Multifamily Real Estate Investors

Stop Guessing.

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with Confidence.

Get clear on your numbers, structure your deals the right way, and finally close apartment deals with confidence, using expert strategies that have helped thousands of investors and professionals take action and succeed.

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Welcome to Illuminated Investing

You’re Not Just Learning About Apartments.

You’re Learning How to Actually Do Deals.

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Illuminated Investing is a coaching-driven program built to help you go from “interested in apartments” to analyzing, financing, and closing profitable multifamily real estate deals with expert support at every step.
See What You’ll Learn

Student success stories:

Real students. Real results.

What They're Saying:

"I didn’t even know what the possibilities were before taking Trevor’s course... He's a motivator, and I appreciate everything that he's done for me.”
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Case Study:
With Trevor's guidance, in less than one year, Satyam went from zero real estate holdings to owning 27 units.

"This was exactly what I was looking for to help transfer my knowledge to real estate. My broker actually recommended this and man am I happy he did. I love this course. Easy to understand and direct. Thank you!" - Satyam R., Apartment Investor
" Trevor is really charismatic in the way that he teaches and he has some stories that will really stick in your brain. He has that real life experience"
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- Monique L., CPA, Multifamily Investor & Developer
" The level of detail and the way that Trevor teaches these courses is very digestible, letting people learn at the pace they need to learn."
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- Deniz A., Commercial Real Estate Developer
"I didn’t even know what the possibilities were before taking Trevor’s course... He's a motivator, and I appreciate everything that he's done for me.”

‍- Jeff S., Multifamily Investor & Developer
" Everything I learned about real estate, I learned from his course. It's like no other. I looked all over the Internet or something like this, and luckily I found it."

‍- Michelle S., Multifamily Real Estate Broker
Case Study:
With Trevor's help, Chris went from 18 units to 90 units, with no money out of pocket, after learning how to optimize leverage.
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- Chris B., Multifamily Real Estate Investor

Better than group coaching:

A smarter way to get the results you want.

How it works

You don't need to rearrange your schedule to attend live classes. You'll get 24/7 access, live expert coaching, individual support, and a community. It's the coaching you want, when you want it.
Live coaching and personalized feedback
→ Drop-in to ask questions, review your deal, or just get support anytime you want via direct video outreach, live Q&A, structured learning, and more.
Go at your own pace and learn anytime on-demand
→ You get unlimited access that lets you pick up any part of the system on your own time, at your speed, whenever it fits your schedule.
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Network and community of investors and pros
→ Connect with like-minded investors to stay accountable, exchange insights, hear about "Haves & Wants" and learn together.
Ready-made tools and templates you can use today
→ You'll get access to real-world investor tools, models, checklists, contract templates, guides, and so much more. Don't see it? Just ask, and we'll create it together.
"You’re never alone in this journey. This program combines the flexibility of self-paced learning with the accountability and guidance of live coaching.”
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Everything you need to become a successful apartment investor:

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Build an Investing Strategy You'll Actually Follow

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Find the Right Market—and the Right Deals

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Finance Your Apartments & Leverage with Confidence

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Underwrite Multifamily  Deals Easily Like a Pro

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Navigate Due Diligence & Close with Confidence

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Scale Your Portfolio and Build Long-Term Wealth

What makes this program different:

✅ This is built for real life, on your time, not a rigid schedule

You can move at your own pace in a step-by-step system designed for busy professionals. No required group calls. Just clear direction, whenever you’re ready for it.

✅ You get personalized insights and support for your unique strategy

You'll get support, deal reviews, and answers to your questions—without having to wait for a weekly coaching call. Ask a question and get a personal response from me.

✅ Tools built for real deals that you don't need to figure out alone

You'll get instant access to the same underwriting spreadsheets, deal calculators, and pro forma templates I use with clients to close multifamily properties.

✅ Hear stories & case studies from actual investors in your community

Learn directly from people who’ve structured, financed, and closed their first—or fifth—apartment deal.

✅ Access to your own network of investors & professionals

Surround yourself with like-minded professionals who are building real momentum. Stay connected, ask questions, and grow together.

This isn’t just information. It’s a clear path to action—designed for investors who are serious about doing their next deal.

