Drama. With three daughters a wife and my mom at home you’d think I’d get my fill there. Nope. This apartment stuff is full of it. I think I’m a magnet for it. Or maybe it’s just standard operating procedure for commercial real estate.

If you’re a corporate person then I know you can appreciate my pain. You have a 401k. You have a crappy plan that only lets you invest is 4-6 crappy funds. Or you can keep it in cash and at least not lose anything except upside. Well I’ve decided to pursue a different option – and put at least part of my 401k to work – in real estate!

Had coffee with a friend last night to talk real estate. He’s a corporate guy and he’s looking for a way out as well. It was an interesting meeting.

My Private Clients are having a blast. Did you see the picture with scotch and cigars after the closing? They’re making a great ROI and having fun at the same time. Isn’t it time you joined?

I’m happy to report that my private equity fund, the Great Lakes Investment Fund, made it’s first acquisition today! Spectacular building and spectacular return on investment for a spectacular partnership group. And positive cash flow on day 1. Not a bad business model.