Contributors
David McIlwaine is a seasoned entrepreneur and successful executive with deep experience in business growth, scale and delivering results. His real estate experience is vast--spanning over 20 years. Experience, knowledge and understanding have been gained firsthand by either currently owning or having owned multifamily units, commercial retail development, asset management, single family, vacation rental properties, second homes and custom builds. He personally wore Golden Handcuffs for almost 14 years, successfully gaining sovereignty over his career and net worth along the way. He founded MAC Assets in 2019 and its portfolio currently includes property in the southeast and mountain west. At present he is a general partner in 1,000 doors.
David’s entrepreneurial experience spans a highly successful sales career in several areas including Real Estate, Marketing/Advertising, and Information Technology start ups. He has a variety of first hand experience including having held C Level positions, led teams across the US to overperformance, raised capital, executed mergers, implemented improvements in operating systems, coached diverse constituencies, created and delivered strategic growth initiatives all leading to successful outcomes. David graduated from the University of Kansas with a BS in Journalism and Advertising.
Recent Content
Unlock the secrets of thriving in the real estate business with our latest podcast episode, featuring Laura Barron from All County Denver Metro Property Management. Laura, with her extensive experienc…
Unlock the secrets o…
Unlock the secrets of thriving in the real estate business with our latest podcast episode, featuring Laura Barron from All County Denver Metro Property Management. Laura, with her extensive experience, sheds light on the delicate dance of managing rental properties and the pivotal role of developing a robust business culture. She articulates how personal values are not just buzzwords but the actual foundation of a successful enterprise and underlines the importance of partnering with landlords who share those values. Get ready to learn about the finesse of setting authentic rental prices and …
Ever wonder what it's like to swap the security of a corporate gig for the thrill of entrepreneurship? Vikas Agarwal of ARKA Capital Holdings joins me, David McIlwaine, for an intimate discussion…
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Ever wonder what it's like to swap the security of a corporate gig for the thrill of entrepreneurship? Vikas Agarwal of ARKA Capital Holdings joins me, David McIlwaine, for an intimate discussion on his bold leap from the financial safety of high-paying jobs into the dynamic world of medical property investment. As we unravel Vikas's story, you'll uncover the realities behind the golden handcuffs phenomenon, learning how a high salary can both cradle and cage you—and how breaking free might be the most liberating move you can make. Prepare to be inspired by the transformative …
Ever wonder what it takes to pivot from a high-tech Google career into the world of bricks and mortar? Sridhar Sannidhi did just that, leaving the digital giant to carve out a niche in real estate in…
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Ever wonder what it takes to pivot from a high-tech Google career into the world of bricks and mortar? Sridhar Sannidhi did just that, leaving the digital giant to carve out a niche in real estate investment. In our latest episode, Sridhar narrates his bold transition, shedding light on the initial hurdles of the single-family home market and his strategic shift to multifamily units, amassing a significant portfolio. His insights are more than just a tale of career change; they're a blueprint for anyone daring to chase their entrepreneurial dreams over the security of a regular paycheck.…
Have you ever felt the suffocating grip of the golden handcuffs, that false sense of security that comes with a steady job, but leaves you craving more? This week, I sat down with Adrian Smude, who no…
Have you ever felt t…
Have you ever felt the suffocating grip of the golden handcuffs, that false sense of security that comes with a steady job, but leaves you craving more? This week, I sat down with Adrian Smude, who not only broke free from his own shackles but transformed his life through savvy real estate investments, particularly in the mobile home market. Adrian's story is one of Resilience and adaptability, offering a roadmap for anyone looking to pivot from a place of financial uncertainty to becoming a property mogul.This episode peels back the curtain on the strategic approach to tenant vetting and…
Have you ever felt the sting of job loss, the kind that throws you into the deep end, forcing you to swim or sink? That’s exactly where Tom Conlon, founder of North Street, found himself, and it&apo…
Have you ever felt t…
Have you ever felt the sting of job loss, the kind that throws you into the deep end, forcing you to swim or sink? That’s exactly where Tom Conlon, founder of North Street, found himself, and it's where our conversation begins. We navigate Tom’s inspiring leap from sudden unemployment to the helm of his own thriving business, dissecting the essence of adaptability and the power of self-agency. Along the way, we share the raw truths of entrepreneurship—things like the need to be a rainmaker and the critical nature of networking and sales—a reality often overshadowed by the passion …