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In The Lab with Ruben Kanya

In The Lab with Ruben Kanya compiles over $2 Billion worth of successful real estate experiments for new investors looking to get started in real estate. With real estate being a broad umbrella, in the lab we introduce you to a variety of real estate models (experiments) that real practitioners have implemented while sharing their wins, losses and lessons in the lab so that you can pick the experiments that suit your lifestyle the most and double down. In the lab we focus on repeatable processes, systems and ingredients so that you can implement your own experiments and build.
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Driving Conversations with AI: How to Think, Plan, and Scale Smarter with Ruben Kanya - Episode #334

Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this informative episode of In The Lab, Ruben breaks down a powerful framework for how to actually use AI as a strategic partner—not just a search engine. Drawing from real-world conversations he's had with AI to help close deals, refine business plans, and optimize decision-making, Ruben reveals how the right prompts, context, and conversations can turn ChatGPT into your most valuable board of advis...

Jul 16, 202521 min

Q3 Playbook: 7 Lessons and 3 Insights That Will Redefine Your Next Quarter with Ruben Kanya - Episode #333

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintIn this solo episode of In The Lab, Ruben delivers a powerful, high-impact debrief heading into Q3 2025. With the lab coat on and lessons in hand, he walks through seven strategic experiments and three hard-earned insights from the previous quarter that every real estate entrepreneur needs to hear. From HELOCs on second homes and appraisal strategies to AI integration and bank account structuring for business ...

Jul 07, 202529 min

Data-Driven Growth: Inside Furnished Finder’s Rise in Temporary Housing with Jeff Hurst - Episode #332

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this data-packed episode of In The Lab, we sit down with Jeff Hurst, CEO of Furnished Finder and former President of Vrbo, Chief Strategy Officer at HomeAway, and COO of Expedia Group. Jeff brings decades of experience in travel and hospitality tech to a fast-growing platform that has quietly become a powerhouse in the midterm rental space. Under his leadership, Furnished Finder has doubled its team, moder...

Jun 30, 20251 hr 4 min

Vertically Integrated: From Furnishing to Filling Temporary Housing Units with Gabriel Wacker - Episode #331

Connect with me at https://experimentrealestate.com/connect Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this insightful episode of In The Lab, we’re joined by Gabriel Wacker, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Transitions Group—a vertically integrated firm providing solutions in corporate housing, furniture rental, and temporary accommodations. Gabriel has been a key player in the evolution of furnished housing since the early days of Oa...

Jun 24, 20251 hr

From Dorm Rooms to Real Estate Rooms: How They Started a Real Estate Brand From House Hacking while working a W2 with Corey Ryan Bevilacqua and Cory Jacobson - Episode #330

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this energizing and introspective episode of In The Lab, Ruben sits down with Corey Ryan Bevilacqua and Cory Jacobson, co-founders of the Wealth Juice brand and podcast. These two long-time friends and partners share their inspiring journey from college roommates to building a real estate portfolio, launching a top-performing media platform, and now mentoring others on the path to financial freedom. Corey ...

Jun 16, 20251 hr 30 min

Investing Abroad: Life by Design in Panama with Melissa Darnay - Episode #329

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintIn this immersive episode of In The Lab, Ruben sits down with Melissa Darnay, founder of Choose Panama and host of The Panama Podcast. Melissa shares her remarkable story of turning personal tragedy into purpose by relocating to Panama and building a thriving real estate and hospitality business. What started as a leap of faith became a decade-plus journey of entrepreneurship, lifestyle freedom, and helping hu...

Jun 09, 20251 hr 8 min

From STRs to Micro Resorts: Building Vision, Partnerships, and Purpose with Brian Hatcher and Aaron Appleton - Episode #328

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this inspiring episode of In The Lab, we're joined by Brian Hatcher, founder and CEO of Hatch Capital, and Aaron Appleton, his trusted partner in Hatch Capital property management and founder of Mirror Haus Collection micro resort. Together they’ve moved from managing short-term rentals to curating branded micro resort experiences— both collectively and individually building their own respective brands Ore...

Jun 02, 202542 min

Real Estate Hacking: Serial House Hacker to Micro Resort Developer with Brian Hatcher - Episode #327

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance?https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this game-changing episode of In The Lab, Ruben links up with serial house hacker and investor and close friend Brian Hatcher to unpack the real estate cheat codes most people overlook. From their San Diego yacht-side conversation to boots-on-the-ground investing plays, this episode is packe...

