In this episode of The Mentor Podcast , Ron LeGrand welcomes financial strategist and entrepreneur Jimmy Rios , founder of Rios Business Funding and Rios Business Advisors. With over 23 years of experience and a newly expanded international operation, Jimmy has created a powerful ecosystem that helps entrepreneurs secure funding, eliminate the burden of debt, and use leverage intelligently to scale their business. If you’ve ever struggled with getting capital or weren’t sure how to structure you...
May 16, 2025•22 min•Ep. 180
In this episode of The Mentor Podcast , Ron LeGrand sits down with seasoned commercial real estate investor and private equity expert, Mark Khuri , Co-Founder of SMK Capital Management. With over 20 years in the industry and experience across asset classes like mobile home parks, self-storage, and triple-net industrial, Mark shares the inside scoop on how everyday investors can break into the commercial side of real estate—even without credit, money, or experience. Whether you’re curious about i...
May 09, 2025•26 min•Ep. 179
At just 28 years old, Florida-based entrepreneur Daanish Azim has built a thriving business managing 18 Airbnb properties—all without owning a single one. In this eye-opening episode, Daanish joins Ron to break down exactly how he launched his Airbnb arbitrage business in less than three years using rental agreements, the right tools, and a smart team. If you’ve ever wondered how to create cash flow from short-term rentals without buying houses, this is your blueprint. No fluff, no fantasy—just ...
May 02, 2025•39 min•Ep. 178
Gian Pazzia is not your average tax guy—he’s a nationally recognized expert in real estate tax strategies with over 25 years of experience. A former Big 4 structural engineer turned tax incentive specialist, Gian is the co-founder of KBKG, the leading firm in cost segregation studies. He’s helped real estate investors across the country save over $10 billion in taxes—and today, he’s breaking down how you can do the same. In this episode, Gian shares the inside scoop on cost segregation, bonus de...
Apr 25, 2025•29 min•Ep. 177
Shawn Moore, a seasoned real estate investor with over 24 years of experience, joins The Mentor Podcast to share his journey from traditional real estate investing to becoming a leader in the short-term rental space. Starting with wholesaling and fix-and-flips, he discovered the potential of vacation rentals before Airbnb even existed. After weathering the 2008 financial crisis, Shawn refined his investment strategy, focusing on passive income through short-term rentals. Today, he runs the natio...
Mar 14, 2025•32 min•Ep. 176
In this episode, Ron LeGrand sits down with Jason Hartman, founder of Empowered Investor and a leading expert in real estate market analysis. Jason has spent over 21 years helping investors navigate the market with turnkey properties and data-driven insights. As an industry thought leader, he shares cutting-edge strategies for leveraging AI technology, creative financing, and market trends to maximize profits—even in today’s unpredictable real estate landscape. What You’ll Learn About in This Ep...
Feb 28, 2025•29 min•Ep. 175
In this episode, Ron LeGrand sits down with Franco Perez, a trailblazer in the mobile home industry. Franco shares his inspiring journey from financial hardship to becoming a leading advocate for affordable housing. Based in California’s Silicon Valley, Franco has built a business focused on helping low-income families escape the rental trap and transition into homeownership through mobile homes. His innovative approach is reshaping how people think about manufactured housing and its potential t...
Dec 20, 2024•29 min•Ep. 174
In this episode of The Mentor Podcast , Ron welcomes Mark Podolsky, affectionately known as "The Land Geek." Mark has been buying and selling raw land since 2000 and left his corporate job by 2001 to pursue land investing full-time. With over 6,500 land deals under his belt, Mark has built a proven system for creating passive income streams through land flipping and owner financing. His expertise lies in making land investing simple, scalable, and achievable—even for those new to real estate. Wh...
Dec 13, 2024•31 min•Ep. 173
You may know Scott Myers as the self-storage expert, with over 20 years of experience and a reputation as a national authority in the industry. Scott has owned, developed, or managed over 28,000 storage units and more than 5 million square feet of self-storage space. In this episode, he joins Ron LeGrand to share his journey and proven strategies for building a thriving self-storage business. Whether you're just starting or looking to scale, this episode is packed with actionable insights. What ...
Nov 15, 2024•27 min•Ep. 172
You may know Ron LeGrand as the real estate guy. He’s been at it for 40+ years and has bought and sold well over 3000 houses without using his money or credit, and he’s taught hundreds of thousands of people to do the same and still do to this very day. Ron still teaches classes all over America and does live deals with students everywhere he goes. What you’ll learn about in this episode: Who can succeed in real estate, and why the things you think are holding you back really aren’t How you can ...
