In this episode of we sit down with down with Jeff Barker, real estate investor, developer, and co-founder of Opinicon Investments. Jeff shares how his team is scaling into large multifamily developments, including their upcoming 15 unit new build, and what it really takes to manage risk before breaking ground. We dive into the due diligence process—from market analysis and construction feasibility to investor vetting—and explore how Jeff transitioned from smaller multifamily deals to full-scale developments. Whether you’re an investor looking to move from acquisitions to ground-up projects or simply want to sharpen your property-vetting skills, this episode breaks down the systems, mindset, and steps behind making smart real estate decisions. 🎙 Topics Covered: How Opinicon Investments approaches new builds and multifamily development The complete due diligence checklist for investors Common red flags when evaluating real estate projects How to scale responsibly and avoid costly mistakes Lessons learned from building 15 unit new developments Jeff Socials Facebook: Website: 💡All Things REI Socials Insta: Facebook: Youtube: @AllThingsREI #allthingsrei #WindsorRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #WindsorInvestors #CanadianRealEstate