Capital Hacking

Scott Trench is an accomplished real estate investor, author, and podcaster, and CEO of BiggerPockets. In this episode, Scott joins us to talk about the world of financial independence and using frugality to build wealth. He shares how he initially became a part of the BiggerPockets community, and how he joined the team after meeting the founder Josh Dorkin. Scott teaches us his meaning of financial freedom, and how to use frugality as a tool by starting off small to achieve your goals. We also discuss BiggerPockets' influence on the real estate investing community, why it works so well, and where the community and the brand is headed next! Reference Links Scott Trench on BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/contributors/scotttrench First Time Home Buyer Book https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Your-Home-everything-should_about/dp/099758478 First-Time Home Buyer Bonus https://get.biggerpockets.com/homebuyerbonus/ Josh Dorkin on BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/biggerpo Mr. Money Mustache https://www.mrmoneymustache.com/

Steve Sims is a well-respected thought leader, keynote presenter, coach, podcaster, and author of the book “Bluefishing”. In this episode, we take a wild ride with Steve as he talks about how his anger and frustration with life projected him on a path to success. He went on to develop the first luxury experiential concierge service, which created an opportunity for him to work closely with many high profile entrepreneurs. Steve shares the fantastic story about his new book “Bluefishing'', and the meaning behind the name. We also discuss the importance of communication, connecting with people, and the power of successful masterminds. Steve details the importance of creating a well-structured mastermind by focusing more on solving an audience’s problems, rather than selling who’s on stage. Reference Links Steve’s Website https://www.stevedsims.com/ Entrepreneur's Advantage with Steve Sims Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/stevedsims The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday https://www.amazon.com/Obstacle-Way-Timeless-Turning-Triumph/dp/1591846358/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1618694734&sr=8-1 Joel Weldon http://www.successcomesincans.com/

Richard C. Wilson is the Founder and CEO of Family Office Club, which is the largest association in the family office wealth management industry. He is also the creator of Investor Club, which offers tax efficient income-focused investments. Richard joins us on the show again (he originally appeared in Episode 17), to talk to us about the future of investing with Investor Club. We learn about where the idea came from, how it fits into the Family Office Club universe, and how the deal structures introduce a new concept called the “gross revenue royalty payment”. We also cover topics on the Registered Investment Advisors (RIA) Community, broker dealers, and where the culture of Opportunity Zones is headed. Reference Links Family Office Club https://familyoffices.com/ Investor Club https://investorclub.com/ Centimillionaire Strategies by Richard WIlson https://www.amazon.com/Centimillionaire-Strategies-Challenges-Individuals-Breakthroughs/dp/B07ZQQ7CH8/

Dan Lesniak is an entrepreneur, condo developer with Hyperfast Development, and creator of the Hyperfast Academy. Dan joins us again a second time (he first appeared on Episode 26) to talk about how he became one of the top selling condo developers in the US. His team is slated to net over $800M in sales this year. He discusses his real estate strategy, how to build a good support system, and why the power of ‘build and flip’ is better in certain markets compared to renting. We also dive into what it’s like to invest with his team, as we break down the numbers on the cost of construction, selling, and maximizing returns. Reference Links Hyperfast Development https://hyperfastdevelopment.com/ Hyperfast Academy and Podcast https://hyperfastagent.com/ The HyperLocal HyperFast Real Estate Agent Book https://www.amazon.com/HyperLocal-HyperFast-Real-Estate-Agent-ebook/dp/B06XBMRXVF Grid Community https://www.gridinvestor.com/lead Dan’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedanlesniak/ Dan’s Facebook https://www.facebook.com/iamdanlesniak Gobundance https://www.gobundance.com/

Pat Quinn is a world renowned presentation coach and member of Advance Your Reach. In this episode we learn all about how to create an impactful live presentation that will motivate your audience to take action. Pat takes us through the ‘4 Parts’ of making an effective presentation that will help create the highest conversion rates. We also learn about the importance of speaking your audience’s language, telling emotional stories, and how to create a call to action that targets both tactical and emotional decision makers. Plus, learn how to get your free copy of the “The 15 Key Ingredients of a Signature Talk”! Reference Links Advance Your Reach https://advanceyourreach.com/ The 15 Key Ingredients of a Signature Talk https://advanceyourreach.com/15-Key-Ingredients/ How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnagie https://www.amazon.com/How-win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/8189297813/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=Dale+Carnagie&qid=1617922157&sr=8-7 The Ultimate Sales Machine by Chet Holmes https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Sales-Machine-Turbocharge-Relentless/dp/1591842158/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1617922199&sr= Influence by Robert B. Cialdini https://www.amazon.com/Influence-Robert-B-Cialdini-audiobook/dp/B01KWAPHAK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=robert+chaldini+influence&qid=1617922241&s=books&sr=1-1 To Sell Is Human by Daniel H. Pink https://www.amazon.com/To-Sell-Is-Human-Daniel-H-Pink-audiobook/dp/B00AE9V9MA/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=To+Sell+Is+Human+by+Daniel+Pink&qid=1617922307&sr=8-2 Messengers by Stephen Martin https://www.amazon.com/Messengers-Who-Listen-Dont-Why/dp/1541724380

Kim Daly has been a franchise consultant for almost 20 years, and has coached both franchisees and franchisors in how to build a thriving business. In this episode, Kim talks all about this niche investment opportunity and how she got started as a consultant. We learn why franchising is so important as an investment, who it’s best for, and how it goes way beyond just food and retail. Kim also discusses how a well-managed franchise can survive during COVID, the process of buying or selling a franchise, and how to finance one, including through a qualified retirement account! Reference Links The Daly Coach - Website https://thedalycoach.com/ The Daly Coach - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUJB6d4Efu5-DUFXraRdAIA Kim’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalykim

Brian Beers is a real estate investor, podcaster, and successful franchise business owner, including the legendary Midas auto repair centers. In this episode we talk about what is like buying, running, and growing a franchise as a family business. We discuss the pros and cons, costs involved, running a service during the pandemic, and building a strong team around your core values. Brain is also a part of GoBundance, and talks about how being a part of that community has changed how he approaches being a manager and investor. He’s also starting a new podcast called Business with Beers, where he covers topics about what he’s learned along the way building businesses. Be sure to follow him on social media for the official launch! Reference Links Brian’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/briantbeers/ Brian’s Twitter https://twitter.com/midasphilly?lang=en The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly https://www.amazon.com/The-Dream-Manager-Matthew-Kelly-audiobook/dp/B004OBTWUU/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1616528242&sr=8-2 GoBundance https://www.gobundance.com/

Fred Moskowitz is an entrepreneur, investor, and an expert in real estate note investing. He is also the author of the new book “The Little Green Book of Note Investing”. Fred joins us on the show for a second time to talk about this alternative investment asset class and how it can benefit you. We define what alternative investing is and how it compares to Wall Street, and look at active vs passive investment approaches. Fred then tells all about his new book and what it covers. We dive in deep into what real estate notes are, how they work, and discuss real estate note funds as a passive investment strategy. Don’t forget to stick around to the end to learn how you can get your free gift from Fred! Reference Links Fred’s Website https://www.fredmoskowitz.com/

Shay Wheat is a certified corporate event planner and owner of Grace and Ease Productions. In this episode, Shay takes us through the world of event planning and how it can help your business to make new connections and build customers. We crack the code on how to create a successful virtual event that’s engaging for your audience. Shay teaches us when it's the right time for your business to do an event, and how to provide value in what you can offer. Don’t forget to stay to the end to learn about how you get your free Top 10 Virtual Event Tips! Reference Links Shay’s Website https://shaywheat.com/ Event Profit Identifier https://shaywheat.com/gift-event-profit-identifier/ Top 10 Virtual Event Tips https://shaywheat.com/tips/ Pete Vargas - Advance Your Reach https://advanceyourreach.com/

Alex Felice is a real estate investor and mentor with Broke is a Choice, co-host of the Military to Millionaire Podcast, and a producer and content creator for BiggerPockets. He has invested in several single family, multifamily, and syndication deals all while learning on the way. In this episode, Alex walks us through some of his deals, his missteps, how he was able to raise capital and get out of massive debt. We also learn about how he got involved with the BiggerPockets community, and how he was able to build the right team by leveraging all of his skills. Reference Links Alex’s Website https://www.brokeisachoice.com/ Alex Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AlexanderFelice From Military to Millionaire Podcast https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/podcast-episodes/ BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/