Oct 25, 2024•35 min•Ep. 171
What You'll Learn About in this Episode: In this insightful episode of The Mentor Podcast , Ron LeGrand is joined by Mark Mostek, a former student turned multimillionaire, who shares the story of his rise in the world of commercial real estate. Mark reveals the journey behind his success, including how he used other people's money to fund a major self-storage project and turned it into a life-changing opportunity. From navigating challenges to finding the right partners, Mark’s story demonstrate...
Oct 04, 2024•40 min•Ep. 170
What You'll Learn About in this Episode: In this episode of The Mentor Podcast , Ron LeGrand is joined by his real estate business partner, Adel Kayati, who shares his personal experience and expertise in generating real estate leads, closing deals, and making the most of targeted marketing strategies. Adel, originally from Texas, spent over 20 years in the restaurant industry, where he and his family owned and operated 11 Denny's restaurants across two states. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he m...
Sep 20, 2024•26 min•Ep. 169
What You'll Learn About in this Episode In this exciting episode of The Mentor Podcast , Ron LeGrand is joined by Jenna Hoover, for an in-depth discussion on Global Publishing’s newest, one-stop shop platform, DREAMS PRO, a game-changing tool for real estate investors. They dive into the many components the platform has to help real estate investors run their business from lead generating all the way through the close. The deal finder tool can help you find, analyze, and liquidate real estate de...
Sep 06, 2024•41 min•Ep. 168
What You'll Learn About in this Episode In this informative episode of The Mentor Podcast, Ron LeGrand sits down with email marketing expert Igor Kheifets. Igor shares his innovative strategies for using email automation to generate leads, engage potential sellers, and streamline real estate deals. Discover how email marketing can transform your approach to finding motivated sellers and learn from Igor's personal journey from poverty to success through list building. Key Topics Covered Introduct...
Aug 23, 2024•29 min•Ep. 167
What you'll learn about in this episode: In this unique episode of The Mentor Podcast, host Ron LeGrand is interviewed by Debbie Waters, the marketing director at Global Publishing. They delve into Ron's extensive experience in real estate, providing insights into both starting and scaling in the industry. Ron shares his personal journey from a struggling mechanic to a real estate mogul, revealing the strategies and mindset that propelled him to success. This episode is packed with actionable ad...
Jul 12, 2024•52 min•Ep. 166
What you'll learn about in this episode: In this enlightening episode of The Mentor Podcast, host Ron LeGrand introduces Nate Hare, an expert in leveraging real estate investments through self-directed IRAs and other tax-advantaged pension plans. Nate provides his unique perspective on how to grow your wealth tax-free, using real estate as a strategic investment tool within your retirement accounts. This discussion is crucial for anyone looking to maximize their financial growth with minimal ris...
Jun 21, 2024•19 min•Ep. 165
What you'll learn about in this episode: In this episode of The Mentor Podcast, host Ron LeGrand is joined by Dedric and Krystal Polite, entrepreneurs recognized from their popular TV show on Hulu and A&E, "50/50 Flip." Discover the unique strategies they employ in real estate to foster financial stability and generational wealth, all while managing a family and contributing positively to their community. The couple share their journey from corporate America to becoming influential real esta...
May 17, 2024•32 min•Ep. 164
What you'll learn about in this episode: In this jaw-dropping episode of The Mentor Podcast, host Ron LeGrand sits down with cost segregation expert, Joe Viery, to uncover significant tax-saving strategies for real estate investors. Joe founded his company with the goal of providing quality cost segregation studies. As a Cost Segregation Professional, CSP, he has helped property owners defer or eliminate millions of dollars in income taxes by leveraging IRS compliant cost segregation studies. Si...
May 10, 2024•31 min•Ep. 163
What You'll Learn About in This Episode: In this informative episode of The Mentor Podcast, Ron LeGrand is joined by Jamie Holmes. Jamie brings over 12 years of experience in loan origination to the table, distinguishing himself as one of the top 1% of originators in the United States. Throughout his career, Jamie has successfully originated over $400 million in loan volume. Licensed in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Virginia, he has a broad reach and a deep understanding of diverse mortgage mar...
May 03, 2024•37 min•Ep. 162
What you'll learn about in this episode: In this insightful episode of "The Mentor Podcast," host Ron LeGrand and Brandon Bateman, dive deep into the strategies and nuances of generating quality leads online, which is crucial for anyone in the real estate investment business looking to buy houses directly from sellers. They discuss the transition from traditional lead generation methods to online platforms and how these can significantly enhance the quality and quantity of leads. Brandon shares ...
