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21 Doors in 1 Year By Normalizing Risk & No Excuses Real Estate Investing -Soli Cayetano #22

Rat Race To Fi PodcastAug 19, 2021

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From Flipping Burgers to Flipping Million Dollar Homes Rafael Estrada #57

From Flipping Burgers to Flipping Million Dollar Homes Rafael Estrada #57

Born in Peru, Rafael Estrada immigrated to the United States and had to  earn everything he has today. Arriving at 14 years old and not speaking a  word of English, Rafael had to catch up to his peers right at the start  of high school.

And away from school, he worked where he could,  as he didn’t have the proper documentation at the time. But he made his  circumstances work and that attitude carried over to his real estate  career.

Influenced by his father, Rafael’s dad would encourage  and empower Rafael’s entrepreneurial spirit, so much so that just after  two semesters of college, Rafael dropped out and got into banking. And  it was in a house flipping convention (with his father) that Rafael  began to really see the profits in real estate. He was bitten by the bug  and the rest is history.

Up to date, Rafael owns seven rental  properties and has made over a million dollars in profits in his flips.  He is working on a couple of short term rentals through partnerships and  looks to continue to grow his rental portfolio and branch out his  businesses to other living needs that all people require.

To get in touch with Rafael, follow him on Instagram @rafaelre_

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The  Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!  You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Oct 30, 202248:39
Quitting Her 80 Hr A Week Job to Become A Full time Real Estate Investor - Stacey Johnson #61

Quitting Her 80 Hr A Week Job to Become A Full time Real Estate Investor - Stacey Johnson #61

Diego Corzo and Felipe Mejia have a great conversation with Stacey Johnson, and dig into her story that started in Hawaii, then California,  and back to Hawaii. She shares how she worked 80 hrs a week as an  engineer and began flipping real estate part time. She speaks about her  wins but also her major loss of 30k on her first deal.  

To get in touch with Stacey Johnson , follow her on Instagram @realestaceyy  

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!  

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! 

Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? 

Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!   You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jul 07, 202244:52
Lesson From The Financial Independence Expo - Felipe Mejias & Diego Corzo #60

Lesson From The Financial Independence Expo - Felipe Mejias & Diego Corzo #60

On this episode real estate investors, Felipe Mejia and Diego Corzo   discuss lessons learned in the Limitless Financial Independence Expo.  They dive into topics such as : 

- Head space and multiplying yourself to scale your business faster.   

- Time Blocking and being present in the moment 

- Time debt, over extending yourself, and not saying yes to evertthing 

- Having Plans, and Goals -vs- Having Strategies 

- Goals and Tax Strategies  

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The Rat Race  To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!


You can join us in conversations such as this  one, and receive so much business related knowledge when you are part of  our mastermind community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jun 16, 202234:00
Real Estate Investor Started With $1000 In The Bank - Henry Washington #59

Real Estate Investor Started With $1000 In The Bank - Henry Washington #59

Henry Washington began his real estate investment journey 4 years ago.  He bought his first unit with only $1000 in savings in his account, and  getting creative with a 401K fund. Henry now has accumulated over 70  units in his portfolio and has scaled his business to include educating  others through courses, masterminds and the social media.   

To get in touch with Henry Washington , follow him on Instagram  @thehenrywashington  

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!  

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!   

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  

SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   

Send Us A DM On Instagram:  

Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  

Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  

#realestate #cashflow #rentals  

https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  

Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jun 09, 202255:54
The More Keys You Have The More Doors You Can Open- Robert and Ayoka #58

The More Keys You Have The More Doors You Can Open- Robert and Ayoka #58

Real estate investors Robert and Ayoka began their journey in New York City as wholesalers. Later they made the decision to move to Chattanooga Tennessee where they started as wholesalers and then moved on to buy and hold units, building their portfolio to 24 doors in a short amount of time. 

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list! 

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!  

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community. 

SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   

Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  

Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  

#realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  

Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jun 02, 202248:05
Find A Realtor That Knows The Struggle Of Investing - Emelyn Fernandez #56

Find A Realtor That Knows The Struggle Of Investing - Emelyn Fernandez #56

Emelyn Fernandez is a Dominican Republic native turned New York native.  She immigrated to the United States over 17 years ago speaking no  English and having very little. She went to a high school with over  5,000 students and while she had a lot of “hallway friends,” she focused  on her classes and did her thing.

When it came time to apply to  college, the harsh realities of being an undocumented immigrant hit her  when she was denied opportunities of going to a university that she very  muched deserved. And while that sent her to a level of depression, the  resilience of overcoming a “no” would be the theme of her career and  business.

And after giving birth to her first child, who has  special needs, she got to thinking not only of her future, but that of  her child’s as well. And real estate came knocking on her door.

And  that's where we meet Emelyn in this episode. She’s an inspiration for  women and mothers all over the country who are going through the same  adversity. That’s part of the reason she wanted to share her story.

Up  to date, she owns a total of seven doors and shows no sign of slowing  down as she aims to focus on growing by scale and taking more more multi  unit properties.

To get in touch with Emelyn, follow her on Instagram @emelyn18fernandez

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The  Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!
You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

May 19, 202248:49
From Part Time Wholesaler to Business CEO - Anton Zherelyev - #55

From Part Time Wholesaler to Business CEO - Anton Zherelyev - #55

We feature yet again one of our very own Rat Race To FI Mastermind  members Anton Zherelyev (refer to Show #20). In this episode, we delve  deeper into his Rat Race To FI journey and what he’s been up to in the  last nine months since our first episode together.  It all started with an Instagram Live which led to a mastermind call  which led to wholesaling which led to a cold caller business. Going forward, the immediate goal is to be the  #1 cold calling company  in the nation by the end of the year and ultimately the #1 acquisitions  management system in the world.  Up to date, while REI Caller Center occupies most of his time as its  CEO, Anton still finds the time to do his own wholesale and flip deals  for himself.   

To get in touch with Anton, follow him on Instagram @antonzrei  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!  The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!  

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   

Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

May 12, 202246:05
Real Estate Investing In A Shifting Market Diego Corzo & Felipe Mejia - #54

Real Estate Investing In A Shifting Market Diego Corzo & Felipe Mejia - #54

Updates on your host Felipe Mejia and Diego Corzo. What are they up to  in Q2 of 2022? They also share some tips on investing in real estate  during a shifting market where interest rates are rising. 

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  

Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   

Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  

#realestate #cashflow #rentals 

 https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

May 05, 202238:52
Grit, Humility, and Servitude That Makes You Scale Faster In Business - Matt King #53

Grit, Humility, and Servitude That Makes You Scale Faster In Business - Matt King #53

Matt King is David Osborn’s right hand man, working as his COO and chief of staff. He’s lived in Austin, Texas for the last seven years, partly thanks to our very own Diego Corzo. But before financial freedom, multiple businesses, and entrepreneurship, Matt came from humble beginnings.

Born and raised to a middle class family, Matt grew up with his parents pretty much working their whole lives. Because of that, he learned early on not to squander the opportunities he’d been given through the sacrifices his parents made.And curios enough, it’s that same generosity that’s afforded him the good fortune he’s been given by many people throughout his life.

