Randy Smith is the founder of Impact Equity, a fund-to-fund manager that helps W-2 employees decrease dependence on W-2 income. In this episode, Randy tells us how being laid off after 25 years in corporate America prompted him to accelerate his real estate career, the telltale signs that indicate how an operator is likely to perform, and how he is qualifying GPs in today’s rising rate environment.  Randy Smith | Real Estate Background Founder of Impact Equity, a fund-to-fund manager that helps W-2 employees decrease dependence on W-2 income. Previous episode: JF2632: The Key to Low-Stress, Passive Income ft. Randy Smith Portfolio: LP in 18 deals  Fund-to-fund manager on $1.75M Based in: Peoria, AZ Say hi to him at:  Impact Equity LinkedIn Best Ever Book: So Good They Can’t Ignore You by Cal Newport Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content.   Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant