Global Investors: Investing in U.S. Real Estate

SS259: What is Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS)

What is RUBS in real estate, and how does the Ratio Utility Billing System actually work in multifamily properties? In this video, we break down RUBS utilities explained in simple terms and show how landlords split utilities when a property is not submetered. If you invest in rental property utilities, multifamily property management, or real estate operating expenses, understanding RUBS is essential.
RUBS is a utility billing method that allocates water and sewer costs across tenants using factors such as number of occupants, square footage, bedrooms, or bathrooms. We explain why many older multifamily properties use RUBS, how landlords calculate tenant charges, and why submetering vs RUBS has become a major decision point for owners.
You’ll also learn why RUBS is often viewed as a rent increase, the challenges of fair allocation, and how water rate changes impact flat-fee billing. This episode is a complete landlord guide to utility billing systems, including when to implement RUBS, when to consider submetering installation for apartments, and how to reduce utility costs in multifamily buildings.
If you're looking for the best way to bill tenants for water and sewer or want clarity on how landlords split utilities, this walkthrough will help you make a confident and informed decision.
Links Referenced in Episode:
SS257: SS257: Maximizing Multifamily Profits Beyond the Rent Check - https://youtu.be/oLOOKDMV5AQ
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

GI336: Mobile Home Park Investments with Jack Martin

If you’ve ever wondered why mobile home real estate outperforms traditional rentals, this conversation will change how you think about affordable housing. In today’s episode, Jack Martin, co-founder and CIO of 52TEN, breaks down the true economics behind mobile home parks, why tenant-owned homes create unmatched stability, and how institutional capital is reshaping this niche asset class.
Jack manages 1,800+ lots across five states, and his perspective is simple: mobile home parks aren’t “trailer parks”—they’re one of the most misunderstood, recession-resistant income streams in real estate.In this deep dive, he reveals the acquisition criteria, due diligence traps, market selection process, and value-add strategies that professional operators use to drive long-term, predictable cash flow.
Whether you’re a passive investor, operator, or exploring alternative real estate niches, this episode gives you the clarity and framework to evaluate mobile home park investments with confidence.
What You'll Learn
Why mobile home parks generate ultra-stable cash flow
How tenant-owned vs. park-owned homes affect risk
The real reasons parks are disappearing nationwide
Red flags in due diligence (infrastructure, utilities, regulations)
Why some seller relationships matter more than price
How to evaluate markets with strong demand for manufactured housing
The “tortoise, not hare” strategy behind long-term returns in MHPs
Learn More About Jack Here:
52TEN - https://52ten.com/
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

SS258: What is a Hard Money Loan?

If you’re flipping houses or trying to fund your next real estate project, hard money loans can give you access to fast capital without relying on your credit score, tax returns, or bank approval. In this video, we break down exactly how hard money loans work, why flippers use them, and the step-by-step process of getting approved.
You’ll learn how asset-based underwriting works, how private lenders evaluate deals, and what separates hard money from conventional loans. Whether you're a new investor or an experienced flipper, this guide explains the timeline, down payment requirements, risks, and when these loans make the most sense.
This episode explains everything you need to know before using hard money: funding speed, approval criteria, down payment expectations, points, risk factors, exit strategies, and how private lenders think about your deal. If you’ve ever searched for how real estate investors get fast funding without banks, this video breaks it all down clearly.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• What a hard money loan is and why it’s used• How asset-based underwriting works• Why credit scores matter less than the deal itself• Typical loan terms, rates, and points• How private lenders evaluate flippers• What makes approval faster than traditional banks• When hard money is the right tool and when it’s not• How exit strategies affect approval• Why deep discounts and accurate rehab budgets matter• How bridge loans function in commercial real estate
Links Referenced in Episode:
SS122: What is a Bridge Loan in Commercial Real Estate - https://youtu.be/hAzDjMXcU9A
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

