Real Estate Educators Podcast with Kevin Amolsch

Buying your first rental property is exciting—but building a real estate business that actually scales is a completely different challenge. In this return appearance on the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch welcomes back Jens Nielsen to discuss what happens after you've bought your first few properties. Jens explains why investors need to stop thinking like owner-operators and start thi...

What separates successful real estate investors from those who never get started? After six seasons of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch is breaking down the biggest lessons, mistakes, and trends from conversations with investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts. In this Season 6 recap episode, Kevin shares the common themes that kept coming up again and again—from why taking ac...

Most investors focus on finding the next deal—but the way you structure your financing can make or break your ability to scale. In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with Benjamin Stef to discuss creative lending strategies, DSCR loans, HELOCs, building momentum, and what separates successful investors from those who quit. Ben shares how growing up in an ent...

Can you really make six figures on a single house flip, even in a challenging market? In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with Jason Roberts to talk about wholesaling, fix-and-flipping, market risk, mentorship, and building a recession-resistant real estate business. Jason shares how watching his parents lose everything during the 2007–2008 housing crash s...

Most real estate investors think the hardest part is buying the property. According to Cameron Tope, that’s just the beginning. In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with Cameron Tope, a Houston-based investor and property manager overseeing 300+ units, to break down the biggest mistakes landlords make with rental properties. They discuss the BRRRR strategy,...

We are back with Joe Massey to chat Denver real estate. Curious what’s really happening in the Denver housing market? In this market pulse, we discuss what we are currently seeing during the second quarter of 2026. Joe Massey brings a ton of experience to the Denver real estate scene, making him someone you want to pay attention to if you care about market trends and smart investing. As part of Sy...

Here’s your 2026 Q2 Market Pulse for the Twin Cities real estate scene. We break down what we are seeing in the market and what that means for real estate investors. Host Kevin Amolsch is joined by local pros Mike Jacka (President & Founder, MNREIA) and Sean Blomquist (Pine Financial Group) to sort through national headlines and local data. Guest bios: Mike Jacka — President & Founder of M...

Land development can be one of the most profitable—and risky—strategies in real estate. So how do you actually make money while managing long timelines, rising interest rates, and unpredictable markets? In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with Brandon Cobb to break down how he structures deals to generate cash flow at every stage of development. Brandon sh...

Is the traditional “value-add” multifamily strategy dead? In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with Alec Neu to break down what’s actually working in today’s market. Alec shares how his team is building and scaling a portfolio using small multifamily (2–4 unit) properties, why “middle market housing” is an overlooked opportunity, and how they’re delivering...

AI isn’t coming—it’s already here. The question is: are you using it, or are you falling behind? In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with Laurent Cohen to break down how AI is transforming real estate, lead generation, and business operations. From voice AI that answers your calls 24/7 to smarter workflows that eliminate missed opportunities, Laurent expla...

This episode breaks down practical tax strategies for real estate and business owners, including the Augusta Rule, paying your kids, cost segregation, real estate professional status, QSBS, and solar tax credits. You’ll hear how a tax strategist thinks, why structure matters, and where the biggest savings usually hide. Our guest is Peter Culver of WealthThrive. Peter practiced tax law for 12 years...

What happens when you want to sell your investment property—but don’t want to lose 30–40% of your profits to taxes? In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin talks with Ashley Romitti about 1031 exchanges, Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs), estate planning, and how investors can turn active real estate into passive income while deferring taxes. Ashley shares how she got started in...

Can you really buy a house—or even a multifamily property—with little or no money out of pocket? In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with John Collins, who has spent nearly 40 years helping renters, first-time buyers, and investors use down payment assistance, grants, FHA loans, and creative financing to purchase real estate. John shares how investors can...

What do you do when a contractor tells you that you need a brand-new HVAC system, boiler, or water heater? How do you know if you're getting good advice—or getting taken advantage of? In this episode of the Real Estate Educators Podcast, Kevin Amolsch sits down with Justin Pogue to discuss what every real estate investor should know about managing rental properties, choosing contractors, working w...

Ever wondered why the savviest real estate investors are skipping the “rinse and repeat” of single-family homes and instead compressing years of growth into just months? Turns out, there’s a simple mindset shift that unlocks truly scalable real estate investing—and it’s not about buying bigger properties or having deeper pockets. In this episode, Dusten drops a surprisingly practical approach that...

Ever heard these real estate investing myths? 1) You need perfect credit to get started. 2) Only people with big money make it in commercial deals. 3) Real estate is too risky, especially after a setback. I’m about to spill the real story behind these myths, so stick around—you’ll want to hear how the real players turn obstacles into wealth! This episode was recorded live at the 2026 Minnesota Rea...

Lessons Learned in Mobile Home Park Investing Do you want to watch your bank account grow while your real estate investments practically manage themselves? Imagine being able to build wealth and enjoy regular cash flow, all without having to deal with late-night maintenance calls or chasing down tenants. I’m about to share how you can tap into hands-off real estate strategies that let your money w...

Do you wish you could multiply your money and set yourself up for a future where you’re not stressing about running out of cash? Imagine being able to control a bunch of valuable properties with just a fraction of the money most people think you need. I’m going to walk you through how you can use real estate leverage to fast-track your way to the kind of financial security and freedom that stock m...

What if the thing standing between you and a game-changing deal isn’t your budget, your network, or even your timing—but a single overlooked line in a 3,000-page zoning bylaw? Most developers still rely on hours of calls and guesswork to size up a lot, but there’s a way to get instant clarity with just an address. And here’s the kicker: this approach isn’t just for big-city projects—it could trans...

Okay, real talk—did you know that the amount you’re “approved” for by a lender might have nothing to do with what you can actually afford? I was floored when I found out how many people are walking around thinking their dream home is a win, only to find out later it’s a financial trap. And here’s the kicker: there’s a little-known financial tool that banks and the wealthy have been using for decad...

We are back with Joe Massey to chat Denver real estate. Curious what’s really happening in the Denver housing market? In this market pulse, we discuss how January just clocked in as the slowest month for home sales since 2008. Seriously, when was the last time you saw headlines and boots-on-the-ground investor buzz telling two completely different stories? And here's the kicker: some properties ar...

Ever wondered why some real estate investors seem to go from zero to dozens of doors almost overnight, while others get stuck on their first property for years? There’s a mindset shift in this episode that might surprise you—and it’s got nothing to do with spreadsheets, market timing, or even luck. It’s something most of us overlook, and Jens reveals how it changed everything for him (and could do...

Here’s your 2026 Q1 Market Pulse for the Twin Cities real estate scene. We break down how interest rates, inflation, and the 10-year Treasury are shaping prices, rents, and deals in 2026. You’ll hear straight talk on inventory pressure, rent control effects, and why creative financing is getting more traction right now. Host Kevin Amolsch is joined by local pros Mike Jacka (President & Founder...

Real estate due diligence and architect-led design-build can be the difference between a profit and a painful lesson. In this episode, design architect, builder, and broker Jonathan Wolk shares how pairing smart acquisition decisions with thoughtful design helps investors avoid costly surprises and sell faster—especially on high-end remodels. Guest: Jonathan Wolk is the founder of Wolk 360 , a Nor...

Mortgage rates, institutional buyers, and affordability are back in the spotlight. In this solo episode, Kevin breaks down two headline proposals from the Trump White House: stopping institutional owners from buying single-family rentals and a $200B push to buy mortgage-backed securities to ease rates. Here’s how each move could affect prices, rents, lending, and investor strategy. What you’ll lea...