Best Freddiemac Podcasts (2025)

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Burn Your Fear To The Ground - questions from the mailbag 47:35

4h ago47:35

47:35

In this episode, Blaine answers several questions from the listeners about building their non-lender appraisal business, hiring and training apprentice trainees, and how to stop being the bottleneck in your own business.By Blaine Feyen

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Stop Chasing People Who Aren't Chasing You 27:30

10d ago27:30

27:30

In this episode, Blaine shares 8 pieces of wisdom he's learned over the years from mentors, masters, Stoics, and life in general.By Blaine Feyen

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EPS 326 - "From Pittsburgh to Texas: Ryan Heddleston’s Strategic Growth in Multifamily Real Estate and His Battle Against Rising Property Taxes" 46:08

18d ago46:08

46:08

Ryan Heddleston's journey from small-scale real estate investments in Pittsburgh to managing large-scale multifamily properties in Texas is a great example of how strategic partnerships and expertise can lead to substantial growth. His decision to partner with experienced operators allowed him to scale quickly, which paid off—he acquired over 6,000…

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EPS 325 - "Jeff Adler with YARDI MATRIX, is a very smart - BIG PICTURE- apartment guy. You need to listen to him!" 1:13:06

19d ago1:13:06

1:13:06

Before becoming “DATA NERD IN CHARGE” at Yardi Matrix, Jeff Adler was Chief Property Operations Officer for AIMCO and managed a platform of over 160,000 units. At the Old Capital Speaker Series, James Eng with Old Capital dives into the current economic landscape, covering the U.S. growth forecast for 2025, persistent inflation, and a tight labor m…

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Solopreneur or Empire Builder 41:51

22d ago41:51

41:51

In this episode, Blaine compares the two different appraisal company business models: the one person business, or solopreneur, and the team builder model, which is the business model whereby the appraiser has additional income generators within the business so that all of the income is not dependent on just one person.…

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Silence is Not a Success Strategy 29:54

1M ago29:54

29:54

In this epsiode, Blaine talks through several thoughts and ideas around why so many appraisers choose to be silent and invisible where and when it matters the most, which is not whining and complaining on social media.By Blaine Feyen

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EPS 324 - "Greg Willett, Chief Economist at Leaselock, Discusses Texas Apartment Market Outlook: Economic Concerns, Regional Trends, and Investment Insights" 34:19

1M ago34:19

34:19

Greg Willett is Chief Economist for Leaselock. Greg has been an apartment data analyst and real estate observer for over 30 years. He discusses apartment investing trends and opportunities. Greg Willett expressed concerns about the economy, noting vulnerabilities in consumer confidence and rising credit card debt, which may affect renter demand for…

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EPS 323 - "From Anesthesiologist to Real Estate Mogul: Dr. Paul Pena's Journey to Financial Independence and Multifamily Success" 45:02

1M ago45:02

45:02

Dr. Paul Pena, who transitioned from being a full-time anesthesiologist to a full-time real estate investor. Dr. Pena shares his journey, starting with single-family homes in El Paso, Texas, and moving to multifamily properties. He discusses his first multifamily investment in Fresno, California, a 28-unit property, and the challenges and successes…

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EPS 322 - "Unlocking North Texas Investment Potential: Inside Rowan Multifamily Advisors and the Future of B & C Multifamily Sales" 33:57

2M ago33:57

33:57

Rowan Burch, Matt Waskow, and Coleton Burch of Rowan Multifamily Advisors share their expert insights into the current market, drawing from their experience in selling hundreds of large apartment buildings since 2010. They gave us market insights on the 1960’-1980’s apartments and the possible occupancy challenges and why buyers are being more sele…

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From Survival to Significance 44:51

2M ago44:51

44:51

In this episode, Blaine walks through the 4 phases or levels that every business owner can go through if they see their business as a vehicle to something greater. Blaine explains what happens at each level of survivial, stability, success, and eventually significance.By Blaine Feyen

