Markian Sich
The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
The military taught us discipline, leadership, and resilience—but it never taught us how to build wealth or create true financial freedom. That’s where we come in. I’m Markian Sich, a United States Marine turned real estate investor, and I know firsthand how tough it can be to figure out what’s next after service. That’s why I started The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast—to bring you real stories, real strategies, and real success from military investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who’ve been where you are. We talk about leveraging your VA Loan, Military House Hacking, and proven i...
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Markian Sich
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
ADPI_223: Navigating Out-of-State Real Estate Investing with Trevor Methena 06.12.2021 52:24
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews ADPI member and navy veteran, Trevor Methena – who discusses how to manage out-of-state real estate investing and how to capitalize on it-- even when you’re doing it long distance. Listen up to see how you, too, can follow in Trevor’s footsteps to a successful real estate investing career after the military. "If your real estate goals are to become fin...
ADPI_222: Transitioning From Single Family Deals to Multifamily Deals With Ken Hynes 29.11.2021 53:35
On this week’s episode, Kevin chats with ADPI’s Military Multifamily Academ members and 23-year retired Army veteran, Ken Hynes. Ken shares his full transition and what it looks like to go from getting started in Single Family Real Estate—to becoming a passive investor in multifamily syndications—to becoming a General Partner in syndications. "There are multifamily ways to make money—and ther...
ADPI_221: TDY Hacking to Get Started in Short Term Rentals With Kaitlyn Dannhardt 22.11.2021 54:58
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews military spouse and top AirBnB host, Kaitlyn Dannhardt. Kaitlyn talks about working together to build a team and building her real estate portfolio while on TDY or PCSing. Listen up to hear about how Kaitlyn and her husband continue to find success in short term rentals and how you can get started – and how you can even do it from afar! "I wanna give p...
ADPI_220: The Perfect BRRRR With Meagan Klein 15.11.2021 51:33
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews ADPI Operation ATOM Member and 14 Year Navy Veteran Meagan Klein. Megan discusses how she came upon some amazing deals – including a duplex and the perfect BRRRR (Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat). Listen up to find out how you can build something great with your real estate investing! "In the future, if you really want to grow into large real es...
ADPI_219: From Ranger to Real Estate With Dan Austin 08.11.2021 45:31
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with former Army Ranger, Dan Austin. Dan tells his story and deep dives into how he applied the Ranger Creed to do 5-7 deals per month to his real estate wholesaling journey—resulting in a successful multimillion dollar business. "Be patient. It takes time to build wealth through real estate, but if you’re consistent and you’re patient, it will happen and i...
ADPI_218: BRRRRnB It With Anthane Richie 01.11.2021 53:28
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews Active Duty Navy CPO and active real estate investor, Athane Rithie. Anthane and Kevin talk about how Anthane got started in real estate as a young E-5. Anthane also goes on to explain his first deals and how they have contributed to his success in real estate investing – even moving on to AirBnBs! "Real Estate Investing is awesome, it’s just that just...
ADPI_217: How to Network with Aharon Goins 25.10.2021 40:55
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with 16-year AF Active-Duty veteran, Aharon Goins. Aharon chats about the importance of networking and how he hosts the “All-in Real Estate Meet-Up, as well as a Clubhouse room to increase his opportunities. He also talks about his transition out of the military—and how he got away from working another 20 years in another W-2 job! "Closed mouths don’t get f...
ADPI_216: Family First with Mike McCarthy 18.10.2021 55:05
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with best-selling author, co-founder of GoBundance Mike McCarthy. Mike discusses how to maintain an exceptional balance between your pursuit of financial freedom and your family life. "How do we be leaders for our families and be leaders in the world? Because if we’re only leaders in the world, eventually we end up not bringing up a generation that can carr...
ADPI_214: Member Spotlight with Mason Brown 04.10.2021 23:30
In this week's episode, Kevin talks with Operation ATOM member and Navy Veteran, Mason Brown. Mason discusses his beginnings in real estate investing – which started with joining the ADPI FB Community and then starting Operation ATOM. Listen up to hear the massive amount of action that Mason has taken in just six short months! "Just because you fail at something doesn’t mean you’re not a...
ADPI_213: Creative Real Estate Acquisition with Cindy Byler 27.09.2021 1:04:11
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews Cindy Byler – a military spouse who is not only able to find deals—but is really able to thrive in the space of real estate investing. Cindy esplains how she found success in real estate even in the craziness of the military family lifestyle. Listen up to hear how real estate investing gave Cindy a way to pivot to make the lifestyle work over a traditional...
ADPI_212: Scaling Up in Commercial Real Estate with Mike Stohler 20.09.2021 56:18
In this week's episode, Kevin interviews Mike Stohler. After serving in the navy as an Ops Specialist and then becoming a commercial airline pilot, Mike found himself succeeding in real estate investing the right way. He talks about his process of scaling his investing and how he profited $800,000 in less than a year! If you’re looking for someone who started out just like you, listen up! &q...
ADPI_211: Member Spotlight with Wes Thompson 13.09.2021 24:46
On this week’s episode, Kevin chats with Army retiree and ADPI Operation ATOM member, Wes Thompson. In this member spotlight, Wes covers what he’s been up to in the real estate investing space—and how he found his tribe and as a result, his success. Here are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode: Finding Your Tribe Why You Should Pay Attention to Your Limitations The Impact of Joining a Mastermind Ho...
ADPI_210: How to BRRRR Properties While Stationed Overseas w/ Samantha & Bobby Meyer 06.09.2021 47:01
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with “dynamic duo” military couple Samantha & Bobby Meyer. Samantha & Bobby describe how they have combined their skills to successfully build their real estate portfolio while being stationed overseas. "Just go out there and get some reps in it. You’re going to learn more by doing it and trying it. Don’t let school get in the way of your education...
ADPI_209: From Naval Aviator to Real Estate Investor With John Rubino 30.08.2021 46:03
On this week’s episode, Kevin features Retired Naval Aviator turned real estate investor, John Rubino. John tells his incredible story of his real estate journey while he was AD. And how after 20 years in the military, he retired and started investing in RE full time. Let John walk you through his transition and what it looked like for him! "Don’t rush. Don’t rush through it. Just like I say...
ADPI_208: How to House Hack With a Large Family With Amanda and Solomon Nair 23.08.2021 52:29
On this week's episode, Kevin interviews military family Amanda & Soloman Nair. Solomon and Amanda talk about how they started their real estate investing journey by house hacking a 2 bedroom 1 bath duplex with their 5 young sons. By following a strict budget and simplifying their lives, they were able to purchase a total of 5 properties totaling 10 units in 7 months. "So when we wor...
ADPI_207: Massive Passive Income With Land With Brent Bowers 16.08.2021 56:37
On this week's episode, Kevin speaks with veteran Army officer, Brent Bowers. Brent discusses how he transitioned from the military to real estate estate - specializing in vacant land investment! Now that he's achieved massive passive income, he coaches others on how to do it too! If you're looking for yet another way to invest, this episode is for you! "Time Block, Time Block,...
ADPI_206: 3 Ways To Win In The STR Game With Joe Riley 09.08.2021 45:21
In this episode, Joe Riley of Patriot Family Homes joins Kevin and special guest Co-Host Chris Lockwood to break down how he turned a simple house hack into a MASSIVE nationwide short-term rental business. We talk pros, cons, and everything in between in this one. If you're thinking about getting into the short-term rental game or already have a few STRs working for you, you definitely won&ap...
ADPI_205: Tax Lien Investing With Ashleigh Evans 02.08.2021 53:37
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews Naval Surface Warfare Officer Veteran Ashleigh Evans about how she began in tax lien real estate investing and how it created a successful transition out into the civilian world. ADPI Nation, if you’re looking to level up your path to financial freedom, listen up! "Whenever you’re doing something big and new – focus on the community. Find the people—an...
ADPI_204: Investing in Any Market With Joe Evangelisti 26.07.2021 50:25
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with Navy Seabee veteran and entrepreneurial powerhouse Joe Evangelisti. Joe discusses his real estate journey from a construction background to owning several successful businesses. If you’re looking to hone your skills in the pursuit of success, listen up—Joe’s got it! "Time freedom is not just having all the time in the world to do whatever you want--ti...
ADPI_203: Less Than 10 Years to Financial Freedom With Dion McNeeley 19.07.2021 53:05
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews Dion McNeeley, Desert Storm Marine Veteran and financial independence extraordinaire. Dion discusses how to achieve financial independence and freedom despite numerous challenges-- and how he was successful with just 7 units. Listen up, ADPI Family – because this episode has a TON to unpack! "You are going to be alive in 5 years – start living like it...
ADPI_202: Never Too Young to Invest With Marc Stallings 12.07.2021 1:00:39
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with active duty Navy member and ADPI member, Marc Stallings Marc explains how he started investing as an E-5 at 22 years old—and how he has a completely new outlook on his life & his career. If you’ve ever wondered if you can get started in real estate investing at a young age or as junior enlisted—listen up--Marc has the answers you’ve been looking for! &q...
ADPI_201: Mastermind Your Way to Success With Chris Lockwood 05.07.2021 50:50
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews 22-year Army veteran, ADPI Outreach team member, and kick-ass real estate investor, Chris Lockwood. Chris chats about finding his way into real estate investing at the end of his military career and how it ultimately led to his path to successful multifamily and short-term rental investing. " I can tell you 6 months ago, I didn’t have a million dollars...
ADPI_200: The Power of Partnerships With Marcus Phillips and Jonathan Richards 28.06.2021 1:02:11
On this week’s incredible episode, Mike & Kevin talk with Army Officers Marcus Phillips and Jonathan Richards – an unstoppable Investing duo who are stationed in 2 different locations and have managed to create amazing success in the real estate investing space. Learn from Marcus & JR about how to find and sustain the ultimate winning team for your real estate investing journey. "You...
ADPI_199: Multifamily Mania With Vadim "The Dream" Rey 21.06.2021 46:25
On this week’s mind-blowing episode, Mike & Kevin chat with Naval officer and ADPI Military Multifamily Member, Vadim “The Dream”. Vadim has absolutely crushed it in the multifamily space and shares with us how he continues to build his real estate assets—as well as his entrepreneurial career. Listen up, ADPI-- and learn how to grow from one townhome-- to a potential 700 units in a year and a...
ADPI_198: How to Become a Millionaire Wholesaler With Tyler Austin 14.06.2021 54:35
On this week’s fabulous episode, Mike and Kevin interview military veteran & ADPI Member Tyler Austin. Tyler talks about how to absolutely CRUSH it in wholesaling—and how he went from a GS-4—to GS 12—to a millionaire wholesaler. If you’ve been curious about the world of wholesaling and whether or not it’s for you – LISTEN UP, ADPI Nation! " When in all reality, it’s just about what you wa...
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