Before The Millions | Lifestyle Design Through Real Estate | Rental Property Investing Tips And Strategies For Financial Free

On this episode, you'll learn the exact process for using Youtube and Apple Podcasts for more exposure for your business. Maybe you're a real estate investor, hard money lender or real estate agent looking for more clients or money for your deals. It's imperative to consistently build relationships. In this day and age, while some social media channels work more than others, we've decided to explore 2 of the most effective: Youtube and Podcasts. Being featured/interviewed on the right show can change everything in your business. Whether you're just starting out, an occasional flipper or a super successful syndicator, this episode will show you the step by step process for getting more exposure for your real estate business with the most powerful mediums around. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://otter.ai/ (Otter: Transcription Service) https://rev.com (Rev: Transcription Service) https://listennotes (Listen Notes)

This episode features a wide ranging conversation on the concepts illustrated in Napoleon Hill's popular Think and Grow Rich Book. Since its inception in 1937 there have been over 15 million copies sold worldwide but more importantly, billions made by the individuals who've acted in accordance with its principles. On today's episode, Daray is interviewed by Logan Freeman about Daray's Think and Grow Rich experiment to help us all change and expand our thinking to reach our potential in business and life. The discussion is followed by real life examples and exercises to create financial success beyond our wildest dreams. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://www.beforethemillions.com/5k (5K in 30 Days Challenge) https://www.beforethemillions.com/90x (90x Goal Planner)

Today's guest, Dave Dubeau, like many investors used traditional financing to acquire his first few deals. Like many investors, before he could get the ball rolling, the banks cut him off. On today's episode, we discuss Dave's plunge into finding money for his deals and how he's been able to create a systematic approach to it over the years. This approach is what he attributes to raising millions of dollars over the years and how he's been able to scale his portfolio and business to suit he desired lifestyle. Key Points From This Episode: Why it's important to build personal relationships Actual scripts to contact your potential investors How to raise money without being salesy Tips for online meetings and presentations to potential partners How to actually ask for the money Why create an email warm up campaign for prospects The importance of gift giving in business Ideas for becoming an authority online How to grow your business through referrals Why you shouldn't 'pay' for referrals Creating competition aro

Today's guest, Linying Zou is on a mission to achieve one thing - help people achieve freedom in their lives, by breaking free from the constraints of money, time and employers. On this episode, we discuss exactly how Linying was able to achieve this feat in her own life. As a former Wall Street trader, her initial dream was to become a partner at her firm but she quickly realized that she was a pawn and had no true way to wealth if she kept down that track. After a few failed entrepreneurial partnerships and a 6 month trip halfway across the world she decided that it was finally time to settle on real estate as her wealth building vehicle and has been on a trip to her freedom number ever since. Key Points From This Episode: How Linying's immigrant upbringing affected her financial future The importance of a "freedom number" and how to calculate it Why Linying attributes her success to her "miracle morning" The decision Linying made to start investing in multifamily apartments How you can use real estate to r

Andre is a nationally acclaimed entrepreneur and philanthropist. Judy Lichtenberger quit her full time job in record timing.   They both control their time, schedule and paycheck..   What else do both of today's guest have in common?   For one, they can get paid $75-$200 per appointment (sometimes more) They can take a whole week off or work 7 days straight They can get paid to build key relationships in Real Estate   On today's episode, we've stumbled upon a niche in real estate that help you make some extra cash on the side. It takes practically no start-up cost (less than $500) and a few weeks max to be up and running.   Key Points From This Episode: How to become a Notary Public What a Loan Signing Agent is and how this differs from a Notary Why Loan Signing Agents get paid $75-$200 per appointment Out of the box business for less than five hundred dollars Why Andre started a loan signing service to get you signings How Andre uses his prior knowledge in business to build his

If you're too busy to get started in Real Estate, we have a plan for you. Lauren Hardy, today's guest and mother of 2, does 50+ deals a year... and virtually. On today's show, we discuss the inner workings of her business and how she was able to get started in real estate with a 1 year old and another on the way. Having done hundreds of deals, Lauren shares her knack for choosing a market and hiring boots on the ground to do the hard work for her. So if you're a busy professional, mom or dad and you struggle to find the time or the right guidance getting started wholesaling, then you're in for an amazing episode. Key Points From This Episode: How Lauren Manages to do 50+ deals a year Lauren's big why and the divorce that changed everything How to assess your risk tolerance and your investor type Finding and vetting boots on the ground for virtual deals The only 4 metrics that matter when wholesaling homes Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: http://d3v3loping.com/ (Lauren’s Website) Recommended Book: Compound

Today's guest, Jerome Myers is a multifamily investor and executive coach that has a knack for repositioning apartment buildings. Having amassed a portfolio well over 200 units, Jerome's competitive advantage is lies in his focus of adding value to those around him. On a day to day basis, Jerome's work with individuals looking to escape the rat race, or has he coins it "exit the matrix". On today's episode, we discuss Jerome's journey to full time self employment as well as the lessons he's learned along the way. This episode could be exactly what the doctor prescribed if you're on a journey to catch a dream that is bigger than yourself. Buckle up. Key Points From This Episode: Creating abundance in the 6 focus areas of life: Self Image, Relationships, Career, Health, Prosperity and Significance. Jerome's desire and plan to switch from full time engineer to full time investor How to cultivate a 'dreamcatchers' mindset and schedule The truth behind your relationship with money How to become successful in the a

