Rich Somers

The Rich Somers Report

Business EN ↓ 519 episodes

Join host Rich Somers, as he interviews top real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and athletes from all over the world to discuss all things real estate, business, and wealth related. His first guests include Tarek El Moussa - real estate investor & TV personality, and Cliff Avril - former Seattle Seahawks player & Super Bowl XLVIII Champion. Rich is an active real estate investor and entrepreneur holding a portfolio of apartment buildings, boutique hotels, and short-term rentals valued in excess of $80M. He was an air traffic controller for the government for 11 years, and cashed out his 401k...

Author

Rich Somers

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

Where to listen?

Podcasts in the app Replaio Radio Coming soon

Podcasts are coming to the app soon. Install now and be the first to see a whole new take on podcasts

Get it on Google Play Install for free Android 5M+ downloads · 4.8 rating iOS soon

Episodes

How Prefab ADUs Can Make You Money: Real Estate Wealth Strategies | Andrew Greer E321 18.03.2025

Are prefab ADUs the key to unlocking new streams of real estate income? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Andrew Greer to discuss how investors are using prefabricated accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to maximize their properties, scale rental income, and build long-term wealth. Rich and Andrew dive into: How prefab ADUs can be installed quickly and generate high cash f...

"Essential Marketing Tips for Entrepreneurs" | Trevor Crowley (Saturday Edition) E320 16.03.2025

What does it take to build brand awareness and attract more customers in today’s digital world? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Trevor Cowley, entrepreneur and host of Real Business Owners, to break down the most effective marketing strategies for entrepreneurs looking to grow their business and increase revenue. Rich and Trevor discuss: Why first impressions matter...

The Power of Mindset: How This Entrepreneur Rose from Rock Bottom | Trevor Cowley E319 13.03.2025

How do you rebuild your life after hitting rock bottom? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Trevor Cowley, entrepreneur, podcast host, and mastermind leader, to discuss how he overcame addiction, financial struggles, and limiting beliefs to build multiple successful businesses. Rich and Trevor dive into: How Trevor battled drug addiction, financial setbacks, and personal...

Level Up Your Relationships: Attracting a Higher Quality Partner | Michael Sartain E318 11.03.2025

Is social status the key to attracting high-quality relationships? In this episode, Rich sits down with Michael Sartain, a networking and social dynamics expert, to break down the psychology behind attraction, social circles, and how men and women navigate today’s dating landscape. They cover: Why traditional dating advice is outdated—and how social media has changed the game. The biggest mistakes...

Navigating the Market: Insights on Economy and Interest Rates | Kenny Simpson (Saturday Edition) E317 08.03.2025

Where are interest rates heading, and what does it mean for investors? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Kenny Simpson, a commercial real estate investor and lending expert, to break down the latest market trends, economic shifts, and the current lending environment. Rich and Kenny discuss: Why the Fed’s “survive to 2025” narrative is shifting—and what it means for rea...

Building a $450 Million Real Estate Empire Using Low & No Money Down Strategies | Pace Morby E316 06.03.2025

How do you scale from nothing to nearly half a billion dollars in real estate? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report , Rich sits down with Pace Morby, real estate investor and creative finance expert, to break down the low and no money down strategies he used to acquire over $450 million in real estate. Rich and Pace discuss: Why creative financing, seller financing, and sub-to deals are game-...

Airbnb's Exit: Why Boutique Hotels Are the New Investment Trend | E315 04.03.2025

As Airbnb regulations tighten in major cities, investors are pivoting toward a new opportunity—boutique hotels. In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Dustin Heiner, real estate investor and host of The Master Passive Income Show, to discuss why boutique hotels are quickly becoming the next big investment trend. Rich and Dustin dive into: How Airbnb regulations in New York,...