And that’s where we meet Matt in this episode. From dropping out of college to print T-shirts to being at the table with multi millionaires to even being a featured guest at the Rat Race To FI Conference in December 2021, Matt exemplifies what it means to stay curious and have a servant’s heart.

Up to date, the biggest focus for his life for the foreseeable future is to just continue to become a better and better version of himself, by being a better husband, being a better dad, being a better businessperson, and being a better student.

To get in touch with Matt, follow him on Instagram @matthewk1ng

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

Apr 21, 202250:52
Leveraging Partnerships To Build Your Real Estate Portfolio- Xavier Marin #52

Leveraging Partnerships To Build Your Real Estate Portfolio- Xavier Marin #52

Born and raised in East Bay, California, Xavier Marin was a timid, shy  kid. And if that wasn’t bad enough, he was also on the heavy side.  Growing up, he had struggled with self worth, identity, and confidence.

Fast  forward to college, he was thrown into the ocean and met people from  all over with all sorts of different backgrounds. He learned very  quickly that it was up to him to become who he wants to be and lead a  worthwhile life. Through his challenges, he’s learned resilience,  courage, and taking a whole lot of action.

Then one fateful day,  he was connected to our very own Felipe Mejia, who took him on as a  mentee and helped him get over the edge to his first real taste of real  estate.

And that’s where we meet Xavier in this episode.  Investing for only a few years now, he’s lightyears ahead of where he  was at the beginning of his journey.

Up to date, Xavier is  invested in AirBNB short term rentals and aims to branch out to  different markets with different partners to keep his portfolio growing  and expanding.

To get in touch with Xavier, follow him on Instagram @xaviermarin_

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The  Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!
 You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Apr 14, 202243:23
From Dish Washer To Banker To Full Time Real Estate Investor - Sebastian Rodriguez #51

From Dish Washer To Banker To Full Time Real Estate Investor - Sebastian Rodriguez #51

Connections, Partnerships, and Survival with Sebastian Rodriguez

Born  and raised in Columbia, Sebastian Rodriguez immigrated to the US seven  years ago when he was 25 years old. Coming from the banking industry  back home, he was a nobody here. So what started out as dreams of  becoming a Wall Street stockbroker quickly became a reality of  bartending, bussing, and waiting in Miami, Fl.

In an effort to  stay afloat, Sebastian essentially started House Hacking before he even  knew what he was really doing. Everything he did was all in an effort to  survive. In between learning English and working three jobs, Sebastian  kept his head down and reminded himself that there was more. He closed  on his first property in 2019 and joined Rat Race To FI shortly  thereafter.

Now being a father, he’s taken the lessons and  experiences from the last decade and is continuing to build on it not  only for the family that came before him, but the ones that will come  after.

And that’s where we meet Sebastian in this episode. He’s  transitioned to full time real estate investing and is dreaming larger  than ever.

Up to date, Sebastian owns four properties, both traditional rentals and AirBNB, and is actively wholesaling.

To get in touch with Sebastian, follow him on Instagram @sebasromi09

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The  Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!
You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Apr 07, 202247:35
Farming, ATMs's ,Rentals and Syndications - Trista Priest #50

Farming, ATMs's ,Rentals and Syndications - Trista Priest #50

Born and raised in Southwest Kansas, Trista Brown Priest is a third generation cattle farmer. Coming from a very small town, she went to school with all the same people, all 19 of them.

So naturally, wrapping up high school, she had aspirations to settle down in some bigshot city and never come back. Sure enough, she graduated college with an MBA in 2008 and couldn’t get hired for the very degree she had just spent the last couple years working towards. So along with getting back into farming, Trista was also getting into real estate investing.

And that's where we meet Trista in this episode. She’s done well for herself and her family and the goal for the immediate future is to get to financial independence ASAP!

Up to date, she owns five rental properties, a local car wash, feeds 43,000 cattle, and is growing her short term rental and syndication portfolio.

To get in touch with Trista, follow her on Instagram @financially.free.farmer

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

Mar 31, 202236:39
From Air Force To Investing Realtor - Ali Garced #49

From Air Force To Investing Realtor - Ali Garced #49

Born and raised in White Plains, New York, Ali Garced grew up in a diverse family as a second generation immigrant child. And that allowed her very unique experiences in life. She witnessed the back breaking work her parents went through in order to support her and her sister. And because of that, she felt that she owed it to them not to drop the ball for the next generation.

While a rebellious teenager, she never got into too much trouble. And it was ingrained in her early on that college was just something she was going to do. And again, as a debt to her parents, she stuck it out and eventually decided to join the Air Force. While it seemed like a radical idea at the time, it all worked out well. She even bought her first property using a VA Loan.

And that's where we meet Ali in this episode. She’s approaching her 10th year in the military and will be transitioning (officially) into full time real estate sales as a Realtor later this year.

Up to date, Ali owns six properties and is in the process of acquiring her next single family short term rental out in Hawaii along with an apartment building as to start branching out the portfolio. And aside from all the real estate, start a family here shortly.

To get in touch with Ali, follow her on Instagram @ali_the_agent

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

Mar 24, 202244:11
Mental Framework For Investors and Entrepreneurs- Jason Drees #48

Mental Framework For Investors and Entrepreneurs- Jason Drees #48

We welcome back Episode #48 featured guest, Jason Drees, to delve deeper  into his story and how he became the man he is today.  Above and beyond helping someone achieve their goals, Jason is a  performance coach who helps individuals achieve their maximum potential  by removing their resistance to success.  Jason was in technology sales since the 90s and did that for over two  decades. And up until the point he decided he wanted to be an  entrepreneur, there was no one else in his family that had done it  before him. In 2012, he read Rich Dad Poor Dad, hired a Tony Robbins  coach, and the trajectory of his life changed forever.  Throughout the episode, Jason throws out a ton of powerful questions you  should take the time to ask yourself and of your business to get  aligned, inspired, and win. Think of it as a mini coaching call.  

To get in touch with Jason, follow him on Instagram @jasondreescoaching  

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!  

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? 

Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!   

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  

SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   

Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  

Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  

#realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Mar 17, 202256:08
Cupcake Real Estate Flips - Jacqueline Marshall #47

Cupcake Real Estate Flips - Jacqueline Marshall #47

After a full stint in college, Jacqueline Marshall basically got her  degree and had nothing to show for it. There was no career or million  dollar job waiting for her on the other side. Not really knowing any  better, she bought a cafe and learned how to run it after attending two  years in the school of hard knocks.

Her partnership dissolved and  she went back to school to be a dental hygienist. And after three years  of doing that, she definitely knew that career path wasn't for her  either. While the salary was respectable, the hours were unsustainable  for her well being over the course of 30+ years.

So in the effort  to pivot, she put her home up for sale and after it didn’t sell, out of  frustration, she put it up for rent. With the money she was still  making from her job, she bought another property… and then another. And  after the sixth one, the light bulb switched on and she started doing  flips. And after making in one flip what she would make in a year, she  decided that she’d never go back to a dental hygiene office ever again.

And  that's where we meet Jacqueline in this episode. Three years later,  she’s still a full time house flipper and has gained a wealth of  knowledge in the DIY space.

