Jake Goodman
Tampa
Summary
Results-driven commercial real estate professional specializing in hotel investment sales and real estate finance. Strong foundation in financial modeling, market analysis, and deal structuring, with hands-on experience in investment underwriting and transaction execution. Entrepreneurial background in real estate management, complemented by a deep understanding of hospitality assets. Adept at building strategic investment portfolios and fostering long-term relationships with institutional investors, special servicers, and capital market participants.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hotel Investment Sales
Paramount Lodging Advisors
Tampa
10.2024 - Current
- Led the sale of a 352-key hotel portfolio, structuring the deal to maximize investor returns while mitigating risk
- Built and strengthened relationships with special servicers, institutional investors, and private equity groups to source distressed and opportunistic hospitality assets
- Attended institutional-level investment conferences to expand industry network and identify off-market deal flow
- Conducted financial underwriting and asset valuation to provide clients with data-driven investment strategies
- Negotiated hotel transactions by aligning investor goals with market opportunities and capital market conditions
Hotel Investment Sales
Matthews Real Estate Investment Services
Tampa
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Conducted financial modeling and underwriting to evaluate hotel acquisition opportunities, utilizing CAP rates, IRR analysis, and cash flow projections
- Developed and maintained relationships with institutional and private investors, providing tailored investment strategies
- Performed market feasibility studies and investment due diligence, analyzing industry trends, competitive positioning, and risk factors
- Structured and negotiated hotel investment transactions, coordinating with lenders and capital markets teams
- Made 500+ cold calls per week to source off-market deals, expanding the firm’s client base and increasing transaction volume
Hostr Hospitality Group
Fort Myers
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: Self-Employed
- Built and scaled a real estate investment and management firm, specializing in hospitality and short-term rental assets
- Created detailed proformas and financial forecasts, optimizing profitability and investor returns
- Managed a portfolio of high-yield short-term rental properties, implementing pricing strategies and marketing campaigns to maximize NOI and occupancy rates
- Negotiated property acquisitions and partnerships, leveraging market data and revenue projections
- Developed and executed operational strategies to increase asset value and long-term appreciation
- Self-Employed
Real Estate Investment Analyst
LSI Companies
Fort Myers
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in investment underwriting and financial modeling for commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions
- Conducted cash flow analysis and valuation assessments using CAP rates and discounted cash flow (DCF) models
- Researched market trends, demographics, and asset performance to identify investment opportunities
- Prepared investment memorandums and market reports for institutional investors and private equity firms
- Collaborated with senior brokers and lenders on debt financing options and capital structuring
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers05.2023
Skills
- Sourcing New Business
- Investment Analysis
- Financial modeling
- Market Research
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Client Relationship Management
- Time Management
Extracurricular Activities
Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Member, Fort Myers, FL, 09/01/19, 05/01/23
Certification
- FL Real Estate Licenese
Timeline
Hotel Investment Sales
Paramount Lodging Advisors
10.2024 - Current
Hotel Investment Sales
Matthews Real Estate Investment Services
08.2023 - 10.2024
Hostr Hospitality Group
04.2022 - 07.2023
Real Estate Investment Analyst
LSI Companies
08.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
Florida Gulf Coast University
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