Tax-Free Wealth: Investing Money Hacks for Generational Wealth | Brian Decker E314 01.03.2025

Want to build wealth and keep more of what you earn? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Brian Decker, a serial entrepreneur and investor, to break down the most effective tax strategies, investing hacks, and long-term wealth-building moves that the ultra-wealthy use to legally minimize taxes and maximize returns. Rich and Brian discuss: How the wealthiest investors leve...

When to Take the Leap: Leaving Your Job to Chase Your Dream | Dustin Heiner E313 27.02.2025

How do you know when it’s time to walk away from your 9-to-5 and go all-in on your dream? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Dustin Heiner, real estate investor and host of The Master Passive Income Podcast, to break down the mindset shifts, financial moves, and key decisions that helped them transition from W-2 jobs to full-time real estate investing. Rich and Dustin d...

Unlocking Wealth: 90% of Millionaires are Created From Real Estate, 100% of Billionaires are Created From Private Equity | Kris Krohn E312 25.02.2025

Is real estate still the best path to wealth, or is private equity the next level? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report , Rich sits down with Kris Krohn, a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and private equity expert, to break down why 90% of millionaires are created through real estate, but 100% of billionaires are made through private equity. Rich and Kris dive into: How Kris went from sav...

A Man's Purpose is to Become the Best Version of Himself & Give it to the World | Wes Watson E311 22.02.2025

What does it mean to truly maximize your potential? Rich sits down with Wes Watson to break down the mindset, discipline, and personal development strategies that separate those who stay stuck from those who build a life of purpose, power, and wealth. Rich and Wes discuss: Why a man’s greatest mission is to become the best version of himself and share it with the world. How self-discipline, fitnes...

The Key Trait Shared By All Successful Business Owners | Mike Sherbakov E310 19.02.2025

What separates highly successful entrepreneurs from those who never break through? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with venture capitalist Mike Sherbakov, general partner of The Veteran Fund, to break down the key trait he’s seen in the most successful business owners after working with over 10,000 entrepreneurs. Rich and Mike discuss: Why resilience, adaptability, and le...

Stop Listening to the People Closest to You, and Start Listening to the People Closest to Your Goals | E309 18.02.2025

The people around you might care about you—but that doesn’t mean they know what’s best for your future. In this solo episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich shares why taking advice from family, friends, and coworkers who have never done what you’re trying to do can hold you back—and why surrounding yourself with the right people is the key to success. Rich breaks down: Why most people discourage...

We’re Acquiring Another Boutique Hotel Below Replacement Cost, and a Quick “23 Day Close”! | Alex Johnson (Saturday Edition) E308 15.02.2025

Money loves speed, poverty loves indecision! Tune in to learn how we’re acquiring another boutique hotel below replacement cost, off-market, and in record time, a 23 day close!  In this episode Rich and Alex Johnson discuss:  - What the team has been up to - the reasons they love this new deal - the “modern traveler”  - value add strategies - Liberal vs Conservative markets - Exit strategies  - Wh...

The Consequences of Punishing (Tax) Americans Who Work & Improve & Giving Free Money to Those Who Don’t | Kevin Faulconer E307 14.02.2025

Are high taxes and government policies discouraging hard work and economic growth? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report , Rich sits down with Kevin Faulconer , former mayor of San Diego, to discuss the long-term impact of over-taxation, rising homelessness, and the business exodus from California. They dive into: How liberal policies in California are making it harder for businesses and indiv...

Why You Should Burn Your 401K and Go “All-in” on Real Estate Investing | Hunter Thompson (Guest Episode) E306 11.02.2025

Is playing it safe really the best path to wealth? In this episode, Rich Somers joins Hunter Thompson on Cash Flow Connections to break down why he walked away from a secure W-2 job, cashed out his 401K, and went all-in on real estate investing—ultimately building an eight-figure net worth through boutique hotels. Rich and Hunter dive into: Why the greatest wealth transfer in history is creating o...

