Unlock the Toolkit Behind $500M of Real Estate Success
Unlock the Toolkit Behind $500M of Real Estate Success




But real estate isn’t just about numbers. It’s about people, stories, and solving problems in real time. My experience extends beyond brokerage: I’ve directed award-winning films, hosted multiple podcasts, and built creative ventures from the ground up. That means I know how to communicate vision, earn confidence, and get people to see what’s possible.


In 2024, everything changed. I lost a major client — not because of performance, but because a new CFO wanted to bring in his own team. That moment exposed a hard truth: no matter how good you are, you’re still vulnerable when you don’t control the asset. I decided then that I would no longer build someone else’s future. I began investing in multifamily — for myself, and for the people I care about.



From launching my own firm to directing films, to developing multifamily real estate — I move with purpose, I learn fast, and I lead with integrity. I’ve closed complex deals, managed large teams, and navigated uncertainty with focus and grit. I don’t just dream big. I build big.



Real estate investors don’t just want numbers — they want someone they can trust. These three personal brand articles tell the story behind the strategy, giving potential investors a real glimpse into what drives me, what I’ve built, and why I do it. Use them to build credibility, spark connection, and show you’re more than just another operator.
It was the first week back after spring break in 2024 when I got the email that changed everything. The subject line was routine. The tone was professional. But the message was clear: one of my largest, longest-standing clients had decided to go in a different direction. A new CFO had come on board, and with that came new relationships, new preferences, and unfortunately, no room for me...
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I spent twenty years working in commercial real estate brokerage, and during that time, I thought I had seen everything. I worked with tenants, landlords, and investors. I closed nearly half a billion dollars in deals. I negotiated leases as large as 65,000 square feet and as complex as any chess match. I started my career at Cushman & Wakefield... But something was missing.
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A few years ago, I found myself on a film set with a 50-person crew, directing a project I had written from scratch. I had never directed a film before. I didn’t go to film school. I didn’t have a background in production. But I was drawn to the challenge. I wanted to create something from nothing and figure it out along the way...
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Let’s create something real — together!
MAX CHOPOVSKY





Darcel Ballentine


Darcel Ballentine

