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"Don’t overcomplicate protecting assets you don’t have yet. Focus on building, and let your strategies evolve as your portfolio grows." Navigating real estate taxes can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Natalie Kolodij, an IRS-enrolled agent and seasoned real estate investor, shares a decade’s worth of expertise on smart tax strategies, avoiding common mistakes, and bu...

"Real estate deals aren’t found; they’re created." Starting the new year off with a bang, join me for a great conversation with Courtney Fricke about the art of creative financing in real estate. We dive into navigating the risks of unconventional deals, how to turn any opportunity into a winning one, and building a portfolio that stands the test of time. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just...

"The life you want is on the other side of fear." From overcoming a 7-month drought between deals to building a thriving rent-to-own portfolio and wholesaling business, Kareem Robinson’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and focus. Listen in as Kareem shares the hard-won lessons and strategies that transformed his life—and could transform yours too. If you liked this episode, please subscribe...

"When you grip what you've got so tightly, you can't receive more. Yet when you give freely, your hands are always open to receive." What does it mean to build a legacy that lasts beyond financial freedom? In this episode, Augie Byllott shares how generosity and giving back—like through his life-changing work with Chair the Love—can transform lives. Tune in for powerful insights on creating impact...

"Peace is priceless." Curious about how to invest in real estate while working for yourself? In this episode, I chat with Jazmyne Butler Boothe, a realtor and investor from Atlanta who built a successful real estate business on 1099 income. We dig into house hacking, how to qualify for a mortgage without a traditional job, and why peace is more important than the number of properties you own. If y...

"Growth requires you letting go of something you have now to move towards something bigger. And sometimes that feels like failure, but truly, it's not." ​ Join me for an inspiring conversation with Alexia Hoffman, a real estate broker, investor, and founder of the Mom Boss Central podcast. Alexia opens up about her journey from earning her real estate license at 19 to managing a portfolio of over...

"You wander around in the desert for forty years, and then you figure it out." International DJ, Master Yogi, Hapkido Black Belt, and all around multi-faceted genius (and my yoga instructor) Lola Rephann joins me in a conversation about building an unconventional life you love. We also talk about Lola's inspiration to build a retreat center in Costa Rica and the lessons she's learned from investin...

"It's not a failure if you take the lessons that you should learn from the situation." Join me for a profound conversation with Dee Hammond about her real estate journey —from buying her first house at 23 to selling her parents their first house. We dive into her mission to bring real estate investing to the inner cities, and why, for Dee, failure has always been a stepping stone rather than a set...

"Sometimes the right thing is not the easy thing." Social media and "gurus" might make real estate investing look like a quick way to get rich. But the truth is, everyone faces tough days on their real estate journey. The amazing Kassy and Matt Slaughter join me to talk about getting through those hard days, share some laughs about our struggles, and discuss their passion for improving housing in...

"Buying 10 properties can take about the same time as buying one." Imagine doubling your real estate holdings in a single deal. Lori Eubanks joins me in this fun, inspiring chat about how she went from a struggling single mom with 4 kids to building a real estate empire by buying entire property portfolios. If you've been stuck on a slow path, this episode is the push you need to grow your real es...

Have you ever felt like you're constantly chasing the next big thing, only to find yourself stuck and unproductive? Tired of chasing every new trend in real estate? Been wanting to get into real estate investing for years, yet all you have to show for your efforts are a couple of receipts from courses by "gurus" but no concrete progress? This episode is for you! Learn how to avoid shiny object syn...

"If all you do is read and like the content without taking action, it's all for nothing." Ready to elevate your real estate investing? In this special summer episode, we cover essential books every investor HAS to read. Discover key insights and strategies from the best in the business. Don't miss out – these reads could be the breakthrough you've been waiting for! Tune in now! Please subscribe an...

In this special summer episode, we're diving into the power of networking in real estate investing. Discover how building the right connections can supercharge your investment strategy. I'll break down essential tips to maximize your networking potential and introduce you to must-attend conferences where you can meet industry leaders and interesting real estate investors, from newbies to seasoned...

