Adam La Barr is a combat veteran, Amazon #1 best-selling author, and accomplished business consultant with a knack for turning challenges into opportunities. With 18 years of military experience and a proven track record in the corporate world, he has honed the art of building high-performing teams and scaling businesses sustainably. Adam has successfully navigated complex situations as a COO, steered startups to seven-figure sales, and implemented systems that allow businesses to thrive.

In real estate, Adam’s portfolio includes over 350 multifamily doors, investments in self-storage, and ownership of a memory care facility. Despite early hurdles, including a near-miss on his first deal, Adam’s resilience turned lessons into lasting success. Now, he leverages his unique blend of military discipline and entrepreneurial expertise to guide businesses with revenues of $250K to $1M, helping them scale without losing their identity—or their sense of humor.

When he’s not helping others achieve their goals, Adam spends time with his wife, Raquel, and their three children, proving that teamwork truly makes the dream work.

Chapters

00:00 Market Insights for Passive Investors

03:06 Adam's Journey into Real Estate

05:59 The Challenges of a First Investment

09:00 Lessons Learned from Early Mistakes

12:07 Partner Selection and Due Diligence

14:55 Navigating Difficult Conversations

17:53 Creating Strong Operating Agreements

21:33 Navigating Challenges in Business Relationships

22:02 Exploring Residential Assisted Living

24:26 The Realities of Assisted Living Investments

28:00 Understanding the Financial Dynamics of Assisted Living

30:39 Active Duty Passive Income: Empowering Military Investors

33:42 Balancing Family Life and Entrepreneurship

36:53 Due Diligence in Passive Investing

39:31 Bucket List Adventures and Investment Strategies

RANDY SMITH

Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Christian Cardamone: Real Estate Veteran & Visionary Entrepreneur

With over 20 years of experience, Christian Cardamone has forged a remarkable career in real estate, entrepreneurship, and property development. Starting as REMAX's "Rookie of the Year" in 2005, he quickly rose to prominence, only to face a significant setback during the 2008 financial crash. Demonstrating resilience and determination, Christian rebuilt his net worth to $10 million, creating a diverse portfolio of over 65 properties spanning multifamily, industrial, office, and vacation assets. As the founder of Aloha Wilmington Real Estate and GreenBuilt Homes, he specializes in boutique property management, sustainable development, and innovative property transformations, including historic renovations like the iconic 1738 Orange Street project.

Christian’s journey is a testament to perseverance and entrepreneurial spirit, blending his expertise in real estate with his passion for sustainability and community building. Based in Wilmington, NC, he balances his professional life with personal pursuits like surfing, sailing, and music. Whether navigating market trends, crafting investment strategies, or sharing lessons from his inspiring comeback, Christian offers audiences invaluable insights and actionable takeaways.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating the Current Real Estate Market

03:10 Christian's Journey into Real Estate

07:40 Diverse Asset Classes: A Strategic Approach

10:51 Building Partnerships in Real Estate

14:59 The Importance of Partner Selection

16:41 Focusing on Flex and Multifamily Assets

20:41 Understanding Flex Space

25:17 Future Projects and Syndication Plans

31:07 Optimism for the Future of Real Estate

32:56 Educational Resources for New Investors

RANDY SMITH

Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor

Summary

In this episode of the Gentle Art of Crossin' podcast, host Randy Smith interviews Christian Cardamone, a commercial broker and founder of Aloha Wilmington Real Estate. They discuss the current real estate market, Christian's journey into real estate, and the importance of diversifying asset classes. Christian shares insights on building partnerships, the significance of selecting the right partners, and his focus on flex and multifamily assets. The conversation also covers the future of real estate, educational resources for new investors, and the optimistic outlook for the market.

Pat Zingarella is the CEO of Invest Clearly, a GP review site and directory.

The mission of Invest Clearly is to empower LP's to make informed decisions by hosting unbiased reviews of passive investment sponsors from verified experienced investors. They also help Sponsors build trust with new investors through transparency.

Prior to Invest Clearly Pat worked as an Account Executive for a $5B research and advisory company where he would provide go-to-market and growth support to start-up companies, ran his own sales consultancy, and personally invests in residential and commercial real estate.

Visit https://investclearly.com/ to research sponsors or to claim your profile as a sponsor now.

Chapters

00:00 Market Conditions and Passive Investing Opportunities

02:53 Pat Zingarella's Journey into Real Estate

06:53 The Need for Transparency in Investment Reviews

12:01 Building Trust Between LPs and GPs

18:17 Engaging with the Invest Clearly Platform

20:27 The Role of Reviews in Passive Investing

25:02 Future of Invest Clearly and Community Building

27:41 Mindset and Educational Resources for Investors

30:58 Due Diligence Advice for Passive Investors

32:51 Personal Insights and Future Aspirations

Summary

In this episode of the Gentle Art of Crushing It podcast, host Randy Smith speaks with Pat Zingarella, CEO of Invest Clearly, about the current market conditions affecting passive investors and the importance of transparency in investment reviews. Pat shares his journey into real estate, the challenges faced by both limited partners (LPs) and general partners (GPs), and how Invest Clearly aims to create a safer ecosystem for investors through verified reviews. The conversation also touches on the significance of community engagement, mindset resources, and due diligence in passive investing.

RANDY SMITH

Connect with our host, Randy Smith, for more educational content or to discuss investment opportunities in the real estate syndication space at www.impactequity.net, https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallsmith or on Instagram at @randysmithinvestor