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The Nick Huber Show

Nick Hubersweatystartup.com
The Nick Huber show is a short-form podcast on real estate, entrepreneurship and wealth. You won't find a lot of long-form interviews or unorganized banter. My goal is to be short and to the point and deliver value as quickly as possible. We'll cover things like terminology, deal overviews, acquisitions, structuring deals, raising money, operations, hiring and more. Nick Huber owns a real estate private equity company (http://boltstorage.com) in the self storage space. He owns 24 properties and over 630,000 rentable square feet in 4 states. He employees a team of 17 individuals and has raised over $10m in outside capital. Follow along and become a better real estate investor. Show notes available at http://sweatystartup.com/

Episodes

Ep 190: How entrepreneurship can birth real estate empires

How almost all real-estate empires were started. The answer? Entrepreneurship. After that, Nick talks about his own portfolio of self-storage and how his investing, operating, and underwriting practices have evolved over time. This episode was originally posted on June 27, 2023 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want ...

Apr 15, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 190

Ep 189: Unlocking Tax Savings - What is Bonus Depreciation?

This episode explains bonus depreciation—certain assets like computers or fuel can be fully deducted at the time of purchase, while buildings are depreciated over time unless components like sidewalks or HVAC systems qualify for faster, accelerated depreciation. Thanks to the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, 100% bonus depreciation now applies even to used assets, making cost segregation studies more valuable for identifying eligible components and maximizing deductions—learn more at https://www.reco...

Apr 08, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 189

Ep 188: Property management - the X factor

I highlight how property management is key to real estate success. Starting small is essential, but real growth comes from managing operations in-house, which keeps costs low, boosts revenue, and provides a competitive edge. This episode was originally posted on September 20, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Wa...

Apr 02, 202511 minSeason 1Ep. 188

Ep 187: The red button rule

I explain how I built my business and life to ensure no one person has control over me, securing my success and happiness. I emphasize reducing dependence on external factors, cultivating leverage, and adopting a "no-asshole policy" to live life on your own terms. This episode was originally posted on May 18, 2023 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https...

Mar 25, 202514 minSeason 1Ep. 187

Ep 186: Finding true market rent and how to generate huge revenue

This episode is a rerun from one of the most downloaded episodes in The Nick Huber Show. I share my strategy on how I find true market rent and generate huge revenue. This episode was originally posted on May 18, 2022 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber...

Mar 17, 202513 minSeason 1Ep. 186

Ep 185: Impostor Syndrome and the fear or failure

Life is going so fast, but I would be lying to you if I didn't tell you that there's a lot of insecurity regarding this stuff. In this episode, we will discuss how to deal with Impostor Syndrome and overcoming fear. This episode was originally posted on November 21, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see ...

Mar 10, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 185

Ep 184: How to get started in real estate

People always ask: “how do I get started in real estate investing?" and my initial reaction is how much cash do you have? Because most people's mistake is that they don’t accumulate enough before they think about getting into real estate. You can buy all the online real estate courses you want, but if you don’t understand a few basic principles first, there’s really no point. This episode was originally posted on August 16, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsl...

Mar 04, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Ep 183: Raising money - one big check or a lot of small checks?

Real estate sponsors or GP (General Partner) can chase big checks from a few or stack smaller ones from many. Spread out your investors, keep control, and never let one LP call the shots. This episode was originally posted on August 23, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click her...

Feb 25, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 183

Ep 182: The real cost to buy and sell real estate

Real estate investing isn’t just buying low and selling high. Unlike stocks, it’s not liquid—you can’t panic sell, forcing long-term thinking. This episode was originally posted on August 12, 2021 Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/q8jD-glxIqw Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my compan...

Feb 18, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Ep 181: How self storage investing works

In 2015, my partner Dan and I started planning our self-storage business, taking two years to set it up. We launched in May 2017 with five investors. Since then, we’ve grown to 4,930 units across 24 properties in four states. With a team expanding into new markets, our goal is 50 units in 30+ states. This episode was originally posted on August 09, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ ...

Feb 11, 202516 minSeason 1Ep. 181

EP 180: The secret to finding deals and real estate acquisition

When it comes to investing in real estate, do you want to know what my secret is to finding the best deals? This videos covers the tools that I use and a bunch of important tips and tricks. This episode was originally posted on February 08, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click...

Feb 04, 202512 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Ep 179: Change your mind on something today

Changing your mind is key to growth, especially for entrepreneurs. It takes courage, openness, and adaptability. Embrace change, re-evaluate beliefs, and gain new insights to grow. Challenge yourself to see things differently today. This episode was originally posted on January 30, 2023 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newslet...

Jan 27, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Ep 178: The cold hard truth about real estate - it takes money to make money

When you are wealthy it is a really, really good way to multiply that wealth in a very tax-efficient manner. But if you don't have very much money, it's really hard to make that happen and I'm going to share in this episode what you can do about it. This episode was originally posted on January 25, 2023 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nick...

Jan 20, 202520 minSeason 1Ep. 178

Ep 177: How to raise more money for your deals

I discuss building trust with LPs by highlighting deal risks like taxes and population decline. Transparency fosters stronger partnerships and ensures alignment with long-term investors. This episode was originally posted on July 26, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: ...

