The FasterFreedom Show: Change the Way You Think About Freedom

Did you know that the average homeowner is sitting on over $175K equity? That's right. So what can you do with it? Tapping into your home’s equity can be beneficial in many ways. Home equity is a way to build personal wealth over time, and you can access the cash needed to improve your financial situation or for whatever else you see fit. You can also use it to fund substantial expenses, and it's...

Which one do you like better–entrepreneurship or real estate? They are actually linked, but with subtle differences. In this episode, Sam and Lucas will discuss real estate investing and entrepreneurship and share their plans for a company they're launching in 2023. Why are they doing this when they already own three profitable businesses? Let's listen up and get inspired by their story.  “As...

Many people investing in real estate usually start with one or two single-family homes. Then, as they grow their portfolio, they look at other asset classes like multi-family homes or apartment complexes. There are several benefits to investing in multi-family properties, one of which is that it is a faster way to accelerate your wealth. It is also easier to structure and monitor your deals vs. bu...

Many real estate investors focus on buying single-family homes one at a time, and there's nothing wrong with that. It all depends on your strategy. Sam and Lucas have done some pretty cool deals, like 42M in rentals, apartment complexes, storage deals, and tons of single-family homes. But if you want to accelerate your growth, purchasing piles of homes or whole neighborhoods is an excellent strate...

If you want to grow your business, you need to delegate some tasks to other people. Now, that might be hard, especially if you think you're the only one who can do things right. But believe it or not, some people are better at being an operator than you could ever be. The only question is, where do you find such people, and how do you know you can trust them? In today's episode, Sam and Lucas talk...

Real estate investing is one of the best ways to build wealth. But to buy properties, you need multiple sources of funds. There are creative financing strategies you can use. You can also borrow money from private lenders or hard money lenders. In today's episode, Sam and Lucas discuss the easy way to access hard money. While it's not the cheapest option, there are certainly benefits to using hard...

Did you know that Sam and Lucas became famous in a small town? But it happened for all the wrong reasons. First, they had a building blow over, not once…not twice… but three times…can you believe that? Do you want to hear the whole story? In this episode, Sam and Lucas walk you through the self-storage development deal. So they decided to buy and develop a self-storage facility, and they made a lo...

Interest rates are rising, and they're rising faster than what you and I probably expected. Higher interest means it costs more money to get money, and as an investor, you can't buy as much real estate. So what are your options? In this episode, Sam and Lucas are excited to show you four ways to still make a good cash flow on your property, even with rising interest rates. So, listen up, take note...

Do you believe that the riches are in the niches? “Figure out your niche and maximize it,” says NBA player P.J. Tucker. So how do you find your niche? There are several ways to do it. In this episode, Sam and Lucas discuss the importance of niching down. They also talk about the three main niches in real estate and which niche might be right for you. Without clarity of focus, it will be hard for y...

Today's episode is a walk down memory lane. In the last seven years, Sam and Lucas have quit their jobs, bought $40 million worth of real estate, sold over 500 houses through wholesaling, flipped over 200 homes, and gained 2 million followers on social media. They also launched this podcast. So many things have happened, and it will be good to look back and reflect on each learning. So join Sam an...

Most rich people would agree that real estate is one of the best ways to build wealth. But some people are stuck in that old belief that you need to have a massive amount of money to invest in real estate. However, there are several ways to start investing in properties without writing your own check. You just need an open mind and learn from people who made a fortune buying and selling properties...

Are you the type of person who likes to figure things out on your own, or are you someone who leverages other people's knowledge (OPK) to learn something new? If you want to be efficient and effective with your time, getting a mentor or a coach is the answer. People who have achieved what we want to achieve can definitely help us get there faster because they already know the way. There are many w...

You've probably heard a bunch of stories about people who had to pivot and create a different life for themselves. Each one has a different kind of inspiration to share with those who are willing to listen and follow the same steps. Today, you'll hear how the power of real estate helped transform two people's lives.  In today's episode, Sam brought in power couple Dusty and Chelle Sanders of...

Have you ever wanted to buy an investment house but didn't know what you would do with it? When buying real estate, it's important to have multiple exit strategies, so you don't get stuck with a property that does not generate cash flow. So if you're looking at a few deals, think about the multiple ways you can make money from them instead of having only one path or plan. In today's episode, Sam a...

Not everyone has unlimited money to invest or even connections, especially at the start. In those situations, you have to be creative. There are different options to finance an investment using other people's money. In today's episode, Sam and Lucas will share five creative financing options, four of which they have personally used in many of their real estate deals. So if you're feeling adventuro...

Is the real estate market crashing? As more signs show that the housing market is slowing down in 2022, many people wonder where the situation will eventually lead and if buying properties is still a good idea. In today's episode, Sam and Lucas share their insights on the state of the housing market, the three main types of real estate investment, and the strategies that work during a softer marke...

Every business owner is looking for ways to grow their business. They look forward to that day when they can 2x, 3x, or even 10x their portfolio. But scaling is not that easy. However, you can see what other businesses have done and replicate the same process. Sam and Lucas are here today to talk about SCALE-ing.  Sam was on The BiggerPockets Podcast a few months ago, where he talked about bu...

Real estate is one of the most profitable industries in the world because everyone needs a place to live. So investing in real estate is a great way to build wealth. But how do you start building your real estate business? In this episode, Sam and Lucas discuss the first and most important step. Then they share their favorite free lead sources. Once you understand how to use these lead sources, yo...

Did you know that most millionaires have three or more income streams? If you have been relying solely on your day job to earn money, have you thought about what will happen if that job goes away? In today's episode, Sam and Lucas discuss why you must strive to create multiple income streams. Of course, you can start with just one, but don't end there. You'll be surprised at how many they have.&nb...

How do ordinary guys get started on making extraordinary wealth? In this episode, Sam and Lucas share their property bromance origin story and take a trip down memory lane that involves a wife that puts her foot down and weekend drives to hunt down distressed properties.  They’re here to entertain and educate as they learn to follow the BRRRRs strategy (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) an...

Do you have the contacts to connect a willing buyer and a willing seller – but not the capital to fix up a property? Is wholesaling something you thought you just did at the store? Are you ready for Sam and Lucas to enlighten you on a game-changing way to get into the real estate market with a network and no cash?  Welcome to the wonderful world of wholesaling, where you contract a property w...

Are you looking to make moves in the real estate market but have found it hard getting money from a bank? If so, private lenders are the solution for you. And chances are they’re already someone in your social circles. In this episode, Sam and Lucas break down what a private lender is, how to start talking real estate with people and turn them into private lenders – plus a whole bunch of industry...

Which is better to own and manage: single-family homes or multi-family residential properties? In this entertaining episode, Sam and Lucas go toe-to-toe as they duke it out over the pros and cons of both, sharing knowledge and demystifying the real estate market as they do. They emphasize the importance of starting somewhere, and share the wisdom behind getting comfortable with the ownership and m...

What is the difference between good debt and bad debt? Good debt can increase your net worth, whereas bad debt involves borrowing money to purchase rapidly depreciating assets. So what would buying a house qualify as? Join Sam and Lucas as they explore the differences, pros, and cons, of good debt versus bad debt – showing you how to use debt and leverage to acquire assets in a fun, engaging way.&...

If you want to accelerate your wealth-building journey, get into debt. That’s as straightforward and as factual as it gets. If we waited till we saved enough capital before flipping our first rental unit, we wouldn’t be $40 million richer in assets owned in the span of 5 years. This is what we’re rallying here in this podcast, the road to faster freedom. The OPM strategy we’re going to talk about...