Focus, Partnerships & Profits in Real Estate with Aaron Fragnito

The learning curve costs money—I didn’t make very good returns on my first investments, but I probably learned $200,000 worth of education.

- Aaron Fragnito

In this episode, we’re discussing real estate investment strategies. with Aaron Fragnito. Aaron is the Co-founder of Peoples Capital Group as well as a full time real estate investor with a primary focus on helping Accredited Investors, Family Offices and RIA's preserve their wealth in real estate. He is also the host of the New Jersey Real Estate Network (NJREN), the Passive Cash Flow Podcast and was an adjunct professor writing and teaching the course “Real Estate Entrepreneurship” at Rowan University. Aaron has built an 8 figure Real Estate Portfolio and is a well known name throughout the New Jersey Real Estate investment industry.

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"You can buy a bad deal but be a good manager and make it into a good deal; you can buy a good deal but be a bad manager and turn it into a bad deal."

- Aaron Fragnito

Why Real Estate Can Be a Smart Move

I talked with Aaron about why many people choose real estate over the stock market. He explained that real estate can offer steady cash flow, tax benefits, and the chance to grow wealth over time. Many wealthy families put most of their money into alternatives like real estate, not just stocks. Aaron says it’s important to think about your long-term goals and learn from people who already have the kind of wealth you want.

Starting Your Real Estate Journey

Aaron shared that before diving in, you should figure out how you learn best. Whether it’s reading, listening to podcasts, or watching videos, there’s no shortage of good information out there. He suggests using “no extra time” moments—like driving or doing chores—to fit in learning. For busy business owners, he recommends starting as a passive investor with a trusted operator so you can see how deals work without taking on all the headaches yourself.

Why Passive Investing Often Makes Sense

Owning and managing properties isn’t always glamorous. Aaron shared some tough lessons from early deals—like dealing with bad tenants, unhelpful property managers, and unexpected repairs. He says the learning curve is expensive, and most business owners can make more money by staying focused on what they do best. By investing with a skilled operator, you can still benefit from real estate while avoiding tenants, toilets, and trash.

Keeping Focus and Avoiding Distractions

Aaron also talked about keeping his company focused on what they do best—buying and managing large apartment buildings in New Jersey. Instead of trying to do everything in-house, they partner with trusted contractors and specialists, which keeps the business lean and effective. His advice: know what you sell, avoid distractions, and be the best in your niche. This way, you can grow steadily without losing sight of your main goal.

"Know what your service is and just do it really darn well—be the best person in that industry at it."

- Aaron Fragnito

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