Afto Capital

Founder and Managing Partner

Founder and CEO

Pacific Gas and Electric Company

Manager, Gas Workstream Program

Supervisor - Project Management

Synergy Project Management

Project Manager

Kiewit

Engineer

Cleveland Range Ltd.

- Design and implementation of new equipment fixtures.
- Development of operators manual company wide.
- Implement engineering change orders.

Process Engineer

Fenco Automotive Products

- Process analysis and feasibility studies on existing process methods.
- Quality inspection and testing.

Process/Quality Engineer

Real Estate Investor | 🏢 Partnering with accredited investors and busy professionals to buy multifamily apartments

I am a real estate investor focused on acquiring multifamily real estate across the country. I look for cash flowing opportunities that can provide short and long term benefit to our investors. I'm passionate about the power of real estate and how it can give people the opportunity to free up their time to do what they enjoy the most. 🏢

👉  I look for off market properties in strong markets across the US
👉  I underwrite the properties based on the most accurate and realistic business plan for the asset
👉  I assemble the team that's best suited to close and operate the property
👉  Once acquired, I will oversee and ensure the asset is managed smoothly so that investors are seeing the highest benefit from the asset  

📖  I'm all about educating others on benefits of real estate and how it can provide financial freedom/independence. 📖

🔎  Above all, I believe in positive mindset and attitude 
🔎  I pride myself on being transparent in everything I do
🔎  I partner with those that share the same vision, goals and values as me
🔎  Accountability is HUGE in everything I do. I hold myself accountable to the highest standards and also expect the same from everyone around me
🔎  I will help others as best as I can so they can achieve their goals

I will always answer your questions and comments:

📨  sam@aftocapital.com
💻  www.aftocapital.com

➡️  "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take"
➡️  "Luck is when preparation meets opportunity"
➡️  "Don't wait to buy real estate. Buy real estate and wait.
➡️  "Price is what you pay. Value is what you get."

Sam Khairi

SAMO Financial LLC

Empowering accredited IT executives to diversify their portfolios and build wealth passively through passive real estate investing. We offer opportunities to IT executives to partner with us on tax-efficient investments and to take actionable steps to achieve financial independence without disrupting their demanding schedules.

Key Highlights:
> Host "The Power of Passive Investing", a YouTube webinar series educating accredited investors on passive real estate investing, tax-efficient strategies, and personal development to support financial independence.
> Have delivered over 100 educational webinars to date and continue to provide actionable insights that help clients confidently invest millions in tax-efficient real estate opportunities.
> Guid high-net-worth investors to diversify their portfolios and achieve financial independence without disrupting their busy schedules.
> Authored the Amazon Best-Selling Book ‘Your Legacy on Main Street,’ offering actionable strategies for creating generational wealth.

📞 Ready to learn how passive real estate can work for you? Schedule your complimentary consultation: https://tidycal.com/callwithalina/15-minute-meeting

Managing Partner & Passive Income Educator

Self Published

Author of the Amazon Best-Selling Book ‘Your Legacy on Main Street.’ This book offers actionable strategies for accredited investors to build passive income and generational wealth through real estate investing. It has inspired countless professionals to simplify wealth creation and take control of their financial futures.
Recognized for its practical insights and easy-to-follow framework.

Amazon Best-Selling Author

Feliciano School of Business - Montclair State University

https://www.montclair.edu/entrepreneur/virtual-mentorship/
Providing strategic mentorship to new and existing business owners, helping them build and scale successful enterprises.

Key Contributions:

> Advise entrepreneurs on funding strategies, business setup, capital raising, and creating actionable roadmaps for business growth.
> Guide clients on establishing a social media presence, building thought leadership platforms, and developing effective marketing strategies.
> Support business owners in hiring processes, operational scaling, and overcoming challenges to ensure sustainable success.

SME Small Business Coach/Consultant

TEDxBillings

Delivered a TEDx Talk on empowering parents to teach financial literacy to their children from an early age. Explored practical strategies for instilling money management skills and creating generational wealth through family-based education.

The talk emphasized the importance of starting financial education in grade school, equipping children with the tools to navigate real-world financial challenges and opportunities.

