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We talk with Neil Bawa about agentic AI and why it changes business from asking questions to getting real work done across email, files, meetings, and real estate operations. We share practical ways to connect Claude or similar tools to your workflows so you can reclaim time, move faster, and stay curious while technology shifts under all of us. 
• Neil’s background in tech, data science, and multifamily investing 
• Why depreciation and real estate can radically change take-home income 
• The difference between ChatGPT style prompting and agentic AI actions 
• The “four hour...

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A real estate career can look unstoppable right up until it doesn’t, and that is where the real lessons live. We sit down with Lawrence Dunning to unpack a journey that moves from high-income trading to a five-year pro MMA run, then into Chicago real estate investing, brokerage, and ground-up development. Along the way, he shares what happens when a partnership implodes during COVID, money gets trapped, lawsuits appear, and you still have to show up and rebuild for your family and your future.

We get specific about new construction de...

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Most houses can be “nice” and still be totally forgettable. That’s why I loved talking with Denver real estate broker and developer Athena Brownson about the difference between building a home that simply checks boxes and creating a property people instantly remember.

Athena shares how she’s spent 13 years in residential real estate by specialising in relationships, not gimmicks, and how that trust turns into a referral-driven business. We dig into her move into luxury residential development with her father, and why she’s so determined to avoid the characterless white box...

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Most people say they want a franchise, but what they really mean is “I want a proven path to business ownership without living inside a restaurant.” That’s exactly why we brought on Jon Ostenson of FranBridge Consulting to unpack the world of non-food franchising and show how broad the franchise landscape really is. We talk about why so many great opportunities are hidden in plain sight, and why the businesses that sound the least exciting can be the ones with the steadiest demand.

We get practical about money and structure. Jon br...

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We break down what an investor friendly mortgage broker actually does and why it can be the difference between a dead deal and a closed deal. We also get real about rehab timelines, underwriter pushback, and the “weekend warrior” trap that quietly wrecks budgets. 

• why a mortgage broker adds flexibility by shopping 50 plus lenders 
• how the 2022 rate jump pushed lenders toward investor loan products 
• what DSCR and fix and flip financing look like in real life 
• why underwriters hesitate on first time investors and how we document the deal 
• 12 m...

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The fastest way to lose money in real estate is to win the deal and fumble the loan. We talk with Jonathan Yoo from Convoy Home Loans about investor financing that’s built for how real investors operate: moving fast, protecting downside, and qualifying based on the asset not just a neat W-2. If you’ve been hearing about DSCR loans, bank statement loans, and other non-QM mortgage options, this conversation turns the buzzwords into a clear decision framework.

We get specific about what DSCR actually measures, why 1 to 4 unit rentals can...

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We talk with real estate veteran and coach Debbi DiMaggio about what actually creates long-term success in real estate and why most people stall right before they need to take action. We dig into coachability, simple systems that compound over time, and the mindset shift behind her word of wisdom: motion. 
• Debbi’s background as a 35-year residential real estate agent, coach and author 
• What Debbi coaches agents on inside a large brokerage and team environment 
• Why being coachable matters more than collecting advice 
• The frustration of reinventing the wheel and how...

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What’s really stopping you from closing your first real estate deal? We pull back the curtain on the ten roadblocks that keep smart people stuck—fear, “no money,” not knowing what to say, paperwork panic, even the surprising fear of success—and we turn each one into a practical next step. From a raw story of getting fired at Denny’s to knocking on foreclosure doors with a baby on the hip, we show how action, not perfection, builds confidence and checks.

We walk you through the easiest on-ramp in the game: wh...

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We map a clear path to leave a 9–5 and go full-time in real estate using a simple salary system, strict discipline, and smart rentals. Close two deals, build a cash runway, avoid risky credit, and scale into permanent cash flow.

• framing the top question: how to go full-time
• Dwan’s story of hardship, resolve and early mistakes
• why credit card funded quitting is dangerous
• the two-deal runway and $1,000 weekly pay
• doubling pay after four deals and holding discipline
• targeted debt payoff from new profits
• buying cash-flow rentals...

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What if the difference between a stalled dream and a thriving investing business was 92 door knocks and the courage to keep going? We open the playbook on real estate’s real tradeoffs—time freedom, income control, and generational wealth—balanced against the very human hurdles of self-motivation, information overload, and patience for the first win.

I walk you through the exact path from fired night-shift waitress to 2,000+ deals and even buying a small town. We start with the early days: living inside rehabs to cut costs, learning every tool at Home Depot...

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We lay out a simple, repeatable plan to find distressed properties, lock a clean contract, and assign it to a proven buyer for a fast, ethical profit. Along the way, we share where the best leads hide, how to build a buyer list in days, and why six parties win on one deal.

