Tom Kaiman is the founder of Mia Rose Holdings, a St. Louis-based real estate development firm with nearly $1B in assets under management and over 3,000 apartment units developed. Before becoming a prolific builder, Tom was a professional hockey player and earned a degree in civil engineering. His unique background in sports, construction, and entrepreneurship has shaped his mission: to build high-quality multifamily housing at a lower cost basis while prioritizing team alignment and community impact.
In this episode, Tom shares his full-circle journey from skating rinks to development sites, highlighting his investment philosophy, construction-first strategy, and passion for creating long-term wealth. He breaks down how Mia Rose self-funds pre-development, structures deals with recourse loans, and aligns team incentives by making every partner an owner. He also discusses the challenges of real estate timing, the power of reading, and why understanding money supply and inflation is critical for every investor. Whether you’re a developer, investor, or entrepreneur, this episode delivers tactical insights and hard-won wisdom.
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