Erica Sarway is the Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Global Financial Training Program, a company dedicated to helping real estate investors achieve financial freedom through different programs and services. She is one of the most recognized women leaders in real estate and she is on the show with us today to help us better understand what it takes to achieve longevity in business and how you can achieve financial freedom the right way. Listen now to learn more about Global Financial Training Program, the services they offer, and how they’re helping real estate investors build better financial futures! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:03 What is the key to longevity in the real estate space? 02:01 What kind of training programs does Global Financial Training Program offer? 04:48 How does Global Financial Training Program support real estate investors? 07:05 Why does Global Financial Training Program choose to support religious organizations? 09:37 What is the importance of time management to your success? 11:08 What is Erica passionate about outside of Global Financial Training Program? 12:42 What does it take to achieve success in marketing? 15:30 What are the most common deal breakers in real estate? 17:14 How does Global Financial Training Program help investors understand real estate better? 19:50 How does Erica overcome her doubts about being in this industry? 22:28 What is it like for Erica to be one of the most successful women in the industry? 24:30 How did Erica transition from learning the industry to being able to share her expertise? 26:32 What is the best way to get in touch with Erica and her team? Quotables “I think the most important thing for staying in business in that capacity is always staying fresh and seeing what’s around you. You can’t just sit back on your morals and say ‘hey, this is the way I’m doing it and it’s gonna stay that way’.” “You need to stay current with what is going on in the world so that you don’t go stale, but you need to be doing many things.” “Confidence in what you’re doing and understanding what you’re doing are really the two keys of being successful.” Links LinkedIn: Erica Sarway https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-dushey-sarway-35774a84/ Website: Global Financial Training Program https://www.globalfinancialtrainingprogram.com/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Instagram: RCN Capital https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/ Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Kurt Power is a real estate investor, a certified IRA specialist, and the head of Business Development at Quest Trust. He has years of experience in different areas of the industry and he is on the show today to help us learn some of the most valuable lessons he learned throughout his career. Listen now to learn more about Kurt’s journey from the fitness industry to real estate, the power of networking, and the importance of people to your success in real estate! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:17 How important are trade shows for real estate investors? 03:15 What are the benefits of networking early in your real estate career? 05:27 How can building a strong network help you discover your strengths? 07:41 What is Kurt’s background? 09:10 How did Kurt’s background in fitness help him in real estate? 11:32 How can your success in one industry carry on to another? 13:26 What is Kurt’s advice for people to achieve success? 16:04 What is real estate investing really about? 18:30 What makes or breaks deals in real estate investing? 20:02 Who are the most influential people in Kurt’s journey? 23:30 What is Kurt passionate about outside of real estate? 26:11 How does Kurt overcome his doubts about being in real estate? 29:17 Where does Kurt stand on mentoring people today? 32:55 What is Kurt focused on being in business development at Quest Trust? 34:43 When is the next Quest Expo going to be? Quotables “Fitness is very much very entrepreneurial, even if you work for a corporation. You gotta set your own pace, set your own schedule, you gotta run your own business.” “Success is contagious. When you have it in one area, you start to think “I can do more”, and there really are no limits.” “Make sure that your friends and family have your best interests in mind and are supportive of you because I promise you, the more on board they are with you, the easier your journey is going to be.” Links Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Instagram: RCN Capital https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/ Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Larry Friedman, the co-founder of SDF Capital, is a real estate investor with a strong background in accounting and finance. He got into real estate investing with his partner after years of working in different industries and they’ve successfully scaled their business from doing one deal every now and then, to now over 100 deals per year. Listen now to learn more about Larry’s journey into real estate investing and how the right systems and processes can help you scale your business the way they did! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Who is Larry Friedman? 01:46 What are the advantages of having a background in finance? 03:05 How important is it to have the right partner if you want to succeed in business? 04:09 What is Larry’s background? 06:16 How did Larry get into real estate investing? 07:39 How did Larry and his partner prepare for their real estate business? 09:28 What habits can help reinforce success in your life? 11:31 What was the biggest challenge as Larry scaled his business? 