The Pete Podcast

In this episode of The PETE Podcast, I sit down with Randy Wolfe to talk about building a real estate business rooted in purpose, strategy, and systems. From burnout in insurance to a thriving portfolio of rental properties, Randy's journey is filled with lessons for anyone starting out or leveling up in real estate.   We dive into how he built passive income, why self-management helped him grow f...

In this episode of The PETE Podcast, I sit down with  Benson Juarez , co-owner of Privy and co-creator of Agent Match, to explore the powerful intersection of data, tech, and community in modern real estate investing. Benson shares how he and his partner turned a manually intensive process into a nationwide tech platform—and why bridging the gap between investors and agents is the key to scaling s...

In this episode of The PETE Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Lucas—real estate investor, coach, and founder of Deal Finders Club—to dive into the art of local deal sourcing and why community-driven investing is the future. Andrew shares how he and his wife went from burned-out landlords to full-time investors with nearly 100 doors, all without paid marketing. His story is full of insights for both...

In this episode of The PETE Podcast, I sit down with Casey Quinn—real estate investor, CPA, and founder of  Accruity —to dig into one of the most overlooked skill sets in entrepreneurship: financial clarity. Casey shares how mastering your numbers isn't just about bookkeeping—it's about making smarter, faster decisions that protect your cash flow and create true freedom.   We unpack what most real...

In this episode, I sit down with Tony Javier—real estate investor and founder of 10x TV—to talk about one of the most overlooked and underused lead generation strategies in real estate: TV commercials. While most investors are battling over cold calling, direct mail, and PPC leads, Tony breaks down how TV can cut through the noise and deliver high-quality motivated seller leads—at scale.   Tony sh...

In this episode of the PETE Podcast, I sit down with Clifford Walker—aka "The Cowboy Closer"—to talk about how he went from truck driving to full-time real estate investor and coach, all while bringing his family into the business and building a legacy of generational wealth. Clifford shares his journey, mindset shifts, and the real talk new investors need to hear before jumping into their first d...

In this episode of The PETE Podcast, I'm joined by Melanie Sikma, co-founder and CEO of One Stop Tax Strategists, for a deep dive into proactive tax planning that helps entrepreneurs and investors keep more of what they earn. We explore powerful, little-known strategies that go beyond simple deductions—ways to restructure your business, your family involvement, and even your travel plans to create...

If you've ever asked yourself, "Where did all my money go?" this episode is for you. I sat down with David Richter, founder of Simple CFO Solutions and author of  Profit First for Real Estate Investing , to talk about the hidden financial pitfalls that sink even high-grossing businesses—and how to avoid them. Whether you're wholesaling, flipping, or building a rental portfolio, David breaks down e...

In this episode, I sit down with real estate investor and direct mail strategist Josh Ax to unpack how he built a high-performing business by combining old-school direct mail with a deeply analytical, tech-forward approach. Josh shares how he started in real estate by accident, scaled with seller financing, and turned a $13K down payment into hundreds of thousands in cash flow.   We dive into his...

In this episode, I sit down with investor and coach Chad Harris to unpack how he built a thriving buy-and-hold real estate portfolio—without using banks or his own money. Chad shares how a personal family crisis led him to pivot from being a missionary in Kenya to building a rental empire back home in Dayton, Ohio.   We talk about how he leveraged his fundraising background to raise private capita...

In this episode of  The Pete Podcast , I sit down with real estate entrepreneur Sam Wegert to explore one of the fastest-growing—and most overlooked—niches in real estate: co-living. From growing up in a 1900 sq ft home with 10 people to now owning over 200 rooms, Sam has turned his passion for people and purpose into a high-yield real estate model that's solving real problems in today's housing m...

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Pardo—real estate investor, coach, and host of the  Flip Empire Show —who shares his powerful transition from wholesaling to self-storage. Alex opens up about the turning point that made him rethink his business model and reveals why self-storage became his vehicle to true financial and time freedom. If you've ever felt trapped in the hustle or wondered how to...

In this power-packed episode of  The Pete Podcast , I sit down with Jeremy Knauff, founder of Spartan Media, to talk about what it really takes to build authority, credibility, and influence through public relations—especially in today's AI-driven world. Jeremy's raw story of building and rebuilding his business after a health crisis sets the stage for a deep conversation about personal branding,...

In this episode of  The Pete Podcast , I sit down with Jeff Henry, the dynamic founder of In A Stack, to talk about how his early passion for tech evolved into a full-fledged business offering innovative, custom-built automation and CRM solutions for real estate and beyond. Jeff opens up about his journey—from installing data networks as a kid to becoming the go-to tech partner for businesses look...

In this episode of  The Pete Podcast , I sit down with Ari Page, CEO of Fund & Grow, to talk about how real estate investors and business owners can tap into unsecured business credit—without the usual headaches of traditional funding. Ari pulls back the curtain on his personal journey from working shipyards to helping over 30,000 entrepreneurs secure nearly $2 billion in business credit lines.  ...

In this episode, I sit down with  Mike Hambright , a seasoned entrepreneur, real estate investor, coach, and founder of Investor Fuel , FlipNerd , and Investor Machine . Mike opens up about his journey from corporate America to building multiple seven-figure businesses — and the hard lessons he learned along the way about focus, foundation, and freedom.   We explore what it means to stay the cours...