Nick Medina is a serial entrepreneur and real estate investor. He’s the founder of telecom company M2 Group, and the owner of The Motor Lodge motel in Prescott, Arizona. In this episode, Nick takes us through his real estate journey in multifamily properties and his newly acquired motel. We learn about the advantage real estate has over the stock market, and how to use cost segregation and the 1031 exchange for tax planning. Nick also gives us the lowdown on how he runs his motel, and how his telecom business helps other hotels and multifamily properties. We then get into how Nick and Josh met through GoBundance and the value it has added to their lives. Reference Links Nick’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/public-profile/in/nickmedina The Motor Lodge https://www.themotorlodge.com/ GoBundance https://www.gobundance.com/

Jerome Myers is a multifamily real estate investor with Myer’s Development Group, a coach, and host of the popular podcasts Dream Catchers and Multifamily Missteps. In this episode Jerome shares his journey into real estate after becoming frustrated with working for Corporate America. He talks about the challenges he faced getting into real estate with no experience, and what it was like securing his first deal. Jerome also discusses finding a partner while having a limited skill set, and how to seek funding when you don’t want to be a syndicator. Reference Links Jerome’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromemyers Myer’s Development Group https://www.d3v3loping.com/ Multifamily Missteps Podcast https://www.d3v3loping.com/multifamily-missteps-podcast/ Dream Catchers Podcast https://www.d3v3loping.com/dreamcatchers-podcast/

Chuck Pettid is the CEO of Republic crowdfunding portal, a platform for investment opportunities in startups, gaming, real estate, and crypto. In this episode, Chuck talks about how this platform offers a different kind of fundraising model for companies and investors. He walks us through how a company would go about getting funding through Republic, the services it provides, and how campaigns are structured. We learn about the newer Regulation CF, how it differs from Regulation A, and what the rules are when it comes to soliciting funding. Chuck also discusses how the qualification of an “accredited investor” is changing and what it could mean for you as an investor. Reference Links Republic Crowdfunding Portal https://republic.co/ Republic Real Estate Co-Heads Janine janine@republicreal.com Jesse jesse@republicreal.com

Jim Pfeifer is a passive real estate investor and the founder of Left Field Investors, a community designed to educate and bring passive investors together. In this episode, Jim talks about how he switched from Wall Street to Main Street after years of being a financial advisor and a reinsurance specialist. We learn about the different real estate options for passive investors, the tax advantages of investing through self-directed IRAs and self-directed 401(k)s, and the process of hard money lending. Jim also walks us through his current portfolio and the types of deals he’s looking for next. Reference Links Jim’s Email jim@leftfieldinvestors.com Left Field Investors https://leftfieldinvestors.com/

Financial Advisor Andy Wang from Runnymede Capital Management and the popular Inspired Money Podcast, returns to our show to talk about the recent GameStop stock phenomena. Andy gives us a breakdown about what happened and how this event could change the future of Wall Street regulation. We speculate about what GameStop can do from a business perspective in this unprecedented situation. We also learn about the definition of “return of equity” and how a business goes about projecting its earnings. Reference Links Runnymede Capital Management https://www.runnymede.com/ Inspired Money Podcast https://www.runnymede.com/inspired-money/

Alex Breshears is a military spouse the founder of Infinite Road Investment, a private lender that connects investors. She is also the creator of the Private Lending Lessons Facebook group, which aims to teach others the world of raising capital. In this episode, Alex talks about how her constant moving as a military family combined with her love for horses created her calling to be a syndicator and private lender. We also walk through what it's like developing a business plan for an equestrian facility, and we learn why it was so important for Alex to want to teach others passive investing and capital raising. Reference Links Infinite Road Investments https://infiniteroadinvestments.com/ Private Lending Lessons Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/privatelendinglessons/ The Hands-Off Investor by Brian Burke https://www.amazon.com/Hands-Off-Investor-Insiders-Investing-Syndications/dp/B08779W5QT/ Robert Kiyosaki’s Cashflow Game https://www.richdad.com/products/cashflow-classic Dave Ramsey https://www.daveramsey.com/

Gene Guarino is a master of residential assisted living real estate. He is also a trainer, presenter, and owner of the RAL Academy and Majestic Residences franchise. In this episode, Gene talks about how he got into the space of creating residential senior assisted living, and then how developed the RAL (Residential Assisted Living) Academy to teach others. Gene has also created a franchise called Majestic Residences for converting these types of properties. We learn about what it's like to create and run a franchise and who this type of investment is for. As a bonus, don’t forget to listen at the end to learn how to get a free copy of his book “Blueprint”! Reference Links RAL Academy http://ral101.com/ Majestic Residences Franchise System https://majesticresidences.com/ Pitch Masters Academy https://pitchmastersacademy.com/ Real Estate Guys Radio https://realestateguysradio.com/ BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/

Amanda Holmes is the CEO of Chet Holmes International, a company founded by her father, the late and legendary sales strategist Chet Holmes. Chet was also the author of the book “The Ultimate Sales Machine”, which Amanda is currently updating. In this episode, Amanda shares many amazing sales strategies with us. We learn the “seven steps of making a sale” and how to build a rapport with prospects. Amanda also stresses the importance of developing a core story for your business and why you need to share it with your sales team. We also discuss the “Dream 100” strategy, the “CEO bunt”, and the “Buyers Pyramid” and how you can implement them to double your sales immediately. Reference Links Chet Holmes International https://chetholmes.com/ Chet Holmes Free Resources https://chetholmes.com/resources/

We have a big announcement to make! We are excited to introduce to you a brand new show we are launching called Wealth Building with Friends. This new show is a round table discussion hosted by couples Josh & Melanie McCallen, and Usha Patel & Bob Wells, where we have thoughtful conversations with everyday, hardworking families as we discuss the experiences that have been the touchstones of our unique journeys to financial freedom. In this episode, we replay our official Facebook Live announcement for Wealth Building with Friends. We feature many special guests as we talk about this new format and cover topics that will be exciting for all kinds of investors. So please subscribe to our new show and join us at the table! Reference Links Wealth Building with Friends https://anchor.fm/wealth-building-friends

Jeremy Goodrich is a property and business insurance expert. He is the owner of Shine Insurance and host of the REI Clarity Podcast. In this episode Jeremy tells us everything we need to know to properly insure our businesses. We review all the different types of insurance and coverage including “Property and Casualty”, plus how they work in various circumstances. Jeremy also discusses the difference between an agent and a broker, and how to go about finding a quality agent who understands your needs and can provide you options. We also get into what insurance programs are, the typical mistakes property investors make when buying insurance, and why it’s never a good idea to under insure a property. Reference Links Shine Insurance https://www.shineinsurance.com/ Shine Insurance YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGO-atb8JOo7usmRuVzG-BA REI Clarity Podcast https://reiclarity.com/

David Iglewicz is a powerhouse of energy real estate investor. He is also a passionate coach, mentor, and a pediatric dentist! In this episode, we drill in deep with David as he explores his “why” as an investor after dealing with some life-changing events. He feels a strong passion for wanting to share what he realized about real estate investing, and it’s become his life’s mission to teach others. We also learn about dealing with the fear mindset, and how not to depend on Wall Street for your financial future. This episode was recorded at PodMAX, an event where entrepreneurs can broadcast their message and brand on top rated podcasts in their industry. Reference Links David’s Email Prostoigllc@gmail.com Prostoig Capital https://prostoig.com/ Dentalpreneur Podcast https://www.truedentalsuccess.com/the-dentalpreneur-podcast/ Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Dad-Robert-T-Kiyosaki-audio/dp/B008BUHTLE/ Biggerpockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/

Kendall Bazan is the VP of Marketing for Fund That Flip, a marketplace providing short term loans and investment funds for real estate investors. In this episode, Kendall talks about her passion for marketing and wanting to communicate with people after living and studying abroad. We then get into the nuts and bolts of Fund That Flip, how it works, the types of investors it's for, and the funds they offer. We also analyse a use case, as Kendall walks us through how one might use their services to fund a real estate investment. Kendall then leaves us some tips on how to think about marketing in an effective way. This episode was recorded at PodMAX, an event where entrepreneurs can broadcast their message and brand on top rated podcasts in their industry. Reference Links Kendall’s Email kendall@fundthatflip.com Fund That Flip https://fundthatflip.com/ Fund That Flip Blog https://learn.fundthatflip.com/

