RE:INVEST

Serial entrepreneur Jesse Lear built and sold a Midwest valet trash company, then founded Epicurean Furnished Apartments in Central Ohio. Garrett and Seth dig into why he calls mid-term rentals the "Goldilocks" of real estate: who books them, what they really cost, and when they beat long-term rentals.  Book a call at clarity.fm/jesselear and mention the podcast for 50% off through Black...

In this week’s episode, Seth sits down with Garrett to unpack their latest acquisition: a car wash! From the excitement of adding a new business to the realities of operating one, Garrett shares the lessons, surprises, and challenges that come with being first-time car wash owners. The guys discuss the actual time commitment required to run a car wash, unexpected operational headaches, and what ha...

With higher borrowing costs, stubborn home prices, and fewer transactions, finding real estate investments that make sense isn’t easy. But that doesn’t mean the opportunities are gone. In this solo episode of RE:INVEST, Seth breaks down three types of real estate deals that can still work in today’s challenging market: Fix-and-flips: Creating equity through smart purchases and renovations. High ca...

Join our host Seth Ciminillo for a 10-minute real estate market update on changing interest rates, rising home prices, and what these trends mean for buyers, sellers, and investors.  In this 10-minute update, we discuss what these changes mean for buyers, sellers, and investors—and why patience, strategic pricing, and smart financial decisions matter as the market potentially shifts toward more bu...

What happens when a real estate investor trades property for vending machines? After years of investing in Chicago real estate, Anthony Kolodziej was looking for a new way to build recurring cash flow without the larger upfront capital often required in real estate. That led him into the vending industry and eventually to building H&H Vending into a business with 80+ machines across 45+ locati...

         Long time and seasoned real estate developer John McNellis, author of “Making it in Real Estate” shares 45 years worth of seasoned experience that today’s real estate investor needs to know. From owing the IRS six-figures to investing in ground leases with Chic-Fil-A, You won’t want to miss this episode! through real estate.   FREE Audiobook Offer – Making It in Real Estate Want to dive d...

Wes Rowlands helps business owners build long-term net worth through strategic investing and disciplined financial planning. With nearly 20 years of experience across Wall Street, consulting, and private wealth management, Wesley specializes in translating complex financial strategies into clear, actionable guidance that supports sustainable wealth growth. Connect with Wes: Atikan website = https:...

In today's episode Garrett and Seth break down why your lead funnels aren't producing opportunities as expected. They diagnose where they are finding their deals and how the systems it takes to keep from giving up too soon. Implement one of these lead funnels into your business and watch the outcome! Connect with your Hosts: Garrett Gatton LinkedIn Facebook Garrett.gatton@gmail.com Seth...

Seth and Garrett dive into debt advice and strategies they have changed their minds about. It's not 2020 anymore and we have a new market that requires updating strategies. Additionally, investment philosophies can change over time. Don't get caught believing clickbait about a market from 5 years ago.  Connect with your Hosts: Garrett Gatton LinkedIn Facebook Garrett.gatton@gmail.com Set...

In Episode 175, Garrett and Seth challenge some of the most common real estate investing advice they’ve heard—and even followed themselves. From “always use other people’s money” to refinancing, pulling equity from properties, and other popular investing strategies, they share why their perspectives have changed with experience. Tune in for an honest conversation that may reshape the way you think...

Reed Hubbuch is a budding entrepreneur who in his early twenties has already gotten a lot of reps in. From self-developing his own small-bay industrial flex space to running a door dash style laundry service, he is no stranger to hard work and innovation. This in person interview will not disappoint.  Connect with your Hosts: Garrett Gatton LinkedIn Facebook Garrett.gatton@gmail.com Seth Ciminillo...

 What if your rental properties are making money... but costing you millions in missed opportunity? In this episode of the RE Podcast, Garrett sits down with Colorado real estate investor and educator Chris Lopez to unpack one of the most overlooked concepts in real estate investing: Return on Equity (ROE). Chris shares his journey from house hacking and building an active rental portfolio to help...

Most business owners focus on maximizing the sale—but 75% regret their exit. Garrett sits down with Brett Swarts, founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, to discuss building your family’s mission and vision before a liquidity event, avoiding common exit-planning mistakes, and when strategies like the Deferred Sales Trust may fit into a broader wealth plan. Plus, Brett shares the guiding principle...

Building Wealth  with BRRRR with Michael Ketchen                Michael still believes the BRRR is alive and well in today’s real estate market. Listen to this episode to see how his team is thriving in a strategy where others have cast it aside. Successful real estate investing is about fundamentals and staying true to them in good markets and bad. Michael has used his success to coach and develo...

No fluff. No frills. Just 2 case studies and the lessons learned from flipping and how to learn from them so your next investment can be profitable. Follow the Deal and Reinvest Capital break down the fundamentals of good partnerships, buying deals on market.   Connect with your Hosts: Garrett Gatton LinkedIn Facebook Garrett.gatton@gmail.com Seth Ciminillo LinkedIn Facebook Seth.ciminillo@gmail.c...

What if the biggest obstacle to growing your real estate portfolio isn't finding deals—it's paying too much in taxes? In this episode, we sit down with Mark , founder of TaxWise Partners and a self-described Tax Savings Architect , to discuss how strategic tax planning can help real estate investors keep more of what they earn and redeploy that capital into additional investments. Drawin...

Zander Kempf is the founder and CEO of Clear Summit Investments, a vertically integrated outdoor hospitality fund with $40M in assets across glamping resorts, hot springs destinations, and experiential wellness properties near national parks in the Western U.S. A former Army Captain and paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne — including a nine-month combat deployment to Iraq — Zander took everything h...

Luke Henry is pulling back the curtain on the chaos, pressure, and payoff of bringing downtown buildings back to life. From nearly losing federal tax credits to construction delays that test every ounce of patience, this episode is a real-world case study in grit. We sit down with Henry Development Group to talk historic preservation, downtown Marion’s future, and what it really takes to turn old...

What does it really take to go from single-family deals to owning over 1,000 multifamily units—and design a life of true freedom along the way? In this episode, we sit down with Eric Nelson, founder of Wild Oak Capital, who shares how he scaled his portfolio over the past 12+ years and ultimately built a business that supports both time and financial freedom. Now living abroad in Spain, Eric break...

Nicolas Lares specializes in ownership-based insurance for commercial real estate, helping investors reduce expenses and boost NOI. Formerly a top broker for Amazon’s logistics network, he founded Insur3Tech to combat rising insurance costs. Today, he helps property owners pool risk, control pricing, and unlock millions in annual insurance profit distributions.   Connect with Nicolas: Website  Lin...

Rich Ganim is a residential real estate expert serving Cleveland, Ohio, and Central and Southwest Florida. Founder of Ganim Real Estate, powered by Real Broker, Rich has built his business around delivering an “UNREAL experience” through white glove service, unreasonable hospitality, and sharp market expertise—proving that exceptional client care is not just a luxury, but a superior business strat...

Jens shares his journey from immigrating from Denmark in 1996 to building a $250M real estate portfolio and coaching others to higher performance. In this episode, he unpacks the mindset, strategy, and accountability behind his success—while highlighting the value of transparency in business, investing, and personal growth. A powerful conversation for anyone looking to scale with clarity, trust, a...

Michael Azzam thought he bought an investment property—until he discovered it was a burned-out house. In this episode, the founder of The Azzam Group shares how that moment shaped his approach to real estate, and how disciplined underwriting, hands-on support, and full-service investing help clients build long-term wealth with confidence. Connect with Michael: Email: Tiktok: LinkedIn: Connect with...

In this episode, Garrett & Seth sit down with Cody Hofhine to discuss wholesaling and building a business the right way—through mindset, habits, and personal growth. Cody shares his powerful journey from struggling entrepreneur to building multiple multi-million-dollar businesses, emphasizing that true success starts with internal mastery. Inspired by mentors like Jim Rohn, he explains how per...

Heather Herr, Founder & CEO of Private Real Estate Collection / Team Herr, brings 21+ years of real estate expertise and a luxury, investor savvy perspective. Now leading as CEO, she specializes in high touch brokerage, strategic investor relationships, and design driven service. Learn about her “Luxury” philosophy that has built her success in a major market like Cincinatti, OH.   Connect wit...