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Fletcher Wheaton had been investing in real estate in the New Orleans area since 2008 until one weekend trip pushed him to change course and jump cross-country. Now, he’s investing in the Baja Peninsula in Mexico, specializing in pre-construction, vacation homes, and investment rental properties. He stopped by in our podcast to share his journey from the United States to Mexico, his jump from oil and gas to real estate, and the strategies that helped him succeed in this industry.Listen to Fletcher and learn ways to invest outside the United States! [00:01 – 04:45] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Fletcher WheatonHe talks about this life-changing weekend getaway[04:46 – 15:05] The Truth About Investing in Real EstateWhy he jumped from the oil & gas industry to real estate What real estate investors should know about risk levels Are you looking for a property in Mexico?Listen to Fletcher’s insights [15:06 – 25:03] The Reality of Investing Outside the United StatesHow old are the properties that Fletcher is talking about? Here’s another reason to fall in love with Los CabosFletcher talks about the first step in investing outside the United States[25:04 – 30:50] Boosting Your Online Presence With Videos Fletcher shares his experience shooting drone videos of his properties He talks about the power of video in boosting your online presence The challenges of outsourcing video production [30:51 – 37:43] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Drifter hotel in New OrleansWhat's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Outdoor activitiesWhat offers you the most fulfillment in life?Providing for his family through something he enjoys the mostConnect with Fletcher. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:“As long as you’re staying consistent and you have processes...I think that’s a good thing." –  Fletcher Wheaton“Being able to provide for my family by doing something that I really enjoy...that means a lot to me." –  Fletcher WheatonResources mentionedZillowYou can email fletcher@bajasmart.com to connect with Fletcher or follow him on LinkedIn and YouTube. Check out his website to learn more about his work in Mexico! LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Apurva Shah and Jack Yen are managing partners at JAYS Properties, LLC, helping their clients invest in high-growth markets and bringing them above-average returns. They drop by in our podcast to share their journey as real estate investors and reveal the reality of investing in mobile home parks. Aside from practical tips to raise money in this space, they also share their bigger “why” that drives them to work their best every single day. Listen to Apurva and Jack to grow a mobile home portfolio while working full time! [00:01 – 04:07] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Apurva Shah and Jack YenThey talk about their journey to real estate investing [04:08 – 14:33] Don’t Accept a No So Easily Apurva and Jack tells us the reality about finding the right real estate partnerWhy they’ve chosen mobile homes for their portfolioApurva doesn’t personally accept a no, and here’s why [14:34 – 23:43] How to Build Safe Communities Apurva and Jack explain the ins and outs of mobile home parks How they measure safety in a communityThe biggest factor in their underwriting decisions [23:44 – 34:00] How to Balance Investing and Working Full TimeDon’t miss their secrets in managing their mobile home portfolio! Investing in real estate and working full time in a W2 jobWhere to find the right people in real estate[34:01 – 40:17] The Best Investment An Investor Can MakeThe best investment you can make according to Jack The importance of mindset in real estate investingThey break down the lessons they learned from their recent deal[40:18 – 46:06] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Mobile home parks for ApurvaEscape Rooms for JackWhat's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Basketball and running for JackTravelling, snowboarding, and wakeboarding for ApurvaWhat offers you the most fulfillment in life?Creating a safe community for both of them Connect with Apurva and Jack. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:“If we’re gonna be syndicating capital and we’re taking on other people’s money, I wanna treat it as my own because I personally don’t wanna lose any money..." –  Apurva Shah “Stepping away from your high paying job is always very difficult but that partnership, that passion, that you have someone that you can rely on, that’s definitely put me in a much better position..." – Jack YenResources mentionedBook: Rich Dad, Poor DadBiggerPocketsYou can email apurva.liberty.solutions@gmail.com to connect with Apurva or follow him on LinkedIn. Jack is also on LinkedIn.Check out JAYS Properties to start investing in mobile homes! LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Our amazing guest for today is Larry Long, Jr., the Chief Energy Officer of Larry Long Jr LLC. For almost 2 decades now, he has been helping people, teams, and organizations go from good to great, bringing exciting energy and valuable insights to the table. He is also extremely passionate about coaching, influencing, and impacting the people around him positively. As an experienced sales leader with a proven track record in the SaaS space, he carries a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges faced by salespersons. That is why Larry drops by in our podcast to talk about his journey and share some valuable pieces of advice about empowerment and success in the sales industry. Listen to Larry’s story and learn how to empower others too! [00:01 – 05:40] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Larry Long Jr.What Larry learned early on as a business owner[05:41 – 15:42] Being a Positive Influence Larry shares the story of how he learned to “sell himself”Sales touches every aspect of lifeLarry explainsHe talks about the “Spirit of Giving”The ability to influence and impact others positively Larry shares his experience [15:43 – 26:50] Difference Between Contacts and Contracts Are you planning to start your own business now?Here’s Larry’s advice for you The key difference between contacts and contracts Why being a jack-of-all trades, master-of-none won’t work for you[26:51 – 37:20] Is Mentorship Really Important? The words you tell yourself have a huge impact on your lifeLarry gives his insightsWhy not knowing everything is actually beneficial for your businessDon’t be scared to ask for help! The importance of having a mentor in your life and business[37:21 – 44:33] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? His first angel deal What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Playing golf Bonding with his family What offers you the most fulfillment in life?Being able to give something to someone else's lifeConnect with Larry. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:“It’s not what you know and it’s not even who you know. It’s who knows you and who trusts you and who believes in you that really makes things happen." –  Larry Long Jr.“When you speak with folks, ask them ‘How are you doing?’ and then shut up and listen..." –  Larry Long Jr.Resources mentionedBook: The Go-Giver, Expanded EditionIndividuals to followBob BurgSteve NudelbergJim RohnYou can email larry@larrylongjr.com to connect with Larry or follow him on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Are you ready to reinvigorate your life? Visit his personal website to get started! Watch his show, the Midweek Midday Motivational Minute, on YouTube!LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

A kick in the back of his head literally and figuratively turned Chris Wirthlin’s life around. Little did he know that this moment would lead him to an exciting journey that would bring him all the blessings he’s enjoying today. Now a serial entrepreneur, he helps homeowners sell their houses stress-free -- whatever their reason, regardless of their condition. Today, he’s on a path of scaling his real estate tech firm, merging technology and real estate into a sustainable and successful business model. Learn his story on how he built his firm brick by brick. [00:01 – 03:06] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Chris WirthlinThe reality that homeowners should realize [03:07 – 13:40] A Life-Changing Injury Why sell your house with Brick according to Chris How he started his first company as a 17-year old student How a kick in the back of his head led him to entrepreneurship[13:41 – 23:46] Building a Brand That Reflects YouThe early challenges that Chris needed to overcome Chris walks us through the process of selling his first businessWhat he learned from exit strategies [23:47 – 33:20] The Power of Automations in Real EstateChris was once “anti-entrepreneurship”What made him change? The lessons he learned from speaking Japanese How to go from 0 to $100,000 in 18 days [33:21 – 48:12] Building a Firm Brick by Brick The dangers of growing your business too quickly How he built his real estate firm bring by brickThe wealth generation potential of real estateChris tells us why you should not immediately flip a house Use your 9-5 job creatively to have more passive income Chris tells us how[48:13 – 56:32] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Investing in his personal growth What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Hiking with his wife and their dogsPlaying games What offers you the most fulfillment in life?Solving problemsHelping peopleConnect with Chris. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:“I truly believe real estate is the best wealth generation vehicle out there." –  Chris Wirthlin“I think the thing that has made me [happiest] is focusing and prioritizing the relationship with my wife and my daughter over everything else." –  Chris WirthlinResources mentionedKeller Williams RealtyYou can email chris@brick.works to connect with Chris or follow him on LinkedIn. Experience a stress-free selling experience. Check out https://mybrickoffer.com/ and https://brick.works/ to get started! LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Michael Eckstein started doing accounting services for his father, but an “Aha!” moment changed his mindset about accounting. From compliance, his motivation for offering his services evolved into consulting, helping business owners build their businesses according to their goals. He also shares some interesting insights about success and business scaling. Michael believes that you don’t necessarily have to be the best in what you do. Being above average can be enough for you. He also thinks that not all businesses should be scaled. It depends on what your goals are and what lifestyle you want to live.  [00:01 – 04:06] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Michael EcksteinHow Michael became a top-rated accountant in his area [04:07 – 09:31] Michael’s Outlook on the accounting business Is accounting really a stable career?Michael shares his experience  From compliance to consultingMichael’s change in his accounting approachYou can live as just being above average and not necessarily the  best Michael explains [09:32 – 20:04] The Right Business Advice For YouMichael reveals the “Aha!” moment that changed his life How to find a business advice relevant to your businessMichael shares his secrets Small business vs startupWhat’s really the difference?[20:05 – 35:17] Buying or Exiting a Business What you should know about exiting a businessWhat if you want to buy a business?Here are Michael’s tips for you Michael shares his story of starting his newsletter[35:18 – 39:39] Knowing Your Audience The bad practices of creating a newsletter you should avoid The power of being relatable to your clients Here’s what we mean by “Know your audience”[39:40 – 47:47] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Make sure you have plans in your retirement What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?RunningWhat offers you the most fulfillment in life?His newsletterThe pieces of advice he gives Connect with Michael. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:“Figure out exactly where you’re trying to take your business, how it fits into your goals, then pick advisors from there." –  Michael Eckstein“Remember that outside advice isn’t supposed to replace your thoughts. It’s supposed to supplement them.." –  Michael EcksteinResources mentionedGreg CrabtreeBook: Building a StoryBrandYou can email michael@ecksteintaxservices.com to connect with Michael or follow him on LinkedIn and Facebook. Check out Eckstein Advisory and Eckstein Tax Services to have a peace of mind in your tax and accounting needs! Learn Michael’s favorite articles and resources to start a newsletter! Start here. LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Matt Picheny is focused on developing passive income streams that enable investors to write their own story, and choose how they want to spend their time. He specializes in revitalizing and elevating communities through real estate investment, community enrichment, climate sensitivity, and the arts.Matt has over 15 years of experience in property analysis, financing, acquisition, construction, operations, and has invested in over 7,000 apartments nationwide. He is a licensed real estate agent, a Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac approved buyer and has earned both Commercial Real Estate & Real Estate Finance certificates from Boston University. Matt is a member of the Fast Company Executive Board and the Forbes Real Estate Council.A native of Orlando Florida, and a former actor, Matt still believes in happily ever after. He lives with his wife and their two daughters in Boston and in his downtime enjoys long walks on the beach, Broadway, Rock and Roll, and great barbecue.[00:01 – 07:04] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Matt PichenyHe talks about his unconventional path to real estate [07:05 – 18:11] Matt’s Outlook on the Rental Market Matt talks about his outlook on the rental market Did his acting career help him in real estate investing?We have an interesting exchange about Airbnb and Vrbo [18:12 – 28:32] Active or Passive? Here’s a home-building story you should not miss!Should you go active or passive Matt shares a piece of advice  Investing in Broadway shows Matt’s experience here [28:33 – 38:19] Why Choose Syndication  The exit strategy for a broadway show looks like thisMatt chose the syndication route for these reasons The challenges that Matt needed to overcome [38:20 – 48:21] Positive Impacts from Real Estate Investing Matt’s motivations for writing his bookMaking a positive impact on the world He gives us a sneak peek into his cash flow [48:22 – 52:23] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Broadway shows What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Spending time with his kids Going out with his familyWhat offers you the most fulfillment in life?Helping others Connect with Matt. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:"Passive or active [investing] is not a get-rich-quick [scheme]. It’s just not. It’s hard work." –  Matt Picheny"I also think the arts can be a catalyst for social and societal change." –  Matt PichenyResources mentionedAirbnbVrboTripadvisorHabitat for HumanityRobert KiyosakiYou can email matt@picheny.com to connect with Matt or follow him on LinkedIn and Facebook. Check out his personal website to make informed decisions about your investments, generate a positive impact on the world, and tell your own story. GRAB a copy of Matt’s book, Backstage Guide To Real Estate, soon! LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Anthony Vicino is a best-selling author, real estate investor, and serial entrepreneur committed to helping people maximize their Return on Life. He co-founded Invictus Capital, a multifamily acquisition firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota with $15 million in assets under management that provides busy working professionals with the opportunity to invest better.He firmly believes investing shouldn't be complicated, scary, or overwhelming. That’s why he and his co-founder, Dan Krueger, regularly releases bite-sized information about multifamily investing in their podcast, Multifamily Investing Made Simple. Anthony is also the author of Passive Investing Made Simple. [00:01 – 04:11] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Anthony VicinoWorking in a vertically integrated firm[04:12 – 09:40] A Person’s Most Valuable Currency The most valuable currency according to Anthony This is not the worst advice ever… Anthony looks back to his journey to multifamily investing [09:41 – 19:19] From Lack of Focus to Having Power Turning lack of focus into a superpowerAnthony tells us how How to monetize your creativity Anthony realized he needed to be “arrogant” Here’s what he learned [19:20 – 29:22] Building Successful Businesses  Can you earn passive income from books?Why you should create evergreen contentWhoever’s closest to the consumer wins Anthony explains [29:23 – 39:11] Creating and Storytelling How to present yourself to your target market What young people should learn about doing what they want to do Anthony shares how he generates cash flow today [39:12 – 42:29] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? His investment in his very first business What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Playing tennis and chessReadingWhat offers you the most fulfillment in life?Creating and bringing something into reality Connect with Anthony. