Brick by Brick - Wealth Building Conversations

Dave Seymour—once a broke firefighter—rebuilt his life through real estate, becoming the star of A&E’s Flipping Boston and the founder of Freedom Venture Investments . In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations , Dave shares how he went from struggling to make ends meet to managing multimillion-dollar commercial and development deals. His mantra, “Educate, don’t speculate—...

In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations , Loren sits down with Caleb Christopher , founder of Creative TC , a firm that specializes in managing nontraditional real estate transactions — from creative finance structures and seller-financing to title and escrow services. Caleb opens up about the moment in 2024 when his business nearly collapsed , and the mindset shifts, leade...

Episode: Building Wealth Without Borders: Global Investing & Tax Freedom Podcast: Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations Host: Loren Wernette Guest: Mikkel Thorup, Founder & CEO of Expat Money® Summary: If you could design a life without borders—where would you live, and how would you invest? This week, Loren sits down with Mikkel Thorup , Founder & CEO of Expat Money® , to discu...

Are you struggling to find consistent real estate deals? Wondering how to scale your investing business without spending a fortune on direct-to-seller marketing? In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations , I talk with Matthew Carrigan, founder of REI Cornerstone , about one of the most effective strategies in today’s market: agent outreach . Matthew shares his “earned and lea...

In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations , I sit down with Sam Primm , co-founder of FasterFreedom and one of the most recognized educators in real estate today. Sam has built a multi-million-dollar portfolio without relying on his own capital, using creative financing strategies like the BRRRR method and other leverage-based approaches. We cover how Sam: Turned debt into a...

In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations , Loren sits down with Neil Twa , CEO & Co-Founder of Voltage Holdings and host of the High Voltage Business Builders Podcast . Neil walked away from a successful career at IBM in 2007 to pursue e-commerce full-time. Over the past 17 years, he has helped build brands that have generated $100M+ in collective Amazon FBA and omni-cha...

In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations , I sit down with KC Chohan , Founder of Together CFO, to uncover how elite wealth strategies—like private foundations, complex trusts, and donor-advised funds—aren’t just for billionaires. KC shares his journey from traditional CFO roles into creating a Beverly Hills–based firm that helps 7-figure entrepreneurs and family offices leg...

In this episode of Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations , Loren Wernette sits down with Kelli Garrett , a powerhouse entrepreneur and founding partner of Rehab Wallet , Consistent Capital , and Aspire Finance . Kelli’s story begins on a farm, where she learned grit and work ethic early. She went on to become a four-time All-American basketball player at the College of Charleston, with her...

Guest: Mike Otranto – Author, Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur, Founder of Wake County Home Buyers Episode: Brick by Brick Wealth Building Conversations Host: Loren Wernette In this episode, Mike Otranto reveals how he’s blended the precision of digital marketing with the profitability of real estate investing. From his book Houseflow Formula: A High-Tech Path to Financial Freedom Through Real E...

Episode: Brick by Brick Wealth-Building Conversations Guest: Steve Csobaji, CISP – Senior Sales Executive / Business Development Manager, Inspira Financial Host: Loren Wernette Why self-directed IRAs (SDIRAs) matter now — and how they differ from traditional retirement accounts Real-world assets in tax-advantaged accounts: real estate, oil & gas, venture capital, and more The Quest Trust → Ins...

In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations , we dig deep into the world of land development with builder, developer, and systems expert Blake Anderson , founder of Envision Investor Solutions. With over 20 years in construction and 17 as a licensed general contractor, Blake shares the real side of land development—from rookie mistakes and costly missteps to the proven process...

In this powerful episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations , host Loren Wernette sits down with Michael "Mike" Russell —a real estate broker turned nonprofit founder—to explore how one man's financial collapse sparked a mission to rescue others from foreclosure. Mike shares his journey from the top of the real estate game to losing it all—bankruptcy, divorce, foreclosure—and how he...

In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations , we sit down with entrepreneur, content creator, and private lender Bryce Matheson . Bryce takes us behind the scenes of his journey from software exits to building two powerful fintech and lending businesses— Holbrook Capital and Lendr . We explore how he leveraged YouTube and Instagram to drive investor leads, what it really took...

