July 25, 2025

Joao Macavilca

Episode 276: From Duplexes to 92 Doors: Scaling Real Estate with Systems and Grit with Joao Macavilca

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Listen in as Erin and Joao discuss:

  • How Joao went from buying one duplex a year to owning 92 properties in just three years — all through strategic networking, mentorship, and the BRRRR method.
  • How joining masterminds and attending live events help overcome introversion and build partnerships that accelerated his success.
  • Why multifamily buildings can actually be simpler to renovate and scale than single-family homes.
  • How Joao uses syndications to offer passive income opportunities for investors — and how he de-risks deals before ever bringing them to market.
  • How real estate professionals can go beyond transactions by expanding their knowledge and networks to serve clients’ long-term wealth-building goals.

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About

I’m Joao Macavilca, CEO and Founder of Start to Finish Capital. Growing up in challenging circumstances in New Jersey, I was raised by undocumented parents in a modest attic, an experience that shaped my resilience and ambition. Despite starting with minimal resources, I climbed the corporate ladder to become a National Operations Manager, gaining expertise in leadership, logistics, and process improvement.

Inspired by ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad,’ I transitioned into real estate, embracing the BRRRR method to grow my portfolio and establish a construction company with commercial general contractor licenses in multiple states. From residential flips to securing a 54-unit commercial property, my journey is marked by perseverance, learning from mistakes, and building a legacy.

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