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Expert Speaker Podcast


Oct 24, 2024

In this episode of the Expert Speaker Podcast, host Majeed Mogharreban sits down with real estate investors Layda Zuniga and Valentina Carrillo from LMV Properties. Together, they explore their journey from novices in real estate to experienced multifamily property investors. Layda and Valentina share how they transitioned from managing single-family homes to investing in 10+ unit multifamily properties, emphasizing the importance of proper education and strategic planning.

Throughout the conversation, they dive into critical topics such as creative financing, risk management, and how their background as engineers has played a pivotal role in their approach to analyzing deals and problem-solving. Additionally, they discuss their focus on building long-term wealth through buy-and-hold strategies and partnerships that leverage time, expertise, and knowledge.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Importance of Education in Real Estate: Layda and Valentina explain how obtaining proper education in real estate investing helped them shift from focusing solely on cash flow to building long-term wealth through multifamily properties.

  • Creative Financing and Partnerships: They highlight how partnerships and creative financing methods have enabled them to scale their business faster, leveraging expertise and resources for larger deals.

  • Multifamily Investing in Ontario: The duo discusses why they focus on Ontario’s real estate market due to its strong appreciation potential while also exploring other markets like Edmonton for more landlord-friendly policies.

  • Risk Management and Conservatism: Layda and Valentina emphasize running conservative numbers and planning for unexpected events, such as rising interest rates, to protect their investments and investors.

  • The Power of Partnerships: They encourage listeners not to shy away from partnerships, stating that finding the right partners can help accelerate growth and reduce the burdens of doing everything alone.

Notable Quotes:

  • “Don’t let limiting beliefs hold you back. Partnerships are the way to go if you align on values and goals.”
  • “In real estate, you need to be prepared to pivot, whether that’s increasing the size of the deal or adjusting your financing strategy.”
  • “It’s like a marriage—you need to trust your partners and know that if the boat is sinking, you’re all in it together.”

Interested in Partnering?
Layda and Valentina are always looking for new partners to join their real estate investments. Whether you’re new to real estate or an experienced investor, they’re happy to discuss potential deals and how you can get involved. Reach out through their social media to learn more.

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