Raise the Bar

In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Devan Kline, founder and CEO of Burn Boot Camp, to unpack his journey from professional baseball to leading one of the fastest-growing fitness franchises in America. Devan shares how he transformed adversity into motivation, how faith and vision guide his leadership, and why building people, not just businesses, is the key to lasting su...

In this episode, Rob explains that he made his first million through Lone Star Capital’s core business model of buying, managing, and selling apartment communities. Acquisition fees provided upfront income, while successful exits produced carried interest once investors received their preferred return. Rob says his last million came the same way, simply through repeating the process at a larger sc...

In this episode, Rob Beardsley, CEO and founder of Lone Star Capital, joins Seth Bradley to unpack how he built a billion-dollar multifamily portfolio through disciplined operations, conservative projections, and long-term relationships. Rob explains the real challenges of property management, raising capital in today’s market, and why sticking to your values builds lasting success. Rob also share...

In this episode, Rob Beardsley, CEO and founder of Lone Star Capital, joins Seth Bradley to unpack how he built a billion-dollar multifamily portfolio through disciplined operations, conservative projections, and long-term relationships. Rob explains the real challenges of property management, raising capital in today’s market, and why sticking to your values builds lasting success. Rob also share...

In this episode, Chris Salerno shares his journey of making, growing, and planning his millions, all rooted in real estate. Chris explains how his first and last million came from different stages of real estate investing, including brokerage, fix-and-flip, and multifamily projects, and reveals his vision of expanding into business ventures and private equity development. Bullet Points and Higligh...

In this episode, Chris Salerno discusses the sacrifices and mindset required to reach the top 1%. He explains that success demands delayed gratification, disciplined priorities, and the willingness to forgo comfort and leisure in pursuit of long-term goals. Chris shares how he lived modestly in his twenties, reinvesting every dollar into marketing and business growth instead of lifestyle upgrades....

In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Chris Salerno, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and founder of QC Capital, to uncover how Chris built a multimillion-dollar real estate investment business from the ground up. Chris shares his journey from being a top-performing realtor to leading large-scale multifamily acquisitions, emphasizing the mindset shifts, leadership lesson...

In this episode, Seth Bradley and Jon Jasniak discuss Jon Jasniak’s ownership of his town, a 28-acre property that includes a motel, cafe, gift shop, and more. Jon Jasniak describes himself as the town’s "King" or mayor, managing it with about 10 employees. He leverages this unique asset for events, networking, and expanding his personal brand, often hosting investors and clients at the property....

In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Jon Jasniak, land investor, entrepreneur, and owner of an entire town in Texas. Jon Jasniak shares his journey from buying his first few acres of land to building a multi-million-dollar portfolio through subdivision and creative financing. Seth Bradley and Jon Jasniak discuss how Jon Jasniak uses social media and personal branding to at...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, an experienced real estate syndicator, attorney, and investor, who shares how he built his wealth across different stages of his career. Gene Trowbridge explains that his first million came from syndicating real estate deals, raising capital for projects that enriched both investors and himself. Seth Bradley and Gene Trowbridge discuss...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, who began his career in corporate tech after earning an Electrical Engineering degree and MBA, later transitioning into real estate and oil & gas investing. Today, Gene Trowbridge focuses on pre-drilled oil & gas wells that offer higher cash flow and strong tax advantages. Seth Bradley and Gene Trowbridge discuss how his analyti...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, a seasoned real estate investor and developer, who shares how he made, lost, and plans to make his next million. Michael Flight explains that his story begins with a value-add shopping center project early in his career, a challenging deal with vacant anchor tenants and environmental issues. After several years of redevelopment and refin...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with John Jasniak, described as a top 1% performer in his field, who shares insights into what separates him from others in the real estate and land development industry. John Jasniak explains that his defining trait is an extreme attention to detail, which he believes is critical for success. Unlike many developers who delegate operations or technical detai...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, who shares his personal and professional journey, touching on the pivotal moments that shaped his path. Michael Flight discusses how he originally wanted to become a Lutheran pastor but pivoted into business, using his “laziness” as a self-proclaimed superpower. Seth Bradley and Michael Flight reflect on overcoming imposter syndrome, the...

In this episode, Seth Bradley and Michael Flight discuss how his success in commercial real estate stems from decades of consistent “reps,” experience gained through countless deals, leases, and relationships since 1986. Michael Flight explains that this repetition allows him to instantly evaluate properties and markets with precision. His diverse background across nonprofits, advisory boards, and...

In this episode, Seth Bradley interviews Travis Smith, CEO of Tribevest, on the pivot to a compliance-first, turnkey infrastructure for capital aggregation in private deals. Seth Bradley and Travis Smith discuss how their partnership formed after a BVI event, why Tribevest allows independent capital aggregators to scale without building a back office, and what is actually working in today’s toughe...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Reed Goossens, who shares how he earned his first and most recent million, from humble beginnings to strategic diversification. Reed Goossens explains that his first million came through hard work in multifamily syndication and private equity, while his latest focus is building long-term value through a new CPA roll-up business. Seth Bradley and Reed Go...

In this episode, Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss how grit, consistency, and continuous learning are the keys to long-term success. Reed Goossens attributes his achievements to showing up daily, evolving constantly, and embracing discomfort. He shares that the biggest risk he ever took was moving to the United States with no set plan, a move that completely changed his life and career trajec...

In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Australian real estate entrepreneur and syndicator Reed Goossens for a deep dive into the current state of multifamily real estate, capital raising challenges, and lessons learned from recent market cycles. Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss why Reed Goossens believes now is still a great time to buy despite economic uncertainty, ci...

In this episode of Million Dollar Monday, Seth Bradley interviews Sandhya Seshadri about her journey to making her first, last, and next million dollars. Sandhya Seshadri shares that her first million came from trading stocks and options, leveraging stock options from her employer and learning to trade independently. Seth Bradley notes that while alternative investors often dismiss traditional mar...

In this episode,  Seth Bradley and Sandhya Seshadri, Seth Bradley asks what separates Sandhya Seshadri as a top 1% performer. Sandhya Seshadri shares that her resilience and fearlessness stem from humble beginnings, arriving with almost nothing, living frugally, and learning to rebuild from scratch. Sandhya Seshadri attributes her success to persistence, adaptability, and surrounding herself with...

In this episode, Sandhya Seshadri shares how she began in corporate tech with an Electrical Engineering degree and an MBA, then pivoted to real estate, and now oil & gas. In this episode, Seth Bradley speaks with Sandhya Seshadri, who explains why she focuses on pre-drilled, proven wells for stronger cash flow and tax advantages. Sandhya Seshadri details how she underwrites energy deals, inclu...

In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley and tax expert Tom Wheelwright discuss the intricacies of tax strategies for high-income professionals, particularly in the realm of real estate investments. Seth Bradley and Tom Wheelwright explore how to leverage tax incentives, the importance of depreciation, and the benefits of real estate syndications. Tom Wheelwright e...

In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with multifamily investor and coach Gino Barbero for a deep conversation on real estate investing, mindset, and values. Seth Bradley and Gino Barbero discuss the reality of today’s uncertain market and why deals are still possible if you stick to timeless frameworks like Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right. Gino Barbero emphasizes that choosing between sy...

In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley interviews Mikkel Thorup, founder of Expat Money. Seth Bradley and Mikkel Thorup discuss Mikkel Thorup’s unique journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful consultant for expatriates. Mikkel Thorup shares the benefits of living abroad, the importance of financial freedom, and various strategies for obtainin...