Collecting Keys - Real Estate Investing Podcast

What did you think of todays show?? How to SCALE an REI Business that serves your lifestyle with Cole Ruud-Johnson Episode 249 Collecting Keys Podcast is starting the year strong by speaking to a true entrepreneur and real estate investor: Cole Ruud-Johnson. Through strategic investing, he has scaled multiple businesses and built an impressive portfolio at the age of 25. In this episode, he shares...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 248 - What were our top 5 Episodes of 2023? For the final Friday Focus episode of 2023, host Mike DeHaan is looking back at the top episodes of the year. From land contracts to multifamily properties, these episodes cover a variety of topics with guests Matt Picheny, Ryan Corcoran, Drew Wiard, and more. Each episode provides great insights on how to start and...

What did you think of todays show?? How to Hire to take your business from 6 to 7 Figures Episode 247 Whether it’s the cost of scaling your business, the fear of training someone who will become competition or simply letting go of control, there are a number of reasons so many entrepreneurs are afraid to hire employees. In this episode, Mike and Dan address the common fears entrepreneurs have when...

What did you think of todays show?? Building a "Client's First" Short Term Property Management Business with Caleb Drake Episode 246 Real estate is as much about people as it is about properties. Building relationships and establishing partnerships is key to scaling any real estate business, and this idea is no better illustrated than by real estate entrepreneur Caleb Drake. In this...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 245 - Deal Case Study - Maximizing Your Assignment Fee with Otto Kinn The best way to grow as a real estate investor is by taking action and learning from the experience of others. That’s why host Mike DeHaan has invited Instant Investor member Otto Kinn to join him on this Friday Focus episode to examine a recent deal on a highly-distressed, vacant property...

What did you think of todays show?? A Lender Called The Loan on our Subject To Deal Episode 244 Subject To transactions are all the rage right now, but their risks are often understated. In fact, hosts Mike and Dan closed on a Subject To deal and 48 hours later the lender called their loan due. In this episode, Mike and Dan dive into Subject To transactions and share how they’re handling the situa...

What did you think of todays show?? Protecting Your Wealth and Assets with Land Trusts with Joe Seagle Episode 243 “People should be sued for doing bad, not for doing well.” This motto from today's guest, land trust expert and attorney Joe Seagle, sets the tone for this episode’s deep dive into asset and wealth protection. It’s an unfortunate reality that successful individuals often become t...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 242 - Goal Setting Tactics You Can Actually Implement What did you accomplish in 2023? What did you not accomplish, and why? How can you ensure you will reach all your goals in the new year? During this week’s Friday Focus episode, host Dan Austin explores all these questions and more as he discusses goal setting tactics. He shares his process for creating a...

What did you think of todays show?? Tax Increases and Rental Cashflow, Applying vs Consuming Knowledge, Leveling Up Episode 241 Did you know that networking is what separates an average real estate investor from a highly  successful one? In this episode, hosts Mike and Dan explore how networking and sharing knowledge with a like-minded community can lead to better deals, insights, and opportunitie...

What did you think of todays show?? Driving For Dollars the Modern Way with David Lecko CEO of DealMachine Episode 240 Every good business solves a problem, and that’s exactly what David Lecko did as a young real estate investor. After losing out on a property deal, he streamlined the driving-for-dollar strategy by creating DealMachine, an app designed to track and market to properties. Initially...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 239 - How is the 2008 Real Estate Crisis like 2023? The real estate market often follows a predictable cycle of boom and bust periods. There’s a lot of talk in the real estate industry likening the 2008 crisis to what’s happening in the economy today, but there are some key differences worth exploring. Inspired by his recent viewing of the film, The Big Short...

What did you think of todays show?? Real Estate investing in Japan, Dealing with Business Disorder While Travelling, Marketing Issues Episode 238 The Mike and Dan show is back to take you on a real estate investing journey around the globe, inspired by Mike’s recent trip to Japan. They cover the latest trends in real estate marketing in the U.S. to investment opportunities in Japan, and lots more!...

