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Most people think you need tons of time, money, or experience to start investing in real estate. Anthony Scornaienchi is proof that you don’t.

In this episode, we sit down with Anthony, a full-time school teacher turned real estate investor, to unpack the exact steps he took to get started — including the one investment decision that change...

He started as a school teacher. Now he manages 35 Airbnb properties and runs a luxury vending machine business.

In this episode, we sit down with Billy Perez to unpack his transformation from educator to entrepreneur, and the bold moves that helped him build financial freedom on his terms.

Billy shares how he scaled his Airbnb business from 2 to 35 listings using nothing but word-of-mouth, why the short-term rental game is far from dead, and how he’s using social media and shameless marketing to stand out in a crowded space.

We...

Free Rental Property Workshop: Learn how to buy your first (or next) rental property in 2025. Join us live on Thursday, May 15th at 7PM EST! Save your seat here: https://start.juice-enterprises.com/home-page

What’s scarier, failing or never finding out what you’re truly capable of?
 

In this episode, we open up about one of the biggest decisions we’ve ever made: walking away from comfort and certainty to go all-in on ourselves. We talk about the mental battles that come with leaving a secure job, the pressure of being the firs...

Free Rental Property Workshop: Learn how to buy your first (or next) rental property in 2025. Join us live on Wednesday, May 7th at 7PM EST! Save your seat here: https://start.juice-enterprises.com/home-page

What if the most profitable play in real estate isn’t houses at all?

In this episode, we sit down with Clay Hepler, an investor who’s quietly built a seven-figure land flipping business while most people are still chasing traditional real estate deals. Clay breaks down why land is one of the most underrated wealth-building vehicles in 2025—and how you...

What if you could make more money flipping dirt than flipping houses?

In this episode, we sit down with Brian Desmarais, a military veteran who walked away from his W2 job and built a million-dollar land flipping business in just 18 months. He breaks down the exact land deal that netted him $400,000 in profit, and how he and his wife are scaling faster (with less stress) than most house flippers ever will.

We dive deep into how Brian finds high-profit deals no one else is looking at, how text message marketing became his unfair...

Most investors think long-term rentals or short-term Airbnb stays are the only ways to profit in real estate. But what if there was a massive, untapped opportunity that combines the best of both worlds?

In this episode, we sit down with Gary and Steve Brown, the powerhouse duo behind Furnished Quarters—one of the largest corporate housing companies in the world. They reveal how they transitioned from small-scale real estate investors to dominating the multi-billion-dollar corporate housing industry—and how you can apply the same strategies to build consistent, high-income rental properties.

We dive...

What would you do if you lost $50 million overnight?

In this episode, we sit down with Rod Khleif, a real estate legend who has owned and managed over 2,000 units and built one of the most respected brands in multifamily investing. Rod shares the full story of how he lost $50M during the 2008 crash and what it took to rebuild his wealth, mindset, and mission from scratch.

We dive deep into the psychology of success, the difference between money and fulfillment, and the habits and focus required to scale a real estate business, especially...

Most entrepreneurs believe success is about making more money and growing a bigger audience—but what if that’s actually holding you back?

In this episode, we sit down with Cole Ruud-Johnson, a real estate entrepreneur who discovered that real success isn’t about chasing vanity metrics—it’s about taking strategic risks, building relationships, and creating a business that aligns with your lifestyle and values.

Cole shares how one bold risk at just 20 years old landed him in a room with some of the biggest names in real estate—Brandon Turner, Ryan...

Most people think real estate success is just about finding deals and securing financing—but the biggest growth hack isn’t in the numbers, it’s in your network. In this episode, we break down how building a personal brand on social media and launching a podcast transformed our real estate business, helping us scale from 8 to 80 rental units in record time.

We share exactly how we used social media as a digital resume, leveraging content to attract partnerships, raise capital, and get direct access to industry leaders. Instead of cold outreaches and networking the hard way, w...

Most people assume a dream job like hosting ESPN’s SportsCenter means you’ve made it financially, but Gary knows better. While building his career in sports media, he realized that a high paycheck doesn’t equal financial freedom. That’s why, during the pandemic, he turned to real estate as his long-term wealth strategy.

In this episode, we dive deep into Gary’s journey from sports anchor to real estate investor, including how he turned $20,000 into 9 rental properties in under two years—all while keeping up with the demands of a national television career. He shares the l...

Would you sell your 401k and live in a van if it meant achieving financial freedom? Kassidy Warren did exactly that.

In this episode, we dive into his insane journey from corporate engineer to full-time real estate investor, how he cashed out his retirement savings to go all-in on real estate, and why living in a van helped him reset his mindset, cut expenses, and fast-track his success.

