Welcome to another episode of the REI Mastermind Network! In today's episode, host Jack Hoss is joined by the inspiring Jorge Contreras, a successful entrepreneur and real estate investor. Their conversation dives deep into the power of mentorship and how it can impact our lives and businesses. Jorge shares personal stories of his challenging upbringing and how he overcame limiting beliefs to achieve success. He also reveals his strategies for building a highly efficient and semi-passive busines...
Sep 07, 2023•36 min•Ep 505•Transcript available on Metacast Joe DeSanto is a fractional CFO who specializes in providing part-time CFO services to businesses. He has a background in owning larger businesses in the production and post-production space in Los Angeles. Joe and his wife decided to make a change in their lives after having a child, and they moved to Florida. With their savings from real estate investing and other market investments, Joe was able to work part-time and supplement their passive income. His financial independence and early retire...
Sep 05, 2023•39 min•Ep 504•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of the REI Mastermind Network! I'm your host, Jack Hoss, and today we have a fantastic guest joining us - the incredible Ace Hagerty. This episode is filled with wisdom and insights about the power of finding the right people for your real estate team. Ace shares their journey of building a successful real estate business, emphasizing the importance of having the right individuals in the right roles. From an amazing assistant who keeps their life organized to skil...
Aug 31, 2023•48 min•Ep 503•Transcript available on Metacast Jordan Berry is a former pastor who made a bold decision to step away from his vocation after 15 years to seek a different path. Unsure of what to do next, Jordan and his family had the idea to rent out their house in Southern California and use the money to buy a condo in Hawaii. However, Jordan's wife had a different proposition – buying a laundromat instead. Intrigued by the concept of generating income that wasn't tied to their time, Jordan and his wife took the plunge and became laundromat ...
Aug 29, 2023•45 min•Ep 502•Transcript available on Metacast CJ Calio's story begins with him working as a well-paid, labor-intensive UPS driver. However, a particularly busy Christmas season where he couldn't see his family for months made him realize that he couldn't continue doing this job for the rest of his life. After discussing his frustration with his wife, she suggested looking into real estate as a potential income replacement. Although initially hesitant due to his lack of knowledge and pride, CJ eventually came around and supported his wife's ...
Aug 24, 2023•35 min•Ep 501•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of the REI Mastermind Network! In today's milestone 500th episode, our host Jack Hoss is joined by the talented Whitney Hill, as they dive deep into the world of ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) and the secrets to building a successful business in the real estate industry. Whitney and Mike, the founders of a renowned ADU construction company in San Diego, share their fascinating journey from different career backgrounds to specializing exclusively in detached ADU c...
Aug 22, 2023•32 min•Ep 500•Transcript available on Metacast Nathan Payne is a real estate investor who has always been resilient in the face of rejection. Having spent six years in door-to-door sales before transitioning into real estate wholesaling, Nathan developed a thick skin and learned not to take "no" personally. During his time as a missionary for his church, he also encountered numerous rejections and became even more prepared for the challenges of the real estate industry. Nathan understands that in wholesaling, where offers below market value ...
Aug 10, 2023•35 min•Ep 499•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to another episode of the REI Mastermind Network! I'm your host, Jack Hoss, and today we have a very special guest joining us: the one and only Cody Lowry, aka the "king of Schmoozing." Get ready for an incredible conversation filled with inspiring stories, valuable insights, and practical tips on building meaningful relationships and achieving business success. In this episode, Cody shares various experiences from their life, including rubbing shoulders with the President, collecti...
Aug 08, 2023•35 min•Ep 498•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to the REI Mastermind Network! In today's episode, titled "How to Run Rental Property for Profit and Peace of Mind with Terrie Schauer," we have a special guest joining our host, Jack Hoss. Get ready to gain some valuable insights and strategies from real estate expert Terrie Schauer. Terrie believes that there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to real estate, and she has found her niche in property management, specializing in poorly managed properties owned by older la...
Aug 03, 2023•31 min•Ep 497•Transcript available on Metacast Mel Dupree is a successful real estate investor known for their ability to acquire multiple properties without using their own funds. Initially, Mel and their partner faced financial challenges after running out of money while following the traditional method of purchasing properties. However, their perspective changed when they discovered a legitimate and non-scam financing technique. Inspired by a book that transformed their mindset, Mel and their partner decided to fully commit to this new ap...
