Entries by Garrett Lynch

MB512: Why This Real Estate Investor Walked Away From 100 Deals (and What He Did Instead) – With Steve Libman

In this episode, Michael Blank sits down with capital-raising expert Steve Libman to discuss what it really takes to attract investors in today’s challenging market. From building credibility and long-term trust to navigating objections and resetting expectations, Steve shares practical strategies for raising equity when fear and uncertainty are high. This conversation is a masterclass […]

MB511: How to Use AI, Data, and Market Timing to Gain an “Unfair” Advantage in Multifamily — With Neal Bawa

In this data-driven episode, Michael Blank is joined by returning guest Neal Bawa, one of the most analytical minds in multifamily real estate. Neal breaks down why the market has failed to rebound as many expected, why 2026 may remain a “muddling” year, and how excess supply, construction costs, and policy decisions are reshaping rents […]

MB510: What Separates the Winners: Multifamily Lessons from $50M Lost and Rebuilt – With Rod Khlief

In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Michael Blank reconnects with Rod Khleif, multifamily investor, educator, and entrepreneur, to unpack what’s really happened in real estate over the past few years. Together, they discuss the current multifamily downturn, rising expenses, distressed assets, and why pain in the market often creates the greatest opportunities. The episode also […]

MB509: Market Outlook – Investing in 2024-25 vs. 2026 (Different Risk Profile) – With Michael Blank

In this solo episode, Michael Blank breaks down what really happened in multifamily during 2025 and what investors should expect in 2026. He unpacks supply and demand trends, rent growth, interest rate expectations, and the affordability crisis shaping renter behavior. While the last few years have been challenging, Michael explains why 2026 is likely a […]

MB508: How High-Achievers Sabotage Great Deals (And How to Stop) — With Derrick Lind

In this episode, Michael sits down with Derrick Lind, a structural engineer with 25 years of experience who transitioned from single-family rentals into multifamily syndication. Derrick shares how his analytical mindset both helped—and initially held him back—as he navigated analysis paralysis, conservative underwriting, and fear of taking action. He also discusses how mentorship, networking, and […]

MB507: What Millionaires Do Before 8AM (That You Probably Don’t) – With Hal Elrod

In this episode, Michael Blank sits down with Hal Elrod, bestselling author of The Miracle Morning, to talk about habits, mindset, and resilience. Hal shares how a near-fatal car accident, cancer, and financial collapse reshaped his philosophy on success—and why personal development is the foundation of financial freedom. This conversation explores how investors can use […]

MB506: Why I’m Reallocating Capital Away From Apartments — With Michael Blank

In this solo episode, Michael Blank pulls back the curtain on why he’s expanding beyond multifamily real estate into business acquisitions and private equity. He breaks down how buying operating businesses can complement real estate investing, diversify investor portfolios, and create strong cash flow without day-to-day operations. Michael shares the exact framework, buy box, and […]

MB505: The Relationship Habits That Shaped Our Success — With Michael & Vivian Blank

In this special and deeply personal episode, Michael sits down with his wife, Vivian Blank, to talk about life beyond real estate. From spending off-season time at Hilton Head to navigating marriage, goal-setting, communication, and long-term partnership, this conversation explores what it really takes to build a meaningful life together while pursuing ambitious goals. Whether […]

MB503: Why We’re Buying Businesses Now (And You Should Consider It Too) — With Jay Bourgana

In this episode, Michael sits down with Jay Bourgana, a turnaround expert and business builder who went from immigrant roots to overseeing $350M in real estate sales—and now focuses on acquiring and scaling profitable private businesses. Jay breaks down how buying established companies can accelerate wealth creation, how to structure acquisitions without becoming the day-to-day […]