GI335: Passive Income Real Estate Investing with Chad Ackerman

In this episode, Chad Ackerman breaks down how he went from a 25+ year W2 career to building financial freedom through passive real estate investing. After years of chasing single-family flips, rentals, and wholesale deals, he discovered the power of becoming a limited partner in commercial real estate—and everything changed.
Chad shares how he built multiple income streams, liquidated his 401(k), cofounded one of the nation’s fastest-growing passive investor communities (Left Field Investors), and now coaches professionals on how to invest confidently as LPs.You’ll learn why bonus depreciation, operator selection, and narrow diversification are the foundations of successful passive investing—and why most W2 professionals overlook this “third path.”
Whether you're new to passive real estate or ready to scale beyond single-family rentals, this episode gives you clear frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and a repeatable system for evaluating syndications and private real estate funds.
In This Video:
How Chad discovered passive investing after years of shiny-object chasing
Why active landlording burns out most W2 investors
The real difference between active vs passive real estate
Why bonus depreciation is a game-changer for passive investors
How to evaluate operators before wiring capital
The importance of narrow diversification across asset classes
How to become a passive real estate investor step-by-step
When (and when not) to consider liquidating a 401(k)
Why limited partner investing can outperform small rentals
How professionals can replace their W2 income with passive cash flow
Learn More About Chad Here:
Chad Ackerman Real Estate - https://chadackermanrealestate.com/
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

SS257: Maximizing Multifamily Profits Beyond the Rent Check

How do landlords make extra money beyond monthly rent? In this video, we break down 10 hidden revenue streams inside multifamily apartment buildings that most investors overlook. If you want to increase multifamily income, boost rental property cash flow, and maximize profits without raising rent, this breakdown will show you exactly where the real opportunities are.
Many multifamily owners rely only on rent checks, but the most profitable investors build multiple high-margin income streams that stack on top of their existing operations. From pet fees, storage units, garages, parking tiers, RUBS billing, bulk Wi-Fi, valet trash, laundry revenue, and value-add services, you’ll learn how to turn your property into a platform that generates predictable, recurring cash flow every month.
What you’ll learn in this video:• How to increase multifamily revenue using proven strategies• The best ancillary income ideas for multifamily properties• Ways landlords make extra money without pushing tenants away• How to add new revenue streams to apartment buildings• How to boost rental property cash flow using high-margin services• Why some owners earn $300–$500 more per unit per year• How smart operators improve NOI with low-cost upgrades
These strategies work for small landlords, multifamily investors, apartment operators, and anyone looking to improve performance and profitability. If you want to grow cash flow, improve NOI, and operate like a professional, this is for you.
Links Referenced in Episode:
SS216: The EASY Way to Attract Great TENANTS Without Spending a Fortune - https://youtu.be/WmKGYiDzdwI
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

GI334: From Emerging Markets to U.S. Real Estate Investing with Ian Colville

In this episode, Charles Carillo sits down with Ian Colville, Founder & Managing Partner of Carpathian Capital Management, to break down one of the most unique paths into U.S. real estate investing, starting in emerging markets, navigating international crises, and ultimately building a multi-million-dollar residential development platform in the United States.
Ian shares how a decade in Russia and the CIS shaped his crisis-investing mindset, why housing became one of the most undervalued hard assets after 2008, and how his firm evolved from buying single-family homes to private lending and large-scale land development across the country.
If you want to understand how professionals evaluate markets, manage risk, and find opportunities in today’s housing shortage, this episode is a must-watch.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How emerging market experience helped Ian identify U.S. housing opportunities
Why crisis environments often create the highest-return investments
The shift from distressed single-family homes to development finance
How land scarcity became the biggest bottleneck in new construction
The importance of “months of supply” in choosing real estate markets
How foreign investors view U.S. real estate today
Key mistakes real estate investors make and how to avoid them
Learn More About Ian Here:
Carpathian Capital Management - https://carpathiancapital.com/
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

