Are you staring at spreadsheets without really knowing what they’re telling you?

In this episode, I break down the most important return metrics in multifamily real estate—from cash-on-cash and IRR to DSCR and equity multiple. I explain what they actually mean, why they matter, and how to use them to make smart investment decisions.

We’re not just guessing here. These numbers tell a story—and if you know how to read them, you’ll stop overpaying, start protecting your capital, and finally start growing real wealth.

Whether you're an LP trying to spot BS in a pitch deck or an operator building your summary page, this one is for you.

Episode 256 — Small Axe Podcast with Nico Salgado

You’ve been studying. Listening. Watching. Underwriting.
But that first multifamily deal? Still not happening.

In this episode, I break down the real reasons you’re stuck—and they’re probably not what you think.
👉 It’s not just about money.
👉 It’s not just about the market.
👉 It’s not just about rates.

We’ll cover:

• The hidden traps of “learning mode”

• Why brokers aren’t taking you seriously

• The confidence-killing habit that’s blocking your progress

• A step-by-step roadmap to finally break through

• How to build credibility (even without a deal)

Plus, I share the exact 5 steps you can take this week to start gaining momentum—and get closer to closing your first building.

✅ Free Resource: Download the Multifamily Credibility Kit - www.smallaxecommunities.com
📥 DM me to get on the course waitlist: Buy Buildings, Build Empires
📩 Let's get your first deal under contract—fast.

Think you have to be a GP to succeed in real estate? Think again.
In this no-fluff episode, I break down the four real levers that determine your success in multifamily: time, experience, education, and capital.

Whether you’re short on cash but loaded with hustle—or sitting on capital but strapped for time—you’ll discover exactly where you fit in this game. I’ll show you how to build wealth without burning out, why being the face of the deal isn’t always the smartest move, and how to play your role like a pro.

✅ How to know if GP is right for you
✅ Why LPs might have the real edge
✅ The hybrid roles that most investors overlook
✅ What’s killing your momentum before you even start

Stop following Instagram gurus blindly. Start building a real plan that matches your actual life.