demystify the complexities while covering every subject real estate investors need to know. From the fundamentals to the advanced, we'll help you carve your distinct niche in the industry, build a legacy of generational wealth, and make a valuable impact in society. And trust me, we'll have a blast along the way!
Learn more at https://missionmatters.com/author/bill-bymel/
Real Estate Lowdown
Smart Development: Unlocking Value in Overlooked Properties with Luis Belmonte
From fixing fences on his father's ranch to shaping urban landscapes, Luis Belmonte, principal at Seven Hills Properties, chronicles his unlikely path to real estate development. Drawing from his Irish-Italian roots and decades of experience, Luis reveals why he chose practical community projects over luxury developments – and how this decision shaped his success.
Beyond the blueprint, Luis breaks down the essentials of real estate investment, from internal rate of return to the delicate balance of leveraging. And reveals the hidden potential in today's office spaces while sharing hard-earned wisdom from his most memorable wins and losses.
Key Takeaways:
• Discover why focusing on practical, community-oriented projects can deliver stronger returns than luxury developments, backed by real-world examples from decades of successful deals and market cycles
• Learn the critical metrics that drive profitable development decisions, including a masterclass on evaluating internal rate of return and managing leverage risk in today's market
• Explore contrarian opportunities in the office sector, with actionable insights on identifying undervalued properties and turning market challenges into profitable ventures
Join us for this unvarnished look at real estate development through the eyes of a builder who started from the ground up.
Connect further with Luis Belmonte at LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-belmonte-54257211/ or Seven Hills Properties https://www.7hp.com.
Unlock elite low risk investment opportunities tailored to your priorities. Let our expert team maximize your returns while you focus on what matters most. Join our family of successful investors creating a lasting legacy of financial wealth and community impact together.
Start or elevate your portfolio today. Email bill@firstliencapital.com or go to https://www.firstliencapital.com to invest with us.
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