Aligned with my broader mission, the talk inspires families to embrace proactive financial literacy to build a legacy of empowerment and financial resilience.

📺 Watch my TEDx Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ro5Aciv3YIQ

TEDx Speaker

TF Management Group, LLC

Led investor relations and engagement for TF Management Group, specializing in alternative investment strategies for accredited investors.

Key Contributions:

> Built and maintained strong relationships with accredited investors, fostering trust and transparency throughout the investment lifecycle.
> Managed communication strategies to provide investors with updates on fund performance, market trends, and strategic opportunities.
> Supported fundraising efforts by educating investors on TF’s diversified portfolio offerings and tax-efficient strategies.
> Ensured compliance with regulatory standards while delivering exceptional service to high-net-worth individuals.
> Streamlined investor onboarding processes, enhancing efficiency and satisfaction.

Head of Investor Relations

Realvestor, Real Estate Bees, PodMAX, On Air Brands

Provided strategic advice on real estate investments, business growth, and marketing strategies to startups and established companies. Focused on product development, operational scaling, and enhancing market presence. Contributed to improving business outcomes through tailored recommendations and actionable growth strategies.

Strategic Advisor | Real Estate & Business Ventures

Ernst & Young, ADP, Toys R Us, and American Standard

Worked with globally recognized organizations across tax compliance, business management, e-commerce, and IT implementation. Developed expertise in managing cross-functional teams, improving operational efficiency, and driving large-scale projects for multinational organizations.

Key Contributions:
Ernst & Young & American Standard: Managed tax compliance for multinational organizations, ensuring regulatory adherence, accuracy in financial reporting, and seamless audit processes.
Toys R Us: Directed business management for global and e-commerce operations, implementing strategies that improved operational efficiency and drove growth in the digital retail space.
ADP: Streamlined payroll and HR technology solutions at ADP, improving efficiency for large-scale operations.
These experiences provided a strong foundation in leadership, operational strategy, and technology implementation, which now inform my work as a wealth educator and mentor in real estate investing and financial literacy.

Tax, Business Management, and Information Technology Specialist

Creating financially healthy and independent millionaires. One person at a time. Daily educational and inspirational posts.

As an accredited IT executive, you’ve built a successful career, but navigating volatile markets, managing taxes, and growing wealth passively can feel overwhelming.

I work with high-earning IT pros who are great at making money—but need a better game plan for keeping and growing it. I help them shift from stock-heavy, stress-heavy portfolios into passive real estate and private lending. And I don’t just drop insights and disappear—I walk with them through the actual steps, so they know exactly what to do and feel confident doing it. Because insight without action? That’s just expensive procrastination.

With over a decade of experience in real estate syndications and tax strategies, I simplify the process of building wealth—giving you the confidence to take control of your financial future without disrupting your busy schedule.

As the author of the Amazon Best-Selling Book, ‘Your Legacy on Main Street,’ and a TEDx Speaker, I provide actionable strategies that have helped countless professionals unlock the power of passive real estate investments. My proven methods have enabled clients to create consistent cash flow and retain more of their income through tax efficiencies.

Ready to take the next step? Let’s discuss your goals and explore tailored strategies to help you build wealth passively. 


➡️ Interested in learning more?
✔️ Schedule your complimentary consultation here: https://tidycal.com/callwithalina/15-minute-meeting

Disclaimer: All investments involve risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be construed as financial or investment advice.

www.SAMOFinancial.com
alina@samofinancial.com
201-754-8251

Alina Trigub

I started investing in real estate when I was 35.


My biggest regret?

That I started investing in real estate when I was 35.

Most people think waiting for the “right time” protects them from risk.
In reality, it protects them from opportunity.

Yes, single-family homes are cooling. Prices are softening. Days on market are stretching. Some homes are down around 10%.

But commercial real estate plays by different rules.

It takes more capital, deeper due diligence, and attracts fewer but more serious buyers.
A 7.5% mortgage rate won’t scare them. It didn’t decades ago, and it won’t now.

Markets always shift from sellers to buyers.
The key is knowing where you can still play offense.

That’s why disciplined investors focus on commercial assets.
The pace is slower. The data is richer. The opportunities are built on fundamentals, not fear.