• wholesaling defined and why it pays fast
• 10% target assignment fees by price point
• pulling 90‑day foreclosure lists at the courthouse
• using Craigslist for hidden motivated sellers
• helping homeowners exit foreclosure with dignity
• using state contract...

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We share the five biggest mistakes from our early years in real estate and the systems that prevent them now. From termites and fire damage to scripts and title work, we break down exact steps to protect profit, trust, and time.

• starting broke and door knocking pre‑Google
• first deals, lucky wins, and early blind spots
• why education beats noise and hype
• paperwork that protects both investor and seller
• scripts for homeowners, banks, buyers, and contractors
• title companies, clear title, and clean closings
• inspection essentials: termites, fire...

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We unpack how to use self-directed IRAs to buy real estate, fund syndications, and even do hard money loans while keeping the same tax advantages as traditional retirement accounts. Henry Yoshida explains the rules, the risks, and how to get started without friction.

• Using IRAs to invest in private real estate
• How rental income and gains are taxed inside IRAs
• Roth IRA benefits for long‑term real estate growth
• Who self‑directed IRAs fit best and why timing matters
• Hard money lending terms and execution via an IRA
• Dive...

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We break down how to turn raw land into builder-ready communities while reducing risk by securing the buyer first. Brandon shares the three-phase model, the biggest mistakes to avoid, and why the right city partners and civil engineer change everything.

• buyer-led land targeting and concept planning
• securing city buy-in before heavy spend
• locking a national builder during due diligence
• three phases: entitlement, horizontal, exit
• multiple exits to fit the market cycle
• designing lots to match builder product lines
• choosing developer-friendly states and cities
• costly pitfalls from po...

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We kick off season eight with Jay Patel to unpack how to build steady, inflation‑beating income from real estate using three verticals: distressed deals, durable cash flow, and bridge lending. Along the way, Jay shares how he helped launch India’s first national MLS and why diversification belongs in both portfolios and life.

• origins of Proptex and Jay’s 30 years in real estate
• building India’s first national MLS and fixing broken data
• why a fund instead of a syndication
• solving sequence‑of‑returns risk in retirement
• three vertical...

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A birthday toast turns into a blueprint for a braver year. We celebrate 67 with honesty about grief, chronic illness, and a new diagnosis, and we choose a simple operating system for 2026: stack gold bricks. A brick can be a workout, a hard phone call, a quiet hour with family, or a closed real estate deal. Coins count, too. When days hit hard, we use a code phrase—“movie day”—to protect morale and communicate needs without giving pain more power than it deserves.

Faith frames the plan. Ecclesiastes 3 reminds us there’s a season...

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Stop waiting on the market to bless you with deals. We’re pulling back the curtain on the five public-record lead sources that keep producing—foreclosure, divorce, probate, unpaid taxes, and bankruptcy—and showing how to work them step by step. I walk through the real foreclosure timeline, what your county site actually reveals, and why most investors show up months late with stale lists. You’ll learn where bankruptcy filings live, how to match them to foreclosure records, and why those last-minute moves signal a seller who needs real help right now.

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Some years don’t just challenge you—they level you. After losing my dad and a dear friend, my body crashed, my energy evaporated, and work I love got painfully scarce. The worst part? I couldn’t name why. Steroids, sleep hacks, strict routines—nothing touched the deep, whole-body ache or the fog that made simple tasks feel like mountains. So I did the uncomfortable thing: I kept asking questions until I got real answers.

What finally clicked was a second diagnosis layered on my rheumatoid arthritis—fibromyalgia. Suddenly the relentless fatigue, u...

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Ready to scale beyond flips and small rentals into commercial real estate without stepping on landmines? We sit down with investor and educator Beckie Lambert to unpack the blueprint: how to pick the right markets, structure safer debt, and build durable cash flow with tenants who actually stay. Beckie has 16 years in commercial under her belt and breaks down the core framework with clarity—what NOI really tells you, how DSCR protects your downside, and why a 1% shift in cap rate can swing a valuation by millions.

We dig into the hi...

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We explore how to make work optional by building cash flow that covers living costs, then scale it with tax-advantaged investments. We compare passive-sounding side hustles with truly passive structures and map a path from education to execution.

• why “mailbox money” is direct deposit cash flow that does not need your daily labor
• calculating a monthly freedom number and replacing expenses in stages
• the power of owning assets in an AI-driven economy
• vetting sponsors, markets and deal structures for syndications and debt funds
• oil and gas cash flow plus long...

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We dig into how investor marketing really works, from targeting to funnels to cost of capital, and why visibility beats postcards. Jason shares a clear playbook for using audits, pixels, and regulations to raise money online without wasting ad spend.

• defining investor marketing across ads, content, outreach
• mapping funnels from awareness to investment
• cost per click, cost per lead, and acquisition benchmarks
• quality vs quantity and blended traffic sources
• geo targeting and audience personas for real estate
• competitor audits with Similarweb, SEMrush, SpyFu
• using Facebook Ads Library to...

