In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Patrick Grimes, founder of Passive Investing Mastery and Invest on Main Street. Patrick shares how a painful first deal during the 2008 crash reshaped his investing mindset, leading him to focus on long-term wealth accumulation, cash flow, and true portfolio diversification. What began with single-family rentals eventually expanded into large multifamily syndications, recession-resilient markets, and alternative assets, including litigation finance and debt funds.

Patrick walks listeners through how he helps investors build a balanced portfolio by spreading risk across multiple, non-correlated asset classes. He also highlights why active professionals don’t need to become landlords to grow wealth, and how the right mix of passive investments can lead to financial security and freedom.

If you want to diversify beyond traditional real estate while keeping property in your portfolio, this episode is packed with practical strategies and new perspectives.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The early investment mistake that shaped Patrick’s long-term approach to wealth building

• What makes multifamily syndications a powerful tool for scalable, passive income

• Where litigation finance fits into a diversified real estate investment portfolio

• Ways debt funds provide stable returns outside of traditional equity deals

• Differences between passive and active investing for busy professionals

• The role of education and networking in avoiding common investor pitfalls

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In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Jessie Lang, founder of Unlocked Rentals and author of “Rentals Made Easy,” to explore her journey from a $92,000 condo to a self-managed 70+ unit portfolio. Jessie shares how she unknowingly began house hacking out of necessity, transitioned into full-time investing, and eventually found her stride using the BRRRR method and private money.

From Craigslist roommates and DIY renovations to managing properties remotely and building a team, Jessie reveals how she scaled her business without skipping the hard work. She discusses the power of meetups, mentorship, and trusting your instincts, especially when the traditional path doesn’t fit. Jessie also talks about her mastermind community, the launch of her new book, and why she still prefers single-family rentals over multifamily deals.

This episode is a must-listen for investors looking to grow with intention, learn how to self-manage successfully, and avoid common pitfalls on the way to financial freedom.

In this episode, you will hear:

• How Jessie Lang went from living with roommates to profiting from rentals before she saw herself as an investor

• Why house hacking and the BRRRR method became her foundation for growth

• The turning point that led her to leave her W-2 and go all in on real estate

• The benefits of single-family rentals, tenant retention, and pet-friendly properties

• How she self-manages remotely, builds systems, and trains her team

• What inspired her to launch a mastermind and write “Rentals Made Easy”

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In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Jonah Bamberger, managing partner and executive chairman of Aulder Capital. Jonah shares the full arc of his real estate journey—from early value-add deals in Brooklyn to large-scale multifamily, hospitality, and international development in Portugal.

What began as a side project with a friend quickly became a full-time business as the duo capitalized on post-2008 opportunities. Jonah dives into how Aulder Capital adapts to shifting markets, navigates regulatory hurdles, and chooses when to pivot between markets, asset classes, and hold periods. He also talks about the realities of managing thousands of units, dealing with difficult tenants, and maintaining high performance while still aiming to make a positive community impact.

Whether you're an active investor, passive LP, or someone exploring international real estate, this episode offers a real-world perspective on how to scale with discipline and intention.

In this episode, you will hear:

• How Jonah got started in Brooklyn with rent-stabilized, value-add multifamily deals

• Why Aulder Capital expanded from New York to the Southeast, Midwest, and even Portugal

• The pros and cons of holding vs. flipping, and how market conditions drive those decisions

• What it really takes to manage thousands of units and stay mission-focused

• How syndications allow newer investors to get exposure without the management stress

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