Pucks To Properties

In this episode of Pucks to Properties , we sit down with Greg Helbeck , real estate investor, entrepreneur, and content creator, to talk about walking away from hockey at a young age, finding his path in real estate, and building a seven-figure business from the ground up. Greg’s hockey career ended after junior hockey, when he realized that continuing to chase the game wasn’t going to lead where...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties , we sit down with Mitch Wahl , former professional hockey player turned real estate professional, to talk about the end of a 17-season playing career and the challenge of building an entirely new career after hockey. Mitch’s hockey journey took him from Southern California to the Spokane Chiefs, where he won a Memorial Cup , before being selected in the seco...

In this heartfelt and grounded episode, we sit down with Greg Wolfe —former pro hockey player turned real estate investor and youth coach. After playing professionally and wrapping up his career in Toledo, Greg made a purposeful transition into real estate while balancing a growing family and coaching future hockey stars. He shares how a finance degree, early mentorship, and a W2 job helped him te...

From college roommates at Quinnipiac to co-founders of a thriving Texas-based real estate company, Bobby Tyson and Loren Barron join Pucks to Properties to share how blind faith, hustle, and a few Craigslist deals laid the foundation for Eastwood Realty. In this episode, they walk us through their early days — from flipping furniture and living in a warehouse, to building custom homes, cold-callin...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties, former NHL forward Erik Condra joins Bob Lachance and Tom Mele to discuss his transition from the ice to the investment world. With over 370 professional hockey games under his belt, Erik dives into how he leveraged his playing days and network to launch a new chapter in commercial real estate. Now working as Director of Business Development at Schafer Richa...

In this special in-house edition of Pucks to Properties , the team highlights one of their own: Dante Zapata. After a successful collegiate career and a brief stint in professional hockey, Dante made the difficult decision to retire from the sport and fully transition into real estate. Recruited through a former coach, Dante moved across the country to join the team in Cheshire, CT—demonstrating t...

Tim Brent joins Pucks to Properties to share his journey from a 12-year professional hockey career to building a successful real estate business. Drafted twice by the same NHL team, Brent played in the AHL, NHL, and KHL, winning a championship under Iron Mike Keenan. After bouncing between teams, including Anaheim, Pittsburgh, and Toronto, he eventually made the difficult decision to retire on his...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties , we sit down with former NHL veteran Nate Thompson, who played over 800 games across nine NHL teams. Nate shares his journey from professional hockey to entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges of transitioning out of the sport and into the business world. After an 18-year professional career, Nate co-founded 44 Concierge, a high-end concierge service c...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties , hosts Tom and Bob welcome Ed Stulak, a former hockey player turned social media branding expert and real estate powerhouse. Ed shares his unique journey from playing hockey at Penn State, dealing with a career-ending injury, and struggling to find his path—before ultimately discovering his passion for branding, marketing, and real estate. Ed dives into how...

On this episode of Pucks to Properties , we talk with Zane Schartz, a former professional hockey player turned commercial real estate investor. Zane shares his journey from playing in the CHL, ECHL, and overseas in Europe to building a career in real estate, where he has been involved in managing $800M in assets and now runs his own investment fund, Freedom Commercial Real Estate. Zane breaks down...

