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The Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing podcast is about helping you achieve financial independence and control your time through apartment building investing. Michael Blank and Garrett Lynch interview experts in real estate, business, and investing. From learning how to invest in multifamily real estate to navigating entrepreneurship, you will learn the keys to success in your journey towards financial freedom. Previous guests include Grant Cardone, Robert Kiyosaki, Ken McElroy, Ro ...
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Ready to build your custom home? Want to know where to start? Where do you begin? How do you hire a builder? How do I build a home? How much should a custom home cost? Whether you are trying to find out the first step to hiring a home builder or you are a long time professional builder looking to improve your own business, this is the conversation to join. The Begin to Build Podcast strives to show you a behind the scenes look and pull the curtain back on the custom home building industry. J ...
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Is fear holding you back from investing in multifamily? Even seasoned investors like us deal with fear. The difference is, we don’t let it stop us from moving forward. But how do you expand your comfort zone? How do you feel the fear and take action anyway? On this episode of Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing, Garrett and I sit down to e…
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Your attorney is a key player in helping you close on any real estate deal. But the right commercial real estate attorney truly cares about you and your success. They are willing to educate you on aspects of the law you might not know and navigate problems that arise along the way. Kyle Swafford is the founder of Swafford Law, a commercial real est…
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In this episode of Tech Talk, host Joey Kline talks with Raj Choudhury of Alloy and Brooke MacLean of Marketwake, both leaders of Atlanta-based companies. Raj discusses his journey from starting as a creative to operating units and emphasizes the importance of building teams, culture, and tackling underserved markets in agency services. Alloy, unde…
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Dr. Lori A. Manns, Chief Creative Officer at Quality Media Consultant Group. She is an award-winning, trailblazing entrepreneur and has been the owner of a successful business consulting firm for the past 14 years. As a sought-after speaker, media personality, and business coach, she is considered an expert content creator and thought leader in the…
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April Reed Crews is Co-CEO of Reed Financial Group. As an Investment Advisor Representative, she has a fiduciary responsibility to put her clients' interests above her own, avoid misleading clients and provide full and fair disclosure of all material facts to clients and prospective clients. Any conflicts of interest must be disclosed to ensure a c…
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The Georgia Technology Summit is THE preeminent, regional technology conference highlighting innovation and leaders driving our local and global economy. For 2024, in honor of TAG's 25th anniversary - this year's theme is Innovation in the South, where community meets technology. Max Reed, Moveworks DOWNLOAD HERE TRANSCRIPT Intro: [00:00:06] Broadc…
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Are you looking to build a business but don’t want to start from scratch? What if you could learn a proven system and receive support from someone who’s done it themselves? Then you might be interested in an RV rental management franchise, a business that monetizes the RV boom and helps entrepreneurs build wealth with WHEEL estate! Garr Russell is …
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Good multifamily deals have been hard to find in recent years. And Alex Cartwright was struggling to compete with more experienced investors. He was looking for a niche that would give him a unique advantage. That’s when he met a broker at a conference who suggested converting a hotel into apartments. Alex thought it sounded like a pain in the you-…
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Larry Williams is President and CEO of the Technology Association of Georgia. He brings more than 25 years of experience in global branding, international trade and finance, public and industrial policy, and administration and management to TAG. As the former president and CEO of The Beacon Council, Miami-Dade County's official economic development…
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Jason Marlowe is a founding partner at Market House, a creative agency specializing in website design, branding, and marketing. He leads the website design team and oversees technical implementation on projects. He is also a professor at Emmanuel University in the Communication Department. In his free time, he enjoys time with his wife and kids, [……
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Here at Nighthawk Equity, we haven’t done a multifamily deal in 18 months. So, we were excited to find what looked like an ideal opportunity in Atlanta. And two months ago, we got the deal under contract. But after spending $15,000 in the due diligence process, we ultimately decided to walk away. What went wrong? On this episode of Financial Freedo…
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Since 2017, Leigh Burns has been the Director of the Fox Theatre Institute, a division of the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Before joining the Fox Theatre, she held positions as the Education Coordinator with the Georgia Main Street Program and additionally served as the Outreach Program Manager and Certified Local Government Coordinator with the Georgia…
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Mary Ellen Garrett, Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Her financial and civic life has been a profile of influence and devotion since she joined Merrill in 1985. Highly regarded in the industry and among a loyal and growing clientele, she has built a reputation for caring deeply and sharing […]The …
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You don’t know what you don’t know. And if you’re doing your very first multifamily acquisition, every little thing that comes up can seem insurmountable. But if you have the support of a mentor, they can talk you through those obstacles, prevent rookie mistakes, and alleviate your concerns as an aspiring investor. Jeremy Lemere is a successful inv…