Hal Elrod is world renowned keynote speaker and author of The Miracle Morning. He also recently published a new book The Miracle Equation, and created a documentary for the Miracle Morning movement. In this episode, Hal talks about how he found his calling to educate and inspire others after a tragic accident nearly took his life. He created the Miracle Morning routine and associated book that eventually sparked a worldwide movement. We also learn about how achieving goals isn’t about the goal itself, but how it creates a better version of you over time. Hal also discusses the importance of self analysis, creating realistic affirmations, and having accountability for your goals. Reference Links The Miracle Morning https://miraclemorning.com The Miracle Equation https://www.amazon.com/The-Miracle-Equation-Hal-Elrod-audiobook/dp/B07KRNKR9M/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= The Miracle Morning Documentary https://miraclemorning.com/movie/

Chris Miles is known as the “anti-financial advisor” and is host of the popular podcast the Chris Miles Money Show. He is also an entrepreneur, real estate investor, coach, and co-author of the book Entrepreneur on Fire. In this episode, we talk about how to become financially free by moving away from Wall Street and creating residual streams of income. Chris dives into the numbers and shows how maxing out retirement contributions still doesn’t build wealth. We also get insights on his “Seven Secrets to Free Up Cash Today”, and the most popular investments his clients are looking for right now. Reference Links Chris Miles Money Show https://www.blogtalkradio.com/moneyripples Money Ripples https://moneyripples.com/ Entrepreneur on Fire https://www.eofire.com/ Who Took My Money by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dads-Who-Took-My-Money-audiobook/dp/B00B1NI6WO The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz https://www.amazon.com/Pumpkin-Plan-Strategy-Remarkable-Business/dp/B082FQGMWZ/

Peter Lehrman is the Founder of Axial, an online network that provides resources for professional investors who are looking to acquire lower middle market companies. In this episode, Peter discusses the world of private equity and how Axial works between buyers and sellers. We also learn about the challenges of buying a small business, how the current economy has affected the landscape, and how Axial’s marketing tools can help alleviate the time and cost of an acquisition. Peter then leaves us with important tips on what an entrepreneur should consider when thinking about buying a small business. Reference Links Axial Networks https://www.axial.net/ Middle Market Review Digital Publication https://www.axial.net/forum/ Article: Covid’s Silver Lining for American Capital Markets https://www.axial.net/forum/covid-19s-silver-lining-for-american-capital-markets/ Biz Buy Sell https://www.bizbuysell.com/

Christian Allen is the Founder and CEO of the strategic planning firm Money Insights, and author of the book Money Insights for Physicians. In this episode, we dive into the world of whole life insurance as an alternative investment and who it’s best for. Christian talks about his “Investment Optimizer” system that uses dividend paying whole life insurance to give better returns for cashflow investors. We also run the numbers on how to move from high income to high net worth using this strategy! Reference Links Money Insights https://moneyinsights.net/ High Net Worth Assessment Form http://f3assessment.com.pages.services/docs/

Joey Mure and Russ Morgan are founders of Wealth Without Wall Street community and hosts of the popular podcast. In this episode, we find out why it was so important for them to put this community together and teach the foundations of financial freedom. We learn the formula for how to become financially free, and not live by the rules of Wall Street. Joey and Russ also discuss how to look at money differently, creating passive income streams, and why it's important to join a community of like-minded investors. As a bonus, Capital Hacking fans will also be given an opportunity to get free access to the Wealth Without Wall Street community at the end of the show! Reference Links Wealth Without Wall Street https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/ Wealth Without Wall Street - Capital Hacking Special Access https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/capitalhacking Wealth Without Wall Street - Infinite Banking Community https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/infinite-banking Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/9/

Matt Rodak is the Founder of CEO of Fund That Flip, a firm that focuses on raising capital for the residential rehab loan market, as well as online investing for peer-to-peer lenders. In this episode, Matt talks about how his entrepreneurial journey started when he worked in the corporate world building business for someone else. We then learn about how he started Fund That Flip, and why it was the best solution for him. Matt also gives the basics on getting into house flipping for beginners, and how to leverage your strengths in real estate investing. Reference Links Fund that Flip https://fundthatflip.com/ Quitter: Closing the Gap Between Your Day Job & Your Dream Job by Jon Acuff https://www.amazon.com/Quitter-Closing-Between-Your-Dream/dp/B00VN01CBM/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1603921410&sr=8-2 MidAtlantic Summit https://midatlanticsummit.com/

Carol and J Scott are a dynamic duo running several family businesses, and also host the popular Bigger Pockets Business Podcast. In this episode, Carol and J take us back to how they met and started their entrepreneurial journey together after both leaving Silicon Valley. We learn about what it’s like investing as a family team, defining your roles, and taking risks by embracing the worst case scenario. J also talks about the difference between starting a business vs buying a business, and how they can create more income streams. Reference Links Bigger Pockets Business Podcast https://www.biggerpockets.com/biggerpockets-business-podcast The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits.html How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie https://www.amazon.com/Friends-Influence-People-Illustrated-International-ebook/dp/B08H8BXYX5/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1603656081&sr=8-3 Walker Deibel https://www.score.org/author/walker-deibel

Mat Sorensen is a real estate investor, co-host of the Mainstreet Business Podcast, and an attorney with KKOS Lawyers. He is also the author of the best-selling The Self Directed IRA Handbook. In this episode we are joined by our friend Scott Bindas and talk to Mat about investing in real estate through retirement accounts. Mat is an expert in the Self Directed IRA space, and gives us an introduction on the history of these accounts and how they can be used for alternative investments. He breaks down how to set one up and buy property through it. We then dive into the world of the Solo 401K, who qualifies for one and how it could be used instead of a Self Directed account. Mat also compares UBIT (unrelated business income tax) and UDFI (unrelated debt-financed income) in relation to these retirement accounts. Reference Links KKOS Lawyers https://kkoslawyers.com/ The Self Directed IRA Handbook https://www.amazon.com/Self-Directed-IRA-Handbook-Authoritative-ebook/dp/B00HLNSMU4/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1603483458&sr=1-2 Mainstreet Business Podcast https://tunein.com/podcasts/Legal/Main-Street-Business-p1059552/

Rod Khleif is a real estate investor, author, mentor, and podcast host who is passionate about giving back. He has owned over 2,000 properties, and is one of the country’s top real estate trainers. In this episode Rod talks about the importance of finding true fulfillment after he made millions in real estate and then lost it all. He talks about setting your “goals on steroids”,  how to write them and work towards achieving them. We also learn a lesson on success vs fulfillment, and how giving back is more important than owning expensive things. Rod then gives us an overview of his multifamily real estate education program and why it's important to always be learning. Reference Links Real Estate with Rod https://rodkhleif.com/ Multifamily Virtual Bootcamp https://members.lifetimecashflowacademy.com/presell-page1584645359973\ How to Create Lifetime CashFlow Through Multifamily Properties by Rod Khleif https://www.amazon.com/Lifetime-CashFlow-Through-Multifamily-Properties-ebook/dp/B07RV5ZRQV/ Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware https://www.amazon.com/Top-Five-Regrets-Dying-Transformed-ebook/dp/B07KNRLY1L/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1602516280&sr=1-1 Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Publication-Foundation-ebook/dp/B07P896HSJ/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1602516233&sr=1-1-spons

Paul Moore is a managing partner from Wellings Capital, and is a top contributor on BiggerPockets. He is also an expert in the alternate investing  space,  specializing in storage facilities and mobile home parks. In this episode, we learn all about using 1031 Exchanges effectively, uncover what a Delaware Statutory Trusts (DST) is, and the type of investor it is for! Reference Links Wellings Capital https://www.wellingscapital.com/ DST Special Report https://www.wellingscapital.com/resources Paul on BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/contributors/paulmoore Real Estate Guys Radio https://realestateguysradio.com/

John Fortes is a real estate syndicator, fund manager, and host of the Passive Investor Show. In this episode, John breaks down everything we need to know about getting started as a passive real estate investor through syndications. He talks about the key players involved, and why it’s important to have a strong team. We go through the process of how the money moves in a real estate fund, what investors should look for in a deal, vehicles to invest through, and the difference between 506(b) and 506(c) syndications. Reference Links John Fortes Website http://johnfortes.com/ Passive Investor Show https://johnfortes.com/category/the-passive-investor-show/ Projected Returns Investment Tracker https://invest.johnfortes.com/projectedreturns BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/ Jake & Gino Investing Education https://jakeandgino.com/

