Surgeon Syndicate

EP 171: From Boots to Buildings: Navigating Real Estate with Passion and Purpose - Part 1

Joe Evangelisti joins today's episode to share his incredible journey from the US Navy Seabees to becoming a real estate investor and a mentor powerhouse. He reveals the secrets to overcoming obstacles and managing risk in real estate, emphasizing the crucial role of passion, drive, and partnerships. The conversation also covered Joe's transition from single-family real estate to self-storage, the role of a coach in helping individuals overcome their limitations, and the potential value of their business.
 
What you’ll learn from this episode
How Joe's military background, his role in constructing the Central Command Center during the invasion of Baghdad, and the leadership skills he developed later influenced his real estate career.
Strategies for navigating market downturns include shifting from flipping houses to stabilizing them with long-term tenants after the 2008 financial crisis.
Learn about the significance of volume in single-family real estate and how practical experience fosters problem-solving and confidence.
Lessons from early failures, overcoming obstacles, and managing risks in one’s career.
Examine the role of partnerships and networking in Joe's success, including the shift from seeking private money to focusing on building relationships and asking for advice. Learn about his experiences with private equity and the opportunities he found in pre-foreclosure and short-sale markets.
 
About Joe
Joe is a dynamic force in the world of real estate investing and high-performance coaching. As the host of The Legacy Blueprint Podcast, Joe brings over 5,000 hours of coaching experience, dedicated to helping real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and business professionals unlock their true potential. His mission? To empower others to achieve unparalleled success, wealth, and freedom by providing the tools and strategies needed to create unstoppable momentum and break through obstacles.
Joe's impact is profound—he has guided hundreds of business owners to build stronger teams and achieve 7, 8, and even 9-figure successes. As the CEO of three thriving companies and a seasoned real estate investor with a diverse portfolio, Joe’s journey began in the US Navy Seabees, where he earned Letters of Appreciation from President Clinton and numerous service medals.
Today, he shapes the future of real estate investing through his Legacy Builder Real Estate Academy, mentoring the next generation of investors. Living in Haddonfield, NJ, with his wife Ashley and their two daughters, Joe continues to inspire and lead by example, serving as a true catalyst for transformation.
 
Connect with Joe
Legacy Builder Coach
The Legacy Blueprint Podcast
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
TikTok
Email
 
What to anticipate soon, stay tuned!
Mike will soon commence hosting webinars to offer an interactive learning experience!
Facebook Live: "Ask Me Anything"  an interactive 30-minute question and answer session on a weekend morning coffee
The Fortress Capital Investors Club Launch
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at welcome@thefortresscapital.com | TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus
 

EP 170: How Construction Costs, Labor Challenges, and AI Innovations Are Shaping Real Estate

Join our host Dr. Mike McManus as he dives into the complexities of today's construction landscape, from stabilized but high costs and ongoing supply chain issues to labor shortages and the transformative role of generative AI. He examines the impact of federal policies on financing, the rise in construction costs across major cities, and the shift in industrial investing trends. Mike also highlights the growing importance of asking tough questions in real estate deals to navigate these challenges effectively. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on how these factors reshape the future of construction and real estate.
 
What you’ll learn from this episode
Impact of stabilized construction costs
Understand the challenges posed by labor shortages in the construction industry, including the impact of an aging workforce and decreased interest from younger generations.
Influence of Federal Legislation
Gain insights into how generative AI is being integrated into the construction industry to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Explore the shift from multifamily to industrial real estate investments, the rise of new investors through crowdfunding, and the strategic considerations for evaluating industrial versus multifamily projects.
What to anticipate soon, stay tuned!
Mike will soon commence hosting webinars to offer an interactive learning experience!
Facebook Live: "Ask Me Anything"  an interactive 30-minute question and answer session on a weekend morning coffee
The Fortress Capital Investors Club Launch
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at welcome@thefortresscapital.com | TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus

EP 169: Exploring and Unveiling the Diverse Industrial Real Estate Scene and Beyond - Part 2

In this second episode with our guest Tre Bourdeaux, they discussed the robust state of the industrial market, highlighting the emergence of new opportunities and advising on entering the market with smaller, manageable projects. They also addressed the impact of interest rates, challenges faced by the development sectors, and investment potential in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. Tre emphasized the importance of understanding company operations and provided his contact information for further communication.
What you’ll learn from this episode
Utah's robust market despite distressed projects.
Entering the market advice: Starting with smaller projects; understanding market dynamics and how to avoid properties with leasing challenges.
Continued relevance of older buildings, retrofitting by office users, decreasing building costs, and increased land inquiries.
Anticipating rate increase impact and importance of close monitoring.
Investment potential and market diversification on challenges in local markets, fruitful opportunities in adjacent counties, and diversification into mixed-use developments.
 
