BigMikeFund

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Mike Zlotnik sits down with Dr. Axel Meierhoefer — founder of Ideal Wealth Grower and host of the Ideal Investor Show. A former German Air Force pilot turned real estate mentor, Dr. Axel shares his extraordinary journey from flying F-111 fighter jets to helping investors achieve financial freedom […]

In this episode, Big Mike welcomes Dave Seymour, retired firefighter, real estate expert, and star of A&E’s Flipping Boston. From battling fires in Boston to leading multimillion-dollar private equity deals at Freedom Venture Investments, Dave’s story is one of grit, faith, and relentless reinvention. He opens up about his journey from financial hardship to becoming […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike sits down with Ed Mathews, founder of Clark Street Capital and host of the Real Estate Underground podcast. After 24 years in Silicon Valley startups, Ed pivoted into real estate investing, leaving corporate life behind to build a portfolio of multifamily properties, single-family flips, and now, […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike welcomes Jonathan Greene, real estate thought leader, luxury agent, coach, and host of the rapidly growing podcast Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing. Jonathan shares his unique journey from lawyer to lifelong investor, and how mindfulness and building have shaped his approach to real […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike welcomes his good friend Chris Litzler, Senior Managing Director at Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation and seasoned mortgage broker with years of experience navigating complex capital markets. From the Midwest to the national stage, Chris brings a dual perspective as both a mortgage broker and investor, […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Mike welcomes Harrison Hall, a Dallas-based real estate investor, entrepreneur, and event creator with a unique blend of passions: music, real estate, and mental health advocacy. From launching a $58M real estate team to founding Elevate Event Series, Harrison has built a career that bridges business, creativity, and […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Mike welcomes Harrison Hall, a Dallas-based real estate investor, entrepreneur, and event creator with a unique blend of passions: music, real estate, and mental health advocacy. From launching a $58M real estate team to founding Elevate Event Series, Harrison has built a career that bridges business, creativity, and […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Mike welcomes back Yonah Weiss, the powerhouse behind Weiss Advice and a leader at Madison Specs, one of the nation’s top cost segregation firms. With the new permanent 100% bonus depreciation taking effect in 2025, Yonah shares how this tax game-changer impacts real estate investors. A national cost […]

In a market brimming with opportunity, distressed assets and disciplined leadership are key to unlocking wealth. Join host Mike Zlotnik for a powerful conversation with Trey Taylor, managing director of Trinity Family Office and author of A CEO Only Does Three Things, recorded in May 2025. From steering through the post-COVID multifamily market to seizing […]

Ready to turbocharge your real estate investments? Join host Mike Zlotnik, the Big Mike, for an illuminating discussion with Terry Judge, founder of Core Advisors and a 19-year veteran in cost segregation. Recorded in early May 2025 amid tariff uncertainties and high interest rates, this episode dives into how cost segregation can unlock massive tax […]

Welcome to the Big Mike Fund Podcast! Ready to turn market volatility into opportunity? Join host Mike Zlotnik, the Big Mike, for an insightful conversation with Dave Van Horn, co-founder and board member of PPR Capital Management. With nearly 40 years in real estate, Dave has built a powerhouse private equity fund specializing in non-performing […]

Welcome to the BigMikeFund Podcast! Are you a passive investor or sponsor navigating today’s challenging real estate market? Join host Mike Zlotnik for an insightful conversation with Chad Ackerman, co-founder of Leftfield Investors (now part of Passive Pockets under BiggerPockets) and a Focal Point coach. With years of experience building a platform to educate and […]

In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik welcomes back David McAlvany, CEO of McAlvany Financial Group, to discuss the role of precious metals in today’s volatile markets. With over 20 years in wealth management, David shares insights from his experience navigating the tech crisis and global financial crisis, founding McAlvany Wealth Management […]

Join Big Mike for a dynamic conversation with Wendy Sweet and Bill Fairman, co-founders of Carolina Capital, as they unpack the evolving real estate landscape in 2025. Wendy Sweet, a licensed real estate broker in North and South Carolina for 35 years, blends her selling and lending expertise to guide borrowers and investors toward wealth-building […]

Join Big Mike as he sits down with Derek Dombeck, a seasoned real estate investor, national speaker, and international best-selling author who’s been riding the market’s waves since 2003. As the owner of GOW Global LLC, Derek brings a wealth of expertise from thousands of transactions—spanning creative deal structuring, wholesaling, flipping, landlording, lending, and investing. […]

Join Big Mike on the Big Mike Fun Podcast as he welcomes Matt Calhoun, Director of Business Development at Equity Trust, the leading self-directed IRA custodian. In this episode, Matt dives into the latest trends shaping alternative investments, including the rise of crypto, precious metals, real estate, and debt funds. He explores how Equity Trust […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Robert Levy, Managing Partner at LBX Investments, a multi-strategy contrarian real estate firm with $250 million in assets under management. Rob has a deep background in real estate investing, having led acquisitions, asset management, and capital raising at multiple firms before co-founding LBX. With extensive experience […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Andy Gurczak, the founder of AllCity Adjusting, a leading public adjusting firm that has helped countless policyholders secure fair settlements. Andy’s journey began in construction and fire restoration, but he found his true calling in public adjusting, advocating for insured individuals and business owners against insurance […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Mario Dattilo, an expert in the commercial real estate space with over $100M in assets under management and ownership of more than 1,000 mobile home lots. Mario began his journey in real estate in 2006, transitioning from single-family flips to mobile home parks and other niche […]

In this episode, we’re joined once again by Neal Bawa, the Mad Scientist of Multifamily and the CEO/Founder of Grocapitus, for an in-depth look at the state of real estate in 2024. Neal shares his data-driven insights on the current challenges of inflation and interest rates, and why now is one of the best times […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome back Jeremy Roll, Founder and President of Roll Investment Group and co-founder of For Investors By Investors (FIBI). Jeremy is a highly respected passive cash flow investor managing a group of over 1,500 investors, with investments in over 60 opportunities across more than $1 billion […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Ryan Severino, Chief Economist and Head of Research at BGO and adjunct professor at Columbia University. Ryan is a seasoned economist, researcher, and thought leader who brings unparalleled expertise in analyzing market cycles, global economic trends, and real estate investment strategies. A repeat guest […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by James Kandasamy, Co-Founder and CEO of Achieve Investment Group. James is a multifamily operator, developer, and mentor with over nine years of experience in real estate and five years specializing in multifamily acquisitions and asset management. An award-winning thought leader, James has successfully led passive investors […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re honored to host Alastair J. Macdonald, a renowned advisor to entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners. Alastair is a TEDx speaker and the owner of Parallax Strategic Advisors, where he provides economic, social, market, and financial forecasts to private equity, hedge funds, and endowments globally. He’s also the editor […]

Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to have Liz Faircloth, Co-Founder of The Real Estate InvestHER® Community and podcast. With over 16 years of experience in real estate, Liz has grown her portfolio to include millions of dollars in assets, co-founded an empowering community for women in real estate, and is a sought-after […]