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You don't have to figure this out alone

The strategies are proven. The path is clear.
Now it’s just a matter of taking action.

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    Your coach:
    Trevor Calton

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    Multifamily Real Estate Investor, Mentor, Coach, and Speaker
    For over 20 years, I’ve helped real estate investors and professionals confidently analyze, structure, and close multifamily and commercial real estate deals. My passion is simplifying complex financial concepts so you take action and succeed.

    My Credentials and Background

    My Journey from Investor to Educator

    Trevor Calton United State President's Volunteer Service AwardTrevor Calton Bank of America Local Hero AwardTrevor Calton Business Journal Forty Under 40 AwardPortland State University logo
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    My Credentials and Background

    My Journey from Investor to Educator

    What students are saying:

    Don't just take my word for it.
    See what actual students have to say.

    Trevor Calton is a great instructor! You can tell he really enjoys teaching.
    "Trevor is a great instructor! You can tell he really enjoys teaching."
    Probably the best course I've taken anywhere. Trevor Calton was very insightful and even answered many questions that were beyond the scope of the course.
    "Probably the best course I've taken anywhere. Trevor was very insightful and even answered many questions that were beyond the scope of the course."
    Trevor Calton is one of the best teachers I've ever had. His ability to use real world experience in the lessons is a huge benefit. Overall, he was very effective and I would highly recommend this course.
    "Trevor is one of the best teachers I've ever had. His ability to use real world experience in the lessons is a huge benefit. Overall, he was very effective and I would highly recommend this course."
    Trevor Calton has the experience and knowledge to teach this course and was always able to answer relevant questions. He created a professional atmosphere and ensured that students could grasp the concepts.
    "Trevor has the experience and knowledge to teach this course and was always able to answer relevant questions. He created a professional atmosphere and ensured that students could grasp the concepts."
    Trevor Calton is an excellent instructor.
    "Trevor is an excellent instructor."
    Trevor Calton is an amazing instructor and is a very personable teacher. Amazing!
    "Trevor is an amazing instructor and is a very personable teacher. Amazing!"
    This is the best finance course (of any kind) that I have taken.
    "This is the best finance course (of any kind) that I have taken."
    Best instructor ever!
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    I learned more in this course than any college course in 4 years.
    "I learned more in this course than any college course in 4 years."
    Best course I have ever taken!
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    What you get with Illuminated Investing

    ✅ 12 months of full unlimited access to all content
    No rush. Move through the modules at your own pace and revisit lessons anytime and get live guidance on your schedule.

    ✅ Deal tools that make you faster and smarter
    Downloadable templates, calculators, and underwriting models used by professionals to evaluate and close real deals.

    ✅ A private investor community
    Get support, accountability, and real-time feedback—without going it alone.

    ✅ Bonus 1:1 Strategy Sessions‍
    You’ll get a personal onboarding call with Trevor to align your goals, answer your questions, and set you up for success.

    ✅ Persoanalized Deal Reviews
    Submit one deal for expert feedback on structure, financing, and next steps.
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    You don’t need another course.

    You need a clear strategy, expert tools, and the support to take action.

    If you're serious about investing in apartments, this is your next step.
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    Join thousands of successful investors

    "Trevor's program helped me structure my first multifamily deal the right way—no guesswork!"
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    "I learned a tremendous amount from the courses and coaching sessions with Trevor at Real Estate Finance Academy."
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    "Trevor’s teachings simplified calculations and made many concepts easier to understand."
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    "I'm truly amazed at this course! The financial calculator section is priceless in itself. I'm less than halfway through, and I already feel like it's paid for itself!"

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    "The practical tools, financial models, and real-world case studies were great! Trevor gave me the confidence to take action."

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    "Before taking this course, I had no idea how to analyze a deal. Now, I break out my financial calculator and impress brokers and investors with my knowledge!"

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    "Trevor is the real deal, explaining everything and going over the problems with solutions and real-world stories from his own experience.”

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    "Trevor’s passion for teaching is clear. He takes complex topics and makes them easy to understand."

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    "This is, by far, one of the best investment decisions I’ve ever made. The value in this course is unmatched!"

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    Frequently asked questions

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    Don't let another year go by without taking action.

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