12:52 How did Larry and his partner overcome the hurdles that came with scaling the business? 14:34 How does location affect your real estate business? 15:24 What is the importance of your company’s core values? 17:00 What are the biggest deal breakers in the real estate space? 19:57 How does Larry overcome the doubts that come with real estate investing? 21:40 What is the importance of having a buy box when you’re an investor? 23:50 What is Larry passionate about outside of real estate? 25:33 What educational resources does Larry recommend for new investors? 27:03 What is next step for Larry and SDF Capital? Quotables “This is a lonely business to start with, so I think having a partner has been amazing.” “In this business, if you start and you don’t have any knowledge, you can get badly hurt and we’ve seen that happen.” “I can say that real estate has afforded me the luxury of being at every event, being with my kids whenever they need me.” Links Website: 3-Day Find & Flip Workshop https://www.jointhe3day.com Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Instagram: RCN Capital https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/ Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Ryan Letzeiser is the CEO and co-founder of Obie Insurance, a company that provides insurance technology solutions for landlords in the single-family rental space. He has a background in real estate investing and that’s what got him into the insurance industry, to help real estate investors protect themselves and their assets better. Listen now to learn more about the story behind Obie Insurance, what they want to help real estate investors with, and what it takes to find success as an entrepreneur today! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Who is Ryan Letzeiser? 01:21 What got Ryan interested in the insurance space of real estate? 03:20 How does Ryan’s background in investing help him today? 05:10 What is the story behind Obie Insurance’s mantra? 06:48 What motivated Ryan to start Obie Insurance? 10:40 What do people need to focus on to become successful in life? 12:34 What is Ryan passionate about outside of real estate? 14:34 How important is Ryan’s team at Obie Insurance? 20:07 What are the things that can cause a deal to break down? 21:19 What factors make a deal successful? 22:47 What is the most important trait a leader should have? 25:25 What are the biggest challenges in innovating within the real estate space? 28:15 What trait of Obie Insurance is Ryan most proud of? 30:35 How did Ryan overcome his doubts as he got into entrepreneurship? 32:37 What is Ryan’s motivation to keep going? Quotables “You have to find a way to be okay with making that pivot, knowing that that is the direction your customers are telling you to go, rather than you trying to force something out of that.” “You can’t do it all on your own and you have to empower people to make decisions on your behalf and the only way you can do that is by finding top of the line talent.” “We wanna make sure that we’re staying tried and true, that way we’re here for the long haul and not for a short range.” Links Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Instagram: RCN Capital https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/ Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Tarik Turner is the President of Ei8ht Street Funding, a mortgage company that lends for investment properties. He is a real estate investor, author, and former radio show host, and he is on Uncontested Investing today to talk about how his experience in radio prepared him for real estate and how he found his way into real estate investing, which eventually got him to where he is today. Listen to this episode to learn more about Tarik, his journey into real estate investing, and the impact of consistency to your success in real estate! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:38 What is Tarik’s background? 03:12 What did Tarik learn from being on the radio for years? 04:50 How did Tarik’s family background influence his decision to get into real estate? 08:22 What is Tarik’s take on going to college vs. getting into the workforce? 11:19 What does failure really mean? 14:23 What was Tarik’s journey into the mortgage industry like? 16:32 What does it take to grow into owning a mortgage company from brokering loans? 18:49 What books had a huge impact on Tarik’s life? 20:52 What is Tarik passionate about? 23:05 What is Tarik’s advice to real estate investors today? 25:19 How does your perspective impact your success in real estate? 27:00 What are the challenges Tarik is seeing in the New York market today? 30:09 How can people overcome their doubts about real estate? 35:38 What is the easiest way to break a deal? 38:33 Why is it important to always do things the right way? 42:02 What is next for Tarik? 44:41 How can you get in touch with Tarik and his team? Quotables “I think that the one thing that I learned from radio is that nothing really clicks unless you’re consistent.” “I think you need to do as much failing as possible at an early age so you know what it is that you want and you know what it is that you don’t want.” “You might have clients with great deals but you and the client aren’t necessarily a great fit.” Links Website: Ei8ht Street Funding https://www.ei8htstreetfunding.com/ Instagram: Ei8ht Street Funding https://www.instagram.com/ei8htstreetfunding/ Book: BE 2.0 https://www.amazon.com/BE-2-0-Beyond-Entrepreneurship-Business/dp/0399564233 Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Instagram: RCN Capital https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/ Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Patrick Precourt is a real estate investor, educator, and the founder of Elite Edge Experience, a program focused on helping men change the trajectory of their lives through mindset work and personal development. He is an influential name in the real estate space and today, he is on the show to help us better understand the importance of your mindset in achieving success. Watch now to learn more about Patrick, the reality about motivation, and how you can develop a mindset that will help you achieve success! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:13 How did Patrick’s family’s business influence his interest in real estate? 02:43 What drove Patrick to pursue becoming an educator? 04:23 What are the factors that are holding people back from achieving success? 07:47 How did Patrick find success in short sales? 10:26 What is the difference between a short sale and a foreclosure? 14:01 How does Patrick help people understand the concept of motivation better? 16:10 How did Patrick develop his current mindset? 22:19 How can you decide when it’s time to start building a team? 25:50 What was the turning point that made Patrick decide to focus on education? 29:57 How important is it to have a passion outside of business? 34:45 What is the importance of emotional intelligence in real estate investing? 40:30 How did Patrick’s emotions lead him to running his own gym? 46:06 What lessons did Patrick learn from getting into martial arts? 48:46 How can you overcome your doubts about real estate? 51:54 What should real estate investors focus on today? 53:39 How can you connect with Patrick? Quotables “Fundamentally, mindset’s a lag indicator of your belief system. So if you believe you can or you believe you can’t, just like Henry Ford said, you are correct.” “The key here is to break ourselves from the belief that we need to be motivated and appreciate that your success is not based on your level of motivation – your success is based on your willingness and commitment to do the work every single day, whether you like it or not.” “When you are confronted with your truth, great clarity is brought upon the moment – and that’s the beauty of an epiphany.” Links Website: Patrick Precourt https://www.patrickprecourt.com Instagram: Patrick Precourt https://www.instagram.com/patrickprecourt/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Instagram: RCN Capital https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/ Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

In this enlightening episode of Uncontested Investing, I, Nate Zelinski, have the pleasure of speaking with Gary Mascitis, the visionary founder of GSM Commercial Capital. We dive deep into Gary's remarkable journey from Wall Street to the forefront of real estate lending, sharing invaluable insights on adaptability, perseverance, and the transformative power of strategic lending in the real estate investment landscape. Gary's unique perspective on overcoming industry challenges and leveraging opportunities for growth will inspire both seasoned and aspiring investors alike. Episode Highlights: [00:38:18] Gary's transition from Wall Street to real estate lending, revealing the mindset shift from viewing real estate as 'boring' to recognizing its immense potential. [06:35:14] Introduction to the "Beyond Bear" strategy, showcasing Gary's innovative approach to real estate investment and portfolio optimization. [09:18:12] Real-life examples of how strategic lending can solve common challenges faced by real estate investors, enhancing portfolio performance and cash flow. [15:33:00] Discussion on the importance of scalability and utilizing a team for growth, emphasizing the "Who, not how" philosophy in real estate investing. [31:25:10] Gary shares his experience with 'The Miracle Morning' by Hal Elrod, highlighting the impact of personal development practices on professional success. Links & Resources: The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod: A transformative book discussing morning routines that foster personal and professional growth. GSM Commercial Capital: https://gsmcommercialcapital.com - Learn more about Gary's company and services. Remember, if this episode has given you new insights or inspiration, don't forget to rate, follow, share, and review Uncontested Investing. Your support helps us reach more listeners and continue delivering valuable content.

Bar Shechter, the Managing Partner at Lending Specialty, is a private lender who has a background in real estate that stretches far back into his childhood. He grew up around entrepreneurs who had multiple properties in their portfolio and that led him to getting into the same business, with a different goal. Listen to this episode to learn more about Bar’s background and experience, how he got into private lending, and how he is helping real estate investors secure funding for their investments today! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Who is Bar Shechter? 01:30 How did Bar get introduced to real estate? 03:40 What are the challenges of being young in real estate today? 04:42 How does Bar help real estate investors through Lending Specialty? 08:36 What should investors today focus on if they want to succeed? 10:10 What relationships should you be building first as a new investor? 12:04 What is it like for Bar to work with foreign investors? 14:01 How should foreign investors start investing in the US? 15:53 What are the deal breakers and deal makers Bar is seeing in today’s market? 