Uncontested Investing

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we sit down with Alex Glickman, the Global Real Estate & Hospitality Practice Leader at Gallagher and one of the most trusted experts in real estate insurance and risk management. With more than 40 years in the industry, Alex has navigated every market cycle, natural disaster, and underwriting shift, giving her unmatched insight into how investors can prot...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we sit down with Alex Fahsel, the co-founder of Property Shield, a groundbreaking company that's changing how investors protect their assets from fraud and scams.   At just 23 years old, Alex built Property Shield while finishing college at the University of Georgia—and today, it operates in over 35 states, helping investors prevent rental fraud, wire frau...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we dive deep into the economic indicators that every real estate investor should track to make smarter, data-driven investment decisions.   We break down the most important real estate market metrics including GDP, unemployment rates, inflation, interest rates, and consumer confidence, and show you how each one affects property values, rental demand, compe...

In this episode of  Uncontested Investing , I sit down with Ren Richards, Senior Director of Strategy at Seek Now, for a deep dive into the high-stakes world of risk management and due diligence in real estate investing. With over a decade of hands-on experience and a disruptive leadership approach, Ren shares how investors can cut through inefficiencies, avoid costly mistakes, and use data-driven...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we're getting into one of the most critical (and often overlooked) parts of real estate investing — due diligence.   Whether you're buying your first property or scaling your portfolio, your profit is made long before closing, and due diligence is how you protect it. We walk through a comprehensive investor checklist, covering everything from verifying dis...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we're sitting down with Bobby Triplett, the Senior Vice President of Renovations at Offerpad, one of the nation's leading real estate solution platforms.   Bobby takes us behind the scenes of managing thousands of home renovations across multiple markets both for Offerpad and for large-scale investor clients. He shares lessons on leadership, scaling teams,...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we continue our "Marketing and Deal Sourcing" series with a focus on one of the most powerful and often overlooked parts of growing your real estate business: building strong relationships with wholesalers and brokers.   We break down how investors can create long-term partnerships that lead to faster closings, better funding terms, and steady deal flow. F...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we are diving deep into the power of direct-to-seller marketing for real estate investors. While many investors chase MLS deals or pay for expensive online ads, some of the most profitable opportunities still come from proven off-market deal sourcing strategies like direct mail, cold calling, door knocking, and text/email campaigns.   We break down how to...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we continue our series on marketing and deal sourcing—this time focusing on how investors can use social media as a deal-finding and networking tool.   From Facebook groups to LinkedIn connections, from Instagram reels to paid ads, we walk through the strategies that can help investors uncover off-market opportunities, build credibility, and attract both p...

In this episode of  Uncontested Investing , Suzanne and I dive into the powerful world of branding for real estate investors . We often see investors hyper-focused on deals, renovations, and returns—but what about their personal brand? Today, we break down why marketing yourself is just as important as marketing your properties.   From defining your niche to social media strategies, storytelling,...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we are wrapping up our "Building Your Team" series with two roles that can make or break your real estate journey: attorneys and accountants.   We dive deep into why these professionals are essential, how to vet them, what pitfalls to avoid, and the questions every investor should ask before signing a retainer or engagement letter. From airtight contracts...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we continue our "Building Out Your Team" series by diving into one of the most crucial roles for any investor: the property manager.   We explore why property managers are the boots on the ground and the true extension of the investor, and how hiring the wrong one can derail your portfolio quickly. From maximizing cash flow and tenant retention to protecti...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we're diving into one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools in real estate investing: networking with other investors.   While contractors, asset managers, and lenders are crucial, the truth is that some of the most valuable partnerships you'll ever form are with people doing the same thing you are—other investors. We discuss how to find like-minded pa...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we're breaking down one of the most overlooked roles in a real estate investor's team: the asset manager.   We dig into what exactly an asset manager does, how they're different from a property manager, and why their value stretches far beyond spreadsheets. From analyzing financial health to forecasting long-term strategies, mitigating risks, and taking em...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we dive into one of the most important aspects of real estate success: finding the right contractors and building strong, lasting relationships with them. Nate Linsky and Suzanne Andreasen break down practical strategies for networking, vetting, and partnering with reliable contractors, plus how to set expectations, communicate effectively, and use technol...

In this powerful episode of  Uncontested Investing , Tom Truong—real estate entrepreneur and global leader at eXp Realty—joins the show to share the unconventional path that took him from an insurance CFO to managing 1,400 agents across 37 states and five countries.   Tom opens up about early lessons learned from his mom, how a chance trip to see Robert Kiyosaki shifted his mindset forever, and wh...

In this episode, we're diving into one of the most critical and often overlooked pillars of successful real estate investing: tenant screening. Whether you're just getting started or actively scaling your rental portfolio into the double or triple digits, your ability to consistently place the right tenant will either fuel your growth or derail it completely.   I've seen investors make the mistake...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we will wrap up our deep dive into property management by exploring one of the smartest scaling tools in real estate: virtual assistants (VAs). From tenant communication to maintenance coordination and bookkeeping, VAs are changing the game for landlords, operators, and investors of all sizes.   We're breaking down how VAs can handle everything from leasin...

In this tech-driven episode of Uncontested Investing, we're diving into how property investors can streamline their rental operations by embracing the latest in property tech. From virtual showings and smart locks to tenant communication tools and automated rent collection, we break down the tools you need to improve tenant experience, boost your efficiency, and safeguard your properties.    Wheth...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we're sitting down with Kelly Brooks, the dynamic CEO of Property Masters, to unpack her powerful journey from early college challenges to leading one of the most trusted renovation companies in the industry. Kelly shares how she built a culture that prioritizes consistency, trust, and treating every project like it's her own and how her leadership style h...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we sit down with Sean Miller, Chief Revenue Officer at Lessen, to explore how technology is reshaping property management. From single-family rentals to multifamily and commercial portfolios, Sean shares how Lessen streamlines maintenance operations, uses AI and IoT to anticipate repairs, and helps investors scale more efficiently without losing control of...

In today's episode of Uncontested Investing, we dig into one of the most powerful tools at your disposal as a real estate investor: data. It's not just about crunching numbers, it's about making smarter, faster, more strategic decisions in a market where the margin for error is razor-thin.   We break down how investors can use both free and paid data tools to spot trends, find deals, set optimal r...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we're diving deep into how real estate investors can navigate market cycles and decide when and where to buy. We're breaking down the nuances of local vs. national investing, the right timing to enter a market, and how to build reliable partnerships to grow confidently, whether in your own backyard or across state lines.   If you've ever asked, "Is now a g...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, let's dive deep into the world of emerging real estate markets—what they are, how to spot them, and why they present some of the best opportunities for investors looking to get ahead of the curve.   We break down the key indicators like job growth, migration patterns, and infrastructure investments that signal when a market is about to take off. Plus, we s...

In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we're digging into a niche that doesn't get enough attention but absolutely deserves it—mobile home park investing.   We break down the unique appeal of mobile home parks, from strong cash flow and low turnover to recession resilience and affordable housing demand. We also talk about how sustainable housing trends like tiny homes and 3D-printed houses are...