Up to date, she has recently acquired  her first multi-family property (which is a fixer) and is beginning to  step back from her business to focus more of her efforts on scaling it.

To get in touch with Jacqueline, follow her on Instagram @baywopdesign

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The  Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!
 You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Mar 10, 202251:33
From Cuba To MIT to FI w Real Estate - Michael Castaño #46

From Cuba To MIT to FI w Real Estate - Michael Castaño #46

Born and raised in Miami, Florida, and son of two Cuban refugees Michael Castano was an only child and an introverted one at that. Wasn’t all that into sports, but he was a math and science whiz, he took after his father.

Growing up with very little, Michael learned naturally the importance of money management and through mentorship with teachers, was able to get admitted into MIT. While he was pushed by his family to become a lawyer, he was drawn away from the desk and onto something more hands on. He was able to work for GM and that’s what led him to real estate.

Combining his understanding of putting money to work, minimizing expenses, and his childhood experiences of renting out rooms and managing property, he bought his first duplex in Detroit.

And that’s where we meet Michael in this episode. He’s a first generation investor, not too shabby for a refugee’s son.

Up to date, Michael has eight doors and has achieved financial independence in under five years. Going forward, the biggest goals for him are to start growing his short term rental portfolio along with his network for partnerships.

To get in touch with Michael, follow him on Instagram @firstgeninvestor

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The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

Mar 03, 202242:05
Short Term Rentals and Wholesaling Real Estate Mentors -Diana Oceguera/Naaman Taylor #45

Short Term Rentals and Wholesaling Real Estate Mentors -Diana Oceguera/Naaman Taylor #45

We welcome back Episode 25 guest Naaman Taylor and Episode 27 guest  Diana Oceguera.  Since the last time they’ve appeared on the show, they have since become  leaders in their own respective Microtribes, Diana for short term  rentals (AirBNB) and Naaman for wholesalers.  Yet, one of the important things to note in this episode is that neither  Naaman nor Diana were born-entrepreneurs  or inherited a family real  estate business. Far from that. They were normal, regular people who  decided they wanted more from life and took action. And now, they want  the same for their mentees and peers.  Diana found a passion for hospitality and education and through her STR  Microtribe, she’s able to combine those two things. Naaman decided at 17  years old that his wife was going to be nothing short of bold moves and  the biggest goal for his Wholesaling Microtribe is to get all his  mentees paid, bar none.  

To get in touch with Naaman, follow him on Instagram  @naamantaylorinvestor  To get in touch with Diana, follow her on Instagram @strforthewin  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!  

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!      

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Feb 24, 202201:07:46
Investing In Hawaii Real Estate A Calculated Risk - Zasha #44

Investing In Hawaii Real Estate A Calculated Risk - Zasha #44

Zasha Smith, Hawaii born and raised, didn’t really have a whole lot  going for her growing up on the island. Sure, the culture was great, but  other than that, there wasn’t much else to experience. So naturally,  going into grade school and even college, she got by doing the bare  minimum.  But the trajectory of her life really began to shift for the better when  she developed a mentor relationship with one of her teachers in high  school and that became a sort of theme all throughout her success. It  was with mentors like these that she learned how to push herself, expand  her mind, and take more of what life has to offer.  And like full circle, with her partnerships now, she does business with  new investors who are hungry and she brings the experience and  education.  And that's where we meet Zasha in this episode. She’s now officially a  full time real estate investor and shows no signs of letting up.  Up to date, she’s done about 20 deals since her start in 2019, a mix of  flips and holds, and is now focused on growing her passive income.   

To get in touch with Zasha, follow her on Instagram @investwithzasha  

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!  

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!   

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  

SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Feb 17, 202246:16
Renovating, Developing, and Occupying Major Fixers- Cristina Mineo#43

Renovating, Developing, and Occupying Major Fixers- Cristina Mineo#43

New York born and raised, Atlanta turned investor Cristina Mineo  grew up as a quiet, shy kid in school who put her head down, worked  diligently, and did what was required to succeed.

Even in  college, the story was more of the same. And it was around this time she  met her would be husband not too long after. Because of the lifestyle  differences and demands, Cristina knew early on that her “normal”  probably wouldn’t be “traditional.”

And that’s rooted her even  more. It’s what gives her the strength to keep moving forward on a daily  basis and work as hard as she does for herself and her family.

And  that's where we meet Cristina in this episode. She’s a full time  investor, managing their projects and growing their portfolio.

Up  to date, she has renovations and flips under her belt and is currently  working on a development project where she resides now in Atlanta,  Georgia. Her focus in the immediate future is to see the through to the  end of her development and begin helping money-conscious investors with  their own renovation designs.

To get in touch with Cristina, follow her on Instagram @cristinamineo

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The  Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!
  You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  

SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   

Send Us A DM On Instagram:  

Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  

Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei 

 #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Feb 10, 202244:54
Managing A 350 Unit Portfolio As A General Partner -Tiffany Williams #42

Managing A 350 Unit Portfolio As A General Partner -Tiffany Williams #42

Growing up, Tiffany Hendricks was a daughter of someone who flipped real estate. But of course, she didn’t really know any better. She just understood it as dad’s work and I helped out.

One thing she did know, however, was how big of a life she wanted to live. She always told herself that she’d be a millionaire and nothing short of that. So clearly, it was just a matter of time until real estate crossed her path again.

Fast forward post college graduation, she finished with a business degree and got into apartment management, where she eventually grew to become an operating partner.

And that's where we meet Tiffany in this episode. With only two years of real estate under her belt, she’s taken advantage of every opportunity she’s been given and uses them as her own business school.

Up to date, she’s a general partner for a 350 unit portfolio and is in the process of obtaining her real estate license. She and her partners are growing the development side of the business throughout the course of the year and plans to help more of their tenants become homeowners themselves!

To get in touch with Tiffany, follow her on Instagram @tiffanynorawilliams

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The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

Feb 03, 202240:41
Millionaire Business Lessons Rat Race 2021 Goal Setting Conference Recapped - #41

Millionaire Business Lessons Rat Race 2021 Goal Setting Conference Recapped - #41

We welcome special guest Ward Mahoney in this episode. Based out of  Boston, Massachusetts, Ward closed his first deal just four months ago  in the area, and as we discuss, he has even larger goals going into the  rest of the year. Which makes him the perfect co-host for this episode  as we delve into the big picture ideas from the Rat Race To FI Goal  Setting Conference that took place this past December.   Over the weekend, over a hundred members listened to our amazing guests: Adam Carroll who spoke about building a bigger life and the different  types of freedoms,  David Osborne who spoke about priorities, goals, and doubts, Jason Drees who spoke about success and frequencies,  Sarah King who spoke about the importance of tracking your numbers and  starting over from zero,  Gonzalo Corzo who spoke about growing a wholesale company that profits  over a million dollars annually and what it took to get there, Soli Cayetano who spoke about growing a portfolio of over 20 doors out  of state and the lessons learned from that experience in just a few  short years, David Grabiner who spoke about how he began investing with his father  who now invests in commercial properties with an emphasis of giving  back, and finally Steve Rosenberg who spoke about moving forward and developing  versatility.   

We are so proud of our Rat Race To FI  Mastermind members who have taken  action and are on track to crush their goals this year! 