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Caleb David shares his unique journey from nonprofit humanitarian work to commercial real estate, revealing how his people-first approach has shaped his success despite market challenges. His background in international aid work provides a refreshing perspective on property transactions, emphasizing relationship-building, authenticity, and community service over quick profits.

• Half East Indian, half American background with significant childhood time in India
• Led nonprofit Table Initiative taking people overseas to understand social issues firsthand
• Made nearly 30 trips to Ethiopia working with anti-trafficking organizations
• Transitioned to commercial real estate after nonprofit burnout...

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The commercial real estate landscape is evolving, not dying, and Mike "Big Mike" Zlotnick is at the forefront of connecting passive investors with lucrative opportunities. His simple yet powerful philosophy? "We marry money and opportunity."

Contrary to popular belief, many commercial property types are thriving post-pandemic. Open-air shopping centers have become particularly attractive investments as supply remains constrained while demand grows. Even previously online-only retailers like Warby Parker have opened hundreds of physical locations, recognizing that customers still want in-person experiences for certain products. Meanwhile, industrial properties continue seeing strong demand...

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Jimmy Rios shares his innovative "Eye Level to High Level Program" that helps real estate investors leverage debt structures to maximize returns and elevate their businesses through proper structuring and stabilization. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear blueprint before investing to avoid costly mistakes that can derail both finances and confidence.

• Going slow to go fast - taking time to properly plan leads to better long-term results
• Credit repair as a crucial first step - pull a TriMerge credit report and use ChatGPT to analyze it
• Creative financ...

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The world of invisible illness is a lonely place where "you look fine" becomes a painful refrain from well-meaning friends and family who can't see the war raging inside your body. For six years, I've navigated life with rheumatoid arthritis—an autoimmune disease where my body attacks my joints, causing inflammation, pain, and progressive damage from my fingers to my hips.

This deeply personal episode peels back the curtain on what it's truly like living with chronic pain that others can't see. I share my diagnosis story, the countless medications and su...

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Sir Lancelot Lenard shares his journey from arriving in America with just $300 to building a real estate empire with over 200 deals and $100 million in sales in Florida. He reveals the systems and mindset shifts that transformed him from an overworked agent handling every aspect of his transactions to the CEO of a growing real estate organization.

• Arrived in America with just $300 after working on cruise ships where he met his wife
• Built a real estate business doing up to 48 deals per year as a solo agent
• Experiencing physical stress sympto...

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Andrea Gordon shares her 27-year journey as Berkeley's top-producing real estate agent for Compass while pursuing multiple creative passions. She created her podcast "Realizations" to educate people about what realtors actually do after feeling frustrated about NAR lawsuits and commission misconceptions.

• Real estate agents meet clients at major life transition points that are inherently stressful
• Most people don't move unless they have to—requiring agents to have both market knowledge and emotional intelligence
• Effective marketing strategies like consistent bus bench advertising for 23+ years
• Increasing marketing during economic downturns helped est...

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Anne Michelle Wand shares her journey from single mother and salon owner to international real estate developer in Panama, where she's creating innovative housing communities for seniors at half the price of equivalent U.S. options. Panama's beautiful Caribbean setting offers both investment opportunities and lifestyle advantages with its perfect year-round climate, friendly people, and growing middle-class economy.

• Started in real estate by subdividing a Boulder property into four lots after her divorce
• Owned and operated London Hair salon in Boulder while building her real estate portfolio
• Traveled through Centra...

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Dwan Bent-Twyford celebrates hitting 1 million podcast downloads and welcomes back Jerome Lewis, also known as "Mr. Implementation," to discuss real estate marketing strategies and personal insights. Jerome shares his TRUTH method—a powerful framework for creating engaging content for real estate investors.

• Jerome explains how he earned his nickname "Mr. Implementation" by helping investors put knowledge into action
• Social media presence is crucial for real estate investors—Facebook is recommended as the starting platform due to its older demographic with more resources
• The TRUTH method guides content creation: Target audience...

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Mark Dolfini returns to share his evolution from the Landlord Coach to a business strategist helping entrepreneurs create sustainable, time-wealthy businesses through his VIPER methodology. We discuss the importance of putting personal vision before business goals and the dangers of living to serve your business rather than building a business that serves your life.

• Celebrating 1 million podcast downloads and reconnecting with favorite past guests
• Why Mark transitioned from real estate coaching to broader business strategy
• The VIPER method: Vision, Infrastructure, Process, Execution, Reporting
• Creating a personal vision before developi...

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Dr. Allen Lomax shares valuable insights about wealth-building through alternative investments, revealing how the wealthy invest differently than the average person. He explains the barriers preventing most people from accessing high-yield private investments and offers solutions through his coaching program.

