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Welcome to the BigMikeFund Podcast! Are you a passive investor or sponsor navigating today’s challenging real estate market? Join host Mike Zlotnik for an insightful conversation with Chad Ackerman, co-founder of Leftfield Investors (now part of Passive Pockets under BiggerPockets) and a Focal Point coach. With years of experience building a platform to educate and […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik welcomes back David McAlvany, CEO of McAlvany Financial Group, to discuss the role of precious metals in today’s volatile markets. With over 20 years in wealth management, David shares insights from his experience navigating the tech crisis and global financial crisis, founding McAlvany Wealth Management […]

Join Big Mike for a dynamic conversation with Wendy Sweet and Bill Fairman, co-founders of Carolina Capital, as they unpack the evolving real estate landscape in 2025. Wendy Sweet, a licensed real estate broker in North and South Carolina for 35 years, blends her selling and lending expertise to guide borrowers and investors toward wealth-building […]

Join Big Mike as he sits down with Derek Dombeck, a seasoned real estate investor, national speaker, and international best-selling author who’s been riding the market’s waves since 2003. As the owner of GOW Global LLC, Derek brings a wealth of expertise from thousands of transactions—spanning creative deal structuring, wholesaling, flipping, landlording, lending, and investing. […]

Join Big Mike on the Big Mike Fun Podcast as he welcomes Matt Calhoun, Director of Business Development at Equity Trust, the leading self-directed IRA custodian. In this episode, Matt dives into the latest trends shaping alternative investments, including the rise of crypto, precious metals, real estate, and debt funds. He explores how Equity Trust […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Robert Levy, Managing Partner at LBX Investments, a multi-strategy contrarian real estate firm with $250 million in assets under management. Rob has a deep background in real estate investing, having led acquisitions, asset management, and capital raising at multiple firms before co-founding LBX. With extensive experience […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Andy Gurczak, the founder of AllCity Adjusting, a leading public adjusting firm that has helped countless policyholders secure fair settlements. Andy’s journey began in construction and fire restoration, but he found his true calling in public adjusting, advocating for insured individuals and business owners against insurance […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Mario Dattilo, an expert in the commercial real estate space with over $100M in assets under management and ownership of more than 1,000 mobile home lots. Mario began his journey in real estate in 2006, transitioning from single-family flips to mobile home parks and other niche […]

In this episode, we’re joined once again by Neal Bawa, the Mad Scientist of Multifamily and the CEO/Founder of Grocapitus, for an in-depth look at the state of real estate in 2024. Neal shares his data-driven insights on the current challenges of inflation and interest rates, and why now is one of the best times […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome back Jeremy Roll, Founder and President of Roll Investment Group and co-founder of For Investors By Investors (FIBI). Jeremy is a highly respected passive cash flow investor managing a group of over 1,500 investors, with investments in over 60 opportunities across more than $1 billion […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Ryan Severino, Chief Economist and Head of Research at BGO and adjunct professor at Columbia University. Ryan is a seasoned economist, researcher, and thought leader who brings unparalleled expertise in analyzing market cycles, global economic trends, and real estate investment strategies. A repeat guest […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by James Kandasamy, Co-Founder and CEO of Achieve Investment Group. James is a multifamily operator, developer, and mentor with over nine years of experience in real estate and five years specializing in multifamily acquisitions and asset management. An award-winning thought leader, James has successfully led passive investors […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re honored to host Alastair J. Macdonald, a renowned advisor to entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners. Alastair is a TEDx speaker and the owner of Parallax Strategic Advisors, where he provides economic, social, market, and financial forecasts to private equity, hedge funds, and endowments globally. He’s also the editor […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to have Liz Faircloth, Co-Founder of The Real Estate InvestHER® Community and podcast. With over 16 years of experience in real estate, Liz has grown her portfolio to include millions of dollars in assets, co-founded an empowering community for women in real estate, and is a sought-after […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Jonathan Wei, CEO and Founder of Greystone Capital Group. With over 2,300 multifamily units, $100M+ in real estate assets, and extensive expertise in both residential and commercial real estate, Jonathan is a true powerhouse in the investment world. He is also the host of the […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Brett Swarts, Founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, best-selling author, and SUCCESS® Certified Coach. With extensive expertise in real estate, business investments, and wealth management, Brett has successfully facilitated transactions exceeding $500 million through Deferred Sales Trusts (DSTs). Brett’s mission is to empower high-net-worth i...

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we have the privilege of hosting Jeremy Dyer, Founder and Managing Partner of Starting Point Capital. Jeremy is an accomplished real estate investor, with experience in both active and passive investments, and currently a Limited Partner in over 4,000 multifamily doors and $400M+ in assets. He’s also the author […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Jonathan Hayek, Managing Partner at Endurance Properties and the voice behind The Source of CRE Podcast. Jonathan’s journey took him from the classroom as a special education teacher to flipping houses and ultimately investing in larger commercial real estate assets. Now an owner […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome Brad Sumrok, known as “The Apartment King” and the driving force behind the Sumrok Multifamily Mentoring program. Since 2005, Brad has guided thousands of students, many of whom began with no previous investment experience, to purchase over $6 billion in apartment complexes. His mission is […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Dave Van Horn, Co-founder and Executive Chairman of PPR Capital. With over 35 years of expertise in residential and commercial real estate, Dave brings deep insights into strategic planning, business development, and real estate investment. He’s also a co-founder and board member of Strategic […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to have Neil Wahlgren, managing partner at MAG Capital Partners, return to the podcast. With nearly two decades of expertise in leadership, operations, and capital markets, Neil has a remarkable background that spans military service as a C-130 pilot and extensive experience in real estate investment. Under […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome back Charles Dobens, a multifamily expert and industry leader, for another insightful conversation. With over $50 million in real estate deals and more than $3 billion in multifamily transactions guided by his clients, Charles is the mastermind behind the MultifamilyOS™ system and the innovative Hotel […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to have Kevin Bupp, the Principal, Cofounder, and CEO of Sunrise Capital Investors, on the podcast. Kevin is an experienced real estate investor with over two decades of expertise and a portfolio valued at over $500 million. As the host of two top-ranked real estate podcasts, “The […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome back Brent Ritchie, the President of EnRitch Investment Group Inc. Brent brings over 18 years of experience in engineering, construction, and project management, and is a seasoned operator in the multifamily and commercial real estate space. With a portfolio that includes 3,400 doors and 2,300 […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to have Charles Carillo, founder and managing partner of Harborside Partners, on the podcast. Charles has been actively investing in multifamily and commercial real estate since 2006, with over $200 million in transactions. Known for his expertise in renovating and repositioning properties, Charles has developed a reputation […]