What are you  committing to? 

To get in touch with Diego, follow him on Instragram @realdiegocorzo To get in touch with Ward, follow him on Instragram @wmahoney24  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!  The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.  Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more  warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit:  reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual  assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!    You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  

Join our Mastermind: https://www.ratracetofi.com   

Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  

Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  

#realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jan 27, 202248:10
100K In Monthly Passive Income in Real Estate - Heather Blankenship #40

100K In Monthly Passive Income in Real Estate - Heather Blankenship #40

Growing up in Knoxville, Tennessee, Heather Blankenship talks about how her family raised and killed their own food in those early days, and it was born out of necessity. She didn’t have a lot growing up.

Fast forward years later, Heather found herself on a cross country road trip from Florida to California where she heard the idea of buying an RV park. Not knowing any better, she was bitten by the real estate bug and pulled the trigger.

She bought an RV property that needed a lot of work done, not to mention the 100 people living there on top of that. And while it took some time for the property to make any profit, today that same property is worth over $13M. That property was the catalyst for the life she lives today.

And that's where we meet Heather in this episode. Being in the business for over 10 years now, her goals are as big as ever. And she shows no signs of letting up.

Up to date, Heather is involved primarily in her RV park investments, employing various contractors, managers, and staff. On top of that, she invests in tiny homes that act as her short term rentals, buy and hold multi family properties, and syndications. Going forward, she aims to acquire an additional $200M worth of real estate before her 40th birthday. And her growth has all been accredited to organic social media connections and good ol’ cold calling and mailers.

To get in touch with Heather, follow her on Instagram @heatherblankenshipx3 or visit: heatherblankenship.com

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The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

You can find out more on Heather Blankenship by visiting : https://www.heatherblankenship.com  

Social Media:  @heatherblankenshipx3  

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  

SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jan 20, 202236:08
135 Units in Under 3 Years of Real Estate Investing - Phillip Vera #39

135 Units in Under 3 Years of Real Estate Investing - Phillip Vera #39

From Augusta Georgia today we have Phillip Vera who breaks down his  investment journey. He explains how he focused on his goals and was able  to build his real estate investment portfolio to 135 doors from single  family, small multifamily and larger syndications. Phillip gives us an  insight on how he used a variety of strategies such as creative  financing, seller financing and targeting on retiring landlords. On this  episode we learn about the power and importance of mastermind groups,  networking, relationships, and accountability.   

Phillip Vera Instagram: @FlipAugusta   

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  

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Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jan 13, 202246:22
From Chasing Commission To Multi Family Real Estate Investor - Mandy McAllister #38

From Chasing Commission To Multi Family Real Estate Investor - Mandy McAllister #38

Mandy McAllister is a multifamily real estate investor, mindset ninja,  eternal learner, coach and connector. She followed volleyball to Mercer  University in Georgia where she was awarded Top Graduate in Marketing.   Soon after, she moved to Chicago to do a Masters in Economics and began  work at the Board of Trade. Her professional career transitioned to  Medical Device Sales where she was a perennial top performer. After many  years of “chasing commission” she has made it her mission to secure  financial freedom for her family and others through syndications and  coaching individuals to realize their personal potential. www.mandymcallister.com Instagram: @msinvestoragent   You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jan 06, 202248:37
40 Doors in 2 Years of Investing Using BRRRR Methhod - Kayla Thorp #37

40 Doors in 2 Years of Investing Using BRRRR Methhod - Kayla Thorp #37

Rat Race To FI  Show Notes - Kayla Thorp(?)

Suggested Title: Partnering to BRRRR 40+ Units in Two Years with Kayla Throp

New York native Kayla Thorp describes herself as a theater nerd growing up. So much so that she even went to college for it and got her Bachelors in the same exact field. But after just one year in her career in the arts, she realized that line of work wasn’t for her.

Lesson to be learned here: Kayla went to school for work, but she didn’t learn what she wanted her life to look like. That was the pivotal moment that led to real estate. Combining her true personality and natural skills, she got her real estate license and took on a role with an investing company that grew over the years to a managerial position affording her the education to learn the ins and outs of the business.

Upon returning home, she decided that it was time to start investing for herself and her family and she hasn’t looked back since.

And that's where we meet Kayla in this episode. Only after two years of full-time investing, she and her husband have grown their portfolio substantially and the duo show no sign of letting up anytime soon.

Up to date, she has 40 units in her portfolio and is set to close on 10 more before the year comes to an end. Going forward, the focus is on more automation in their business, more partnerships in the commercial space, both in and out of state, and to get to the point where they can eventually fund deals all on their own.

To get in touch with Kayla, follow her on Instagram @thatlandlady

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

Dec 30, 202137:31
The Power of Accountability, Dance and Investing - Tereva Jacobson #36

The Power of Accountability, Dance and Investing - Tereva Jacobson #36

Born and raised in Tahiti, Tereva Jacobson grew up with love and passion for cultural dance. As a senior in high school, she met a boy from Maui and when it came time to decide where she’d attend college, she followed her heart and moved to Maui.

Fast forward to 2018, Tereva opened her very own dance school, which started out as a humble call to action to nurture the next generation of young girls, became a sort of life support for her own self as she grieved, learned, and grew.

And more recently, Tereva has transitioned full time into real estate investing. What started out as a mentorship program, turned into an accountability relationship, that became a business that’s buying back time to be with her growing family.

And that's where we meet Tereva in this episode. She’s growing her portfolio and strengthening her strengths even further.

Up to date, she has properties both in and out of state. Her deal flow since her start in 2020 has consisted of various wholesales, flips, and even BRRRR. Going forward, she plans to continue growing her marketing team, out of state network, and maybe even start dabbling in the commercial space.

To get in touch with Tereva, follow her on Instagram @terevadealsanddance

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!

Dec 23, 202138:43
Fortune Is In The Follow Up In Real Estate Investing - Trysten & Komohai #35

Fortune Is In The Follow Up In Real Estate Investing - Trysten & Komohai #35

Kamohai & Tristyn Kalama

Hawaii natives Hamohai and Tristyn  Kalama are a real estate investing power couple. Hamohai has always been  entrepreneurial, starting multiple businesses with his siblings, and  Tristyn came from a family of real estate investors and basically had  real estate in her DNA. The great thing is they are the first in their  respective families to invest in real estate as a full time business.

It’s  not a surprise that real estate was something they always had in the  back of their mind, but it wasn’t until their first child that they  really considered jumping all the way. And out of all places, it was  during an episode of some HGTV program while Tristyn was tending their  newborn that the lightbulb lit.

With their drive and local  relationships, Kamohai and Tristyn got a fast start and have tried  different strategies. And while they’ve had both success and lessons  with each type, all they know is, even in a booming market like Hawaii,  there are deals to be had.

And that’s where we meet Kamohai and  Tristyn in this episode. Family in tow, these two show no signs of  letting up as they are very much just getting started.

Up to  date, they are on track to close 15 deals for 2021, varying from short  term rentals, long term holds, and flips. They’re in the process of  growing their team and amping up marketing with the goal of doing 20+  deals in the coming year.