Jan 14, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 177

Ep 176: Real Estate Private Equity 101

Is real estate a good investment? The short answer is, yes! Now, when it comes to structuring a real estate private equity deal, there are some details that need to be considered. Here, I talk about how a real estate private equity firm is structured and give you some more good, need-to-know terminology. This episode was originally posted on July 16, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K...

Jan 06, 202516 minSeason 1Ep. 176

Ep 175: The golden rule of real estate and small business

Success in many fields starts with quantity—casting a wide net—but thrives on quality. In real estate, one great deal can change your life, while a bad one can set you back. Start big, narrow down, and focus on what truly matters—quality over quantity. This episode was originally posted onMay 26, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhu...

Dec 31, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 175

Ep 174: The truth about real estate wealth

Many early-career professionals rush into real estate, chasing wealth without fully understanding the challenges. In this episode of the Nick Huber Show, I reveal where real estate wealth truly comes from and how to pursue it wisely. This episode was originally posted on December 27, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsl...

Dec 24, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 174

Ep 173: How to manage real estate risk

I’ll share strategies we use to manage risk in real estate by focusing on controllable factors and minimizing reliance on uncontrollable ones. This episode was originally posted on January 11, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want ...

Dec 19, 202413 minSeason 1Ep. 173

Ep 172: What people fail to understand about real estate

Success in real estate often starts with a "sweaty" low-risk business that builds initial capital and teaches operational skills. By focusing on momentum, risk-adjusted returns, and steady growth, entrepreneurs can transition to real estate and create lasting success, one investment at a time. This episode was originally posted on October 25, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ reader...

Dec 09, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 172

EP 171: The true cost of a paid off house

A friend of mine recently asked me a question that is really vital to understand the answer if you are in the Real Estate business. I answer that question and what really is the true cost of a paid-off house. This episode was originally posted on March 28, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my...

Dec 02, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 171

Ep 170: Why real estate should be the end goal for every entrepreneur

Many people attempt to get into real estate without having adequate cash reserves saved up. That’s why it’s crucial to start a business first to generate the initial capital needed for your first deal. That said, in this episode of The Nick Huber Show , I explain why real estate should still be the ultimate goal for every entrepreneur. This episode was originally posted on March 6, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to...

Nov 18, 202418 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Ep 169: What is the key to scaling a real estate portfolio

I'm going to share how I scale my business and the secret sauce of how to close a lot of deals. The 3 hard parts in Real Estate and more in this episode! This episode was originally posted on June 6, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfol...

Nov 11, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 169

EP 168: Starting a real estate firm is different than scaling it

I discuss the difference in mindset and skillset it takes to start a real estate company vs grow and scale a real estate company. This episode was originally posted on June 14, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my cont...

Nov 05, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 168

Ep 167: The biggest mistake you can make when scaling a real estate company

I discuss hiring and delegation and how most entrepreneurs are too focused on systems too early in the process. Make the hire and get after it! This episode was originally posted on August 16, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want...

Oct 29, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 167

Ep 166: A reflection on what is really important in life

Nick discussed the recent struggle of being a dad and dealing with the chaos of 3 kids in the house. This episode was originally posted on September 12, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup ...

Oct 21, 202417 minSeason 1Ep. 166

Ep 165: Property Management: Your Competitive Edge

In this episode, I highlight how property management is key to real estate success. Starting small is essential, but real growth comes from managing operations in-house, which keeps costs low, boosts revenue, and provides a competitive edge. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click her...

Oct 14, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 165

Ep 164: The urge to do bigger and bigger deals

A real estate investor makes their first real taste of money. They sponsored a deal and either sold it or refinanced it and made a million bucks. Maybe more. Maybe their net worth is suddenly $5 or $10 million and they are still young, energetic and hungry for more. What happens next? Join me in this week's episode as we discuss about the urge to do bigger and go bigger! If you or someone that you know needs a cost segregation and depreciation study done for your real estate property or portfoli...

Oct 07, 202413 minSeason 1Ep. 164

Ep 163: Real Estate Tax hacks and STR Loophole

In today’s video, my friend and business partner Mitchell Baldridge and I discuss other real estate tax hacks and str loophole. If you liked this clip, you can watch the full 90 minute discussion on my YouTube channel. Click here: https://youtu.be/stL485eRh78 Thanks for listening! If you or someone that you know needs a cost segregation and depreciation study done for your real estate property or portfolio, please reach out to https://www.recostseg.com (note, I'm a partner and investor) Like thi...

Sep 30, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 163

Ep 162: The Nuts and Bolts of closing a deal

In this episode, Jerimiah Lancaster, my co-founder at one of my business (https://hubermethod.com) and I talked about the basic practical details of closing a deal. We cover useful tips to help you close that deal! Special thanks to our sponsor Huber Method: Giving your team the knowledge, skills, processes and tools that they need to become deal-winners. Click here to know more: https://hubermethod.com Thanks for listening! If you or someone that you know needs a cost segregation and depreciati...

Sep 23, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 162

Ep 161: What it means to be a Real Estate Professional & the importance of Recapture

In today’s video, my friend and business partner Mitchell Baldridge and I discuss the concept of RE Pro Status and Recapture. If you liked this clip, you can watch the full 90 minute discussion on my YouTube channel. Click here: https://youtu.be/stL485eRh78 Thanks for listening! If you or someone that you know needs a cost segregation and depreciation study done for your real estate property or portfolio, please reach out to https://www.recostseg.com (note, I'm a partner and investor) Like this ...

Sep 16, 202410 min