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:"Creativity, for me, is the ability to take two or more pieces of disconnected information and apply them together in new, novel functional ways." – Anthony Vicino"You have to have enough arrogance to keep pushing forward despite how much you suck." – Anthony VicinoYou can email anthony@invictusmultifamily.com to connect with Anthony or follow him on LinkedIn and Instagram. Check out Invictus Capital and their YouTube and LinkedIn pages to invest passively in multifamily with less risk, better returns, and zero hassle. Listen to Anthony in Multifamily Investing Made Simple.Watch out for their upcoming book on passive investing! LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Logan Freeman is key principal, co-founder, and Chief Development Officer of FTW Investments. He oversees the company’s acquisitions and investment strategies. He also personally selects all key investment markets and asset classes to meet the goals of investors.Mr. Freeman brings to the company over six years of real estate investing experience. Prior to FTW Investments, Mr. Freeman was the Director of Acquisitions for a fund where he originated the concept, developed the operating plan, and created the company’s products worth over $50M. He also acquired over 225 doors in little over a year and completed a portfolio refinance, returning all of the investors capital as well as maintaining positive cash flow.Prior to his entrepreneurial activities, Logan was an All-American collegiate football athlete at the University of Central Missouri, where he graduated from in 2013. After his final season in college he was picked up as an undrafted free agent by the Oakland Raiders. ​[00:01 – 05:44] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Logan FreemanThe 3 levels of delegation as discussed by Logan [05:45 – 15:15] The Fear of Being Mediocre The truth about growth mindset you should hear nowListen to this inspiring story on his “classroom on wheels”Don’t miss Logan’s powerful story about changing his identity  [15:16 – 25:25] Relationships With People Logan shares an interesting insight about successFinding a new peer group and why you should do itThe role of empathy in building relationships [25:26 – 35:54] The Sweet Spot Methodology What is the “Iceberg Effect” and how did it help Logan? Logan talks about how they handled COVID-19 Applying the “Sweet Spot Methodology” or Ikigai in real estate investing [35:55 – 45:46] Scaling Businesses: What Not To Do Finding the right partners for your real estate investingWhat businesses do wrong in terms of scaling Why Logan wants to be a private equity firm [45:47 – 52:16] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Investing in other people What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Going on walks Spending time around the pool Hitting the golf clubsCookingWhat offers you the most fulfillment in life?Providing for his family and other people Connect with Logan. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:"A growth mindset doesn’t say, ‘If something can be done...’ It says, ‘How can it be done?’" – Logan Freeman"The choices that you decide to make will dictate the outcomes of your life." – Logan FreemanResources mentioned:Individuals to follow:Ray DalioAdam GrantJim RohnTony RobbinsZig ZiglarLewis HowesJohn Lee DumasNaval RavikantRyan SmithBooks to readMindset by Carol DweckThe Compound Effect by Darren Hardy Jimmy John’sYou can email logan@livefreeman.com to connect with Logan or follow him on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out his personal website and FTW Investments to build impactful wealth through selective private investments.LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Jordan Taylor is an engineer by trade and serial entrepreneur and real estate investor by life results. He has 13 years of industry expertise in rapid lean growth and business development specializing in startup and scaled expansion stages. He understands that the path to success requires ownership, technical, and managerial expertise. This is why he has carefully chosen the roles in his career that have allowed him to engage in every facet of business operations. His client solutions reflect this as they are focused on the synergy between functions and the ability for those functions to effectively work in concert with one another. [00:01 – 07:36] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Jordan TaylorFrom engineering to entrepreneurship Jordan’s story in a nutshell [07:37 – 17:43] Being a Boss in High School Hiring his friends as a high school student Jordan’s experience Did he exit his business in high school? Learn from Jordan’s work ethic in high school Working 2-3 jobs while studying [17:44 – 22:33] Shoot First, Act Later The power of taking action Jordan’s explanation about doing your due diligenceBuild relationships, not burn bridges[22:34 – 31:19] Jordan’s Real Estate Journey Jordan shares the influence of his father in his real estate investing Working with people in real estate is easyJordan tells us whyPutting together all his skills and experiences [31:20 – 41:29] Building Micro-Grid CommunitiesJordan breaks down a micro-grid From consumers to prosumersThe future of sustainable consumptionThe many benefits of micro-grids according to Jordan Let's talk about cash flow with Jordan! [41:30 – 49:03] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Cryptocurrency  Investing in some skillsets What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Having fun with his familyTraveling Watching movies What offers you the most fulfillment in life?Being able to make changes and a differenceConnect with Jordan. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:"Don’t hesitate. Go ahead. Pull the trigger. Shoot first, act later." – Jordan Taylor"It just makes more sense to be able to have communities that are able to work together." – Jordan TaylorResources mentioned:Dave & Buster'sStarbucks SunrunTeslaYou can email jordan.e.taylor1@gmail.com or connect with Jordan on LinkedIn and Instagram. LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Game changer. Secret weapon. THE differentiator. “Unleashing your creative” is Alex B. Sheridan’s cup of tea, and today we’ll have a taste of it. Alex helps his clients, from small to mid-sized businesses, as well as large corporations, build their brand through social media marketing. He also serves as a consultant for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to boost their LinkedIn presence. How Alex turned this passion into a 6-figure business is not rocket science. However, you need to do the work to replicate what he did.