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EPS 321 - What questions would YOU ask an operator of 30,000 units? 41:50

2M ago41:50

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What questions would YOU ask an operator of 30,000 units? Obviously, we had lots of questions. Since 2008, Charlie Young and his partners at Madera Residential have acquired over 120 large apartment buildings, again that’s “120 buildings- NOT just units. Billions of dollars of total asset value across many states. Today, they’re navigating a recapi…

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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: "Michael, Given the Impact of Stricter Immigration Policies, How Are Landlords in Class B & C Apartments Responding to Occupancy Challenges in Workforce Housing?" 30:34

2M ago30:34

30:34

Some landlords of Class B and C apartments were not concerned with tenants' immigration status, and many rented to undocumented individuals over the last few years. Today, stricter immigration policies have notably impacted occupancy rates in workforce housing, especially in areas with a high concentration of older apartment buildings. Are you read…

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EPS 320 - "Maximizing Value: Chris Pearson, Top Investment Sales Broker at Marcus & Millichap- Dallas, Shares Insights on Small Apartment Deals Under 75 Units” 41:00

2M ago41:00

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Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just dipping your toes into the world of small apartment buildings, Chris Pearson and Nick Fluellen are here to give you the inside scoop on the latest trends, market shifts, and all things commercial real estate. Key Points: Upcoming Events: Old Capital's bus tour at the end of March. Virtual Speaker series wi…

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The Million Dollar Playbook 48:36

2M ago48:36

48:36

In this episode, Blaine goes over the 5 principles and the 5 pillars of building a million dollar appraisal business, or any business at all. Building a million dollar business does not necessarily mean producing a million dollars in gross or net revenue. Learn the real definition of what a real 'million dollar business' means in this episode. Read…

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EPS 319 - Are Apartment Investors Finding "DEALS" in San Antonio & Houston? Top Colliers Sales Brokers Weigh In. 41:14

3M ago41:14

41:14

In this episode, we sit down with two of Colliers International’s leading sales brokers—Bob Heard and Zar Haro—to explore the current landscape of apartment investments in San Antonio and Houston. With years of experience uncovering hidden opportunities, Bob and Zar offer expert insights on whether now is the right time for apartment investors to d…

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You're The Problem - Shut Up or Fix It 38:38

3M ago38:38

38:38

In this episode, Blaine talks about the amount of whining and complaining by appraisers about how everyone is out to get them, when, in fact, you might be the issue. Blaine covers 5 principles for taking control of your appraisal business and how to stop blaming everyone else.By Blaine Feyen

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EPS 318 – Takeaways from NMHC's Annual Meeting in Las Vegas and Navigating 2025. 43:50

3M ago43:50

43:50

Did you go? If not…these were the themes, of the 3-day event, between apartment operators, investors, investment sales brokers and lenders. This nationwide conference had optimism in multifamily for the long term…but continued challenges (higher interest rates, higher cap rates, and the lack of distressed assets coming to the market) for the shorte…

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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: “Michael, what do you expect in 2025 for apartment investors?” 30:02

3M ago30:02

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1. 2024 Performance: Michael was disappointed with the acquisition activity due to fluctuating interest rates and low transaction volumes. 2. Market Conditions: The fundamentals were soft in 2024 with flat to down rents, especially in Central Texas. Occupancy stabilized at around 93% portfolio-wide by January 2025. Michael anticipates a recovery in…

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EPS 317 - Meet the Dynamic Duo Behind the Apartment Investment Revolution: Corey & Candice Muldrow 38:58

3M ago38:58

38:58

Have you ever heard the saying, “Slow and steady wins the race?” For Corey and Candice Muldrow, this timeless principle is the foundation of their success in apartment investing. The Muldrows began their journey in 2017 with the purchase of an 18-unit multifamily building, all while juggling full-time W2 careers. With a keen eye for value, they reh…

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Goal Setting is Bullsh*t! The Only 3 Things You Need 20:42

