{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 309: What My "Summer Vacation" Actually Looks Like","description":"In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what my "summer vacation" actually looks like. Most people assume life slows down when school ends. For me, it's the exact opposite. I share what it's like balancing teaching, waiting tables, surf instruction, family life, and running a growing multifamily real estate portfolio. We dive into the challenges of a struggling fix-and-flip, two complex refinances, a potential apartment sale, and the constant problem-solving that comes with investing at this level. Along the way, I also share a story from a recent camping trip with my daughter that reminded me how important it is to stay calm when things don't go according to plan. If you've ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of building a real estate business\u2014or if you're in the middle of your own season of challenges\u2014this episode is for you. Topics include: \u2022 Why my "summer break" is anything but a vacation \u2022 The reality of managing multiple real estate projects at once \u2022 Lessons from a fix-and-flip that isn't going as planned \u2022 The challenges of refinancing commercial properties in today's lending environment \u2022 Deciding whether to sell or hold apartment buildings \u2022 Staying focused when business and personal life collide \u2022 Why problem-solving may be the most valuable skill an entrepreneur can develop ","author_name":"Small Axe Podcast: Multifamily Real Estate | Buy Buildings, Build Empires","author_url":"http:\/\/smallaxe.libsyn.com\/website","html":"