Own Your Upside

In this episode of The Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, I'm thrilled to sit down with Jarrod Ochsenbein , an inspiring investor balancing a demanding W2 job, family, and a growing real estate portfolio. Jarrod’s story is a masterclass in creative investing and the power of community support. In less than two years, Jarrod has built an impressive portfolio, starting with a unique co-living,...

Kyle Walbridge is a 28-year-old investor who kickstarted his real estate journey with just $8,000. Starting with down payment assistance, Kyle used that initial investment to buy his first house hack, eventually living rent-free by renting rooms to friends. That $8,000 opened the door to a portfolio that now includes multiple properties, both local and long-distance. Kyle’s story is a powerful exa...

Mike Sullivan, also known as InspiredLandlord on X, shares his journey into real estate investing while balancing a demanding 17+ year career in local television news and family life. Mike takes a methodical approach to real estate, starting small and leveraging HELOCs to fund his first properties. Perfect for new investors, this conversation highlights how you can get started, build your portfoli...

🎬 Topics Covered: 0:00 - From Music to Real Estate 1:12 - Aaron's Career turning point 9:25 - Aaron and his wife's journey to real estate investing 17:49 - Numbers on Aaron's first rental property 24:20 - Leveraging equity in your residence 31:54 - Migrating to Washington 41:02 - Trying long distance in Iowa 45:20 - Operations and lessons of managing remotely 53:25 - Aaron's reflections on his jo...

Ben Kall, a titan in real estate who transformed his athletic discipline into a thriving $70 million real estate empire. Ben shares how he leveraged the skills from his days as a college athlete to dominate the real estate market, scaling from single-family homes to managing multifamily units, self-storage, and commercial real estate deals across the Midwest. Ben opens up about the mental and tact...

My guest this episode is Kelli Jagmin, an inspiring mother and part-time graphic designer who, alongside her husband, has bravely expanded her rental property portfolio in Northern Illinois. Initially tempted by the allure of patenting a new tool, Kelli shares how shifting focus to real estate has shaped her family's financial foundation. From their first successful BRRR strategy to navigating the...

In this episode, we sit down with Cory Jacobson, co-host of the Wealth Juice Podcast (@wealthjuiceofficial) and a seasoned real estate investor with an impressive portfolio of over 70 units across various markets. Join us as Cory shares his journey from starting with house hacking to co-owning a short-term rental property management and hospitality company. What You'll Learn in This Episode: -...

Welcome back, everyone! In this special anniversary episode, we're marking the first birthday of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast. It's been an incredible journey filled with significant life changes, challenges, and triumphs, and I'm excited to share this milestone with you. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬CONTACT▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Feel free to reach out to me at any of the following: Email: aaron@aaron...

Rene Gonzalez, known on social media as the Forever Landlord. Rene shares his compelling journey from growing up in poverty to building a robust real estate portfolio grounded in his unique philosophy of self-management and financial prudence. Discover Rene's strategies for developing financial intelligence, the benefits of self-managing properties, and his approach to creating lasting tenant...

Welcome back to another episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast. This week, I'm going to share an interview I did recently on Michael Zuber's One Rental at a Time show. This one was particularly special for me as Michael has been a huge influence to me throughout my investing journey. His philosophy of taking consistent daily action playing the long game and treating your jo...

In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, I interview AJ Smith, a passionate investor who achieved financial freedom by age 23 through real estate. AJ shares his journey from analyzing 700 deals before purchasing his first property to building a diverse portfolio, including house hacking quadplexes and taking down large commercial deals. We discuss key topics such as overcomi...

In today’s we have Anastassia Aleman, a CPA turned full-time entrepreneur, who used her financial acumen to build a robust portfolio of cash-flowing rental properties. Tune in to hear about her transition to real estate, how she finds off-market deals, and the creative finance strategies she employs to enhance cash flow. Anastassia also shares her experiences as a financial coach, helping others n...

In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, I interview Han from Byte Sized Investments. Han shares his remarkable journey of purchasing 18 rental properties in the United States all the way from Singapore in just mare 4 years. We delve into his strategies, including the BRRRR method, his experiences in property management, and how he overcame the challenges of remote investing...

Frank Contreras, a residential remodeling contractor and real estate investor in the new episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast. Starting his real estate investment journey in 2007, Frank faced significant challenges, including bankruptcy during the 2010 financial crisis. His return to real estate in 2019 marked a pivotal change, focusing on education, community support, and strate...

A seasoned mortgage lender, author, and investor with nearly two decades of experience in the mortgage industry from waiting tables to building a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio using his "stair step method" in the new episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast we have Joel Farrell In this episode, Joel shares his strategies for overcoming the challenges of securin...

In the new episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast as I sit down with multifaceted investor and entrepreneur Luke Gilbert Luke shares his incredible journey from sound design and working as an electrician to becoming a top real estate agent in Boise, Idaho. Learn how he built a portfolio of eight properties, established a property management company, and ventured into coaching new a...

In this riveting interview, I sit down with Cam Cooper, a 29-year-old real estate prodigy who's juggled house hacking, short-term rentals, coaching, and much more, all alongside a demanding full-time career as a Data Analyst. From hosting an Atlanta real estate meetup to overcoming early investment hurdles, Cam unveils his captivating journey packed with lessons for every investor. Tune in for...

Husband, father, technology executive, remote real estate investor, coach, and podcast host. Nathan is passionate about helping others grow their passive income and generational wealth with real estate in less than 20 minutes a day. Nathan believes in abundance, organization, and, with the right tooling, believes anyone can do anything. With his technology background, focus, and dedication Nathan...

In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, I'm going to air a recording of a live YouTube stream I did recently with my friend, Marc Oshiro, also known as The Financial Firefighter. Marc is a firefighter by day, literally, a career he's very passionate about. But his story has so many more layers than that, including owning 14 out-of-state rental properties from 6 time...

Join me and Nathan Murith on this special episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional podcast as we discuss our journey from mastermind partners to founding the Remote Real Estate Academy. Learn about our combined experience, planning process, and the creation of a unique real estate investing community tailored for busy professionals. Discover insights into our course content, real estate stra...

In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, we have a multifaceted conversation with fitness coach Jack Sorensen. Journey with Jack from his engineering days to house hacking his first rental property, and ultimately transitioning into a full-time fitness coach. Discover his honest insights on being a DIY landlord, leaving a stable W2 job, and leading a holistic, healthy life....

This episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast is a recording of my guest appearance on Haydynn Fike’s show The Art of Connecting Podcast We discuss my journey from the intense world of the entertainment industry to becoming a real estate investor. We also talk about experiences, the importance of networking, and how I transitioned into real estate investing, eventually managing a por...

Griffin Brand, a real estate investor, new father, and former U.S. Army Ranger. Griffin shares his journey from DIY house flipping to raising millions for a syndication fund, emphasizing discipline, consistency, and camaraderie. Discover Griffin's unique approach to real estate investing, including a detailed breakdown of his seller-financed deal, and learn valuable lessons on balancing career...

This episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast is a recording of the guest appearance I had on Jack Allweil's show Another Money Episode. We discuss the challenges new investors face when buying their first rental property. the lessons I learned from my journey of coaching new investors and my personal journey into real estate investing, including my struggles and the transition f...

In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, I sit down with Randy Smith, founder of Impact Equity, join me. Randy's impressive journey from working in corporate America for 20+ years to helping over 100 investors place $7.3 million into passive real estate opportunities is truly inspiring. We discuss his transition from single-family rentals to multifamily syndications and...