[00:01 – 07:13] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Alex B. SheridanAlex looks back on his journeyHow “ABS” was bornBuilding a business he wants to do [07:14 – 17:07] From “Hunter” to “Hunted”From being the “hunter” to being the “hunted”Why did Alex not give up?Learn his mindset and apply it to your life Why you should be yourself and be authentic [17:08 – 27:17] Building Your Confidence Alex can take a lot of risks and here’s why All entrepreneurs should adjust through time or else…How Alex built his confidence in content creation [27:18 – 37:48] “I Don’t Want ‘Safe.’ I Want Bold.”What is “Community Building” and why should you know about it? Alex shares an interesting insight about the role of parents in one’s success The thing that Alex wished he had done sooner [37:49 – 47:56] Practical Steps to Improve Your Brand How the first year of entrepreneurship looks like The practical tips from Alex to improve your brand He talks about how he earns income today [47:57 – 52:54] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Investing in himself What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Hanging out with kids and parentsBike ridingWriting scripts and songs Travelling What offers you the most fulfillment in life?His kids His business Connect with Alex. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:"If you are listening right now and you can find something that you’re naturally good at...you’re in a hell of a spot to take off." – Alex B. Sheridan"Surround yourself with people that are going places, that are gonna push you, and that you’re gonna learn from." – Alex B. SheridanResources mentioned:Gary VaynerchukBook: Emotional IntelligenceAmazonApple TeslaYou can email asheridan@impaxs.com or connect with him on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Do you know that the brand you’re building today will set the future of your business? Visit Impaxs Marketing to learn more. LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

What does the path from being a professional employee into a real estate investor look like? Esther Reizes-Lowenbein knows every bit of it, every tiny detail of it, that has allowed her, a working mother of 8, to build her own real estate company. She has redefined the real estate space by offering professional and on-demand service, which earned her the title, "serial networker“ who has closed over $300 million in commercial transactions. Outside her real estate business, Esther, together with her husband, is active in community and charity work, providing relief for the underprivileged. [00:01 – 05:08] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Esther Reizes-LowenbeinEsther shares her story and her inspiring motto in life[05:09 – 15:19] Why Commercial > Residential Why Esther chose real estate and why you should choose it too Her transition from speech-language pathology to real estate Why commercial and not residential real estate? [15:20 – 24:46] Commitment and Flexibility What investors should realize about referrals Esther’s tips on time management you should not miss The importance of commitment and flexibility [24:47 – 33:20] Only Woman in the Room How Esther is handling being the “only woman in the room?” What to do if things are not working out for you Different ways to learn according to Esther [33:21 – 40:58] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? An investment they paid with their own cash What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Going out with friendsTravelWorkWhat actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?Giving back to the communityConnect with Esther. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:"You have to be willing to give the time so much so that even if things don’t work out, you don’t let it pull you down and sink because so many things are not going to work out." – Esther Reizes-Lowenbein"I enjoy educating people about investing." – Esther Reizes-LowenbeinYou can email Esther at estyreizes@gmail.com or connect with her on LinkedIn and Instagram. Check out her website to learn more about her work. LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Podcast Takeover! In this episode, I will be interviewed by my good friend, Jerome Myers of Dreamcatchers and The Myers Development Group, to talk about the steps to live a fulfilling life with financial freedom. I also share my mission of creating the most impact with the least amount of effort. If this sounds too good to be true, listen as I lay out the practical steps that you can already take right now! [00:01 – 06:27] Opening SegmentJerome Myers and I switched places! I’m the guest in this episodeHow John decided to retire at 34[06:28 – 16:14] Abundance Mindset John is all about abundance and here’s whyWhy time is more important than money How John talked to his family about this major decision [16:15 – 26:16] Financial Independence Faster What John meant by “financial independence fasterWhat you should realize about investing in real estate The worst that can happen is betting on yourself[26:17 – 36:59] Labor Efficiency The 4 different steps to financial freedom Avoid looking desperate and miserable What is more important than tax efficiency? [37:00 – 48:46] The Feeling of Impact John talks about a couple of exit strategies you should know Is cold calling dead? What’s John’s motivation for sharing his journey? [48:47 – 55:40] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Business coaching and paid mentorship What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?Connect with Jerome. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"Surrender to the unknown." – John Blanton"You can always make more money but you can’t make more time." – John BlantonResources mentionedJoe FairlessYou can email Jerome at jerome@myersmethods.com or connect with him on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Check out Myers Methods and discover insider secrets to multifamily investing!LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.Let’s stay Contrarian!

