The REI Diamonds Show-Real Estate Investment Podcast

Episode: Tax Lien Investing with Angela Duncan Guest: Angela is a force in the personal finance industry with 25+ years of experience in helping people transform their lives by using passive investments to build generational wealth. Angela has a diverse career in banking and financial advising, owning a top 10 RE/MAX office for 5 straight years with over $2 Billion in sales and is now 100% focused...

Episode: Turn Key Rental Market Selection with Zach Lemaster Guest: Zach Lemaster is the founder & CEO of Rent To Retirement, a turn key rental company focusing on new construction single family & small multi family rental property. Starting his investment journey while serving as an Optometrist and Captain in the US Air Force, Zach strategically grew his portfolio to allow for early retirement fr...

Episode: Private Money Lending Masterclass with Dan Breslin Guest:  This is a presentation on Private Money Lending by Dan Breslin, host of the REI Diamonds Show. Big Idea:  Private Money Lending can be an effective and reliable source of above average returns for those with some cash. It is also an effective method to scale a fix & flip business. This Episode of The REI Diamonds Show is Sponsored...

Guest: This episode is actually Dan interviewing his father, Dan Breslin.  The elder Dan Breslin is a Private Money Lender for other fix & flip investors throughout the Northeastern US. Big Idea: Private Money Lending can be an effective and reliable source of above average returns for those with some cash.  One often overlooked source of this cash is dormant IRA and other retirement...

Episode 253: Gino Barbaro on Large Multi Family Real Estate Investing in 2024 Guest: In this episode, we sit down with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of the Jake and Gino brand and a titan in the multifamily real estate space. Gino shares his incredible journey from running a small family restaurant to managing over $350 million in assets. Gino Barbaro is a seasoned real estate investor, entrepreneur, a...

Episode: Redeveloping U.S. Malls Part 2 with Brait Fund Saul Zenkevicius Guest: Saul Zenkevicius is a personal friend and prior business partner of mine.  We used to flip houses together in Chicago & Miami. Now he’s moved on to redeveloping underperforming Malls with his partner Rafik and their team.   Big Idea: The biggest opportunity in commercial real estate is leasing up large amounts of vacan...

Episode: Redeveloping Dying Malls with Brait Capital Founder Rafik Moore Guest: Rafik is a seasoned commercial real estate operator with extensive experience in retail & industrial property.  His company, Brait Capital is now focused on very large retail & industrial assets.  Recently, he has closed on 3 shopping mall properties with large vacancy and is in the process of repositioning those asset...

Episode 250: Living by the Water: Real Estate Insights with Roger King on Waterfront Investments & Tax Benefits   Guest: Roger King, an experienced real estate investor now residing in Puerto Rico, joins us on the REI Diamond Show. With a career spanning over 30 years, Roger's expertise ranges from residential to commercial real estate, with a particular focus on waterfront properties and leveragi...

Episode 249: How to Bill Your Tenants for Water Usage with Kelly Koontz Guest: Kelly Koontz, a seasoned expert in utility submetering solutions tailored for multifamily properties. With over two decades of experience at Submeter Solutions, Kelly has been at the forefront of revolutionizing utility management strategies, empowering property owners to maximize efficiency, enhance property value, and...

Guest: Andy Gurczak is a seasoned real estate investor and public insurance adjuster. Starting with a humble duplex, Andy has strategically expanded his portfolio to include a variety of commercial properties. He leverages his construction background and keen market insight to navigate the complexities of real estate and insurance claims, making him a valuable resource for both novice and experien...

Guest: Kirill Bensonoff , CEO of New Silver, a groundbreaking fintech lending organization, is at the forefront of revolutionizing real estate investment. With a focus on fix-and-flip, ground-up construction, and buy-to-rent projects, New Silver provides investors with innovative financing solutions backed by cutting-edge technology. Combining his expertise in technology and a deep understanding o...

Episode 247: Transforming Big-Box Retail into Self-Storage: A Conversation with Clint Harris Guest: Clint Harris is a seasoned entrepreneur and real estate expert who traded in his medical sales career for a life of financial, time, and location independence through strategic investments in real estate. From implanting pacemakers to converting big box retail buildings into self-storage facilities,...