About Tre Bourdeaux
Tre currently serves as a Vice President specializing in Industrial & Logistics on the Peterson Industrial Team in the Salt Lake City office of Legend Partners. Tre’s area of focus is in 5,000 to 500,000-square-foot industrial real estate, specifically in Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, and Utah Counties representing all real estate needs for landlords, tenants, buyers, and sellers. Tre also focuses on sale and lease in build-to-suit developments involving manufacturing plants, distribution warehouses, R&D facilities, and other light industrial property types. Tre started his career in Commercial Real Estate in 2018 after finishing his Economics degree from the University of Utah.
Tre has successfully closed over $150 Million in transactions over his 6-year career. His success is in the early stages of his career and has earned him high respect throughout the entire brokerage community. He is highly equipped with knowledge in real estate research, sales, and marketing. Possessing exceptional interpersonal skills and analyzed strategic planning that has allowed him to have great success in the first six years of his career.
Tre has a drive to take care of his clients and cater to the various needs that are becoming harder and harder to find in Utah’s real estate market. He brings a great amount of diversity as well as a vast number of connections that include many decision-making individuals in the state of Utah. His outreach, knowledge, and success at such a young age in this industry have proven he will continue to be a known figure in the brokerage community for years to come.
 
Connect with Tre
LinkedIn
Legend Partners
Instagram
Facebook
Email
 
What to anticipate soon, stay tuned!
Mike will soon commence hosting webinars to offer an interactive learning experience!
Facebook Live: "Ask Me Anything"  an interactive 30-minute question and answer session on a weekend morning coffee
The Fortress Capital Investors Club Launch
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at welcome@thefortresscapital.com | TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus
 

EP 168: Exploring and Unveiling the Diverse Industrial Real Estate Scene and Beyond - Part 1

Join us for an exciting episode with Dr. Mike McManus and Tre Bordeaux as they delve into an insightful discussion about the distinctions between commercial and residential real estate, particularly emphasizing the industrial sector. Their dialogue extended to exploring the present market conditions, encompassing the effects of interest rates, the prospects related to the inland port, and the investment potential in Salt Lake City and its environs. 
They addressed the obstacles the multifamily and industrial development sectors encountered amidst the prevailing economic conditions, emphasizing the significance of comprehending company operations and being proactive about industry solutions.
What you’ll learn from this episode
 Industrial and logistics real estate with a focus on properties ranging from 5,000 to 500,000 square feet in Salt Lake City and its surrounding counties.
Entry into Commercial Real Estate demonstrating a proactive approach and drive for success.
Real Estate Insights with an emphasis on the differences between commercial and residential real estate highlighting their complexities, particularly in the industrial sector which is more logistics-based and numbers-driven.
Market Analysis and insights into the fluctuating market conditions in commercial real estate, particularly in the industrial sector, discussing factors such as supply chain disruptions, logistics decisions, and business expansions.
Future trends related to land supply, the flex space market, and the overall state of the industrial market, shedding light on areas of growth and providing advice for those considering entry into the industrial market.
 
