{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 307. Why Most People Should Probably Be LPS","description":"Most people look at multifamily real estate and see the benefits: Cash flow. Equity growth. Tax advantages. Financial freedom. What they don't see is everything happening behind the scenes. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on what it's really like to be a general partner operating apartment buildings. I'm currently navigating multiple refinances, property sales, partner negotiations, CapEx issues, lender requirements, insurance concerns, taxes, and acquisition opportunities\u2014all while working multiple jobs and trying to be present for my family. This isn't meant to scare anyone away from real estate investing. It's meant to help you understand the difference between being an active operator and being a passive investor. We discuss: \u2022 The reality of being a GP \u2022 Why many investors may be better suited as LPs \u2022 Managing partner relationships and investor expectations \u2022 Refinancing challenges in today's market \u2022 CapEx surprises and operational headaches \u2022 The emotional and mental demands of ownership \u2022 How to decide which role is right for you If you've ever wondered what apartment ownership actually looks like behind the social media posts and success stories, this episode is for you. Connect with me: https:\/\/Stan.store\/Buybuildings Remember: It only takes a Small Axe to build a lasting empire. \ud83e\ude93\ud83c\udfe2 ","author_name":"Small Axe Podcast: Multifamily Real Estate | Buy Buildings, Build Empires","author_url":"http:\/\/smallaxe.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41710465\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/203144240"}