90 Up Challenge: Real Estate Investing Podcast
Level up your investment game with professional Real Estate Investor, James Wells. You'll learn tips and tricks about various investment strategies that James has perfected over many years of being in the business.
Episode 47: Refi, Buy, or Bail? Insider Tips to Survive the 2025 Market (ft. Ladelle White)
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Want to Buy, Refi, or Invest Smarter? This Episode Is Your Mortgage Cheat Code.
In this must-listen conversation, James sits down with mortgage expert Ladelle White to pull back the curtain on today’s loan and real estate market. Whether you're a first-time buyer, seasoned investor, or just mortgage-curious, you’ll learn why pre-approvals are more than paperwork, how to navigate refinancing options like a pro, and what lenders really want to see.
Ladelle shares her unique journey in the loan industry, reveals hard truths about current mark...
Episode 46: The Real Estate Hacks They Don't Teach You (ft. James Durham)
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In this episode, James Wells sits down with fellow real estate professional James Durham to unpack what it really takes to succeed in today’s competitive market. They dive into the power of discipline and consistency, the behind-the-scenes systems that keep top agents on track, and how staying organized can directly impact your bottom line.
The conversation covers today’s real estate market challenges, the growing multifamily investment scene in Tallahassee, and why raw land might be one of the most overlooked investment opportunities. The pair also break down how strong comm...
Episode 45: How To Build Wealth Through Real Estate — Without Quitting Your Job (ft. John Romero)
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John Romero ditched the full-time pharmacy life to build a real estate empire—and he's just getting started. In this episode, he shares how he used creative financing to grow his portfolio, his love for sustainable living (yes, chickens and gardens), and tips for anyone ready to take the leap into investing or entrepreneurship.
Career pivots, passive income, work-life balance—it’s all here.
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EMAIL: genoneinvest@gmail.com
Episode 44: How To Go From Stuck To Unstoppable (ft. Kisha Hayes)
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Feeling stuck in your goals or business? In this episode, James and Kisha share how to get unstuck and regain momentum through strategic goal setting, time management, and aligning your goals with your values.
Kisha brings her expertise as a real estate broker and agent, offering tips on finding your niche, staying disciplined, and focusing on income-generating activities. Whether you're in real estate or just looking to break through a rut, this episode gives you actionable steps to build traction and create lasting success.
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In this episode, host James Wells, a local real estate investor, sits down with Wyatt Graves, a real estate broker and mentor from Louisiana, to discuss groundbreaking solutions for affordable housing. Wyatt shares his subscription-based housing model and co-living concept, offering fresh perspectives on making housing more accessible and profitable.
Whether you're a real estate investor, landlord, or simply curious about the future of housing, this episode is packed with valuable insights! Don't miss Wyatt’s expert advice on overcoming obstacles and achieving success in real estate.
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Episode 42: The Truth About The BRRRR Strategy in 2025 — Is It Still Worth It? (ft. Jonathan Duhon)
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In this episode, James teams up with real estate investor, Jonathan Duhon, to spill the tea on the BRRRR method in 2025. Is it still worth it? Will rising interest rates make this famed investing strategy a thing of the past? Listen to find out!
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Episode 41: Our Online Course Review (ft. Brandon Beebe)
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In this special episode of the 90Up Real Estate Podcast, we chat with Brandon Beebe, one of the beta testers for our brand-new online course! 🎉
Brandon dives into his experience, shares incredible feedback, and reveals how the course has already impacted his growth. From practical strategies to mindset shifts, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways for anyone ready to level up their life and business.
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Episode 40: Powerful Portfolio Results (ft. Courtney Fricke)
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Today, we chat with seasoned investor Courtney Fricke about her journey to finding clarity and purpose in real estate. In 2019, burnout and a lack of direction led her to realize that flipping and wholesaling didn’t align with her vision or bring her the freedom she wanted.
By surrounding herself with the right people and learning from seasoned mentors, Courtney redefined her path, focusing on what truly mattered to her. Now, she’s passionate about sharing her story, connecting with others, and helping them navigate the unpredictable world of real estate. Tune...
Episode 39: Insider Strategies to get Deals Done (ft. Miguel Becerril)
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Today we're talking to 'Real Estate Connector' Extraordinaire, Miguel Becerril. Miguel talks about how making connections and networking have allowed him to be the 'middle-man' in real estate deal making. He and James also discuss their highly popular 'waterfall' payment method and why private money lenders love it so much.
