Property Profits Real Estate Podcast

Logan breaks down how he defines and tracks “meaningful conversations” (about 100 per month) to focus only on activities that move deals forward. He explains his Kansas City strategy, why creative structures beat chasing yesterday’s cap rates, and how he blends AI with CRE fundamentals to deliver same-day portfolio and market analyses clients love.
Key Topics
Meaningful conversations → measurable pipeline: How Logan defines, tracks, and protects time for high-value chats with owners, investors, vendors, and tenants.
“Land squatting” for flex industrial: Adapting Neil Bawa’s idea—option raw land, drive entitlements/rezoning, line up build-to-suit users, and package “paper lots” or fully approved sites.
AI as an edge (with verification): Using frameworks, proprietary data, and tools to create 10–12 page portfolio audits in ~35 minutes—then spot-checking outputs before client delivery.
Why Kansas City works: Affordability, logistics (rail and 2-day truck reach to ~80% of the U.S.), supply-constrained multifamily, and surging data-center development.
 
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In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with seasoned real estate investor, bestselling author, and trainer Mike Morawski. With over 30 years of experience, Mike shares how he’s scaling multifamily and light industrial properties by creatively boosting NOI with solar energy and tax incentives.
Mike reveals:
Why he targets both multifamily and light industrial assets in specific U.S. markets
How adding solar to industrial properties transforms NOI and creates massive value gains
The role of tax credits and incentives in maximizing investor returns
Key insights into today’s market cycle and where opportunities are emerging
Lessons from his new book Multifamily Investment Secrets
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In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with Jonathan Twombly, a seasoned real estate investor who made the leap from multifamily housing to boutique hotels. Broadcasting from New York City, Jonathan shares the story behind his shift into the hospitality space and breaks down how he’s generating returns by reviving tired, underutilized hotel assets in prime locations.
From spotting rundown roadside inns to managing major renovations, Jonathan walks us through the numbers and the strategy behind his most exciting deal — including how he bought a 37-key property for under $2M, spent $1.5M on renovations, and saw a broker opinion of value come in at $6M post-reno.
You’ll hear:
Why location trumps branding when it comes to boutique hotels
How operational inefficiencies in mom-and-pop hotels create opportunity
The pros and cons of hospitality vs. multifamily investing
A boots-on-the-ground look at managing hotel renovations, on-site crews, and seasonal cycles
How Jonathan uses direct-to-seller strategies to uncover his next big project
 
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John breaks down the two “jobs” of multifamily—acquisitions and execution—and why asset management wins in today’s market. He explains why he favors Midwest markets for steadier rent growth, how local supply/demand and job bases drive performance, and why newer “boom” markets can be whiplash-prone.John also walks through a recent Louisville deal—from spotting a mismarketed opportunity on LoopNet to boosting income with simple operational plays (think pet amenities, fee optimization, and insurance compliance partnerships). On raising capital, he shares how expectations have shifted, why education and service-first relationships matter more than ever, and practical ways to expand your reach without “selling.”
 
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In this conversation, Wayne breaks down his 80/20 approach: 80% stabilized, cash-flowing multifamily (100–150 units, 1980s+), and 20% entrepreneurial projects like 20×50 storage, build-to-rent, and a mixed-use development in Bryan, Texas. He explains how conservative underwriting, loan assumptions, and fixed-rate financing have helped him sidestep recent industry turbulence—and even buy a San Antonio asset ~$3M below last year’s price.
We dig into the business case for large-format storage (think concrete, steel, low expenses, sticky business tenants), the realities of lease-up and operations, and why Wayne keeps these projects in the “innovation lab” while doubling down on bread-and-butter multifamily. Wayne also outlines his capital stack, how he combined 506(b) and 506(c) to include both known non-accredited and accredited investors, and the investor experience he aims to deliver: consistent communication, realistic cash flow, and education first.
 
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What if the best way to build wealth in real estate wasn’t through piling on debt, but through a simple, steady strategy that builds lasting security?
In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with Dustin Heiner from Master Passive Income. Dustin is “successfully unemployed” thanks to his 30+ single-family homes and apartment complexes. But unlike many gurus, Dustin took a contrarian path—paying down properties, reducing risk, and creating a business that funds his life and his legacy.
You’ll hear how Dustin:
Built a portfolio of 30+ single-family homes starting with little knowledge and money
Balanced leverage with his wife’s comfort level by aggressively paying down mortgages
Used the “snowball method” to pay off properties and free up more cash flow
Teaches his own kids to buy rental properties—even his 16-year-old daughter already owns one!
Thinks long-term by holding assets, refinancing instead of selling, and focusing on steady income
 
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In this episode, Dave chats with Cincinnati-based investor Evan Polaski about balancing a full-time investor relations role with personal investing. Evan breaks down how Axia Partners shifted from a broad mix (self-storage, RV parks, multifamily, and a 230,000-sq-ft industrial development) toward heavier emphasis on RV parks and value-add multifamily in Middle America—and why today’s pricing has them patient on new multifamily acquisitions.
He explains how fixed-rate debt and conservative underwriting have kept their 2021 multifamily deals cash-flowing (with strong NOI growth) even as exit timelines stretch. On the capital-raising front, Evan shares what’s actually moving the needle now: nailing execution for current investors, nurturing referral networks, and participating in the right mastermind communities long before you need to raise.
For newer capital raisers, Evan’s advice is simple and powerful: know your deals inside and out, never “wing” answers, give straight talk (with proper disclaimers), and recognize that not every investor is the right fit—protect your future sanity and reputation by trusting your gut.
 
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What happens when decades of real estate experience meet the courtroom? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast with Dave Dubeau, Jeff Potter shares his unique path as a developer, investor, consultant, and expert witness in real estate cases.
Jeff dives into his current projects in California, from adaptive reuse of shopping centers to affordable housing developments. He also opens up about the challenges of zoning, fire recovery, and housing shortages — plus why expert witnesses play a vital role in real estate disputes.
If you’ve ever wondered how legal battles and real estate development overlap, Jeff’s stories and insights will open your eyes. He also shares why he’s intentionally slowing down his development work to focus on meaningful projects, mentoring, and his growing expert witness practice.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
How adaptive reuse is transforming shopping centers into new housing opportunities
Why affordable housing development is so challenging (and rewarding) in California
What it means to serve as an expert witness in real estate disputes
Jeff’s perspective on balancing profits, purpose, and lifestyle in real estate
 
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Dave digs into Brett’s contrarian take on 1031s and the risks of “equal or greater value/debt” replacement during tight deadlines. Brett breaks down how a properly structured installment sale with a dedicated trust (under IRC 453) can defer capital gains, allow flexible reinvestment (real estate equity or debt, diversified portfolios, even new ventures), and help investors “sell high, buy low.” He shares real client examples, common objections (legality, trustee control, fees), practical timelines, and how interest vs. principal payouts are taxed.
 
 
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What happens when a property—or even an entire portfolio—hits hard times? For Bruce Fraser, Managing Partner at Elkhorn Capital Partners, that’s when the real opportunity begins.
In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast with Dave Dubeau, Bruce shares his unique approach to “distressed situation acquisitions” in the multifamily space. From properties with major operational or physical issues to today’s wave of financial distress caused by risky financing structures, Bruce explains why he sees these challenges as a clear path to profit.
You’ll hear how Elkhorn Capital Partners has built a strong portfolio by focusing on secondary markets like Oklahoma City and Tulsa, bringing property management in-house, and sticking to disciplined underwriting. Bruce also talks about why his hedge fund background gives him an edge, how inflation continues to shape real estate strategy, and why now may be one of the best times in decades to expand.
 
 
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