My biggest lesson? Start early.

Time is the multiplier no strategy can replace.
I’m teaching my kids that now.

And my message to you: don’t wait for the perfect market. Learn to master the one we have.

If you’d like my Beginner’s Guide to Tax-Efficient Strategies Through Passive Real Estate Investing, comment “FREE GUIDE.” I’ll send it your way.

What’s your biggest lesson from your investing journey?

Guiding $350k+ IT Executives to Diversify Investments Beyond Wall Street through Real Estate| Amazon Best-Selling Author & TEDx Speaker | Tax-Efficient Strategies | Schedule Your Free Discovery Call Today

Most people are about to waste the last 50 days of the year.


They’ll call it “planning” while time, opportunity, and compounding keep moving without them.

They coast through the finish line, convincing themselves they’ll start fresh on January 1.

Here’s the uncomfortable truth:
If you can’t create momentum now, you won’t do it in January either.

The calendar doesn’t make you disciplined. Habits do.
We overestimate what can change in a week,
but underestimate what can change in fifty days of focused action.

Fifty days is enough to:
• Start your first passive investment
• Build systems that make your money work while you sleep
• Rethink how you use time, not just how you spend it

A few years before I got let go from my tech job, I started learning how money really works.

Nights, weekends, podcasts, books: I was obsessed with creating freedom while still collecting a paycheck.
So when the pink slip came, I didn’t panic.
I executed.
That moment confirmed what I’d been preparing for: never rely on one income stream again.

The wealthy don’t wait for clean slates.
They act while everyone else is still making excuses.

If you start now, you’ll roll into 2025 with results, not resolutions.

While others are writing goals, you’ll already be living them.

I’m putting together a short guide on how to use the next 50 days to build investing momentum before 2025.
Want a copy when it’s ready? Drop “50 Days” in the comments and I’ll send it when it’s done.

P.S. This picture was taken when the pandemic just started.

We spend our lives chasing success.

But here’s the real question: success for whom?


For years, I believed legacy meant financial security: numbers on a statement, assets under management, returns on investment.

But over time, I realized something powerful: legacy isn’t what you earn, it’s what endures.

It’s the lessons we teach our children about resilience.
It’s the example we set when we take calculated risks instead of staying comfortable.

It’s the courage to build something that creates real impact on Main Street and beyond.

As investors, we talk about “returns.”
But the highest return isn’t measured in percentages.

It’s in the moments when you can step away from the noise, spend time with loved ones, and know your money is quietly working for you.

That’s true financial independence.
Passive investing gives you that gift, the ability to contribute, grow, and rest without trading every minute of your life for another dollar.

Yes, our projects have produced strong returns. But the real ROI?

Time freedom. Peace of mind. Legacy that lasts.

Disclaimer: past performance is no guarantee of future results.

This Thanksgiving, I’m choosing presence over productivity.
What about you, what kind of legacy are you pausing to appreciate?

Two billion dollars.
Seven percent discount. Zero defaults.


In June 2025, Atlantic Union sold a pool of performing commercial real estate loans — at a discount.
Blackstone bought in.

At the time, it looked aggressive.
Six months later, it looks well-timed.

Here’s why:
✔️ Banks are still retreating from CRE
✔️ Private capital is setting the new price floor
✔️ The market is rewarding liquidity — not leverage

When the biggest players buy performing paper at a discount, that’s not distress.
That’s conviction.

So, the question stands:
Would you rather own the real estate…
Or lend to it while everyone else waits?

Everyone’s waiting for “the bottom.”


Meanwhile, smart money is already buying.

According to CityBiz, U.S. commercial real estate deals rose 17% year-over-year in the third quarter of 2025.

Office transactions jumped 38%, retail and industrial 24% and 7%, and apartment sales climbed 13%.
It’s not hype, it’s data.
Confidence is quietly returning to the market.

Here’s what that really means for investors:
·      Capital is flowing back into income-producing assets.
·      Debt markets are reopening as lenders regain appetite.
·      Institutional players are stepping back in while most retail investors are still waiting for certainty.