Mark Kohler is a serial entrepreneur. He is a CPA, attorney, business advisor, podcast host, and best selling author. In this episode, we take a very deep dive into the world of real estate depreciation and how to use it’s tax benefits to your advantage. We also learn about investing through Roth IRAs, health savings accounts, syndications, and strategies for equity stripping. Reference Links Mark’s Website https://markjkohler.com/ KKOS Lawyers https://kkoslawyers.com/ What Your CPA Isn’t Telling You Book https://markjkohler.com/products/what-your-cpa-isnt-telling-you/

Ellis Hammond is the owner and creator of the Kingdom REI Podcast, and author of Mission of Multifamily, a free ebook on how to get started in multifamily investing. In this episode, Ellis shares with us how he started as an entrepreneur building communities of faith, and how he found his calling for property investing. We learn about the value of what multifamily brings to the community, and why good neighbors are more powerful than amenities. Ellis also walks us through what he defines as “triple bottom line investing”, and discusses his new book. Listen for details on how to get your free copy! Reference Links Ellis’ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellishammond/ Mission of Multifamily https://missionofmultifamily.com/ Kingdom REI Podcast https://thekingdomrei.com/ True Multifamily Podcast https://www.truemultifamily.show/

Bill Allen is the CEO, owner, and podcast host of the 7 Figure Flipping. He is also the creator of Flip Hacking Live, a conference that teaches people how to build success with house flipping. In this episode, Bill walks us through what the business of flipping looks like. We learn about raising money, finding the right investors, and do a sample role play on how to vet a potential investor and find the right deal for their investment goals. Bill then takes us through what Flip Hacking Live is, and who would benefit most from this conference. Reference Links 7 Figure Flipping https://7figureflipping.com/ Flip Hacking Live https://fliphackinglive.com/

Andrew Cushman is a multifamily real estate investor expert, owner of Vantage Point Acquisitions, and facilitator of the Multifamily Accelerator Mastermind. In this episode, Andrew talks about how he got into multifamily investing and gives advice on how to get started in real estate. We learn about what to look for in a deal, the different types of real estate classes, and the benefits of syndications and how they compare to mutual funds. Andrew also provides insight on how the “1% Rule” applies to multifamily properties and how to navigate a cap rate valuation. Reference Links Vantage Point Acquisitions https://www.vpacq.com/ Andrew on BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/AndrewC58 Andrew on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cushman-959471a Gobundance https://www.gobundance.com/

Steven Rodi is the president and creator of the tech company Innovative Development. In this episode Steve talks about why he had to start his own company and how important it is to take risks to build the life you deserve. We also dive in deep about when to properly take a loan against your IRA, the meaning of “shared capitalism”, and finding the right investments for you. Reference Links Innovative Development https://idediscovery.com/

Alina Trigub is known as the “Passive Investor Whisperer” and is the founder of SAMO Financial group. She is a real estate syndication pro, and educator, and coach. In this episode, Alina talks about the power of networking and connecting people. We also learn the importance of having an emergency fund, and why you need to educate yourself before investing. Alina also walks us through what priorities to consider when analysing a real estate syndication deal. Reference Links Alina’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinatrigub/ SAMO Financial https://www.samofinancial.com/media/ How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/B08BW5MTWY/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1600374022&sr=83 The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason https://www.amazon.com/The-Richest-Man-in-Babylon-audiobook/dp/B07V3LR2ZZ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1600374055&sr=1-1

Robert Leonard is a real estate investor and a top podcaster who hosts popular shows Millennial Investing and Real Estate Investing. In this episode, Robert shares some incredible investing tips, and talks about his journey from turning motocross professional to entrepreneur. He also shares his personal plans for investing, gives his top 3 pieces of advice for millennial investors, and shows how to reverse engineer the cost of your dream lifestyle. Reference Links Rober’s Email robert@theinvestorspodcast.com Robert’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therobertleonard/ Millennial Investing Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1477323816 Real Estate Investing Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1488114506 BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/ 4 Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss https://www.amazon.com/The-4-Hour-Workweek-audiobook/dp/B000PKG4DM/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1600303794&sr=8-1

Jen Josey is a real estate investor, broker, speaker, and mastermind coach. She is the founder of the REIGN (Real Estate Investor Growth Network) Mastermind, and co-founder of Jolific Homes Real Estate Investments and The Acorn Agency brokerage firm. In this episode Jen talks about how she got into real estate due to her love of house flipping shows on HGTV. She also discusses how to creatively market and brand yourself to find your ideal investment properties. We also take a deep dive into the REIGN Mastermind as Jen breaks down the different parts of the program and who would benefit from it the most! This episode was recorded at PodMAX Global, an event where entrepreneurs can broadcast their message and brand on top rated podcasts in their industry. Reference Links Jen Josey’s Website https://www.therealjenjosey.com/ REIGN Mastermind https://www.reignmastermind.com/masterminds Jolific Homes Real Estate Investments https://www.jolific.com/ The Acorn Agency https://www.theacornagency.com/ Jack Canfield Success Coaching https://www.jackcanfield.com/coaching/ PodMAX https://podmax.co/

Bridger Pennington is the founder of Black Bridge Capital, a privately run debt fund. He is also the founder and podcast host of Investment Fund Secrets. In this episode, Bridger takes us through his journey of becoming a fund manager and why he started his own investment fund. We dissect what a fund is and how to find the right investors. Bridger also walks us through the process of FTC filings and how the laws work. However, Bridger’s biggest passion is wanting to teach others about this niche industry. So hang on tight to find out how you get a free copy of his introduction to fund investment training. This episode was recorded at PodMAX Global, an event where entrepreneurs can broadcast their message and brand on top rated podcasts in their industry. Reference Links Investment Fund Secrets https://www.investmentfundsecrets.com/ Bridger Pennington’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bridger_pennington/ Grant Cardone https://grantcardone.com/ PodMax https://podmax.co/

Melanie Finnegan is an expert of tax lien investing and is the owner of Tax Lien Wealth Solutions. Melanie shares with us her incredible journey of how a tragedy early in her life inspired her to touch people’s lives. We learn about how she got into the tax lien business and we dissect in detail how it works. Melanie also gives us a use case taking us through the entire process as we learn who the ideal investor is for this type of alternative asset. This episode was recorded at PodMAX Global, an event where entrepreneurs can broadcast their message and brand on top rated podcasts in their industry. Reference Links Tax Lien Process https://taxlienprocess.com/ Tax Lien Wealth Solutions https://taxlienwealthsolutions.com/ PodMax https://podmax.co/

Dawn Berry is an empowerment coach and independent business owner. In this episode she shares her incredible journey as to how she was given the opportunity to acquire an operating business and run a local cafe. She walks us through the process regarding the transfer of ownership and how the deal was financed. After running the cafe for some time and getting to know her customers, she was inspired to become an empowerment coach and provides advice for empty nesters. We learn about what empowerment is, why the coaching industry is growing, and the best rules to seeking out a reputable coach. This episode was recorded at PodMAX Global, an event where entrepreneurs can broadcast their message and brand on top rated podcasts in their industry. Reference Links Dawn M Berry - Certified Life Coach http://dawnmberry.com/ PodMax https://podmax.co/

John Paul Kilduff is a real estate investor, coach, and serial entrepreneur. He is the Director of Operations for Anchored Homes, a residential redeveloper. He is the owner of social media management company Social Soaring, and contact information finder Best Skip Tracer. In this episode John discusses his calling while working for the Coast Guard and learning how discipline allowed him to see opportunities. He also talks about his time with the training program FortuneBuilders and how it influenced his success. We then learn about the importance of coaching and leveraging people’s strengths to grow your business. This episode was recorded at PodMAX Global, an event where entrepreneurs can broadcast their message and brand on top rated podcasts in their industry. Reference Links Anchored Homes https://anchoredhomes.com/ Social Soaring https://socialsoaring.com/ Best Skip Tracer https://bestskiptracer.com/ FortuneBuilders https://www.fortunebuilders.com/ PodMax https://podmax.co/

Tom Schwab is the founder of Interview Valet, a podcast guest marketing agency that focuses on leveraging podcast interviews to drive a customer’s sales and marketing strategy. Tom gets into the nuts and bold of how it works and the ideal clients it is best for. We also talk about how podcasting adds to the value of your marketing plan, and where he thinks the industry is headed for the future. Reference Links Interview Valet https://interviewvalet.com/capitalhacking/ Podcast Guest Profits Book https://www.amazon.com/PODCAST-GUEST-PROFITS-interview-2016-12-24/dp/0998280607/

