Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast

How do you come back after losing $50 million — and build it all back stronger? In this episode, Rod Khleif , multifamily investor, mentor to thousands, and host of one of the world's top real estate podcasts, joins Brian Hamrick to share the mindset, systems, and focus that made his comeback possible. Rod opens up about: His journey from immigrant beginnings to owning thousands of units The $50 m...

Most real estate investors have never heard of surety bonds , yet these little-known financial tools can determine whether a project finishes on time—or falls apart. In this episode, Brian Hamrick talks with Gary Eastman , attorney turned entrepreneur and founder of Axcess Surety and Swiftbonds , two of the nation's leading surety bond brokerages. After 17 years as General Counsel for Fortune 500...

Billions of dollars in office and retail buildings are trading at deep discounts right now. While most investors see risk, Scott Sherman , Founder and Principal of Torose Equities , sees opportunity. Scott has built a $700M+ portfolio by buying, repositioning, and re-tenanting distressed commercial assets — from South Beach retail to Florida office towers. In this episode, he joins Brian Hamrick t...

It's tax season — and the rules have changed again. With new updates to the 1031 exchange and bonus depreciation , real-estate investors have more ways than ever to defer taxes and build wealth in 2025. In this episode, Brian Hamrick welcomes Dave Foster , one of the nation's top Qualified Intermediaries and founder of The 1031 Investor . Dave breaks down what the new "Big Beautiful Bill" means fo...

Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, co-founder of HUI Mastermind , joins Brian Hamrick to share how he overcame adversity and built a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio across Hawaii—developing over 100 affordable homes for local families. From growing up in a multi-generational household on leased agricultural land and serving time in federal prison to becoming a real estate developer and mentor, Fuz...

The Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference (MREIC) is back  April 27–28, 2026 at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan , and this year's theme is Thrive . This quick special announcement features  Erika Farley , Executive Director of the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan (RPOAM) , breaking down what's new, who it's for, and why you should lock in your ticket now. ( Midwest Real Estat...

Creative financing opens amazing doors for real estate investors—but it can also destroy deals when done wrong. In this episode,  Caleb Christopher , founder of Creative TC , breaks down how to use Subject-To and Seller-Financing strategies safely, legally, and ethically . Caleb shares real-world stories from the trenches—like taking over a mortgage where the sellers actually paid him —and explain...

Artificial intelligence is transforming every corner of real estate—from how we analyze deals to how we manage tenants, leads, and operations. But most investors still don't know where to start. In this episode, Brian Hamrick talks with Clay Lehman , a longtime investor, property-management expert, and AI educator who helps entrepreneurs and agents use today's tools to save time, make better decis...

Every successful real estate development starts long before the first shovel hits the ground. From concept and capital stack to design, construction, and operations—understanding the process is key to building with purpose. In this episode, Steve Achram and Peter Skornia of Cella Building Company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, share a step-by-step guide to sustainable development and walk us through t...

Underperforming properties are where the biggest money is made—if you know how to fix them. That's where expert property management comes in. In this episode, Brian speaks with Craig Marquardo , VP of Multifamily at VCS Property Management , who has over 20 years of experience cleaning up operations, boosting tenant retention, and maximizing NOI. Craig pulls back the curtain on how property manage...

Negotiation, deal structure, and legal traps—these can make or break a real estate investor. Few people understand this better than Bob Diamond , a seasoned real estate attorney, investor, and developer featured on Fox, NBC, NPR, and TLC's Flip That House. With 30 years of legal and investing experience, Bob has personally negotiated more than $100 million in real estate transactions and authored...

One of the biggest challenges for rental property owners is ensuring residents pay on time—and keeping them motivated to stay. What if you could turn rent into a win-win, boosting your cash flow while helping tenants improve their credit and earn rewards? In this episode, Brian talks with Lily Liu, founder and CEO of Pinata , a fast-growing platform that transforms rent payments into financial pro...

For investors, developers, and property owners, the future of real estate isn't just about location—it's about building smarter, cheaper, and more sustainably. In this episode, Brian Hamrick sits down with Josh Dorfman , climate entrepreneur, media personality, and co-founder of Plantd , a carbon-negative building materials company recognized by Fast Company as one of the most innovative in the wo...

