The Virginia Investor Podcast

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, Stephen Glover sits down with Dave to explore how he bypassed the traditional college path to build an 18-year real estate career in Richmond. Dave breaks down how he bought his first VCU property using an FHA loan, tax credits, and house hacking to eliminate his living expenses. He shares the power of sweat equity, self-teaching renovation trades,...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover speaks with Chris Lloyd, a VMI graduate, real estate investor, and co-founder of Axiom Property Group. Chris shares how growing up in a military family and competing as a high-level triathlete shaped his fierce discipline and leadership mindset. He breaks down his pivot into real estate, buying his first house hack, and leveragi...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Sarah Stamper, owner of Reno RVA, a rental property investor, Class A contractor, and former maritime professional. Sarah shares her remarkable journey from breaking barriers as a quartermaster on harbor tugs in the Gulf Coast to building a thriving real estate and construction business in Richmond, Virginia. She...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with industry veteran Chris Corrada to break down his remarkable journey through commercial real estate, from competitive sports and early mentorship to leading high-stakes developments. Chris shares deep insights on capitalizing on market cycles, including the strategic acquisition of Richmond’s iconic James Center an...

In this episode, host Stephen Glover sits down with real estate attorney and business leader Jim Driggs to explore how foundational discipline translates directly into long-term professional success. Jim shares powerful lessons from his background in competitive swimming, VMI, and SEAL Team PT, highlighting how mastering basic mechanics and enduring shared struggle create unbreakable trust. He bre...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with realtor, DJ, and entrepreneur Julian Rivera to uncover the defining moments that shaped his personal and professional journey. Julian opens up about turning early legal setbacks into his personal "college" experience, taking full accountability, and pivoting his life toward fashion, music, and eventual real estate...

In this episode, host Stephen Glover speaks with Ryan Rice about his journey from running a college painting business to overseeing a $4 billion corporate portfolio. Ryan reveals how rolling up your sleeves and leading by example is the ultimate way to earn team respect and authority. He also breaks down strategies for overcoming major business setbacks by choosing long-term ethical integrity over...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Tom DeLegge to detail his transition from pipe fitter to commercial lender and leader of Young Investors in Real Estate. Tom shares how watching his family navigate the 2008 crash shaped his focus on capital access, liquidity, and securing financing. He breaks down how leveraging sweat equity, earning respect thro...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Josh Staneart to unpack the hard-learned lessons of scaling too fast, bad partnerships, and surviving a $500,000 financial loss. Josh opens up about wiping out his $180,000 personal savings and the heavy mental health toll that followed. He candidly shares the humbling reality of losing basic household necessities...

In this episode, Stephen Glover sits down with industry veteran Rick Jarvis to unpack three decades of real estate experience in the Richmond market. Rick shares key insights on navigating economic cycles, leveraging hard market data over fear, and using strategic pricing models to maximize deal value. He also breaks down how to scale a high-performing team by building operational redundancies and...

In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Duncan, a clinical psychologist turned powerhouse entrepreneur, to explore his inspiring journey from overcoming childhood adversity to scaling massive business systems. Anthony shares how surviving a childhood house fire shaped his drive for financial independence and how his psychology background helped him master the operational systems required to buil...

In this episode, host Stephen Glover sits down with Kyle Murphy, a Deputy Chief and Shift Commander who successfully bridged the gap between public service and savvy entrepreneurship. Kyle reveals how he mastered creative financing strategies like seller financing and "subject-to" deals to build a powerful rental property portfolio safely. He opens up about the grit required to launch a roll-off d...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Andrew Welker to share how he went from years of self-doubt and inaction to averaging 2-3 wholesale deals per month, retiring his wife, and building a rental portfolio. Andrew opens up about his journey through high-ticket construction sales and how mastering phone sales and follow-up ultimately gave him the confi...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Daryle Parker to break down his inspiring journey from working a grueling night shift at a rock quarry to becoming a top-tier sales performer and real estate investor. Daryle shares invaluable childhood lessons on financial freedom, highlighting how his father aggressively utilized a debt snowball method to elimin...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with local real estate legend Duke Dodson to explore his journey from a sports-obsessed kid in Virginia to a national leader in property management. Duke shares how watching his mother launch a grassroots home business inspired his own entrepreneurial drive, leading him to transition from a corporate mortgage role into...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Kristen Colyvas to explore her inspiring journey from the hospitality and wellness industries into the world of real estate. Kristen shares how her deep family roots in the trades and her husband’s extensive background in custom homebuilding shaped their dynamic real estate business. She opens up about the tactica...

In this episode of The Virginia Landlord Playbook, we discuss how to find mentors in real estate by building genuine relationships, adding value, surrounding yourself with the right people, and consistently taking action. DISCLAIMER: This content is meant for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Dario Cruz to explore his inspiring transition from a blue-collar HVAC background to a thriving career in real estate investing. Dario pulls back the curtain on his journey through wholesaling and flipping, including a massive $70,000 first deal and a memorable flip that unexpectedly gifted him a 1970 El Camino. H...

In this episode of The Virginia Landlord Playbook , we discuss how resident experience impacts retention, day-to-day operations, and overall return on investment. DISCLAIMER: This content is meant for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situat...

In this episode of The Virginia Landlord Playbook , we discuss how landlords should respond to mold complaints with proper investigation, timely communication, and thorough documentation to reduce risk and ensure proper handling. DISCLAIMER:  This content is meant for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. Always c...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Rocio Espericueta to unpack the powerful transition from a restrictive corporate mindset to true entrepreneurial freedom. Rocio shares her firsthand experience on how she and her husband, Carlos, successfully balance their marriage while scaling multiple real estate and property management businesses. She dives de...

In this episode of The Virginia Landlord Playbook, we discuss how landlords can scale from one property into a larger portfolio through intentional strategy, strong systems, and the right financing approach. DISCLAIMER: This content is meant for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified prof...

In this episode of The Virginia Landlord Playbook, we discuss the biggest mistake new landlords make and how to avoid it through proper planning, strong systems, and clear expectations. DISCLAIMER: This content is meant for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified professional for guidance...

In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, host Stephen Glover sits down with Tom Hacku, who shares his inspiring transition from a stable career as an Occupational Therapist to a full-time real estate investor in Richmond, Virginia. Rather than relying on traditional, expensive marketing campaigns like direct mail or cold calling, Tom successfully scaled his entire business by investing he...

In this episode of The Virginia Landlord Playbook , we discuss how landlords can successfully manage rental properties while living out of state by leveraging strong systems, communication, and vendor relationships. DISCLAIMER: This content is meant for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualif...