The Academy Presents podcast

This is part 1 of my conversation with Dan Lewkowics. Dan is a seasoned real estate veteran with over 15 years of experience in many facets of the real estate industry. Starting his career “house hacking” he quickly moved on to flip houses in and around metro Detroit and eventually created a company called Renaissance Real Estate Ventures which specializes in the acquisition, financing, renovation...

This is part 2 of my conversation with Dan Sheeks. Dan is a high school business/marketing teacher, real estate investor, author, and personal finance advocate in Denver, Colorado. He founded the online community, SheeksFreaks which is a community that is specifically for young people (ages 15-25) who are highly motivated in the areas of building wealth, entrepreneurship, real estate investing, mi...

This is part 1 of my conversation with Dan Sheeks. Dan is a high school business/marketing teacher, real estate investor, author, and personal finance advocate in Denver, Colorado. He founded the online community, SheeksFreaks which is a community that is specifically for young people (ages 15-25) who are highly motivated in the areas of building wealth, entrepreneurship, real estate investing, mi...

This is part 3 of my conversation with Jared Asch and Sid Shamim. Jared is the President and CEO of Firework Investments. Jared has worked for more than 20 years in public affairs and political consulting. He is a member of the Walnut Creek, California Transit Commission and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. Jared has developed more than 218 MW of renewable...

This is part 2 of my conversation with Jared Asch and Sid Shamim. Jared is the President and CEO of Firework Investments. Jared has worked for more than 20 years in public affairs and political consulting. He is a member of the Walnut Creek, California Transit Commission and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. Jared has developed more than 218 MW of renewable...

This is part 1 of my conversation with Jared Asch and Sid Shamim. Jared is the President and CEO of Firework Investments. Jared has worked for more than 20 years in public affairs and political consulting. He is a member of the Walnut Creek, California Transit Commission and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. Jared has developed more than 218 MW of renewable...

This episode is Part 3 of my conversation with Benjamin Zelenka. Ben is currently studying accounting with the intention to become a CPA. His goal is to become an impactful professional in the world of business. Specifically, he desires to work in the real estate industry as a CPA to firms and investors. Listen in on this episode and find out how at such a young age, Ben has been able to get invol...

This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Benjamin Zelenka. Ben is currently studying accounting with the intention to become a CPA. His goal is to become an impactful professional in the world of business. Specifically, he desires to work in the real estate industry as a CPA to firms and investors. Listen in on this episode and find out how at such a young age, Ben has been able to get invol...

In this episode, I welcome Benjamin Zelenka! Ben is currently studying accounting with the intention to become a CPA. His goal is to become an impactful professional in the world of business. Specifically, he desires to work in the real estate industry as a CPA to firms and investors. Listen in on this episode and find out how at such a young age, Ben has been able to get involved in the real esta...

This episode is Part 3 of my conversation with Suzy Sevier and Michael Barnhart. Suzy and Michael are the Founders of Adventurous Real Estate Investors. Their adventure began at a TEDx event — the theme was Reset — and it changed their lives. They took the event to heart and used that theme as a launching point to regain control of their lives, secure financial freedom, give back to the community,...

This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Suzy Sevier and Michael Barnhart. Suzy and Michael are the Founders of Adventurous Real Estate Investors. Their adventure began at a TEDx event — the theme was Reset — and it changed their lives. They took the event to heart and used that theme as a launching point to regain control of their lives, secure financial freedom, give back to the community,...

In this episode, I welcome Suzy Sevier and Michael Barnhart! Suzy and Michael are the Founders of Adventurous Real Estate Investors. Their adventure began at a TEDx event — the theme was Reset — and it changed their lives. They took the event to heart and used that theme as a launching point to regain control of their lives, secure financial freedom, give back to the community, and discover their...

This is Part 2 of my conversation with Ketan Patel. Ketan is a pharmacist turned high-performance real estate coach. Ketan practiced pharmacy for years, before realizing it would be real estate — not pharmacy — that would lead him toward the financial freedom he desired. He has developed a specialty in syndication, multifamily, capital raising, and growth mindset. This unique skill set has helped...

In this episode, I welcome Ketan Patel! Ketan is a pharmacist turned high-performance real estate coach. Ketan practiced pharmacy for years, before realizing it would be real estate — not pharmacy — that would lead him toward the financial freedom he desired. He has developed a specialty in syndication, multifamily, capital raising, and growth mindset. This unique skill set has helped Ketan build...

This episode is Part 4 of my conversation with Tim Lyons. Tim is a Principal and Managing Partner at Cityside Capital. With millions of dollars in their portfolio and countless investors advised, Cityside makes the best real estate investments. The company does not only help people invest smartly — they also help first-time investors understand the language of investing, so they can invest with co...

This episode is Part 3 of my conversation with Tim Lyons. Tim is a Principal and Managing Partner at Cityside Capital. With millions of dollars in their portfolio and countless investors advised, Cityside makes the best real estate investments. The company does not only help people invest smartly — they also help first-time investors understand the language of investing, so they can invest with co...

This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Tim Lyons. Tim is a Principal and Managing Partner at Cityside Capital. With millions of dollars in their portfolio and countless investors advised, Cityside makes the best real estate investments. The company does not only help people invest smartly — they also help first-time investors understand the language of investing, so they can invest with co...

In this episode, I welcome Tim Lyons! Tim is a Principal and Managing Partner at Cityside Capital. With millions of dollars in their portfolio and countless investors advised, Cityside makes the best real estate investments. The company does not only help people invest smartly — they also help first-time investors understand the language of investing, so they can invest with confidence. Tim is als...

This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Nate and Bethany Smith! Nate and Bethany, a.k.a. “Your CashFlow Couple” have a background in military service and real estate and are currently with The Miliare Group. Their mission is to help individuals and families achieve financial security & independence so they can pursue what matters! Nate and Bethany provide complementary and customized pl...

In this episode, I welcome Nate and Bethany Smith! Nate and Bethany a.k.a. “Your CashFlow Couple” have a background in military service and real estate and are currently with The Miliare Group. Their mission is to help individuals and families achieve financial security & independence so they can pursue what matters! Nate and Bethany provide complementary and customized plans and strategies to...

This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Brian C. Adams. Brian is a recovering attorney hailing from a family office background dedicated to providing investors with direct access to institutional alternative investments that can generate passive income in a tax-efficient manner. Brian currently serves as Principal for Excelsior Capital in which he founded in 2019 and oversees acquisitions,...

In this episode, I welcome Brian C. Adams! Brian is a recovering attorney hailing from a family office background dedicated to providing investors with direct access to institutional alternative investments that can generate passive income in a tax-efficient manner. Brian currently serves as Principal for Excelsior Capital in which he founded in 2019 and oversees acquisitions, operations, and capi...

This is Part 2 of my conversation with John Culbertson. John helps private investors get their money working with good, safe interest income that will maximize their investment dollars while minimizing their risk. John has designed several attractive programs to work with individual investors. By working with clients directly, John has been able to cut out the "middle man" --- the banks. Why shoul...

In this episode, I welcome John Culbertson! John helps private investors get their money working with good, safe interest income that will maximize their investment dollars while minimizing their risk. John has designed several attractive programs to work with individual investors. By working with clients directly, John has been able to cut out the "middle man" --- the banks. Why should you be pai...

This is Part 2 of my conversation with Casey Dehle Smith. Casey is the owner of Atlas Transaction Coordinating Services, a team of expert transaction coordinators that handle deals from executed to close. Casey and her company specialize in investor deals, creative financing, assignments, etc. They also communicate with all parties, clear title issues, and help clients close more deals. Hop right...