Kassidy shares how he started with Airbnb, leveraged house hacking, and eventually scaled into boutique hotels—proving that with bold moves and strategic investing, you ca...

Most people think real estate is just about buying properties and hoping they go up in value—but the reality is, it’s one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available when you understand all the ways it makes you money. In this episode, we’re breaking down the 7 biggest financial benefits of real estate investing using our CAPITAL framework (Cashflow, Appreciation, Principal Pay Down, Inflation Hedge, Tax Advantages, Asset Control, and Leverage).

We dive into why real estate generates consistent income, builds equity over time, protects you against inflation, and gives you massive tax benefits—all whil...

Airbnb has changed the game for real estate investors, but what if there’s an even better way to generate massive cash flow without the headaches of short-term rentals? In this episode, we sit down with boutique hotel investor Gideon Spencer to break down why boutique hotels are exploding as the next big real estate play.

Gideon shares his journey from tech to real estate, how he built a 24-unit boutique hotel projected to net over $1M annually, and why investors are quietly shifting away from traditional short-term rentals. We dive into why boutique hotels offer hi...

After serving in the Navy, James Lascara set his sights on real estate—but his path to success wasn’t conventional. Starting with house hacking in 2014, James scaled his portfolio and eventually transitioned into high-level real estate development in Tampa, one of the fastest-growing markets in the country.

In this episode, James breaks down how he built his rental portfolio, the strategic moves that helped him scale, and why Tampa’s real estate market has transformed since 2019. He also shares insider insights on market trends, pricing strategies, and the impact of hurricanes on property values. Beyond invest...

Scaling from 0 to 70 units didn’t happen overnight. It took strategic financing, smart partnerships, and relentless execution. In this episode, we sit down with the Zero to 100 Podcast to break down exactly how we did it, and how you can too.

We share the key strategies that fueled our growth, from leveraging HELOCs and creative financing to building high-impact partnerships that accelerated our deal flow. We also discuss the mindset shifts and tough lessons learned that helped us push through obstacles and stay in the game.

If you’re looking to buy your firs...

The real estate market is shifting, and if you’re still investing the way you did last year, you’re already behind. The real estate landscape is changing, and the investors who adapt will win big. In this episode, we break down exactly how we’re pivoting our strategy in 2025—and how you can do the same to maximize cash flow, lower risk, and scale faster.

We dive deep into why midterm rentals are outperforming traditional short-term and long-term strategies, the specific tenant demographics we’re targeting for higher, more predictable cash flow, and why turnkey properties...

Most people chase financial freedom, but few ever achieve it. Why? Because they don’t understand the difference between active income, passive income, and true work optionality.

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Moy, an investor who cracked the code on escaping the 9-5 by strategically shifting from active to passive real estate investments. He shares how he went from selling gym equipment to building a real estate portfolio that lets him live life on his own terms.

We break down the key differences between growth and cash-flow investments and why most in...

Most people think you need a ton of money to start in real estate, but what if you could make serious cash without ever owning property?

In this episode, we sit down with Tyson Smith, a real estate wholesaler who built his business from the ground up, turning cold calls into contracts and contracts into cash. Tyson breaks down the exact steps to finding off-market deals, negotiating with sellers, and flipping contracts for profit—without needing your own capital.

We dive deep into the real skills behind wholesaling, including seller psychology, building a ro...

Most people don’t fail because they lack knowledge—they fail because they hesitate. Analysis paralysis is the silent killer of success, keeping people stuck in fear, overthinking every decision instead of taking action. In this episode, we break down exactly why overanalyzing is holding you back and how to push through fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt to finally start making moves in business, real estate, and life.

We walk through three powerful strategies you can implement today to make faster, high-stakes decisions. You'll learn why waiting for perfect information is costing you opportunities, how to reframe fear...

Most investors focus on short-term or long-term rentals, but Jesse Vasquez found a sweet spot in between—and it changed everything.

After skipping college and working in healthcare for years, Jesse struck gold by selling some his Moderna stock that he bought before the global COVID-19 pandemic and used it to launch a wildly successful real estate business focused on midterm rentals.

In this episode, he breaks down how midterm rentals provide higher cash flow than traditional rentals with less turnover than Airbnbs—making them the perfect strategy for investors looking for stability and...

Most people listening to this podcast want to invest in real estate, but fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome hold them back. Kyle Price was no different. As a traveling physical therapist from Philadelphia, he and his wife knew they wanted to build long-term wealth—but analysis paralysis and uncertainty kept them on the sidelines.