Why I Think the DC Crash Could Have Been Prevented By Air Traffic Control: Interview with One America News | Stephanie Myers E305 08.02.2025

Could better air traffic control have prevented the tragic DC mid-air collision? In this special episode, Rich Somers joins One America News to discuss the devastating crash between an American Airlines passenger flight and a military Black Hawk helicopter—and why systemic issues within the FAA, outdated technology, and staffing shortages may have played a role. Rich, a former 11-year air traffic...

Certain Doors Won’t Open For You Until You Become the Version of Yourself that Can Walk Through Them | E304 06.02.2025

Success isn’t just about finding the right opportunities—it’s about becoming the person who’s ready for them. In this solo episode of The Rich Somers Report , Rich breaks down the mindset shifts, habits, and lessons that helped him level up from working a W-2 job to building an $80 million boutique hotel portfolio. Rich shares: The sacrifices and tough decisions that helped him break through limit...

How to Make Your First Million With an iPhone | Neel Dhingra E303 04.02.2025

Can you really build a million-dollar brand from your phone? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with content and personal brand expert Neel Dhingra to break down the exact strategies that have helped him and countless others grow their businesses, land high-ticket clients, and scale their income—all through social media and a smartphone. They cover: Why content creation is t...

5 Expensive Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Your First Boutique Hotel | Kassidy Warren Saturday Edition E302 01.02.2025

Buying a boutique hotel can be one of the most lucrative real estate moves—but one costly mistake can wipe out your profits. In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich and Kassidy Warren break down the five most expensive mistakes new hotel investors make and how to avoid them. They cover: Why investing in oversaturated Airbnb markets can destroy your hotel’s profitability. The difference bet...

The Secrets to ADU Investing & How He Lost $500K on One Deal | Chris Luna E301 30.01.2025

What if you could turn a single-family home into a high-cash-flowing multifamily property? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report , Rich sits down with ADU expert and real estate investor Chris Luna to break down the massive opportunities in ADU investing and the hard lessons he’s learned along the way—including how he lost $500K on a single deal. Chris shares: How he scaled his ADU development...

How to Buy Your First Boutique Hotel | Tim Hubbard Guest Episode E300 28.01.2025

What does it take to turn underperforming properties into multimillion-dollar boutique hotel investments? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report , Rich joins Tim Hubbard on the Short Term Rental Riches podcast to share the journey of building a thriving hotel business from scratch. From cashing out his 401K to owning an $80M portfolio, Rich dives deep into the strategies that helped him scale w...

Gavin Newsom Exposed by Grant Cardone For Burning His $65M Malibu House & Grant’s $100M Lawsuit with Gary Brecka E299 25.01.2025

What happens when one of the world’s biggest real estate moguls calls out California’s leadership? In this explosive episode, Rich Somers hosts Grant Cardone for an unfiltered conversation about the incompetence fueling California’s wildfires, rising homelessness, and runaway taxes. Grant opens up about the devastation of watching his $65M Malibu home nearly burn to the ground—and why he blames po...

ADU Investing Deep Dive & Why This is One of My Top 2 Real Estate Plays of 2025 | France Hanna E298 23.01.2025

What if you could turn a single-family property into a cash-flowing multifamily asset? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report , Rich sits down with ADU expert France Hanna to break down the massive wealth-building potential of accessory dwelling units (ADUs). From backyard additions to large-scale developments, France shares insider strategies to navigate California's pro-housing legislati...

How to Get Rich Buying Small Apartments | JD Schmerge E297 21.01.2025

How do you get started in real estate investing and scale your portfolio over time? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with JD Schmerge, a multifamily broker and co-owner of Sabre Group, to discuss the strategies that have led countless investors to success. JD shares how he helped Rich close his first multifamily deal in Cincinnati—a pivotal step that set the foundation for...

Listen to the The Rich Somers Report podcast in Replaio

Radio and podcasts in one app - free, with no sign-up. Install today and do not miss the launch

Get it on Google Play

Replaio is not a podcast publisher; show names, artwork and audio belong to their authors and are distributed through public RSS feeds.