I’ve seen this movie before in 2014, when sentiment was cautious, and the best assets were trading at discounts we’d kill for today.

The headlines always lag reality.
The wealthy understand timing differently.
They don’t wait for “the perfect moment.”
They act when fear starts to fade and fundamentals start to stabilize.

This isn’t the time for hesitation.
It’s the time for positioning.

The question is: will you recognize the recovery early enough to benefit from it?

The investors who win in every market cycle have one thing in common: discipline.


And no one explains that better than Adam Gower Ph.D.
He brings clarity to real estate investing with a mix of logic, precision, and just the right amount of British wit.

He makes you think hard about fundamentals and occasionally laugh at the nonsense we all see in the market.
Adam often reminds us that success in real estate isn’t about chasing hype or telling a flashy story.

It’s about control.
It’s about preparation.
It’s about making assumptions based on reality, not wishful thinking.

That mindset is exactly what drives disciplined, passive investing.

When you focus on risk first, work with experienced operators, and value transparency over trend-chasing, you build wealth that lasts through every cycle.

His insights are a brilliant reminder that consistency beats timing, and humility beats headlines.

That’s the same philosophy I share with the investors I guide: how to grow their wealth thoughtfully, one strategic step at a time.

If you want to understand how thoughtful investing really works, Adam’s work is worth following.

And if you’d like to explore how to apply that same discipline to your own passive investing journey, I’m always happy to connect.

Who are the voices that have shaped how you think about long-term wealth building?

Inflation is creeping back up. Job growth is slowing.


Consumers are still spending, but with more caution.

That’s the picture painted by Gregory Daco, Chief Economist at EY-Parthenon, in his latest US Economic Outlook (September 2025).

It’s a mix of contradictions:
> Inflation rising again from tariffs and higher costs
> Job creation weakening as companies tighten budgets
> Consumers hanging on spending, but more selectively

According to Daco, growth could slow to 1.7% by the end of 2025 and 1.4% in 2026, with a 40% chance of recession. The Fed has started cutting rates, but uncertainty remains not just in policy, but in how businesses and households will respond.

Here’s my contrarian take: uncertainty isn’t the enemy. It’s the filter that reveals who’s truly prepared.

When the data looks messy, disciplined investors focus on what never changes: cash flow, control, and time in the market.

This is where direct real estate investing stands out:
✅ Less exposure to daily market swings
✅ Long-term holds that build wealth quietly
✅ Opportunities created by disciplined underwriting

While many wait for the “perfect entry point,” the smartest investors are already positioning for the next phase.
Because markets don’t reward hesitation. They reward preparation.

How are you adjusting your investment strategy in light of Daco’s latest outlook?

Sometimes, “progress” looks like a total mess.


Let me be the one to say what most people hide behind productivity quotes and morning routines:
Not every day is productive.
Not every week feels like progress.

And that’s OK.
This photo of my desk says it all.

Unfinished notes. Half-checked lists. Open notebooks everywhere. It looks chaotic, because it is.

But here’s the truth: progress doesn’t always look organized.
Sometimes it looks like confusion, reflection, and questioning everything you thought was true.

When I left my secure tech career to dive into real estate, I felt that chaos hard.

Some days felt electric.
Others… like walking through fog.
It was uncomfortable, but it expanded me.
It forced me to unlearn everything I believed about money, time, and success.

That’s when I realized:
Those “messy” days were rewiring me.
Growth isn’t linear. It’s psychological first, financial second.
Consistency > Intensity
Grace > Guilt

Keep showing up, even when it’s not perfect.
That’s where the real transformation happens.

How do you handle the quiet, frustrating, or unmotivated days?

Everyone watches the Fed.


But the bond market is what actually drives real estate.

While headlines buzzed about the Fed’s 25-basis-point rate cut in late October, the real story has been unfolding quietly in the 10-year Treasury yield.

It’s been holding between 4.00% and 4.25%, and most analysts now expect the next move to be downward.

More importantly, volatility has dropped sharply.
In the first half of 2025, yields were swinging daily.

Now, those movements are narrowing, and that stability is exactly what multifamily and commercial real estate investors have been waiting for.

