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Send us Fan Mail How does one transform a passion for real estate into a thriving business that not only scales but also benefits the community? In this episode of Weiss Advice, Yonah chats with Denise O'Reilly, a multifaceted entrepreneur with a passion for real estate and assisted living. Denise shares her journey from working in the film industry to becoming a successful real estate invest...

Send us Fan Mail How can building an equity-driven real estate portfolio impact your finances and the communities you serve? Today, Kevin Dugan, the Managing Principal at Altus Investment Group, shares his journey from reading Rich Dad Poor Dad in college to becoming a successful real estate investor specializing in fix-and-flips and small multifamily properties. He discusses the challenges and re...

Send us Fan Mail What if the key to building a lasting legacy in real estate lies not in skyscrapers, but in vineyards? In this episode of Weiss Advice, host Yonah Weiss sits down with Keeley Hubbard, a serial sales expert turned vineyard syndicator. Keeley shares her journey from corporate sales to the unexpected world of Texas wine production. She discusses the intricacies of vineyard investment...

Send us Fan Mail How can immigrant entrepreneurs leverage their unique experiences to build generational wealth through real estate? In this episode, Yonah sits down with Bryan Escudero, a first-generation American whose parents immigrated from Colombia. Bryan dives into the challenges and triumphs of navigating the real estate world as a first-generation investor, highlighting the importance of e...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could achieve financial freedom and more time with your loved ones while still pursuing the career you love? Today, Dr. Calvin Lowe discloses his journey of balancing a demanding medical career with a passion for real estate. From learning the ropes in multifamily investing to educating fellow healthcare professionals on financial literacy, Dr. Calvin’s story is a test...

Send us Fan Mail What strategies can multifamily investors use to navigate market fluctuations and ensure long-term success? This week, Andrew Cushman discusses the intricacies of asset management and investment strategies. He shares his journey from a chemical engineer to a successful real estate investor, emphasizing the importance of managing assets effectively to maximize returns. They dive in...

Send us Fan Mail How can you turn a childhood game into a real-life financial education tool for your kids? In this episode, Yonah welcomes Alpesh Parmar, a real estate investor and author, to discuss the innovative ways he is educating his children about finance through engaging games and real-life lessons. Alpesh shares his journey from working in IT to becoming a full-time real estate investor...

Send us Fan Mail In what ways does technology transform your approach to real estate capital raising and investor relations? In this episode of Weiss Advice, Marisa Amirian, the founder of Cap Bloom discusses the intersection of technology and capital raising in the real estate sector. Marisa shares her journey from a tech-savvy professional in web development to a pioneer in capital-raising solut...

Send us Fan Mail What fundamental truths about real estate are often overlooked by beginners and experts alike? Today, Dan Fradenburgh, a multifaceted entrepreneur with a rich background in digital security and real estate, shares his unconventional journey into the real estate sector, emphasizing the ethical considerations and vulnerabilities within the industry. He discusses the importance of at...

Send us Fan Mail How can you leverage community-driven real estate investments to achieve financial freedom and mitigate risks? In this episode, Yonah sits down with real estate investor Brian Davis to share his journey from a hard money lender to co-founding Spark Rental. Brian delves into his early missteps, the impact of the 2008 financial crisis, and his eventual pivot to passive real estate i...

Send us Fan Mail How can understanding tenant dynamics transform the profitability and management of multifamily properties? In this episode, Rena Myers, a seasoned multifamily property management expert, discloses her journey from working with a rapidly growing property management company to managing thousands of apartments across different states. She delves into the four pillars of multifamily...

Send us Fan Mail What impact does embracing humor and networking have on your corporate career and entrepreneurial journey? Today, host Yonah welcomes the dynamic and humorous Murray Beaulieu. With a rich background in the army, high tech, and finance, Murray shares his unique journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Known for his knack for networking and injecting levity into the corporat...