What did you think of todays show?? Building a Virtual Cash Flowing Portfolio with Grace Gudenkauf Episode 237 Determined to make smart financial decisions and be her own boss, Grace Gudenkauf boldly entered the world of real estate investing in 2020. Fast forward three years and she now manages a substantial virtual portfolio, leads the Women Invest in Real Estate (WIIRE) community, and has achie...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 236 - Tips and Tricks for Lead Follow-Up During the Holidays The world naturally slows down in winter, businesses included, and real estate is no different. Leads may dry up and response rates drop, but this time is also an opportunity to position yourself for greater success in the new year. So before you shut down your marketing for the year, listen to this...

What did you think of todays show?? Pace Morby Getting Exposed, Why is Everyone Writing Books?, Keys Con Review Episode 235 Networking is key if you want to break into the real estate industry and be successful as a real estate investor. But who can you trust to help you grow? Can you trust the famous investors on social media, or the influencers that gatekeep their knowledge in their self-publish...

What did you think of todays show?? How to NOT get wrecked by Insurance Companies with David Melzer Episode 234 Have you ever felt shortchanged by an insurance claim on your property? You are not alone! Joining Mike and Dan today on Collecting Keys Podcast is David Melzer, a public insurance adjuster with expertise in advocating for property owners as they battle insurance companies for a better p...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 233 - CRAZY AIRBNB SQUATTERS & EVICTION NEED TO KNOW RULES In the game of renting, not all players follow the rules. Landlords can face a myriad of challenges, but among the worst are tenants who stop paying rent or short-term guests that overstay their welcome. Collecting Keys Podcast listeners have seen the headlines about these distressing rental scena...

What did you think of todays show?? LIVE from KEYS CON Episode 232 This episode kicks off with Mike and Dan giving us a behind-the-scenes look into the Instant Investor Program’s inaugural Keys Con event. The two-day event blends the mentoring of a mastermind with the intensity of a bootcamp, teaching skills and providing a chance to network with like-minded individuals in real estate. You’ll lear...

What did you think of todays show?? Going from Investor to Business Owner with Shelby Johnson Episode 231 Many investors are drawn to the allure of cash flow. However, as they grow and experience the challenges of property management, some realize that cash flow is not their goal but a part of a larger wealth building strategy. This was especially true for Shelby Johnson, a real estate investor, b...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 230 - Deal Case Study - Buying A Crack House From title issues to last-minute changes in seller circumstances, wholesalers are constantly confronted with obstacles that can derail a deal. In order to be successful, they must become master problem-solvers and persevere even when everything seems to be going wrong. It's this ability to adapt and find solut...

What did you think of todays show?? The Truth About Cash Flow, Buying Turnkey Properties at Discounts Episode 229 Think back to how the real estate market was ten years ago, even three years or just one year ago. Now look at today. The contrast is staggering, isn’t it? It's truly a reminder that in real estate, adaptability isn't just an asset but a necessity for successfully navigating...

What did you think of todays show?? Building ADUs for HUGE Value Add with Alvin Uy Episode 228 From Shark Tank contestant to designer and now successful real estate pro, Alvin Uy is a true entrepreneur with an unparalleled drive. His commitment to learning the ropes of the real estate game has made him a jack of all trades — he started a mortgage company, rehabbed properties, earned his real estat...

What did you think of todays show?? EP 227 - Dan's Veterans Day Special “Veteran's day is different for everybody. For some, it's a quiet day of reflection.” In a special Friday Focus episode, host Dan Austin gives an intimate look into his personal experience as a veteran, and shares what Veterans Day means to him. He covers the struggles veterans face after coming home and losing...

What did you think of todays show?? Real Estate Transactions Might Be Changing Forever, The Billion Dollar Scammer Episode 226 The economy has been getting more and more weird , and the effect is no more evident than in the real estate space: There has been an increase of scams, rising defaults in commercial loans for office buildings, and now a major lawsuit targeting realtors. In this episode, h...

What did you think of todays show?? Balancing Parenthood and Family While Building a 100-Unit Portfolio with Erin Helle Episode 225 Struggling to blend your professional aspirations with the reality of parenthood? Joining us on the show today is Erin Helle, a real estate investor and entrepreneur who’s successfully navigated through the challenges of being a working parent. In this episode, Erin s...