180: Navigating Real Estate in 2024: Strategies and Insights with Big Mike

PassivePockets: The Passive Real Estate Investing Show

Join us on the Passive Investing from Left Field podcast as we dive deep into the world of real estate investing with our special guest, Mike Zlotnik, also known as Big Mike. In this episode, we explore the current distressed real estate market, strategies for passive investors, and how to navigate the challenges of today's high-interest environment. Don't miss Big Mike's valuable insights and advice for making smart investment decisions in 2024!

About Mike Zlotnik

Mike, the current CEO of TF Management Group LLC, has been a real estate fund manager since 2009. A retired software executive, he began investing in real estate in 2000 and now manages various real estate funds, including multiple growth and income-focused funds. Known as "Big Mike" in real estate circles due to his stature, he is more renowned for his personal integrity and keen understanding of the financial aspects of successful real estate investing. A former political refugee from the USSR, Mike is now an American citizen and a patriot, residing in Brooklyn, NY, with his wife and four children. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Binghamton University and is an active member of several real estate and investor mastermind groups such as Collective Genius, Freedom Founders, Venture Alliance, and CA Investors (Private). Mike is also the author of "How to Choose a Smart Real Estate Investment Fund," available on Amazon, and hosts the "Big Mike Fund" podcast, accessible at BigMikeFund.com or on iTunes.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

02:05 His background

05:59 What he uses from the past to invest today

10:10 When to invest?

16:47 His investment cycle process

23:04 Conversion asset class

26:38 Advice to LP investors

34:54 Podcast Recommendation
36:00 Contact Mike

This show is for entertainment purposes only. Nothing said on the show should be considered financial advice. Before making any decisions, consult a professional. This show is copyrighted by Passive Investing from Left Field and Left Field Investors. Written permissions must be granted before syndication or rebroadcasting.

Podcast Recommendations:
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Contact the guest:
Social Media
Join his fund: https://bigmikefund.com/
LinkedIn /mzlotnik
YouTube @tfmanagementgroupllc123
Facebook zlotnikm

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