Send us Fan Mail In this milestone 400th episode of Weiss Advice, host Yonah brings together a remarkable group of past guests to share their most valuable insights and experiences. This reunion episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, covering everything from personal growth and resilience to the impact of AI and the power of genuine relationships. Join us as we celebrate the journey of Weiss Advic...

Send us Fan Mail How can you turn personal finances into your ultimate business strategy for life freedom? This week, Teshra Robles, a financial expert with a unique approach to personal finance, shares her journey from Texas to Hawaii, and eventually to Bonners Ferry, Idaho, highlighting her passion for numbers and the importance of individualized financial planning. She discusses the benefits of...

Send us Fan Mail What can you learn from a journey that takes you from a groundskeeper to a successful real estate investor? This week, Yonah welcomes Adrian Danila, a multifamily expert with an inspiring journey from a Romanian law graduate to a U.S.-based real estate investor and consultant. Adrian shares his story, starting as a groundskeeper and rising through the ranks to manage thousands of...

Send us Fan Mail How does one seamlessly transition from military service to thriving in real estate and entrepreneurship while making a meaningful impact? In this episode of Weiss Advice, Yonah sits down with Tyler Goble who shares his journey from the Naval Academy to building a business with his wife that combines real estate, high-end design, and data science consulting. They delve into how Ty...

Send us Fan Mail How could real estate transform your financial future? In this episode, Rachel Gainsbrugh, a former pharmacist, shares her journey from working multiple jobs to pay off student loan debt to discovering the lucrative world of real estate investing. She discusses the strategies and mindset shifts that propelled her to success, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy and the...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered how managing real estate assets is akin to running a full-fledged business? This week, our guest is Kyle McKinney, the Founder of Pentagon Property Academy. He shares his journey from federal government consulting to leading Pentagon Property Academy, focusing on asset management within the multifamily sector. He discusses the importance of skill sets, fin...

Send us Fan Mail How can your professional development significantly impact your career, personal life, and those around you? In this inspiring episode, Josh Etress, a seasoned leader who transitioned from full-time Christian ministry into the tech and commercial real estate sectors, explores the profound impact of leadership training, the significance of building a culture within a company, and t...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to blend a rigorous military background with the dynamic real estate investment challenges, and how can others apply these principles to their careers? Today, our guest is Nap deCiutiis, a retired Navy Special Operations Master Chief turned real estate developer. The conversation reveals how Nap's disciplined military background and unique life philosophies...

Send us Fan Mail How the intricacies of short-term rental investments and lending can dramatically shift your real estate journey? In this episode, Parker Borofsky, an expert in short-term rental investments and lending, shares her journey as a mother, investor, and lender, revealing key insights into the nuances of investment real estate financing and the transformative impact of short-term renta...

Send us Fan Mail How can you achieve financial success while on vacation? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Lauren Aumond, Lauren is a podcast host and real estate investor based in Tampa Bay. She has a Finance degree from the University of Florida and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Boston University. Lauren and her husband reached financial independence at 33 and 30 y...

Send us Fan Mail Luke Carl loves rock and roll, but more than anything else, he loves being able to do what makes him happy. That is why he chose to pursue a career where he will become his own boss and make him happy. Searching for that something led him to real estate, and since then, he never turned back. [00:01 – 09:54] Who is Luke Carl? Luke talks about his background He shares how his real e...

Send us Fan Mail Diya Liu is the CEO of Welcome Capital, an STR & Hotel 506(c) Fund, an investment company in short-term rentals and hotels. She started with short-term rental investing but now owns 3 boutique hotels and a dozen STRs across the USA. She was a patent litigation attorney in her previous life and litigated multimillion patent cases. Tune in to this episode as Diya talks about her...

Send us Fan Mail Sarah Glidewell from The Karwells is an Airbnb investor, designer, and coach who focuses on teaching other hosts how to create properties with longevity. She has been absorbed by Airbnb and short-term rentals since 2018 when she started renting out her apartment to guests on weekends. Since then, she has dabbled in it all, from investing to consulting, arbitraging to designing, an...