Deal Junkies - A Real Estate Podcast
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Ep 161Episode 160: The Metrics That Actually Matter
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors and entrepreneurs. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this episode, the Junkies dive into what it really takes to grow your business with intention — and it starts with knowing your numbers. We’re talking real success metrics: What should you be tracking weekly, monthly, and quarterly? How do you know if you're actually moving the needle? What numbers are just noise, and which ones truly drive results? From KPIs and scorecards to team accountability and systems that support scale, this is the playbook behind the growth. And yes — we leave three whole minutes at the end to talk about deals. You’re welcome, Mike. Subscribe for more episodes and take your mindset, business, and investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 🚀 Looking to join the team? We’re hiring across multiple roles. Click here and find your way to the right job: → www.stackassetgroup.com 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 160Episode 159: OG Deal Junkies
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors and entrepreneurs. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. It’s been a minute since it was just the main four in the studio — no guests, no agendas, just the OG Junkies doing what they love most: talking deals, sharing laughs, and diving into the topics that keep us obsessed with the game. In this episode, Mike brings up (of course) economics, we run through some of our current favorite deals, and we reflect on what makes this whole thing so addicting — building, negotiating, creating, and doing it all with your best friends. If you’ve been rocking with us from the beginning, this one feels like home. Subscribe for more episodes and take your mindset, business, and investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 🚀 Looking to join the team? We’re hiring across multiple roles. Click here and find your way to the right job: → www.stackassetgroup.com 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 159Episode 158: Success That Doesn’t Suck the Life Out of You
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors and entrepreneurs. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. The Oasis Freight Transport phenoms are back — Vince Gonzalez and Polo Garza Jr. join the Junkies for another round, and this time we’re diving into their growing footprint in real estate — from wholesaling and commercial brokering to how their blue-collar grit translated into big-time deals. But this episode isn’t just about working hard… it’s about working smart. The episode turns into an impromptu intervention for our very own Marc Gallegos, who (let’s be honest) never stops working. Vince and Polo talk about how they've been able to scale, offload, and delegate so they can actually enjoy the success they’ve built — without burning out. It’s equal parts deal talk, life lessons, and big laughs — and it just might convince you to take a vacation. Subscribe for more episodes and take your mindset, business, and investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 🚀 Looking to join the team? We’re hiring across multiple roles. Click here and find your way to the right job: → www.stackassetgroup.com 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🚚 Learn more about Oasis Freight Transport: → oftrans.com/about 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 158Episode 157: The Garza Legacy – Faith, Family & Freight
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors and entrepreneurs. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this unforgettable episode, the Junkies sit down with Polo Garza Sr., Polo Garza Jr., and their cousin Vince Gonzales, founders of Oasis Freight Transport — a family-run brokerage and carrier that has become one of the most trusted names in freight across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. They flew in on their private jet to be here. The Garzas share their full story — from Monterrey, Mexico, to Washington in the 1950s, to building a company that now spans 48 states, Alaska, and Canada. Polo Sr. bought his first truck in 1990, and over 25 years they cultivated relationships with manufacturers, distributors, carriers, and farmers. Today, their network is their power. This episode brings the emotion: the blessings, the hardships, the family unity, and the legacy they’re building in business and life. Subscribe for more episodes and take your mindset, business, and investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 🚀 Looking to join the team? We’re hiring across multiple roles. Click here and find your way to the right job: → www.stackassetgroup.com 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🚚 Check out their company: → oftrans.com/about 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 157Episode 156: Purpose, Pressure, and Playing Big with Justin Freishtat
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this episode, the Junkies sit down once again with Justin Freishtat — but this time, the conversation goes beyond business. Justin opens up about his involvement with SafeSpace Global, a company developing multi-modal AI technology designed to prevent school shootings and violent incidents. It's a mission-driven project he's deeply passionate about — and one that couldn’t be more relevant in today’s climate. The episode also dives into the risky deals, big swings, and hard lessons that have shaped Justin as an operator and investor. From capital structuring to navigating high-pressure decisions, this is a candid look at what it takes to keep pushing forward while staying grounded in purpose. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact Looking to join the team? We’re hiring across multiple roles. Click here and find your way to the right job: → www.stackassetgroup.com 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 156Episode 155: Justin Freishtat on Building Real Wealth Through Business and Real Estate
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this episode, the Junkies sit down with Justin Freishtat — a powerhouse operator, capital raiser, and entrepreneur who’s scaled multiple businesses and led high-growth investment strategies across industries. Justin shares how he built Heartland Foods to $87M in revenue before it was acquired by private equity in 2022, and how he now manages a diversified investment portfolio that includes multifamily, single-family, and pre-IPO private equity. The conversation dives deep into capital raising, leadership, investor relations, and the mindset it takes to thrive under pressure and keep scaling — no matter the market. If you’re serious about building something meaningful, this one is packed with insights from someone who’s actually doing it. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact Looking to join the team? We’re hiring across multiple roles. Click here and find your way to the job opportunities section: → www.stackassetgroup.com 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 155Episode 154: For the Love of Gabe (and Econ)
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. The Junkies are back with Sean Williams for round two — but before they get into any real estate talk, they spend the first half of the episode talking about everyone’s favorite topic: Gabe. Since he’s not in the studio to shut it down, the guys take full advantage and go around sharing what they love most about Gabe — the kind of friend, leader, and investor he is inside and out. It's funny, honest, and borderline emotional (but in a very Junkie way). Then, in true Deal Junkies fashion, they end the episode with Trevor’s least favorite segment of all time — an economic update from Mike. Yes, charts may have been involved. It’s chaos, it’s love, it’s real estate… and it’s why you keep coming back. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 154Episode 153: Sean Williams’ Origin Story
