Real estate is undoubtedly one of the most profitable and thriving industries out there - especially if you are looking to achieve financial independence! It offers a wide variety of ways to invest actively and passively. If you are new to real estate investing and FI, and seek the proper guidance from experts, you are in the right place. Welcome to Invest2FI, hosted by Craig Curelop and Ali Garced. In this series, we talk with real-life house hackers, real estate (and other!) investors and ...
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Meet David Duggan and Brendan Bennett, your friends at Upright. They’re talking to real estate investors just like you about what they can expect with this volatile market from the perspective of a hard money lender. This podcast is for passive and active investors who need a no-nonsense take on the REI market and what they should know about investing their money. Subscribe for weekly easy-to-digest episodes so you can stay at the top of your REI game. Real Estate Investing: Unscripted is av ...
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The Big Picture Blueprint: Navigating Land, Real Estate, and Business Success
Dan Haberkost & Mason McDonald
Life and business can be extremely complex and we want to simplify that for our listeners. Join Mason McDonald and Dan Haberkost, two twenty-something full-time investors that have unlocked financial and geographical independence through their niche of land investing, as they break down specific tactics and strategies to help you unlock the formula for wealth in every aspect of life. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, an employee eyeing passive investment, or ...
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Ready to start, scale, and turn a profit with real estate investing? Brought to you by RentRedi, the platform that makes renting easy for landlords and tenants, The Real Estate Pod tackles all sides of real estate investing and provides you with actionable strategies to start, scale, and cashflow your real estate business. Our hosts are here to share with you entrepreneurial mindsets, investing strategies, and how to build long-term wealth. We’ve partnered with successful real estate investo ...
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Craig Curelop: House Hacking, Building a Brokerage and Creatively Scaling Your Portfolio
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In this episode, Craig Curelop, Founder of The FI Team, talks about the financial challenges that often plague entrepreneurs. He shares his insights on swiftly building a robust real estate team, despite industry challenges. He emphasizes hiring for culture fit and offering incentives to top performers. With the real estate landscape evolving, Crai…
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Episode 186 - From Youth Pastor to Laundromat King: Jordan Berry's Path to Financial Freedom
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Have you ever wondered how people achieve financial freedom through the laundromat business? Today, we’re excited to have Jordan Berry, who is at the forefront of the laundromat industry, as an expert in helping investors find high cash flows and financial freedom through buying laundromats and pursuing commercial real estate investing. As an indus…
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Kevin Corsini: Building and Scaling a Home Flipping Franchise
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In this episode with Dr. Kevin Corsini, we will delve into the world of real estate investing education and community building. Dr. Kevin sheds light on their franchise's unique approach to learning, blending asynchronous content with live support. He touches upon values, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution in business partnerships, emp…
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Invest2Friday: Breaking Down the Buying Process
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Listen up first time buyers & rookie realtors. If you want to know the nitty gritty of what goes down in a buyer's transaction tune into this week's episode of Invest2Friday. Chad Rocke @Rocketherealtor, runs through the deal from the first client call to the closing table. And this just isn't the tactics of what to do when, but the strategic moves…
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Episode 185 - Helping One Million People Leave Corporate America and Build Multi-Million Dollar Businesses with Brian Luebben
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Not looking forward to working until you’re 65 and missing out on the best years of your life? Our guest today has a single goal: to help a million people go from employee to 8-figure entrepreneur with the limitless power of real estate! Join us in this engaging podcast episode featuring Brian Luebben, a successful entrepreneur who went from corpor…
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How to Build a Successful Sales team in San Diego with Vinnie Enriquez
