The Moonlight Real Estate Side Hustles and Syndications Show

From Stem Cell Research and Engineering to Buying Apartments and Assisted Living Facilities: Early Retirement with Lauren Jacobs

Eric Lindsey Season 1 Episode 120

Guest: Loren Jacobs, Co-Founder of Arrows Capital Group

Profile: Loren Jacobs is a seasoned commercial real estate professional with over a decade of experience. He holds equity in 750+ units, including 207 licensed CBRF beds, and manages assets totaling more than $100 million.

Episode Highlights:

  • Background:
    • A fifth-generation real estate expert, Loren began his career with a single-family rental in high school, gaining early experience in property management.
    • Expanded into multifamily and commercial real estate while working a traditional job.
  • Career Transition:
    • Shifted from stem cell research to steam engineering, balancing a demanding job with growing his real estate portfolio.
    • Invested in learning through books, seminars, and networking, which facilitated his entry into commercial real estate syndication.
  • Syndication Focus:
    • Specialized in underwriting and networking; established a weekly meetup and underwrote over 100 deals for practice.
    • Secured partnerships by offering free underwriting services to gain experience.
  • Arrows Capital Group:
    • Co-founded with a partner to manage a senior living portfolio, focusing on high-barrier, low-competition markets.
    • Transitioned to senior living in 2021 due to market saturation in multifamily real estate.
  • Deal Structure:
    • Utilizes bridge financing and refinances with HUD loans for stability.
    • Emphasizes day-one cash flow and maintains conservative financial reserves.

Recent Deal: Recently closed on an assisted living portfolio with day-one cash flow and equity, utilizing a bridge-to-HUD financing strategy for long-term stability.

Moonlight Coaching Tips:

  • Advice for New Syndicators: Understand the fundamentals, legalities, and deal structures. Be willing to work for free to gain experience and add value.
  • Balancing Business and Life: Prioritize time management and make necessary sacrifices to balance education and real estate work.
  • Starting in Assisted Living: Learn about both multifamily and senior living operations, find a mentor, and offer value before expecting returns.
  • Passive Investing Benefits: Allows you to learn from experienced operators while earning returns and enjoying financial benefits.

Book Recommendation: The Go-Giver by Bob Burg – A short but impactful book that highlights the importance of a service-based mindset in business.

Contact Loren: Reach out via email: loren.jacobs@arrowscapitalgroup.com

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