Episode #150: Business Plan Execution with Devin Elder

Published: Nov. 20, 2020, 11 a.m.

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Executing your business plan is not always easy as many variables can derail your initial course of action. Today\\u2019s guest, Devin Elder, knows the importance of sticking to your guns and has seen firsthand the benefits of persevering with a tried and tested investment thesis. In this episode, Devin sheds light on his company, DJE\\u2019s business plan, their desired ROI on money spent on interiors, and the asset classes they invest in. While doing heavy value-adds may not appeal to all operators, for Devin, it\\u2019s a chance to be creative. We also touch on systems and how software has helped the businesses streamline their processes for optimal efficiency. Along with this, Devin shares some wise words as well as a look at what his asset management superpower is. Tune in today!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Hear about Devin\\u2019s background, where he\\u2019s based, and his current investment focus.
  • Devin\\u2019s most frequently implemented business plan for apartment purchases.
  • Why dealing with people is the most challenging part of executing a business plan for Devin.
  • The double-edged sword of big value-add deals: Opportunity versus challenge.
  • Why Devin has not veered too far from his workforce housing investment thesis.
  • The role that software automation plays in being able to execute a business plan.
  • Two pieces of advice Devin would give his younger self.
  • Find out what Devin\\u2019s asset management superpower is.


Tweetables:

\\u201cWe\\u2019re looking for a substantial component of units that haven\\u2019t been renovated that we can go in, update, and see an ROI 20% or better on an annualized basis.\\u201d \\u2014 Devin Elder [0:02:15]

\\u201cReal estate is easy, people are hard.\\u201d \\u2014 Devin Elder [0:02:33]

\\u201cWe are scared of the unknown, right? And it looks scary at night when you can\\u2019t see anything and in the morning it is silly that you are scared of it. So, you have to get the other side of that fear.\\u201d \\u2014 Devin Elder [0:09:29]


Links Mentioned in Today\\u2019s Episode:


\\xa0The Garzella Group

DJE Texas Management Group

Devin Elder

Gary Keller

APT Capital Group

APT Capital Group on YouTube
redIQ

Passive Income Through Multifamily Real Estate Facebook Group\\xa0

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