Real Estate Breakthrough

What does it look like to be a present father, husband, provider, and real estate professional all at the same time? In this episode, Christina sits down with Devon Aguirre, California Market Manager at PadSplit, to discuss balancing family, purpose, and a career in real estate.  Devon shares his experience raising four children, why he stopped drinking to improve his performance, the daily routin...

What happens when great real estate deals go bad? In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with Paul Moore of Wellings Capital to discuss why operator mistakes, poor deal structures, and capital stack positioning matter more than ever in today's market. Paul shares how Wellings Capital pivoted after the multifamily downturn, why preferred equity became a game-changer,...

How will AI change the future of real estate investing? In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with Edward Rushing of White Feather AI and Joey Romero of The Norris Group to discuss how AI is transforming investing, lead generation, market analysis, and business operations. 📈 They share real-world examples of using AI to identify opportunities, streamline workflows...

What does a failed $1.2M deal, a Y2K doomsday cult, and the concept of "receivership" all have in common? They all shaped Micah Johnson into one of the most honest voices in real estate today. In this episode, Christina sits down with Micah Johnson, gatekeeper of Investor Fuel, a heavily vetted mastermind community for single family residential investors.  They go deep on burnout, self-trust, the...

Most real estate investors chase doors. Alvin U. chases something else entirely: cash flow per unit, business models, and purpose-driven design. In this deeply insightful episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, host Christina Sudter sits down with Alvin, a 22-year investor, former product developer, and now leader of the San Fernando Valley PHOEBE chapter, to explore a radical shift in how you can th...

Most investors chase the shiny new developments with granite countertops and resort-style pools. Jim Shields does the opposite, and it's made him millions. In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, host Christina Sudter sits down with Jim, founder of Southern Impression Homes, to unpack why he deliberately avoids "emotional properties" (homes priced at double the median) and instead focuses on...

Think your data doesn't matter? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, host Christina Sudter sits down with Glenn and Eric from Privacy Academy to uncover the hidden forces shaping your digital life, and what you can do to reclaim your freedom. You'll learn why hackers, big tech, and government are all after the same thing: your data. Glenn explains how your informat...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, host Christina Sudter sits down with Sanjiv B., founder and president of LME Investments, for a raw, on-the-ground conversation about what's really happening in the LA multifamily market right now. With 40 years of experience and 35+ properties under his belt, Sanjiv shares why this moment is different from any cycle he's lived through, and why the "ext...

In this powerful episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, host Christina Suter sits down with Vina to go beyond the deals and dive into what really determines success in this business: the six inches between your ears. Vina opens up about her journey from Clubhouse stranger to acquiring the company of the very mentor who championed her, the mindset work required to face distressed assets and difficult...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, host Christina Sudter sits down with Brian to unpack his 20-year journey from over-leveraged active investor to disciplined, community-driven passive investor. Brian shares the raw, unpolished truth about losing his shirt in 2008, the painful realization that he was subsidizing underperforming rentals with his own sweat equity, and the decade of expat l...

In this episode, Steve reveals how his unique background in cryptography, data modeling, and real estate convergence has led him to design a community that starts from a completely different point of view: human connection first. Discover how Jevity is being crafted as a walkable, nature-embedded village where homes are nestled among trees, not carved through them, using revolutionary materials li...

In this powerful episode of The Real Estate Breakthrough Show, host Christina Sudter sits down with 20-year-old entrepreneur Michael Rebello. Michael shares his incredible "why", a deeply personal mission to retire his mom from her W2 job, and how it fuels his journey in multifamily real estate. Rejecting the traditional college path, he chose mentorship and immersion in real estate instead. Chris...

Ever wondered when a "joint venture" becomes a syndication? Or how to raise capital without a broker-dealer license? In this episode of the Real Estate Breakthrough Show, host Christina Suter sits down with syndication attorney Mauricio Raul, a 26-year legal expert who built and sold a multi-seven-figure law firm dedicated to real estate syndications. Mauricio opens up about his journey from big-l...

What if you could earn more consistent income with fewer vacancies and less hassle than traditional Airbnb rentals? In this episode of  Real Estate Breakthrough , host Christina Sudter breaks down exactly why midterm rentals (stays of 1-6 months) are booming and how you can leverage this trend. Christina shares her direct, real-world experience running a duplex with both a short-term and a midterm...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough,  Host Christina Suter sits down with data geek and real estate powerhouse Neal Bawa to unpack how investors can use data and AI to navigate today's complex market, and why gut instinct alone isn't enough anymore. Neal breaks down the "existential crisis" in ground-up development, why some markets are still overbuilt, and where the real opportunities lie...

What if you could combine life insurance, the tax code, and your tenants to build lasting wealth? In this episode of  Real Estate Breakthrough , host Christina Sudter digs into the "how" with Scott Saunders, a seasoned tax strategist and wealth advisor. Scott shares his proven framework for using  overfunded life insurance policies  as a cash warehouse, leveraging those funds into real estate, and...

Tired of hoping your podcast will magically attract investors? Discover the  systematic approach  that turns podcast interviews into predictable investor meetings. In this episode of  Real Estate Breakthrough , host Christina Suter sits down with capital-raising expert  Dave Dubeau to crack the code on using a podcast not just for branding, but as a direct, high-converting lead generation engine f...

Chasing deals without purpose leads to empty success, here's how to build with meaning. In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with visionary and spiritual advisor Glenn Ambrose to explore the creation of  Mountain Ridge Sanctuary, a spiritually-minded, off-grid community in the Dominican Republic. Glenn shares how listening to life's "flow" and aligning with purpos...

Chasing the biggest paycheck leads to burnout — here's a smarter path. In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with Joel Owens to reveal how Triple Net Investing can turn passion into true passive income. Triple Net Investing isn't a quick win — it's designed to be steady, low-drama, and profitable over the long run. Joel shares why credit quality and "dirt first" (l...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with LeAnn LeFortūne to uncover how she went from a remote Alaskan island to pioneering modular home development in Austin, Texas—while building a business rooted in freedom, sustainability, and purpose. She shares: -How hitting a career glass ceiling led her to real estate and true geographic freedom -Why modular homes are the...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough , Christina Suter sits down with Melissa and Jermaine to explore how their passion for helping others and their unique approach to sober living has transformed not only their lives but also the world of real estate investing. They reveal: How they turned sober living homes into a profitable and life-changing business model The powerful impact of creating...

In this insightful episode of The Real Estate Breakthrough Show, Christina Suter sits down with Russell Gray, an experienced entrepreneur and investor. They discuss the importance of purpose, both in real estate investing and life. Russell shares his journey from starting businesses to understanding the deeper meaning of financial freedom and how it ties into personal fulfillment. The conversation...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough , Christina Suter sits down with Alyssa Holbrook and Mike Brockway to explore how mindset, grit, and clarity helped them rise through the ranks of real estate—and how they're now helping others do the same. They reveal: How Alyssa started investing at just 14 and now coaches others to build custom strategies Why Michael took on a $1.5M luxury short-term...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with Mike Morawski of Resilience Equity to unpack how he lost a $100M real estate portfolio in the 2008 crash—and how he rebuilt it with grit, clarity, and purpose. They reveal: What caused the collapse of his $100M company and how he recovered The five biggest mistakes real estate investors make (and how to avoid them) Why res...

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with Mariciela Linger of Up Plex to unpack how she and her husband Christopher built a diverse real estate portfolio from the ground up—spanning multifamily, storage, mobile home parks, private lending, and more. They reveal: How they handled a devastating apartment fire and turned it into a learning opportunity Why they steppe...