Aug 01, 2023•29 min•Ep 496•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the REI Mastermind Network, where we bring you the latest insights and inspiration from successful real estate investors and entrepreneurs. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting John Schuchman, a seasoned realtor and relationship-focused investor. John's journey in the real estate industry began with a background in sales and relationships, which instilled in him a deep appreciation for the freedom and imagination that comes with being an entrepreneur. Overcoming the cha...
Jul 27, 2023•38 min•Ep 495•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back to the REI Mastermind Network! In this episode, we have a wealth of knowledge to share with you, courtesy of our incredible guest experts, Melanie Sikma and Byron McBroom. We dive right into the world of real estate finance management, discussing the benefits of using QuickBooks online and the importance of having dedicated financial accounts. Learn how these tools can simplify your financial tracking and make it easier to determine which expenses are deductible. But that's not all ...
Jul 25, 2023•37 min•Ep 494•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of REI Mastermind Network, host Jack Hoss welcomes guest Derek Dombeck to discuss the pitfalls of using personal homes as leverage in real estate investments. Derek shares his own firsthand experience with negative consequences and dispels the myth of using lines of credit for house flipping or property purchases. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the personality type of the person he's negotiating with, adjusting his communication style accordingly. Derek provides va...
Jul 20, 2023•31 min•Ep 493•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of REI Mastermind Network, our guest, Artem Milinchuk, discusses the intricacies of investing in farmland. He starts by explaining why debt is not accretive in farmland due to low interest rates and how returns in the rental model are about 6-7% net IR after fees. He then delves into the direct operated model, which offers a higher return of 9-11% with the potential for even higher returns. Milinchuk emphasizes that investing in farmland is seen as a defensive move against inflat...
Jul 18, 2023•29 min•Ep 492•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of REI Mastermind Network, we dive into the world of credit unions and how they can benefit real estate investors and small business owners. Our guest, Mark Ritter, shares valuable insights about how credit unions have control over their money and portfolio, offering competitive rates and friendly terms. He emphasizes that credit unions are not-for-profit financial organizations that require membership, and highlights the advantages of building a relationship with these instituti...
Jul 13, 2023•27 min•Ep 491•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of REI Mastermind Network, host Jack Hoss sits down with guest Jake Wiley to discuss the importance of understanding who you're working with in syndications. The episode starts off by highlighting the crucial role that communication and individual attention play in successful investments. Wiley emphasizes that syndicators who have grown large may not always be accessible or responsive, so it's essential to find syndicators who prioritize investor involvement and are willing to an...
Jul 11, 2023•38 min•Ep 490•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of REI Mastermind Network, our host, Jack Hoss, is joined by special guest, Alexander Cruz. They dive into the world of real estate investments and property management. First, they discuss the 1 percent rule for real estate investments and how it has been disregarded in certain markets. Alexander shares his experience with his own property, which is close to meeting the rule. He also describes his local market as unique and relatively affordable compared to coastal cities, attrac...
Jul 06, 2023•29 min•Ep 489•Transcript available on Metacast Alex Jarbo is a former military serviceman who served in the Marine Corps for 4 and a half years. With a year left on his enlistment, Alex decided not to reenlist and instead pursued a deep interest in various asset classes. He delved into stocks, crypto, businesses, mergers and acquisitions, but it was real estate that captured his attention due to the control it offered, particularly in terms of forced appreciation. Initially attracted to flipping houses, Alex joined a flipping mentorship prog...
Jul 04, 2023•26 min•Ep 488•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of REI Mastermind Network, our guest, ResilientREI, shares their journey into real estate investing. They discuss their early experiences with purchasing properties and the lessons they've learned along the way. They provide recommendations for books and resources that helped them in their investment journey, and they emphasize the importance of having an exit plan before purchasing a property. ResilientREI also shares their positive experience with investing in unique townhouse ...
Jun 29, 2023•34 min•Ep 487•Transcript available on Metacast David Friedman is the founder of Knox, a platform that helps customers buy their new home while ensuring their old house remains a reliable long-term investment. The company provides a product called "Keep Loan" which offers access to equity in one's home in the form of cash. They help customers find a mortgage for their new home and also sign a master and sublease for the old house to offset any income issues. Knox takes over the operations of the investment by finding tenants, property managem...
Jun 27, 2023•29 min•Ep 486•Transcript available on Metacast Edward Brown is a financial consulting and tax work expert who started his business in 1983. He got into the hard money loan space in the early 1990s and has seen multiple cycles. His best time was during the SNL crisis in the early 90s, when he used to say it was like shooting fish in a barrel. He specializes in the owner occupied consumer bridge loan. He believes it's a challenging loan to provide because of the expensive barrier of entry to be a lender. Despite this, Edward's business, Privat...