To get in touch with Kamohai and Tristyn, follow them on Instagram @kamohaiandtristyn

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The  Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50%  discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real  Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough  time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our  team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our  clients daily!
You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Dec 16, 202154:16
From Firefighter to Mortgage Loan Officer To Real Estate Investor - Aaron Sheets #34

From Firefighter to Mortgage Loan Officer To Real Estate Investor - Aaron Sheets #34

Before delving full time into real estate, Aaron Sheats spent a good amount of time during his career as a firefighter. Having studied music and entrepreneurship in college, that was *obviously* the most logical career path for him. He wasn’t quite sure what he wanted to do after college, but he also knew he didn’t want to do something ordinary. So he gave the Academy a shot and made the leap.

But throughout his time in college and training, real estate was always something that had interested him and kept in the back of his mind. It took a few years, but once he realized how many units it would take for him to quit his day job as a firefighter, he was bitten again by the real estate bug.

Over time, he’s taken his side hustle as a mortgage loan officer and turned it into his full time job. With this scaleable, commission-based work, he’s able to implement the entrepreneurial lessons he’s learned in years past.

And that’s where we meet Aaron in this episode. Investing now for just over a year, what started as a means to quit his day job became the same vehicle to grow his life and wealth.

Up to date, Aaron owns a long term rental along with four short term rental cabins in Gatlinburg. Going forward, he plans to continue his growth trajectory in all aspects of his business from lending, to partnerships, as well as his own personal portfolio. And eventually, dabble in the commercial space.

To get in touch with Aaron, follow him on Instagram @aarsonsheats

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list!

The Rat Race To FI Course and Micro Tribes are now live! Head over to go.ratracetofi.com/optin and enter code: RRHALFOFF at checkout for a 50% discount while supplies last.

Are you a Wholesaler or a Real Estate Professional looking to get more warm leads but don't have enough time to cold call? Visit: reicallcenter.com to learn more about how our team of in house virtual assistants are generating leads for our clients daily!  

You can find Aaron sheets on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronsheats

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Dec 09, 202139:20
Creating And Sticking To A Long Term Plan For Investing - Ian Group #33

Creating And Sticking To A Long Term Plan For Investing - Ian Group #33

Ian Group has always been passionate about real estate, dating back as  far as grade school. Growing up in New York, it’s not hard to see why.  And despite the twists and turns he’s taken both in his life and  professional career, it’s always been linked to some form of real  estate.

Growing up, Ian came from a traditional family and  naturally followed the traditional path. He got good grades, did well in  academics, and was poised to have a successful life. And for what it’s  worth, finishing college and law school, he came out of it in one piece.  But he quickly found out reality wasn’t so kind.

Ian found  himself with a boatload of debt and had to quickly get back on track. He  experimented with his finances, made mistakes, and along the way  learned what worked to now teaching others how to get out of the same  hole he was in all the while raising a family.

And that’s where  we meet Ian in this episode. Despite glazing over his journey to the  present day, Ian has come a long way and the amazing thing is he’s only  really just getting started.

Up to date, Ian is the Head of  Customer Success at ProDeal. He’s on track to pay off the remaining of  his over $200K in student loan debt and aims to acquire his first rental  property in 2022.

To get in touch with Ian, follow him on Instagram @ianbuildswealth

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 You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Dec 02, 202138:16
Shredding Your Mortgage By Leveraging HELOCs - Amanda Schweiger #32

Shredding Your Mortgage By Leveraging HELOCs - Amanda Schweiger #32

Amanda Schweiger, based just outside of Boise, Idaho, got her start  in real estate investing about half a decade ago as she was trying to  balance out being a new mother while working a full time job. Born out  of necessity, she fell upon AirBNB. And she hasn’t looked back since.

Being  the workaholic that she is, her work ethic in sales naturally carried  over to entrepreneurship. The more and more she learned about the wealth  building power of real estate, the more and more real it became to her  and her life. What started out as a means to be a good mom turned into a  machine to be an even better one.

And that's where we meet  Amanda in this episode. While she’s accomplished a lot already, and in a  lot of ways comfortable with the life she’s built, she’s at the point  now where she’s ready to really take off with her business.

Up  to date, she’s recently sold one of her properties and is exchanging  into more. She’s utilizing the “Shred My Mortgage” method while  continuing to build her short term rental portfolio. She has a cabin  rental in the works and looks to only grow from here.

To get in touch with Amanda, follow her on Instagram @shes_henry_on_fire

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Nov 18, 202144:45
 Insurance Claims, Multi-Family, and Masterminds -Jose Linares #31

Insurance Claims, Multi-Family, and Masterminds -Jose Linares #31

Jose Linares, born and raised in Chicago, was a bonafide introvert for most of his childhood. Being a lover of ice hockey, sadly that dream never worked out for him (yet!). So after high school, he decided to move to the West Coast and get his party degree in Arizona State.

This is where he learned the importance of your environment and circle. Upon seeing his family again after his time there, it was as if he was a different person, outgoing, vocal, and talkative. This principle has carried over to his investing career.

Upon graduation, Jose realized he had had enough of the cold and decided to move to sunny Southern California permanently and that’s where he’s been living ever since. He got his start working insurance claims, which paid off his debts, and then made the transition to restoration.

And that’s where we meet Jose in this episode. While it was several years in the making, from education, masterminding, and eventually taking action, Jose is on the fast track to financial independence.

Up to date, he owns 22 units which he will reinvest into a larger 40+ units within the next few months. And eventually transition into doing real estate full time. He’s learned that he is passionate about acquisitions and has accepted that operations are better off done by better people in his team so for the foreseeable future, it’s all about growth.

To get in touch with Jose, follow him on Instagram @claimstofire

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You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Nov 11, 202144:34
Millionaire by 30, Sales, Hunting and Real Estate Investing - The Finance Cowboy #30

Millionaire by 30, Sales, Hunting and Real Estate Investing - The Finance Cowboy #30

Jaren Sustar goes by the name of The Finance cowboy. Started his career in sales after college, going into real estate investing and becoming a millionaire by the age of 30. The Finance cowboy talks to us on how he has built his investment portfolio in single family homes, mobile homes and Short term rentals. You can find The Finance Cowboy on Instagram and other platforms @financecowboy .

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Nov 04, 202146:31
Side Hustles, Location Independence, and Cash Flow - Sharon Tseung #29

Side Hustles, Location Independence, and Cash Flow - Sharon Tseung #29

Self-described as an introvert, Sharon Tseung spent a lot of her early  life doing solo activities to pass the days. For example, at one point  in her life, she was a nationally ranked chess player. Then going into  high school, she decided it was time to break out of her shell.  She began to take on the likes of music composition and acting in an  effort to be more comfortable with discomfort, and more recently,  podcasting!  In 2016, she left her life behind and traveled abroad for a few years  and that was the launching pad for where her life and career are at  today. She learned about location independence, digital nomadism, and  upon her return to the mainland, real estate.   And that's where we meet Sharon in this episode. She recently got  engaged and has jumped all into growing her life and helping more  people, all while working a full time job.   Up to date, she owns 23 units across multiple states and has a social  media following of over 500,000 people! Going forward, she plans to  continue growing her brand centered around digital nomadism with an  added emphasis on real estate/financial independence educational  content. And as far as real estate goes, she will be moving to Dallas to  dabble in the short term rental market and continue to scale through  partnerships and large multi-family rentals.   

