Live Life by Design Podcast

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts kick things off with a powerful quote from Sugar Ray Leonard about the relationship between failure and success, setting the tone for a discussion on resilience in entrepreneurship. Emphasizing setbacks are inevitable, but what matters most is how quickly one bounces back and learns from these experiences. The conversati...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts dive into a wide array of creative real estate investing strategies and explore various real estate investing techniques that go beyond traditional methods. Our hosts break down over 20 different strategies, including seller financing, lease options, subject-to deals, and wraparound mortgages. They work to explain each c...

In this week's episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts dive deep into the world of real estate investing, offering valuable insights on how to structure your business for success. Our hosts, Dani and Sara, kick off the discussion with a thought-provoking quote from Stephen Covey: "I'm not a product of circumstances. I am a product of my decisions." This sets...

In this week's episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts dive into the crucial topic of due diligence in real estate investing. They emphasize that success in this field isn't about luck, but rather thorough research and hard work. Our hosts discuss various aspects of due diligence, from verifying property ownership to assessing property values and obtaining reliable...

In this week's episode of the "Live Life by Design" features new community member and student, Ramon, a 28-year-old roofing sales rep with aspirations of becoming a real estate investor. Ramon reveals to our hosts a pivotal moment in his past when he hit rock bottom but found the courage to turn his life around for his family and how that fuels his burning desire for the freedom that e...

In this week's episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, hosts Dani and Steve dive into the exciting world of wholesale real estate deals. They emphasize the importance of finding a mentor who can guide you through the process and share insights from their own experiences. As the episode develops, they highlight the crucial steps involved, from putting a property under contract to...

In this week's episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast our hosts talk cash flow versus appreciation - two crucial real estate investment strategies. The discussion dives into creative ways to force equity and turbocharge both cash flow and appreciation on a single property. One insider example analyzes a deal plagued with mold that turned into a cash cow! But it's not just abo...

This week's episode of the "Live Life by Design" is a masterclass on mindset, planning, and leveraging your skillset as an entrepreneur. Whether you're just starting out or well into your journey, our guest Ricardo's refusal to compromise on his passions while maximizing every opportunity will have you reflecting on your own dreams and capabilities. Ricardo shares his drive to...

On this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast our guest Anaid Ramirez tells her fascinating story that despite being undocumented when she arrived in the U.S. at age 12, she put herself through college at Cal Poly Pomona by working multiple jobs - from knocking on doors to waitressing to cold calling. Her powerful mindset of embracing challenges and never giving up enabled her...

In this week's episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast our hosts dive into the juicy topic of identifying motivated sellers and distressed properties. From overgrown yards and piled-up trash to unpaid utility liens and irate homeowner encounters, leads are everywhere, if you know where to look. Our hosts emphasize the importance of empathy while maintaining professional boundaries...

The latest episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast is a high-energy conversation packed with insights from our conversation with real estate investor Jeremy Gambino. Jeremy shares his inspiring journey from being a truck driver to becoming a passionate lender empowering other investors. His story underscores the power of taking that first step, even when everything seems like an obsta...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts welcome a special guest, Fausto Miranda, an investor, entrepreneur, and general contractor. With an intriguing quote that sets the tone, "It's better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war," Fausto shares his fascinating journey from his humble beginnings in Guerrero, Mexico, to becoming a succe...

This weeks "Live Life by Design" podcast features a conversation with community member Austin Alvarez. His story begins with openly sharing how he once dreamed of playing professional baseball, only to have that goal slip away when he couldn't keep up with his more talented teammates. The discussion then turns to Austin discussing how he's now applying the lessons he learned with h...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design," podcast our hosts dive deep into the essence of networking, not just as a tool for professional growth but as a transformative journey for personal development. The conversation opens with a powerful quote from Bill Nye: "Everyone you ever meet knows something you don't." Our hosts explore the transformative power of networkin...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts interview Loweta Gonzalez and delve into an inspiring exploration of entrepreneurship, real estate investment, and the profound impact of faith and personal empowerment in achieving professional success. Loweta acquired her first property at 22 with no prior experience and since has become a savvy investor. She credits h...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design," podcast our hosts delve into the pervasive challenge of analysis paralysis in real estate investing. After sharing some personal stories of overthinking at times, our hosts get into some examples of how analysis paralysis can manifest in various forms, from fear of making mistakes to the pursuit of perfection. The key to overcoming these...

In our 40th episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts dive deep into the essential topic of marketing and lead generation, as it is the lifeline of any business. This episode revolves around the intricacies of lead generation, described as the process of attracting potential customers to learn more about a company's products or services and converting them into leads. Our...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our team delves into the nuanced world of real estate investing terminology and strategies. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide for both seasoned investors and newcomers to the field. The conversation kicks off with a detailed exploration of "flipping" properties, where our hosts emphasize the need for meticulous...

This weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, delves into themes of taking action over perfection, the importance of learning from others' experiences, and the profound impact of decisions on one’s future. The episode showcases a compelling narrative of personal growth, highlighting the journey of the guest, Leon Whitlow, from being influenced by his mother's interest in...

In this weeks episode of the *Live Life By Design* podcast, our hosts immediately delve into a discussion on authenticity and the importance of shedding perceived expectations and embracing one's true self, which serves as the episode's central theme. Throughout the episode, the conversation revolves around the challenges and importance of being authentic, especially in professional contex...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts delve into the intriguing world of creative acquisitions in the real estate investing. Our hosts explore the importance and the benefits of creatively acquiring properties, emphasizing the value of thinking outside the box and leveraging creativity to overcome industry paradigms and challenges. Emphasizing the critical r...

Today's episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast focuses on the importance of planning in achieving personal and business goals. Our hosts share valuable insights on how a well-thought-out plan acts as a roadmap to success, emphasizing the significance of setting big goals and creating a detailed strategy to reach them. Topics also discussed are various aspects of planning, includi...

In this weeks episode of the "Live Life by Design" podcast, our hosts delve into the critical importance of follow-up in both personal and professional contexts. The episode kicks off with an engaging quote by Brian Tracy on persistence, setting the tone for a conversation centered around the consequences of neglecting follow-up and the power of perseverance.  Key themes discussed include...

This weeks "Live Life by Design" featured special guest Chevyn McClintock, an interior designer and real estate investor with an impressive resume that includes being named top realtor in America at age 30 and having her interior design work featured in major media outlets like HGTV and the New York Times.  Our hosts and Chevyn have an incredibly wide ranging conversation, touching on McCl...

This weeks "Live Life by Design," podcast is hosted by our two mothers, Sara Medina and Daniela Magnani, focuses on the challenging yet rewarding journey of balancing professional ambitions with motherhood. Our hosts share their personal experiences as mothers and businesswomen, revealing the daily struggles and triumphs of juggling family responsibilities with professional goals. Througho...