About Tre Bourdeaux
Tre currently serves as a Vice President specializing in Industrial & Logistics on the Peterson Industrial Team in the Salt Lake City office of Legend Partners. Tre’s area of focus is in 5,000 to 500,000-square-foot industrial real estate, specifically in Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, and Utah Counties representing all real estate needs for landlords, tenants, buyers, and sellers. Tre also focuses on sale and lease in build-to-suit developments involving manufacturing plants, distribution warehouses, R&D facilities, and other light industrial property types. Tre started his career in Commercial Real Estate in 2018 after finishing his Economics degree from the University of Utah.
Tre has successfully closed over $150 Million in transactions over his 6-year career. His success is in the early stages of his career and has earned him high respect throughout the entire brokerage community. He is highly equipped with knowledge in real estate research, sales, and marketing. Possessing exceptional interpersonal skills and analyzed strategic planning that has allowed him to have great success in the first six years of his career.
Tre has a drive to take care of his clients and cater to the various needs that are becoming harder and harder to find in Utah’s real estate market. He brings a great amount of diversity as well as a vast number of connections that include many decision-making individuals in the state of Utah. His outreach, knowledge, and success at such a young age in this industry have proven he will continue to be a known figure in the brokerage community for years to come.
 
Connect with Tre
LinkedIn
Legend Partners
Instagram
Facebook
Email
 
What to anticipate soon, stay tuned!
Mike will soon commence hosting webinars to offer an interactive learning experience!
Facebook Live: "Ask Me Anything"  an interactive 30-minute question and answer session on a weekend morning coffee
The Fortress Capital Investors Club Launch
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at welcome@thefortresscapital.com | TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus
 

EP 167: Unstoppable Growth and Continuing Momentum in Real Estate and Life

In a compelling and candid discussion, Mike delved into the pivotal significance of conquering challenges in the realms of real estate investing and personal life. He provided remarkable insights into his company's remarkable progress in strategizing and launching new projects and a fund. 
He openly shared the deeply personal experience of confronting a retinal detachment and undergoing surgery, emphasizing his resolute commitment to forge ahead despite any initial reservations. 
Concluding on an exciting note, he enthusiastically detailed his visionary plans for an upcoming free webinar series, the inception of a transformative 12-week high-performance coaching program, and his enthusiastic pursuit to identify an enthusiastic volunteer to lead the program.
 
What you’ll learn from this episode
The significance of overcoming mental barriers for success.
Managing risks and benefits in real estate investing to stay in the game and ultimately reap the benefits.
Importance of recuperating and learning while continuing to make progress amidst challenges and personal health issues.
The impact of seeking medical attention promptly, as illustrated by Mike's personal experience with discovering a retinal detachment and undergoing surgery.
The development and launch of a 12-week high-performance coaching program aimed at helping physicians overcome emotional and mental blocks, and the commitment to find a suitable participant to undergo this transformative experience.
What to anticipate soon, stay tuned!
Mike will soon commence hosting webinars to offer an interactive learning experience!
Facebook Live: "Ask Me Anything"  an interactive 30-minute question and answer session on a weekend morning coffee
The Fortress Capital Investors Club Launch
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at welcome@thefortresscapital.com | TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus

EP 166: Transformative Journey of Overcoming Burnout and Enhancing Performance Through Coaching

This episode takes the audience through Mike's remarkable journey of triumphing over burnout and elevating his performance with the guidance of a well-matched coach. He articulately captures the profound impact of mentors and coaches on his trajectory within the real estate realm and personal development.
Delving deeper, Mike outlines his strategic intention to re-engage with a select group of highly accomplished executive coaches. Elaborating on the nuanced challenges individuals confront when venturing into alternative asset investments, notably commercial real estate, and introducing an innovative approach through webinars to facilitate interactive education and address pertinent questions.
 
What you’ll learn from this episode
The Significance of Selecting the Right Coach
Conquering Resistance to Change
Influence of Mentorship and Coaching
Reconnecting with High-level Executive Coaches
Addressing Challenges in Alternative Asset Investments
What to anticipate soon, stay tuned!
Mike will soon commence hosting webinars to offer an interactive learning experience!
Facebook Live: "Ask Me Anything"  an interactive 30-minute question and answer session on a weekend morning coffee
The Fortress Capital Investors Club Launch
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at welcome@thefortresscapital.com | TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus

EP 165 - Transform Real Estate with Insider Tips and Strategies – Part 2

In this part 2 episode with Dr. Lee Newton, he highlighted his interest in value engineering and its application in creating cost-effective home designs, with a particular focus on enhancing foundation systems and optimizing resource usage. He also expressed his intentions to expand his small-scale developments to address affordable housing needs. The conversation also touched upon the cost-effectiveness of this approach compared to traditional foundation digging, with a teaser for more comprehensive cost comparisons in the future.
Explore the concept of efficient home design, drawing from Dr. Newton's interest in home efficiency and his reference to the book "The Not So Big House" by Sarah Susanka. This led to an exchange related to the potential of downsizing and real estate investments, with Dr. Newton outlining plans to scale his home design concept and collaborate on building multiple homes simultaneously.
Valuable resources are provided, including Dr. Newton's Ebook, "A New Housing Paradigm," and a Top 10 list of real estate mistakes frequently observed among doctors.
What you’ll learn from this episode
Value Engineering for Affordable Home Designs
Benefits of Helical Piles and Concrete Piers
Considerations for Building a New Structure
Efficient Home Design Concepts
Real Estate Investment and Downsizing
 
Resources mentioned in this episode 
Top 10 Mistakes that Doctors Tend to Make with Real Estate
Ebook: A New Housing Paradigm
About Dr. Lee Newton
Dr. Lee Newton has been a practicing optometrist for 24 years and also enjoys real estate development and construction immensely.  He has helped other healthcare professionals, financial professionals, and tradespeople design and construct their office suites and buildings affordably.  Lee has a special interest in affordable housing; his thesis is that we have allowed housing costs to spiral way out of control.
 
Connect with Lee
LinkedIn: Dr. Lee Newton
Email: leenewton@newtoneyecarecenter.com
Website: Dr. Lee Newton
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at welcome@thefortresscapital.com | TheFortressCapital.com
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus

EP 164: Transform Real Estate with Insider Tips and Strategies - Part 1

In this episode, Dr. Lee Newton and our host Dr. Michael McManus have covered a broad array of critical topics in real estate development during their engaging discussion. They have delved into key aspects such as affordable housing, building efficiency, and the financial considerations of investing in office properties.
Additionally, they have explored strategies to enhance building efficiency, emphasized the advantages of utilizing helical piles and concrete piers for foundation systems, and underscored the importance of efficient home design. 
What you’ll learn from this episode
Dr. Lee Newton's Real Estate Development Journey
Various ways real estate can generate returns and the financial concerns associated with investing in office properties compared to houses.
Real Estate returns, its financial concerns, and banking relationships
The strategies for improving building efficiency and reducing energy costs
The complexities of energy-efficient building design and construction
 
Resources mentioned in this episode 
Top 10 Mistakes that Doctors Tend to Make with Real Estate
Ebook: A New Housing Paradigm
About Dr. Lee Newton
Dr. Lee Newton has been a practicing optometrist for 24 years and also enjoys real estate development and construction immensely.  He has helped other healthcare professionals, financial professionals, and tradespeople design and construct their office suites and buildings affordably.  Lee has a special interest in affordable housing; his thesis is that we have allowed housing costs to spiral way out of control.
 
Connect with Lee
LinkedIn: Dr. Lee Newton
Email: leenewton@newtoneyecarecenter.com
Website: Dr. Lee Newton
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus

EP 163: Crossing Borders by Navigating Healthcare and Economic Trends

An insightful episode where Mike introduced the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which aims to simplify the process for doctors to obtain medical licenses across state lines. He also shared some interesting insights on the recent revisions to the unemployment numbers by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and how they could potentially impact the Federal Reserve's view on the economy.
Lastly, he shed light on the impact of housing costs, especially rent, on inflation and offered advice against basing real estate deals on expected rate changes.
 
What you’ll learn from this episode
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLCC) and its role in simplifying the process for doctors to obtain medical licenses across state lines, reducing the need for multiple applications.
The potential impact of revised unemployment numbers on the Federal Reserve's view on the economy, leading to discussions on potential rate cuts.
The influence of technology on the retail sector and its impact on foot traffic, particularly with the rise of mission-driven shopping and increased competition from dollar stores.
The return to office and its influence on the real estate market.
Lower midweek occupancy rates and the resulting pressure in the office market.
 
Connect with us
If you’re a busy professional who wants to know more about growing your wealth through real estate, contact us at TheFortressCapital.com  
Website: Surgeon Syndicate
LinkedIn: Michael McManus
Instagram: @michaelmcmanusp
Facebook: Michael McManus

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