Real Estate
Talk to proven real estate experts 1:1 on how you can be successful in real estate.
Jon Swire
Instructor – UCLA, Real Estate Investor
Jon Swire is one of the nation’s leading real estate professionals and author of “There’s No Free Lunch in Real Estate”, which details simple tools and strategies to create life-changing wealth. Jon also teaches Real Estate Investment Analysis at UCLA Extension, as well as offering speakin...read more
$125 / 30 mins
Available on Friday
Robin Daniels
CMO - WeWork, Matterport, Growth and GTM Expert
Robin is a three-time CMO with more than 20 years of experience in marketing and growth leadership roles at companies like Salesforce, Box, LinkedIn, Matterport, and WeWork. He's done 3 IPOs, several acquisitions, and led companies through hyper-growth to become household names. Robin now ...read more
$425 / 30 mins
Available on Thursday
Wil Eyi
Co-founder & CEO – Toolbox,
Wil Eyi is the CEO and co-founder of Toolbox, a Y Combinator-backed startup building a vertical Fintech platform. The company has raised $18M in debt and equity. Prior to founding Toolbox, Wil worked in private equity at Walburg Pincus and as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs. Wil hold...read more
$125 / 30 mins
Available on Saturday
What Does a Real Estate Mentor Do?
In the unpredictable world of real estate, an experienced mentor’s support can be a valuable asset. Real estate mentors (also known as real estate advisors) use their own experience in the real estate industry to guide aspiring investors and founders as they learn how to start investing in real estate.
What Is Real Estate Investing?
Real estate investing traditionally involves purchasing, managing, and renting and/or selling property to generate income. Real estate can be an exceptionally lucrative market, with numerous passive income strategies that make it possible to build wealth over time.
However, real estate is also an industry that comes with a high degree of risk. It’s important to understand the challenges real estate investors typically face, such as fluctuating interest rates. Having a commercial real estate mentor by your side can help you approach investing with a sound plan to address potential setbacks.
Real Estate Startups vs. Proptech Startups
Real estate startups and proptech startups are often lumped into the same category, but there are some important differences between the two.
- Real estate startups, including real estate tech startups, typically focus on innovative business models that disrupt traditional practices, such as rent-to-buy solutions or fractional real estate investing.
- Proptech startups usually create technology solutions that improve efficiency for property owners — primarily in the short-term rental market.
How Can You Start Investing in Real Estate?
It’s not easy to learn how to invest in real estate. Here are a few tips to help you get started:
1. Choose the right real estate investing platform.
There are many different platforms and online marketplaces that connect investors with real estate opportunities. Select a platform that aligns with your investment goals and offers access to quality deals. Popular options include Groundfloor, EquityMultiple, and Fundrise.
2. Select your location wisely.
Another important consideration is where to invest in real estate. Real estate markets vary significantly across different locations; different states or even zip codes often have different property taxes or significant imbalances in growth potential. You should conduct thorough market research to determine which geographic areas best align with your investment strategy.
3. Invest in REITs.
There are many other ways to invest in real estate besides buying up residential properties. If you’re wondering how to invest in real estate with little money, REITs might be your best bet.
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) allow everyday investors with limited funds to pool their money and invest in a portfolio of income-generating properties. REITs are also great for inexperienced real estate investors because they allow you to invest in property without having to directly purchase or manage it yourself.
What Can a Real Estate Mentor Do for You?
A real estate mentor from Mentorcam can support you with their expertise throughout your entire real estate journey. Our real estate startup founders and investors can provide expert advice on a range of topics, including:
- Education and strategy: Real estate investing mentors can teach you the fundamentals of the industry, familiarizing you with key concepts and investment strategies.
- Deal analysis and due diligence: A mentor can also assist you in evaluating potential investment opportunities. They can help you assess market trends and property values as well as pinpoint potential investment risks.
- Forming partnerships: A real estate mentor can also help you identify industry professionals (like real estate agents or contractors) who can further support your investment ventures, and advise you as you nurture relationships with these crucial business partners.
Real estate mentors can aid you in many other areas as well, including showing you how to start a real estate investment company or how to get started in digital real estate investing.
How to Find a Real Estate Mentor
Mentorcam’s world-class real estate experts play a crucial part in guiding real estate founders and investors down the path to success. Whatever your interest in real estate might be, a knowledgeable mentor from Mentorcam is your ticket to the experienced-backed support and personalized insights you need to make successful investment decisions.