In this episode, Kyle shares how he broke through those barriers, took action, and closed his first rental property in just 90 days. From finding the right deal to navigating closing delays and managing from a distance, Kyle reveals exactly how he secured a mu...

Most investors fail because they’re guessing. The best ones win because they use data.

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Meyer, Head of Real Estate Investing at BiggerPockets, to expose the biggest myths in real estate and how to make smarter investment decisions using data—not emotions.

Dave breaks down why national housing trends are misleading, how to analyze local markets the right way, and why affordability trends will determine the next big opportunities. He also shares the key numbers every investor should track, how to avoid analysis paralysis, and why long...

Dave Seymour spent 16 years running into burning buildings—then he walked away to take on a different kind of fire: the real estate market. Best known as the host of Flipping Boston, Dave turned his passion for problem-solving into a $150M real estate empire, raising private capital and closing over $9 billion in transactions.

In this episode, we dive into his incredible transition from firefighter to full-time investor, how he built a fund that gives everyday investors access to institutional-quality deals, and why multifamily real estate is the ultimate vehicle for long-term wealth. Dave reveals the hard tr...

Most 23-year-olds are still figuring out their next move—Chase Gallagher already owns 10 properties and runs a thriving business. He started mowing lawns at 13, turned it into a six-figure landscaping company, and leveraged his cash flow to build a real estate empire—all before most people buy their first home.

In this episode, Chase breaks down exactly how he scaled his business, the strategy behind his first owner-financed real estate deal at 20, and why branding and networking are his secret weapons for success. We also dive into pricing strategies, financial literacy, and the mindset shifts required to brea...

Most entrepreneurs are losing money every year without realizing it. The problem? They don’t structure their businesses correctly. In this episode, we sit down with Tommy Thornburgh, founder of Prime Corporate Services, to expose the biggest tax loopholes, business credit strategies, and asset protection hacks that high-level entrepreneurs and real estate investors use to build and protect their wealth.

Tommy shares his incredible journey from a tough upbringing to becoming a financial expert, helping thousands of investors and business owners optimize their taxes, legal entities, and estate planning. He also reveals the most overlooked tax...

Most people think you need money, experience, or connections to succeed in real estate—Phil Bach proves otherwise. In this episode, Phil shares how he went from having no direction after college to becoming a successful investor, wholesaler, and house flipper by mastering one skill: finding great deals.

We dive into how networking and relationships changed his career, why deal flow is the key to success, the biggest mistakes new investors make and how to avoid them, why wholesaling is one of the best entry points into real estate, and how to adapt to market shi...

Most people blow their settlement money—Matthew Ballantyne turned his $45K insurance payout into his first real estate investment, setting the foundation for financial freedom. In this episode, he breaks down how credit, loan strategies, and financial education are the real keys to building wealth in real estate.

Matthew shares expert insights on DSCR loans, consolidating properties, and separating personal and business credit to maximize cash flow. He also reveals the most overlooked financial tools that investors should be using right now to reduce costs and scale faster.

If you want to leverage cr...

In this episode, we sit down with Henry Washington, real estate investor and co-host of BiggerPockets, to break down the exact networking strategy that helped him scale his portfolio, build long-term wealth, and land one of the most influential roles in the industry.

Henry shares how leading with value creates endless opportunities, the secret to staying top of mind, and the networking strategy that opened doors to BiggerPockets. He also dives into his latest investment in residential assisted living and why he believes it’s a game-changer for both wealth building and impact.

If you wa...

Want to level up fast? Get in the right rooms. Diego Corzo did just that - going from a broke DACA recipient to financially free by 26 by mastering the art of relationships.

In this episode, we break down why your network is your biggest asset and how Diego used strategic connections to unlock bigger opportunities, grow his wealth, and surround himself with high performers. He also reveals how his latest venture, Realty of America, is helping real estate pros collaborate and scale faster than ever.

If you’re ready to build your tribe, create millionaire co...

What happens when the game ends? Super Bowl champion and the New Orleans Saints’ all-time leader in receptions, yards, and touchdowns, Marques Colston joins us to talk about what it really takes to transition from professional sports to business success.

Marques shares how he went from being a 7th-round draft pick to an NFL legend and how he applied the same mindset to entrepreneurship. We dive into the challenges athletes face after retirement, the importance of identity beyond the game, and how he built a thriving career in leadership, mentorship, and business development.

From launching mu...

In this episode, we sit down with Elijah Rubin, a real estate powerhouse who has closed over 800 deals totaling $300M. As an expert in wholesaling and fire-damaged properties, Elijah breaks down how he built his empire by mastering the art of identifying and closing highly profitable deals.