Send Miguel a DM on Instagram! @miguel_a_becerril
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Episode 38: Extra Cash Flow in Mid-Term Rentals (ft. TJ Nguyen)
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TJ Nguyen joins us today to teach us all about investing in Mid-Term Rentals. This episodes highlights how mid-term rentals can level up your rental portfolio and how to get started. Throughout his experience, TJ has picked up some tips and tricks along the way and shares some of his top secrets with us all!
If you'd like to work with TJ, you can contact him via all social media platforms @auburnninja or via his website https://13rainbows.com/.
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Episode 37: Keeping Lenders Through Tough Markets (ft. Randy Opp)
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Private Money Lender, Randy Opp, joined us today to discuss his experiences as a Real Estate Lender. He shares some insightful tips on the changing market, real estate lending and how beginners should approach lending when they first get started.
You can email Randy at: randy.opp@newopptions.com
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Episode 36: How to Fund Your Next Deal with Private Money (ft. Paul Lutter)
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Have you been stuck with finding ways to secure money for your real estate deals? This fascinating conversation with experienced, private money lender, Paul Lutter, will provide you with great insight, advice and tips for securing that loan that will allow you to invest in real estate.
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Episode 35: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: Everything Beginners NEED To Know About Real Estate (ft. SuperMario Garcia)
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In this episode, James teams up with Subto and Astro-Flipping expert, SuperMario Garcia. The two delve into everything beginners need to know about real estate, holding nothing back.
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Email: SuperMario@RealEstateHelpersUS.com
Phone: (321) 321-1100
Social Media: @SuperMario4ce
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Episode 34: Crush Your Agent Outreach With The Skorch Method (ft. Jonah Korchin)
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In this episode, James interviews Subto mastermind, Jonah Korchin. Together, they dissect Jonah's famous agent acquisition method, the Skorch Method. Plus, learn some tips and tricks when it comes to utilizing CRM, scrapers, and building client relationships.
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Website: www.jonahkorchin.com
Check out Jonah's scraper: https://www.simplsend.com/scraper
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Episode 33: EVERYTHING You Need to Know About Title Companies (ft. Jared Miguez)
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This week, James teams up with attorney Jared Miguez to discuss everything you need to know about working with a title company.
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Instagram: @arenacollective
TikTok: @jaredmiguez
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Episode 32: What Makes A Millionaire (ft. John Galan)
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In this episode, James discusses the method behind the madness that is John Galan. In just a few short years, John Galan has seen massive success in his real estate business, and he leaves nothing left unsaid as he shares with us just how he did it, and what his plans are for the future.
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Episode 31: From Rags to Riches: How to Close Your First $200,000 Deal (ft. Isaiah Malonson)
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In this episode, James and Isaiah Malonson share their experiences of overcoming challenges and achieving success in their businesses. Isaiah's journey from a troubled past to a successful wholesaler in real estate will inspire you to do the same. Isaiah discusses the importance of resilience, self-improvement, and the value of taking risks, all while detailing the riveting story of how he went from single digits in his bank account to $200k in the span of a month.
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Episode 30: How to Change Your Life Right Now With This Real Estate Strategy (ft. Sterling Chapman)
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In this episode, James discusses how to successfully utilize the BRRRR strategy in 2024 with successful real estate investor, Sterling Chapman.
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Episode 29: THE TRUTH - How Sellers REALLY Feel About Real Estate Investors
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In this special behind the scenes episode, James and his team talks to Heather, a seller that James has done a successful real estate deal with. She doesn't hold anything back, and gives an honest and concise rundown of what creative real estate looks like from this oftentimes forgotten perspective.
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Episode 28: How To Fund Your Next Flip With Hard Money (ft. Derik Young)
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In this episode, James teams up with Derik Young, a Home Lending Advisor with one of the fastest-growing companies in America, Vontive. Derik walks you through the ins and outs of hard money loans, how to acquire them, and what they can do for YOUR real estate business.
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Episode 27: How to Get Your Next Private Money Lender (ft. Jay Conner)
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On this episode, James talks private money lending and self-directed IRAs with The Private Money Authority, Jay Conner. Jay takes us through his method for successfully landing quick-to-close deals through private lenders, and why this method of creative financing might be the best for your real estate business.
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JAY'S YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@raisingprivatemoneyrealestate
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Episode 26: Getting Started With DSCR Loans for Your Real Estate Business (ft. Derik Young)
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In this episode, James teams up with Derik Young, a Home Lending Advisor with one of the fastest-growing companies in America, Vontive. Learn all about DSCR loans, liquidities, and how to use these products in tandem with real estate strategies such as BRRRR and rate and term refinancing.
