We'd love to meet with you! Whether you're looking to grow a portfolio from the ground up or optimize your current holdings, the TCREI team is happy to help in any way possible. We love networking with local investors, guiding brand new investors on their journeys, and supporting other entrepreneurs in the real estate space.
Adam Tafel
Real Estate Agent • Upside Property Sales – BRIX Real Estate
Adam is an investor-focused real estate agent who helps buyers find and analyze deals across the Twin Cities metro. With deep experience in investment property acquisitions, he brings a buyer's perspective to every episode—helping listeners understand what makes a good deal and how to move quickly in competitive markets.
Based in St. Paul, Adam works with everyone from first-time house hackers to experienced investors scaling their portfolios. When he's not closing deals, he's probably running numbers on his next potential investment.
Tim Swierczek
Mortgage Lender • NMLS# 103522
Tim is a mortgage professional who specializes in helping real estate investors structure financing for their deals. With expertise in conventional loans, DSCR products, and creative financing strategies, he brings the lending perspective to the podcast—breaking down what's possible and how to make the numbers work.
Based in White Bear Lake, Tim has helped hundreds of investors secure financing for single-family rentals, small multifamily properties, and everything in between. He's the guy you want in your corner when you're trying to figure out how to fund your next acquisition.