Andrew Keel currently manages 21 manufactured housing communities across nine states. His expertise lies in turning around under-managed manufactured housing communities by utilizing proven systems to maximize the occupancy while reducing operating costs. On today's episode Andrew and I discuss the key differences between investing in manufactured homes and the parks that they occupy. With time, Andrew became skilled as an investor and realized that he could switch his model of earning income to one that better suited his desired lifestyle -- This wasn't before tons of trial and error, most notably 18 months of prospecting with zero deals done. We'll have a discussion on the mindset it takes to overcome such hurdles and how he's taking that mindset to the next Ironman competition. Key Points From This Episode: Going bigger, faster to get to your goals How Andrew preserved through 18 months with 0 deals The similarities between Ironman competitions and the real estate business The difference between mobile ho

Every single one of us can affect change beyond imagination. Have you heard of the "butterfly effect" where the simple flap of a butterfly's wings can set of a string of escalating events that can lead to the formation of a hurricane? It's a powerful and truthful illustration that depicts just how powerful your actions are - conscious or unconscious. May this episode serve as a resource we strive for justice and freedom for all. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Browder Files: 22 Essays on the African American Experience So you Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo Superforecasting: The Art and Science of Prediction http://beforethemillions.com/book (Listen to these books for free with Audible!) https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/23/podcasts/1619-podcast.html (1619 Podcast)

He completing over 120 transactions in less than a year. Logan Freeman, today's guest, found a process and relies on his most valuable priorities to guide his profit-producing activities. As quoted by Logan himself, “Knowledge alone is not power, it is potential power. Knowledge + massive strategic action = power”.  On today's episode we discuss the difference between those who have the knowledge but take no action and those who have the knowledge and take massive action and those who have the knowledge, are relentless and are absolute in victory. Tim Grover, Michael Jordan's trainer, call these people "cleaners". Logan and Daray will show you exactly how to foster the cleaner mentality within you. Key Points From This Episode: How Logan completed over 120 transactions in one year Life after the NFL player with the Oakland Raiders Distinguishing between Coolers, Closers and Cleaners The benefits of extreme ownership How strengthsfinder can help you discover your top 5 talents How Logan completed

Jay and Samera started their mobile home investing journey in 2017 after losing over $90,000 in unsuccessful real estate deals. In 3 short years, they have completed over 400 mobile home transactions and perfected the process of creating quick cash and cash flow using basic real estate strategies in mobile homes parks. On today's episode, we walk through their journey, how they found their niche and how they built a business as a couple that creates their lifestyle design. Key Points From This Episode: How Jay and Samera's first mentor scammed them out of $30,000 The starts and failures of so many business before Jay and Samera find Mobile Home Investing The path to over 400 successful transactions with trailer homes The 5 main strategies for profiting with mobile homes Top benefits of mobile home investing in parks Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://atlas.rentals/ (Jay and Samera's Website) Recommended Book: 4 Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss High Performance Habits by Brendon Burchard http://beforethe

Currently managing over 300 units after only being in real estate for three years, it’s clear that Colin Douthit, today's guest, knows how to invest and how to do it well. He realized early on that he needed to be far more profitable to create the life he wanted so he took a hard look at his business and portfolio to understand what was working and what wasn't in hopes that he could do more of the former. The end result came in the form of a brand new business. Since Colin had managed his own units efficiently in the prior months, he had the expertise and manpower to vertically integrate his business - coming out on the other end with two businesses. Colin has a construction company that followed the same model and is constantly looking for ways to become more profitable by systematically building a network of businesses that compliment each other. In today's episode, we discuss exactly how this can translate to your endeavors. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://atlas.rentals/ (Colin's Website

This episode will highlight how today's guest - real estate investor, Shawn Rea, went from 25K in debt to a 6M portfolio in just a few short years. He did all of this by first using the house hacking investment strategy and the the brrrr strategy (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat). If you've needed a strategy to extinguish your debt once and for all while getting your feet wet in real estate in one of the most powerful ways possible then this episode is for you. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://shawnrea.com/ (Shawn's Website) https://beforethemillions.com/episode63 (BTM63: Triple Case Study A to Z) Recommended Book: The Millionaire Fastlane by Mj DeMarco http://beforethemillions.com/book (Listen to this books for free with Audible!) Lifestyle Design App: https://realtor.ca (realtor.ca) https://beforethemillions.com/group (BTM Tribe Facebook Group)

