Episodes
Welcome back to the Jake and Gino channel! In this eye-opening how-to video, Gino Barbaro dives deep into the Top 3 Biggest Challenges Facing Multifamily Real Estate Today—and more importantly, how to turn these hurdles into lucrative opportunities.
Published 09/18/24
In this episode of the Jake and Gino podcast, Jake and Gino are joined by Justin Williams, founder of Millionaire University. Justin shares his incredible journey from dropping out of college one semester before graduation to building multiple seven-figure businesses. We dive deep into his path to financial freedom, overcoming early struggles, and the importance of taking massive action. Justin's story of pivoting from football to flipping homes and now educating others through his unique...
Published 09/16/24
Are rising interest rates impacting your multifamily investments? In this episode, Gino Barbaro from Jake & Gino dives deep into the complex world of fluctuating interest rates and their effects on multifamily real estate. From the 2022 market peak to today's hold patterns, Gino offers expert insights and strategies to help you weather the storm and still make profitable deals. Whether you're looking to buy, hold, or refinance, this video is packed with essential information to guide your...
Published 09/11/24
In this episode of Jake and Gino, co-founder Gino Barbaro sits down with real estate investor and creative financing expert Tom Cruz. Tom shares his incredible journey, starting in 2012 with an accidental entry into real estate due to his dog’s breed restrictions, and now owning a portfolio that generates over $650K in monthly passive income!
Published 09/09/24
In this episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, multifamily investor, educator, father, and mentor, sits down with Nick DeLeon, a seasoned real estate investor and Jake & Gino student since 2019. Nick shares his inspiring journey from corporate real estate to becoming a full-time investor, owning over 1,000 multifamily units and RV park lots.
Published 09/06/24
In this inspiring episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast, co-founder Gino Barbaro sits down with Alex Sanfilippo, the founder of Podmatch and Podprose. Starting his entrepreneurial journey at just 10 years old, Alex began by selling used golf balls he found around his local golf course. Fast forward to today, and Alex is revolutionizing the podcasting industry by connecting podcast hosts with their ideal guests through his innovative platform.
Published 09/02/24
In this insightful episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, dives deep into the strategies and tools necessary to find deals in the multifamily market, especially as the market shifts. Gino breaks down the importance of broker relationships, how to leverage platforms like Crexi, and the key differences between financing commercial versus residential properties.
Published 08/28/24
Welcome to another episode of the "Jake & Gino Podcast," where we dive deep into the world of real estate investing with industry experts and successful investors. In this episode, Jake and Gino sit down with Daniel Kong, a real estate investor who managed to retire from his W-2 job in just three years by mastering the BRRRR strategy. From software developer to real estate mogul in Hawaii, Daniel shares his inspiring journey, the challenges of investing remotely, and how he leveraged the...
Published 08/26/24
Welcome to the Julia & Gino Podcast! In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the challenges and rewards of modern parenting with the inspiring Jill Garner, founder of Manners of the Heart. With her wealth of experience and profound wisdom, Jill shares her journey of transforming parenting from focusing on self-esteem to building self-respect.
Published 08/23/24
Welcome to another insightful episode from Jake & Gino, where we dive deep into the world of multifamily investing. In this episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, reveals the top mistakes passive investors make when syndicating a deal—and more importantly, how to avoid them!
Published 08/21/24
Welcome to another episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast! This week, we're diving deep into the world of multifamily real estate with special guest Jordan Arand, a top broker from Capstone Apartments. Jordan shares his journey from the finance world in Chicago to becoming a leading multifamily broker in Nashville, closing over $1 billion in transactions since 2020.
Published 08/19/24
Join us in this inspiring episode where Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, dives deep into the multifaceted journey of Evan and Wan-Yi —two powerhouse professionals who transitioned from corporate careers to successful multifamily real estate investors. Discover how they met through a shared passion for real estate, navigated the challenges of multifamily investing, and are now building a legacy together.
Published 08/16/24
Welcome to the latest episode of the Jake and Gino How-To series! Whether you're a seasoned passive investor or just getting started in real estate syndication, this episode is a must-watch. Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, dives deep into the common pitfalls that limited partners (LPs) face when investing in syndications and how to avoid them.
Published 08/14/24
Welcome back to the Jake and Gino Podcast! In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Michael Zuber, the author of One Rental at a Time, join us to discuss his incredible journey from a W2 employee to achieving financial freedom through real estate. Michael shares his story of walking away from a successful sales career, the challenges he faced, and how he built a real estate portfolio that allowed him to retire at 45.
Published 08/12/24
Welcome to the Jake and Gino Podcast! In this video, co-founder Gino Barbaro dives deep into the crucial topic of rental comps. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, understanding rental comps is essential for making informed decisions in the real estate market. Can you really raise rents as brokers often claim? Let's find out!
Published 08/07/24
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast! In this episode, your hosts, Jake Stenziano and Gino Barbaro, are joined by the investment expert Aleksey Chernobelskiy. Aleksey brings a wealth of knowledge, having managed Store Capital's $10 billion real estate portfolio and currently advising over 3,000 investors through his weekly newsletter.
Published 08/05/24
Welcome to Jake and Gino's channel! In this video, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, dives deep into the intricacies of analyzing multifamily properties. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, understanding the do's and don'ts of property analysis is crucial for success.
Published 07/31/24
Welcome to the Movers and Shakers Podcast! In this episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, sits down with Josh McCallen, CEO and President of Viva May Hospitality. Josh’s journey from a challenging childhood to leading a hospitality empire is nothing short of inspiring. Discover how Josh and his team manage to welcome and serve over 325,000 guests annually across their luxurious properties.
Published 07/31/24
Welcome back to the Jake and Gino Podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to have the multifaceted and highly experienced Salvatore Buscemi join us. Salvatore is the CEO and co-founding partner of Brahman Partners, CEO of Dandrew Partners Capital Management, and the author of several successful books on fund management and real estate private lending.
Published 07/29/24
Hello and welcome. My name is Gino Barbaro, one of the co-founders of Jake and Gino. In this how-to video, I discuss Biden's proposal on rent control and its potential impact on multifamily properties. This is a critical issue, and I want to hear your thoughts! Leave your comments below or email me at
[email protected]
Published 07/23/24
In this inspiring episode of the Movers and Shakers podcast, Gino Barbaro delves into the transformative journey of multifamily investor Vlad Arakcheyev. Starting as a graphic designer and evolving into a real estate mogul, Vlad's path was radically altered by the unforeseen challenges and opportunities brought about by COVID-19.
Published 07/23/24
Welcome to another episode of the Movers and Shakers podcast, where we bring you inspiring stories from the world of real estate. In today's episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, sits down with Chris Bizub, a former bartender turned real estate professional, to discuss his incredible journey and success in the industry.
Published 07/23/24
Join co-founder Gino Barbaro as he dives into a fascinating conversation with Brian Davis, a seasoned real estate investor, personal finance writer, and co-founder of Spark Rental. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Brian shares his journey from stumbling into real estate to becoming a mentor for aspiring investors.
Published 07/23/24
Hello and welcome! In today's video, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, dives into the concept of creating multiple streams of income. Drawing insights from their book, The Honey Bee, Gino shares practical advice and real-life examples on how to build and diversify your revenue streams effectively.
Published 07/23/24
In this episode, Jake Stenziano and Gino Barbaro dive deep with Craig Cody, a man of many hats—CPA, tax coach, best-selling author, and a 17-year NYPD veteran! From chasing perps to crunching numbers, Craig has a unique story and a wealth of knowledge to share about saving money and planning for the future.
Published 07/23/24