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So, you're considering Nomading™. Excellent! But as you dig into the details, you may wonder what the impact would be if you chose to buy a more desirable, higher quality, but maybe less optimal property at full price (without a discount), versus focusing on finding a slightly less desirable, slightly lower quality, but slightly more optimized rent…
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Join me on this engaging episode with the Co-Founder of the Pizza Guys Franchise, Shahpour Nejad a leader in the pizza industry known for his commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We'll explore the journey of building a successful pizza franchise, the over thirty year story of the brand, and their secrets to maintaining consistency and i…
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In this episode, we sit down with Joe & Joey Martino, the innovative minds behind DumpStor, a company revolutionizing the waste management industry. Joe shares the inspiring story of DumpStor's inception, the unique business model, and how technology plays a crucial role in their operations. We delve into sustainability practices, the challenges fa…
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Join us for an insightful conversation with Scott Keyser, a renowned business coach with The Entrepreneur's Source, as we dive into the possibilities of business ownership and career transitions. Scott shares his journey, practical tips, and success stories. We talk about why people feel unfulfilled in their current corporate careers and how they c…
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Deal Alchemy™ - Black Box Cash Flow Deal Alchemy™ is all about manipulating returns to get the returns you desire most. One variation of Deal Alchemy™ has you think about your rental property investment as a black box. You put money into the black box, some magical things happen over the next few years and out pops profit which you can spend like c…
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Warning - Risks of Rental Demand Declining When Investing in Real Estate Risk, risk, risk... Life is full of risks. To a limited degree, we get to choose which risks we voluntarily take on. For example, if you choose to invest in real estate, you choose to take on some additional risks that you might not—directly—face if you opt to invest in someth…
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Join me for an inspiring conversation with Randy Hetrick, the visionary Founder of OutFit. From his days as a Navy SEAL to creating the innovative "Suspension Trainer," Randy has revolutionized the fitness industry. Discover how his mobile, boutique fitness concept, OutFit, is making waves across communities by offering accessible and inclusive out…
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Private Mortgage Insurance Myths Reputation can be a challenging thing. I have found, through many conversations with clients over the years, that Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) has a questionable reputation with home buyers in general and investors in particular. However, much of its reputation is based on half-truths, bad information, lies, and…
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Scott Dillingham discusses the lending options available for Canadians and foreign buyers interested in purchasing investment properties in the United States. He highlights the benefits of working with a one-stop shop lender that covers both residential and commercial lending in Canada and the US. Scott provides examples of different lending option…
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We've all head the unpleasant experience of using a poorly cleaned or poorly ventilated portable restroom. Using it yourself is not fun, it is even worse if you're trying to help your child use it. It was that exact experience that spawned, Royal Restrooms. On episode #119 we dive into the world of luxury portable restrooms with David Sauers, the v…
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Warning - Risks of Neighborhood Decline When Investing in Real Estate Everything in life has risks. Not investing adds certain types of risks, while investing adds other risks. One risk that some real estate investors face is the possibility that the neighborhood they're investing in will decline, causing values and/or rents to drop. So, how do we …
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bert Albertse, CEO of JetSet Pilates. In this episode, we delve into the innovative aspects of JetSet Pilates that set it apart in the fitness industry. Bert shares his journey, the challenges faced, and the success stories that have defined his brand. We talk about the physical and (sometimes more importa…
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Join us on episode #117 as we dive into the colorful world of Richard's Painting with its founder, Richard Gould. Discover how a passion for quality and community involvement turned a simple painting business into a thriving national franchise. Learn about the challenges and victories in franchising, and get inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit t…
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The real estate and investment market has taken some hits over the years. But, that's okay. Because so has my guest, A.J. Hazzi. A.J. started out as a young boxer who later found his way into real estate investing. In this episode, we explore A.J.’s journey through the evolving landscape of real estate investment, his strategies for building a succ…
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How to Analyze a Duplex Some real estate investors are sensitive to their ability to get ten 30-year fixed rate financing loans and would prefer to fill those loan spots with larger purchases than just single family rental homes. One way to do that is to buy more expensive properties like duplexes, triplexes or fourplexes. In this class, James will…
