Income Flip Podcast

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Bob Bernotas shares his journey from being a college athlete with no clear direction to stumbling into franchising in the 1980s, where he scraped together the resources to buy his first West Coast Video franchise. Bob breaks down how franchising gave him a structured roadmap compared to independent businesses, allowing him to scale with more predictabili...

In this episode of The Income Flip Podcast, Rob sits down with Jeff Shafritz, a franchise consultant with 20+ years of experience helping people find the right franchise opportunities. Jeff shares how he accidentally entered franchising after college, rose through franchise development at The Athlete’s Foot, and later transitioned into consulting after being downsized around 9/11. Rob and Jeff dis...

On this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Rob Chevez sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Charlie Einsmann to unpack the journey behind building a massive real estate business from the ground up. From engineering school and pre-foreclosures to surviving the 2008 crash and scaling through REOs, Charlie shares the scars, lessons, and strategies that shaped his success. They also di...

Stella Han shares her journey from growing up in the Bay Area with software engineer parents who flipped houses, to becoming a real estate entrepreneur and founder of Fractional. After starting with out-of-state single-family investments in Atlanta, she attempted to raise $1M at age 22 for a 22-duplex portfolio but lost $55K due to securities and fundraising challenges. That failure inspired her t...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Earl Yaokasin shares his journey from hustling as a kid in the Philippines to becoming a high-performing investor who eventually outperformed institutional portfolio managers and launched his own firm. He breaks down how disciplined saving, long-term thinking, and calculated risk-taking allowed him to build a strong financial foundation before betting on...

Grant Wise shares his entrepreneurial journey starting from a young age, driven by a desire to avoid the traditional 9–5 lifestyle. After early success in home services like gutters and roofing, he made poor financial decisions that led to bankruptcy at 23. From there, he rebuilt by leveraging social media marketing, selling courses, and scaling a consulting business into millions in revenue. He l...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Laura Rehbein shares her 30-year journey in finance and breaks down why having a clear financial plan is critical for real estate investors and entrepreneurs. She explains how many people accumulate wealth through deals, businesses, and investments but lack a structured strategy to tie it all together. Laura emphasizes the difference between the accumula...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Will Harvey shares his 10-year journey through real estate, starting with house hacking and small rental properties before realizing he didn’t enjoy being a landlord. After experimenting with multiple strategies—including flipping houses, multifamily syndications, and passive investing—he discovered his strengths on the finance side of the business. Will...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Eddie Speed shares his 40-year journey from a young cowboy with no real estate background to becoming one of the leading experts in note investing. He explains how he stumbled into the business by learning from a mentor who transitioned from owning rental properties to buying notes due to inflation eroding cash flow. Eddie breaks down the fundamental dif...

Maria DiPoce is a proven leader in real estate with nearly 9 years of experience as a Keller Williams Team Leader. In that role, she recruited, trained, and coached hundreds of agents while guiding an office that closed more than 1,400 transactions a year. Her background sharpened her skills in talent attraction, business development, and accountability, giving her a unique perspective on what dri...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Rob Chevez sits down with Sharad Mehta, a real estate investor and founder of REsimpli, to discuss how he transformed his business from hands-on operations to a highly efficient, virtual model. After completing hundreds of deals and stepping away from being physically present in his market, Sharad identified major inefficiencies and shifted his focus to...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Rob Chevez sits down with Neal Bawa, known as the “Mad Scientist of Real Estate,” to unpack how data—not opinions—drives smarter investing. A former Silicon Valley executive, Neal shares how discovering the power of depreciation and tax strategy led him into real estate, and how he slowly transitioned from tech to building a multifamily portfolio. The co...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Rob Chevez talks with Lindsay Davis, CEO of Spartan Invest and Atlas Rental Property, about leaving corporate America during the 2008 housing crash and building a scalable turnkey rental business. Lindsay shares how flipping homes led to financial instability, why rental cash flow became the turning point, and how focusing on strong secondary markets hel...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Rob Chevez sits down with Lance Hood, a franchise strategist and business matchmaker who helps entrepreneurs avoid one of the most expensive mistakes in investing: buying the wrong business for who they are. Lance shares his unconventional journey—from growing up inside a multi-million-dollar family manufacturing business, to leaving after its sale, to e...

In this episode of the Income Flip Podcast, Julia Lashay, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur shares her journey from starting in real estate at a young age to becoming a leader in the industry. She discusses her early career challenges, including losing properties during the market crash and her resilience in overcoming setbacks. Julia emphasizes the importance of mindset, audacity, and surroundi...

In this episode, Angela Healy shares her journey and expertise in the corporate rental market. Starting from her early exposure to real estate through her parents, Angela discusses how she transitioned from a career in commercial banking to establishing a successful real estate brokerage focused on corporate rentals. She explains the unique business model of partnering with property owners to prov...

In this episode Alan Franks, a financial planner and author of "Empowered Money" discusses the challenges entrepreneurs face, particularly the misconception of viewing businesses solely as income streams rather than valuable assets. Alan emphasizes the importance of business valuation, strategic planning, and the benefits of treating a business as an asset that can grow and provide financial secur...

In this episode of the "Income Flip" podcast, Rob Chevez interviews Luis Belmonte, a seasoned real estate developer from San Francisco. Luis shares his extensive journey in the real estate industry, starting from his early days as a property manager and handyman to becoming a successful developer. He discusses his experiences with various real estate deals, the lessons learned from both successes...

In this engaging conversation, Rob Chevez and Jason Stubblefield discuss Jason's journey into real estate investing, focusing on multifamily properties and affordable housing. They explore the lessons learned from early investments, the importance of marketing and sales, and the current trends in the multifamily market. Jason shares his vision for helping others through real estate and the strateg...

In this episode Benjamin Carmona, a seasoned expert in real estate finance and 1031 exchanges shares his journey from growing up in the LA area to becoming a financial advisor specializing in real estate. He discusses the importance of 1031 exchanges for baby boomers and seniors looking to transition from active property management to passive income streams. Ben emphasizes the value of working wit...

In this episode, Beau Turner shares insights into his decision to divest from traditional real estate and fully embrace the digital currency world, highlighting the parallels between real estate investment and Bitcoin mining. The conversation delves into the technical and financial aspects of Bitcoin, the potential for sustainable energy solutions, and the future of wealth storage.

In this episode Chris Prefontaine, a seasoned real estate expert shares his journey from being a builder in the early '90s to selling a realty franchise and navigating the 2008 financial crash, which left him with significant personal debt. This experience led him to develop a unique real estate model focused on creative financing methods like owner financing, subject-to deals, and lease purchases...

In this episode, Lane Kawaoka, a real estate investor from Honolulu, Hawaii shares his journey from being an engineer to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur. He discusses how he transitioned from owning single-family homes to investing in larger multifamily properties and syndications. Lane emphasizes the importance of financial discipline, learning from experienced investors, and the c...

In this episode, Anmol Singh shares his journey from a college dorm room to becoming a successful trader and investor. He discusses his unique three-bucket strategy for building wealth, emphasizing the importance of psychological resilience in trading. Anmol also delves into his passion for coaching and the lessons learned from his mentors, offering insights into the art of trading and the signifi...

In this episode of the Income Flip podcast, Brittany Racine shares her inspiring journey from a marketing background to becoming a successful real estate agent. Brittany opens up about the challenges she faced, including managing a franchise restaurant during a tumultuous divorce and the lessons she learned along the way. She discusses the importance of mindset shifts, embracing chaos, and buildin...