Scaling Up Apartment Investments Podcast

Systematizing Your Real Estate Business: From 10 Units to 500+

Learn how to scale a 500 unit Real Estate Portfolio with right systems and hiring. From property management software to hiring decisions, Shane Unruh shares hard-earned lessons on when to adopt technology, how to balance costs as your portfolio grows, and why documenting everything is essential. You’ll hear about: - Choosing the right property management software (Building Stack vs. ResMan) - The hidden costs of scaling (and how to prepare for them) - When to hire (and when to wait) - Using call centers, virtual assistants, and AI to save time & money If you want the freedom to step out of the day-to-day and focus on deals, investors, and strategy, this episode is for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you want more insights on scaling your real estate portfolio. Softwares Mentioned in this episode: Building Stack: [https://www.buildingstack.com/] Resman [https://www.myresman.com] Happyco [https://happy.co] Zipinspector [https://www.zinspector.com] Listen to the Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19IzmDW... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shane_unruh?l... XSManagement: https://xsassetmanagement.com/ #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyManagement #Multifamily #ScalingUpPodcast #ShaneUnruh #InvestingTips #CashFlow #PassiveIncome #RealEstateCanada #LongTermWealth

Turning Your Real Estate Side Hustle Into a Scalable Business

In this episode of Scaling Up, Shane Unruh dives into what it takes to transform your real estate investments from a side hustle into a scalable, sustainable business. Whether you're just starting with a duplex or already managing several small properties, the goal is to move beyond doing everything yourself and build a real estate company that doesn't depend on your daily input. Shane breaks down the concept of hourly ROI, the reality of passive income, and why scale matters if you truly want freedom, time, and wealth. He shares real stories from his early days—including the lessons learned from managing an 8-unit building—and lays the groundwork for upcoming episodes focused on systems and processes. Listen to the Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19IzmDW... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shane_unruh?l... XSManagement: https://xsassetmanagement.com/ #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyManagement #Multifamily #ScalingUpPodcast #ShaneUnruh #InvestingTips #CashFlow #PassiveIncome #RealEstateCanada #LongTermWealth

The Real Costs of Long-Term Property Ownership

In this episode of Scaling Up, Shane Unruh dives into the often overlooked realities of holding real estate long-term. While most investing advice focuses on how to buy property, Shane lays out why the real challenge begins after closing the deal. From unexpected capital expenses to city policy changes and tenants tying garbage bags wrong (yes, really), Shane shares real-world examples and lessons learned from managing hundreds of units. He also touches on: * The hidden costs that can destroy your cash flow * Why having a budget isn't enough — and why you should double it * How larger companies approach capital expenditures (and what you can learn from them) If you’re a new or aspiring property investor, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to plan for the long game — and why cash reserves are king in real estate. 📌 Subscribe for more insights on scaling your real estate portfolio! 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for the follow-up episode where Shane recaps how it actually went when he took over 3 buildings in a week! Listen to the Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19IzmDW... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shane_unruh?l... XSManagement: https://xsassetmanagement.com/ #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyManagement #Multifamily #ScalingUpPodcast #ShaneUnruh #InvestingTips #CashFlow #PassiveIncome #RealEstateCanada #LongTermWealth

Avoid These COSTLY Mistakes When Taking Over a Property

In this episode of the Scaling Up Podcast, Shane Unruh dives into the critical first month or two after taking over a rental property. It's not as simple as getting the keys and collecting rent — from unexpected maintenance issues and missing tenants to tricky inherited expenses and setting clear payment standards, Shane shares real stories and hard-earned lessons from his own portfolio. - Initial Tenant Interactions - The Reality of Rent Collection - Unexpected Expenses - The Two-Year Stabilization Period 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for the follow-up episode where Shane recaps how it actually went when he took over 3 buildings in a week! Listen to the Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19IzmDW... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shane_unruh?l... XSManagement: https://xsassetmanagement.com/

What REALLY Happens When You Take Ownership Of Apartments

Taking over your first rental property can be overwhelming — from inspections to dealing with tenants to figuring out who has the keys. In this episode, Shane Unruh shares real-world advice and personal stories about what it’s really like to take control of a building for the first time (or even your tenth). Whether you're managing 8 units or 180, this episode breaks down what to expect, what can go wrong, and how to get it right. Learn how to: * Communicate with tenants before takeover * Perform strategic unit inspections * Handle unexpected issues with utilities, signage, and tech * Build an effective onboarding process (even with 300+ tenants!) 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for the follow-up episode where Shane recaps how it actually went when he took over 3 buildings in a week! Listen to the Podcast: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/19IzmDWrCvRcsbaCMccMgA?si=c8b54b604cbf4fce] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/scaling-up-apartment-investments-podcast/id1674664105]