On this episode, we’re talking with prestigious award winner, Kevin Cruz of Kinetic Real Estate! In 2017, he won "Entrepreneur of the Year," a highly competitive award given to only one person in all of North America every year! He's also won "Rookie of the Year" in Northern California in 2016, "Emerald Elite" in Northern Cali in 2017, and "The Rising Star" in California - an award given to only one individual in all of California. Learn how a "rookie" agent made moves to create a real estate po...
Sep 30, 2020•52 min•Ep. 25
On this episode, we’re talking tech-savvy marketing in the real estate realm and real estate tech with Jon Tan from Alex Tai Luxury Group! Watch at MatthewMa.com/youtube A San Mateo native, Jon Tan is a real estate agent with Alex Tai Luxury Group. As an accidental tech expert with experience in networking and security during his time in the U.S. Armed Forces, Jon knows how to use industry-centered technology to make transactions flawless and efficient. Reach out to Jon Tan at jon@cullinanluxury...
Sep 25, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 24
On this episode, we’re talking finding financial freedom through investing in multi-unit properties, being a 30 under 30 Honoree, and out of state investing with Real Estate Consultant & Lead Team Manager, Jennie Lok! Watch at MatthewMa.com/youtube In today’s competitive market, agent Jennie Lok knows how important it is to have a reliable real estate consultant with superior communication skills who you can trust to guide you through your real estate journey. Whether buying or selling a fir...
Sep 16, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 23
In this episode, we’re talking how to build a successful real estate team with Disen Cai! Watch at MatthewMa.com/youtube Disen is the Disen Cai Real Estate Group’s founder and is known for his tenacious, yet compassionate style. He’s ranked as one of the top eight agents nationally for Keller Williams Realty (out of over 160,000 agents) and is one of the most prolific agents in the Bay Area. But it’s not just results like these that drive him. At the heart of his business, it’s about helping fam...
Sep 11, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 22
Today we’re talking podcasting, radio host personalities, and social media marketing with professional radio host, Julian Nieh! Julian Nieh has been a radio personality and show host since 2002, hosting radio shows in Washington, D.C., Chicago, Phoenix, and San Francisco. He’s grown ratings on every show he’s hosted and has won multiple radio personality awards. In 2006, 2007, and 2008, Julian won IBA SilverDome Awards “Best Chicago Local Radio Personality,” and he was able to grow the morning s...
Aug 28, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 21
Today we’re talking about House Hacking and How to LIVE FOR FREE by Investing in Real Estate. Bruce Ngo is the Chief Marketing Officer for Stronger Moms Properties in the San Francisco Bay Area. Expert home buyers, experienced flippers, and renovation masters, Stronger Moms Properties has been helping sellers going through difficult life circumstances to sell properties fast so that they can move on with their lives. Bruce also has a background in financial advising and investment consulting and...
Aug 19, 2020•59 min•Ep. 20
Today we’re talking start-ups, what it takes to succeed in a new business venture, and empowering entrepreneurs with tech! As a new agent, Alex has jump-started his real estate career to making over $500,000 in sales. We’re going to find out what he did to start his career in real estate off right! Alex Tai is a Realtor® and luxury specialist in the Bay Area as well as an enthusiastic Entrepreneur with experience in tech, importing, sales, and real estate! As the Co-Founder at Parrsnip.com, Alex...
Aug 12, 2020•58 min•Ep. 19
Today we’re talking about the future of real estate marketing and tech, including VR/AR and virtual tours. Ulysses Baltazar is the Owner of Sacramento Homes & Lifestyle, Founder & Owner of Sacramento Virtual Tours, and Chief Technology Officer for Vault Investment Properties. His knowledge and experience in the real estate and technology industries can be traced back to spending his youth tinkering in the tech space, as well as a life and career filled with accomplishments in the U.S. Mi...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 18
Today we’re talking multi-family syndication and passive real estate investing during COVID-19 with expert investor, John Fortes! John Fortes is a Founding Partner at Community First Investment Group who earned his stripes in the single family homes space. Excited to scale, he educated himself on the facets of multifamily apartments and gained valuable tools that added to his success in real estate investing. John has the ability to change and adapt to the ebb and flow that comes with the multif...
Jul 29, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 17
Today we’re talking real estate syndication and investing in multi-family units, including senior living apartments, as a way to create passive income! Sara Jung is a real estate investor and syndication partner, providing investment opportunities in multifamily acquisitions for capital preservation, passive income, tax benefits and wealth creation. A leader in real estate finance for over 17 years, Sara was named in the top 1% of mortgage originators in the country in 2018 with over 1 billion i...
Jul 22, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 16
Today we’re talking house hacking, renovation, and house flipping during a pandemic with Tom Tran, the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Stronger Moms Properties, LLC. Tom and his brothers, Eric and David, have sold over 900+ homes across northern California since going into business! They are experts in understanding a home’s value, how to add value to your home for the best ROI, and selling homes fast! Tom Tran's passion is serving the community in all aspects of real estate. For the p...
Jul 18, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 15
Today, we’re talking to experts in the lending industry about the impact of COVID-19 on a wide variety of loan programs and common home financing struggles and myths! Kenny Stephen is a direct lender and Branch Manager at Caliber Home Loans. He offers a wide range of loan programs, including portfolio lending, foreign nationals, self-employed borrowers, and condos. With over 15 years of industry experience and strong industry relationships, Kenny Stephen is able to find the best program to suit ...