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In this episode, Vinnie Enriquez, Team Lead of The Enriquez Group, talks about the importance of treating agents as individuals, not just parts of a system, and he shares methods for building strong teams. He discussed the insights on client profiles for investing, noting the importance of understanding the local market and researching potential op…
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Invest2Friday: Hello Rent-By-The-Room in Denver
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This week Governor Polis signed a bill that eliminated the occupancy limits on the number of unrelated people that can live under one roof in Colorado. This is HUGE for Colorado investors and those seeking affordable housing. Tune in to hear about the bill and what this means for the future of investing in Colorado. Join us for a FREE webinar on Ap…
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E53 - Kevin Kim | Hanging in the Lender Lounge
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This week, Brendan brings in Doug Dvorak to help facilitate our conversation with Kevin Kim, Partner at Geraci LLP and host of the Lender Lounge Podcast! We're stoked to be able to talk with Kevin who is a nationally recognized expert in the mortgage fund formation and a leading instructor for the American Association of Private Lenders. We talk ab…
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Episode 184 - Thriving in Uncomfortable Situations and Building Wealth with AJ Osborne
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In this episode, AJ Osborne, CEO of Cedar Creek Capital and a prominent figure in self-storage syndication, shares his inspiring journey centered on two themes: mental resilience and making things happen. In 2018, AJ was diagnosed with Guillan Barre Syndrome, and he was faced with a choice: to either accept the life of being “that wheelchair guy” o…
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Chad leads this episode off humbly saying he's no expert at partnerships, but he, like many real estate agents who invest, learn the ropes of partnerships to maximize their investments. Partnerships are a great way to get started in real estate when you don't qualify for a conventional loan - think a 1099 employee like an agent with less than 2 yea…
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Episode 183 - Raising Millions of Capital for Real Estate Deals With Paul Sparks
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Curious to hear what your career could look like five to seven years down the line? In our latest episode, Paul Sparks shares his eye-opening real estate journey. From leaving his W2 sales job to starting a wholesaling business to raising capital for ten-million-dollar deals, Paul began his real estate career in 2017 and has seen incredible success…
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David Richter from Profit First: How to Track and Control the Metrics that Matter in your Business
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In this episode, David Richter, Founder and Owner of SimpleCFO, talks about the financial challenges that often plague entrepreneurs. He starts by exploring common mistakes in managing finances and strategies to overcome them. Emotional distress, lack of a simple system, and over-reliance on a single bank account are highlighted as key hurdles. Dav…
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Invest2Friday: NAR Settlement - Old News, New Spin
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You've got to be hiding under a rock to not have watched at least one video or listened to one podcast about the NAR settlement. So why should you tune in to hear Craig's take? Because nothing Craig says here is newsworthy or clickbait-y it's just plain facts and an unemotional opinion. Tune in if you want the facts & the take from an agent who pot…
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E52 - Steve Yoak | From Teacher to 100 Deals a Year
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Investor/Lender/Coach/Pride of Akron, Ohio, Steve Yoak, joins us to talk about how he took his career from teaching math to scoring 100+ deals a year as a real estate investor! We talk about Steve’s best practices for managing rental properties and scaling, his thoughts on the current coaching landscape, how networks and social media helps him scor…
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Episode 182 - Learn How To Find Ideal Private Lenders, Venture Partners, and Real Estate Mentors with Andrew Freed
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If you’re worried that making it big in real estate takes too much time, Andrew Freed’s incredible journey shows how your earning potential can skyrocket in three years. As a former project manager turned real estate entrepreneur, Andrew shares how he began taking real estate seriously in 2020. With a determination to build genuine wealth, Andrew d…
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Why We Started Ground Up Partners & How you can Apply the Same Concepts in your Own Business!
