Have you ever wondered how banks make a profit from lending money? Then tune in for the ultimate wealth-building secrets with financial guru Ethan Gao. Learn about gap lending, leveraging your money wisely, and embark on a thrilling journey toward unprecedented financial success.

Key Takeaways to Listen for

• Loan guarantor: Who they are and why they’re important
• Factors to consider when choosing the right business partner
• Top advice you need to remember to potentially raise your ROI
• How much does it usually cost to have a gap funder in your business
• Expert tips to mitigate risks during real estate market downturns

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

• Freddie Mac
• Fannie Mae
• Free Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Ethan Gao

Ethan has owned several rental properties, made over 400 private loans secured by real estate (both single-family and commercial real estate), and invested in over 100 single-family fix and flip projects. He is a general partner on multiple commercial and multifamily projects totaling over 1,500 units. His primary role in deals is gap funder and loan guarantor. Ethan graduated from Cornell University with a BA in Economics in 2003 at 19 and from Columbia Law School in 2006 at 22. He worked on billion-dollar mergers and acquisitions for several years on Wall Street in financial institutions before becoming a professional investor and entrepreneur in 2016.

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