While investing in traditional assets, Denis Shapiro failed to create meaningful income. Instead he merged traditional investments with real estate investments to cultivate the portfolio he has today. Denis lays out the research he does before investing in any deal, circumstances where a preferred return may not be a priority, and some major negatives of ATM funds. Denis Shapiro Real Estate Background: Full time fund manager 9 years of real estate investing experience Portfolio consists of rentals, large traditional equity position, private lending, ATM funds, Note funds, 10 residential syndications including Ashcroft deals Based in Freehold, NJ Say hi to him at: www.sihcapitalgroup.com SEC article Denis discussed during the conversation: https://www.nasaa.org/8133/top-10-investment-scams-list-released-by-state-securities-regulators/  Best Ever Book: Alternative Investment Almanac    Click here to know more about our sponsors: Real Estate CFO Services | ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching | Rent Redi | Rentify