Casual Fridays REI

We’ve got an interesting topic today that we feel uniquely qualified to answer given this is what we do everyday. It’s a question that we got from one of our students regarding hiring employees and worry about them taking what you taught them and going on their own. Clearly we teach people how to invest … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-373-training-your-competition/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Zach Morrow is a seasoned Real Estate and Cryptocurrency Hedge Fund manager who is passionate about helping investors invest confidently into alternative asset classes like Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrency, and specific sectors of Real Estate. Zach serves as the VP of Investor Relations for Boron Capital’s family of investment funds, whose teams have created triple digit … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-372-self-storage-mobile-homes-and-crypto-with-zach-morrow/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

When you’re first getting started with your business you’re typically focused on one way of making money. You work day in and day out and with that hard work and a little bit of luck you hopefully become profitable. Once this time comes you’ll get really good at what you do but this isn’t the … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-371-seven-streams-of-income-in-your-business/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

A recent trip out of the country and a last minute question about a Will has our heads spinning with todays topic. It’s something that every entrepreneur should think about and set up but we’re guessing not many do. It’s also not a easy topic because businesses and business owners are constantly changing. In our … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-370-can-your-business-out-survive-you/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

What’s your life worth to you? Would you give it up tomorrow for riches today or would you turn it away to live another day? This is a question that we recently came across that really puts things into perspective because if you choose to turn it away your saying your life is really valuable. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-369-the-20-million-dollar-question/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Are you pushing yourself as hard as you really can? Are you demanding success? Is your business / life really where you want it to be? These are things that are totally in your control and as a business owner only you have the ability to make sure you’re growing in the direction you want. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-368-demanding-the-best-from-yourself/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

The new year is here and we’re ready to take it by storm! This is always an exciting time where people are looking to start there business or where people who are already up and running are making plans for the year. That got us thinking about what we would tell someone that was getting … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-367-dominating-2022-advice-for-the-new-and-seasoned-investor/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone out there! We’re so happy to have each and everyone one of you that listen to our show. This episode is the last one we’ll do this year and it marks the end of three full years as podcasters. We’ve had a great year which we’ll discuss today … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-366-merry-christmas-year-end-review/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

It’s a story told far to often, someone starts a business or gets a raise or comes into some money and all of a sudden they upgrade their life. Maybe they buy a new car, expensive house or start eating out all the time and forget to put money back for uncertain times or the … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-365-lifestyle-inflation/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Getting started with Real Estate Investing is an exciting time. You’re more than likely eager to get your first deal going and build a thriving business as fast as you can. If you’re like most people you probably have some sort of vision of how you’d like your business to look too. Maybe you want … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-364-let-your-niche-find-you/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

He’s not just a pretty face guys, he’s a hell of a Land guy, he’s our friend and we couldn’t be more excited to have Trevor Probandt on the show today! Today’s topic is something that he and Justin both mentioned so we thought it was worth talking about. There’s very few things in life … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-363-momento-mori-with-trevor-probandt/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

How willing are you to put it all on the line? Let’s say you’ve got a deal that you know is solid. The comps are exactly what we look for, it’s got great access, great views and you’re buying it at a third of what it’s worth. To purchase it though means that you’re going … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-362-go-broke-to-get-rich/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

We are extremely honored to have Jean Gribbon, the founder of Beads of Courage on the show today! This is an amazing organization that has touched our hearts and we couldn’t be more excited about sharing their story and mission. It’s definitely not your typical Real Estate show today but it’s 100% worth listening to … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-361-beads-of-courage-do-not-miss-this-show/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Seems like every year around this time we get a lot of people asking us our opinion on them quitting there jobs and pursuing land investing full time. It’s a cool question to get asked too because it means that our students are either doing really well or they believe in the system enough that … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-360-are-you-ready-to-quit-your-job/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

As seemingly more and more land investors come on the scene we often get the question asking if the Heyday of land investing or the “good ole days” are over? It’s a very fair question and one that we plan on talking about today. The answer probably seems pretty clear but we’ll dive into why … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-359-is-the-heyday-of-land-investing-over/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

As business owners we need to get comfortable with change because the second we create a plan something will happen or come up that completely throws us off. As Real Estate Investors we’re lucky enough to have a built in hedge against this and that has to do with our expertise in buying properties off … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-358-last-minute-pivot/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Real estate investing success isn’t just about selling properties. It’s about selling yourself… to sellers and lenders. So, imagine what your business would look like with a consistent stream of deals… all from motivated sellers and private lenders in your market who… see YOU as the Clear Choice! In this episode I talk to former … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-357-close-more-deals-and-raise-more-money-with-your-own-book/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