May 27, 202528 min

The Truth About Insurance Payouts and Why Most Policyholders Leave Money on the Table with Andy Gurczak - #326

In this eye-opening episode of In The Lab, Ruben sits down with public adjuster Andy Gurczak of All City Adjusting for a second time to unpack the misunderstood world of insurance claims and temporary housing. Andy explains why most homeowners and investors are at a major disadvantage when filing insurance claims and how public adjusters can help recover tens of thousands of dollars more—often without the property owner having to lift a finger. Ruben and Andy walk through the lifecycle of a clai...

May 19, 20251 hr 22 min

MTR School of Hard Knocks Debrief: Hosting Events That Actually Move the Needle with Vivian Yip - #325

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submitGet the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this high-energy behind-the-scenes episode of In The Lab, Ruben and Vivian sit down to unpack the real wins, surprises, and life-changing conversations that happened before, during, and after their sold-out MTR event in San Diego. From laughter to legacy, they reflect on the power of collabo...

May 14, 20251 hr 5 min

From a W2 Property Manager to Portfolio Manager to Multifamily Syndicator with Linda Holtz - #324

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint Welcome to the lab. Today, we're joined by Linda Holtz, a multifamily investor and property management expert who immigrated to the U.S. With over a decade of experience in property management, Linda learned the ins and outs of running efficient, profitable properties—until one powerful questi...

May 05, 20251 hr 26 min

Why You’re Closer Than You Think (But the Work Has to Work on You First) with Ruben Kanya - Episode #323

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this eye opening episode of In The Lab, Ruben unpacks the hidden truths behind what it really takes to succeed—across life, business, and real estate. Drawing parallels between biotech innovation, basketball shooting averages, Airbnb crisis management, and entrepreneurial mindsets, he revea...

Apr 29, 202523 min

Stop Competing, Start Collaborating: The Secret to Bigger Impact with Less Burnout with Ruben Kanya - Episode #322

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this expansive and thought-provoking episode of In The Lab, Ruben breaks down a powerful concept that’s shifting the way high-level operators grow: owning less, but earning more through collaboration. Drawing from real-time projects, events, and conversations inside the Experiment Nation co...

Apr 21, 202518 min

One-to-Many: The Hidden Growth Principle That Changes Everything with Ruben Kanya - Episode #321

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this reflective and action-driven episode of In The Lab, Ruben dives into a transformative concept that has fueled much of his growth: the power of one-to-many. By unpacking this principle, Ruben reveals how leveraging single actions to create exponential impact can unlock the next level of...

Apr 14, 202520 min

The Real Reason You’re Not Winning Yet (And Why That’s a Good Thing) with Ruben Kanya - Episode #320

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submitGet the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this reflective and action-driven episode of In The Lab , Ruben delves into the journey of achieving mastery—highlighting the hidden phase most people overlook: the “unknown unknowns.” Drawing from personal experiences, mentorship, and timeless truths, Ruben outlines the true roadmap behind ...

Mar 31, 202536 min

Secret to Investing in the Right Market: Turnkey Investing Like a Pro with Zach Lemaster - Episode #319

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submitGet the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint Welcome to the lab! Today, we are joined by Zach Lemaster, the founder and CEO of Rent To Retirement, the nation's leading turnkey investment company. Zach is a seasoned real estate investor, licensed broker, and former US Air Force Captain, who transitioned from a career in optometry to buildi...

Mar 18, 20251 hr 12 min

Unlock Hidden Opportunities: The Power of Asking Anyway with Ruben Kanya - Episode #318

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this powerful episode of In The Lab, Ruben breaks down a game-changing concept that can unlock doors, accelerate your success, and remove unnecessary roadblocks— by simply “asking anyway”. He shares real-world case studies of how just one question, even in the face of doubt or rejection, ha...

Mar 10, 202517 min

Scaling with Credit: How to Leverage Business & Personal Credit for Real Estate and Business Growth with Brandon Elliott - Episode #317

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint Welcome to the lab. Today, we're joined by Brandon Elliott, the founder of Credit Counsel Elite, where he teaches business owners and real estate investors how to access up to $500,000 in business credit at 0% interest every six months. Brandon’s journey is one of resilience—after facing major...

Mar 03, 20251 hr 2 min

Mastering Your Day-to-Day Finances: Budgeting, Investing, and Wealth Protection with Kendal Cann - Episode #316

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintWelcome to the lab. Today, we’re joined by Kendal Cann, a financial expert dedicated to educating families and entrepreneurs on building wealth and securing their financial futures. Growing up immersed in the financial industry, Kendal developed a deep understanding of budgeting, investing, and wealth preservation from an early age. She became a fully licensed financial professional before the age of 23 and ha...

