What is the importance of skill stacking and capital raising? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Josh Appelman. Josh Appelman is a successful entrepreneur who has established and grown several multi-million-dollar businesses, earning recognition such as a five-year run on the Inc. 500/5000 list. He possesses vast experience in real estate, managing a diverse portfolio of properties ranging from apartment complexes to self-storage facilities. Tune in to this episode as Josh gives his advice on skill stacking and capital raising! [00:00 - 01:42] Opening Segment We welcome, Josh Appelman!Josh is a full-time real estate professional[01:43 - 23:44] Combat Interest Rates With Conservative Underwriting Start small with a duplex or quadplex to learn the transaction processEducate yourself on what makes a good deal and buy the rightManage issues and problems, tweak systems, and evolve as a businessBuilding local presence through networking and community outreachRebuilding communities by renovating units and making it a better place to liveLocal governments offer grants, tax abatements, and opportunity zones to help growth[23:45 - 30:10] THE FINAL FOUR What's the worst job that you ever had?A warehouse job What's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?“Rich Dad, Poor Dad” by Robert KiyosakiWhat is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?Skill stackingWhat does success mean to you?Josh says, “Do what you want when you want, how you want, and where you want.“ Connect with Josh Appelman:  Calendly: Schedule A Meeting Linkedin: Josh Appelman TikTok: @josh_appelman Instagram: @josh_appelman LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW by clicking this link. WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE? Be sure to follow me on the below platforms: Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or Stitcher. LinkedIn Youtube Exclusive Facebook Group www.yonahweiss.com None of this could be possible without the awesome team at Buzzsprout. They make it easy to get your show listed on every major podcast platform. Tweetable Quotes: “Combat the interest rates with underwriting conservatively and buying properties based on cash flow, based on what works, and know your business plan, know your exit strategy, work from the end in mind.” – Josh Appelman “People give up right when it doesn't work for them. Instead, take it one step further and submit a price that does work and give reasons why.” – Josh Appelman Support the show