Starting with nothing but two suitcases and a mountain of student debt, Jack immigrated to the US from Germany in 1997. Seeking out his own version of the American Dream, Jack bought and sold over 4000 pieces of property and was able to help build his company into the 3rd largest land investment company in the US. On today's episode, we discuss Jacks rocket-like trajectory after spending years in corporate america with the same salary year after year. In his first 18 months as a land flipper, Jack amassed his first million dollars and then grew his company to the multi-millions in just a few short years. Today his family travels 2-4 months a year, designing their business to fit their lifestyle. Key Points From This Episode: How to break the earn-spend cycle Why Jacks immigrant mentality helped pave his success How Jack made his 1st million in 18 months Jack's philosophy on Tenants, Toilets and Termites The biggest reason why most land investors fail The opportunity for land investing in the next 20 years &nb

A veteran with over 20 years of experience working in the finance industry, Aaron Chapman, today's guest shares his keen insights on financial markets with us today. As a loan originator having closed over 3,000 transactions in the past 4 years, his company ranks #14 and an industry of over 300,000 lenders. With that kind of expertise and pulse on financial markets, we are able to take a deep dive into the future of interest rates on mortgages and how real estate investors should think about financing after the coronavirus pandemic. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: http://www.aaronbchapman.com/ (Aaron Chapman's W)https://beforethemillions.com/podcast/episode144/reiblueprint.com (ebsite) Recommended Book: The Master Key System by Charles Haanel Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill Mortgage Backed Securities and Treasury Prices Daily

Building over 24 businesses in 40 years, Rod Khleif, today's guest, has seen what success and failures and tough times are all about. He has remarkably recovered from losing 50$MM in the 2008 cash. Rod brings incredible authenticity and insight in real estate, business, success and life to today's show. Being one of the country’s top real estate, business and peak performer luminaries, we decided to discuss goal setting during a personal or pandemic crisis. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: http://www.rodkhleif.com/ (Rod Khleif's W)https://beforethemillions.com/podcast/episode144/reiblueprint.com (ebsite) Recommended Book: Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield Lifestyle Design App: https://asana.com (Asana Team Projects App) https://beforethemillions.com/webinar (How To Virtually Buy Real Estate In Uncertain Times) (LIVE Webinar)

After Live Q&A's on a few social media channels such as https://beforethemillions.com/group (Facebook) and https://beforethemillions.com/instagram (Instagram), I decided to pop open a bottle of wine and answer some of your most pressing questions about real estate and business here in 2020. We covered many topics such as extra income sources during these uncertain times, government relief programs, virtual wholesaling, 2020 market predictions, book recommendations and so much more. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://beforethemillions.com/fundrise (Fundrise: Real estate investor crowdfunding) https://beforethemillions.com/deal (Propstream: All in One investor tool ) https://irs.gov (Stimulus Check) https://sba.gov (Small Business Administration ) Lifestyle Notary (Loan Signing Agent) https://beforethemillions.com/episode151 (BTM Episode 151 with Neal Bawa ) https://beforethemillions.com/msm (Motivated Seller Method) https://beforethemillions.com/resources (Top 10 Book List ) https://beforethemilli

Philip, today's guest, moved to the US in 2014 and started investing in real estate in 2016. As a writer, he leveraged his his skills to win writing competitions for ends meat and eventually landed on SiriusXM radio and Tv since he couldn't yet work legally in the U.S. Fast forward a couple months and along with his nephew/co-founder FC Barcelona star Martin Braithwaite, Philip built a $57M+ real estate portfolio in less than 2 years - including one of a few NYC high rises owned by "Millenials of Color". On today's episode we discuss Philips journey to success and the wisdom he's gleamed along the way. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Philip’s Website Recommended Book: Think and Grow Rich http://beforethemillions.com/book (Listen to these books for free with Audible!) Lifestyle Design App: Asana Management App

COVID-19 is the biggest news headline since 9/11. This virus has had and will continue to have massive effects on international markets for years to come. In the meantime, what are real estate investors doing about their property? What are newbie investors doing about getting started? What are home buyers and sellers doing during this time of uncertainty? Is now the perfect time to buy real estate or is it time to hold out? Today's guest, Neal Bawa is a technologist who is universally known in real estate circles as the Mad Scientist of Multifamily. Besides being one of the most in-demand speakers in commercial real estate, Neal is a data guru, process freak and outsourcing expert. Neal treats his $250+ million-dollar portfolio as an ongoing experiment in efficiency and optimization. On today's show, Daray and Neal discuss the effects of the coronavirus in the 2020 real estate market. You'll learn if and when to jump in and you'll also understand the real effects, backed by data, of the different real estate

Kevan and Ayesha Shelton are real estate investors and educators who focus on ground up development properties. Their businesses consist of Park Street Development, a residential and commercial construction company, K&A Consulting, an education, and training organization, Icon Short-term rentals and The Marriage and Real Estate Podcast. On today's show we discuss the dynamics of the entrepreneurial couple with business and personal life. We also discuss developmental real estate, who it's for and how a typical transaction looks. Lastly we take a look at the type of goals that are fueling Kevan and Ayesha and why it's important to pivot your real estate strategy to match. Key Points From This Episode: Why your financial advisor sucks How you should look at your rate of return Why the 401K match is not as impactful as you think How to pay down debt and invest at the same time   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://www.kandacompanies.com/ (Kevan and Ayesha's W)https://beforethemillions.com/po