Guest: Darcy Marler is a seasoned real estate investor and developer with over two decades of experience in flipping houses, rental properties, land development, and new construction. From an MIT graduate to a successful real estate entrepreneur, Darcy's journey has been marked by valuable lessons and insights. Passionate about transforming raw land into subdivided lots ready for construction, Dar...

Episode 244: Lease Option - Rent to Own Real Estate Investing with Adam Zach Guest: Adam Zach, is a seasoned real estate investor, with over a decade of experience in real estate. Adam brings a wealth of knowledge and shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in North Dakota to building a diverse portfolio spanning multiple states, highlighting the importance of leveraging unique advant...

Episode 243: Storage Yard Real Estate Development with Chris Long Guest: Join us in this captivating interview with Chris Long, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed a simple solution into a booming real estate venture. Chris, a licensed carpenter, identified a gap in the market and embarked on a journey that led him from the cold capital of Canada to the sunny shores of Tampa, FL, where he cur...

Episode 242: Navigating Market Turbulence: Lessons from Brock Holliman's Real Estate Success Guest: Brock Holliman, a resilient real estate entrepreneur, shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Memphis to becoming a prominent figure in Florida's real estate market. Starting with a lawn mowing business during the real estate depression, Brock's tenacity and adaptability propelled hi...

Episode 241: A Deep Dive into Real Estate with Wyatt Simon Guest: Wyatt Simon is a seasoned real estate investor renowned for his transformative approach to achieving financial freedom through strategic property investments. With a background rooted in leveraging the power of real estate assets, Wyatt has successfully built a remarkable portfolio, starting from humble beginnings. Through innovativ...

Episode 240: Bob Bernotas on Building & Flipping Franchise Businesses for Huge Capital Gains Guest: Bob Bernotas boasts over three decades of immersion in the franchise industry, beginning his journey in 1986 when he opened his first West Coast Video franchise. Since then, he has owned multiple franchise concepts and units, with some achieving remarkable success. Bob's experience extends beyond ow...

Episode 239: Navigating Real Estate Development: Insights from Brandon Cobb   Guest: Brandon Cobb is a seasoned real estate developer with a keen eye for opportunities and a strategic approach to navigating the market. With a background in both new construction and land development, Brandon brings valuable insights into the evolving landscape of real estate development. You can view his previous R...

Episode 238: Navigating New York City Real Estate with Bob Knakal Guest: Join us in this episode as we sit down with Bob Knakal, Head of the New York Private Capital Group at JLL, a seasoned investment sales broker with a 40-year career in the dynamic New York City real estate market. Bob shares insights into his impressive journey, highlighting his role in transforming the skyline through strateg...

Episode: In this episode, we're breaking away from the traditional real estate discussions to explore an intriguing investment avenue – stocks, securities, and closed-end funds. Dan sits down with Steve Selengut, a seasoned investor with a unique perspective that challenges conventional real estate thinking. Steve shares insights into his investment journey, influenced by his father's real estate...

Episode 236: Rod Khleif's Psychology of Building & Rebuilding Empires Guest: From wearing hand-me-downs to owning thousands of doors, Rod Khleif's real estate journey is one of epic upswings and gut-wrenching falls. He immigrated to the US at 6, faced childhood poverty, and built a real estate empire, only to lose millions in the 2008 crash. But Rod bounced back, fueled by an unshakeable mindset a...

Episode 235: Unraveling the Journey to Freedom and Fulfillment with Brad Chandler  Guest: In this episode we speak with Brad Chandler, the driving force behind Express Home Buyers and a true pioneer in the real estate industry. From building a successful company with a formidable SEO presence to a transformative shift in mindset and lifestyle, Brad's story is nothing short of remarkable. Discover...

Episode 234 with Doug Faron: Building Success and Weathering the Storm Guest: Doug's extensive experience in the real estate industry, combined with his innovative strategies, has made him a sought-after expert in the field. Throughout his career, he has successfully navigated high-growth markets, mastered the art of property management, and achieved remarkable returns on investments. Join us as D...

Episode 233: Tech to Real Estate: A Unique Journey with Kranti Ponnam Guest: Kranti Ponnam, an accomplished engineer with a strong background in technology, embarked on a remarkable journey in the real estate world. Born and raised in India, Kranti's early exposure to his family's deep involvement in real estate ignited his passion for the industry. Despite a successful career in technology, he re...