Apr 26, 2024•27 min•Ep. 161
What you'll learn about in this episode: In this exciting episode of The Mentor Podcast, Ron is joined by Mark Kole and Melissa Wolf to introduce an innovative global real estate marketplace, GPI Marketplace. This episode is a game-changer for real estate investors, offering a platform that enables buying, selling, and investing in properties worldwide with unparalleled ease and efficiency. From the intricacies of tokenization and blockchain in real estate to practical tools for investors at all...
Apr 19, 2024•45 min•Ep. 160
Episode 159: As an Army Officer with over 8 years of service, Brent Bowers was spending a great deal of time away from his family, and he knew he needed to make some changes in order to be more present with his wife and children. His interest in real estate began in 2007 when he purchased his first home and began exploring real estate investing as a way to support his family while being able to enjoy more time with them, as well. In a short amount of time, Brent was able to expand his business, ...
Apr 12, 2024•28 min•Ep. 159
Episode 158: Stephen Hall is a dynamic and accomplished individual with a diverse range of expertise spanning the fields of taxation, technology, and entrepreneurship. As the CEO of Robert Hall & Associates, a leading regional tax accounting firm, he has been instrumental in growing the client base to over 2500 companies and 7000 families with their tax-related needs. With a specialization in serving landlords, business owners, and online businesses, Stephen and his team of experts provide i...
Mar 14, 2024•35 min•Ep. 158
What you'll learn about in this episode: In this informative session of The Mentor Podcast, Ron LeGrand continues his deep dive into the 32 fatal mistakes most real estate investors make, with a special focus on the selling process. Ron shares invaluable insights from his extensive experience to help you avoid common traps and boost your financial stability through real estate investing. Key Topics Covered: The downside of renting houses versus the benefits of lease options, including securing l...
Mar 08, 2024•40 min•Ep. 157
What you’ll learn about in this episode: In this enlightening episode of The Mentor Podcast, Ron LeGrand delves into the pivotal aspects of real estate investing, emphasizing the necessity of generating quality leads and mastering the closing call. He offers practical advice on avoiding common pitfalls such as wasteful marketing spending and the influence of dream stealers. By advocating for the use of proven scripts and strategic questioning, he guides investors towards making informed offers a...
Mar 01, 2024•33 min
What you’ll learn about in this episode: In this enlightening episode of The Mentor Podcast, Ron dives deep into the crucial mistakes and lessons learned in the realm of real estate investing. From making promises you can't keep to the importance of persistence, Ron shares invaluable insights garnered from his extensive experience to help you navigate the complex landscape of real estate with confidence and success. Key Topics Covered: · The Danger of Promises: Understand the importance of only ...
Feb 21, 2024•24 min•Ep. 155
Part III – 32 Fatal Mistakes According to Ron LeGrand What you'll learn about in this episode: Understanding Your Business Numbers: The critical importance of knowing the cost per customer, lead generation expenses, and the value each customer brings to your business. Analyzing Lead Generation Costs and Returns: How to evaluate the effectiveness of lead sources and make informed decisions on where to allocate marketing funds. The Importance of Using a Real Estate Attorney: Why closing deals with...
Feb 14, 2024•34 min•Ep. 154
Episode 153: Part II – 32 Fatal Mistakes According to Ron LeGrand What You’ll Learn About in this Episode : The real cost of free education in real estate investing and why it's a myth. The importance of investing in quality education from experienced professionals in the field. The high price of learning through the "school of hard knocks" versus the value of structured, expert training. The critical role of delegation and systems in scaling your real estate business efficiently. How outsourcin...
Feb 02, 2024•37 min•Ep. 153
Episode 152: What You’ll Learn About in this Episode : Ron shares his observations on common mistakes in real estate investing, drawing from over 42 years of experience and over 3000 deals. He emphasizes that real estate investing does not require personal funds. Examples of wholesale deals are provided to illustrate making money with no risk. You’ll hear various aspects of real estate investing, including operations as well as buying and selling mistakes. Ron discusses the difference between ca...
Jan 25, 2024•39 min•Ep. 152
Episode 151: What you’ll learn about in this episode: Valuable insights into the rapidly evolving world of AI, particularly in real estate and marketing, highlighting both its current applications and future potential. Evolution of AI in Marketing and Real Estate : AI's role in replacing traditional methods with automation and efficiency. Cost-effectiveness of AI tools in comparison to traditional methods. AI's Transformational Impact : AI's ability to conduct real conversations through chatbots...
Jan 18, 2024•38 min•Ep. 151