• Celebrating 1 million podcast downloads
• Introduction to Dr. Allen Lomax, organizational system psychologist and investor
• The story behind "Steed Talker" and connection with traumatized horses
• How animals respond to human energy and presence
• Dr. Lomax's mission to empower professionals to develop wealth while pursuing their passion
• The IMPACT frame...

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Krista Mashore shares her journey from being a solo agent closing 154 transactions in her final year to becoming a full-time coach with over 1,000 students nationwide. She reveals how she creates her own economy regardless of market conditions.

• Maintaining a small number of transactions annually to ensure her coaching remains practical and current
• Creating consistent video content as the foundation of real estate marketing success
• Learning proper distribution methods since less than 2% of organic content is actually seen
• Implementing "digital location domination" through neighborhood-specific marketing funnels
• Differentiating yourself when 74% o...

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Neil Timmins shares how he built the largest private lending business in Des Moines while creating wealth through commercial real estate syndication focused exclusively on the Iowa market.

• Transforming from commercial real estate educator to syndicator and hard money lender
• Building a syndication business focused exclusively on Iowa properties across multiple asset classes
• Adding $600,000 in property value to a mobile home park by replacing a $5,500/month dumpster with individual garbage cans
• Creating "Little Guy Loans" that deployed over $10 million with zero defaults
• Opening syndication opportunities for passive investors...

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Hitting one million downloads calls for a celebration and a reunion! In this episode, I reconnect with Olivia, whose life has transformed dramatically since we last spoke in 2021. From welcoming her first child to now expecting her second while managing a record-breaking Bahama Breeze restaurant, Olivia's journey exemplifies embracing life's constant changes.

Our conversation dives deep into the realities of modern leadership. Olivia shares how she manages a team of over 100 employees while maintaining exceptional retention rates in an industry known for high turnover. Her approach—focusing on accountability, developing emotional in...

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Ever wondered what's behind those small metal industrial buildings you pass on the outskirts of town? They might just be the commercial real estate sector's best-kept investment secret. Austin Edelmon, with 20 years of experience specializing in small bay industrial complexes, pulls back the curtain on this lucrative niche that's outperforming traditional commercial investments.

While retail, multifamily, and office sectors continue to navigate post-pandemic challenges, small bay industrial spaces are delivering impressive returns that have caught the attention of sophisticated investors nationwide. Austin explains why these metal construction facilities with multiple small...

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Decluttering isn't just about tidying up—it's about creating space for peace in a chaotic world. Hitting 1 million downloads calls for celebrating with a powerful guest, and Conny Graf delivers with compassion and wisdom that will transform how you approach your environment.

Conny, founder of "From Chaos to Peace," reveals why most of us struggle to implement organizational systems despite knowing what to do. "The information is not necessarily the problem," she explains. "The problem is why aren't we doing what we often know we need to do?" This question unlocks a...

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Ever wondered how top real estate investors acquire valuable properties without emptying their bank accounts or battling for traditional financing? Chris Prefontaine, founder and chairman of Smart Real Estate Coach, pulls back the curtain on Subject-To investing - a powerful strategy that's transforming how savvy investors build wealth across North America.

Subject-To investing allows you to purchase properties "subject to" the existing mortgage, taking title while the original loan stays in the seller's name. This approach creates three distinct profit centers what Prefontaine has trademarked as the "Three Paydays" system: upfront...

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Curious about commercial real estate but unsure where to start? In this enlightening conversation, commercial lending expert Kamyar demystifies the process of acquiring commercial properties and reveals why they often represent superior investments to residential real estate.

The financial advantages of commercial property ownership become immediately clear as Kamyar explains the hands-off nature of management - "You're literally just getting rent every month" while tenants handle most maintenance responsibilities. This stark contrast to the constant demands of residential properties makes commercial real estate particularly attractive for investors seeking passive income streams.<...

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Your mind is either your greatest asset or your worst enemy – especially in real estate. When Dr. Noah St. John joins Dwan Bent-Twyford on this episode, he pulls back the curtain on what's really holding most real estate investors back from explosive growth.

Known as "the Sheldon Cooper of self-help," Dr. St. John breaks down success into two critical components: inner game and outer game. While most experts focus exclusively on strategies and tactics, Noah's work with thousands of entrepreneurs reveals a startling truth – 90% of the $3 billion he's helped clients generate came...

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How does the creator of the universe view time, free will, and our spiritual journey? Do we need to "manifest" our desires, or is there a simpler path to transformation?

When third-generation minister and book publishing expert Steve Kidd joined me to celebrate our one million download milestone, our conversation quickly evolved into a profound exploration of faith versus modern manifestation practices. Steve cuts through spiritual complexity with refreshing clarity: "The creator of everything in the whole world wants more than anything else to just hang out with you." This perspective...