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Episode 25: Why Choosing A Real Estate Niche is so Important
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In this episode, James shares some crucial tips for choosing a niche! He discusses the importance of choosing a niche, becoming an expert in that area, and staying focused in order to maximize your efforts and gain traction.
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Episode 24: First steps to start your Wholesale Business
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In today's episode, James discusses how to set up your business, what your first steps should be, and the process for hiring people to grow your company. It's so important to lay a strong foundation so that your business is set up to succeed!
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Episode 24: First steps to start your Business
In today's episode, James discusses how to set up your business, what your first steps should be, and the process for hiring people to grow your company. It's so important to lay a strong foundation so that your business is set up to succeed!
If you would like to see the video version, you can find it on our YouTube page linked below. You can also find the full length version in our Secret Sauce Course on Teachable, along with 30+ other videos on similar topics!
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Episode 23: Best Tricks to Add to Your Script
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In this episode, James discusses the subtle psychology that makes all the difference when speaking over the phone to sellers. Use these tips and tricks to level up YOUR script and land more deals!
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Episode 22: How To Wholesale In Any Market (ft. Jae Alexander)
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In this episode, James teams up with long-time wholesaler, Jae Alexander, to discuss selling your property once it's under contract—and how to use any market to your advantage.
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Episode 21: What You Need to Succeed in Creative Financing
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In this episode, James describes the type of person it takes to succeed in the world of creative financing. He highlights one of his favorite books, Atomic Habits, written by James Clear, and explains how doing the internal work first to build one's consistency and dedication can make all the difference in establishing a successful real estate business.
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Episode 20: How to Maximize The Use of A Home Inspection
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In this episode, James discusses the importance of a home inspection, and how to utilize them on the front-end of your flip to avoid unwelcome surprises in the future.
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Episode 19: How to Avoid The Due on Sale Clause
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In this episode, James encourages new investors to be aware of the Due on Sale Clause and how to be prepared to deal with it if it does come up.
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Episode 18: Understanding a Subto Deal - Grocery Store Example
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A common Real Estate Investing strategy, buying a property subject to the existing mortgage, can be quite confusing. James breaks it down using an example that everyone can understand!! It becomes simple, easy to understand, and unforgettable!
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Episode 17: Types of Loans for Purchasing Real Estate Properties
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In this episode, James shares details about twelve different types of loans. He shares how to get them, what the criteria for getting them is, which ones are best for certain scenarios, and the pros and cons of each. For a detailed list of these loans, feel free to email reagan@pinkpiggyinvests.com to request the complete guide.
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Episode 16: Building Your Real Estate Business with the right Personnel
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In today's episode, James gives you a detailed guide to hiring the right people to help you run your company. Having the right people in the right places will maximize your progress and will allow you to gain time freedom! You can email reagan@pinkpiggyinvests.com to request a copy of this guide to follow it for your own business.
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Episode 15: How to Find Institutional Lenders for Real Estate Investing
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James goes in depth bout raising money and the various options you have as a Real Estate Investor. He discusses institutional lenders, people with self-directed IRAs, and how to represent yourself and your deals to potential investors.
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Episode 14: House-Hack or BRRRR your First Real Estate Investment
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In this video, James Wells discusses two amazing techniques for beginners! He gives some details about how House Hacking can drastically decrease your living expenses. and why the BRRRR Strategy is the best strategy for getting all of your money back out of the property!
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Episode 13: Building Wealth through Real Estate Investing - Group Homes
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In this episode, James and Hannah Casey discuss the various types of group homes, types of funding available, and how building wealth and serving the community are not mutually exclusive.
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Episode 12: Real Estate Wholesaling Explained
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In this episode, James teaches Chris Fontenot, a 90Up Challenge student, the process of wholesaling a deal, making sure the purchase agreement is written correctly, and the difference between an assignment contract and a double closing.
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Episode 11: Real Estate Investing Strategy - Introduction to Selling on a WRAP
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In this episode, James uses an example to explain how and why WRAPs are the most profitable strategy in Real Estate Investing. This example helps him to explain what a WRAP is, how you, the investor, represent the mortgage company, and the importance of using an Escrow Services Company.
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Episode 10: The Secret Sauce for Raising Money in Real Estate Investing
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In this episode, James teaches you how to become the person that Private Money Lenders want to lend money to. After you implement these tips, PMLs are going to be knocking down the door to continue investing in your business.
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Episode 9: How Hidden Money Issues Keep our Real Estate Limited with Brie Sodano
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This is a wonderful episode with James Wells and Brie Sodano! They discuss three different types of people and the fears that hold individuals back from taking real action.
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