Episode 328: The Questions Every Smart Investor Asks
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Gary Heldt interviews Jacob Vanderslice about key considerations for real estate investments and the importance of understanding risks over projected returns.
What makes a real estate investment worth the risk? In this episode of Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth , Gary Heldt sits down with Jacob Vanderslice, Co-Founder of VanWest Partners, to break down what investors should know before putting money into private real estate. Jacob has helped oversee more than $375 million in self-storage investments and shares why the biggest mistake many investors make is focusing solely on projected returns rather than understanding the risks. You'll learn the differences between owning real estate directly, investing through REITs, and partnering in private real estate deals. Jacob also explains key investment terms such as preferred returns, IRR, waterfalls, and K-1s in plain English, making this a valuable conversation for both experienced investors and those just getting started. Whether you're looking to diversify your portfolio, create passive income, or better understand alternative investments, this episode provides practical insights to help you make more informed decisions. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why self-storage has become one of today's most attractive real estate asset classes. The pros and cons of direct ownership, REITs…
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