Jun 22, 2023•40 min•Ep 485•Transcript available on Metacast Andy Gurczak is a licensed public adjuster who works tirelessly to maximize insurance claim settlements for his clients. As a public adjusting company, they represent the insured, not the insurance company, providing a fresh perspective in negotiations and a strong advocate for policyholders. With a deep understanding of insurance policy language and interpretation, Andy works directly with insurance companies to settle claims quickly and obtain the highest possible settlement amounts for his cl...
Jun 20, 2023•25 min•Ep 484•Transcript available on Metacast Brett Swarts is an expert in solving the tax problem faced by high net worth individuals. He does this using a deferred sales trust, a tool that allows individuals to defer tax in the same way as a 1031 exchange or IRA. With this trust, investors can diversify their investments and purchase different types of assets at the right time. The trust is established using a business trust coupled with a tax code called IRC 453. Once in the trust, individuals can defer tax on primary homes, businesses, ...
Jun 15, 2023•31 min•Ep 483•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Napolitano is a real estate expert with over 22 years of experience in real estate investing and mortgage banking. He experienced personal bankruptcy during the subprime crisis of 2008-2009 and went to law school to become a paralegal to prepare for the crisis. He trained attorneys on mortgage-backed securities and became an expert witness for foreclosure defense. He discovered flaws in the banking system and founded a fund to buy loans from banks, eventually becoming the bank in real est...
Jun 13, 2023•41 min•Ep 482•Transcript available on Metacast Michael Coffee has been in the commercial real estate industry for 22 years, starting with a small brokerage that did both residential and commercial real estate. He began in residential then moved to commercial as an analyst, packaging loans and coordinating with various parties to ensure a successful close. After this, he moved into an origination role where he was able to use his experience to find deals and avoid issues that often arise. Michael then joined Stacksource and has successfully u...
Jun 08, 2023•29 min•Ep 481•Transcript available on Metacast Sarry Ibrahim is a financial planner and insurance services provider who discovered a unique concept in financial planning through reading books on Amazon. He read "The Bank on Yourself Revolution" by Pamela Yellen, which introduced him to the strategy of using cash value, whole life insurance to become your own source of financing. This led him to "Becoming Your Own Banker" by Nelson Nash, which solidified his understanding of the concept. Ibrahim believes this strategy can be used for real est...
Jun 06, 2023•34 min•Ep 480•Transcript available on Metacast Josh Rhodes is a real estate investor who fell in love with the asset class of real estate and passive income after reading Robert Kiyosaki's book. He started doing flips and survived through the 2008 financial crisis. His deeper exploration into the real estate industry led him to understand that wealth comes from owning assets, not just making money. In 2017, he stumbled upon crypto through social media and invested in bitcoin and ethereum. As he researched and learned more, he fell in love wi...
Jun 01, 2023•35 min•Ep 479•Transcript available on Metacast Saket Jain was just another regular nine to five guy until he got laid off in 2016. He decided to take control of his financial situation and ventured into real estate, generating passive income for himself. This soon turned into a passion for finding ways to save on taxes. Currently employed at Airbnb, Saket used his strategies to offset some of his taxes through RSUs when the company went public. Now, he's moved from simply taking control of his financial wellbeing to offering financial indepe...
May 30, 2023•37 min•Ep 478•Transcript available on Metacast Brandon Schwab's personal experience with his grandfather's care in a nursing home sparked his interest in the senior care industry. He witnessed firsthand how poorly the elderly are treated in such facilities and was determined to make a difference. Years later, he discovered a small home in Florida that provided exceptional care for its residents. Moved by this experience, Brandon decided to open his own facility and dedicate his life to providing quality care for the elderly. His mission is t...
May 25, 2023•44 min•Ep 477•Transcript available on Metacast We sit down with a former NFL player, Dean Rogers, turned real estate investor to discuss the importance of discipline and networking. The speaker shares how surrounding oneself with people who have a big mindset, invest in themselves, and push limits can fast track growth and open doors. They also discuss making difficult decisions regarding career and health, and the role nutrition plays in their life. Additionally, Dean shares his experiences with direct-to-seller marketing, building meaningf...
May 23, 2023•46 min•Ep 476•Transcript available on Metacast 