As Real Estate Investors we deal with tons of moving parts and documents which means that our attention to detail needs to be spot on. There’s always multiple people to deal with and there’s no shortage of paperwork involved so missing something small is easy to do and in the long run that can cost … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-356-checking-all-the-boxes/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock you probably heard / experienced a day without Facebook and Instagram this past week. The rumors quickly spread that these two companies were gone forever and that sent many people into a frenzy about what their futures looked like. There’s a lot of people who get their leads … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-355-are-you-facebook-proof/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Being an entrepreneur is an amazing thing. You have complete control over your future and your success ultimately comes from the results that you put out. It’s not exactly glamorous like social media wants you to believe though. Yes, there are times where you’re on top of the world but that doesn’t mean you didn’t … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-354-everyday-failures/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

What an incredible day! Our third Live Event was by far the best one yet and we are so appreciative of everyone that was there. The speakers did an amazing job and the event space was top notch. As always we do a live podcast and give some of the guest a chance to speak … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-353-globe-life-field-live-event/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

With us today is Heather Dreves, the Director of Funding at Secured Investment Corp and fund manager with, one of the fastest growing companies in the private money marketplace in the US, focusing on residential real estate investments. Heather is passionate about helping self-employed entrepreneurs and their families build wealth and succeed in their business … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-352-heather-dreves-tipping-the-scale-to-success-through-residential-real-estate-investments/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

The deadline for Project Two submissions is getting closer by the day and since this is the last podcast we’ll have to talk about it we figured that’s exactly what we’d do. We’ve had some great videos so far and it’s going to be a tough decision for us but that’s our problem! What you … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-351-project-two-part-two/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Last year we surprised everyone with our first Project by letting them in on our journey through a giant marketing campaign and giving back a portion of our profits to people that came to our Live Event. It was a crazy year that had everyone figuring out how to live through a pandemic and we … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-350-project-2/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

As Real Estate Investors our goal is to buy a property below market value and then resell it and hopefully make a profit. In our niche that usually means buying a parcel of land for around 35% of market value and then selling it for what it’s actually worth. Recently, we were explaining this to … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-349-is-buying-land-below-market-value-ethical/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Mitch Stephen has been a self-employed RE investor for 25+ years. His real estate investing career started at the age of 23 when he read “Nothing Down” by Robert Allen. Mitch Stephen has purchased well over 2,000 houses in and around his hometown of San Antonio, TX. A high school graduate, who never stopped learning. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-348-purchasing-over-2000-houses-with-mitch-stephen/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

If you know us and our business model, you know that we rely on the pros to do a lot of the work for us. That could be a Title company to close the deal or a Realtor to sell it and when you hire people that specialize in particular parts of the business there’s … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-345-helping-the-title-company/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Need some Entrepreneur Motivation? Look no further. In this show, Chris Bello covers the mindset as well as practical actions that are critical for entrepreneurs at all stages and industries. After starting and failing with several ideas and side-hustles, Chris discovered and committed to real estate wholesaling, where he has been consistently closing 5 figure … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-344-chris-bello-on-mindset-and-motivation/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

I know, I know.. Weird combination right!?! Just go with me here. Y’all have waited long enough, we’ve secured a killer location, some killer guest speakers and we’re finally happy to announce that our next live event will be on September 18th! Tickets are on sale today and we’ve only got room for 50 people. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-343-live-event-announcement-and-murder-properties/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

We’ve seen a lot of questions lately about working with Realtors in your land business and it’s an important topic so we thought we’d try and tackle it on today’s show. If you’ve never hired one or had one send you buyers then there can be somethings you’ve never dealt with and that they may … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-342-working-with-realtors/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Can you believe it’s been one year since Prycd.com has launched?! It’s amazing how much this company has grown over the year and we couldn’t be more excited to have Max and Ryan back on our show to talk about everything that has gone on, what they’re working on and what’s coming in the future. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-341-prycd-com-one-year-anniversary/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

You ever hear someone say (or maybe even say it yourself) that, “once I get this done then I’ll do that”? Maybe it sounds something like, “I need to get this tool / software and then I’ll really be ready to do this”. Well, we’re here today to tell you to stop that! Often times … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-340-your-good-intentions-are-making-you-broke/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