Cardwell Thaxton is the founder of the Cardwell Thaxton Group, a real estate redevelopment company. In this episode Cardwell takes us through his real estate journey and talks about how he first got started as an appraiser. He eventually moved into property redevelopment and discusses the importance of finding a good mentor, surrounding yourself around the right people, and the influence of the Bigger Pockets community. Cardwell also offers advice on buying your first redevelopment project and theorizes his ideal property and how he would raise the capital for it. Reference Links Cardwell’s Email CardwellThaxton@gmail.com Cardwell Thaxton  Group https://www.cardwellbuymyhouseplease.com/ Matt Faircloth https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/mfaircloth Bigger Pockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/ Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429X

Jon Stoddard is an expert at raising capital. He is the creator of InvestorAttractionSecrets.com and MillionDollarPitchDeck.com. We dive in deep with Jon as he talks about how to find key investors and raise funds. He discusses the importance of having a solid pitch deck and how to articulate deals. We also get into best practices for building a strong network on LinkedIn and finding investors there. Jon then gives us a detailed look at the policies and regulations around crowdfunding. Reference Links Jon’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonstoddard Investor Attraction Secrets https://www.investorattractionsecrets.com/ MillionDollarPitchDeck.com https://www.milliondollarpitchdeck.com/ Start Engine Crowdfunding https://www.startengine.com/ MicroVentures Crowdfunding https://microventures.com/ Net Capital Crowdfunding https://netcapital.com/

Jordan Paris is an author, entrepreneur, thought leader and host of the popular Growth Mindset University Podcast. In this episode, Jordan gives us inside tips on running a podcast and the best plan of action for finding sponsors. We then dive in deep with navigating social media as an entrepreneur, and where to find your community. Jordan gives us tips on the power of LinkedIn, and how to network and grow your following. We also discuss how to create a path for developing your personal brand. Reference Links Jordan’s Website https://jordanparis.com/ Young and Profiting with Hala Taha https://youngandprofiting.com/ David Parrell Twitter https://twitter.com/david_perell Jordan Harbinger https://www.jordanharbinger.com/ Jim Kwik https://jimkwik.com/ Mark Metry https://www.markmetry.com/

John Lincoln is a top digital marketing strategy expert and CEO at Ignite Visibility. In this episode John teaches us the ins and outs of current trends in digital marketing. He talks about how the Ignite Visibility business model works, and how to build a good digital marketing strategy for your brand. John also discusses his new book “The Forecaster Method”, how to predict marketing trends for the future, and the changing world of social media platforms and search engines. Reference Links Ignite Visibility https://ignitevisibility.com/ The Forecaster Method Book https://ignitevisibility.com/the-forecaster-method/ Roland Frasier’s Business Lunch Podcast https://businesslunchpodcast.com/

Deborah Razo is a real estate investor and creator of the Women's Real Estate Network. Deborah got her start as an investor after suffering from a tragic accident and realizing she needed a life change to create passive income. As an introvert, she had to learn effective networking, and surrounded herself around leading people in the industry. We learn about the importance of applying creativity to your investing approach, having an investment philosophy, and why Deborah wanted to create a community for women investors. Reference Links Deborah Razo http://deborahrazo.com/ Women's Real Estate Network (WREN) https://wreninspires.com/ Real Estate Guys Radio https://realestateguysradio.com/ Tony Robbins https://www.tonyrobbins.com/

Rocky Lalvani is a business and finance coach who uses the Profit Comes First methodology designed by entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz. It is Rocky’s mission to educate businesses about how to be financially responsible. He breaks down the principles behind Profit Comes First as he talks about the book and training process. We discuss why it’s important to take a profit first for your business, and how much, as we break down the numbers. Rocky also highlights why it’s also beneficial to get your employees to understand your profits as well. Reference Links Profit Comes First http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Profit Comes First Podcast http://profitcomesfirst.com/podcast/ Dave Ramsey https://www.daveramsey.com/ Mike Michalowicz https://mikemichalowicz.com/

Cheryl Herrick is the founder of PTR Consulting, a company that offers analysis and solutions for businesses to help improve their internal processes and efficiencies. Cherly talks about the importance of understanding human psychology in business, and how to create a foundation for making a business more efficient. We also do a role playing scenario with Cheryl where she takes us through how to make customer calls more practical across a team. This episode was recorded at PodMAX Global. Reference Links PTR Consulting http://www.ponytailracing.com/our-programs/ Leadership Principles by W. Edwards Deming https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AK8FCEG/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0 The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber https://www.amazon.com/The-E-Myth-Revisited-audiobook/dp/B00094F0ES/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1595363208&sr=1-2

Kevin Dugan is the managing director of Altus Investment Group, a real estate investment company that specializes in turnkey properties. In this episode Kevin teaches us all about turnkey investing and walks us through the process of finding hot markets and the right homes to buy. He also breaks down a typical deal, who this investment is for, and how to find good renters. Kevin then discusses his involvement with the MultiFamily Masters Meetup, the premise behind it, and how its international reach teaches people in other countries about investing in the US market. This episode was recorded at PodMAX Global. Reference Links Kevin Dugan on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/KevinKDugan1 Altus Investment Group https://www.altusig.com/ MultiFamily Masters Meetup https://www.meetup.com/pro/multifamilymasters Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Dad-Robert-T-Kiyosaki-audio/dp/B008BUHTLE/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1595269804&sr=8-3

Russell Gray from The Real Estate Guys Radio joins us on this episode to talk about his  "Clues in the News", a topic they often feature on their podcast. He discusses where he thinks the economy is headed and takes us through his “4 Phases of a Cascading Crisis”. We also learn about how printing money affects the economy in the long run, why it’s important to understand the global economy, and how to hedge against inflation. Reference Links The Real Estate Guys Radio https://realestateguysradio.com/ Secrets of Successful Syndication https://realestateguysradio.com/events/how-to-raise-money-for-real-estate-investing/ Real Asset Investing https://realestateguysradio.com/resources/special-reports/real-asset-investing-how-to-grow-and-protect-your-wealth-against-a-falling-dollar/ Exorbitant Privilege by Barry Eichengreen https://www.amazon.com/Exorbitant-Privilege-Dollar-International-Monetary-dp-0199931097/dp/0199931097/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1594683782 The Creature from Jekyll Island by G. Edward Griffin https://www.amazon.com/Creature-Jekyll-Island-Federal-Reserve/dp/091298645X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1594684064&sr=8-1

In this special episode, we are sharing BiggerPockets Business Podcast Episode 58 where our very own Josh McCallen was a guest. Josh talks about how he got into resort property investing and the world of hospitality. We also learn about building your brand and your culture, finding your why, the value of hospitality in any business, and why it's important to treat people with humility. Reference Links BiggerPockets Business Podcast https://www.biggerpockets.com/biggerpockets-business-podcast The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Most-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887304729 Vivamee Hospitality https://www.vivamee.com/ Renault Winery https://www.renaultwinery.com/ Accountable Equity https://accountableequity.com/

It is with a heavy heart that we bring this special episode to you featuring Bob Helms who passed away recently. Bob was known as the Godfather of Real Estate. He was a legacy broker and investor, and is the father of Robert Helms from Real Estate Guys Radio fame. He was also a real estate agent, coach, and author of “Be in the Top 1%: A Real Estate Agent's Guide”. In this special episode we revisit our interview with Bob from the Secrets of Successful Syndication event, which was originally released as Episode 60 in October of 2019. Bob shared with us his lifetime of experience in real estate, where his primary focus was turning real estate agents into Investment Property Specialists. Bob also shared tips on how to promote yourself, perfecting the elevator pitch, plus good business card etiquette. He shared some great stories about people who were influential in his life, and why giving back to the community was so important to him. Reference Links Godfather Scholarship Fund godfatherscholarship@realestateguysradio.com Be in the Top 1%: A Real Estate Agent's Guide by Bob Helms https://www.amazon.com/Be-Top-1-Investment-Property/dp/0998312592/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Top+1%25+of+Real+Estate+Agents&qid=1571265236&s=books&sr=1-1 Secrets of Successful Syndication https://soss.realestateguysradio.com/soss-seminar Real Estate Guys Radio https://realestateguysradio.com/ The Investor Summit at Sea https://realestateguysradio.com/summit/ Tommy Hopkins http://www.tomhopkins.com/index.shtml?Screen=index Sale Begins When Customer Says “No” by Elmer G. Leterman https://www.amazon.com/Sale-Begins-When-Customer-Says/dp/1258787806/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1571264980&sr=8-1

