The Paper Trail

Success in real estate comes from turning ‘rookie mistakes’ into lifelong lessons and using them to transform properties, build relationships, and create lasting wealth. For today’s episode, our special guest,  Brian Green , co-founder of  Green Springs Capital Group , shares his transition from hands-on property maintenance to a thriving business model that includes syndications and private notes...

Today,  Jaz Land  CEO  Jon Jasniak  explores the art of land investing, where every acre holds the promise of prosperity. Jon made his transition from a nine-to-five job as a petroleum engineer to a successful land investor. He discusses the intricacies of land subdivision, the magic of owner financing, and the art of creating and selling land notes. Jon's business model enables him to provide inv...

What’s new in the industry today? What’s the best way to build wealth with the current market? Today, Chris Seveney and Lauren Wells will deliver a market update and a conference recap to help us navigate the market. Among the latest juices in today’s topic are the significant shifts in product and product type that hit the market and an uptick in non-performing loans. To wrap up this episode, the...

In this ever-changing real estate landscape, you need to keep your sights on the latest and sharpen your tools. Our very own Chris Seveney keeps us abreast of what’s happening, bringing hard-earned wisdom from amazing guests. This time, he takes the hot seat opposite  Devin Elder , the host of the  DJE Podcast  to give us an overview of the 7e Fund Structure along with some market updates. They di...

What are the trends in the market today? Are there real estate deals out there? In this episode, Brock Mogensen , a principal at  Smart Asset Capital , offers his expertise to answer your questions in today’s market, and he breaks down trends in the real estate space today. The interest rate is around 7% today, and he still sees good deals in the market, but it’s tough to find them. Brock also sha...

If you want to reap the biggest profits possible out of distressed assets, creating a concrete business plan with a systematic approach is key. In this episode, Chris Seveney sits down with Jake Harris , an expert in investing in distressed commercial real estate. He explains why small yet consistent strategies can help you win big when investing in this particular asset, establishing a strong pas...

Just because you are rich doesn’t mean you are wealthy. If you look deeper, wealth goes beyond earning more money. Our guest in this episode is a testament to that. Chris Seveney welcomes  Justin Moy  from Realm Investors who tells us his background in real estate and how he got started in the industry. Justin shares his early experiences working in commercial real estate and his transition into r...

A lot of times the thing that’s going to save you a lot of money is right under your nose. And without professional advice, you may spend your whole life not knowing how to do it! This is what tax strategists are for, and our guests from One Stop Tax Strategists tell us more about it. Melanie Sikma and Byron McBroom are a father and daughter team who specialize in helping business owners save as m...

Nobody wants to lose money when investing. Many passive investors are good at creating equity but horrible at generating cash flow. What use is there in being able to be hands off in investing if we continuously lose money? In this episode, the author of Resilient Women in Life and Business , Whitney Elkins-Hutten , sits with Lauren Wells to enlighten passive investors on how not to lose money in...

Most of us are conditioned to think that there is only one way to use self-directed IRAs – to invest in public assets and public equities. But there is a lot of missed opportunity around private markets. This is what John Bowens brings to the fore in this conversation. John is a sought-after expert and one of the most respected educators in the self-directed IRA space. Leveraging his over 20 years...

If you are in an industry that is sensitive to even the smallest market shifts, you would know that it is always wise to keep yourselves in the know of the latest movements. Here at 7e, Chris Seveney and Lauren Wells have you covered with this monthly webinar. Take a deep dive into what’s happening with the world of mortgage notes as they break down market updates. Learn why anyone would sell a pe...

Another month has come and gone. In an ever-changing market, it helps to reflect on what has happened, so we are better equipped to move forward. What this means for today’s episode is another 7e update for the month of April. Chris Seveney goes solo to give a market analysis of what we saw in the past month within the mortgage note fund as well as in the financial world. What are the things happe...

