Learn all about investing in real estate in Phoenix, Arizona with a combination of real estate financial planning and modeling with numbers specific to Phoenix plus syndicated, more generalized recordings of live and pre-recorded real estate investing classes (not all specific to Phoenix).
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Achieving the type of “freedom” you're seeking probably has already been done by someone else. So, why not just reverse-engineer the formula instead of re-inventing the wheel? Neel Parekh, CEO of MaidThis Franchise, interviews people who have already achieved Time, Location, or Financial Freedom and dive into their stories. The common thread: how to live life on your own terms.
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Secrets of Nomad™ Real Estate Investing
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Learn the secrets of the Nomad™ real estate investing strategy for Phoenix real estate investors. This class is Module 10 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: What are the different variations of the Nomad™ real estate investing strategy and what are some of the pros and cons of each. What a…
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Learn the secrets of financing investment properties in Phoenix. This class is Module 14 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: What are the 14 financing options for buying rental properties? What is PMI and why would you ever pay for insurance to protect the lender? How paying the lender can …
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178. Quitting a 6-Figure Salary to Become a Digital Nomad, with Fractional CMO Brian O’Connor
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In this episode, Neel sits down with Brian O'Connor, a digital nomad and fractional CMO, who shares his journey from management consulting at Deloitte to building his own businesses. Brian discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, including the emotional impact of consulting on small business owners and the frameworks that guide decisio…
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Learn the secrets of down payments for real estate investing in Phoenix. This class is Module 13 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: Why focusing on down payments is short-sighted and what you should be focused on instead. The two primary ways to address down payments; it is not just about …
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177. Launching a $2M/yr Airbnb Cleaning Biz, with Logan Campbell of The Dream Clean Team
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In this episode, Neel chats with Logan Campbell, founder of the Dream Clean Team, who shares his journey of starting an Airbnb cleaning business. Logan discusses the challenges of transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to entrepreneurship, the importance of understanding seasonality in the cleaning industry, and innovative hiring strategies that have help…
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Secrets to Selecting an Investor-Friendly Real Estate Agent
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Learn the secrets of selecting an investor-friendly real estate agent in Phoenix. This class is Module 12 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: What is the NAR settlement and how will it likely impact buyers and sellers? What’s the difference between real estate agents, brokers, and REALTORS®…
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176. Acquiring a Dumpster Rental Biz and Scaling it to $750K, with Bodhi Gallo aka Dumpster Rental Guy
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In this episode, Neel chats with Bodhi Gallo, an entrepreneur who started his journey in business ownership by purchasing a dumpster rental company while in college. Bodhi shares his experiences scaling the business through innovative marketing strategies, including local SEO and social media. He discusses the decision to sell the business and tran…
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Learn the secrets of catching up on saving for retirement in Phoenix... with an emphasis on using real estate investing. This class is Module 11 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: What do you do if you wake up one morning and realize that you’re behind on saving for retirement? What can yo…
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175. Partnering with Jennifer Aniston to Launch a 50 Location Fitness Brand, with Julie Cartwright of Pvolve Fitness
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In this episode, Neel sits down with Julie Cartwright, the president of Pvolve, a unique fitness franchise that emphasizes functional movement. Julie shares her journey in the fitness industry, the innovative approach of Pvolve, and the significant impact of celebrity involvement, particularly Jennifer Aniston. The conversation delves into franchis…
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174. Achieving Multimillionaire Status 4 Times in 4 Different Industries, with Jose Berlanga
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In this episode, Neel chats with Jose Berlanga, a successful entrepreneur who has achieved multimillionaire status across four distinct industries. Jose shares his journey, discussing the challenges and setbacks he faced, the importance of adaptability, and the reality of entrepreneurship beyond financial success. He emphasizes the need for persona…
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Learn the secrets of asset protection for Phoenix real estate investors. This class is Module 9 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: My top 10 asset protection tips for real estate investors that you’d be a fool to ignore. The importance of getting bespoke legal advice and why you should nev…
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173. From Crystal Meth to Serial Entrepreneur: The Power of Intentional Decisions with Austin Linney
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Neel chats Austin Linney about his journey from addiction to success. Austin shares his origin story, including his introduction to entrepreneurship through the book 'Rich Dad Poor Dad.' He discusses his struggles with addiction and the pivotal moments that led him to make positive changes in his life. The conversation also explores the concept of …