Failure isn’t the end—it’s the raw material of success. In this solo episode, Loren breaks down the 5 biggest myths people believe about failure, and how these beliefs are quietly sabotaging your ability to grow, pivot, and ultimately win. From stories of baseball legends and business experiments to real estate deals gone sideways, Loren shares personal insights and hard-won lessons to reshape how...

In this high-energy episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations , we sit down with Jennifer "Jen" Josey — the powerhouse behind Jolific Homes and the Real Estate Investor Growth Network (REIGN). From rapid "5 Day Flips" to growing a rental empire, Jen brings her signature blend of humor, hustle, and heart to the mic. Jen shares how she transitioned from a career in teaching and health...

In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations , we sit down with Alexander J. Brown , Managing Partner at Beacon Venture Partners, to pull back the curtain on what really drives smart venture capital investing. With over a decade of experience in startups, strategy, and venture, Alex breaks down the mythologies that dominate the VC world — from celebrity founders to billion-doll...

In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations , host Loren Wernette welcomes Adam Williams , Founder and CEO of Elevest Capital , for an eye-opening conversation on strategic real estate investing in the multifamily sector. Adam brings over 20 years of experience , having weathered market downturns and emerging stronger with a focus on value-driven leadership and crisis-era adap...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Brick by Brick , Loren sits down with Pam Fisher — a powerhouse in the world of manufactured homes and creative real estate deals. With a background as an ER nurse turned full-time investor and founder of both FPR-Fisher Properties & Rentals and VH-Vision Homes, Pam shares how she found her niche in “wobbly boxes” and why now is always the best time to start...

📄 Show Notes: In this powerhouse episode of Brick by Brick Wealth-Building Conversations , we sit down with John Hetherington—AI strategist, automation expert, and founder of We Deliver Your Vision —to unpack the exact systems business owners need to stay ahead and stay sane in the AI era. We dive into: The AI Implementation Ladder —and where most businesses are getting stuck Why the risk of not...

What happens when you walk away from a 17-year, six-figure corporate career with no safety net—and no plan B? In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations , I sit down with Jason Seward, host of Burning The Ships and co-founder of 608B Capital Funding, to talk about what it really takes to go all in . Jason shares how he went from playing it safe in insurance sales to building...

🎧 Episode Description (SEO-Optimized): If you're a real estate business owner looking to scale smarter, boost wholesale profits , and buy back your time , this episode is a must-listen. We sit down with Theresa Sage , founder of Get Sarah , a cutting-edge AI agent system built for real estate professionals , to talk about how AI-powered lead generation is transforming the game. In this episode of...

In this episode of Brick by Brick , Loren sits down with Anton Zherelyev , the CEO of REI Lead Pros and a master of direct-to-owner lead generation. Based in Medellín, Colombia, Anton shares how he scaled his business to 7 figures by helping real estate investors crack the cold-calling code and build predictable lead pipelines. Anton opens up about the $100K deal that changed everything—thanks to...

This week, we’re joined by Dan Rivers , founder of Rivers Capital Group (RCG) and partner at SynergyStays , to talk about what it really takes to build wealth through real estate — and why your mindset is your most powerful asset. Dan opens up about his incredible journey, including surviving two heart surgeries and now living with a mechanical heart valve (yes, you can actually hear him tick). Th...

🚀 Thinking about hiring your first employee? Not sure when the right time is or how to manage company culture as you grow? In this episode, I sit down with Scott Hanis , Founder of Fortitude HR Solutions , to break down the biggest HR challenges business owners face and the mindset shifts every entrepreneur must make to scale successfully. ✅ Topics We Cover: 📌 When is the right time to hire you...

Welcome to The 4 C’s of Lending , the podcast that breaks down the four fundamental pillars of lending— Credit, Collateral, Capacity, and Character —and how they shape real estate financing and private lending decisions. Whether you’re a borrower looking to secure funding, an investor evaluating deals, or a lender refining your underwriting criteria, this show gives you the insider perspective on...