How do you turn a $5.15/hour job into a business partnership within 4 months? Kay Kay Singh not only got promoted in less than half a year. He got a piece of the business he’s employed to by working so hard, leveraging his knowledge and educational attainment, and coming from a place of help. From gas stations, laundromats, and real estate, there’s no stopping Kay Kay in pursuing his business endeavors. Kay Kay is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Grow Rich Capital, helping busy high net worth people in investing in multifamily real estate. [00:01 – 02:28] Opening SegmentWhat is Kay Kay Singh doing right now? [02:29 – 13:04] Kay Kay’s JourneyKay Kay talks about his journey from India to the United StatesHow he turned a $5.15/hour job into a business partnershipLearn the business model of gas stations from Kay Kay How do you get your ROI from gas stations? [13:05 – 24:19] Business IdeasHow to earn money from laundromats The other benefits of starting a laundromat businessOther business ideas from Kay Kay [24:20 – 36:40] Cashflow Talks Kay Kay walks us through his path to real estate investing From single family to multifamily Kay Kay’s advice for passive investors Asset classes in real estate you should explore Cashflow talks with Kay Kay[36:41 – 43:47] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? Houses What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Go on vacations with his family What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?His charity work Connect with Kay Kay. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"First of all, anybody who wants to get on these deals as a general partner, they need to bring something to the table." – Kay Kay Singh"I think it’s sheer luck that I have never been unsuccessful in any business." – Kay Kay Singh"[Charity] gives me peace of mind...That gives me a lot of fulfillment." – Kay Kay SinghResources mentionedEvernote You can email Kay Kay at kaykaysingh@growrichcapital.com or connect with him on LinkedIn. Check out Grow Rich Capital and start your multifamily investing! LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

One thing that many people dream of is making money out of their hobby or passion. Some have already done it, others in the process, and then some people don't know where or how to start - if you're one of those that doesn't have any idea how then listen in as Karl Sona joins us to talk about how he was able to turn his hobby into a business.Karl is the host of The Free Time Podcast and Dear BLK CEO. He is a medical device sales professional, entrepreneur, and free time optimization expert.[00:01 – 03:13] Opening SegmentKarl shares what keeps him busy these days[03:14 – 10:18] Karl's JourneyKarl shares the story of their familyHe talks about the path that he took to the success he sought[10:19 – 24:44] PodcastingDiscovering podcasting and falling in love with itAre you feeling stuck? Listen to Karl's advice!Starting Streamlined Podcasts, a podcast post-production company[24:45 – 35:53] The Free Time PodcastWhere did the idea come from?Karl talks about the process of launching the podcastListen to some of the lessons Karl has learned from his guests[35:54 – 47:14] The Next ChapterWhat's next for Karl Sona?The Dear BLK CEO podcastCashflow[47:15 – 53:28] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? CryptocurrencyWhat's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?HikingWhat actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?Chasing my purpose. Spending time with my lady.Connect with Karl. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"Whatever it is that you want, think about how you can bring in the right tools. Maybe it's a podcast. Maybe it's starting a blog. I don't know. Think about how you can bring the right tools to reach more people." – Karl Sona You can connect with Karl on LinkedIn or Instagram. Visit his website http://karlsona.com/. Book a call with him at www.calendly.com/karlsona32. LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.Let’s stay Contrarian!

Jeremy is an entrepreneur, real estate insurance advisor, & side hustle investor. He is a former school teacher before becoming an entrepreneur. Jeremy co-founded Shine Insurance Agency. As the insurance advisor to hundreds of real estate investors, he realized those who are the most successful follow the same basic principles. Specific actions they take that others don't. So, he built a roadmap—a 9 step framework laying out what he saw as key insights to a complete strategy.[00:01 – 03:52] Opening SegmentJeremy shares what keeps him busy these daysHe speaks about his passion for podcasting[03:53 – 17:30] The JourneyJeremy talks about his background and how his journey beganTeaching people the entrepreneurial spiritThe transition from a school teacher to a founder of an insurance agencyFinding your ClarityDo good things for your ideal client[17:31 – 37:24] PodcastingJeremy shares how he found himself getting into the podcasting industryPodcasting since 2015 and now hosting his 3rd podcast, REI Clarity PodcastJeremy defines what it means to become successful in podcasting.Looking to start your own podcast? Listen to Jeremy's advice just for you![37:25 – 42:24] Diversify!Diversify your income streamsJeremy talks about his portfolioPassive investing[42:25 – 47:25] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made?Lawnmowers What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Kayaking. Enjoying nature.What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?Being with my family. Positive feedback.Connect with Jeremy. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"It was so cool to experience making money for myself." – Jeremy Goodrich"The more you know your ideal client and then the more you speak to that person when you're talking in marketing or whatever you're doing – the more success you're going to have." – Jeremy Goodrich Resources Mentioned:REI Clarity Podcast You can connect with Jeremy on https://www.shineinsurance.com/LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.Let’s stay Contrarian!

