The Real Estate Mindset

Are you looking to create passive income streams while in active duty? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Tim Kelly, a Navy veteran whose journey from active duty to property mogul is nothing short of remarkable. In an episode that navigates through Tim's inspiring story, we delve into his wealth-building strategies, starting with his first live-in flip and house...

How much time do you invest in personal development? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Jake Porter about his journey from being a pastor guiding his flock in Houston to the founder of Daring Ventures, where he now aids individuals grappling with addiction and trauma. This episode offers an intimate look at the emotional undercurrents that drive our reactions and beha...

Are you taking care of your mental health? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Alan Underwood, an entrepreneur who transformed his career from managing a fast-food joint to creating a multi-million dollar pizza empire and beyond. His tale is a rich tapestry of ambition, heartache, and resilience, charting a path through the unpredictable business terrain to personal re...

What happens when you lose everything? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Joel Friedland about property acquisition, syndication, and the art of building equity for long-term wealth. By delving into the concept of real estate syndication, we highlight the key roles of low debt and high equity in successful investments.  From understanding how to maintain a low loan-to...

Are laundromats still a profitable passive business to invest in? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Jordan Berry about the practicalities of investing in laundromats as a route to substantial cash flow. This episode highlights how an overlooked sector like laundromat ownership can be a genuine game-changer for anyone venturing into the real estate market. Jordan disc...

Are you using a self-directed IRA to grow your investment portfolio? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Dana Udumulla about retirement planning. We emphasize the importance of diversification and highlight the potential penalties of early withdrawal. We guide you through the variety of reinvestment options available with the profits from your alternative investments....

What are the cons of retail leasing? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, I chat with Tony Johnson about commercial non-residential real estate. As a seasoned commercial general contractor and savvy investor, Tony peels back the layers of non-residential property investments, charting a course through the challenges of the entitlement process and zoning intricacies.  Tony shares the...

How can one maximize occupancy rate in their rental properties? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we tackle the tricky terrain of property underwriting and asset management challenges with Mike Tarvella. He doesn’t just share the troubles you might face, he provides creative strategies to overcome them. From implementing a non-refundable move-in fee to setting up a surety bond to...

Do you own your mistakes or are you ashamed of them? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset Podcast, I chat with Harvey Yergin about his transition from stay-at-home dad to the world of real estate investing. He did this transition with nothing but a leap of faith and a few thousand dollars for a down payment on a $30,000 house. Harvey's tale of transformation continues as he turns the ta...

Ever wondered how a shift in perspective could redefine your career path?  In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Mike O’Connor about the details of his evolving career, his self-discovery, and the profound realization that helped him switch gears. Mike's story teaches us that more often than not, it's not our jobs that are the problem, it's our perception...

How does one start saving money for real estate investments? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, our guest Rylee Knox, we follow his fascinating journey from working for the Department of Defense to a successful career in real estate. Riley shares his wake-up call that led him to reevaluate his life and pursue his passion in real estate. Listen as he reveals how he and his wife sta...

Are you paying your people what they are worth? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, our guest Luke Henry shares his journey of how he eventually led him to leave his job as a pharmacist and fully embrace his entrepreneurial spirit with his wife. Together, they embarked on a bold project: buying eight buildings in one block in their hometown, aiming to bring their vision of 'Ma...

Growing up, there was never a clear answer to the question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" For some, it's a clear path, but for our guest, Sam, his path took many detours. Homeschooled for most of his life, Sam never imagined that he would go from owning a chain of martial arts schools to becoming a full-time real estate investor. This episode follows Sam's unique j...

Have you ever wondered if it's possible to balance the thrill of globe-trotting and the responsibilities of running a thriving business? Let me introduce you to Kurt, a maverick real estate investor who found a way to do just that. Kurt spills the beans on his journey - from selling his spray foam insulation business to fueling his real estate dreams. He sheds light on the nuances of real est...

Do you tend to adopt a scarcity mindset when it comes to business? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset Podcast, we chat with Justin Campbell about his compelling journey, marked by faith, resilience and a passion for risk-taking. From flipping his first house to establishing a successful property management business, Justin's story is a powerful testament to the beauty of trusting God&...

In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, join us for an invigorating conversation with Clay Spiekman, a successful entrepreneur who decided to push his boundaries beyond the comfort zone. Clay's story is a masterclass in embracing discomfort, as he transitioned from being a successful entrepreneur to challenging himself with Spartan racing, kickboxing and endurance events. This tra...

You know how we're always told that hard work and commitment pay off?  In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, I chat with Devin Elder, a multi-job hustler who transformed his life through entrepreneurship and became the owner of a quarter-billion-dollar real estate empire.  Devin’s story is not only about financial success, but also about personal growth, reinventing oneself, and...

How much confidence is too much? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, I chat with Matt Cavanaugh about the importance of moving forward with confidence in business. However, it’s also important to stay humble and realize while you may know a lot, there’s always more you can learn and someone else can teach you it. We also chat about what Matt’s definition of success is. While for ma...

Is real estate the only method to cut back on your tax owing? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, I chat with Brady Slack about the many tax advantages which exist when you invest in real estate. From depreciation to successions, there are plenty of opportunities in real estate to build your wealth and pass it on to the next generation without having to give as much to Uncle Sam. W...

How do you feel about investing in mentorship? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat about Scott Jacobson and the moments when he had to shift his mindset to make it in real estate. He talks about the different ways he had to change his thinking as he is a CPA by trade, as well as how these shifts allowed him to progress in building his portfolio. We also chat about Scott’s m...

What does it take to make the transition from working in tech to investing in real estate? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, our co-host John Weaver chats with Johnny Wolff about how he got started in real estate when working in tech. He explains how he invested in real estate as a strategy to eventually be able to afford his own residence when the prices of real estate felt out...

Are you limiting your potential by staying in your comfort zone? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, I chat with Rick Warner about the emotional working edge. This is an invisible ceiling that we all have which keeps us in our comfort zone. However, if you really want to be successful, then you must go beyond this point. Rick also explains how important it is to put in the actual w...

Are you looking for alternative ways to acquire property? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, we chat with Zachary Beach about the different ways you can build your wealth with real estate without resorting to the traditional banking system. Zachary explains how you can add creative financing to your tool belt and use it to acquire more wealth in the next 10 to 20 years than you co...

What does it take to make it in real estate? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, I chat with Kyle Root about the discipline and focus it takes to build your real estate portfolio from the ground up. Most of the time, we fail to realize that the number one thing that is in the way of our success is that our attention is being spread out between different projects. When you decide to...

Did you know that after college may be one of the best times to start investing in real estate? In this episode of The Real Estate Mindset podcast, I chat with Nate Smith about how he got started in the real estate game straight after college. While it may be tempting to start spending money on whatever cool things we desire with the money we earn in our first job, there is an opportunity in this...