4M ago20:42

20:42

In this first episode of season 9, Blaine talks about how the typical goal setting process is almost complete BS. Most people start with the strategy part of goal setting without ever addressing the belief systems that have led to needing to set a new goal. Learn the best way to achieve anything in the Increase Academy, click here...…

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7 Ways To Build Trust and Double Your Business 25:58

5M ago25:58

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In this episode, Blaine goes over 7 ways to build trust with your market to make more sales and, of course, more money. As an appraiser, trust is one of the more important things to build in the minds and hearts of your clientele. Blaine lists out the 7 ways to do that, from the slowest to the quickest. Learn how to double your appraisal business i…

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How to Combat Appraisal Waivers and Make More Money As An Appraiser 40:55

5M ago40:55

40:55

In this episode, Blaine talks about the new plan by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to increase the appraisal waiver threshold to 90% LTV and what appraisers need to do about it if they want their business to thrive.By Blaine Feyen

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EPS 316 - DFW is one of the top 1-2 institutional markets in the nation. Why are THESE buyers flocking to North Texas? 42:18

5M ago42:18

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You’re familiar with B & C workforce housing, right? Many investors focus on that. But have you ever wondered what’s next in apartment investing? What’s the next level? It’s the high-end market— These institutional buyers typically target high-value, well-located, and professionally managed apartment properties, often with luxury amenities or newer…

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EPS 315 - "Real-Time Insights from a Manager of 35,000+ Apartment Units!" 49:37

5M ago49:37

49:37

Get real-time insights from Mr. X, who manages over 35,000 apartment units across the Southwest! He leads a large third-party property management firm specializing in A, B, and C properties. Mr. X shares key trends impacting the industry, including the widespread use of concessions in the B and C segments, rising bad debt, and the growing challenge…

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EPS 314 - "What to Do When Your Lender Delays Closing: Can You Still Recover?" 56:46

5M ago56:46

56:46

Jeremy Thomason and Stephen Quisenberry have acquired several apartment buildings in Texas and Georgia. In their discussion, they share their strategies for purchasing properties, emphasizing smaller deals in less competitive markets. They also detailed the challenges encountered during the acquisition of a 64-unit property, particularly with Fredd…

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EPS 313 - “Maximize Your Returns: Why Investing in a 12- Unit Apartment Building Can Boost Your Real Estate Portfolio!” 36:42

6M ago36:42

36:42

Before Matt and Melissa Mettry purchased a 12-unit apartment building in Dallas, they had already gained valuable experience as passive investors in several multifamily syndications. Through these investments, they learned just how crucial the role of the general partner (GP) is to the success of a project. To them, the general partner was like the…

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Worthless Goals 30:21

6M ago30:21

30:21

In this episode, Blaine talks about the conventional way to set goals, and what most of it is BS. He then talks about some of the things he's learned over the years about which goals are worthwhile, and which ones are worthless, at least in his opinion.By Blaine Feyen

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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: “What do you mean a GENERATIONAL BUYING OPPORTUNITY?” 19:06

6M ago19:06

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You may have heard this phrase before…from an apartment sponsor…” This is a generational buying opportunity!” Really? Not all properties are great investments, but have the syndicator explain in detail…WHY they think this is a GREAT opportunity for you to invest in. Listen to their reasoning and read their business plan. See if it makes sense…BEFOR…

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The 4 Hour Work Week 27:54

6M ago27:54

27:54

In this episode, Blaine talks about several of his takeaways from the Tim Ferriss book, The 4 Hour Work Week and how they can help your business and, maybe more importantly, your life! Learn how to double your appraisal business in half the time with appraisal business coaching...Click hereBy Blaine Feyen

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EPS 312 - Meet the “SUPERHEROS” of COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE LENDING: RECA. 45:51

6M ago45:51

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It’s a loan officer roundtable with the top producing commercial real estate bankers with RECA. The Real Estate Capital Alliance (RECA) was formed by a group of boutique real estate capital advisory firms with offices in major metropolitan markets and clients across the U.S. Collectively, the group consisting of 18 member firms and more than 85 ori…

