Protect Your Wealth

About Protect Your Wealth

Discover how to protect your wealth and build your legacy. Nationally recognized asset protection lawyer John Skabelund hosts this program. Skabelund offers listeners valuable information, and interviews industry leaders in the field of wealth preservation and asset protection.

Publisher

John Skabelund

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 May 2025

Latest episode

22 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

37 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Oct 2026

   Episode #33 - Pt. 3 The Dirty Secret About Multifamily Property Management with Brent Kawakami

   If you are an investor in multifamily properties, chances are you aren't managing the day-to-day operations yourself. But what actually goes into overseeing a large-scale property, and how do you protect your investment? Join host John Skabelund in the final installment of this 3-part series with real estate operator and investor Brent Kawakami to explore the nuances of multifamily property management. In this series concluding episode, discover the "1 in, 1 out" rule of staffing, why small property management shops aren't profit centers, the misalignment of incentives between owners and third-party managers, and how treating on-site staff well is the ultimate secret to long-term asset performance. Work with a trusted asset protection law firm: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Intro. 02:07 - Scaling: Multifamily Management & Staffing Ratios ("1 In, 1 Out"). 05:10 - The "Dirty Secret" in Property Management. 06:53 - The Misaligned Incentives, High Turnover, and Nature of the Business. 08:44 - How Ownership Groups Should Treat Their Property Management Team. 11:05 - Make Sure You Are Capitalized. 13:05 - Closing Statements. ───────────────────────────── Ready to protect your assets? Book a consultation: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/book-appointment-now/ ───────────────────────────── FOLLOW JOHN SKABELUND: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/ FOLLOW BRENT KAWAKAMI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentkawakami/ DISCLAIMER: This content is legal information only and not legal advice. Listening or viewing this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. Mr. Skabelund is admitted to practice law in Arizona and may be reached at https://ultimateassetprotection.com/

2. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Episode #32 - Pt. 2 What You ABSOLUTELY Need to Know Before Becoming a Real Estate Syndicator

   In this episode, discover what a syndication actually is, how GP and LP structures work, the critical SEC regulations every new syndicator must follow, and the 3 key components to vet before making any investment. Join John Skabelund in Part 2 of this 3-part series as he taps into the expertise of real estate operator and investor Brent Kawakami to break down the reality of real estate syndications. Many clients frequently invest in real estate syndications and desire to become real estate syndicators themselves. But what does it actually take to bring together investors, raise millions in capital, and manage the legal and personal risks involved? Join John Skabelund in Part 2 of this 3-part series as he taps into the expertise of real estate operator and investor Brent Kawakami to break down the reality of real estate syndications. Brent is a real estate operator and investor with extensive experience in multifamily acquisitions, underwriting, investor relations, and asset management. He is experienced in raising equity and procuring debt from strategic partners to support new acquisitions, having been involved in over 100+ multifamily transactions. John Skabelund is an experienced and nationally recognized attorney with extensive experience protecting client's assets throughout the United States. He has adeptly protected a diverse range of clients' estates, ranging from $500,000 to over $100 million. His clientele spans real estate investors, business owners, executives, and professionals in various fields, including medicine, law, sports, and technology. John skillfully creates comprehensive estate plans tailored to each client's unique needs, ensuring their legacy can be preserved for generations. He also has represented clients in the buying and selling of businesses across a multitude of industries. Work with a trusted asset protection law firm: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Intro. 01:30 - What Is a Real Estate Syndication? Group Purchasing & Crowdfunding Explained. 03:06 - The Capital-Raising Challenge & Why Syndications Are Needed. 05:02 - Securities Law Warnings: SEC Rules, 506(b) vs 506(c), and Accredited Investors. 07:00 - General Partners (GPs) vs. Limited Partners (LPs): How Syndications Are Structured. 09:27 - The 3 Tranches to Vet Before Investing (Deal, Operator, Market). 11:10 - The Realities & Mental Weight of Being a Syndicator. 13:14 - Closing Statements. ───────────────────────────── Ready to protect your assets? Book a consultation: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/book-appointment-now/ FOLLOW JOHN SKABELUND: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/ FOLLOW BRENT KAWAKAMI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentkawakami/ DISCLAIMER: This content is legal information only and not legal advice. Listening or viewing this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. Mr. Skabelund is admitted to practice law in Arizona and may be reached at https://ultimateassetprotection.com/

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   23 Sept 2026

   Episode #31 - From Single Family to Multifamily: Is the Grass Really Greener?

   What are the realities of scaling your real estate portfolio from single to multifamily? How do we navigate real estate with the recession and market headwinds? Join John Skabelund as he explores the truth about today's multifamily market, its complexities and risks with his guest, Brent Kawakami. In this episode, discover if the jump to multifamily is right for you and if so, what the best steps are from lending to finding the right partners and more. Brent is a real estate operator and investor with extensive experience in multifamily acquisitions, underwriting, investor relations, and asset management. He is experienced in raising equity and procuring debt from strategic partners to support new acquisitions, having been involved in over 100+ multifamily transactions. John Skabelund is an experienced and nationally recognized attorney with extensive experience protecting client's assets throughout the United States. He has adeptly protected a diverse range of clients' estates, ranging from $500,000 to over $100 million. His clientele spans real estate investors, business owners, executives, and professionals in various fields, including medicine, law, sports, and technology. John skillfully creates comprehensive estate plans tailored to each client's unique needs, ensuring their legacy can be preserved for generations. He also has represented clients in the buying and selling of businesses across a multitude of industries. Work with a trusted asset protection law firm: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Intro. 03:10 - The Biggest Challenges When Making the Jump. 06:10 - Lessons Learned: Why Geographical Focus Matters. 07:32 - Current Real Estate Landscape & Market Headwinds. 09:50 - Key Complexities of Multifamily: Lending, Net Worth Checks, Off-Market Deals. 13:00 - Existing Properties vs. Ground-Up Development: Benefits & Risks. 15:10 - How Multifamily Financing Works (HUD, agency loans, fixed vs. floating rates). 17:40 - Is Now the Time? 19:49 - Practical Advice for Beginners. 21:30 - Closing Statements. DISCLAIMER: This content is legal information only and not legal advice. Listening or viewing this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. Mr. Skabelund is admitted to practice law in Arizona and may be reached at https://ultimateassetprotection.com/ FOLLOW JOHN SKABELUND: https://ultimateassetprotection.com/ FOLLOW BRENT KAWAKAMI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentkawakami/

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