It is possible to build a substantial portfolio of rental properties while keeping your W-2 job. But that doesn’t mean everything is easy, especially if you’re going through the syndication route. To keep your investors interested, you have to have a solid grasp on your market and numbers. That is essentially what Sterling Chapman has been through in his real estate journey. In the space of five y...

We’re done with the first quarter of 2023. Over the last few months, we have seen some significant changes in the space that can inform us of how to move forward. In an ever-changing industry, we need to be aware of the movements happening in the real estate and mortgage note space (no matter how big or small). To keep you up to date, host Chris Seveney flies solo in this episode to give you a mar...

To live a BIG LIFE , you must have the proper resources to be your best. One of the resources you may need is money. So, how will you build wealth to live a big life? Today, Justin Maxwell , the President of Small Business Incentive Consultants , shares his insights on maximizing wealth through tax strategy. He also emphasizes that saving money does not matter if you don’t capture and allocate it...

Are you looking for an asset that cashflows more? Is your goal to get cashflow to scale? If you answer in the affirmative, then short-term rentals are for you. In this episode, Chris Seveney interviews  Christopher Levarek , the Managing Partner with  Valkere Investment Group , about why short-term rentals can help you grow your wealth. He shares the story of how he found his passion for real esta...

Many are familiar with the journey of going from passive to active investor. But what continues to be interesting in these stories is how investors made that switch and continue scaling in the industry. This episode’s guest has the story and wisdom to share and inspire us with. Chris Seveney is with Amy Sylvis , a real estate investor in large commercial properties across the U.S. Before moving to...

By embracing technology in real estate, we have the power to create thriving businesses that prioritize guest experiences, streamline operations, and maximize profitability in the short-term rental industry. In this episode, Jessica Larsen , a high-energy leader in the industry, discusses how to utilize tech to build a thriving short-term rental business. Jessica shares her insights and experience...

You have a job and are earning, but are you living the lifestyle you want? Do you have the freedom to do what you want? In this episode, Lauren Wells welcomes Mike Dehaan , the host of the Collecting Keys Podcast , to share his journey in leaving his W2 without a plan to chase passive income to have the freedom to live the way he wants. After quitting his job, he was not breaking cash immediately,...

Real estate is not just a transaction, it's an opportunity to build lasting relationships and create wealth for yourself and your community. For today’s episode, Naval Aviator Doug Spence introduces us to the world of real estate. He takes us through his journey, from how he got interested in real estate to his first steps as an investor. He'll share tips on how to build a strong network, find the...

You cannot build wealth without financial planning. Wealth building without financial planning weakens the foundation. In this episode,  David Chudyk , a Certified Financial Planner, provides insights on the BASICS of financial planning to help build your wealth. David shares the eight drivers of business value which separate him from other financial planners in the market. The “Hub and Spoke” is...

Ready to take control of your financial future? In this episode, commercial lender David Vernich shares his real estate journey and how creating a secure financial future with minimal risk is possible. He shows how to start planning for retirement today and take the first step towards financial freedom. David also shares exclusive sneak peeks on his book, Middle Class To Millionaire, Making The Le...

Our guest today started as a real estate investor and went into the banking side. A recession happened, and they were out of business, but later on, they went back into real estate investing. In this episode, Ben Fredricks, co-owner of Noteworthy USA, shares his journey and how he pivoted his career into real estate investing. Today, most of Ben’s business is more rentals because today is a great...

Building wealth through your business is not just about producing the best products. You also have to ensure that you always have high levels of efficiency and productivity. Doing this can save you more time and earn you more money. This is what businesses should prioritize to achieve significant progress and incredible success. Chris Seveney is joined by Charles Kao to talk about the importance o...

Perhaps you want to put your money into the stock market, but you're not sure where to start. Then you can never go wrong in getting into the profitable and opportunity-rich world of note investing! Chris Seveney sits down with Tracy Z and Fred Rewey to talk about what it means to buy stocks, why people do it, and how you can get started in investing with notes. Tracy Z has over 30 years of invest...