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In this episode, we focus on the reasons behind starting Ground Up Partners, highlighting the inefficiencies in financing land deals and the opportunities they present. We also share our approach to business, utilizing our real estate background and skills in the land-flipping niche. We detail the process, from research and market selection to mark…
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Tune into today's episode of Invest2Friday to hear the process Chad Rocke took to buy his most recent house. Was there an investing angle & did it cover his mortgage? How much did he get in seller concessions & how did he use them? Why was a house on the market for that many days with price drops? Did he sell his previous house? Walk through the mi…
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Episode 181 - Living the Dream Nomad Life and Investing Internationally with Daniel Rusteen of OptimizeMyBnb.com
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In this latest episode, dive into an insightful conversation with Daniel Rusteen, the founder of OptimizeMyBnb.com and the bestselling author of "Optimize YOUR Bnb: The Definitive Guide to Ranking #1 in Airbnb Search." His unique perspective comes from his experience as a former Airbnb employee, a current Superhost, a full-time Airbnb guest, and a …
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In this episode, Brett Swarts, Founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions delves into deferral solutions, shedding light on real estate investing, tax planning, and business growth. Brett breaks down the mechanics of deferred sales trusts, highlighting their benefits such as tax-efficient exits and multiple exit strategies. He underscores the flexibili…
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Invest2Friday: Side Hustles to Increase your Income by 20-30%
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In this episode of Invest2Friday Craig lays out 10 ways you can increase your W2 income by 20-30%. Now before you think "that's impossible!!!!", Craig did some of these exact things himself to save for his first house hack. After a year of solid side hustles you can save $20-$30K, which is enough to get you into your first house hack. Would you tra…
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E51 - Haseeb Rahman | Raising Capital, Deploying Capital, and Getting the Return
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Experienced Investment Executive and Portfolio Manager at The Palisades Group, Haseeb Rahman, joins us to gives us a peek behind the curtain of how he sources funds! We talk about where people are going to raise money, what to look for in lenders, how to analyze the borrower risk, and more! Brought to you by: upright.us Production team: connversa.c…
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Episode 180 - Building True Wealth In Your 30s with Rental Property Master Chad Carson
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Join Chad Carson on the Invest2FI podcast as he opens the door to his world, sharing the pivotal role that real estate investing played in liberating him from the financial grind. Also known as Coach Carson, Chad is committed to sharing his expertise in rental properties through his exclusive learning and coaching community, Rental Property Mastery…
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Building Roots and Sustainable Businesses with HGTV's Ben Dozier
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Join us as Ben Dozier, Founder & CEO of Root Design Company, takes us on a journey from his Texas roots to establishing a thriving business in the scenic landscapes of Colorado. We will discover the significance of saying no to the right projects, streamlining payment processes, and aligning incentives to ensure project success. In the latter part …
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Invest2Friday: The Time Chad ALMOST Became Famous & A Market Update
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Do you watch those HGTV and A&E reality shows about buying, selling & flipping homes? Chad made the final casting for a production, that unfortunately got put on hold. In this episode he walks us through the behind the scenes of reality tv - it'll give you insight on what's real or fabricated on those shows! Hang around until the end for market upd…
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Episode 179 - Successful House Hacking in New York for Financial Freedom With Mike & Noor Bchara
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In today's episode, we're joined by Mike & Noor Bchara, a power real estate couple who’s found great success in New York house hacking! Tired of living paycheck to paycheck and working for other people, these investors took the right risks and creative approaches to successful deal vetting, property acquisition, and maximizing Airbnb returns. So, i…
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Commercial Investing in 2024 with Ash Patel
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Join us as we delve into the world of commercial real estate investing alongside our guest Ash Patel, a commercial real estate investor for over 10 years. They explore the untapped potential of investing in office spaces, shedding light on the current market conditions and the unique opportunities arising from the aftermath of the WeWork era. The d…
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Invest2Friday: Asymmetric Bets, Would you Gamble on Yourself?
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In today's episode of Invest2Friday @thefiguy dives into what makes people successful. What if you invested a little, to gain a lot? Tune in to learn more about the concept of asymmetric bets and see which ones make sense to bet on in your life today!By Craig Curelop & Ali Garced
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E50 - Matt Rodak & Doug Dvorak | Trends That Will Shape the Next 12 Months
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The boys are back! For the first episode of 2024, we're bringing back Upright's CEO Matt Rodak and VP, Capital Markets Doug Dvorak to give us their perspective on the trends that will inevitably shape the next few months, possibly the next few years of the Real Estate Investment market. We talk buying trends, forces driving the market, the RTL spac…
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Episode 178 - The Power of Saying No With Our New Co-Host Chad Rocke!