19:05 When did Bar have doubts about getting into the real estate space? 21:56 What is the importance of perseverance in real estate investing? 23:32 How does Bar avoid burnout as a real estate professional? 25:04 What kind of deals work best in today’s market? 27:42 How can you get in touch with Bar? Quotables “As more people get into it and the deeper you get into the industry itself, you realize that some of these deals, it takes a village. It takes people helping you out – people with more knowledge, people with more money, whatever the case may be.” “I think my doubts were very at the first, when I got into the industry because you’re learning, you’re just getting in, you don’t know much – you need to find a niche.” “Not every day is gonna be easy for the life of a real estate investor or a professional within the industry, so just persevering.” “Eventually, it’s the numbers. If it makes sense for you, if you’re looking for equity or you’re looking for cash flow. There’s a mix to it, but it depends on what strategy and where you invest.” Links Website: Lending Specialty https://www.lendingspecialty.com/ Facebook: Bar Shechter https://www.facebook.com/realbarshechter Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Over the last 2 years, Uncontested Investing has been hosted by Tim Herriage – a seasoned real estate investment expert dedicated to empowering everyday investors. Tim has brought a lot of value to real estate investors all around the country by inviting guests, talking about news and trends, and introducing opportunities for investors to grow and further diversify their businesses and income streams. This year, however, Tim has decided to pursue opportunities outside the podcast and in this episode, we’re introducing Uncontested Investing’s new host, Nate Zielinski. Listen now to learn more about the reasons behind these changes, who the new host will be, and what you can expect from the podcast moving forward! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:27 What is the purpose behind Uncontested Investing? 02:23 What will Tim be focused on in 2024? 04:16 What did Tim focus on in the last 2 years? 07:31 Why did Tim decide to move out of hosting the podcast? 09:33 What is next for Uncontested Investing? 10:25 Who will be hosting Uncontested Investing moving forward? 12:30 Who is Nate Zielinski? 16:09 How did Nate approach the idea of hosting Uncontested Investing? 18:26 How are people adjusting to the market today? 21:38 Why is it important for investors to learn to adapt to the market? 24:52 What is Tim’s favorite part of real estate investing? 27:55 Why is it important for investors to stay focused on your ‘why’? 32:08 What is the biggest lesson Tim learned from RCN Capital? 37:10 What is Tim’s advice for new entrepreneurs today? Quotables “The time to act is always now in real estate.” “There’s so many different layers to real estate investing that I think people need to understand, definitely educate themselves on, before they jump into it.” “You must respect what they’ve done, appreciate the effort they’ve put in, and find a collaborative way to challenge the status quo – and it’s difficult.” “Stay focused and committed to your vision because your vision is what’s special.” Links Book: Who Moved My Cheese? https://www.amazon.com/Moved-Cheese-Spencer-Johnson-M-D/dp/0743582853 Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Ricardo Rosales is a real estate entrepreneur with years of experience in flipping and owning rental properties. Today, he is the CEO of Top Of The Line VA and Prospector Web, which are businesses he built out of the challenges he faced during different market cycles. He is on the show today to tell us more about his journey, what fuels his passion, and how he overcame adversity through the years. Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Who is Ricardo Rosales? 02:30 What should investors be focused on in today’s market? 04:45 What is the purpose of Ricardo’s events? 09:01 What is Ricardo’s background? 12:22 How did Ricardo transition from owning rentals to flipping properties? 14:52 Why did Ricardo need to become a contractor? 16:34 What challenges come with growing a business too fast? 20:35 How did Ricardo get involved in wholesaling? 23:33 What turning point gave Ricardo the idea to start a VA business? 26:45 Why is Ricardo passionate about educating the Hispanic community about real estate? 30:49 Why did Ricardo refuse to file for bankruptcy? 35:38 What is Ricardo focused on today? 37:12 What challenges did Ricardo have to face with his VA business? 40:58 What are Ricardo’s plans for the future? 42:12 What is Ricardo’s advice for entrepreneurs today? 43:04 How can you connect with Ricardo and his team? Quotables “Pick one first and run with it, so before you diversify yourself into 4 or 5 income streams, make sure you’re good at one, that way you could pay the bills with that.” “Businesses are either going up or going down. There’s not a plateau. There’s no steady state, that doesn’t exist.” “Just go and take action. Go implement everything you’ve dreamed of – if you wanna be a real estate investor, go buy something. A piece of land, buy a mobile home, buy a trailer, buy a house, buy something, but go do it and don’t just stay in the planning stages.” Links Instagram: Ricardo Rosales https://www.instagram.com/ricardomrosales/ Website: Ricardo Rosales https://www.ricardorosales.com/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Mark Bloom is the co-founder of NetWorth Realty, a large wholesaler and hard money lender in different states across the country. He is a seasoned real estate investor with over 20 years of experience in the industry, and he is on the show today to talk about the reality of being a real estate investor and how you can become a reliable wholesaler in today’s economy. Listen now to learn more about the trends in the real estate market over the last few years, how it has affected real estate investors, and what you can do if you want to succeed in real estate investing today! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:57 Who is Mark Bloom? 03:10 What should real estate investors be focused on today? 05:31 How did the last few months affect seasoned real estate investors? 07:37 Why is real estate still a great investment to make today? 09:07 What are people often asking about wholesaling? 12:09 Where are the opportunities for real estate investors coming from? 15:50 Why does NetWorth Realty operate with licensed professionals? 18:40 What makes a license beneficial for real estate investors? 21:31 Why are regulations important in any kind of business? 22:21 How many states and markets does NetWorth Realty operate in? 23:03 How is NetWorth Realty adjusting to different market conditions? 27:07 What is Mark’s advice for investors who are rehabbing properties today? 30:39 What advice does Mark have for new investors today? 35:10 Why is it important to understand the power of compounding in real estate? 40:05 How can consistency create more opportunities for you? 43:17 How can you truly become successful in life? 44:54 How can you learn more about NetWorth Realty? Quotables “In this business, you buy – you make your money on the buy side. If you do your numbers right and you know what your numbers are, those numbers aren’t gonna change that much in 3 to 6 months.” “People will do crazy stuff for money so there has to be some level of regulation but when that regulation starts to impair the choices and the options that businesses and citizens have unreasonably, then that’s difficult.” “I think by being open, by being honest, by being legitimate, by not having people smearing my name and dragging my name through the mud because we’re trying to do the right thing has helped us maybe weather some of the storms.” Links Website: NetWorth Realty https://networthrealtyusa.com/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Rudy Casanova is the co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Global Strategic Business Process Solutions, a company that provides back-office support for businesses across different sectors. He has been in business, helping entrepreneurs of all levels make their businesses more structured and efficient for over 10 years, and he is with us today to help us understand the importance of your processes and how you can improve them. Listen to this episode to learn how Global Strategic helps businesses across the country, how businesses can grow with the right people, and the key factors to consider in streamlining your processes! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:36 Who is Rudy Casanova? 01:52 What services does Global Strategic offer? 03:28 What should real estate investors be focused on today? 06:16 How are businesses today adjusting to the economy? 08:39 Where did the idea for Global Strategic come from? 11:25 What makes Global Strategic effective in what they do? 17:30 What can entrepreneurs do to start mapping out their processes? 20:48 What is the importance of having a good foundation for your processes? 23:55 What is the biggest mistake big businesses often make? 26:37 Why is it important to prioritize building out your processes? 29:04 What does it take to make outsourcing effective for your business? 34:46 What is Rudy’s best advice for new entrepreneurs today? 38:53 How big is the Global Strategic team today? 39:45 Why is it important to genuinely care for your employees? 41:10 What is Rudy focused on today? 42:06 How can you connect with Rudy and his team? Quotables “Go with some industry experts. Go with people who understand what you don’t.” “If you don’t build a good foundation, then the building will crumble and that’s what it comes down to.” “Learn from others, mentor from others. They are going to give you your best look into what you wanna do in the future.” Links Website: Global Strategic Business Process Solutions https://www.globalstrategic.com/ LinkedIn: Rudy Casanova https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudy-casanova-57272527/ Email: Rudy Casanova rudy.casanova@globalstrategic.com Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Dustin James is the CEO of Texas Kings Capital, a real estate business involved in many different asset classes nationwide. He is an experienced real estate investor with a strong background in new construction and he is with us today to help us learn more about the things that matter when you want to become a developer. Listen now to learn more about Dustin, his journey in new construction, and the lessons he learned through his years as a real estate investor! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:53 Who is Dustin James? 03:42 What should real estate investors in new construction be focused on today? 05:07 How did Dustin learn about new construction? 07:10 Why is it important to build good relationships with your trades? 09:56 Where do people screw up when they get into new construction? 12:15 What kind of development projects is Dustin focused on today? 14:09 Why is Dustin building affordable luxury houses? 15:40 How did Dustin get involved in wholesaling? 20:11 What is the importance of aligning yourself with people who have the same values? 23:05 What is the story behind Texas Kings Capital? 