We dive into proven wholesaling strategies, creating multiple income streams from a single deal, thriving in competitive markets, and navigating challenges like the 2008 crash. Elijah also shares insider tips on dominating niche markets and scaling a business while staying focused.

Whether you’re just starting out in real es...

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Edwards, Founding Partner of Champion Venture Partners (CVP) and former professional MMA athlete, to explore his transition from the fighting arena to the venture capital world. Nick shares how his athletic career and expertise in physiology and health tech led him to develop groundbreaking metabolic performance markers used by NFL, NHL, and NBA teams and Olympians.

We dive into CVP’s mission to democratize access to sports investment opportunities, making alternative assets accessible to all. Nick discusses CVP’s strategic partnership with Sweater, Inc., aimed at bringing sports alte...

In this episode, we sit down with Ken Wilkins, a serial entrepreneur with a proven track record of building and scaling multiple 8-figure businesses. With expertise spanning real estate, finance, private equity, and management consulting, Ken breaks down the strategies and systems he’s used to drive explosive growth in diverse industries.

We dive into Ken’s approach to process optimization, operational efficiency, and unlocking untapped potential in businesses. He shares actionable insights on lean thinking, scaling effectively, and overcoming the common challenges entrepreneurs face as they grow.

Whether you’re launching a startup or lookin...

In this raw and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Brian North, founder of Arizona real estate brokerage, North&Co., to explore his journey from self-made millionaire to rock bottom. Brian opens up about his battles with depression, divorce, and the personal struggles that success often hides.

We dive deep into the phases of life and business, what it takes to rebuild after hitting your lowest point, and how to find purpose beyond material success. Brian’s story is a powerful reminder that no matter how successful you are, we’re all human—and resilience is key to lev...

What happens when you leave a dream job at Tesla to pursue entrepreneurship - only to fail spectacularly? In this episode, Fernando Corona shares his raw and powerful story of overcoming fear, failure, and self-doubt.

Fernando opens up about the challenges of leaving the security of a 9-to-5, losing his life savings in a failed hedge fund investment, and facing the reality of telling his wife and young child they were broke. From starting a marketing company to trying dropshipping and sales tax services, Fernando’s first year as an entrepreneur was anything but smooth.

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At just 24 years old, Kevin Choe made the bold decision to sell his entire rental portfolio. In this episode, we dive into the reasons behind his unexpected move, the lessons he learned along the way, and what’s next for this young investor. Kevin opens up about the challenges of managing properties, his long-term financial goals, and why sometimes stepping back can be the smartest move forward.

Whether you’re an experienced investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights on strategy, risk management, and redefining success in real estate.
 

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In this episode of the Wealth Juice Podcast, we sit down with Jonathan Wicks, founder of Well & Good Professional Services, to explore the secrets behind building a scalable, million-dollar business in the short-term rental industry.

Jonathan shares how his company simplifies the most challenging on-site functions—like cleaning, restocking, and linen management—so property managers can focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences. He also dives deep into time management strategies, the importance of building strong team cultures, and how to leverage relationships for long-term success.

We discuss how entrepreneurs can turn logistical challenges into growth oppo...

In this episode, we sit down with Donato Callahan, founder of BrightInvestor, to unpack his remarkable journey from a Department of Defense geospatial analyst to real estate entrepreneur with a portfolio of 396 units by age 25.

Donato shares the strategies and tools he used to scale his real estate portfolio quickly, including how market analysis and informed decision-making were key to his success. We also dive into the story behind his company  BrightInvestor, a cutting-edge property analysis tool that’s helping investors find opportunities and grow their wealth more efficiently than ever before.

Whether you’re an as...

In this episode, we’re joined by Pascal Wagner, founder of Grow Your Cashflow, to explore the untapped potential of private investments. Pascal breaks down how real estate syndications and alternative investments can help investors achieve financial freedom by creating consistent, passive income streams.

We dive into the strategies behind identifying lucrative private investment opportunities, the critical role of due diligence, and how these investments can reduce reliance on traditional W-2 income.

Pascal also shares insights from his Cashflow Academy, where he helps investors navigate the world of private investments and buil...

In this episode, we sit down with former air traffic controller turned boutique hotel investor, Rich Somers. Now the CEO of Somers Capital and host of the Rich Somers Report Podcast, Rich shares the incredible story of how he transitioned into real estate investing by liquidating his entire 401k. Rich was then able to scale his business and strategically network with powerhouses in the industry by creating an incredible personal brand and presence on social media.

Throughout the episode, we dive into the importance of treating social media as your digital resume, creating meaningful connections in the...