In this episode, I bring with me, Ryan Condie. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Ryan spent 8 years in software sales at billion-dollar companies. It wasn't long when he realized that being in the corporate world is not something he is passionate about, and so, he left Corporate America to start his own business. A few businesses later, and with the success that he is picking up, he switched his focus on acquiring and growing businesses.[00:01 – 06:23] How everything startedRyan shares what keeps him busy these daysRyan talks about his childhood and what sparked the entrepreneurial fire within himStumbling upon business acquisitions[06:24 – 20:35] From Corporate to EntrepreneurRyan talks about his transition from the corporate world to becoming an entrepreneurRyan on pursuing the life you want to live and how you can do itThe importance of having the support of your partner/spouse[20:36 – 42:21] Business AcquisitionsRyan talks about the first business he acquiredThe skills you need for business acquisitionsRyan's advice on how to find your nicheStart with the end in mindCommon mistakes new investors make in acquiring a businessHow to get started with business acquisitionsBuying mature businesses vs. Startups[42:22 – 46:28] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made?Betting in myself and pursuing someone to become my mentorWhat's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?We love the mountains. Spending time with family and friends hiking, skiing, and more.What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?Coming home from work, and my daughter giving me a hug.Connect with Ryan. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"If you start looking for anything under the sky, it's gonna be hard to find something because everything will look interesting…you can get into a dangerous habit of being able to [get] paralysis by analysis where you just can't make any decision." – Ryan Condie"You need to surround yourself with people who are good at the things you're not good at." – Ryan CondieResources Mentioned:Originals by Adam GrantWarby ParkerBuy Then Build by Walker Deible You can connect with Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, or at https://letsbuyabusiness.com/LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco is the CEO of People Building, Inc., and the powerhouse behind the "What Are You Made Of?" movement.He is a performance coach, author, dynamic public speaker, visionary, and thought leader. He has been featured by Yahoo! Finance as one of the Top Business Leaders to Follow in 2020 and is on a mission to build people. He is driven to inspire others, and he measures his success on how he is able to help others achieve greatness. C-Roc had a fire lit in him at an early age. That fire has ignited him with a fierce desire to compel people to see the greatness inside themselves using past life events to fuel their fire.Connect with our guest! Do you have a tech product/idea that you think is worth investing on? Reach out to Mike on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, or visit his website https://www.mikecroc.com/[00:01 – 02:33] Opening SegmentMike shares what keeps him busy these days[02:44 – 10:11] Pursuing the Entrepreneurial PathMike's advice for people looking to pursue the entrepreneurial pathCreating success in whatever you doDon't just become someone who is "known," become "memorable."[10:12 – 21:06] Are You Powered by Rocket Fuel?Mike shares his storyGrew up in a broken familyHe talks about a pivotal moment in his life that sparked a fire in his heartTurn your setbacks into rocket fuel[21:07 – 33:42] Be A Positive Impact On Other People's LivesMike shares his view on mentoringThe value it can bring to your life and your businessSharing your storyInspire people and create a positive impact in their lives[33:43 – 43:29] Turning Setbacks into Rocket FuelWhat keeps you going and motivated? The story behind Mike's book.Quick plug to Mike's upcoming tech product called Blooprinted.[43:30 – 47:58] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made?I invested in an online CBD store, a candy company. I invest in companies, businesses, and myself.What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?Traveling with my family.What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?When I accomplish something, and I see results.Connect with Mike. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"You have to be clear on what you want, and then you have to be committed…and then from there comes consistency" – Mike Ciorrocco"Find out who you are and then make sure you're not identifying with one particular thing." – Mike Ciorrocco"If you have the power to inspire or change someone or help someone and you don't do it, it's evil." – Mike CiorroccoLEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Dr. Erin Hudson is an accomplished ten-year entrepreneur as well as a wife and mother of five. She was the owner of Hudson Wellness Centers in CA, providing chiropractic services, and served as director for a team of 30+ employees. She now sold her chiropractic clinics to focus all her time on real estate.She is a successful real estate investor with a track record spanning five years and asset manager of a $19.5m real estate portfolio for which she raised over $3m in capital. [00:01 – 08:42] Erin’s StoryWe talk about Erin's backgroundHer journey from a Chiropractor to a Real Estate InvestorMaking lemonades out of lemons – crushing the real estate game even during Covid[08:43 – 19:01] The Real Estate JourneyInvesting in real estate – how Erin started her real estate careerBuilding her empireErin talks about her current portfolio.Are you looking for a single-family? Erin has some deals for you![19:02 – 29:38] Teaching The Next Generation Financial GritTeaching their kids how to become financially independentTheir kids run their shipping container homes/Airbnb short-term rentalsErin shares tips on how to teach your children how to earn money for their own.