To get in touch with Sharon, follow her on Instagram @sharontseung  

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For 20% off on Sharon’s Remote Rental Riches Course, visit:  courses.digitalnomadquest.com and enter code: “Rat Race” while supplies  last. 

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  

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Oct 28, 202132:07
Most Powerful Real Estate Investing Lessons - Felipe and Diego #28

Most Powerful Real Estate Investing Lessons - Felipe and Diego #28

Our hosts Diego and Felipe combined have over a decade’s worth of real  estate knowledge and experience that spans from both their individual  portfolios and partnerships To say the least, their business today is in  many ways the same as when they first started, and at the same time, a  whole lifetime's worth of differences.  In this episode, they go over some of the biggest and best lessons  they’ve learned thus far into their real estate career ranging from  managing properties, developing mindset, and practicing integrity.  We hope these lessons give you the push you needed to get started or  simply do more. And remember, the lessons are bigger than real estate  itself.   To get in touch with Felipe, follow him on Instagram @felipemejiarei To get in touch with Diego, follow him on Instragram @realdiegocorzo  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list.     You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   

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#realestate #cashflow #rentals  

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Oct 21, 202149:51
Local, Long Distance and Short Term Rental Investing - Diana Oceguera #27

Local, Long Distance and Short Term Rental Investing - Diana Oceguera #27

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Diana Oceguera was a first generation  immigrant of Mexican descent. And one of the biggest things she prides  herself with is her competitiveness.  Whether it was academics or sports, Diana always pushed herself to be  better. So when it came time to go to college, while she was reluctant  at first, she stuck to her word to her parents and became the only  person in their family (so far) to have a Master’s Degree, all while  doing it as a young mother.  She works full time as a licensed therapist and took the leap into the  real estate pond right before the pandemic hit.   And that's where we meet Diana in this episode. In her first year alone,  she’s already surpassed her initial life goal so we’re excited to see  her grow and thrive!  Up to date, she has one rental in California, one rental in Florida, and  one short term rental (AirBNB) in Tennessee. Her next immediate goal is  to acquire another short term cabin rental in Gatlinburg.   To get in touch with Diana, follow her on Instagram @diana.oceguera.rei  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list.    You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Oct 07, 202149:41
From Intern to 550 Units By The Age of 26 - Adrian Salazar #26

From Intern to 550 Units By The Age of 26 - Adrian Salazar #26

At an early age, Adrian Salazar developed a passion for real estate architecture. But it wasn’t until a little later in life that he realized the wealth-building power of real estate investing.

Growing up, Adrian played a lot of sports. He had a knack for being the hardest worker in the room and pushing himself to his limits. And so naturally, he made the people around him better. And this approach and attitude still rings true in his business today.

By having a go-getter mentality and being brutally honest with himself, Adrian has been able to accomplish in a decade what most will take a career (or lifetime) to achieve. He strives to always find a way to rise to the occasion and raise the bar even higher.

And that’s where we meet Adrian in this episode. His story is one of sheer grit and determination as it relates to opportunities and business.

Up to date, Adrian is on track to have 550 units under his belt. At the time of this recording, he was closing on a 350 unit apartment syndication. Along with growing his own portfolio, he wants to continue growing Two Ten Management and eventually dabble in commercial development. But the game plan now (and will always will be) is to continue growing his brand and going onto bigger and better things.

To get in touch with Adrian, follow him on Instagram @adriannsalazar_

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Sep 30, 202146:26
From the Military to Real Estate Investor and Businessman - Naaman Taylor #25

From the Military to Real Estate Investor and Businessman - Naaman Taylor #25

Coming from Cleveland, Ohio, Naaman Taylor developed grit early during  his childhood. It wasn’t always easy to stay out of trouble because of  his rough environment and home life, but he managed to get through it  unscathed and made the decision to join the military out of high school.  Through several deployments overseas since enlisting in 2009, he got to  see just a slightly bigger picture of the world and was bitten by the  travel bug. Fast forward to present day pandemic, Naaman had a lot of  newfound time on his hands. Once the video games got old, he began self  educating on personal finance and investing, ultimately deciding that  real estate would be his vehicle of choice.   And that’s where we meet Naaman in this episode. We delve deep into  Naaman’s approach to his business and life and how it all comes down to  taking action. Idea, vision, theory, and fact.  Up to date, Naaman has 20 rental units under his belt, is the acting CEO  of Marching Time Capital, and is a micro-tribe leader for our very own  Rat Race To Fi Mastermind. He plans on continuing to grow and improve  his wholesaling company, his Turo business, and still be able to do a  flip every quarter all while maintaining his W-2 job in the military.   

To get in touch with Naaman, follow him on Instagram @naaman_taylor  

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Sep 16, 202101:00:25
Rental Arbitrage To Financial Independence - Lucas Piper #24

Rental Arbitrage To Financial Independence - Lucas Piper #24

Lucas Piper didn’t like rules a whole lot as a kid. He struggled staying  engaged in class, had encounters with the police, and had even almost  been sent to military school. He describes this time of his life as a  sort of balancing act between being a “good kid” for teachers and other  adults and being a “rebel type” because he wanted more excitement in his  life.  Coming out of college, he was a social worker so, naturally, that meant  he didn’t make a whole lot of money. But the wheels were set in motion  for Lucas after he went to a Tony Robbins event and there met our host  Diego Corzo.   They formed a friendly business relationship and with the opportunities,  Lucas began to take action. His mindset grew and his perspective  shifted.  And that’s where we meet Lucas in this episode. He is financially  independent and has been without a day job for over a year! His time now  is focused on continuing to grow his business while not having to  sacrifice his lifestyle, and within that, doing more service and  spending more time with loved ones.   Up to date, he has a total of 15 properties in his portfolio consisting  of properties he owns and rental arbitrages. He’s projectected to have  20 properties total by the end of the year. And at the time of this  recording, he was just about to get engaged!  To get in touch with Lucas, email him at:  rentals@fivestarvacationhomerentals.com  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list.   

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Sep 09, 202101:01:49
Taking Advantage of Every Opportunity into Real Estate Investing - Alex Camacho #23

Taking Advantage of Every Opportunity into Real Estate Investing - Alex Camacho #23

Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley in California, Alex had  humble beginnings as a child of immigrant parents. Early on, he knew he  wanted to provide for himself and not need to rely on his parents.  He was a bit of an outcast as a teen and coming right out of high  school, he got his start in the banking business. He made decent money,  considering he had no experience, and up to that point in his life,  thought that this would be his profession for good.  Lo and behold, he made the transition into the mortgage business and  began to make over six figures annually. This would pave the way for a  major setback for Alex because it was right around the time of The  Recession. What happens when you take a kid with nothing and then give  him a lot of something without the proper education to take care of that  thing? That kid would likely lose it, and that Alex did.  But through sheer grit and humility, Alex took all the experience he had  making money for other people and made the jump to working for himself  and has been for the last two years.  And that’s where we meet Alex in this episode. Up to date, Alex is a  full time real estate investor expanding (and replicating) his real  estate business into the Hawaii market. He’s connected with investors  across the country and shares his journey very openly on social media.  Today, he’s focused on growing his company and being a better leader to  his team.  

