Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing

What if you didn't have to buy your own property to turn it into a short-term rental investment? On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Michael Chang, co-founder and partner at TrustBNB Vacation Rentals and TrustBNB Capital. Michael is a New York-based investor who owns and operates a portfolio of short-term rentals in Philadelphia and the Tennessee Sm...

Most investors begin their careers with one asset class in mind but quickly find their niches as they progress. Today's guest is one such investor. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Mike Roeder, co-founder and managing partner at Granite Towers Equity Group. Mike oversees operations, acquisitions, investor relations, and asset management. Additionally...

Sometimes, a moment of clarity can lead you down a different career path—one that's both a better fit for what you want in life and that offers new opportunities. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Paul Thompson, a bestselling author, full-time real estate investor, coach, hard money lender, and host of The Wake Up Call podcast. He is also the founder...

As a new investor, you may not be prepared to take on the full risk of purchasing properties or buying into a syndication without experience. Fractional real estate investing could be the sweet spot you've been looking for. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Brian Davis, co-founder of Spark Rental. Spark Rental is an investing club that focuses on...

Crafting a lifestyle of freedom in your 40s may sound like an impossibly far-fetched goal, but today's guest is living out that goal and teaching others to do the same. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes guest Tony Lopes, CEO of Dirty Boots Capital, author of "Freedom at Risk," and real estate investor, consultant, professional, and macroeconomic enthusi...

Understanding where you are on The Wealth Elevator can help you figure out what it takes to get to the next floor on the wealth path. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Lane Kawaoka, author of "The Wealth Elevator," to the show. Lane is also CEO of The Wealth Elevator, focusing on real estate syndications, accredited investor banking, and tax strategies...

You may look at a distressed hotel and consider it an eyesore, but innovative real estate investors are turning them into properties with a purpose. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Alex Cartwright, Department Chair of the Management Department at Ferris State University and Principal at Hotel SHIFT, which specializes in hotel-to-apartment conversion...

It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you consider real estate investing, but those with training in the trades have a unique advantage as investors. They understand the day-to-day expenses of maintaining and running an asset better than most. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jered Sturm joins Jonathan to discuss his real estate investing venture in the...

While flipping, multifamily, and short-term rentals are some of the more popular real estate investing assets, land offers a vast blue ocean of untapped opportunities. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Clay Hepler, the Landman. Clay started his career with the intention of building a rental portfolio, but when things changed, he turned to land. To...

When COVID-19 hit, Zachary Gray's career as a personal trainer tanked. That's when he realized he needed a career that was less vulnerable to those kinds of economic factors. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Zachary Gray to the show. Zachary is a multifamily real estate investor who started his business about three years ago. He quickly scaled his busi...

While today's culture wants instant gratification, patience and the ability to wait can lead to rewarding dividends. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with his coach, Mike Schumm. Mike is a real estate investor and coach with over 35 years of experience. He is the co-founder of Profytz Coaching, an on-market coaching company. Mike has been Jonathan's c...

While creating a profit is the ultimate goal of real estate investing, when you prioritize people, you can make positive ripple effects throughout the community. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Loren Jacobs, co-founder of Arrows Capital Group in Nashville, Tennessee. Arrows Capital Group is committed to putting people at the forefront of investments...

Sometimes, the W-2 job isn't an option, and you have to look for alternatives. When Megan Ahern's husband was ready to exit the Marines, they knew they needed to look at alternate career paths. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Megan Ahern, a rebel turned real estate investor who's been steadily investing in Lincoln, Nebraska, since 2018 with her husb...

Creating trust with clients is essential to operating syndications and commercial investment properties. Building that trust is a cornerstone of long-term investing relationships. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Nic DeAngelo, president of Saint Investment Group. Saint Investment Group looks into large-scale distressed asset purchases and innovative sy...

Mindset could be your key to unlocking success in real estate investing. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes back Alyssa Holbrook, a master coach specializing in real estate investing, for a conversation on the power of mindset and strategic thinking. Alyssa shares her evolution from coaching small investors to high-net-worth individuals, highlighting the...

What if you could turn real estate into a vehicle for positive social change? On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Devana Came, a real estate investor passionate about creating high-quality sober living homes. From transparency with landlords to the fine line between profit and care, Devana offers her insights for those who want to make a meaningful impa...

Lisa Moore's path from a W-2 job to achieving time freedom with real estate investing is nothing short of inspirational. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Lisa to talk about how she created the life she wanted. Influenced early on by her mom's best friend, a top real estate agent, Lisa leaped into real estate investing when she moved to Utah. She...

Short-term rentals may be trendy in real estate investing, but creating comfortable corporate mid-term rentals can be just as lucrative with the right formula. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Vivian Yip, a public speaker, hospitality coach, mid-term rental entrepreneur, and the founder of Corporate Rentals USA by Hestia. Vivian is on a mission to be...

Working with a spouse or partner can be tough, but with the right systems in place and a clear vision for your future together, you can also create a healthy business relationship. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Tyler and Zosia Madden, the CEO and COO of Laurelless. They are real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and professional home flippers....

Real estate investing is often dull, but its lack of excitement is what leads to long-term success. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Dani Beit-Or, a real estate mogul who started his path as essentially financially illiterate. Dani is the founder and CEO of Simply Do It, a company dedicated to assisting busy individuals make remote real estate invest...

Single-family residential real estate may not be flashy, but it's still a great investment—especially when you choose turnkey properties. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Marco Santarelli. Marco is an entrepreneur, investor, author, speaker, podcaster, educator, and the founder and CEO of Norada Capital Management and Norada Real Estate Investments, th...

Becoming the go-to wholesaler in your market can take time, but it can also establish trust within your community, leading to referrals and consistently good business. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jeremy Beland and Dan Toback of REI Freedom join Jonathan to share how they train others to become the go-to cash buyers and wholesalers in their local markets. In additio...

Industrial flex space may not be at the top of your mind—especially if you're a new investor—but today's guest makes a compelling case for getting into this asset class. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Cody Payne, Senior Vice President at Colliers International in Fort Worth, Texas. Cody specializes in selling office industrial space and flex investme...

Home flipping might be the most well-known method for real estate investing, and while interest rates and home prices have pushed many investors out of the space and into others, some flippers are still making it work. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes guest Gabe Cole to the show. Gabe is a home flipper in Southern California, known as one of the most e...

Mid-term rentals are an often-overlooked asset class that is gaining steam with investors. When short-term rentals prove to be too much work, mid-term rentals could be the answer. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan's guest is Jamie Banks, a mid-term rental (MTR) investor who got her start with co-hosting. Jamie is also a multifamily investor and has quickly becom...