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Secrets of Hiring and Managing a Property Manager
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Learn the secrets to hiring and managing a property manager in Phoenix. This class is Module 8 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: A small tweak to your mindset around renting your property that will change all aspects of your property management... for the better... to make it easier, to l…
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172. From Travel to Triumph: Building a Real Estate Empire Abroad with Sarah Weaver
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Neel chats with Sarah Weaver, also known as the Digital Nomad Landlord, about her journey as a full-time real estate investor and world traveler. She has mastered the art of long-distance investing and has 19 real estate properties across four different states. Sarah discusses her decision to leave her nine-to-five job and become an entrepreneur, a…
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Learn how to overcome tenant challenges in Phoenix. This class is Module 7 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. What do you do when you experience the inevitable tenant challenges like: Tenant not paying rent Tenant’s check returned for non-sufficient funds Tenant makes late payment Tenant breaks lease Tenant provides partial pay…
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171. Building Relationships that Drive Recurring Revenue with Parker Terle of MaidThis Phoenix
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In this episode, Neel sits down with Parker, owner of MaidThis Phoenix. Parker shares his journey from being a firefighter to becoming an entrepreneur. He discusses his search for the right franchise and the challenges he faced in finding a scalable business model. Parker also talks about the importance of building relationships with customers and …
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Secrets of Buy and Hold Real Estate Investing
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Learn the secrets to buy and hold real estate investing in Phoenix. This class is Module 6 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: What are the different variations of the buy and hold real estate investing strategy? Variations based on down payments? Variations based on property types purchase…
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170. Should you start a business around your passions? with Sofie Couwenbergh, former travel blogger
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Sofie, the founder of a travel blog, shares her journey as a digital nomad and the challenges she faced in maintaining location freedom. She discusses how turning her passion into a business affected her mental health and the need to redefine success. Sofie emphasizes the importance of finding balance, focusing on other aspects of life, and derivin…
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Learning how to correctly manage properties is a critical skill for landlords. This class is Module 5 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: What should you be doing to document the condition of the property before the next tenant takes possession? The one free thing that few landlords do that…
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169. From Power Washing to Power Marketing: Prioritizing Business Development with Chase Lord
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In this episode, Neel chats with Chase Lord, a successful business coach and owner of a seven-figure soft wash and power wash company. They discuss the importance of working on the business rather than in the business, the challenges of scaling a business, and the impact of marketing on business growth. Chase emphasizes the need for time blocking a…
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Tenant screeing... an important, but often overlooked skill. If you're going to manage properties yourself in Phoenix, you're going to need to know how to screen tenants. This class is Module 4 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: What are the 5 steps in the property management process? What…
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168. Focusing on the Fundamentals for Business Success with Brian and Jen Boyle of MaidThis Salt Lake City
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Brian and Jen Boyle, owners of MaidThis Salt Lake City, share their background and journey in business. Brian has been running a pizza franchise for 22 years, while Jen has been a physical therapist for 26 years. They decided to join MaidThis because of the consumable and relationship-based nature of the business. They appreciate the automation and…
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Secrets to Marketing to Find Tenants
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If you're going to manage properties yourself in Phoenix, you're going to need to know how to do the marketing to find tenants. This class is Module 3 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: The 6 “Property Management Mastery” modules included with this course. How to change your thinking about…
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167. Selling A Cleaning Biz & Launching a LatAm Recruiting Agency, with Ed Rodriguez
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In this episode, Neel chats Ed Rodriguez, the CEO of HireLATAM. Ed shares his journey from starting a cleaning company to eventually selling it and transitioning into the global talent agency business. They discuss the importance of taking the plunge into entrepreneurship, the process of selling a business, and the business model of HireLATAM. Ed a…
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Having a solid understanding of historical market stats is important for investing in real estate in Phoenix. This class is Module 2 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: Should you try to “time the market” using data to increase profitability? How much are properties selling for? Do property…
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166. Following Your Curiosity and Running a $7M Home Health Business, with Nik Hulewsky, host of Nikonomics Podcast