I’ve been tracking this shift closely across several commercial deals over the last few quarters, and the numbers tell an encouraging story.

✅ Predictable financing outlooks
✅ Informed investment decisions
✅ Greater certainty across Main Street markets

When rates stop moving wildly, smart investors stop guessing and start deploying capital.

The Fed sets the tone.
The bond market sets the stage.

Where are you watching opportunity form right now: the headlines or the market signal behind them?

P.S. If you’d like to see what opportunities might align with your goals, feel free to connect or send a message. Always happy to share what I’m seeing in the market.

AI will change the world.



But the money chasing it might blow it up first.

The Washington Post's recent article said it best:
We’ve seen this before.

In 2000: Telecoms sold “dark fiber” to each other.
Booked fake growth.
It crashed.

Today:
• Nvidia funds startups that buy its chips
• Big Tech backs AI firms that spend on Big Tech cloud
• Everyone shows “record growth”

It works.
Until it doesn’t.

AI needs $480B in new revenue to justify 2025 spending.
That’s not growth: that’s gravity.
 
But here’s the twist:
Even if the bubble bursts, the infrastructure stays.
Like fiber optics after dot-com.
The tech survives. The financial engineering doesn’t.
 
While others chase AI unicorns...

Smart money is buying the picks, shovels and power.
Where are you heading?

Layoffs are slowing. But the danger to passive investors isn't.


The latest Challenger Report shows job cuts fell sharply in November, and with the Fed meeting this week, many expect a 25 basis point rate cut.

That sounds like good news.

But look closer.

Over 71,000 layoffs were still announced in November. Through November, employers cut 1.17 million jobs, a 54% increase over the same period last year. (Source: Challenger, Gray & Christmas)

The job market is stabilizing, not strengthening. That distinction matters, especially for passive investors.

When layoffs rise:
·      Consumer spending contracts
·      Renters come under pressure
·      Thin-margin operators get exposed
·      Optimistic underwriting unravels

Here's what most people miss:
Rate cuts won't save bad deals.
Layoffs don't kill strong investments. They expose weak ones.

A resilient deal is built for stress:
·      Conservative rent growth assumptions
·      Strong reserves
·      A proven operator
·      No reliance on cheap debt refinancing

A fragile deal collapses the moment the economy loses its tailwind.

What I tell every serious investor right now:
Don't fear market cycles. Fear weak underwriting.

If you're reviewing a deal and want a second set of eyes on the assumptions or the sponsor, send me a message.

Most people get triggered by wealth stories.


The wealthy get curious.

Fortune recently shared one about a New Jersey family offering $264,000 a year for a private tutor — plus 45 vacation days, a car, and a guesthouse.

Most people read that and think, “That’s insane.”
I didn’t.

They’re not paying for math lessons.
They’re paying for peace of mind, time, and predictable outcomes.

That’s what money does when you understand it.
It doesn’t just buy luxury.
It buys leverage.

The wealthy don’t collect money. They deploy it.
They use it to create space.
To delegate stress.

To design the life they actually want, not the one they were handed.
When you start investing like the wealthy, your mindset changes too.

It’s no longer, “Can I afford this?”
It becomes, “What does this free me to do?”

That’s the real difference between income and independence.
So the next time you see a story like this, don’t focus on the price tag.

Focus on the mindset.

If money stopped being about survival, what would you use it to create?

If you're looking to learn more about NNN, or more specifically about STNL, here's an article for you.

Single-tenant net lease properties don’t get the attention that flashier asset classes do, but Alina Trigub lays out why they continue to anchor income-focused portfolios.

She walks through the fundamentals behind STNL performance:
- How the lease structure shifts expenses to the tenant
- Why credit strength matters as much as location
- How long-term corporate-backed leases create durable income streams. 
- Cap-rate trends, tenant guarantees, and the risks investors should underwrite thoughtfully.

If you’re evaluating defensive, low-volatility real estate, this is a clear overview of what makes STNL assets a steady fit for long-term income strategies.

Article by Alina Trigub
 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gPAv6TtW

Open article: Single-Tenant Net Leases to Build Predictable Income by investclearly.com

Single-Tenant Net Leases to Build Predictable Income

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