Recession Resistant Real Estate Radio

"The biggest mistake is not focusing on operations; thinking they can do nothing and things will be just fine, and unfortunately that is not the case." Immigrating from India, engineering degree, MBA, great W2 job as an engineer...sounds like the perfect story right?  Well there's more...Sandhya Seshadri took her W2 and CREATED more. Investing passively to learn, then jumping in as...

In this show, I explain the concept of loan to value and leverage and why it is crucial for investors to understand how it works. I discuss the impact of leverage on investments and provide examples using apartment complexes and stocks. I highlight the importance of knowing the loaned value ratio and how it affects equity and returns. No specific action is requested from viewers, but gaining knowl...

In this episode, I share my favorite advice that I've ever received, which has had a profound impact on me. I discuss the importance of shifting perspectives and seeking content that challenges our thinking.  The key takeaway is that when things get tough, it's essential to remind ourselves that "this is what hard feels like" and persevere. Interested in learning more about how...

"If you get into business to make money, you will have problems. If you get into business to solve problems, you will make money." They were doing the "American Dream" ...work  8-5, travel, sleep, and get up to do it all again. The grind was real.  After losing their corporate jobs, Ligia and Mike Deaton decided to take a risk and haven't looked back. Starting with Flippin...

In this episode, I discuss the sections covered in our book "100 Questions Business Owners Ask Before Investing." I share the motivation behind writing this book and the importance of asking the right questions to prevent investment disasters. I highlight key sections such as the operator, loan, market analysis, property performance, and legal documents.  Gain valuable insights into vett...

In this video, I share the story of my first day on the job doing door-to-door sales. I talk about the challenges I faced, such as having my jacket stolen and dealing with rejection from potential customers. Despite the setbacks, I learned valuable lessons about sales, resilience, and overcoming objections. Listen to hear how this experience shaped my career and taught me important life skills. In...

"A tactic identified is a tactic disarmed. If you're only doing what your competition is doing, you're only going to move the needle a little bit. " Every aspect of life has some form of sales, and Paul Ross has the formula for  sales success. From dating coach to mastering the art of words, Paul's techniques work toward building confidence in great decision making. He&apo...

In this episode, I share the story of the first real estate deal where I lost money - a total of $40,000. However, instead of viewing it as a loss, I reframed it as a valuable learning experience. I discuss the importance of gaining practical experience, hiring the right people, and not spreading oneself too thin. This video provides insights into the challenges I faced and the lessons I learned,...

"Money for Tomorrow: How to Build and Protect Generational Wealth  is the book I wrote for one person...I wrote it for our daughter.  We might know about money; we might know about investing, but how do we get really good at this?" Documenting her lessons and learnings during her 22 years of investing, Whitney Elkins-Hutton had a lightbulb moment. She decided to write a book for her daug...

"Small projects, small problems. Big projects, big problems. At the end of the day, we really try to focus on the client. People do business with people, and not just a firm." Starting a company in the middle of a pandemic is not what most people would do. But Nik Bandak is not most people, and that's exactly when he started Bandak Project Management. The PM guru got into the scienc...

In this video, I discuss the follow the money investing strategy and concept. I explain how following the smart money can help create recession resistance in your portfolio. I focus on real estate as an example and highlight the four main types of financial movement: institutions, large corporations, small businesses, and consumers. I provide indicators to identify when institutional capital is mo...

In this video, I discuss the five red flags that indicate a partnership may not work out. I share personal experiences and provide valuable insights on the importance of having the same long-term vision, core values, and removing ego from the situation. I also emphasize the significance of accountability in a partnership. Watch this video to gain valuable knowledge and avoid potential pitfalls in...

" We learned by observing what the wealthy do.  They really focus on maximizing their active income. And then they roll it over into different asset classes that produce passive income." Originally from Germany, Jack Bosch shares his unique story of immigration and real estate success. Stumbling into the real estate niche of land flipping or wholesaling, one small lot has turned into 15...

In this video, I discuss the three key factors that can make an employee's job miserable and lead them to quit or mentally check out. I emphasize the importance of avoiding anonymity, irrelevance, and mismeasurement in order to retain top performers. I also highlight the significant costs associated with employee turnover and the benefits of creating a positive work environment. Watch this vi...

In this video, I share the strategies we are currently using on LinkedIn to raise money and make connections with accredited investors. I discuss the importance of quality over quantity in social media posts and how to create engaging content that adds value to your target audience. I also highlight the three main parts of a social media post: the hook, the content, and the call to action. By impl...

" It really is an invested focus in the community.             A more personalized approach." What's the difference between a CREDIT UNION and a bank?...Actually a great deal if you are a small to medium business entrepreneur! Credit Union specialist, Mark Ritter explains the advantages of credit union loans over bank loans.  Credit Unions can never charge a prepayment penalty ! In...

In this video, I discuss how investors can navigate risk in 2024, highlighting the changes in the past two years due to interest rates and the impact of a black swan event. I provide six key strategies for managing risk, including multiple exit strategies, controlled debt, the ability to hold assets, forced asset appreciation, having an exit or buyer lined up, and downside protection. I also share...

In this video, I discuss the importance of having uncomfortable conversations with non-performing employees in a business or team setting. I emphasize the need to attack the actions, not the person, and provide examples of how to approach these conversations effectively. I also outline the seven steps involved in having these conversations, including setting the tone, articulating the problem, des...

"I had no idea you could use real estate depreciation to write off W2 or business owner income if my spouse is a real estate professional." Cost segregation expert, Yonah Weiss, has always had a passion for his first career choice, teaching.  After a family crisis, the reality that teaching would not provide financially for his family allowed him to discover real estate investing. NOW, h...

In this video, I explain why our company is transitioning away from vertical integration. I discuss the concept of vertical integration and how it has been a key point in our business. I highlight the challenges we faced due to rapid growth and the need to restructure our team. I also share the benefits of de-vertical integration, such as reducing risk and partnering with experts in their respecti...

In this video, I share my personal journey and the transformative effects of cold plunging. Inspired by Tony Robbins' book, I decided to explore the world of cold plunging and its impact on mental productivity, physical well-being, and overall mood. I discuss the importance of building a foundation through sleep, diet, and exercise before diving into cold plunging. I highlight the benefits of...

" I realized the difference between focusing on your goals and dreaming about your goals."... As a BMX racer with a national ranking, Peter Eberhardt, learned that self coaching and self promoting are not enough. This mindset translated perfectly in his multi-family real estate goals.  Spending an entire year on nothing but education, masterminds, and business mastery groups after severa...

In this video, I discuss the five essential steps to take when you find yourself in a situation where you have lost someone else's money. I share valuable insights and strategies based on my own experience, emphasizing the importance of communication, meeting with stakeholders, creating a repayment plan, making sacrifices, and managing your mental health. This video provides practical advice...

Summary In this video, I discuss the importance of effective sales meetings and provide strategies to make them more impactful. I share our meeting format, which includes agenda review, action item updates, and goal tracking. I also emphasize the significance of key performance indicators (KPIs) and how they help measure sales team success. Additionally, I highlight the value of prioritizing targe...

"We are very, very bullish on what’s to come here in 2024!"... 2012 changed everything! This is the year Dan Breslin changed his life and business trajectory. After battling the market crash of 2008, drug and alcohol addiction, and finding peace by turning his life over to God; Dan has built a massive real estate flipping operation.  With over 300 TRANSACTIONS PER YEAR operating all over...