Multifamily Real Estate Investing
Join new hosts The Laurens each week and learn the ins and outs of multifamily real estate investing. Episodes include everything from expert guest interviews to deep dives on trends shaping the multifamily real estate industry. Don’t forget to catch up on past seasons featuring Pat Poling of Mara Poling and be sure to check out The Learning Center on our website!
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Episodes
395 episodes
Escrows, Protests & Surprises: Managing Property Taxes in Multifamily
Property taxes aren’t passive—they’re a lever in active asset management.In this episode of Multi-Family Real Estate Investing by Mara Poling, we break down how lender escrows actually function, how we track projected vs....
All the Small Things… That Turn Into Lawsuits
In this episode of Multi-Family Real Estate Investing presented by Mara Poling, The Laurens are back—and this time, we’re talking about the risks you don’t always see coming.In multifamily, it’s often the small thi...
Inside AppFolio: Building the Systems Behind Our Investor Experience
In this episode, we go behind the scenes of what it actually takes to deliver a seamless investor experience—and why we made the transition to AppFolio Investment Manager. Co-hosts Lauren Torres and Lauren Messin...
We Get By with a Little Help from Our Lenders
What happens after the loan closes is just as important as getting the deal done. In this episode, The Laurens take a behind-the-scenes look at the ongoing relationship with lenders—and why it plays a critical role in the success of a ...
Who’s Buying Multifamily Right Now with Matt Wideman
The multifamily market has shifted significantly over the past two years — but deals are still getting done. The question is: who is actually buying, and how are they getting deals across the finish line?In this episode, Matt Wide...
Breaking Down an Asset’s Cash Flow
In this solo episode of Multi-Family Real Estate Investing by Mara Poling, Lauren Torres takes us beyond the pro-forma headline and breaks down what actually drives an asset’s cash flow. From revenue assumptions and vacancy...
2026 Outlook with Pat Poling
In this episode, co-hosts The Laurens sit down with founder Pat Poling for a candid outlook on the year ahead. Drawing on decades of experience across multiple market cycles, Pat shares how he’s thinking about today’s multifamil...
The People Behind the Property
In this episode, The Laurens take listeners behind the scenes of a multifamily property to break down the people who physically operate it every day. From property management firm accounting teams to maintenance technicians, leasing co...
Apartments Are a People Business (Even in an AI World)
AI and technology are everywhere—but apartment communities are still run by people.In this episode, The Laurens talk about what technology is actually changing in multifamily, what it isn’t, and why roles like maintenan...
Managing Unplanned CapEx with John Jones
Every real estate investment eventually faces unexpected capital expenses. The difference between good and great operators is how they respond.In this episode, The Laurens are joined by Mara Poling’s Director of Operations, J...
Metrics That Matter
As we head into a new year, it’s the perfect time to reset the scoreboard.In this episode, The Laurens walk through the most important metrics they watch across the Mara Poling portfolio — the numbers that actually drive ...
New Year, Same Assets
A new year doesn’t always mean new deals — sometimes it means operating the assets you already own better.In this episode, The Laurens say goodbye to 2025 and kick off the new year by breaking down what actually changes...
Debt, Deals, and the 2026 Market: A Lending Deep Dive with James Eng
This week, The Laurens sat down with James Eng, National Director at Old Capital Lending and one of the most trusted voices in multifamily finance. His team originates over $1B in loans every year, and his perspective on ...
Multifamily Unfiltered: Pat Poling in the Hot Seat
In this special rapid-fire edition of the podcast, The Laurens put Pat Poling—Founder and CEO of Mara Poling—directly in the hot seat. No prep, no notes, just unfiltered answers.Join us as Pat tackles quick-hit questions ...
Numbers Don’t Lie: Decoding Your Multifamily Financials
In this deep-dive episode, Lauren Torres gives a break down on the exact process we use to review an asset’s monthly financial package. Whether you’re an owner, asset manager, or investor wanting to sharpen your financial oversi...
A Solid Foundation with K4 Construction
Behind every successful multi-family property is a strong partnership between the investor and the construction team. In this episode, The Laurens sit down with Jon Paul Tabor from K4 Construction (Mara Poling...
Year-End Planning Part Two: What Happens Before the Books Close
As the year winds down, the Mara Poling finance team is hard at work behind the scenes. In this episode, Lauren Torres and Lauren Messina share how asset managers prepare for year-end — from reviewing property performance and ...
Year-End Planning: Escrow Analysis & Property Tax True-Ups
In this episode of the Multifamily Real Estate Investing Podcast by Mara Poling, hosts Lauren Torres and Lauren Messina break down what these year-end reconciliations really mean, why they matter, and how they influence c...
Haunted Assets: The Curse of Deferred Maintenance
This Halloween, we’re digging up one of multifamily’s scariest stories — The Curse of Deferred Maintenance. You know the type: a property that looked great on paper, the numbers checked out, and due diligence was a breeze… ...
Behind the Numbers: How We Build a Property Budget
Ever wondered how multifamily budgets are built—and what goes into those line items that drive performance? In this episode, The Laurens break down the annual budgeting process for Mara Poling’s portfolio. Lauren Torres explains how pr...
Sleighing the Slow Season
Leasing slows. Residents get busy. But The Laurens are here to turn the holiday slump into a strategy win. In this episode, Lauren Torres and Lauren Messina share tips on boosting renewals, creating smart leasing incentives, ...
Inside the Engine Room with John Jones
In this episode of Multifamily Real Estate Investing from Mara Poling, we’re taking you inside the engine room of multifamily operations with John Jones, COO at Mara Poling.While most conversations center around financials and i...
Multifamily Speed Dating
What happens when you put two multifamily investors on the spot with 20 rapid-fire questions? In this episode of Multifamily Speed Dating, Lauren Torres and Lauren Messina tackle everything from their favorite markets and biggest red f...