[29:39 – 38:08] Finding Your SuperpowerFind the things you're good at and focus on improving at them until it becomes your "superpower."Erin talks about her core role at Quattro Capital[38:09 – 46:35] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made?Investing my own money to get 25% of a deal we are working on at Quattro Capital.What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?I love the outdoors. I love wake surfing and snowboarding with my family. Putting smiles on my kids' faces puts a smile on my own.What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?My children and seeing them have a desire to investConnect with Erin. Links available below.Tweetable Quotes:"There are highs and lows in every place and stage of our life that we go through, right? But it's those hardships that really make you grateful for all the wonderful things that follow." – Dr. Erin Hudson Resources Mentioned:BiggerPocketsBRRRR Methodhttps://www.liveuncontained.com/ Reach out to Erin and her team on https://www.thequattroway.com/LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Ketan Patel is a Pharmacist turned into a High-Performance Coach. He helps motivated real estate entrepreneurs create more income and impact by aligning their thoughts, emotions, and actions. He has mastered the art of getting results by combining techniques from Tony Robbins, Wim Hof, & Dr. Joe Dispenza.His unique program will give you the clarity, confidence & strategy you need to achieve your goals faster and create an edge. His achievements include earning an accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (while Learning English), Building a Multi-Million Dollar Rental portfolio by starting from $8k, Raising Over $10 Million for his multifamily syndication business, and growing a senior care business by 3x in just 2 years. [00:01 – 06:24] Ketan’s StoryKetan talks about his backgroundKetan shares that he got to where he is today by realizing that he needed to have a diversified income source.Started different kinds of businesses until he found the right one.Diving into real estate as a hobby that turned into a passion[06:25 – 11:47] Pharmacist Pivoting To EntrepreneurKetan talks about the pivotal moment in his life that made him decide it's time to quit his corporate jobKetan's advice for people looking to pivot into different careers but are hesitating.[11:48 – 19:34] Investing in Real EstateWe talk about Ketan's Senior Care Business.Why he invested in oneThe right mindset when investing in real estateWhy multifamily? Ketan shares why he decided to invest in multifamily real estate.[19:35 – 25:58] SyndicationsTapping into his creative side and becoming a syndicatorBecome a better syndicator! Listen to Ketan's tips, advice, and other best practices.[25:59 – 30:47] Mukhi CapitalKetan talks about Mukhi Capital, a real estate investment firm that focuses on helping physicians and doctors create their own passive income streams.How they have faired throughout the Covid seasonAcquiring his Broker-Dealer License to help with the business[30:48 – 41:25] Ketan Patel CoachingKetan talks about his experiences with hiring a coach and why he decided to become one.Ketan stresses the value that a coach can bring, whether for your personal development or in growing your business.Finding the right coachKetan shares his visions for the future[41:26 – 44:55] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made?Making a debt investment on MukhiWhat's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?I love to travel and meditate.What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?Getting to know myself more. Share my blessings and knowledge with people. Giving back to others.Connect with Ketan. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"Instead of waiting for the clarity to come to me, I kind of realize that I have to do something. It doesn't need to be the final answer. It might not even work. Who cares. At least I need to start in that direction." – Ketan Patel"Asking the right question is more important than searching answers." – Ketan Patel Resources Mentioned:Complete Guide To Real Estate Coaching To connect and learn more about Ketan, visit his website https://ketanpatel.com/. You can also check out his content on YouTube.LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.

Justin Fraser is an apartment syndicator, asset manager, and real estate investor responsible for managing multiple apartments across the country.Justin Fraser has been a real estate investor since 2014 when he bought a single-family home as a rental property. For years Justin flipped houses and owned single-family rentals until May of 2018, when he formed 88 Real Estate Capital and closed on his first apartment syndication, raising over $600k for the deal.By September 2018, Justin exited his corporate job as a Project Manager and jumped full time into real estate investing. He found some excellent partners and is an active member of 6 apartment complexes holding over 1000 units. Justin built an asset management business, responsible for running the business of these apartment complexes. He is also the host of True Multifamily, a podcast about the business of apartment investing, showcasing the real work that happens after a deal closes. His goal is to share insights, tips, tricks, and best practices through storytelling by real asset managers and owners.[00:01 – 02:15] Opening SegmentJustin shares what keeps him busy these days[02:16 – 10:31] Justin's StoryJustin talks about how his journey started and how it led to where he is todayFound success in the corporate sceneDiscovered the potential in real estate and fell in love with itThe importance of having a supportive spouse[10:32 – 20:14] From Project Manager to Asset ManagerFlipping houses while working full-time – how Justin manages to pull it off!Find the right partners! Justin discusses why.Losing his job became an opportunity for him to dive into real estate full-time.[20:15 – 27:26] Add ValueBecome someone that could be of value to others. Hone your skills and show them.Don't just wait for people to ask you for help. Show them that you have what it takes.[27:27 – 38:43] Asset ManagementJustin demystifies people's misconceptions about asset managementHe talks about the true role of an asset managerPursue your passion, but don't let it be your downfall.Justin talks about the biggest challenges in his career so far[38:44 – 44:42] The Contrarian 3-PackWhat would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made?Investing my time in becoming an investor. No one in my family has invested before me.What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?We love to go outdoors - camping and hiking.What actions, whether within work or family, offer you the most fulfillment in life?Seeing my sons grow and seeing their curiosity about life.Connect with Justin. Links available below. Tweetable Quotes:"Whatever you are looking to get into…find someone that's doing that and do what I did. Be around. Be available. Don't just blindly say, 'hey, let me know if I can help you,' but figure out how you can help them." – Justin Fraser You can follow Justin on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Email him at justin@truemultifamily.show. Listen to his podcast, True Multifamily on Apple Podcasts, or visit www.truemultifamily.show.LEAVE A REVIEW + help the podcast grow by sharing it with your friends, family, or someone in need.Follow me on LinkedIn or visit our website to know more. Think Different. Earn Different. Live Fulfilled.