"Trading time for money is not the answer." Christina Stevens went from an executive corporate role to working full-time in real estate. In our conversation we talk about the importance of mindset, one-legged tables, why women don't always ask for more, and Christina's dreams of showing queer women how to build generational wealth. Please subscribe and share this episode if you liked or learned so...

"At the end of the day, I can be proud of what I do and what my team does." Meet Adam Johnson, one of my favorite people in real estate. In this transformational episode, we explore Adam's journey from losing everything in one year, to building a thriving real estate business. Adam is a master storyteller, and we go through multiple interesting deals, exploring the lessons Adam learned from each d...

“ It usually starts with a glass of wine .” From never having used a screwdriver to owning four tile saws, my friends Greg and Sabrina have transformed themselves into DIY home renovation experts. In this hilarious episode, they chat about tackling big home projects head-on, buying houses with VA loans, bidets, budgets, and building massive equity by renovating their homes themselves. Plus, they s...

"I was tuned in to the most popular radio station on earth, WIIFM." Chuck Glover started investing in real estate at age 70, after going from being an educator to stacking shelves at a big box store. In less than 5 years, his mindset, generosity, and hard work helped him turn his situation around. In this conversation, Chuck and I talk about the insidiousness of excuses, his formula for massive ac...

" I've never seen a return on my investment from being submissive ." Join me for a genuinely EPIC episode with Jennifer Steward, a real estate powerhouse who owns multiple businesses and has logged over 14,000 hours cold-calling.   Our hilarious and inspiring conversation dives deep into the secrets of her success--including what high achieving women should look for in a partner!&nb...

"Fear and imposter syndrome are just part of the process." I'm really excited to share my incredible conversation with Michelle Miralles, a wholesaler who is accomplishing awesome things in VA. We talked about how Michelle is able to ace her responsibilities as a mom, a business owner and a wholesaler by valuing her time and managing it intentionally. We also talked about the way she built her cou...

Autumn, Danae and their husbands started AV Rental Company by buying and renovating a 15-plex while both women were pregnant, and two of them lived 6 hours away. Today they own more than 230 units and do over 30 flips each year. Join us for an amazing conversation about what it looks like to do real estate on a large scale, build systems that scale, uplift the landscape of affordable housing in th...

New York's singing agent and I sit down for a wide-ranging conversation about building a portfolio in New York, the tradeoffs of working with tenants in government assistance programs, and how to buy a house in New York if you're not a bajillionaire. We also discuss the mindset of saving, and how Monica travels around the world as a professional singer while also working in real estate. Sponsors F...

Join Loi Walsh and me for a hilarious conversation about lessons learned in buying our first rental properties, finding our voices in real estate (#FindAWayToWin), and cultivating an owner's mindset. Loi is an awesome investor who used downpayment assistance to buy her first property, and through determination and creativity, has found a way to get the most out of her rentals, while managing acros...

Tony Moreno read Rich Dad Poor Dad in 2020 and bought his first investment property six months after that. Today he's building a 180-lot mobile home community. From his parents' immigrant dreams to building his own real estate empire, Tony shares insights on seizing opportunities, family legacy, and the power of thinking big. Sponsors Fireplace - Access private calls with Etinosa, exclusive c...

Dr Candice Duncan has built a portfolio of more than ten units, and mastered the art of control without traditional ownership. In this thrilling conversation, we dive deep into the secrets of breaking into real estate without breaking the bank, Candice's fearless approach to handling rejection, and side-splitting stories from her rollercoaster ride in building a successful rental arbitrage and cor...

I consider Leon Johnson to be a Charlie Munger or Warren Buffett of real estate. In this insight-packed conversation, you'll learn some of the lessons Leon has amassed in almost 50 years investing in real estate--and see why some of the best real estate investors around the nation look up to Leon as a mentor. Follow Etinosa: Real Estate Investor (@realestatewitheti) Resources Leon mentioned: ...