To get in touch with Alex, follow them on Instagram @alexcamachotv  

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Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei

Sep 02, 202145:17
21 Doors in 1 Year By Normalizing Risk & No Excuses Real Estate Investing -Soli Cayetano #22

21 Doors in 1 Year By Normalizing Risk & No Excuses Real Estate Investing -Soli Cayetano #22

Soli Cayetano grew up in small town Pacifica, CA, just outside of the  Bay Area. Growing up, finances and “money talk” were all taboo in her  family. As such, at a young age, Soli hustled hard to make money to  ensure she wouldn’t be a financial burden to her parents.  It also helped that she liked a boy who was already into personal  finance because she’d use that to try and talk to him more. Unbeknownst  to her, she’d get to read and learn all the same things most new  investors do when starting out.  She was a major nerd in high school, and like many other young people  who did really well in school, she had no real idea of what she wanted  to do with her life. Maybe non-profit work? Something for the good of  humanity?   During college, she worked in a coffee shop and had a regular who was a  real estate agent. What intrigued her about this guy was the lifestyle  he lived. And upon building a working relationship with him, she came to  understand just how big her life could be.   At 23 years old, that’s where we meet Soli in this episode.  Up to date, she owns 21 units and works as a commercial real estate  broker. Over the course of the next year, she plans on ramping up all  fronts of her businesses. She wants to get to a total of 50 units, close  10 wholesale deals, and get to a point where she can close one flip a  month, all the while doing it in a systematized and delegated manner.   To get in touch with Soli, follow her on Instagram @lattes.and.leases  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list.    You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.    SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Aug 19, 202154:58
Top 10 Real Estate Investing Questions We Get Asked - Felipe Mejia and Diego Corzo #21

Top 10 Real Estate Investing Questions We Get Asked - Felipe Mejia and Diego Corzo #21

Top 10 Real Estate Investing Questions We Get Asked The Most

We recently put out a poll on @felipemejiarei’s Instagram asking his followers what questions they have about all things real estate investing.

In this episode, we compiled a list of the most-frequently asked questions we get and each give our own hot take about them.

So in no particular order of importance, here are the questions we address:

How to start investing in real estate while in college?

Pay down debt or invest in real estate?

My parents won’t let me invest because “I’m too young.”

What if the market turns?

What strategy is best from the ones we hear about?

My significant other doesn’t want to invest in real estate?

What would you tell yourself if you had to start over?

How do you plan your goals?

Who do you look up to the most and why?

Does Rat Race To FI Mastermind work?

To get in touch with Felipe, follow him on Instagram @felipemejiarei

To get in touch with Diego, follow him on Instragram @realdiegocorzo

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Aug 12, 202147:18
Starting Multiple Real Estate Businesses By Leveraging Your Network- Anton Zherelyev #20

Starting Multiple Real Estate Businesses By Leveraging Your Network- Anton Zherelyev #20

We feature another one of our Rat Race To FI Mastermind members who is killing it as he nears the end of his first year in real estate, Anton Zherelyev.

Anton first immigrated to the United States from Russia when he was only 11 years old. And he’s been residing in Miami, Florida for the last decade. Being 34 years old now, Anton’s biggest hurdle was simply getting started.

Coming from Corporate America, Anton was on track to one day become the vice president of the company he worked for. His trajectory changed with one small, social media connection. With that, not only has he sowed many fruits thus far, more seeds are still being planted with each new deal.

And that’s where we meet Anton in this episode. His story is still very much being written. If his first year is a testament to what Anton’s potential is, who knows what Year 2 and onwards will bring out of him?

Up to date, he’s flipped one property, wholesaled a total of $17K in income, has started a VA cold-calling company, and aims to acquire his first rental before the end of the year.

To get in touch with Anton, follow them on Instagram @anton_ilya

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Aug 05, 202142:36
Crushed Dreams To Successful Businessman and Investor - Felipe Mejia #19

Crushed Dreams To Successful Businessman and Investor - Felipe Mejia #19

Felipe Mejia tells his story on how his original goals and dreams were crushed, but then had a new lease on life, making him a successful investor and businessman. 

A few episodes ago, we got to hear the story of one half of our hosts on the show. In this episode, we feature the other half, Felipe Mejia.

Growing up, Felipe never fully fit in with any one crowd in grade school because of his background and ethnicity. And to make matters more interesting, he wasn’t always the most well-behaved kid either. So much so that he even had to transfer into alternative school for selling drugs in 10th grade.

Several years later when Felipe was pursuing what he thought was his dream career in law enforcement, he was denied the opportunity almost entirely because of his race. But once he got over the initial shock, he was able to open his mind to the new opportunity and set his sights once again.

And that’s where we meet Felipe in this episode. It’s safe to say that the setbacks he had early on in life set him up to live a life of financial freedom today.

Up to date, Felipe owns over 30 units valued at about $2M. Along with hosting this podcast, he is a coach for the Rat Race To Fi Mastermind. And as far as growing his personal portfolio, he plans to continue scaling it through different and various partnerships.

To get in touch with Felipe, follow them on Instagram @felipemejiarei

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Jul 29, 202148:60
$100K in Student Debt ,House Hacking and Investing - Ali & Josh #18

$100K in Student Debt ,House Hacking and Investing - Ali & Josh #18

The adage “opposites attract” ring true in the case of Ali & Josh. Ali describes herself as a high-strung Type A and Josh as more of a low-key Type B personality. Ali was heavily into the big crowds and AP classes, while Josh’s world was centered around sports and working part-time jobs.

The two first met in college, where they racked up a combined total of $100K in student loan debt once it was all said and done. And when they began their respective careers, they found themselves pulled between the Dave Ramsy and Rich Dad Poor Dad school of thoughts.

Josh was pretty sure on who he wanted to follow, but for Ali, it took more nurturing until she was convinced of real estate as well. So much so, it wasn’t until they acquired their first deal that she fully believed in the power of passive income.

And that’s where we meet Ali & Josh in this episode. Their story is one of growing their financial literacy and taking control of their financial future, and doing it both as spouses and partners.

Up to date, they are House Hacking their second property. Going Into the next year, they want to acquire more rental units using private money funding. They recently wrote an eBook (The House Hacker's Handbook: A Beginner's Guide to Landing Your First or Next House Hack) and are coaching beginners on finance and real estate investing.

To get in touch with Ali & Josh, follow them on Instagram @theficouple

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list.

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jul 22, 202150:48
 Letting Go of Your Resistance To Success - Jason Drees #17

Letting Go of Your Resistance To Success - Jason Drees #17

Here’s an inside look at one of our recent Rat Race To FI Mastermind sessions, just one of the many guests and conversations we have on a weekly basis.

Jason Drees is a performance coach who got started in the business back in 2013 when he was working with Tony Robbins. Prior to that, he’d been in sales for pretty much his entire career. The moment that changed it all was when his own coach asked him if he’d ever thought of being a coach himself. He’s been coaching full time ever since.