24:37 Why is it important to teach children about finances early in life? 28:07 Why is it important to learn how to manage your finances? 34:28 What is Dustin’s advice for new entrepreneurs? 36:27 When will Dustin focus on building for himself? 38:58 Why is it important to focus on something you love doing? 39:49 How can you connect with Dustin? Quotables “For me, really hone in on perfecting your craft, perfecting what it’s gonna be from start to finish because there’s gonna be a lot of moving parts in new construction.” “Focus on your network because it is your net worth. I know everybody says that, it’s the main saying, but I’m not kidding when I say that. I’ve met more people in the profession to teach me what I need to know to get to where I’m going to further my success in my business.” “Do not just go out there thinking you’re gonna make millions of dollars because you saw a cool video in an hour and you think you can do it – it’s not that easy.” Links Instagram: Dustin James https://www.instagram.com/thedustinjames/ Instagram: JD Homes https://www.instagram.com/jdhomes.luxuryliving/ Email: Dustin James dustin@txcapital.com Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Anthony Todesco is a young Houston-based real estate investor with operations across 7 states in the country through his company, Amplified Properties. He has experience in multiple asset classes and he is with us on the show today to talk about what it’s been like to get into real estate investing at a very young age and the lessons he learned along the way. Listen to this episode to learn more about Anthony, his journey into real estate investing, and what it’s like to be a young blood investor in today’s market! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Who is Anthony Todesco? 02:10 What should real estate investors today be focused on? 04:30 What markets is Anthony’s real estate business in today? 06:00 Why did Anthony decide to get into real estate investing? 08:46 What mistake did Anthony make that really taught him a lesson? 10:22 What marketing strategies are currently working in today’s market? 12:49 Where is Anthony finding buyers for his deals? 13:50 What are the benefits of mentorships for new real estate investors? 15:31 How did Anthony meet his mentor? 17:28 Why is it important to find a mentor who is actively investing in real estate? 22:24 What is Anthony’s advice for aspiring real estate investors today? 24:35 Why could it be beneficial to work for someone for free? 26:55 What are Anthony’s plans for the year? 28:14 How is Anthony preparing to scale his business? 32:13 How can real estate investors effectively navigate changing markets? 33:49 How can you get in touch with Anthony? Quotables “I buy what makes sense. Where the most equity is, where the best rental markets are, that’s where I buy.” “You can do things without money, but obviously, money helps.” “Most networking events are all free and a saying I like to say is “the more hands you shake, the more money you make”, and that is super important.” Links Website: Amplified Properties https://amplifiedprops.com/ Instagram: Anthony Todesco https://www.instagram.com/themrmonopoly/ Book: Who Moved My Cheese? https://www.amazon.com/Moved-Cheese-Spencer-Johnson-M-D/dp/0743582853#:~:text=Book%20overview,mice%20named%20Sniff%20and%20Scurry. Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Justin Fordham is the CEO of Fordham Enterprises and an expert in the 3D Construction Printing (3DCP) space in real estate. He is with us on the show today to give us insights on the real estate development market and what the 3DCP space today looks like. Listen now to learn more about 3D construction printing in real estate and how it can be a solution to the affordability crisis today! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Who is Justin Fordham? 01:45 What should real estate investors be focused on in today’s market? 03:54 What should you consider when developing properties? 05:14 What is 3DCP? 07:03 Why did Justin decide to get into 3DCP? 08:37 What is the history of 3DCP? 10:41 What kind of properties can be built through 3D printing? 13:20 How do customers react to the 3DCP space? 14:43 What are the benefits of 3DCP for developers? 15:51 How does zoning work for 3D-printed properties? 17:30 How do modifications work in 3DCP? 18:24 What kind of machines are used in 3DCP? 19:23 Why is it important to still have humans involved in the 3DCP process? 20:48 What strategy works best for 3DCP? 22:25 Where can a 3DCP developer find funding for their projects? 26:32 What makes 3DCP a more environmental alternative for development? 28:28 How did Justin discover the 3DCP business? 30:18 What is the price point of a 3D-printed property? 32:48 Why would 3DCP work well with ADUs? 34:53 Where can you go for 3DCP funding? 37:04 What is Justin’s advice for young entrepreneurs today? 39:00 Why is it important to get uncomfortable if you want to succeed? 44:26 What does the future look like for Justin in 3DCP? 45:49 What is Justin’s advice for real estate investors in the market today? Quotables “We’ve actually been 3D printing homes since 1949. It’s just that not a lot of people have known about it and had that real technology to mainstream it and bring it to the forefront.” “For people who are in new construction, that’s what they want because you’re pressed with trying to find the right workers that are gonna be consistent.” “If you take time to get to know people, they will also be interested in you and you just never know where that opportunity or where that conversation is gonna take you.” Links Website: Fordham Enterprises https://www.fordham-enterprises.com/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Jason Pritchard is a highly accomplished real estate entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in sales and a large real estate portfolio in California. Jason is the owner and founder of multiple real estate businesses today and he is with us to talk about his journey and the most important lessons he has learned throughout the years. Listen to this episode to learn more about Jason, how adversity can help you move forward in life, and what you can do to achieve success in real estate like he did! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:08 Who is Jason Pritchard? 04:21 What should real estate investors be focused on in today’s market? 05:44 What is the reality of being an investor in California? 08:44 Why is it important for real estate investors to learn how to find good deals? 10:02 How did Jason run numbers as a new investor? 11:20 What is the best way to learn about real estate investing? 13:21 What is Jason’s advice for struggling people in their investing journey? 15:27 What lessons has Jason learned throughout his real estate investing journey? 18:39 How will your mindset help you overcome adversity in business? 19:48 What skills have been beneficial to Jason’s growth in business? 21:55 How did Jason learn how to make decisions for his real estate business? 24:40 How does Jason spend his time today? 28:14 What is the true impact of networking in real estate investing? 31:13 What is Jason’s advice for entrepreneurs today? 35:18 How does Jason manage his business when he’s traveling? 37:30 How can being an entrepreneur today help create flexibility in your life? Quotables “The information is all readily available, but if you wanna get there faster, you need a network, you need a coach, you need a mentor to kinda speed up the process.” “If you’re stuck in a rut, you can’t find any momentum, you need to find other people that you can help.” “Don’t run from adversity. If you guys are dealing with something hard, don’t run from it. I learned to lean into it, figure out how to solve it, and you’ll always be better on the other side.” Links Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Randall Miller is the President and CEO of Randall S. Miller & Associates, a Michigan-based law firm that specializes in representing mortgage lenders, servicers, financial institutions, credit unions, and private investors. Randall has been in practice for over 30 years now and he is on the show today to help us better understand the best ways we can protect ourselves in this business. Listen now to learn more about the reality of investing in defaulted mortgages and the best ways you can protect yourself as a real estate professional today! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:36 Who is Randall Miller? 01:56 What should real estate entrepreneurs be focused on today? 03:18 What is the role of default servicing in real estate? 04:35 What should investors be considering before investing in mortgage notes? 06:51 How does buying mortgage notes really work? 08:20 What mistakes are people making when buying notes from auctions? 10:34 How do tenants in properties in default change the situation? 12:47 How important is it to consult with an experienced attorney before buying notes? 13:46 Why is it important to be working with a local attorney on your deals? 15:16 What is the reality of being on the frontlines of the default servicing industry? 19:08 What makes a good legal counsel for real estate investors? 26:26 What is the problem with just listening to gurus on social media? 28:28 What are some things investors need to know when buying mortgage notes? 32:18 How can real estate professionals today protect themselves better? 34:29 What do investors need to think about the most when buying mortgage notes? 38:23 Why is it important to have the right attorney on your team as a real estate investor? 40:13 What services does Randall S. Miller & Associates offer? 41:50 How can you connect with Randall and his team? Quotables “If you’re buying something at auction, you’re not buying a house. You’re buying the note, but it doesn’t mean that you own the property yet and there are certain things that have to take place before you can make a move.” “Keep in mind – you gotta know where you stand, you gotta know where you are, and you have to have an attorney advise you as to really what is going on, and that attorney has to be from the state where you’re buying that note.” Links Phone: Randall Miller (248) 335 - 0800 Email: Randall Miller rmiller@millerlaw.biz rmiller@rsmalaw.com Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Dean Rogers is a former NFL player and currently one of the biggest names in the real estate space. Dean started his journey in real estate investing 10 years ago and today, he is the founder of Home Helpers Group, he actively invests in real estate, and he is coaching people who are interested in getting into the space too. Listen now to learn how Dean found success in real estate investing over the years and how he is helping new investors achieve their goals too! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:54 Who is Dean Rogers? 02:30 What should real estate investors be focused on today? 04:27 What is the story behind Friends with Benefits in California? 07:53 How did Dean decide on which markets to invest in? 10:01 How did Dean learn about investing in real estate virtually? 13:45 How long did it take for Dean to find his business partner? 21:09 What lessons from sports helped Dean become successful as an entrepreneur? 24:45 What made Dean decide to leave the NFL? 32:40 How did Dean transition from the NFL to a corporate job? 33:44 How important has the “burn the boat” mentality been for Dean? 35:59 What is Dean’s advice for people who want to invest in real estate full-time? 40:27 What is Dean’s advice for real estate investors today? 47:19 How did Dean’s vision for his future play into the decisions he made in his career? 50:51 What is the importance of perseverance to your success? 55:54 What makes a great business partnership? Quotables “The right type of deals for me is not getting into the big, long, difficult projects. I wanna be doing easy, in-and-out type of projects and for me, I’m only doing the best type of projects to flip or keep as a rental.” “The biggest thing that I took away, what not only got me to the success in sports but also in life now, is you don’t always have to be the best.” “I had this mindset of “I’ll do it myself” – I always have and I’ll keep putting in the work and I’ll grind it out.” Links Instagram: Dean Rogers https://www.instagram.com/deanrogersrealestate/ Website: Dean Rogers https://deanrogers.com/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Robert Rakowski is the founder and publisher of REI Ink magazine - one of the industry’s most reliable sources of data today. Robert is an industry expert with years of experience in different magazine companies and today, he is on the show to shed some light on the purpose of REI Ink and how it is changing the real estate investing industry. Listen now to learn more about the story behind REI Ink, the work that is put into each issue, how it impacts the real estate industry, and what the future looks like for the magazine! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:53 What is the story behind REI Ink? 02:00 What is the most important thing in real estate today? 04:18 What made Robert decide to focus on the real estate space? 07:36 Who is REI Ink’s customer base? 11:24 What are the challenges of being in the magazine industry? 14:37 What is it like to manage a publishing team? 16:35 How do the articles published in REI Ink get written? 21:04 Why did REI Ink decide to partner with RCN Capital? 25:56 What is Robert’s favorite part about getting a magazine issue published? 29:10 How does REI Ink remind people of the value of investors? 30:30 What does the future of REI Ink look like? 32:18 Where does Robert’s sales background come from? 34:58 Who was the catalyst to REI Ink’s growth over the years? 37:41 What is Robert’s best advice for real estate investors today? 38:52 What is the goal of REI Ink for its clients? 44:36 What does Robert love the most about Uncontested Investing? Quotables “We founded the magazine on customer service and it’s amazing how far customer service goes.” “Be careful who you listen to, find the experts in the field, and go with the data.” “There’s never a good time to start anything, so if you’re presented with an opportunity, do it and figure out the details later. That’s the way I look at it.” Links Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

Clint Lien is the Executive Vice President of The Bluebook International, a company that provides solutions for real estate investors to help them estimate rehab costs efficiently and accurately. He has been in the industry for years, helping provide reliable resources for real estate investors, and he is on the show to help us better understand the work that goes into rehabbing properties and how we can be more efficient with them. Listen now to learn more about rehabbing properties and how you can be efficient with estimating and planning for the expenses that come with it! Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Who is Clint Lien? 03:07 What should real estate investors be focused on today? 05:43 What is The Bluebook International? 08:30 How is The Bluebook International helping real estate investors today? 12:52 How does The Bluebook International come up with the data they use? 17:30 What factors play into the costs of a rehab project? 23:11 How can real estate investors maintain profitability in their rehabs? 28:55 Why is it important to make educated decisions in your rehabs? 31:07 What are some factors to consider when working with general contractors? 35:30 Why is it important to build strong relationships with vendors and contractors? 39:47 What is Clint’s advice for real estate investors today? 43:19 What does it take to become an effective general contractor? 47:32 What resources does The Bluebook International offer for real estate investors? 48:33 Where can you learn more about The Bluebook International? 49:55 What are the biggest mistakes new flippers are making? Quotables “Build relationships with contractors. Build relationships with realtors. Whoever is gonna be interacting with you in that middle sphere, on that middle lever, build those relationships before you pull the trigger.” “There’s a risk, right? If there was no risk, everybody would do it, that’s what they say. There’s a risk, but you can limit that risk by educating yourself in multiple different ways.” “Ignorance is usually based on a conscious decision, so if you think about what happened, if you think about what went wrong, you can look back and say “oh, that’s where I made that ignorant decision that got me there”.” Links LinkedIn: The Bluebook International https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-bluebook-international-inc./ Website: The Bluebook International https://www.bluebook.net/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/