Path To Passive: Real Estate Investing For Technology Professionals

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the powerful concept of “unique ability,” popularized by Dan Sullivan, to help you maximize your strengths and energy in real estate investing, your tech career, and beyond. Our host explains how identifying what you’re naturally great at and what energizes you can lead to better results, increased satisfaction, and effective collaboration. Whether you’...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Steven Arita chats with Simon Thomas, founder of Coast Property Buyers based in Australia’s Sunshine Coast. Simon shares insights into this stunning coastal region's booming real estate market, renowned for its warm climate, breathtaking beaches, and laid-back lifestyle. They discuss the difference between the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, local dem...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Steven Arita sits down with Nick Prefontaine to explore his incredible journey from surviving a life-threatening snowboarding accident to becoming a successful real estate professional and motivational speaker. Nick shares how his experiences shaped the creation of the STEP system: Support, Trust, Energy, and Persistence—a framework that has guided him throug...

Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of the year, Steven reflects on the lessons, growth, and accomplishments of 2024 while looking forward to exciting opportunities in 2025. Steven emphasizes the importance of progress over perfection, leveraging the right tools and people, and celebrating your gains rather than fixating on the gaps. He shares highlights from his year, including launching his p...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, host Steven dives into goal setting for 2025 with a proven framework: OKRs (Objectives and Key Results). Used by giants like Google and Intel, OKRs provide a clear path to turn your goals into measurable actions. Steven breaks down the process into simple, actionable steps, showing how you can set inspiring objectives and track key results to make progress ever...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Sasha Tsimbler to discuss his inspiring journey from tech professional to seasoned real estate investor. Sasha shares how his wife, Sophie, introduced him to real estate, transforming his mindset from stock market-focused to exploring single-family homes, Airbnb rentals, and eventually multifamily investing. He opens up about the challenges of man...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Dave Foster, a 1031 exchange expert, to uncover practical ways to save on taxes and build long-term wealth through real estate. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Dave explains how the 1031 exchange can help you defer taxes when selling and buying investment properties so your money keeps working for you. He also shares...

Send us Fan Mail In this Thanksgiving-themed episode, Steven reflects on the power of gratitude and its role in living a meaningful life. He shares insights from Dan Sullivan and Ben Hardy’s books, "Who Not How" and "10X Is Easier Than 2X," exploring how shifting your mindset can lead to exponential growth in investing and life. Steven introduces the "Four Freedoms" f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Ginger Faith, a seasoned real estate investor with over 30 years of experience. Ginger shares her journey from flipping 52 houses (two of which appeared on HGTV) to becoming an Airbnb Superhost and managing large-scale real estate projects. She’s also the founder of the Wealth Network Meetup in the San Francisco Bay Area and has been featured on m...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Path to Passive, host Steven chats with Trevor Oldham, CEO of Podcasting You, a podcast booking agency that connects alternative investment companies with top podcasts. Trevor shares his journey from entrepreneurial experiments in high school to creating a business that has booked over 6,500 interviews for clients in real estate, private equity, and more. As an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, real estate expert Arn Cenedella shares his journey from single-family homes to multifamily investments, revealing key lessons he learned over 46 years. Arn discusses the benefits of passive investing for busy professionals, highlights the importance of diversification, fixed-rate debt, and long-term appreciation, and offers insights on building wealth through dis...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Steven Arita welcomes Brent Bowers, owner of The Land Sharks, an expert in land investing and a military veteran. Brent shares his journey, emphasizing his commitment to creating financial freedom and passive income through strategic land investments. He discusses his simple but powerful method of buying vacant land at a discount, adding value, and selling wi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss some things host Steven Arita learned from AIMNATCON, focusing on real estate market dynamics that influence successful investments. Stephen shares highlights, such as the importance of understanding the “affordability gap” — the growing cost difference between renting an apartment and owning a home. He also emphasizes the importance of keeping up with...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined by Ryan Watts from Red River Development. Ryan shares his journey, starting in real estate while still in college and transitioning from oil and gas to founding Red River Development with his brother and partner, Jay Dempsey. Ryan discusses their focus on the Build-to-Rent (BTR) market, offering a hybrid between suburban rental homes and multifamily...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Path to Passive, we sit down with Eric Burns to discuss his unexpected journey into real estate and how it shaped his approach to investing. Eric shares how a “sweat equity” project on his first rental property opened the door to a deeper understanding of real estate. He also emphasizes the importance of building passive income streams and advises young investor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Path to Passive, we sit down with Casey Stratton, a seasoned real estate professional with over a decade of experience, specializing in multifamily assets. Casey shares his journey, starting with his first property investment during the Great Recession and how that led him to financial independence. He talks about the challenges he faced, including managing his...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s explore how the five people we surround ourselves with can shape our personal and professional growth. In this episode, we talk about how it’s not just about who we spend time with, but whose opinions we value and allow to influence us. Host Steven Arita emphasizes the importance of auditing the people in our circle and ensuring they align with our values, whether in busines...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, we sit down with Mike Hubbell, a seasoned real estate investor who has transformed his journey of personal and financial challenges into a thriving business. Mike shares his story of going from losing everything to bouncing back stronger, managing distressed assets, and developing impactful real estate strategies. His focus on creating sustainable systems that...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the value of time and how to maximize it. Host Steven Arita encourages listeners to think about their finite hours in a day, focusing on becoming great at one or two things rather than spreading themselves thin. He introduces the idea of the "10,000-hour rule," popularized by Malcolm Gladwell, explaining that becoming an expert requires dedica...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Path to Passive, we chat with Merrick, a tech professional who transitioned into real estate investing. He shares his journey, starting from a curiosity about how people own large buildings, inspired by watching shows like Love It or List It, to becoming a multifamily real estate investor. Merrick highlights the importance of learning from others in the industry...

Send us Fan Mail In this milestone episode of the Path to Passive podcast, host Steven Rita reflects on his journey, sharing the ten key lessons he's learned after 50 episodes. Steven dives into the importance of consistency, the value of preparation, and the significance of building genuine connections with guests. He emphasizes the power of research to create meaningful conversations and ho...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Path to Passive podcast, we dive into the journey of scaling a real estate business with our guest, Clay Hepler. Clay shares his experiences and the harsh realities of building a successful land investing business, emphasizing the importance of focusing on markets with high sale velocities and low competition. He talks about how he transitioned from a multif...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into a conversation with Charles Covey, a seasoned developer and entrepreneur with deep roots in construction. Charles shares his journey from starting as a teenager framing houses in the Texas heat to building a successful construction company, managing projects worth billions, and eventually transitioning into real estate development. He emphasizes the i...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in today’s episode as Sharon Riddle details her journey in multifamily property investment, offering valuable insights into passive investing, the critical role of strong operations, and the significance of finding a supportive community and mentor. She clarifies the distinction between asset and property management, highlighting the importance of clear communication with...

Send us Fan Mail Are you prepared for the unexpected twists life throws your way? In this episode with Collin Taylor, we dive into crucial financial planning topics that tech professionals and investors often overlook. Our hosts discuss the importance of reviewing and updating your will during significant life events like having children, divorces, marriages, and the passing of parents. They empha...