Welcome to another episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast, where we dive deep into the multifaceted world of real estate investing, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Today, we're thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with Barbara Isabel, a multifamily real estate expert with an incredible journey from Madrid, Spain, to the bustling streets of Los Angeles, California. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Barbara Isabel Talks about Getting Into Real Estate 05:47 - Barbara's Role for Her Clients 06:46 - Talking European Countries 07:17 - What Did Barbara's Family Say When She Went to Work/Study In America? 10:20 - Barbara On Growing Up in a Big Family 11:09 - When Did Barbara Get Her First Taste of Multifamily 13:42 - Jake Unpacks Barbara's Broker Process, Which Is Above and Beyond The Normal Broker 17:34 - Barbara Talks about Dealing with City Ordinances and What Value She Brings to the Table 19:11 - Gino Talks about Value Barbara Brings to the Table and Why Brokers Like Her Stick Around 23:54 - What Kind of Assets Does Barbara Focus On For Her Investors? 25:16 - What Drives Barbara, Why Did She Move From the European Lifestyle to the Hustle and Bustle of LA 28:57 - Jake Hates on California - Why LA for Barbara and Her Business? 33:41 - Barbara Is Recruiting - What Does that Look Like? 35:53 - What Project Is Barbara Excited About? 43:11 - Where Can The Listeners Get Ahold of Barbara Isabel? 43:58 - Gino Wraps It Up Key Takeaways: Barbara's transition from law to real estate was not just a career move but a pursuit of passion and a deeper connection to her roots. Her approach to real estate is comprehensive, involving direct involvement in development, negotiations, and client support beyond the transaction. Barbara emphasizes the importance of understanding local market dynamics, regulatory challenges, and community needs, especially in complex markets like LA. Mentorship and teamwork are central to Barbara's strategy, offering a unique opportunity for aspiring real estate professionals to learn from her experience. Connect with Barbara Isabel: Instagram: @BarbaraIsabelRE About Jake and Gino: Jake Stenziano and Gino Barbaro, the dynamic duo behind the Jake and Gino Podcast, are committed to helping you achieve financial independence through multifamily real estate investing. With a mix of expert interviews, case studies, and personal anecdotes, they provide valuable insights and strategies for investors at all levels. Subscribe to our channel for more insightful conversations with industry leaders, and don't forget to like and comment below with your thoughts and questions for Barbara or any future topics you'd like us to cover. #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyRealEstate #JakeAndGinoPodcast #BarbaraIsabel #FromMadridToLA