Carl Fischer is a leader in the self-directed IRA investing and custodial space, and is the founder of CamaPlan. In this episode, Carl talks about how he got into self-directed IRAs and what sparked his inspiration to help others in the space. He also discusses the tax benefits of Roth IRAs and why it might be a good idea to convert a traditional IRA into a Roth. We also learn about why a self-directed IRA is great for real estate syndications, and how educating your audience is a valuable marketing tool for your business. Reference Links CamaPlan https://www.camaplan.com/

Clint Coons is a real estate investor, lawyer, and manager of Anderson Business Advisors and Law Group, which provides asset protection and business planning services for real estate investors and small businesses. In this episode, Clint talks about the 3 primary goals of investing, which are asset protection, tax reduction, and long-term planning. We also discuss forming an entity, the differences between a C Corp and an S Corp, and working with CPAs who understand your type of business. Learn how you can get a free strategy session from Clint and his team! Reference Links Anderson Business Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/

Dan Handford is a serial entrepreneur, a multifamily real estate syndicator, and a podcaster. He is also the creator of PassiveInvesting.com and the Multifamily Investor Network, which runs training events. In this episode, Dan talks about becoming a multifamily real estate syndicator and moving into larger investments. He also discusses the tax benefits of multifamily and how to reduce expenses and risk with larger-unit properties. We then learn the importance of education and what inspired him to run virtual summits to teach others. Reference Links PassiveInvesting.com https://www.passiveinvesting.com/ Multifamily Investor Nation https://www.multifamilyinvestornation.com/ Multifamily Investor Nation Summit https://www.multifamilyinvestornation.com/presell-page

Anthony Clervi is an entrepreneur, investor, sales expert, and a thought leader. He is also a managing partner of Una Purchasing Group, which partners business with suppliers. In this episode, Anthony talks about the importance of sharing your story so others can learn. He stresses the importance of building a personal brand, and how to define your process and journey. We also get six tips on how to maximize your efficiency when working from home! Reference Links Anthony’s Email anthony@una.com Anthony’s Website https://anthonyclervi.com/ Una Group Purchasing https://una.com/ War Room Mastermind https://www.warroommastermind.com/ EcoLab https://www.ecolab.com/ Capital Hacking E87 with Yonah Weiss https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E87-Yonah-Weiss---Real-Estate-Cost-Segregation-and-Tax-Depreciation-Expert--Business-Director-Madison-SPECS-eab5jk

Chris Larsen is a 20-year real estate investor, an author, a podcast host, and the founder of Next Level Income. In this episode we talk with Chris about achieving financial independence, and the tragic event that caused him to lead a better life. Chris also talks about how he made the transition from residential to commercial real estate, understanding the multifamily demographic space, and how to approach investing in properties like a business owner. Reference Links Next Level Income https://www.nextlevelincome.com/ Next Level eBook Download https://www.nextlevelincome.com/ebook Multifamily Investor Nation Summit https://www.multifamilyinvestornation.com/presell-page The Four Pillars of Investing by William Bernstein https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RBY12MG/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1591043118&sr=8-1

Mark Stinson is a branding strategy expert and the owner of BioScience Bridge. He is also a well-published author and a creative facilitator. In this episode Mark let’s us in on the secrets of creating a complete band experience for your audience. He details the six elements of quality branding and the importance of customer chemistry. We also learn about working with clients through difficult situations, learning from your mistakes, setting expectations, and how to ask the right questions. Reference Links Bioscience Bridge, LLC https://www.mark-stinson.com/ Customer Chemistry Book https://www.amazon.com/Customer-CHEMistry-Elements-Relationships-Customers/dp/B088BJYYVX/

Mike McCarthy is a thought leader, facilitator, and leader of GoBundance. He is also the author of Miracle Morning for Parents and Family and the founder of FamBundance. In this episode, we break down what a mastermind is and what makes GoBundance different. We learn about the importance of being part of a tribe to hold you accountable, and how what you give is just as important as what you learn. Mike also talks about the importance of family and how FamBundance was created to help you build your legacy and teach your children values to carry on that legacy. Reference Links GoBundance https://www.gobundance.com/ FamBundance https://www.fambundance.com/coronavirus/ Tribe of Millionaires Book https://www.tribeofmillionaires.com/checkout-page The Miracle Morning for Parents and Families Book https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Morning-Parents-Families-Bring/dp/1942589085 Jon Berghoff Exchange Training https://xchangeapproach.com/xchange-training-certification/

Philip Mekelburg is the CEO and fund manager of Equity Estates, a luxury investment fund that invests in multimillion-dollar vacation homes. These homes become destinations for their investors, which also include hospitality services. We had an amazing discussion with Philip as he talked about where he came up with this concept and how he and his partner built the business. We learn about how to recession-proof your real estate investments, buying strategies, and how to raise funds. We also get a special treat where Philip takes Josh through his sales process. Reference Links Equity Estates Fund https://equityestatesfund.com/ Ken Blanchard Leadership Development Program https://www.kenblanchard.com/ Jeff Gitomer Sales Coach https://www.gitomer.com/

In this special episode, Josh McCallen shares another interview that he participated in as a guest on the OAB MasterClass. He discusses what he considers to be the ultimate capital hack - collaboration. Josh breaks down collaboration into 3 models - The Dream Project, Joint Ventures, and The Gary Vee. We also discuss having an abundance mindset, the power of authenticity, and how to identify opportunities to collaborate. Reference Links Josh’s Collaboration Hotline 215-259-8659 BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/ Gary Vee https://www.garyvaynerchuk.com/ How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034/

Andy Wang is a managing partner of investment firm Runnymede Capital, host of the popular podcast Inspired Money, and co-creator of the YouTube channel Buy Local NJ. Is it Andy’s mission to inspire people to make a positive impact on the world with their money. In this episode, we get Andy’s take on how he’s been impacted by the current economic crisis and shifted his investment strategy. Andy also talks about what a registered investment advisory firm is and how it differs from a regular financial adviser. We then get a sneak peak into his YouTube show, “Buy Local NJ,” where he raises awareness for shopping locally by interviewing community business owners. Reference Links Runnymede Capital http://www.runnymede.com/ Inspired Money Podcast http://www.runnymede.com/inspired-money/ Buy Local NJ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4s3SJO67Z-szcOB0U-7-OQ

Mike Ayala is a real estate syndication expert and cofounder of Four Peaks Capital Partners, and Park Place Communities mobile home investing. He is also host of the Investing for Freedom podcast, which he created to give back to the community. We jump in with Mike as he talks about his history of being a business owner working in construction and plumbing and how his businesses have evolved. He talks about how he was introduced to real estate, how he hit the ground running on his very first deals, and how he got into mobile homes. We also discuss the importance of shifting goals to fit your changing situations, finding good mentors and partners, giving back, and why it's important to create multiple streams of income. Reference Links 4 Peaks Capital Partners https://www.fourpeakspartners.com/ Investing for Freedom Podcast https://investingforfreedom.co/ GoBundance https://www.gobundance.com/ Real Estate Guys Radio Secrets of Syndication https://realestateguysradio.com/events/how-to-raise-money-for-real-estate-investing/ Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Robert-T-Kiyosaki/dp/1612680178/ Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dads-CASHFLOW-Quadrant-Financial/dp/1612680054

J Scott is a real estate investment pro, a thought leader, a published author, and a well-known contributor in the BiggerPockets community. J shares his incredible story with us about how he went from knowing nothing about real estate investing to becoming a leader in the space. He has written several books, teaching people what he’s learned along the way, and even helped build the publishing division of BiggerPockets. We continue to learn a lot from J in this interview as he discusses the similarities between real estate and other businesses, building a business from scratch vs buying an existing business, and how he thinks the business climate will change after the coronavirus pandemic ends. J also shares his #1 tip on how to be a great negotiator! Reference Links Jay on BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/jasonscott AmeriDry Contracting https://www.ameridry.net/ Bigger Pockets Business Podcast Episode 51 https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/biggerpockets-business-podcast-51-business-nigel-guisinger Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Robert-T-Kiyosaki/dp/1612680178/ref=sr_1_3?crid=MOT2FJ1LFSYF&dchild=1&keywords=rich+dad+poor+dad&qid=1588635611&sprefix=rich%2Caps%2C212&sr=8-3 Josh Dorkin https://www.joshuadorkin.com/

