About Heartland Multi-Family
CEO - Darin Garman
Darin has over a 30-year multifamily investment track record and has helped hundreds of landlords, investors, private funds, family offices, CEOs, entrepreneurs, business owners, and many former business owners use Heartland Multi-Family as a primary vehicle in not only scaling, but also protecting, insulating, and building wealth.
He is an author with seven books on multifamily ownership and investing, a former bank owner and board of director member, and an owner himself of over $100M+ in Heartland Multi-Family. For years, Darin has been one of America’s top “go-to guys” for all things multifamily.
First and foremost, Darin Garman is a husband (36+ years) and father of three who lives in Marion, Iowa. Darin is the author of the popular The 9 Month Investment as well as Paranoid Banker Secrets – A Conservative Investors Guide to Double Digit Returns In Any Economy, Getting Rich In Real Estate Partnerships, Turning PRO As A Real Estate Investor, Paranoid Investor, Renter Nation, Inner Circle: How Anyone Can Achieve All Of Their Personal And Financial Dreams In Record Time Using The Power of INNER CIRCLE, and Half A Billion Sold!.
Darin’s unique platform of five interrelated real estate companies has positioned him as a frequent guest on radio talk shows, podcasts, and TV news related to multifamily ownership, management, and investing.
Darin is active in the lives of his family and has attended as coach or parent more athletic activities than one can count. Darin is deeply involved in his family’s life, having attended countless athletic events as either a coach or a supportive parent. He has been present at football, soccer, and wrestling matches, often from the sidelines or the stands, with two of his children ultimately competing in NCAA Division I sports.
Darin’s favorite “hobby” is to spend time with friends and family at his lake home in Arnolds Park, IA.
Darin has amassed a diverse (and certainly interesting) roster of credentials:
Graduated Bishop Garrigan High School Algona, Iowa in 1985 – they were POSSIBLY glad to get rid of him?
All State Football Player in High School.
Agent - Isaiah Garman
Isaiah Garman is a football player originally from Marion, Iowa, who attended Linn-Mar High School, where he played defensive and linebacker positions on the football team. Hudl In high school he competed on the Linn-Mar varsity football team and developed as a standout athlete. MaxPreps.com After high school, he continued his football career at the University of Northern Iowa, where he played as a long snapper for the Northern Iowa Panthers. ESPN.com+1 At Northern Iowa, he wore jersey number 54 and contributed on special teams for the Panthers. ESPN.com Statistics show he is listed at around 5′11″ and 204 lbs with experience competing at the college level. USA TODAY Before college he also played linebacker at Upper Iowa University early in his collegiate career, participating in games and recording tackles. Upper Iowa University Athletics Beyond football, his social media presence reflects connections to sports and community life around Marion and Iowa. Instagram Overall, Garman’s athletic journey from local high school football to college competition highlights his dedication to the sport and his roots in Marion. Very Handsome.
Agent - Trot Carey
Mildly Funny
Ownership
Our goal is to become the best multifamily owner in Iowa by setting the highest standards for quality, integrity, and long-term performance. We are committed to building communities that residents are proud to call home while delivering consistent value to our investors. Through One Property Management, we hold our management team to elite operational standards, emphasizing accountability, responsiveness, and excellence at every property. We believe great ownership starts with great management, strong culture, and disciplined execution. Over the next ten years, we expect to grow our portfolio to 10,000+ units across the state of Iowa. This growth will be achieved thoughtfully and responsibly, never sacrificing quality, ethics, or resident experience for speed.