Feb 24, 20251 hr 29 min

The Power of Proximity: How Your Environment Shapes Your Success with Ruben Kanya - Episode #315

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submitGet the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintIn this transformative episode of In The Lab, Ruben explores the undeniable impact of proximity—who you surround yourself with and how it directly influences your success. He breaks down why being in the right rooms, around the right people, and absorbing the right belief systems can be the ulti...

Feb 17, 202526 min

Streamlining Trusts: Digital Asset Protection and Estate Planning with Alessandro Chesser - Episode #314

Welcome to the lab. Today, we have Alessandro Chesser, CEO of GetDynasty, a company revolutionizing estate planning and asset protection by digitizing the trust creation process. Alessandro brings a wealth of experience from his background in finance, tech, and sales, including scaling a startup to an $8 billion valuation. His expertise spans credit analysis, strategic planning, and digital transformation—key elements he’s now applying to make trusts more accessible, affordable, and seamless for...

Feb 10, 202555 min

Raising Capital the Right Way: Compliance, Funds, and Scale with Seth Bradley - Episode #313

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint Welcome to the lab. Today, we're thrilled to have Seth Bradley, a real estate securities attorney, fund manager, and Chief Legal Officer at Tribevest. With a background as a fund manager, lead sponsor, real estate broker, and startup executive, Seth has a deep understanding of capital raising,...

Feb 03, 20251 hr 21 min

10 Proven Principles for Success in 2025 with Ruben Kanya - Episode #312

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this reflective and action-driven episode of In The Lab, Ruben delves into the 10 proven principles that have shaped his journey and can help redefine yours. Drawing from personal experiences, mentorship, and timeless truths, Ruben outlines a roadmap for growth, clarity, and success as we n...

Jan 28, 202544 min

12 Week Year - with Ruben Kanya - Episode #311

In this insightful episode of In The Lab, Ruben dives into the transformative concept of the "12 Week Year," inspired by the book by Brian P. Moran. Ruben highlights how breaking your annual goals into 12-week increments can help you maintain focus, create urgency, and drive consistent results. He explains how this approach shifts your mindset, trims the fat from your priorities, and leverages Parkinson’s Law to optimize productivity. During the discussion, Ruben references episode 309, Redefini...

Jan 20, 202525 min

Leveraging Private Money and Building Impactful Relationships with Michelle Bryan - Episode #310

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint Welcome to the lab. Today, we’re thrilled to have Michelle Bryan, a trailblazing real estate investor and entrepreneur with an incredible track record of acquiring 19 properties in just 1.5 years using Other People’s Money (OPM). Michelle has raised millions from private lenders, flipped over 450 properties, and mastered the art of scaling portfolios while creating meaningful impact. As the founder of multipl...

Jan 06, 20251 hr 25 min

Redefining Your 2025 Era with Ruben Kanya - Episode #309

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this empowering episode of In The Lab, Ruben invites listeners to take control of their future by defining their personal and professional “era” for 2025. Ruben emphasizes the importance of aligning your strategy with the present day, avoiding outdated methods, and leveraging new tools like...

Dec 30, 202446 min

Reflecting for Results: The Power of Guidance, Strategy, and Proximity with Ruben Kanya - Episode #308

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this inspiring episode of The Real Estate Experiment , Ruben Kanya invites listeners to reflect, recharge, and realign their goals as the year winds down. Ruben emphasizes the importance of asking reflective questions like, "What worked well?" and "Where did I struggle?" He introduces power...

Dec 09, 202433 min

Stealing Excellence: How to Borrow Success Strategies for Your Real Estate Goals with Ruben Kanya - Episode #307

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this empowering episode of The Real Estate Experiment, Ruben Kanya encourages listeners to become "thieves"—but not in the way you think. He introduces the concept of becoming a "thief of excellence," explaining how to emulate and borrow success strategies from mentors, coaches, and leaders...

Dec 02, 202425 min

Price It Right: Strategic Fees for Mid-Term Rentals with Ruben Kanya - Episode #306

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this insightful episode of The Real Estate Experiment, Ruben Kanya dives deep into the world of strategic fee structures for mid-term rentals. Addressing a key challenge faced by operators, Ruben explains how to create a well-balanced pricing strategy that maximizes profitability while main...

Nov 25, 202420 min

Maximizing Momentum for Q4 Success with Ruben Kanya - Episode #305

Want to work with me and learn the power of Mid-Term Rentals Insurance? https://experimentrealestate.com/submit Get the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this motivational episode of "The Real Estate Experiment," Ruben Kanya dives deep into the importance of building momentum and making strategic decisions to maximize the remaining weeks of the year. With Q4 in full swing, Ruben emphasizes the value of staying focused, setting actionable goa...

Nov 18, 202423 min
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