Jul 15, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 14
Today we’re talking hard money loans, how to get them, and private lending in the age of COVID-19. At Conventus, Brenda Chen helps real estate investors with personalized financing for their projects. Since 2015, Conventus has successfully originated and funded over $2 billion in real estate loans. Reach out to Brenda Chen at brenda@cvlending.com . Host: Matthew Ma & Susie Lee Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and...
Jul 13, 2020•58 min•Ep. 13
Today we’re talking real estate marketing in the Bay Area with the expert, Brendan Hsu from Aerial Canvas! From aerial drone services, 3D home tours, virtual staging, and web designs, to professional photography, videography, and social media campaigns, Brendan Hsu & Colby Johnsons’s all-in-one marketing agency helps real estate agents build their brand and get more sales! Reach out to Brendan Hsu at brendan@aerialcanvas.com and check out their incredible website at https://aerialcanvas.com/...
Jul 09, 2020•49 min•Ep. 12
Today we’re talking loans and the current state of the mortgage industry with Kitty K. Lee! Kitty K. Lee is a Home Mortgage Consultant at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and has intimate knowledge of rates, and the industry. Reach out to Kitty K. Lee at kitty.k.lee@wellsfargo.com . Host: Matthew Ma Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from ex...
Jul 03, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 11
Today we’re talking about how to launch a brand new website with our very own podcast host, Matthew Ma! Host: Matthew Ma Co-Host: Susie Lee Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the cu...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 10
Today we’re talking about the impacts of COVID-19 on the mortgage industry and financing options with a specialist in the field, Ed Diaz! Ed Diaz has been a top producing loan advisor for over 20 years, covering both residential and commercial financing. His background and specialty spans careers as a securities licensed financial advisor, credit expert and commercial banker. His extensive financial background allows his to provide excellent advice when structuring the best mortgage program to f...
Jul 01, 2020•56 min•Ep. 9
Today we’re talking home staging during Shelter-in-Place and how to effectively use YouTube to market your business! Vanessa Nielson is the founder of the home staging company, Encore Staging Services. Prior to Encore Staging, Vanessa was a seasoned marketing and public relations expert in the beauty industry and she currently holds a real estate license. After helping her Broker stage properties in Santa Monica, Vanessa decided to return to Silicon Valley, start a family and her own business. E...
Jul 01, 2020•55 min•Ep. 8
Today, our host takes a backseat and let’s our guest, Mitch Felix, interview him for a change of pace! Mitch Felix is a Publisher, Entrepreneur, Consultant, Sales Trainer, and owner of Silicon Valley Real Producers Magazine. A dynamic leader with experience in sales, business development, marketing, training, and sales management, he thrives in a fast paced environment where “wearing numerous hats” is required. He offers a unique perspective and valuable skills for expanding businesses. His keen...
Jul 01, 2020•46 min•Ep. 7
Today we’re talking to Entrepreneur, Consultant, Sales Trainer, and owner of Silicon Valley Real Producers Magazine. We’ll dive into the world of real estate publications and how the Shelter-in-Place order is affecting business. Mitch Felix is a Publisher, Entrepreneur, Consultant, Sales Trainer, and owner of Silicon Valley Real Producers Magazine. A dynamic leader with experience in sales, business development, marketing, training, and sales management, he thrives in a fast paced environment wh...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 6
Today we’re talking to Pennsylvania real estate professionals, Jonathan Campbell and Kelsey Elliott from DLP Realty about the Shelter-in-Place order and how Pennsylvania is the only state where real estate is considered “non-essential.” They’ll share their experience of working in a 100% virtual world where clients buy property without ever stepping foot into the home! Jonathan Campbell has been selling real estate in the Lehigh Valley for over 10 years with 500 plus home sales. Over the years, ...
Jul 01, 2020•58 min•Ep. 5
Today we’re talking current state of the market, moving to eXp, with tech realtor and investor, Spencer Hsu! Spencer Hsu was born and raised in the Bay Area and has lived here for over 33+ years. He was previously in Enterprise Startup Software Sales working with the biggest tech companies in the world including Facebook, Google, Linkedin, Microsoft, and Amazon before bringing his skills into real estate. He is very active in the local community, hosting monthly small business spotlight video in...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 4
Today we’re talking buying and selling during COVID-19 and Shelter-In-Place orders with San Francisco Bay Area real estate agent, Sean Work! In just 4 years in the industry, Sean was identified by the Wall Street Journal as the 95th ranked agent in the nation for closed homes. That same year, he was also identified by the Sacramento Bee as the 5th ranked agent in Northern California. He's been featured on the HGTV show "House Hunters" and has closed 800+ transactions (63 in 2019!). He also serve...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 3
Today we’re talking 2020 real estate trends, investing in the U.S. versus South Korea, and moving to eXp Realty with San Francisco Bay Area real estate agent and investor, Susie Lee! Before starting her career in real estate, Susie spent 8 years in the pharmaceutical industry. She was also deeply involved in real estate investments as a managing partner in South Korea. Susie Lee of eXp Realty is a local San Franciscan and a mastermind of the real estate industry who represents clients all over t...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 2
Today we’re talking real estate and investing in the age of COVID-19 with San Francisco Bay Area real estate agent and investor, Patrick Lee! Patrick Lee is not only a real estate investor and agent with eXp Realty, but he's also a Registered Nurse with SF General and has worked at Stanford Health Care, Mills Peninsula Medical Group, Kaiser, and the University of San Francisco. Patrick Lee provides services to clients who want to buy, sell, and manage properties. He understands client needs and ...
Jul 01, 2020•53 min•Ep. 1