SS256: How to Spot and Minimize Tenant Fraud

Tenant fraud is no longer rare—it’s guaranteed if you manage rental properties long enough. In this episode, Charles Carillo breaks down the exact tricks fraudulent tenants use, why rental application fraud has exploded since COVID, and the proven steps landlords can take to stop it before handing over the keys.
You’ll learn how to identify fake documents, false employer claims, fabricated income, stolen identities, and the red flags that most landlords never catch. This episode also uncovers the “second wave” of fraud that starts after move-in, including illegal subletting, hidden roommates, and professional tenants who exploit eviction laws.
If you want to protect your properties, avoid costly evictions, and dramatically improve your tenant screening process, this is the guide you’ve been waiting for.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How rental application fraud works and why it’s rising
The most common fake documents used by tenants
How to verify income without relying on tenant-provided information
Identity theft warning signs and how to confirm a real ID
Why urgency, inconsistency, and avoidance are major fraud red flags
Post–move-in fraud: illegal subletting, hidden occupants, and professional tenants
A complete system to prevent tenant fraud before it costs you thousands
Links Referenced in Episode:
SS203: Insider Tips for Effective Tenant Screening - https://youtu.be/9F6KehpXq20
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

GI333: ‘Get Rich Slow’ Real Estate Investing with Anne Curry

In this episode, Anne Curry shares how she went from earning $5/hour as a preschool teacher to owning 300+ real estate units, using a simple formula: ordinary income + extraordinary conviction + time.Her journey reveals what’s truly possible with mentorship, affordable housing strategy, and the BRRRR method, even in today’s market.
You’ll learn how Anne scaled from single-family homes to multifamily, how she took down a 60-unit value-add building with zero experience, and why affordable housing and Section 8 rentals can outperform traditional rentals when managed correctly.
Whether you're new to real estate or ready to scale, this episode gives you actionable insights, mistake-proof strategies, and a clear path to long-term wealth.
In This Episode - 
How Anne bought her first $60K fixer-upper and doubled its value
How to start in real estate with no money or experience
Why mentors accelerate your real estate journey
The truth about Section 8 housing and affordable housing investing
How she scaled from single-family to large multifamily using the BRRRR method
The story behind her 60-unit “BRRRR on steroids”
Why she teaches “get rich slow”
Strategies for long-term, generational wealth
Learn More About Anne Here:
Anne Curry Homes - https://www.annecurryhomes.com/
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

SS255: How to Avoid Bad Tenants

Bad tenants can destroy your profit, your property, and your peace of mind. In this episode, Charles Carillo reveals exactly how to avoid bad tenants before they ever move in, using proven tenant screening systems that have kept his multifamily business profitable and stress-free since 2006.
You’ll learn the step-by-step tenant screening process used by top landlords: from background checks and income verification to lease design, move-in inspections, and early enforcement strategies. Whether you manage one unit or an entire multifamily portfolio, these insights will help you protect your rentals, reduce turnover, and maximize cash flow.
Key Takeaways:• Strong tenant screening prevents 90% of landlord problems• Set clear expectations before move-in through walkthroughs and documentation• Enforce lease policies immediately and consistently• Keep all communication in writing to stay professional and protected• Treat landlording like a business — use systems, not guesswork
Links Referenced in Episode:
SS189: Tenant Screening Questions - https://youtu.be/x_ZbhapSPYU
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/
 

GI332: How to Invest in Value-Add Multifamily Apartments with Casey Stratton

Thinking about building passive income through multifamily investing but not sure where to start? In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, host Charles Carillo sits down with Casey Stratton, a General Partner on more than $200 million worth of real estate assets, to break down exactly how to invest in value-add multifamily apartments the right way.
Casey shares his full journey from being laid off during the Great Recession to building a thriving multifamily portfolio and the strategy behind finding, financing, and managing value-add deals. You’ll learn how to avoid common syndication mistakes, analyze risk vs. return in development, and spot markets with long-term potential.
Key Takeaways:
How to evaluate value-add multifamily deals step-by-step.
What experienced real estate syndicators look for before investing.
How to invest passively in multifamily as a busy professional.
Why secondary markets like Eastern Washington can outperform.
The truth about development risk vs. return and how to mitigate it.
Whether you’re an active investor or just getting started, this episode gives you a complete look at how to invest in multifamily syndications with confidence and how partnerships, market selection, and disciplined underwriting can accelerate your path to financial freedom.
 
Learn More About Casey Here:
Tamarack - https://tamarackrei.com/
Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners:
◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com
◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/ ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/