Most real estate investors love hunting for great deals—but few think about the unglamorous step that can make or break a transaction: title insurance . In this episode, Brian Hamrick sits down with Dru Wischhover , Founder and CEO of Inspired Title Group , who brings over 20 years of experience in navigating the hidden risks of property ownership. Dru has seen everything from divorce decrees gone...

What does it take to grow from a single duplex to managing 85 units worth nearly $10 million—and then set your sights on 500 doors? In this episode, Brian Hamrick talks with Bob Biggins , a Michigan-based investor, licensed realtor, and YouTube creator who has been in real estate for nearly 30 years. Starting with a house-hack duplex in the 1990s, Bob slowly built his portfolio while working a cor...

How do you scale short-term rentals into a hospitality brand for large groups —and use bourbon tourism to keep your calendar full? In this episode, Brian Hamrick talks with Andrew Llewellyn, founder of Super Stays , about how he's turning old office buildings into boutique-style short-term rentals that host bachelor parties, weddings, and corporate retreats of 8 to 42 people along the Kentucky Bou...

What if your rental properties could deliver strong cash flow and transform lives? In this episode, Brian Hamrick talks with Jim Boad, founder of Shelton Housing and author of Group Home Accelerator , about how investors can build profitable, non-licensed group homes—specifically sober living homes—that provide safe, structured housing for people in recovery. Jim has launched more than 14 recovery...

What if the answer to West Michigan's—and America's—housing shortage isn't massive new developments, but small homes tucked into the neighborhoods we already live in? In this episode of the Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor Podcast , Brian Hamrick talks with Nathan Biller , accredited ADU specialist and co-founder of My Backyard Build . Nathan has built his own ADU, permitted several mo...

What does it really take to bring a crumbling historic building back to life—and turn it into a thriving, income-producing community space? In this episode, Brian Hamrick sits down with Brad Andrus , commercial real estate investor, broker, and developer behind the ambitious restoration of the Fine Arts Theater in Denton, Texas . Brad shares the full story: from its beginnings as an undertaker's s...

Episode 511 – Meg Epstein | CA South Development What happens when a UCLA finance grad skips Wall Street during the 2008 crash and instead dives into $60 million Bel Air construction projects? For Meg Epstein , that pivot led to a thriving development career and the founding of CA South , a Nashville-based real estate firm with over $380 million in projects across industrial, multifamily, and mixe...

Modern energy regulations and rising utility costs are reshaping commercial real estate. In this episode, veteran green-building contractor Robert Pulitzer of Green Street Global explains how owners can tap hidden operational savings, fund deep retrofits with zero out-of-pocket capital, and future-proof assets against tightening decarbonization rules. In This Episode You'll Learn: Where the Money...

Most investors stop at buying and renting—but what if your next move was developing the places your community actually needs? In this episode, real estate developer and consultant Kristi Kandel shares how everyday investors can become local developers without millions in the bank or a background in construction. With $450M+ in completed projects across retail, housing, clean energy, and adaptive r...

What would Warren Buffett do if he invested in real estate? In this episode, Brian Hamrick welcomes back Paul Moore , Founder of Wellings Capital and author of multiple real estate investing books, to explore safer, smarter strategies in today's market. Paul shares why he believes Buffett's investing principles apply directly to commercial real estate—and even argues that Buffett might have been m...

Before you buy or lease commercial real estate, there's one report that can save you from six-figure surprises — the Property Condition Assessment . In this episode, Greg Trotter, a 50-year veteran of construction, consulting, and expert witness testimony, joins us to explain why PCAs are essential to investor due diligence. From flood damage and corroded fire systems to structural defects hiding...

What do NFL players, luxury beach homes, and high-stakes real estate deals have in common? Brooke Kromer. In this episode, we dive into the world of high net worth investing in Florida's exclusive 30A market, where multimillion-dollar short-term rentals are helping athletes, coaches, and savvy investors grow and preserve wealth. Brooke Kromer—realtor, investor, and daughter of longtime NFL coach A...