In this practical episode, Dustin and Adam explore the dichotomy of knowing when to pivot or stay the course with your investments, along with the critical importance of having multiple exit strategies in any investment – and when staying the course might be the better option.

Through personal experiences in both tech stocks and real estate, they demonstrate how proper exit planning can protect capital even when market conditions change dramatically. Whether you're investing in real estate or stocks, learn why entering any investment without an exit strategy can leave you vulnerable to market shifts.

Get actionable insights for passive investors on building robust investment plans that can adapt to changing conditions while preserving capital.

Episode Release Notes & Resources:

• Passive Perspectives: Where Are The Exits? https://bigspringcap.com/passiveperspectives/multiple-exit-strategies
• Passive Perspectives: Real Estate Exit Advice From The Apprentice's George Ross https://bigspringcap.com/passiveperspectives/real-estate-exit-strategies-passive-investors

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• Bidwell Capital
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This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.

Join Dustin and Adam as they sit down with Aram Sarkissian, a former electrical engineer turned real estate developer, who shares invaluable insights on navigating the alternative investment environment.

Aram reveals how his engineering background and business acumen helped him identify and capitalize on real estate opportunities, from Louisiana townhomes to modular construction in Austin, TX.

He discusses why every pro forma is inherently imperfect and why macro trends matter more than complex spreadsheets, and shares practical strategies for evaluating investment opportunities, the importance of strategic pivoting in changing markets, and why true freedom in investing comes from understanding both the numbers and the operational realities.

This episode offers crucial insights for passive investors on due diligence, market timing, and building sustainable wealth through real estate development.

Connect with Aram:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aram-sarkissian
• Schedule a call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/JVK2vwPO6WfyI7JMtyAa
• Le Creme Partners: https://www.lecremepartners.com

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This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.

In this practical walkthrough, Dustin and Adam pull back the curtain on their recent analysis and offer on a $20 million apartment deal in Las Vegas.

Passive investors will learn how experienced operators evaluate multifamily opportunities, from initial spreadsheet analysis to final offer strategy. Dustin and Adam dive deep into their actual underwriting process, sharing insights on how they assess value-add potential, calculate returns, and make strategic decisions about purchase price.

Whether you're evaluating sponsors (and their processes) or looking to understand what drives real estate investment returns, this episode provides passive investors with valuable insights into the metrics that matter and the assumptions that can make or break a deal. See why sophisticated spreadsheets aren't always better and learn how to identify red flags in deal presentations.

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• Bidwell Capital
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This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.

In this thought-provoking episode, Dustin and Adam explore the fundamental relationship between freedom and wealth building.

They discuss how regulatory constraints can limit investment opportunities and wealth creation, using real-world examples from the cannabis and crypto industries. They also share insights on how wealth can be used to create optionality in all aspects of life, including healthcare, geographic mobility, and asset protection.

Learn why having multiple options - from second passports to alternative investment structures - isn't just about protecting wealth, but about creating the freedom to maximize opportunities.

This episode offers a valuable perspective on why the path to sustainable wealth starts with understanding, protecting, and exercising your fundamental freedoms.

Episode Release Notes & Resources:

• Book: An Agorist Primer by Samuel Edward Konkin III: https://a.co/d/dX8w9RM

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• Big Spring Capital
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• Bidwell Capital
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This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.

Dustin and Adam analyze a comprehensive market forecast from a $3 billion multifamily investment group, breaking down ten key predictions for 2025 and sharing their own takes along the way.

The predictions cover crucial trends affecting passive real estate investors, including a return to positive rent growth in many markets, the evolving landscape of real estate financing, and the impact of construction costs and insurance premiums on investment returns.

The discussion also includes insights on market-specific opportunities, debt fund strategies, and the growing affordability gap that continues to drive rental demand.

Whether you're currently invested as an LP or considering your first investment, this episode offers a valuable perspective on market dynamics that will shape real estate investment returns in 2025 and beyond.

Episode Release Notes & Resources:

• Origin’s Top 10 2025 Predictions for Multifamily Real Estate: https://origininvestments.com/origins-top-10-2025-predictions-for-multifamily-real-estate
• CBRE Research on Rent Growth (via Jay Parsons on X): https://x.com/jayparsons/status/1868753590351003905

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This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.

In this tactical episode, Dustin and Adam dive deep into multifamily market selection strategies that all passive investors should know.

Drawing from their experience investing across multiple states, they analyze why certain markets present better opportunities for yield and steady returns. The discussion includes the unique advantages of Las Vegas's limited new construction pipeline, Reno's continued jobs growth, and the sustained population growth in select Southeast markets.

Learn the practical criteria Dustin and Adam use for evaluating markets, understanding the impact of institutional capital on deals and investor returns, and identifying opportunities in secondary markets that typically fly under the radar of larger investors.

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This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.

Join us for a profound conversation with former Airbnb executive Saket Jain as he shares his journey from the constraints of corporate life to discovering true freedom through alternative investments.

Saket shares how a 2017 layoff served as a wake-up call that transformed his definition of security and independence, leading him to methodically build personal freedom through investing in various asset classes, including real estate and venture capital.

Discover how he balances analytical thinking with practical execution, how he avoids common investment pitfalls, and his approach to build lasting wealth while prioritizing personal freedom. Saket offers unique insights for tech professionals seeking their own path to independence.

Connect with Saket:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaketjain

Episode Release Notes & Resources:

• "I Will Teach You To Be Rich" by Ramit Sethi: https://a.co/d/bWLtfQe
• Wealth Independence Podcast release v0.3 - Cash Flow vs. Equity: https://wealthindependencepod.com/v03-cash-flow-vs-equity

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This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.

In release v1.0, Dustin and Adam break down their market outlook for 2025 and share proven goal-setting frameworks that passive real estate investors can implement immediately.

Learn why stability in lending markets may create more attractive buying opportunities this year, especially in multifamily properties. The hosts discuss why 2025-2026 could present a prime window for acquisitions before the projected housing supply crunch hits.

Beyond market insights, discover practical goal-setting systems, frameworks, and techniques that successful investors use.

Whether you're building a real estate portfolio or diversifying into passive investments, this episode provides actionable strategies for aligning your 2025 goals with long-term wealth creation.

Episode Release Notes & Resources:

• The Create Your Future Goals Retreat: https://goalsretreat.com
• Rebel Capitalist Live: https://rebelcapitalistlive.com
• 2025 Investor Summit at Sea: https://investorsummitatsea.com
• 2025 Limitless Expo: https://limitlessexpo.com
• Phoenix Journal: https://www.thephoenixplanner.com/products/the-phoenix-journal

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• Big Spring Capital
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• Twitter/X (@TheDustinBailey)

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• Bidwell Capital
• LinkedIn (/in/AdamJPenn)

This show is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, legal, or tax advice, and does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities. All investments carry risk, and investors should always conduct thorough due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before investing.