Ryan Gibson is a real estate syndicator with Spartan Investment Group located in Golden, Colorado. He has vast experience in house flipping, self-storage, and single- and multifamily investments. Ryan sits down to talk with us about how he got into real estate, and how he started a syndication business after being a commercial airline pilot. We get into the meat and potatoes on the different types of syndications and how they can even be used beyond real estate. Ryan also takes us through some case studies of deals he’s done, how running a syndication business really works, and the challenges of raising money for other people’s projects. We also geek out on the best project management tools! Reference Links Ryan’s Email ryan@spartan-investors.com Spartan Investment Group https://spartan-investors.com/ Real Estate Guys Radio https://realestateguysradio.com/ The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Businesses-Michael-Gerber-1990-12-24/dp/B01N2YGXR9/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1588621530&sr=8-9 Leaders Eat Less by Simon Sinek https://www.amazon.com/Leaders-Eat-Last-Together-Others/dp/B084D1NZGL/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1588621598&sr=8-1 Podio Project Management Software https://podio.com/site/en Smartsheet Collaboration Software https://www.smartsheet.com/

In this special episode, Josh McCallen shares an interview that he participated in as a guest at the Cashflow Ninja Virtual Summit 2020, hosted by MC Laubscher. Josh provides his insight on how the landscape has shifted for him since the Covid-19 pandemic. He discusses changes taking place in the hospitality business, adding value to others, and how to expand your investment mindset beyond Wall Street. Josh also explains how the Capital Hacking community is evolving, and he has two special announcements regarding big plans for the future!Reference Links Renault Winery https://www.renaultwinery.com/ Vivamee Hospitality https://www.vivamee.com/ Accountable Equity https://www.accountableequity.com/

Jon O'Malley has over 14 years’ experience as an expert business coach. He is also the founder of YouProfit Business Coaching. Jon talks about the value a coach can bring to your business by being a sounding board, solving issues, and creating accountability. Jon also discusses the Traction program and how to apply the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) model to your business. We also learn about systematically growing a business, what you should and shouldn’t communicate to your team, and where business coaching creates the most impact. Reference Links Jon’s Phone 651-248-2775 Jon’s Email jon@jonomalley.com Jon’s Webstite https://jonomalley.com/ You Profit Business Coaching https://youprofitbusinesscoaching.com/ How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie https://www.amazon.com/How-win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/8189297813/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1587931978&sr=8-2 Traction by Gino Wickman https://www.amazon.com/Traction-Get-Grip-Your-Business/dp/1936661845/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1587932056&sr=8-1-spons The E-Myth by MichaelE. Gerber https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Businesses-Michael-Gerber-1990-12-24/dp/B01N2YGXR9/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1587932095&sr=8-9 Vivamee Hospitality https://www.vivamee.com/

Pancham Gupta is the host of The Gold Collar Investor podcast, a full-time real multifamily estate syndicator, and principal of Mesos Capital. Pancham shares his amazing story with us about how he quit his job to become a real estate investor. We get into the details as Pancham runs the numbers on some of the syndication deals he’s done. He gives us an overview on the six reasons to diversify outside of Wall Street, and has made an ebook available for our listeners. Reference Links The Gold Collar Investor Podcast https://thegoldcollarinvestor.com/ Six Reasons to Diversify Outside of Wall Street https://thegoldcollarinvestor.com/download/ Mesos Capital https://www.mesoscapital.com/ Real Estate Guys Radio Secrets of Successful Syndication https://realestateguysradio.com/events/how-to-raise-money-for-real-estate-investing/

In this special at-home edition, we are joined by Josh’s wife Melanie McCallen of Accountable Equity. Melanie and Josh just had their 10th child and share with us what it was like dealing with the birth at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. They also discuss how their business focus has changed for Renault Winery, all while managing all the kids at home. Melanie and Josh then leave us with some great tips on how to keep your team inspired and fulfill needs by being a good leader. Reference Links Accountable Equity https://www.accountableequity.com/ Renault Winery https://www.renaultwinery.com/ Matt Faircloth https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/mfaircloth

Mark Metry is a philosopher of modern media and modern life. He is the host of the Humans 2.0 podcast and author of Screw Being Shy. Mark had become an entrepreneur at a very young age and struggled to find his purpose in life after creating a lot of wealth. He sits down to talk with us about the importance of taking care of your mental health, after he dealt with a lot of anxiety and depression. He discusses the lifestyle changes he had to make and how he created his podcast to better understand how his mind works. It is now his mission in life to provide information to help us improve and maintain our own mental health. Mark’s new audiobook will be available soon on Amazon and Audible. As a loyal listener, please use the code “CAPITAL” to get 50% off. Reference Links Mark’s Website https://www.markmetry.com/ Humans 2.0 podcast https://www.markmetry.com/humans-2-0-podcast Screw Being Shy by Mark Metry https://www.amazon.com/Screw-Being-Shy-Anxiety-Yourself/dp/B085KQ2KMG/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1586798011&sr=8-1 Ed Mylett https://www.edmylett.com/ Ryan Holiday https://ryanholiday.net/

John Casmon is a multifamily syndicator with Casmon Capital, host of Target Market Insights Podcast, and founder of the Capital Impact Club, which provides educational tools for real estate investors. John joins us to talk about the importance of financial freedom and what it means to him. He discusses how he built his real estate investment portfolio from learning on his own and how he grew his business. We also talk about the dynamics of working with your spouse as a business partner, understanding your deeper why, and approaches to networking after dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Reference Links Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jcasmon/?hl=en John’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-casmon-7942454 Target Market Insights Podcast https://www.casmoncapital.com/podcast Casmon Capital Group https://www.casmoncapital.com/ Capital Impact Club https://www.capitalimpactclub.com/ MidAtlantic Summit https://midatlanticsummit.com/ Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor/dp/1612680690/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1586460334&sr=8-1 Bigger Pockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/

Bob Wells and Usha Patel are leadership partners with Keystone Partners Group of Keller Williams Real Estate. In this special episode, Bob and Usha share with us how they approach managing a team and creating value during a time of crisis. We learn about the importance of being a strong leader and reducing fear and uncertainty. They walk us through how they instituted wellness ambassadors for their offices, and how they keep productive by running virtual offices. We also learn the importance of reaching out to others, using your learning time to create better habits and take action, and how to harness the power of laughter! Reference Links Usha’s Email usha@kw.com Keystone Partners Group https://keystonepartnersgroup.com/

Mark Asquith is a revolutionary and thought leader in the podcast space. He is CEO of Rebel Base Media and creator of Captivate.fm, the largest podcast platform in the UK. Mark is also a highly sought-after speaker and TEDx presenter, and host of The Podcast Accelerator Show. We had the honor of catching up with him as he talks about building his podcast empire out of  a desire to help and educate people. He also takes us through the story about how he built his businesses around podcasting, getting people excited about the brand, and what makes Captivate.fm stand out from other platforms. Reference Links Mark’s Twitter https://twitter.com/mrasquith?lang=en The Podcast Excellerator Show https://www.markasquith.com/podcast-accelerator/episodes/ Captivate https://www.captivate.fm/ Rebel Base Media https://rebelbasemedia.io/ Podcast Success Academy https://www.podcastsuccessacademy.com/

Dave Wolcott is a wealth strategy expert in the alternative investment space. He is also founder of Pantheon Investments, which specializes in multifamily real estate syndications. Dave joins us to talk about embracing alternative investment strategies and the advantages they have over Wall Street. He also breaks down his 5-part curriculum for building your own wealth strategy and has created a downloadable ebook, available on his website. We also learn about real estate tax advantages and dissect Robert Kiyosaki’s “cashflow quadrant” for becoming financially free. Reference Links Pantheon Investments https://pantheoninvest.com/ Pantheon Wealth Strategy eBook Download https://pantheoninvest.com/wealth-strategy/ Robert Kiyosaki https://www.richdad.com/ Strategic Coach - Business Coaching Program https://www.strategiccoach.com/ PodMAX https://podmax.co/

