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In this solo episode of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, I break down the exact 3-step blueprint to get started in apartment investing, even if you're brand new and still working a full-time job.

You'll learn why the first step isn’t about tactics, it’s about mindset. I'll walk you through Robert Kiyosaki’s Cashflow Quadrant and how shifting your position from employee to investor is the real first move to building lasting wealth. Then, he explains the mechanisms you need to master to find and fund your first deal and why having the right mentor can shortcut your learning curve by years.

Whether you want to be an active deal sponsor or a hands-off passive investor, this episode lays out your path clearly and practically.

What You’ll Learn:

• The mindset shift that sets wealthy investors apart
• What “mastering the mechanisms” of apartment deals really means
• Why the right mentor can save you from costly mistakes
• Passive vs. Active Investing: which path is right for you?
• How Stephen replaced his income and scaled to 4,000+ units

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:00] – Introduction: Your Path to Apartment Investing
[00:01:02] – Step 1: The Mindset Shift Using the Cashflow Quadrant
[00:04:41] – Step 2: Master the Mechanisms (Deal Flow, Underwriting, Raising Capital)
[00:08:17] – Step 3: Why Mentorship Matters & Avoiding Common Mistakes
[00:11:40] – Choosing Between Passive Investor or Deal Sponsor
[00:12:45] – Final Thoughts & Call to Action

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• Website: https://www.stephenleethomas.com/
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In Episode 22 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we talk multifamily real estate with Janice Greenley, founder of Greenroot Capital, who has scaled her portfolio to 152 units in assets under management. Janice shares her journey from being a headhunter to becoming a full-time real estate investor. Discover why she transitioned from single-family rentals and energy consulting to multifamily and storage syndications and how she used education and grit to go all-in.

Janice dives into the importance of scalability, partnering smart, and helping professionals escape the stock market roller coaster. This episode is full of clarity for busy professionals exploring alternative investments.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Janice transitioned from corporate life to multifamily investing
• Why control, cash flow, and tax benefits make syndications powerful
• What passive investors should know before diving into deals

Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] – Intro: Janice Greenley joins the show
• [00:01:32] – From energy consulting to multifamily real estate
• [00:05:55] – Why she rejected wholesaling and flipping
• [00:09:10] – Multifamily investing explained simply
• [00:15:28] – Comparing returns: stock market vs. apartment syndications
• [00:21:10] – Tax advantages for passive investors
• [00:24:15] – Misconceptions about investing in apartments
• [00:28:01] – Janice breaks down her 152-unit Texas deal
• [00:31:10] – Final advice: how to get started

Ways to Connect with Janice Greenley:

• Website: https://www.greenrootcapital.com
• Email: janice@greenrootcapital.com
• LinkedIn: Janice Greenley
• YouTube: Search "Greenroot Capital"

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In Episode 21 of the Stephen Lee-Thomas Show, we talk multifamily real estate and private lending with Ruben Izgelov, who has scaled his portfolio to over $500 million in assets under management. Ruben shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings as an immigrant in Queens, NY, to co-founding two powerhouse firms: We Lend, a tech-driven private lending company, and States Capital, a $300 million private debt fund.

Ruben takes us through his transformation from real estate flipper to institutional-grade lender. Discover why he made the leap into private lending, how he built a fund with zero losses on $700M deployed, and why private credit is one of the most scalable, time-efficient paths for investors seeking strong returns with minimal volatility.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why Ruben transitioned from flipping homes to becoming a lender
• The advantages of private lending over active real estate ownership
• How to qualify for fast funding through We Lend
• The surprising long-term benefits of holding real estate during inflation

Episode Highlights:

[00:00:00] – Introduction: Ruben’s journey from immigrant to investor
[00:04:15] – The early days: door-knocking deals in Queens
[00:12:22] – Flipping vs. lending: how Ruben found his wealth-building lane
[00:18:45] – How We Lend funds deals and supports small operators
[00:27:33] – Investment opportunities in the States Capital debt fund

Ways to Connect with Ruben Izgelov:

• Website: https://www.welendlc.com
• Email: ruben@wlndllc.com
• Phone: 917-815-1222
• Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/ruben_izgel/
• Instagram (Company): https://www.instagram.com/welendllc/
• TikTok: @WeLendLLC
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubenizgelov/

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• Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/multifamilymasteryhub/about
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