In this Rat Race To FI Mastermind episode, Jason delves deep into reframing your alignment, controlling your conditioning, marking success as the starting point, and much more!

Up to date, Jason is in the process of publishing his first book and is looking to continue growing his coaching reach.

To get in touch with Jason, follow him on Instagram @jasondreescoaching

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list

Jul 15, 202101:17:54
6 Key Steps To Financial Independence - Diego Corzo , Felipe Mejia #16

6 Key Steps To Financial Independence - Diego Corzo , Felipe Mejia #16

While the exact description and situation of financial independence may vary from one person to another, we simply define it as having your passive income be able to cover all of your monthly expenses. In other words, you no longer need to trade time for money and your money works for you.  And the great thing is it doesn’t take a 45 year career to do it. And once you’re there, attracting more money becomes even easier. Just like everyone else, all you have to do is start.  Here’s a preview of the six steps to financial independence that we used to achieve it for ourselves and also share with our own community of people looking to do the same.  1. Mastering personal finances. 2. Scheduling personal development. 3. Power of your tribe. 4. Set your goals and set up accountability. 5. Increasing your income. 6. Investing.  And above all else, have a strong “why” and start with that.  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list      You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei #realestate #cashflow #rentals https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jul 08, 202149:47
From Genetics and Dave Ramsey To Buying Rentals -Sarah King #15

From Genetics and Dave Ramsey To Buying Rentals -Sarah King #15

Sarah King tried to run from the nerd life as an adolescent but now  she’s embraced it and built her brand around it. But before she ever  stumbled across real estate, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that she  was one of those kids that followed the traditional path. She did well  in school, got a good job, and naturally, got into a boatload of debt.  So for a while, she was a Dave Ramsey fanatic. She realized that while  she lived the “good life,” she wouldn’t really be able to live the life  she wanted if she was tied up with $100K in debt. Eventually, she got  financially on track, picked herself back up, and searched for what was  next. She knew she was unchained to then go out and reach for financial  independence.   And that’s where we meet Sarah in this episode. Her story is one of  resilience and growth. She’s gone through the grind, she’s gone through  separation, and now she’s focused on moving forward.  Up to date, Sarah works a day job as a “medical expert in genetics.” She  owns three units and is selling her other rentals she co-owned prior.  She is looking to purchase more with the proceeds and has made tenant  retention her focus while she House Hacks with her daughter. She’s  working on new real estate educational content that are set to be  released in the coming months and currently hosts the Nerd's Guide To FI  Podcast.  To get in touch with Sarah, follow her on Instagram @nerdsguidetofi  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list.    You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jul 01, 202158:58
Building The Largest Wholesale Team At 25 Years Old -Gonzalo Corzo #14

Building The Largest Wholesale Team At 25 Years Old -Gonzalo Corzo #14

If you didn’t already recognize the last name, we sit down with Diego’s  little brother Gonzalo Corzo in this episode. Gonzalo’s journey really  started after one fateful weekend where he was exposed to all things  entrepreneurship, personal finance, and of course, real estate.   Prior to then, he viewed real estate as something his brother did (as  Diego’s Realtor career was just beginning to take off at the time) and  didn’t really see himself being fulfilled by much of the same things.  But sure enough, after that one retreat, Gonzalo was bitten by the bug.  He dropped out of college and has never looked back.  The years that followed consisted of many hours of networking,  shadowing, working for free, working part time, and learning. He fell in  love with the thrill of the sale and now mentors and employs others who  want the same thing.   Up to date, Gonzalo owns and operates his wholesaling company Cash  Geeks, who just last month, grossed $372K in sales while currently  employing 17 in-house employees and eight virtual assistants. In the  four years since he started the company, he’s crossed the threshold into  being a scaled production, and the biggest challenge going forward is  to continue working in the business while finding more time and leverage  to work on the business.   To get in touch with Gonzalo, follow him on Instagram @realgonzalocorzo  To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to:  go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list  You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much  business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind  community.  SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jun 24, 202158:33
Using E-Commerce Profits to Buy Real Estate - Cristian Trujillo #13

Using E-Commerce Profits to Buy Real Estate - Cristian Trujillo #13

Having come to the United States on a Visa as a 13 year old boy, Cristian Trujillo describes the whole experience as something to that of entering a whole new world. He discovered hot water, the highway system, and even electronic garage doors. And the only English he spoke was to say what his name was.  For the first few years, things went well, until 2007 hit and his aunt and uncle lost their home and were forced to move into a one bedroom apartment. Seven different people shared that space. And the best part, he was now in high school.  Like many immigrant children that come into the United States, once they come of age, they begin to realize all the hoops and barriers they have to work around to be a functioning member of society. Cristian was no different. Still, at an early age while in Air Force Bootcamp, he decided he did not want to have a boss for the rest of his life. And that’s where we meet Cristian in this episode.  Up to date, Cristian runs a million dollar e-commerce business. Just last year, he started coaching new entrepreneurs on how to start and grow their own e-commerce stores. He owns four single families in Georgia and also built a triplex in Columbia where he grew up. He’s also been to over 25 countries and aims to purchase more real estate throughout the U.S. and ultimately branch out to the world!

To get in touch with Cristian, follow him on Instagram @cristiant8a  

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list     

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind community.  

SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP?  Join our Mastermind:   https://www.ratracetofi.com   Send Us A DM On Instagram:  Diego Corzo:  https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo  Felipe Mejia:  https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei  #realestate #cashflow #rentals  https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofi  Email: info@ratracetofi.com

Jun 17, 202141:08
Growing Up A Third Culture Kid & Investing Across The World - David Grabiner #12

Growing Up A Third Culture Kid & Investing Across The World - David Grabiner #12

David Grabiner is what is known as a “Third Culture Kid,” meaning they’ve lived in a culture different than their parents’ and lived much of their developmental years in a different environment as well. In David’s case, he was born in the United States and then did much of his schooling in Africa, and then went to college in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

David, shortly after graduating, would then return to Africa to help his wife’s family with their hospital’s administrative side of things, given he did just graduate with an MBA. And it was at this point he discovered Mr. Money Mustache and began to think about financial independence.

For his first deal, he partnered with his father and within three years, achieved financial independence. And that’s where we meet David in this episode.

Up to date, David owns 170 units along with three commercial buildings totalling over $26M in value. He started his own asset management company and is also self managing his commercial properties. He’s currently accepting accredited investors looking to invest a minimum of $100K and is growing his Homeless to Homeowner affordable housing program. He’s on track to surpass his goal of $20M in real estate acquisitions this year and shares his knowledge on social media.

To get in touch with David, follow him on Instagram @diy_landlord

To learn more about the Rat Race To FI Mastermind group, head over to: go.ratracetofi.com/optin and join our waiting list

You can join us in conversations such as this one, and receive so much business related knowledge when you are part of our mastermind community. SEEKING MENTOR-SHIP? Join our Mastermind: https://www.ratracetofi.com Send Us A DM On Instagram: Diego Corzo: https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo Felipe Mejia: https://www.instagram.com/felipemejiarei

https://www.instagram.com/ratracetofiEmail: info@ratracetofi.com

Jun 10, 202153:43