Welcome to the Movers and Shakers Podcast! In this episode, Gino Barbro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, multifamily investor, father, educator, and mentor, sits down with Mack Benson. Mack is a dedicated husband, father of three, IT professional, and real estate investor. His journey from balancing professional ambitions with personal values to diving into the world of real estate investment is truly inspiring.

Talking Points:

Introduction: Gino talks about the importance of staying on after recording for clear audio upload.
Pre-recording Tech Check: Mack closes unnecessary Chrome tabs for better performance. 
Podcast Opening: Gino welcomes listeners to the Movers and Shakers Podcast and introduces Mack Benson.
Mack’s Journey: Mack shares his initial motivation for real estate investing, inspired by personal health concerns and financial calculations. 
401k Realizations: Discussion on the limitations of traditional Retirement savings and the shift towards real estate for better financial security.
Market Fluctuations: Mack recalls the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on his 401k and the decision to explore real estate. 
First Steps in Real Estate: Mack’s journey from single-family homes to multifamily investments and the importance of networking. 
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: The mental challenges and self-doubt Mack faced and how he worked to overcome them. 
Importance of Networking: Gino and Mack discuss the value of networking and the approach to building meaningful connections. 
Advice for New Investors: Tips for those looking to transition into multifamily real estate. 
Personal Development and Coaching: The impact of life Coaching on Mack’s progress and achievements. 
Reprogramming Limiting Beliefs: Strategies to shift from Moving away from pain to Moving towards pleasure in personal and professional growth. 
Secrets to Networking: Gino shares effective networking strategies. 
Future Plans: Mack talks about his upcoming relocation to Florida and future goals in real estate.
Lessons from Deals: Reflections on mistakes and lessons learned from Mack’s real estate deals. 
Contact Information: How to get in touch with Mack Benson. 
Final Words: Encouragement from Mack to keep Moving forward, one step at a time.

Connect with Mack Benson:

• Phone: 612-466-0251

Connect with Gino Barbaro:

• Email: gino@jakeandgino.com

Don’t miss this insightful episode packed with valuable lessons on balancing life, career, and investments. If you want to be the next guest on the Movers and Shakers Podcast, email Gino today! Until next time, let’s make it happen!

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Gino Barbaro is a Multifamily educator, Investor, and Operator with over $350,000,000 in assets under management. As co-founder of Jake & Gino, the premier multifamily education community, he focuses on his students’ results and growth. To date, his students have closed over 76,000+ units and have $5 Billion in Deal volume! Gino also co-authors the best-selling books, Wheelbarrow Profits & The Honey Bee. He resides in St. Augustine, Florida with his beautiful wife Julia and their six children.