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EPS 311 - The ZERO to ONE Challenge. Buying your first large apartment building. Can YOU do this? 47:00

7M ago47:00

47:00

Anita Wong, and her husband William Liu just bought their first, large apartment building in Texas. Their journey began 24 months ago when they decided to scale up. They had owned a few single-family, short-term rental properties scattered in different places, but now they wanted to buy a larger apartment building that could employ an onsite manage…

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The Real Value Podcast

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Old Capital Real Estate Investing Podcast with Michael Becker & Paul Peebles

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Burn Your Fear To The Ground - questions from the mailbag 47:35

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Stop Chasing People Who Aren't Chasing You 27:30

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EPS 326 - "From Pittsburgh to Texas: Ryan Heddleston’s Strategic Growth in Multifamily Real Estate and His Battle Against Rising Property Taxes" 46:08

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EPS 325 - "Jeff Adler with YARDI MATRIX, is a very smart - BIG PICTURE- apartment guy. You need to listen to him!" 1:13:06

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Solopreneur or Empire Builder 41:51

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Silence is Not a Success Strategy 29:54

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EPS 324 - "Greg Willett, Chief Economist at Leaselock, Discusses Texas Apartment Market Outlook: Economic Concerns, Regional Trends, and Investment Insights" 34:19

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EPS 323 - "From Anesthesiologist to Real Estate Mogul: Dr. Paul Pena's Journey to Financial Independence and Multifamily Success" 45:02

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EPS 322 - "Unlocking North Texas Investment Potential: Inside Rowan Multifamily Advisors and the Future of B & C Multifamily Sales" 33:57

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From Survival to Significance 44:51

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EPS 321 - What questions would YOU ask an operator of 30,000 units? 41:50

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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: "Michael, Given the Impact of Stricter Immigration Policies, How Are Landlords in Class B & C Apartments Responding to Occupancy Challenges in Workforce Housing?" 30:34

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EPS 320 - "Maximizing Value: Chris Pearson, Top Investment Sales Broker at Marcus & Millichap- Dallas, Shares Insights on Small Apartment Deals Under 75 Units” 41:00

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The Million Dollar Playbook 48:36

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EPS 319 - Are Apartment Investors Finding "DEALS" in San Antonio & Houston? Top Colliers Sales Brokers Weigh In. 41:14

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You're The Problem - Shut Up or Fix It 38:38

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EPS 318 – Takeaways from NMHC's Annual Meeting in Las Vegas and Navigating 2025. 43:50

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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: “Michael, what do you expect in 2025 for apartment investors?” 30:02

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EPS 317 - Meet the Dynamic Duo Behind the Apartment Investment Revolution: Corey & Candice Muldrow 38:58

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Goal Setting is Bullsh*t! The Only 3 Things You Need 20:42

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7 Ways To Build Trust and Double Your Business 25:58

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How to Combat Appraisal Waivers and Make More Money As An Appraiser 40:55

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EPS 316 - DFW is one of the top 1-2 institutional markets in the nation. Why are THESE buyers flocking to North Texas? 42:18

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EPS 315 - "Real-Time Insights from a Manager of 35,000+ Apartment Units!" 49:37

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EPS 314 - "What to Do When Your Lender Delays Closing: Can You Still Recover?" 56:46

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EPS 313 - “Maximize Your Returns: Why Investing in a 12- Unit Apartment Building Can Boost Your Real Estate Portfolio!” 36:42

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Worthless Goals 30:21

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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: “What do you mean a GENERATIONAL BUYING OPPORTUNITY?” 19:06

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The 4 Hour Work Week 27:54

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EPS 312 - Meet the “SUPERHEROS” of COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE LENDING: RECA. 45:51

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EPS 311 - The ZERO to ONE Challenge. Buying your first large apartment building. Can YOU do this? 47:00