Property Pro Tips

AI & Facial Recognition in Property Management | Dara Riordan on Security in Los Angeles Real Estate

AI is revolutionizing property management across Los Angeles and beyond. In this episode of Property Pro Tips, Trevor Henson speaks with Dara Riordan—former President & COO of FaceFirst and Forbes Technology Council member—about how facial recognition, video analytics, and automation are reshaping real estate security and operations. You’ll hear insights on: • Which AI and surveillance tools cut costs while boosting tenant safety • Guard services vs. AI automation—finding the right balance • Transparency, ethics, and leadership in adopting facial recognition • How property owners can factor AI into their 2–5 year CAPEX plans If you manage or invest in multifamily or commercial properties in Southern California, this conversation will help you stay ahead with smarter, safer, and more ethical solutions.

How They Built Multifamily Real Estate Empires | Expert Strategies for Scaling

In this episode, top multifamily real estate experts reveal how they scaled from single properties to owning and managing massive apartment portfolios. You’ll hear powerful stories from Los Angeles and beyond—covering everything from capital raising and property management to navigating California’s housing market. 🎯 Topics Covered: * Strategies for scaling multifamily investments * Lessons from managing 100+ unit portfolios * Building passive income with apartment rentals * Real estate development in Los Angeles & SoCal * Affordable housing and long-term cash flow Whether you're a new investor or seasoned operator, these insights are invaluable for growing your real estate business in 2025 and beyond.

From Slum to Success: How This Landlord Transformed Atlanta Housing & Saved a Failing School

Welcome to another episode of Property Pro Tips with the Pros!In this episode, Trevor Henson interviews Margaret Stagmeier, author of Blighted, founder of TI Asset Management, and the visionary behind Star-C and EduHousing. With over 3,800 affordable units under management, she shares how her mission-driven real estate model revitalized high-crime properties, boosted school performance, and prevented thousands of evictions across metro Atlanta.🧠 What you’ll learn:The connection between housing stability and school performanceHow afterschool programs turned kids into top performersWhy evictions don’t have to be inevitableHow property owners can become community change-makers📚 Margaret’s book Blighted follows real tenants, drug dealers, and school staff through the transformation of one of Atlanta’s most dangerous properties.💡 “If you want to change the world, start with the building next to the school.”🎯 This episode is a must-watch for landlords, developers, affordable housing leaders, and anyone interested in purpose-driven real estate.👉 Learn more or get involved: www.star-c.org👉 Follow Margaret on LinkedIn: [Search Margaret Stagmeier]🎧 Listen to more episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.#AffordableHousing #RealEstateImpact #AtlantaRealEstate #SchoolPerformance #MultifamilyInvesting #EvictionRelief #StarC #PropertyManagement #MissionDrivenBusiness #BlightedBook #GeorgiaRealEstate #SocialImpactInvesting #Podcast

Cold Calling to $500M: Taylor Avakin’s Blueprint for Real Estate Domination

From making 600 cold calls a week to closing over $200M in deals before 30 — Taylor Avakin is redefining what’s possible in commercial real estate. In this episode, the LA-based broker behind The Group CRE breaks down the exact strategies he used to scale his real estate business and how he's helping investors win big in a tough 2024 market. Whether you're new to multifamily or scaling a portfolio, this is your blueprint. 🔑 What You’ll Learn: • Taylor’s journey: From rookie broker to $500M empire • The cold-calling strategy that built his career • LA multifamily trends and owner challenges in 2024 • How tech and relationships are shaping the next decade • Actionable tips for new and seasoned real estate investors 🕒 Timestamps: 00:00 – Meet Taylor Avakin, Founder of The Group CRE 01:04 – Scaling to $200M by Age 30 04:03 – The 600-Call Weeks That Built His Pipeline 06:30 – Why The Group CRE Was Born 10:45 – Market Challenges for LA Apartment Owners 13:38 – How Technology is Changing the Game 17:51 – Must-Know Advice for New Investors 26:05 – Rapid Fire: Best Advice, Daily Habits & More 🔗 Resources: 🌐 thegroupcre.com 🎙️ Taylor’s Podcast: No Vacancy

From W2 to 230+ Units: How Andrew Freed Reached Financial Freedom Through House Hacking and Syndication

Andrew Freed went from a six-figure W2 job to owning over 130 units — all within just a few years. In this episode, he breaks down his journey from reading Rich Dad Poor Dad to becoming a real estate powerhouse through house hacking, creative financing, and syndication. 🎯 You’ll Learn: * How he leveraged a HELOC on a Boston condo to buy his first multifamily * How he scaled from 1 to 130+ units using creative debt strategies * The power of partnerships, mentorship, and market selection * Insider tips on syndicating deals, using 1031 exchanges, and raising capital * Why being “resourceful beats being rich” when getting started in real estate 🔥 Whether you're a new investor or seasoned pro, this episode is packed with real-world strategies, mindset shifts, and action steps to grow your real estate portfolio. 📲 Follow Andrew: Instagram: @investorfree [https://www.instagram.com/investorfree] LinkedIn: Andrew Freed 🎙 Hosted by Trevor Henson | Property Pro Tips from the Pros 👉 Subscribe for more episodes on real estate investing, syndications, and financial freedom.