Fund Friday E52: How to Vet Deals and Make Smarter Investments with Daniel Holmlund

In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Daniel Holmlund, founder of the Alternative Investing Club, discussing his journey from a tech career to real estate investing. Daniel shares insights on community investing, the importance of cash flow, and the diverse opportunities available through his investment club. The conversation highlights the significance of collaboration in real estate, the structure of the club fund, and the evaluation process for operators and sponsors. Daniel emphasizes the need for predictable income and explores various investment strategies, including oil and gas, renewable energy, and unique opportunities like whiskey and litigation finance. In this conversation, Daniel Holmlund discusses innovative investment strategies for 2025, focusing on prefabricated construction and industrial real estate. He emphasizes the importance of evaluating investment sponsors and navigating economic changes, particularly in light of inflation and market opportunities. Daniel advocates for illiquid investments as a more stable and predictable option compared to the stock market, highlighting the need for community-focused investments to combat the widening wealth gap. Learn more about Lone Star Capital at www.lscre.com To apply to attend LSC Summit 2024: www.lscsummit.com Get a FREE copy of the Passive Investor Guide: https://www.lscre.com/content/passive-investor-guide Subscribe to our newsletter and receive our FREE underwriting model package: https://www.lscre.com/resource/underwriting-model Follow Rob Beardsley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-beardsley/ https://www.facebook.com/RobBeardsleyLSC/ Read Rob’s articles: https://www.lscre.com/blog