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In this episode of the Invest2FI podcast, we’re joined by Chad Rocke, real estate coach and our new co-host for Invest2FI! Join us as we dive into his journey through real estate investing, from his beginnings in purchasing a duplex to his current ventures in Denver. From exploring various arbitrage opportunities to dealing with real estate failure…
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Mastering Multifamily Syndication with Taylor Loht
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Join us as we dive into the world of Multifamily Syndication with Taylor Loht, a real estate investor specializing in multifamily and self-storage properties. He breaks down the process into clear and actionable steps, discussing the importance of building relationships and networking within the industry, and highlighting the role of trust and cred…
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Invest2Friday: A Case Study - Living for $100 a Month
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In this episode of Invest2Friday, Chad Rocke walks through a a recent house hack case study where the owner was living for $100 a month (for housing...not all expenses!) This case study lays out the trade offs of real estate investing, highlights some of the more difficult aspects, but also brings home the reason investors do it - the loan paydown …
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Episode 177 - Readjusting Your Goals at Every Pivot Point with Ali Garced
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Have you ever had to give up something you love for something else driving your life? In today’s bittersweet episode of the Invest2FI Podcast, we’rebidding farewell to our amazing co-host, Ali. Tune into to hear why Ali is leaving the podcast, what’s on deck for the future of her investments, her real estate team and family life. Before we let her …
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Million Dollar Land Deals with Anthony Pappas
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Join us as we welcome Anthony Pappas to share his wealth of knowledge on scaling in the land business. We will explore Anthony's transition from mass mailing to targeted cold calling and niche mailing for lead generation, and his team's innovative use of GIS mapping for more precise targeting. We will also talk about the unique sales approaches, fr…
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Invest2Friday: Debunking the 9 Myths of CoLiving
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We have people asking how you can still house hack & live for free or how you can buy an investment property & cash flow $1,000 a month. The answer - CoLiving! Even though we know it works for cash flow, there are a lot of objections and myths out there that prevent people from doing CoLiving investments. Tune in to today's episode & listen to Crai…
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Episode 176 - Becoming Financially Free at 33 and Avoiding Lifestyle Creep with Dean Valentini
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Join us for an inspiring session as we sit down with Dean Valentini, current Chief of Test for the US Air Force, serial entrepreneur, and real estate investor. In today’s episode, Dean shares his remarkable journey to financial freedom, which began in 2017 with his first “accidental” house hack in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Since then, he has leveraged…
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Big Mountain Realty in Small Town America with Loren Talley
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Ever wondered how the big shots in real estate navigate the small towns of America? Join us as we unravel the secrets of success with our special guest, Loren Talley. They will explore the unique challenges and opportunities that come with investing in small-town America, shedding light on the big-picture strategies that set successful investors ap…
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Invest2Friday: Who the Heck is Chad Rocke?!