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Do you feel stuck? Like you’re not making progress in life? Until my early 30s, I drifted through life. It felt like unseen forces were holding me back. And then I had a breakthrough and started living an intentional life—filled with purpose and fulfillment. What made the difference? What does it mean to live with intention? What disciplines helped…
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Peter Provost is the President and Director of Design at PROVOST STUDIO, a purpose-built, cross-disciplinary design firm that creates award-winning broadcast environments, branded spaces and interior architecture for world-class organizations. Formally trained as an architect, he has more than twenty years of experience helping companies express an…
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With more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry, Florencia Cirigliano has built her career developing, launching and marketing businesses for the travel industry. She joined RedCoach, a luxury motorcoach company based in Orlando, Fla., in 2010 as the Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations where she developed branding for the …
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Would David Kamara have figured out how to invest in multifamily on his own? Yes, but at a much slower pace. Working with a mentor accelerated his success. And now, the student has become the teacher. David is a seasoned investor and mentor with the Michael Blank program. With 15 years of experience in real estate, David owns 1,000-plus units acros…
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Rachel Johnston is the Founder & CEO of Sunset Social. She is an entrepreneur and Georgia State University alumna. Rachel is a digital marketer, specializing in the fields of design and content creation, copywriting, event coverage, social media strategy, and social media management. She has worked with companies in the industries of venture capita…
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Whether you're looking to close a business deal or just improve your everyday interactions, the art of negotiation is key to getting to a YES. But what if you’re not a natural negotiator? How do you build a relationship with the person on the other side of the table? Or learn to navigate difficult conversations? On this episode of the Financial Fre…
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Reading Rich Dad Poor Dad inspired me to build generational wealth. But the first few cashflow businesses I tried didn’t produce the passive income I expected. So, if you’re thinking about starting your real estate career with fix-and-flips or even a SFH portfolio, know that neither strategy leads to financial freedom. But can you really skip singl…
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Marlon Williams is Founder at Starter Labs & Atlanta Blockchain Center. He’s fluent in too many jargons to list. He was fortunate enough to study business and software, and he love the business of software…although the retired suits in his closet reek of a decade’s worth of hardcore networking and telecommunications experience as well. So […]The po…
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Jeffrey Rohrs, VP of Brand Marketing at intelligent automation provider ActiveCampaign, is a creative, strategic, and experienced marketing leader with a passion for collaboration, innovation, and building dynamic brands in today’s fragmented media landscape. He is an author, recovering attorney, bacon-lover, and Clevelander-at-heart. He has served…
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Whether you’re already involved in multifamily syndications, or you’re interested in getting into the space in 2024, it’s crucial to understand the market outlook. Through Nighthawk Equity, we own a 2,000-unit portfolio worth $350M. And we’re always on the lookout for new deals. That means we have insight into what’s happening in the market and wha…
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In this episode of The Begin to Build Podcast, host and custom home builder Jeremy Melancon sits down with Brian Javeline of MyOnlineToolbox to discuss the importance of brand marketing first focusing on your ideal clients in your ideal territories, then surrounding the marketing objective with the appropriate technologies including a website, soci…
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Richard Culberson is a communications, retail, media, and technology executive (twenty years' experience) with deep expertise in identifying, implementing, and scaling business opportunities. He is currently the CEO of Moneypenny North America and VoiceNation. Moneypenny and VoiceNation are America's best virtual receptionist & phone answering prov…
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Rebecca Sylvain, Chief Executive Officer of Nannies and Kids United. She was born in Miami and raised by an immigrant Parent in a traditional Caribbean Household. Her career in childcare began during college when she began baby-sitting independently for families of all backgrounds and sizes. After 5 years of experience getting to know family needs …
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Mary Ann Haskins, Owner and Senior Consultant at Flex HR. She’s an experienced Senior HR Consultant with over 30 years of experience in human resources and payroll. Her comprehensive background includes working for an entrepreneur to launch businesses from the ground up with one that went through an IPO on Nasdaq, successfully building or revamping…
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US-based Tierra Womack MBA, is a multiple best-selling author, host of the Wealthy Woman by Design Show, speaker & founder of The Brave Way. She is a mompreneur of 18 years whose businesses have generated over 7-figures. As an award-winning Human Design based Manifestation Mentor & Wealth Activator,she helps women heal money trauma, shift their […]…
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You want financial freedom, but it feels out of reach. Because you’re living paycheck to paycheck. And struggling to pay down consumer debt. So, how do you get from where you are now to building generational wealth? On this episode of the podcast, I’m walking you through the steps to achieving financial freedom in 2024. I explain how to get your fi…
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Event: BLOCK KIDS COMPETITION DAY! Date: Saturday, February 3, 2024 Time: 8:30 – 11:30am EST Where: South Forsyth Middle School Address 4670 Windermere Pkwy, Cumming, GA 30041 Do you know kids who want to attend? Block Kids – A free construction/engineering brick-building competition for students K-6th grade. Students compete for prize money, advan…
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Losing is never fun, but it’s often valuable. In fact, Garrett Lynch contends that down moments force us to pick ourselves up and close the gap between who we are and who we want to be. In addition to being my podcast cohost, Garrett Lynch serves as Director of Acquisitions and Managing Member of our investing firm, Nighthawk Equity. And his story …
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Mike Dunham has been with AGC Georgia for 27 of his 41 year career as an executive with an AGC chapter. The Shreveport, La.-native grew up on a farm where he and his family raised cotton and soybeans along with being catfish farming pioneers. He first worked with the AGC chapter in Monroe, La., before […]The post Mike Dunham With Associated General…
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Andrew Mills is the Co-Founder, President, and CEO of CareTrack. Among his responsibilities, he leads the company's growth initiatives and guides strategic planning. He is committed to improving, expanding and growing the quality of care for patients nationwide. Under his leadership, CareTrack has created an efficient, effective and patient-centric…
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It's a new year with exciting new possibilities. Which means many of us are setting goals for 2024. But why is it that New Year's resolutions usually don't work? Why can't we seem to stick to them for more than a few weeks before we fall away? And more importantly, what can we do about it? On this episode of Financial Freedom with Real Estate Inves…
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What are the three most recession-resistant asset classes in real estate? Even in challenging economic times, multifamily, mobile home parks and self-storage perform quite well. Sergio Altomare built a portfolio of small multifamily properties while working full-time in technology for the Federal Reserve. But in 2018, Sergio was having a hard time …
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Passive investors are fearful in the current market environment. Many got burned by rising interest rates, and they’re skittish about putting more money into the real estate market right now. But we know that there are big opportunities coming in 2024. And Warren Buffet encourages us to ‘be fearful when others are greedy and be greedy when others a…
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Financial freedom opens you up to live a life of significance. To pursue passions that may or may not generate any revenue. To do volunteer work or support causes you believe in. For me, that cause is Uganda Counseling and Support Services or UCSS, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of life in remote communities of Uganda. On this episo…
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James "Jay" M. Bailey, President & CEO, H.J. Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs. He is a dynamic force dedicated to his unwavering motto, “Build As We Climb.” With a transformative vision, he embodies the essence of a change agent, thought leader, entrepreneur, and emerging philanthropist, channeling his life’s mission towards uplifting ot…
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Nicholas "Nic" Yeomans is President of Yeomans Consulting Group, Inc., a registered investment advisor (RIA) based in Marietta, Georgia serving pre-retirees, retirees, family businesses, and professional real estate investors with tax, estate, and retirement planning services. He also serves as the Chief Executive Offer and Chief Compliance Officer…
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The past few years have not been easy for the retail and consumer industry with pandemic shortages and restrictions, rising inflation and a changing workforce. However, the landscape is actually starting to look up again, with profit margins creeping back to pre-pandemic levels and opportunities in technology, hiring and business strategies on the …
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Most real estate investors being their journey while they’re working a W-2. But many hesitate to step away from the perceived security of their regular job, even after they’ve replaced their living expenses. Others achieve financial freedom, leave the rat race, and then feel lost because they don’t have a sense of purpose. So, what is the best way …
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In this episode, join our experts as they unravel the dynamic landscape of the private equity industry and offer insights into the latest tax strategies. Kim Hartsock, CPA is joined by three of the firm's private equity industry experts, Floyd Holliman, CPA, David LeGrand, CPA, and Adam West, CPA, to concisely explore topics that impact […]The post…
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Emily Creek serves as the Senior Director of Customer Insights & Strategy for Stable Kernel's Market Research division. She is responsible for developing and executing strategic qualitative &quantitative research projects that benefit clients and their customers. With over 15+ years' experience gaining actionable insights, she has worked across a v…
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Aliya Bagewadi serves as the US Director of Strategy Partnerships for Allume Energy, a clean tech company unlocking rooftop solar for apartment renters worldwide. She previously worked as a management consultant for Fortune 500 companies and in rural economic development in Southeast Asia. She studied political science and land economics at the Uni…
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What were the top AHA moments on Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing in 2023? As the year comes to an end, it’s time for a highlight reel of our most inspiring moments on the podcast in the last 12 months. On this Best of 2023 episode, we revisit our conversation with Faisal Ensuan and Dr. Sheri Fluellan on why real estate syndicators need…
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There are risks associated with running short-term rentals, especially when your Airbnb units are in a multifamily building. But Syed Lateef has found a way to scale a STR business in apartment buildings. And the landlords don’t just ALLOW Syed to rent their units, they WELCOME it. Syed stands out in the world of short-term rentals, currently manag…
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Real estate managers and developers have many concerns heading in to 2024, from rising interest rates and banking liquidity issues to uncertainties in federal legislation regarding tax cuts and allowances. In this episode of The Wrap, Cristy Andrews, CPA, CGMA, leader of the firm's Real Estate Practice Group, and David Borsos, Vice President of Cap…
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