The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate Investing

In this episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, we're chatting with Andrei Mincov, founder and CEO of Trademark Factory, about why trademarking should be a top priority for entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, and small business owners like you. Andrei shares essential insights on when and how to trademark, the risks you face if you don't secure your intellectual property, and actiona...

In this compelling episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, you'll hear from Jamie Bateman, a seasoned mortgage note investor and host of the From Adversity to Abundance podcast. Jamie shares how he transitioned from being an Army officer and W-2 employee to becoming a full-time entrepreneur in the mortgage note investment space.    He'll guide you through the nuances of active versus passi...

In this inspiring episode of Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, we're sitting down again with Rick Abbiati, a certified coach and high-six member of the Wicked Smart community. Rick shares his incredible journey to achieving financial independence through creative real estate investing.    With over $1 million in total three-payday profits and a thriving coaching practice, Rick reflects on the strat...

In this impactful episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, we welcome Adam Carroll, a financial literacy advocate and the creator of the Shred Method back to the show. Adam shares his expertise on reshaping financial habits, building wealth, and achieving debt freedom through a systematic cash flow approach. We discuss the pitfalls of traditional money management, the importance of rethinki...

In this solo episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, I'm kicking off the new year with actionable advice to help you set yourself up for success in 2025. I'll walk you through the importance of conducting a "gut check" to evaluate where you are versus where you want to be, share insights on return on investment (ROI) and return on experience (ROE), and explain why creative real estate is y...

In this special year-end episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, hosts Chris Prefontaine and Zach Beach take a reflective, unscripted look back at 2024, exploring the key trends and shifts in the real estate market. They discuss how high interest rates have shaped the industry, the surge in creative financing, and the importance of adaptability in an ever-changing economic landscape. Chris...

Welcome, Wicked Smart listeners! In this episode, I sit down with the multifaceted real estate expert, Derek Dombeck , to explore the vast potential of creative deal structuring in today's market. Derek brings over 20 years of experience in the real estate world, covering everything from wholesaling and flipping to landlord lending and managing complex transactions. Together, we dive into some of...

In this engaging episode, we're sitting down with Ed Rush, a former Marine Corps fighter pilot, speaker, and bestselling author of God Talks. Ed takes us on his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, showing how mindset, discipline, and spiritual connection can transform your life and business. Drawing from his experience as a fighter pilot and business strategist, Ed shares practical...

In this episode, we're breaking down how real estate investors and realtors can take their businesses to the next level by mastering creative real estate strategies. Whether it's structuring win-win deals, solving tough seller situations, or expanding your toolbox, learning creative real estate opens up endless opportunities.    Tune in to discover how these strategies can help you close more deal...

In this episode, we welcome Shane Carter, CEO of Hampshire Capital and a real estate veteran with over 25 years of experience. Shane shares his journey from flipping homes and managing a construction business to acquiring and managing over $350 million in multifamily and commercial assets. He also discusses the critical lessons learned from past mistakes, the importance of partnerships, and how hi...

In this episode, host Chris Prefontaine reconnects with his coach and mentor, Brett Gilliland, CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs. Brett shares insights from his years of helping businesses scale, including strategies to transition from solopreneurship to building a high-performing team. Drawing on his experiences leading organizational development at Keap (formerly Infusionsoft) and guiding businesses th...

Not everybody gets dealt with winning cards in life, but that doesn't mean you can no longer win. It's all about the mindset you have and the actions you're taking to overcome the challenges that life has for you.    This is not just a motivational speech to get you going, this is a lesson that life has taught many of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world. The way you approach challenges...

Jay Conner is a seasoned real estate professional with experience in the industry that goes all the way back to as early as 2003. He started investing in real estate through traditional financing strategies and after the 2008 crash, started exploring the world of private money.   Today, Jay is considered a private money expert through his effective systems and strategies to raise private capital m...

Bob Lachance is a former professional hockey player turned entrepreneur who founded REVA Global, a company that provides virtual assistant services tailored for real estate professionals. He is known for his expertise in real estate investing, outsourcing, and helping investors streamline their business operations.   Today, Bob is focused on helping real estate professionals optimize their busines...

Josh Culler, the CEO of Culler Media, is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and marketing expert with over 10 years of experience in the real estate space under his belt. He has played a significant role in the growth of many real estate businesses through organic content marketing and he continues to do so with his expertise.    Josh and his team have helped real estate businesses pivot through many...

Eddie Speed is the Founder of NoteSchool, an organization dedicated to providing education to real estate investors who want to explore the note industry. He is one of the most influential people in real estate investing, buying more than 50,000 notes through 44 years of experience in note buying.   He has been with us in many episodes in the past and we're always looking forward to our time with...

Jeremy Beland and his wife have achieved remarkable success in real estate in a shorter amount of time than what most investors go through. They started their journey in real estate while still employed full-time with only $11,000 capital, investing about 50% of it in coaching.    Over the years, Jeremy and his wife have closed over 450 off-market deals in multiple markets, hitting 6-figure profit...

Jessica Johnson is a mental health professional who wanted to get into real estate investing before she joined the Wicked Smart community. Today, she is still working in the mental health field, managing staff at an outpatient clinic, while working on her real estate investments as one of our High 6 members.    Jessica has been part of the Wicked Smart Community for a little over 2 years now and s...

Trevor Thompson is a seasoned real estate investor from Austin, Texas, who has 31 syndication deals under his belt. He participated in 20 of those syndication deals as a limited partner and in 11 as a general partner.   Trevor is currently the VP of Investor Engagement at Massive Capital and he is focused on building a network for investors to get educated and supported on their investing journey....

Judy Richard is a member of the Wicked Smart Community who started her journey in real estate long before we did, exploring different areas of the industry, while working a full-time job in pharmaceuticals. Her goal is to break away from her golden handcuffs and retire from the pharmaceutical industry to focus on real estate investing, and that's what creative financing is helping her do today.   ...

At this point, we all know that real estate investing is one of the best ways to build wealth and achieve financial freedom, but there is still a large majority of people who don't know how and where to begin. It can seem pretty simple if you're already familiar with this industry, but for someone who is new, the abundance of information can be daunting and that's what we're here to help you with....

Kevin Gannon and his wife Sarah are a husband and wife tandem from the Wicked Smart community who come from full-time W-2 jobs. They began their journey in real estate investing with minimal knowledge and never stopped looking for opportunities to grow, which eventually led them to Smart Real Estate Coach.    Kevin and Sarah are great examples of what success could look like when you have the righ...

In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Forbes Riley, a true Renaissance woman known for her groundbreaking work in infomercials, TV hosting, and high-performance coaching. We dive deep into her journey from being an awkward, misunderstood child to becoming a powerhouse in the entrepreneurial world. Forbes shares her secrets to mastering communication, the art of the perfect pitch, and how...

Lucas Chaya is a serial entrepreneur from Argentina with an MBA, who comes from a long line of real estate professionals. He started his entrepreneurial journey in the coffee business in Argentina, owning and operating multiple stores until he found his way into real estate investing in the US.    In between the coffee business and real estate investing, Lucas got his MBA and spent years in the te...

Nicole Purvy is an active real estate developer and investor with over $5 million worth of properties under her belt. She started in this industry fairly recently, but that did not stop her from learning and thriving in the real estate space.    Nicole currently has a portfolio worth over $5 million and she is the co-owner of Heritage City Construction, a general contracting firm specializing in 1...