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In this episode, Neel chats with Nik Hulewsky, the host of Nikonomics Podcast and the founder of Co-Founders. They discuss Nik's background and his journey into entrepreneurship. Nik shares his experience working in the corporate world and how it led him to start his own businesses. They also talk about the importance of knowing your strengths and …
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Secrets of the 7 Ways to Invest in Real Estate
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Having a deep understanding of the 7 key real estate investing strategies is critically important for your success as a real estate investor in Phoenix. This class is Module 1 of 46 in a series called Real Estate Investing Secrets. Topics covered in this module include: The 7 ways to invest in real estate… plus 2 more bonus strategies that we don’t…
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165. Leaving the 9-5 to start a Remote Cleaning Business (and Airline Points Hacks), with Matt Brazis of MaidThis Tampa
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In this episode, Neel chats with Matt Brazis, the owner of MaidThis Tampa. Matt shares his journey of leaving his nine-to-five job in medical device sales to start his own lifestyle business. He talks about his interest in entrepreneurship and the desire to build something that he can own and pass down for generational wealth. Matt also discusses t…
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Warning - Risks of Missed Inspection Issues When Investing in Real Estate
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There's a risk to just about everything in life... including investing in real estate. One risk that some real estate investors fear is the risk of buying a property having missed important, expensive issues with the property during the inspection period. In this class, James will discuss the risk of investing in real estate and specficially the ri…
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164. How to Know if Franchising Is Right for You, with Adam Goldman Franchise Coach
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In this episode, Neel chats with Adam Goldman, a franchise coach with experience in franchise placement. They discuss the role of a franchise coach, the types of people who are a good fit for franchising, and how to evaluate franchise brands. Adam emphasizes the importance of cultural fit and getting to know the person behind the franchisee. They a…
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How Return on Investment Changes Based on How You Pay PMI
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If you're going to put less than 20% down when buying a property, the lender is likely to require that you pay private mortgage insurance (PMI) to protect them in case you default on the loan. This usually applies to Nomads™, house hackers, and investors putting 15% down to acquire non-owner-occupant properties. There are 3 ways to pay PMI: Monthly…
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163. The Hidden Secrets of the Franchise World, with Tim Michaels
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Tim Michael, founder of Kickstart My Franchise, shares his expertise in the world of franchising. He discusses his background and how he got into franchise brokerage. Tim provides insights on evaluating franchise brands, including the importance of looking beyond financials and considering factors like the item 19 and item 20 in the Franchise Discl…
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Warning - Risks of Interest Rates Rising When Investing in Real Estate
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There's a risk to just about everything in life... including investing in real estate. One risk that some real estate investors fear is that rising mortgage interest rates will: Increase their mortgage payment and therefore hurt cash flow, or The rising mortgage interest rates will lower affordability and demand for properties, and therefore the va…
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162. From Employee to Entrepreneur: Building a Business with Orlando MaidThis St. Pete Clearwater
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Orlando Reyla, owner of MaidThis St. Pete Clearwater, shares his journey of starting a cleaning business while still working a nine-to-five job. He discusses the challenges of balancing both and the support he received from his family. Orlando emphasizes the importance of having a clear why and being prepared for the hard work and challenges that c…
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Warning - Risks of Tenants Trashing Properties When Investing in Real Estate
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In this special class about the dangers, risks and warnings of investing in real estate: The #1 fear that keeps potential landlords and new real estate investors up at night! Expert insights on why this fear is more common among inexperienced landlords and investors in challenging real estate markets. Real-life horror stories of tenants causing sig…
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161.Getting Lifestyle Freedom By Living Through Your Values, with Trenton Hughes of Unfounded Ventures
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In this episode, Neel chats with Trenton Hughes, the founder of a venture studio called TRIBE. They discuss the concept of venture studios, Trenton's journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, and the importance of finding freedom through aligning with personal values. Trenton also shares his experience of burnout and the lessons he learned from i…
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How to Analyze an All-Cash Rental Property Purchase
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Interested in learning how to analyze deals using The World's Greatest Real Estate Deal Analysis Spreadsheet™? Specifically, do you need to know how to analyze a deal purchased with an interest-only loan? In this special deal analysis, you will: Discover the secret strategy for analyzing the purchase of a rental property with an interest-only loan …
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160. From Corporate Ladder to Entrepreneurial Freedom with Winslow Marshall, Neoteric Brands CEO
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Winslow Marshall, founder of Neoteric Brands, shares his journey from corporate to entrepreneurship and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the benefits of gaining experience in a fully formed company before starting his own business and the value of starting earlier in entrepreneurship. Winslow also talks about his experience as a …
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Haunted Houses or Hidden Treasures? Decoding Stigmatized Real Estate
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Life has risks. Investing adds new risks. Investing in real estate adds new risks specific to real estate investing. One risk that is unique to real estate investing is the risk of buying a stigmatized property or having a property become stigmatized while you own it. In this class, James will: Uncover hidden gems in the real estate market and turn…
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159. Embracing the Unknown: Launching a Cleaning Business with Akila, MaidThis McKinney
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Akila, the owner of MaidThis McKinney, shares her journey of starting her own location and leaving her nine-to-five job. She discusses her background in project management and her desire for more hustle and productivity. Akila talks about her fears and lifestyle changes when starting her business, as well as the support she received from her friend…
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Real Estate Investing Through Massive Foreclosure Periods
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Real Estate Investing Through Massive Foreclosure Periods Join us for an exclusive episode of the REFP podcast, focusing on "Real Estate Investing Through Massive Foreclosure Periods." In this enlightening episode, you'll dive into the following insights: Discover the secret to making money during economic downturns, a strategy that can set you apa…
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158. Scaling Success: Leveraging Franchises for Entrepreneurial Growth with Erik Van Horn
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In this episode of the Freedom Formula podcast, Neel talks with Erik Van Horn, a franchise expert and host of the Franchise Secrets podcast. Erik shares his journey in the franchise world, from starting as a real estate investor to becoming a successful franchisee and investor in multiple franchise brands. He emphasizes the importance of learning f…
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Deal Alchemy™ - Debt Paydown to Cash Flow
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Deal Alchemy™ - Debt Paydown to Cash Flow Join us for an exciting and enlightening class with James Orr as he delves into the fascinating world of Deal Alchemy™. In this class, listeners will discover a surprisingly powerful strategy that has the potential to drastically improve cash flow on rental properties. Whether you're considering buying a ne…
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157. Remote Cleaning Businesses And Why They’re Awesome [Nik interviewing Neel]
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A different and fun podcast where Neel Parekh gets interviewed by Nik from Nikonomics. his journey in the cleaning industry and the unique aspects of his business model. He shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of running a cleaning company, particularly in the residential and vacation rental niches. Neel emphasizes the importance o…
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Tax Deductibility of PMI Payments Are you an owner-occupant puzzled by the ever-changing rules around PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance) deductibility? Or perhaps an ambitious real estate investor, hungry to maximize your deductions and supercharge your profits? Then this class is your golden ticket to the world of tax wisdom! Join us for an exhilara…
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156. From Employee to Franchisee: The All-In Commitment Journey with Nautical Bowls CEO, Bryant Amundson
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In this episode of the Freedom Formula podcast, Neel Parekh chats with Bryant Amundson, the CEO of Nautical Bowls, a franchise brand specializing in acai bowls. Bryant shares his journey of starting his first location and eventually franchising the business. He emphasizes the importance of being all-in as a franchisee and the need for coaching and …
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Functional Obsolescence Unveiled: The Silent Value Killer in Real Estate Investments—and How to Defeat It!
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Functional Obsolescence Unveiled: The Silent Value Killer in Real Estate Investments—and How to Defeat It! There's a often overlooked risk of investing in reale state: obsolescence. Whether we're focused on properties that are or will become functionally obsolete or drift directly into economic or physical obsolescence... these are real-world risks…
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155. Traveling the World, Building a Business in the Digital Nomad World with Freddy Lansky
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In this episode, Neel chats Freddy Lansky, a digital nomad and entrepreneur who has traveled to nearly 100 countries. Freddy shares his journey from backpacking through Europe to starting his own successful e-commerce business, iChess. He discusses the importance of taking risks, making pivots, and not getting stuck in analysis paralysis. Freddy al…
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How to Analyze an All-Cash Rental Property Purchase
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How to Analyze an All-Cash Rental Property Purchase Deal analysis is important. Learning how to analyze deals is a critical skill for all real estate investors, whether you're financing 100% of the purchase or buying a property without a loan at all and paying all cash. In this class, we will look at how deal analysis changes when you plan to buy a…
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154. From 9-5 Engineer to Starting 20+ Companies, with serial entrepreneur Ray Blakney
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Neel sits down with Ray Blakney, an accidental entrepreneur, who shares his journey from working in corporate America to starting his own businesses. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear why and setting realistic expectations when starting a business. Ray introduces his business, Productized Education, which helps individuals turn their s…
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