AZREIA Show

Join Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete in this episode of the AZREIA show as they dive into the essentials of wholesaling real estate. With over 14 years of experience, they share personal success stories, reveal critical marketing strategies, and discuss the importance of networking and market knowledge. Learn how to navigate wholesaling in any market, the differences between various real estate...

Welcome to the AZREIA Show, hosted by Mike Del Prete, Executive Director of the Arizona Real Estate Investors Association. In this episode, we sit down with Matt Evans, a recent mayoral candidate for Phoenix, the fifth largest city in the United States. Matt shares the challenges and insights from his candidacy, reflecting on the sacrifices, media hurdles, and support dynamics he faced. Despite ru...

In this episode of The AZREIA Show, host Marcus Maloney alongside co-host and executive director Mike Del Prete, welcomes Dan Noma, a long-time real estate expert and the creator of Easy Street Offers. Dan delves into his extensive experience since 2004, highlighting how he transitioned from individual real estate transactions to working with institutions, private equity groups, and hedge funds. H...

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete welcome special guest Sharon Lechter. Sharon, a renowned author and financial literacy advocate, shares her journey from a real estate investor at age 10 to a CPA and successful entrepreneur. She discusses key concepts from her books, including Think and Grow Rich, Rich Dad Poor Dad, and Outwitting the Devil, emphasizing t...

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, Executive Director Mike Del Prete dives into the powerful trends driving Arizona's booming real estate market. Learn about the 'path of progress' and how migration trends, strategic job growth, and major developments like the TSMC Semiconductor Plant are transforming certain areas into investment hotspots. This episode covers three key insights to help investors...

Join Mike Del Prete, Executive Director of the Arizona Real Estate Investors Association, in this exciting episode of the AZREIA Show. Today, we have a special guest, Rich Wonders, also known as the 'Novation King.' Rich is a seasoned real estate investor who specializes in novation deals and partners with wholesalers nationwide to close more deals. In this episode, Rich shares his journey from se...

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete welcome Greg Slaughter, a highly successful real estate investor and entrepreneur. In this episode, Greg shares his transformative journey from bankruptcy to financial freedom, offering invaluable insights into his 'Entrepreneurial Success Formula.' Learn the four crucial elements: creating congruency, cultivating capacity...

In this episode of the AZREIA show, host Marcus Maloney and Executive Director Mike Del Prete interviews Kim Slaughter, a real estate investor and founder of Together Saving Paws, a nonprofit supporting human trafficking survivors with emotional support dogs and providing ballistic vests to police K9. Kim shares her journey from real estate to nonprofit work, emphasizing education, networking, and...

In this comprehensive episode of the AZREIA show, host Marcus Maloney and executive director Mike Del Prete welcome Arizona Department of Real Estate Commissioner Susan Nicolson to discuss the evolving real estate market. They delve into topics such as the relationship between agents and investors, regulatory challenges, the impact of Wall Street on housing, and the complexities of real estate inv...

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete sit down with Matt Evans, a passionate candidate for Phoenix Mayor. Evans, a lifelong Phoenix resident and current tech professional, shares his personal journey and vision for the city. Drawing from his experiences as an Uber driver and the challenges faced by neighborhoods affected by homelessness, Evans outlines his pla...

In this episode of The AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete dive into the complexities of the real estate market and share their insights as business owners. They discuss how to achieve work-life balance as entrepreneurs, especially when working closely with family members. They also touch on the importance of buying right, unexpected issues in fix and flips, and the value of ownin...

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete welcome Kelly Cooper, a small business owner and congressional candidate for Arizona's District 4. Kelly shares his background, growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, serving in the Marine Corps, and his journey in the hospitality industry. He discusses his motivation for running for Congress, his viewpoints on small busine...

Join Mike Del Prete, executive director of The AZREIA Show, as he dives into the intricate world of probate with special guest Paul Deloughery from Sudden Wealth Protection Law. In this episode, Paul, author of 'Probate Made Simple', discusses the legal landscape of probate, shedding light on how it affects real estate investors. Learn about the journey from musician to attorney, the differences b...

Join hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete as they welcome Courtney LeVinus from the Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA) on this episode of the AZREIA Show. With over 25 years of experience in real estate, Courtney provides an in-depth look into the housing landscape in Arizona. Discussions include the origins and purpose of the AMA, the implications of rent control, the impact of legislative...

In this episode of The AZREIA Show, host Marcus Maloney and co-host Mike Del Prete welcome Nate Hare, Executive Director of Directed IRA. Nate shares his journey from real estate into the world of self-directed IRAs, highlighting how these accounts can be powerful tools for building generational wealth. Learn how to diversify investments beyond traditional stocks and bonds, using IRAs to invest in...

In this episode of The AZREIA Show, Mike Del Prete, Executive Director of AZREIA, talks with special guest Nicholas Tsontakis from Dwellboldly about Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and their growing significance in Arizona. The discussion delves into the basics of ADUs, their legal considerations, zoning regulations, and their impact on affordable housing.    Nicholas shares his expertise on the v...

Join Mike Del Prete, Executive Director of AZREIA, as he interviews Luke Careccia, a young real estate investor and entrepreneur. Discover how Luke entered the real estate world at 17, overcame personal tragedies, and built his career from door-to-door sales to successful real estate investments. Learn about the strategies Luke uses, including cold calling agents and focusing on educational growth...

Join Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete, hosts of the AZREIA Show, as they share their insights on the fundamentals of real estate wholesaling. In this episode, they discuss the ease and challenges of starting in wholesaling, the misconceptions, and the importance of building a network.    They also dive deep into the step-by-step process of wholesaling, their personal success stories, and the valu...

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, host Marcus Maloney and co-host Mike Del Prete dive deep into the world of mobile home investments with industry experts James and Alden Guajardo. They discuss their business model focused on mobile homes and low-cost housing in Arizona, highlighting the opportunities and challenges in the market.    James and Alden share how they got into the niche, the importa...

Join host Marcus Maloney and co-host Mike Del Prete on The AZREIA Show as they catch up with Garrick O'Connell, a seasoned landlord, real estate agent, and the leader of the AZREIA Landlording Subgroup. Garrick shares insights from his real estate journey, detailing his transition from acquiring rentals to focusing on flipping properties and mobile homes due to market changes.    He discusses the...

In this episode of the AZREIA show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete are joined by special guest Isabelle Guarino to delve into the niche of residential assisted living. Isabelle shares insights on how her father transitioned from various real estate ventures into residential assisted living out of necessity and passion for better care facilities.    The discussion covers the concept and op...

Join Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete on the AZREIA Show as they sit down with real estate mogul Sam Primm from St. Louis, Missouri. Sam shares his journey from a traditional W2 path to becoming a full-time real estate investor, completing over 1000 deals in wholesales and flips. Discover his strategies, mindset, and approach to funding, including his pivot to flipping more properties in the curr...

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete welcome special guest Michaela Chatman. Michaela shares her inspiring journey from being an educator to becoming a successful real estate investor. Learn about her challenges and successes, including how she secured her first fourplex. Michaela gives insight into the benefits of being a part of AZREIA and the importance of...