Entries by Garrett Lynch

MB522: The Lies Investors Tell Themselves Before Losing Money in Real Estate – With Steeve Breton

In this episode, Michael Blank sits down with seasoned investor and capital raiser Steeve Breton to unpack what it really takes to build—and protect—wealth in today’s multifamily market. With experience as a limited partner, general partner, and fund manager, Steeve brings a rare 360-degree perspective on investing. They dive into the realities of the past […]

MB521: Gold Hit Record Highs… Then Dropped: What’s Driving Prices in 2026 (And What to Do Next) – With Dana Samuelson

In this episode with Dana Samuelson, step outside the usual real estate conversation to explore the role of precious metals (specifically gold and silver) in today’s uncertain economic environment. Why should real estate investors care about gold? Whether you’re a passive investor allocating capital or an active investor raising it, understanding alternative asset classes is […]

MB520: The Wealth Leaks Costing You Thousands Every Year (And Why Your Advisors Miss Them) – With Andrew Majd

In this episode, Michael Blank sits down with Andrew Majd of Dew Wealth Management to break down what true wealth management actually looks like beyond just investing. From tax strategy and alternative investments to insurance, estate planning, and building the right professional team, Andrew outlines a comprehensive “Protect, Grow, Manage” framework that high-net-worth individuals can […]

MB519: How to Build a Real Estate Private Equity Firm and Raise Capital Across Borders — With August Biniaz

In this episode, Michael sits down with August Biniaz, co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of CPI Capital, to discuss why he believes multifamily is approaching a major recovery—and how investors can position themselves now. August shares his perspective on the current market cycle, the challenges of raising foreign capital into U.S. deals, and why he […]

MB518: Invest Like a Billionaire: Start with the Operator or the Deal? – With Bob Fraser

In this episode, Michael sits down with Bob Fraser, CFO and Chief Macro Strategist at Aspen Funds and author of Invest Like a Billionaire. Bob shares why billionaires invest very differently than most people—and why relying solely on stocks and bonds may be limiting your ability to build long-term wealth. The conversation explores alternative investments […]

MB517 – The Conversations You Never Hear inside a failing deal — With Michael Blank and Garrett Lynch

In this episode, Michael Blank answers a listener question about what happens when a deal doesn’t go as planned—specifically, how to handle loan restructuring in today’s challenging market. With rising interest rates and tighter lending conditions, many operators are facing refinancing pressure. Michael walks through practical strategies for working with lenders, protecting investors, and navigating […]

MB516: What If Everything You Believe About Getting Started Is Wrong? — With Michael Blank

In this episode, Michael Blank breaks down the two biggest myths that stop aspiring investors from getting started in apartment building investing. Many believe they need years of experience or their own capital to do a deal—but Michael explains why neither is true. By reframing these misconceptions and focusing on building the right team and […]

MB515: How To Do Your First $4M Deal in 7 Days – With Michael Blank

In this solo episode, Michael Blank introduces a powerful strategy designed to help aspiring syndicators overcome the biggest obstacle in real estate: getting your first deal done. While most first deals take 6–12 months, Michael explains how you can dramatically accelerate your learning curve by running a “Live Sample Deal”—a simulated real-world acquisition that walks […]

MB514: 6 Big Lessons from the Last 30 Days (Market Bottoms, AI Disruption, and Community) – With Michael Blank

In this solo episode, Michael reflects on the biggest lessons he’s learned over the past 30 days—from the state of the multifamily market to the power of relationships, networking, and emerging technologies like AI. Drawing from recent conferences, conversations with industry leaders, and personal experiences, he shares key insights that could shape how investors approach […]

MB513: Why Multifamily Is the Fastest Path to Financial Freedom – With Michael Blank

In this solo episode, Michael Blank shares the exact moment he pivoted from flipping houses and single-family rentals into multifamily investing—and why it became the single best financial decision of his life. He breaks down the math, the scalability, the risk profile, and the long-term wealth-building power of apartment syndications compared to other strategies like […]