We’re extremely excited to have Jacob Vanderslice on todays show. Jacob is Principal at VanWest Partners, a Denver-based real estate investment firm focusing on the acquisition and management of self-storage centers and other opportunistic real estate throughout the United States. VanWest has established a track record with over $195mm in real estate assets. Jacob and his … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-339-self-storage-investing-with-jacob-vanderslice/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Sometimes in life it seems like you can’t lose. You’re firing on all cylinders and one win leads to another. You take those wins and turn them into growth and you get better and better at whatever it is you’re doing. In the land business this can mean you’re buying tons of land and selling … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-338-the-winning-cycle/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

With the popularity of Cryptocurrency growing everyday it’s gotten hard to ignore a very real possibility that some people will prefer to use it over traditional fiat. The problem with Crypto is that it’s still volatile so the price it’s currently at may not be the amount you get when you cash it out. So … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-337-crypto-in-your-land-business/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

You ever notice how some people get into a niche and seemingly out of nowhere their success sky rockets? One day they’re a clueless rookie and the next they’re performing like a professional. It’s not an accident that this happens, in fact, there’s a really good reason why some people catapult themselves and some don’t. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-336-training-with-intent/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

They say with time comes wisdom and recently we had an experience where that really came to mind and it got us thinking. What would we tell ourselves if we could go back and have that conversation with the younger versions of us. Not just the kid version of ourselves but also the new land … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-335-what-we-would-tell-our-younger-selves/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

With us today is Mike Zlotnik. Mike is known in real estate circles as “Big Mike” due to his stature, but more importantly, he is known for his personal integrity and for having a keen understanding of the financial aspects of successful real estate investing. Mike has a depth of expert knowledge in the Pandemic … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-334-pandemic-created-investment-opportunities-with-big-mike/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Sometimes decisions and actions are very black and white. They’re either right or wrong and you know that you’re actions are appropriate because there’s a clear distinction between the two. Then there’s areas that are gray. Meaning they may not be “wrong” but they may not be exactly “right” either. The question for today’s show … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-336-living-in-the-gray/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying that your network equals your net worth before but the more our personal network expands, the more true it’s becoming. The ways in which your business can expand by placing yourself around people with the same goals and mindset can take you leaps and bounds above where you are. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-332-network-equals-net-worth/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

There’s a theme in the Real Estate education niche that you can become rich in a matter of weeks and that all your problems will vanish because you’ll be your own boss in no time at all. Has it happened? Surely it has for someone but the majority of people who build a sustainable business … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-331-wealth-takes-time/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

We’re really excited to have special guest, Anthony Faso and Cameron Christiansen on the show today. These guys are the founders of Infinite Wealth Consultants and host of the Infinite Wealth Podcast. Anthony and Cameron are passionate about empowering families and business owners to create passive income and build wealth without the risk of Wall … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-330-anthony-faso-and-cameron-christiansen-on-creating-passive-income-and-building-wealth/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

We’ve got a great topic today. It’s one that we’ve been talking a lot about behind the scenes given some of our new projects and today we’re gonna share it with y’all. That’s right.. We’re talking about how we can take a piece of land, make some changes and by doing so, the land is … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-329-forcing-appreciation/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

If you’ve followed along with our journey from last year to this year then you know that we dropped our podcast from three shows per week to one. We actually did this for a reason and that was so that we could get more work and projects done. Well.. The first quarter of the year … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-328-what-were-working-on-now/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Is this it??? Is this the show where we talk about Casual Fridays breaking up??? Ofcourse not! You can’t get rid of us. This show is however about preparing for that day when partnerships do end. You can have the best intentions going into a business relationship but things change over time and it’s better … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-327-partnership-exits/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

Join us today as we welcome Author, Teacher and Real Estate Investing Expert, Edna Keep. Edna’s journey from single mom at age 16 – living in subsidized housing with a daughter in subsidized daycare – to multi-millionaire Real Estate Entrepreneur and Coach inspires others. Her major operations are long- term buy-and-hold rentals and apartment buildings. … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-326-author-teacher-and-real-estate-investing-expert-edna-keep/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

You hear it all the time, that sound advice when you’re not getting the results you want, just send more mail. Is it that cut and dry though? The advice assumes that the person sending the mail actually knows what they’re doing. What good is it to send thousands of new mailers if you haven’t … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-325-just-send-more-mail/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>

If you took an inventory of exactly what you do during the day and you broke it down into segments based on how much time was spent on each item, what would you find? Would you see that you spend most of your day working on things that generate revenue or would you find that … <p class="read-more"><a class="btn btn-default" href="https://casualfridaysreipodcast.blubrry.net/episode-324-revenue-generating-activities/"> Read More<span class="screen-reader-text"> Read More</span></a></p>