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Chad Rocke is a top performing, investor-friendly agent and The FI Team lead agent. But who is Chad Rocke to you, and why should you care?? Chad's just a normal dude from the Midwest who intuitively knew investing in real estate was the way to go. He didn't know about BiggerPockets or House Hacking, but he knew it was the path to financial stabilit…
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Episode 175 - Embracing Early Retirement and Traveling the World at 27 With James Lowery
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Join us on this week’s episode as we delve into James Lowery's inspiring journey to financial independence! While working in a physical therapy clinic, James quickly realized that retiring at 62 sounded far from what an ideal life looked like. James and his wife Emily then embarked on a relentless real estate journey and built a real estate portfol…
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From Air Force Active Duty to a 4,000 Agent Team with Tim Macy
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In this episode, Dan and Mason sit down with Tim Macy, a former Air Force serviceman turned real estate powerhouse. Tim shares his remarkable journey from serving the country to becoming a leading figure in the real estate industry. As a social media marketing expert and a community builder at Real Broker, Tim has significantly impacted the real es…
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Invest2Friday: House Hacking in an Expensive City
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How do you make the numbers work in expensive cities? Are the current interest rates and high home prices cost prohibitive for house hackers? In today's episode of Invest2Friday Craig walks us through different house hacking strategies that can match where you are on the comfortability continuum and meet your criteria for monthly income. Hint from …
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Episode 174 - Owning 176 Units and Counting at 24 with Donato Callahan
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In this episode, we’re thrilled to hear Donato Callahan's inspiring story of how he went from a failed wholesaling business in college to growing a portfolio of 176 units and managing nearly $500M in assets by the young age of 24! With his passion for data-driven decision-making, he also co-founded BrightInvestor, a real estate data visualization s…
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A Day in the Life of a Full-Time Investor: How to Manage Your Time and Yourself Effectively
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Ever wondered what it truly takes to navigate the daily grind of a full-time real estate investor? In this power-packed episode, Dan and Mason share their personal experiences and insights into the daily routines, challenges, and triumphs of being fully immersed in the real estate investment world. From early morning hustle to late-night strategy s…
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Invest2Friday: Q1 Market Update with Chad Rocke
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Tune in today for a market update from the field with FI Team lead agent Chad Rocke. Let's answer the burning questions: 1. Are people still rate locked? 2. Did you miss getting a deal? 3. Is it a buyers or seller's market? 4. How to structure deals in this market? 5. What will happen if rates come down? Will you be a buyer in this market?…
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Episode 173 - Achieving the 1% Rule in Real Estate With Ian Hogan
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to redefine your financial future? Join us as we dive into the hows and whys of financial flexibility with our guest, Ian Hogan. After discovering the stock market wasn’t the right fit for him, a Google search landed him on BiggerPockets and introduced him to the world of real estate investing. Ian's unique jour…
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Next Week, Next Year, and Next Decade: How to Balance the Short and Long Term in Your Business
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Ever found yourself caught in the crossroads between instant results and long-term gains? In this power-packed episode, Dan and Mason dive deep into the strategies that bridge the gap between immediate gratification and the sustained growth every real estate investor dreams of. From tactical decisions that impact your next week's gains to visionary…
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Invest2Friday: 11 Things To Do Before You're 22 To Be A Millionaire at 30
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Today's episode of Invest2Friday was inspired by a group of guys Craig met at a Meetup last month and is dedicated to all those 22 year olds out there wondering what they can do today to ensure to financial freedom and wealth in the future. This list is high level, but tune in to hear Craig's advice on how to bring these things to life: 1. Get a hi…
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Episode 172 - Qutting A W-2 Job At 26 And Becoming A Millionaire At 29 With David Lecko
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Quitting the rat race in your 20s might sound crazy for some, but our guest today defied the impossible and proved that it’s possible to become financially free before 30! Join us for a jampacked episode with David Lecko, CEO of DealMachine and renowned investor in single-family long-term rentals. David's entrepreneurial venture began in 2017 when …
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Are you looking to revolutionize your approach to real estate investing? This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom that could change the game for you. This time, we welcome back Alicia Jarrett, an authority in land entitlement, for a deep dive into the world of transforming raw land into profitable developments. Alicia shares a compelling case stu…
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Invest2Friday: Already Tossed Out Your New Year's Resolutions?
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Ali breaks down why New Year's Resolutions don't work, but quarterly check-ins with your team - or yourself - could be the ticket to achieve at a higher level. If you want more guidance on how to plan out your year and goals like Ali, hit her up on IG @ali_the_agent and she'll share the trackers she uses to stay on track!…
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Episode 171 - Watch Your Real Estate Profits Skyrocket Through Wholesaling and Strategic Networking With Kelly Clark
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Start your real estate journey intensely with our guest today, Kelly Clark, co-owner of Rockstar Real Estate LLC and passionate house hacker and investor. After deciding to do a 180-degree career shift into real estate, Kelly shares with us today the steps she took to fast-track her journey learning about strategic investing and property management…
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