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Depreciation typically implies loss but in terms of real estate it actually can become a benefit to you.   Steven takes you through the different types of depreciation and how you can use it to your advantage as the year comes to an end and tax season begins.    Please note that these are tips based on experience and you should seek the legal advice of  your CPA first to see if you can take advant...

Too often we look at money from a framework of lack. You have to work hard for it and when you want something it feels like you cannot afford it.  In this episode, Stephen is going to take you through the 3Ms of money, Make, Multiply and Manage. As you grow to understand what you can achieve in each of these areas, you will gain the knowledge that the sense of lack can become one of abundance with...

When trying to attract money into your life, one of the beliefs that really comes to the forefront is this idea of having a really strong purpose and mission, a really strong reason why that money needs to flow into your life.  In this episode, Steven shares with you his findings while talking to a mentor, uncovering an altruistic reason for wealth, and how a focus on the material side of money ca...

What are the beliefs that you have about money that are not serving you? There are two sets of beliefs about money, one that will anchor you in place and one that will propel you forward. Join Steven as he dives into the mindset of money that people have and how that ends up playing into your financial success or lack of. Key Takeaways Having a very clear picture of exactly what that success looks...

The federal funds rate (the rate at which commercial banks borrow and lend reserves) has been raised recently by 75 basis points.  How does that actually influence and impact the decisions of what type of real estate or what type of investments you should be placing your capital into?  Today, Steven discusses the impact this has had on the Real Estate Market along with the opportunities that are r...

In this episode, Steven talks about appreciating where you are while creating that vision of where you want to be. While real estate and investing can bring you to living a better life,  it is always good to reflect on what you do have so that you don’t miss out on those moments and opportunities that will move you forward.  Key Takeaways Don’t get caught up in the hustle without realizing that th...

What is your motivation for working?  Are you working that 9 - 5 job just waiting for the time you can be with your family?  Steven shares his journey that motivated him to find a path that allowed him to make an impact on his life and that of others.   Key Takeaways Money is just a tool in order to help you make an impact The only way to have true freedom is to be in a situation where you don’t h...

In a recent trip to Miami, Steven had the opportunity to sit with many investors and really discuss how the market is affecting them and their agencies. In that, he discovered 3 pieces of wisdom that seemed to be a common theme amongst them all.  In this episode Steven shares what he learned and how they can help you in this uncertain economy.  Key Takeaways Surround yourself with those experience...

What do we do in times of economic uncertainty?  Steven is asked this question many times, especially in today’s economic downturn.  In this episode, Steven takes a look at the current market situation and shares his knowledge and expertise on how you can still make the best of real estate investing.  Key Takeaways By holding on and sitting on cash in your bank account, you're losing money every s...

Your investment goals, desires, and values determine the amount of risk that you are willing to take in your investment future.  In this episode, Steven discusses the differences between growth and security to help you determine what investments you should be looking at based on your current investment cycle.  Key Takeaways Growth and Security are on opposite sides of the investment spectrum.  Gro...

Your success really comes down to getting clear on what you want and why you want it so that you can start putting yourself in the situations that allow you to start creating the life that you actually want to live. Join Steven as he shares his thoughts on how and why you should get clarity into your daily decision-making.  Key Takeaways When  making a decision you have to ask “does this next step...

With any business, part of taking it to the next level is building the right team that will support the success and growth of the company.  When you start in real estate, it is simply just buying a business and running it more effectively than others.   So choosing the right team that you know, like and trust is just as important.  Steven shares his experiences and knowledge that will help you cho...

Preferred Equity is a unique strategy that is typically only available to those in the institutional world or in opportunities where you're investing with a much lower return percentage. In this episode, Steven will talk about the different types of preferred equity, what that looks like, what the benefit is, when it makes sense to invest in preferred equity and why and when it makes sense to focu...

Time horizon plus strategy, during times of economic certainty, are key pieces that you need to look at in order to find investment success. Join Steven as he takes a look at those key components and why it's so absolutely important to consider them as part of your investment strategy so that you can reduce risk and still achieve your financial goals.  Key Takeaways During times of economic growth...

Determining what role you want to play in your investments is a key point in deciding what approach is right for you when it comes to real estate investing. It's important for you to, first off, understand who you are and what you're really looking for which will lead you to your strategy and your end goal. Listen as Steve explains these two different approaches so that you can determine which one...

Continuing the conversation about the Market, Steven is joined by Andrew Westling of Walker Dunlop.  In this episode, they dive into the Walker Dunlop perspective of what is happening in the debt and equity market today.  If you have been feeling apprehensive about whether you should get back into the market now or later, then you are not going to want to miss this episode.  Key Takeaways When tim...

Recently, there have been a lot of questions about what's happening in the market and how VonFinch is managing the current economic climate. In this episode, Steven is going to break down VonFinch’s view of the market and highlights some of the strategies that they are targeting in order to maintain their success. Key Takeaways There is a movement towards hard assets that will be able to hedge aga...

Although the concept of a deal structure is fairly simply understood there are some more complex strategies that can put your investment into a much more secure position.  Join Steven as he takes a deeper dive into the deal structure options to help you when looking at your investment opportunities. Key Takeaways How deals are structured end up leading to either A, having a higher rate of return,...

Even during this economy the opportunities to invest and be successful still exist.  In this episode, Steven discusses some of the strategies he has learned in his dealings that will help you discover your own opportunities.  Don’t let FUD overcome you; Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt. Key Takeaways Look at the opportunity from a what's the risk profile standpoint and what's the return in relation to tha...

With the upcoming release of his new book, The Wise Investor: A Modern Parable about Creating Finanical Freedome and Living Your Best Life, author Rich Fettke returns to the Investor Mindset podcast.  Joins Steven and Rich as they uncover his motivation for writing this book and how it will help inspire both current and future real estate investors to not only invest in assets but also in themselv...

During a climate of economic uncertainty, you may find it hard to determine what investment strategy is best for you or whether you should be investing at all. Steven takes us through VonFinch’s investment strategies and their experiences as well as highlights the differences between highly liquid markets and real estate investing. Key Takeaways It's important that you have a strategy and sticking...

When you change those thoughts and beliefs about who you are, you can actually change how you’re showing up in the world.  Steven discusses the concept of mindset in this week’s episode and how it will lead you to your success.  Key Takeaways Mindset is the thoughts and beliefs that directly lead to the actions you take and therefore the outcomes that you experience. Mindset is the foundation that...

Without a clear understanding of what your vision is and the purpose behind the actions you are taking, you are setting yourself up for failure. Steven discusses the components you need in order to create your success by knowing where it is you are headed.  Key Takeaways Discover the questions to ask yourself to have a clear vision and purpose. Steven shares how he got out of alignment in his busi...

Ever wonder what your ideal client is? In this episode, Steven talks about what an ideal client looks like, becoming clear on what is ideal for you, and how he has implemented this into his overall vision for his investment company.  Key Takeaways Be clear on what you really wanted - Work with great people and successful-minded income earners who wanted to create more freedom and flexibility in th...

Marketing is all about building awareness and advocating for your product, service, or brand. It's getting people interested in what you're doing. However, if you are not marketing toward your ideal client then you are not getting the results you want.  Steven is joined by Christine and Danny Bellish, advertising executives turned real estate investors.  Join the conversation as they talk discuss...