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Curious about hotel investing but not sure where to start?
In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Kelly and I are joined by hotel investor and entrepreneur Sujay Mehta, founder of Bloom Ventures. Sujay shares how he went from exploring a development opportunity in his community to building a growing portfolio of branded hotel properties across the U.S., including partnerships with industry leaders like Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt.
We get real about what makes hotels different from other real estate strategies, how to spot a great deal, and why even small changes in hotel operations can add up to massive cash flow improvements.
If you’ve ever looked at hotels and thought “too big,” “too complicated,” or “too far off,” Sujay breaks down exactly how it’s possible to get started even with limited capital or no prior experience. This one’s packed with practical insights, mindset shifts, and clear advice you can take action on today.
Whether you’re looking to pivot from residential investing or explore new verticals, this is a must-listen masterclass.
What You’ll Learn:
- How hotel investing compares to multifamily and where the cash flow differences really are
- How Sujay bought his first 75-room hotel using an SBA loan and a friends-and-family raise
- Tips for finding hotel deals (including off-market strategies)
- The biggest profit opportunities in hotel operations, down to the bagels
- What it means to truly “own a business within a building”
- The mindset and work ethic required to build a hotel portfolio from the ground up
- How beginners can start small with Airbnbs, capital partners, or boutique properties
Sujay Mehta is a hotel investor, entrepreneur, and founder of Bloom Ventures. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Sujay has acquired and developed over a dozen hotels, working with global brands like Hilton, Hyatt, and Marriott.
Known for his hands-on approach and ability to create cash flow through operational excellence, Sujay also supports other investors through coaching, angel investing, with the Hotel Investor Academy. His deep focus on long-term value, transparency with partners, and no-nonsense work ethic has made him a respected voice in both real estate and entrepreneurship.
This episode is your roadmap to entering one of real estate’s most misunderstood but most profitable asset classes.
Listen now and share this episode with anyone who’s ready to think bigger in their investing journey.
Contact Sujay Mehta here:
Website: https://bloom.ventures
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sujmehta/
Hotel Investor Academy: https://community.boutiquehotelacademy.com/
Website: https://bloom.ventures
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sujmehta/
Hotel Investor Academy: https://community.boutiquehotelacademy.com/
This episode has been brought to you in part by:
Dalia Barsoum, Streetwise Mortgages – https://streetwisemortgages.com
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