On this episode of Pucks to Properties , we sit down with Max Motew from Chicago, a former goalie turned real estate professional. Max shares his journey from playing prep school and college hockey to building a career in property management, leasing, and real estate investment. After playing at Hebron Academy, Berwick Academy, and Plymouth State, Max faced a tough transition out of hockey, battli...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties, we sit down with Luke Rivera, a former college hockey player who transitioned seamlessly from the rink to a thriving career in industrial real estate. Luke shares how his upbringing, surrounded by a legacy of real estate expertise from his grandfather, father, and uncles, shaped his path and inspired his pivot to commercial real estate after hanging up his s...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties , we chat with Jake Rivera, a former pro hockey player turned real estate expert in the upstate New York market. Jake shares his journey from lacing up his skates in Los Angeles and Knoxville to building a thriving career in commercial real estate. Discover how his family’s deep roots in development and his hockey background shaped his approach to business an...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties , we sit down with Matt Van Voorhis, a former NCAA Division I National Champion and pro hockey player, now thriving as a real estate professional. Matt shares how his hockey background, from playing for the US National Team to competing in Europe and the East Coast, shaped his career and led him to his current role as the "Hockey Realtor." With a degree in Re...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties , we sit down with former professional hockey player Joel Broda, who shares his journey from the ice to the real estate industry. Joel discusses how he used his downtime during his hockey career to earn a Business Administration diploma, preparing for life after hockey. After a 12-year pro career, including stints in the Minnesota Wild system and seven years...

In this episode of  Pucks to Properties , we sit down with Nick Schneider, a former professional hockey player who has successfully transitioned into the mortgage industry. Nick shares his journey from the ice rink to the real estate world, emphasizing the challenges and rewards of making such a significant career shift. He discusses the importance of starting early in planning for life after hock...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties, we sit down with Rence Coassin Jr., a former ice hockey standout turned business mogul. Rence's journey from the rink to the boardroom is a story of perseverance, passion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Rence played collegiate hockey at Harvard University, where he was recognized for his academic achievements and his contributions on the ice. De...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties, we sit down with Dennis Brown, a former professional hockey player who has successfully transitioned into the world of real estate and finance. Dennis shares his journey from the ice to the office, revealing the challenges he faced when his hockey career ended and how he found his new passion in helping people achieve their homeownership dreams. Dennis's...

Join us on this episode of Pucks to Properties as we sit down with former NHL defenseman Kurt Sauer. Kurt's remarkable journey took him from the ice rinks of the NHL, where he played for the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, Colorado Avalanche, and Phoenix Coyotes, to becoming a top real estate broker in the Midwest. Kurt's NHL career was marked by significant achievements, including setting a new...

Join us on the Pucks to Properties Podcast for an incredible episode featuring Moises, a former pro hockey player turned real estate developer. From his early days in San Diego and Alaska to settling in Columbus, he shares his professional hockey career, retiring at 23, and diving into his family’s drywall business. Moises' story is filled with highs and lows, from growing TMG Wall Systems to...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties, we lace up our skates with Tom Fenton, a former ice hockey goaltender whose career trajectory has taken him from the adrenaline-pumping arenas of junior league hockey alongside talents like John Tavares, to making crucial saves in the NCAA, and experiencing an unforgettable night as an emergency NHL goalie for the Phoenix Coyotes. Tom shares the gripping sto...

In today’s episode of Pucks to Properties, we sit down with Gary Heenan, the visionary head coach and founder of the Utica University men's ice hockey program. With over two decades of coaching experience, numerous championships, and a legacy of developing top-tier athletes and coaches, Gary shares the invaluable leadership qualities and strategies that have led to his success on and off the i...

In this episode of Pucks to Properties, we dive into the inspiring story of Kyle Ventura, a former alternate captain of the University of Toronto's Varsity Blues Men’s Ice Hockey Team, whose agility on the ice has seamlessly translated into success in the competitive real estate market. Join us as Kyle shares his journey from scoring goals to closing deals, reflecting on his transition from a...

Welcome to Episode #24 of Pucks To Properties! Today we delve into Darryl Boyce's inspiring transition from the NHL ice with teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Columbus Blue Jackets to the competitive world of real estate and business. Boyce's early career saw him overcoming odds, from his impactful play in junior leagues to undrafted success at the University of New Brunswick, lea...

Welcome to episode 23 of Pucks to Properties where we skate through the remarkable journey of Rado Illo, a former professional hockey player who pivoted from scoring goals on the ice to scoring sales in the real estate market. Rado's odyssey began as a 16-year-old moving to the USA, swiftly climbing the ranks in the hockey world with the Tri-City Storm, making waves in the World Juniors Champi...