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Alex Ciotoli, an investment-focused realtor from Windsor, shares his story and insights on the real estate industry in Windsor. He discusses the explosive growth in the market, driven by investments in industrial, commercial, and residential properties. He highlights the major infrastructure projects happening in Windsor, such as the battery plant,…
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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Kevin Aires, a seasoned expert in the video production industry. In this episode, we dive into Kevin’s journey from a budding videographer to the founder of Cadenz Media. Kevin shares his insights on cost effective ways to create video remotely, and how easy it actually is. We talk about how you should …
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Most emerging franchise brands feel the pressure of growth and expansion early on. It's a challenge that is unavoidable. On this follow up episode to an earlier one, we focus on what many new brands fail to understand when it comes to the franchise sales process. We discuss how mindset can make or break the expansion. How franchisors need to tailor…
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How to Calculate PMI If you're a house hacker, Nomad™, investor buying properties with less than 20% down, or buying creatively where the seller has PMI, you'll want to make sure you know how to analyze deals that have Private Mortgage Insurance. In this mini-class, James will cover how to analyze deals that have PMI, with an emphasis on doing it u…
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Join us as we dive into the expanding world of spray foam insulation with Founder, Chris Ryan and CEO, Kevin Longe with Spray Foam Genie, leaders in innovative insulation solutions. In this series, we peel back the layers of this fascinating industry, uncovering the technology, benefits, and cost savings of spray foam insulation. From the basic dif…
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Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of tiny living with Colton Paulhus from Anchored Tiny Homes, a leader in the construction of accessory dwelling units (ADUs). In each episode, we uncover the motivations, challenges, and triumphs of creating custom, affordable, and sustainable tiny homes that bring families closer and make a big impact…
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Join us on episode #111 as I sit down with Ian Stanley, a master copywriter and entrepreneur who’s transformed the digital sales landscape. From stringing tennis rackets at 12 years old to generating over $200 million in online sales, Ian’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Dive into the depths of how artificial intelligence is revolutionizin…
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Join us on episode 110 as I sit down with Dustin Ingle, CEO of Insulation Commandos, to peel back the layers of home insulation. We’ll explore how effective insulation not only enhances comfort but also drastically reduces energy costs and supports environmental sustainability. Dustin will share expert insights into selecting the right materials, u…
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In many cases—not all, but many cases—real estate investors can speed up the time it takes to become financially independent by choosing to pay off the mortgages on their properties early. Sometimes it makes sense to take every extra dollar beyond a healthy amount of reserves and aggressively pay off properties as quickly as possible. Other times, …
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In episode #109, join us as we dive deep with Sebastian Aguirre from NiceJob, a leader in turning customer feedback into growth opportunities for home service businesses. We'll explore the transformative power of reviews, discussing how businesses can leverage them to enhance product development and customer satisfaction. Sebastian will share prove…
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In this inspiring episode, we dive into Steve Paley's transformative journey from a secure corporate job to the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with 1-800-Plumber+Air. Discover the pivotal moments that propelled him to take the leap, his strategic choice of joining a leading franchise, and how his business has become a cornerstone of reliability …
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Join us on episode #107 as we sit down with Walter Nunez, the visionary behind A&P Painting and Flooring, a leading franchise name in home improvement out of Atlanta, GA. Discover the origins of A&P, as Walter shares how a commitment to quality and customer service helped build the business from the ground up. We’ll explore the innovative technique…
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Welcome to another episode of "The Business Stories Podcast with Ryan Arcoraci," where we dive into the journeys of industry leaders and the secrets behind their business successes. Today, we’re thrilled to welcome a special guest, Aaron Santas, the visionary behind RoofCoach, a company that’s redefining roofing solutions with a focus on innovation…
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Deal Alchemy™ - Residential vs Commercial Property Deal Alchemy™ is all about manipulating the returns you're earning on your investments. Often, this is done through the choices we make when selecting the investment property and the strategies we choose to implement. For example, you could choose to invest in residential properties where your tena…
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Being diagnosed with epilepsy at the young age of nine taught Olivia Atkin a thing or two about resiliency and inner strength. She grew up to compete as a pro athlete, coach others, and later on start her own company committed to helping others succeed. All of this work opened the door to an opportunity to share a stage with other experts as a TEDx…
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Warning - Risks of Loan Called Due When Investing in Real Estate Investing in real estate adds some risk to an already risk-filled life. However, certain activities and strategies when investing in real estate create additional risks that other strategies and activities do not have. For example, choosing to utilize strategies where the lender has t…
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How to Analyze Buying a Rental Property at a Discount in Irving Some real estate investors insist on only buying properties where they can purchase them at a significant discount. While not mutually exclusive, other investors insist on buying quality properties at a fair price as long as it gets them their desired returns and will stand the test of…
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How to Calculate PMI If you're planning to buy a property and put less than 20% down, you're likely to be required to pay Private Mortgage Insurance. Lenders prefer that you put at least 20% down, but if you insist on putting less than 20% down, they may still make the loan. However, they will usually do so at a slightly higher mortgage interest ra…
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There are a large number of investing strategies you could pursue as a real estate investor: Nomad™, house hacking, fix and flip, buying 20% down rentals, buying 25% down rentals, saving up to buy free and clear rentals and many, many more options. Which is the best? Which gets you to financial independence fastest? Which gives you the highest net …
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In this episode, Dominique Main with BrightFran shares invaluable insights and strategies honed from years of experience guiding successful franchise sales campaigns across diverse industries. From identifying promising leads to navigating the intricacies of closing deals, Dominique takes you behind the scenes of the franchise sales process, offeri…
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Deal Alchemy™ - Increasing Down Payment There are four primary returns from investing in rental properties: appreciation, cash flow, debt paydown, and the tax benefits of depreciation. Additionally, there is a secondary return in the form of the interest earned on the reserves required to make the investment in the first place. Many real estate inv…
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In this installment, Marty McDonald with CETV and I dive deep into the world of targeted advertising on the CETV platform. Join us as we explore how advertisers can leverage the unique features and capabilities of CETV to connect with their ideal audience like never before. From advanced targeting options to real-time analytics, we uncover the stra…
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On this episode, expert James Hilovsky and I explore the inspiring stories and practical insights of pro athletes who have successfully transitioned into franchise ownership with his help. From navigating the initial steps of exploration to mastering the intricacies of running a franchise business, James provides invaluable advice and strategies ta…
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Warning - Risks of Rental Property Expenses When Investing in Real Estate Risk is all around us. When we choose to invest in anything, we’re choosing to take on the additional risk characteristics of that investment. For example, when we choose to invest in real estate, we choose to take on the risk characteristics of the specific real estate inves…
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In this episode, host Scott Dillingham interviews Robert Tyrer, an expert investor in foreign currency trading. Robert shares his journey from working in the banking industry to becoming a successful trader. He explains his trading strategy, which focuses on long-term trends and patterns, and emphasizes the importance of risk management. Robert's c…
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How to Analyze a New Construction Single-Family Home Property in Irving Your ability to analyze deals is arguably the most important skill as a real estate investor. It allows you to make smart investment decisions and helps you avoid making career-ending bad decisions, such as buying cash-flowing-sucking vampire properties. In this class, James wi…
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The 3 Strategies to Pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) Whether they're putting 15% down and buying a non-owner-occupied property or utilizing an owner-occupied loan with 0%, 3%, 3.5%, or 5% down for Nomading™ or house hacking, some real estate investors will choose to put less than 20% down. With the decision to put less than 20% down comes the c…
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Investing in real estate is full of truthy-sounding falsehoods: it is always better to do X than Y. However, if you were crazy enough to sit down and do the math, you'd find the truth to be much more nuanced. For example, should you take all your extra cash flow and savings and apply it to your mortgages each month to pay off rental properties fast…
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In this conversation, Paul McAllister interviews Ryan Day from Calvert Mortgage. They discuss the unique products and services offered by Calvert Mortgage, specifically for real estate investors. Ryan highlights the benefits of their Flip product, which allows for low money down, no third-party appraisals, and quick closings. They also discuss the …
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In this conversation, Paul McAllister and Dave Pereira discuss the concept of rent-to-own investments in real estate. They highlight the mission of Rent to Grow Homes, which is to help deserving families achieve homeownership while providing passive investors with a target annual return of 20%. They emphasize the satisfaction of seeing families suc…
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