We’re celebrating our 100th episode! Josh and Erik take a trip down memory lane and revisit all the incredible things that have happened since Episode 1. We discuss the amazing topics we’ve covered, how the show has evolved, the memorable guests we’ve had, and count off our top episodes. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for being along for the ride at 72 mph! Our Top Episodes Matt Faircloth - Episode 12 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E12-Master-of-Capital-Raising--Building-Legacy-Wealth-with-Matt-Faircloth-e3ihck Melanie McCallen - Episode 14 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E14-Super-Mom-Syndicator-and-Business-Builder-Melanie-McCallen-e3k9kl MC Laubscher Cashflow Ninja - Episode 16 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E16-Cashflow-Ninja-and-Wealth-Strategist-MC-Laubscher-e3ng1k Robert Kiyosaki - Episode 25 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E25-Robert-Kiyosaki---Legendary-Entrepreneur-and-Global-Best-Selling-Author-e44mue Dave Van Horn - Episode 43 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E43-Dave-Van-Horn---1B-Fund-Manager--Note-Investor--PPR-Note---Legendary-Capital-Hacker-e516fh Matt Faircloth - Episode 50 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E50-Matt-Faircloth---Real-Estate-Master--Best-Selling-Author--and-Bigger-Pockets-Contributor-e5fi5p Dave Van Horn - Episode 75 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E75-Dave-Van-Horn---Mortgage-Note-Master-and-Real-Estate-Investing-Expert-e9gshn Marcus and Guy Comedy - Episode 93 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E93-Marcus-and-Guy---Applying-Stand-up-Comedy-Process-into-Corporate-Developing-Coaching-eb4bid MC Laubscher Cashflow Ninja - Episode 99 https://anchor.fm/capitalhacking/episodes/E99-How-To-Be-Your-Own-Banking-System-and-Defining-Capital-with-MC-Laubscher-ebmh2v

MC Laubscher, host of the popular podcast Cashflow Ninja, is back with us again (he first appeared on Episode 16). MC is an expert and renowned speaker on infinite banking, and founder of Producers Wealth. Dive down the rabbit hole with us as MC shines a spotlight on the idea of being your own banking system, as he breaks down how banking actually works. We also discuss the meaning of capitalism, using life insurance as an investment vehicle, and how to be an asset to others. Reference Links Cashflow Ninja Podcast http://cashflowninja.com/podcast/ Cashflow Ninja Community on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/groups/cashflowninjacommunity Cashflow Ninja Meetup - Philadelphia https://www.meetup.com/cashflowninjaphiladelphia Producer’s Wealth - Your Own Banking System https://www.yourownbankingsystem.com/cashflow-video-series Cash Flow Dad Life with Ryan Enk https://cashflowdadlife.com/ Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612680178/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1584647602&sr=8-3 Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Your-Own-Banker-Infinite/dp/B001NZO1DS/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Becoming+Your+Own+Banker&qid=1584647637&sr=8-1 The Mystery of Capital by Hernando De Soto https://www.amazon.com/Mystery-Capital-Capitalism-Triumphs-Everywhere/dp/0465016154/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=The+Mystery+of+Capital&qid=1584647676&sr=8-1 Raising Private Capital by Matt Faircloth https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Private-Capital-Building-Peoples/dp/1947200984/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1584647700&sr=8-2

This episode is part of a series recorded at PodMAX, an event that connects podcast hosts and entrepreneurs within the real estate space who have fascinating stories to share. Dani Zoldan is an unstoppable entrepreneur. He is the owner of the comedy club Stand Up NY, podcast studio Stand Up NY Labs, membership subscription Laugh Pass, creative agency Skitish Media, and online comedy course The Tight Five. The laughs don’t stop as Dani takes us through his early days as an entrepreneur in the VoIP telecom space and how he moved into comedy. He talks about his passion for quickly building businesses, finding top-tier talent, and creating a niche in the comedy space. Reference Links Dani’s Email dani@standupny.com Dani’s Phone 646-229-1650 Stand Up NY https://www.standupny.com/ Laugh Pass https://getlaughpass.com/ The Tight Five https://standupny.teachable.com/ Skittish Media https://skitishmedia.com/

This episode is part of a series recorded at PodMAX, an event that connects podcast hosts and entrepreneurs within the real estate space who have fascinating stories to share. Darren Sager is a highly sought out master real estate agent investor! He is currently an agent with EXP Realty, and works with other real estate agents who want to invest. He also facilitates the meetup group REI Rockstars. Darren shares his amazing insight with us, as we discuss the powerful advantage of leverage in real estate, understanding cashflow vs equity, and how the real estate brokerage business and its commission structure really work. Reference Links Darren’s Email reiagentnyc@gmail.com EXP Realty https://www.exprealty.com/ REI Rockstars Manhattan Meetup https://www.meetup.com/REI-Rockstars-and-BP-Legends-Meetup-in-Manhattan/ Real Wealth Network with Kathy Fettke https://www.realwealthnetwork.com/ Bigger Pockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/ Dave Van Horn https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/contributors/davevanhorn Brandon Turner https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/brandonatbp

This episode is part of a series recorded at PodMAX, an event that connects podcast hosts and entrepreneurs within the real estate space who have fascinating stories to share. Justin Eaton is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and real estate investor. He is the owner of DwellSafe, a home inspections and engineering company, as well as Eaton Home Flips and Eaton Acquisitions. With his education in engineering, Justin got started as a home inspector, which eventually led him down the path of house flipping and real estate investing. We also learn about how the home inspection business works, Justin’s first house flip mistakes, and how a deal on a friend’s company went south. Justin also discusses his future as a real estate syndicator! Reference Links DwellSafe Inspections and Engineering https://www.dwellsafenj.com/ Brandon Turner on Bigger Pockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/brandonatbp Matt Faircloth on Bigger Pockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/mfaircloth Secrets of Successful Syndication by Real Estate Guys Radio https://soss.realestateguysradio.com/soss-seminar

This episode is part of a series recorded at PodMAX, an event that connects podcast hosts and entrepreneurs within the real estate space who have fascinating stories to share. Ray Agliata is an entrepreneur and owner of Cornerstone Property and Realty Services. He is also host of the brand new podcast the Ray Agliata Show. Ray started his career as a bail bondsman, and eventually got into the property preservation business. Ray teaches some important lessons on how to think like an entrepreneur, leveraging your strengths, and having a good “no” person on your team. We also learn about the world of property preservation and how it differs from property maintenance! Reference Links Ray’s Email info@propertyrealtyserevices.com Cornerstone Property and Realty Services https://propertyrealtyservices.com Ray Agliata Show Podcast https://www.rayagliatashow.com/ The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Manager-Matthew-Kelly/dp/1937509966/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1583527327&sr=8-1 Matt Faircloth https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/mfaircloth Robert Kiyosaki https://www.richdad.com/

This episode is part of a series recorded at PodMAX, an event that connects podcast hosts and entrepreneurs within the real estate space who have fascinating stories to share. Willie Mandrell is a buy-and-hold real estate expert and founder of the Mandrell Company. He is also a coach, a mentor, and also runs a successful meetup group called Boston Wealth Builders. We sat down with Willie as he talked about growing up with his grandmother, who was a property owner, and taught him the value of investing in real estate. Wille also breaks down his BRRR strategy, the different types of lending, and how creating a meetup changed his life. At the end, Willie also tells us how we can get a free 30-minute coaching session with him! Reference Links Mandrell Company https://www.mandrellco.com/ Mandrell Company Coaching Session https://www.mandrellco.com/coaching Boston Wealth Builders http://bostonwealthbuilders.com/ Robert Kiysoaki https://www.richdad.com/ Bigger Pockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/ Grant Cardone https://grantcardone.com/ Dave Ramsey https://www.daveramsey.com/ Gary Keller https://www.the1thing.com/about/ Tim Ferriss https://fourhourworkweek.com/

Marcus Hardy and Guy Seidel make up the musical comedy team Marcus and Guy, and primarily perform in the corporate entertainment world. Marcus also offers corporate development coaching based on his years of experience as a stand-up comic. We had the pleasure of meeting this hysterical team when they performed at a Gobundance event. Today they join us with another show of endless impressions, but also break down the science of comedy. We talk about starting as a creative and finding your niche, perfecting your act, and how to figure what you are worth. Marcus also gives us one coaching tip which you can use in your business right way. To close the show, we get a very special 1980s flashback musical treat! Reference Links Marcus and Guy http://marcusandguy.com/ Marcus’ Email comedianmarcus@gmail.com Gobundance https://www.gobundance.com/