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this episode, the Junkies bring on their longtime friend, trusted lender, and maybe soon-to-be partner Sean Williams of Open Door Capital Partners. Sean shares how he first got into real estate, what led him into the world of hard money lending, and the biggest lessons he’s learned working with investors from every angle of the business. The guys also talk about what’s next — how Sean is scaling up, what deals he’s chasing now, and how the transition from lender to active partner is changing the game. This one’s full of insight for anyone looking to grow their capital, strengthen their network, and evolve their role in the real estate space. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 153Episode 152: The Power of the Room
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. This one’s a little bit of everything — classic Junkies chaos — but the heart of the episode is Dane’s talk at last night’s real estate meetup, where he broke down partnerships, joint ventures, and syndications in a way that actually makes sense. The guys use that as a jumping-off point to talk about something bigger: the value of being in the room. Because as much as books, podcasts, and courses can teach you — nothing will move your investing career forward faster than surrounding yourself with the people who are already doing it. This episode is your reminder that showing up, shaking hands, and getting in the mix is how deals get done — and how real estate careers are built. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 152Episode 151: Growing in a Down Market
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. Real estate hasn’t been easy the past few years. The market shifted, interest rates climbed, and a lot of people tapped out. But some didn’t just survive — they grew. In this episode, the Junkies talk candidly about the tough stretch the market has gone through and how they were still able to scale while others hit pause. They unpack the mindset, moves, and strategies that helped them (and their partners) grow during one of the most challenging periods in real estate. This one is part reflection, part playbook — and all about what it really takes to grow when the market isn’t on your side. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 151Episode 150: Deal Talk, Real Talk
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. For our 150th episode, we’re doing what we do best — talking real estate. But this one hits a little deeper. In this episode, Mike opens up about the deals he’s working on right now, how he’s stepping into the world of syndication, and why this next chapter feels different. From structuring opportunities to building something bigger than just the next acquisition, Mike reflects on what it means to bring people in, help others grow, and do it all with intention. This isn’t just about units and returns — it’s about legacy, community, and doing work you can be proud of. Thanks for being with us for 150 episodes. Let’s keep building. 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 150Episode 149: Social Security Won’t Save You
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. Let’s be real — Social Security is not a retirement plan, and by the time many of us get there, it may not even exist. In this episode, the Junkies break down the cold, hard truth: if you’re counting on the government to fund your retirement, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. They talk about what the numbers actually look like, what happens when the checks stop coming, and why real estate is the most reliable path to financial freedom. Whether you’re 25 or 55, this episode is your wake-up call to start building assets that will actually support you when you stop working. Because if you don’t own income-producing property, someone else owns your future. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 149Episode 148: Why Mike Hates Alex Hormozi
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. Trevor bought Alex Hormozi’s latest $6,000 drop — AI tools, scaling frameworks, and access to 200 “free” business books. Mike? Not having it. In this episode, the Junkies break down whether Hormozi’s offer is brilliant or just a slick marketing funnel. Trevor defends the value, Mike calls it the biggest email grab in modern history, and the crew debates whether tools like this actually move the needle for real estate entrepreneurs. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! 🔗 Want to invest with the Deal Junkies or become an accredited investor partner? → stackassetgroup.com/contact 📍 Come network with us in person: → SRE Meet Up: facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ → Investor Lab Meet Up: investorlab.com/events/ 🏠 Need Property Management? → smipropertyowners.com 📚 Beginner looking for your first deal? → vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
Ep 148Episode 147: Most Likely to Buy Deals
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. The Junkies kick this one off with a fun throwback — what they were actually voted most likely to do in high school (and who totally lived up to it). Then they pivot hard into what they do best: breaking down deals. Trevor brings a 96-unit deal to the table that he’s eyeing, and he wants the crew’s input. They go deep on the numbers, location, financing strategy, and risk factors — everything you’d want to hear when experienced investors analyze a real opportunity in real time. If you like real deal talk mixed with a little personality, this one’s got both. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 147Episode 146: Goal Setters, Deal Getters
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this episode, the Junkies talk honestly about the goals they’ve hit, what they’re working toward now, and what keeps them moving forward when they reach big milestones. They share real moments from their journeys, hitting financial goals, getting stuck, pivoting careers, and finding new reasons to keep going. It’s all about staying hungry, setting targets that matter, and leveling up when the old goals aren’t big enough anymore. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 146Episode 145: Big Deals, Bigger Pipeline
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this episode, the Junkies peel back the curtain and give you a behind-the-scenes look at the best deals they have in the pipeline right now. You’ll hear what markets they’re targeting, how the deals are structured, and why they’re excited about each one. They also break down the red flags they’ve seen recently and what they’re actively avoiding. If you’ve ever wanted to hear what top-tier investors are really working on (not just talking about), this episode is packed with insights and action. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 145Episode 144: Macro Mike Strikes Again
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. The Junkies are back — and this time, Macro Mike is taking the lead (and putting Trevor to sleep). In this episode, the guys break down the current state of the economy and what it means for real estate investors. From interest rates and inflation to lending, consumer behavior, and investor confidence, this is the macro update you didn’t know you needed. Mike brings the charts, the insights, and a few spicy takes on where the market’s heading next. If you're making moves in today’s climate (or holding back), this episode will give you the clarity to navigate what's coming. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 144Episode 143: In the Trenches with Caleb the Investor
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. Caleb Webster — aka Caleb the Investor — is back in the studio, and this time it’s all about the deals. From flips to multifamily to new development, the Junkies and Caleb go deep into what he’s currently working on, how he finds and structures deals, and the wild stories behind some of his biggest wins and losses. If you're curious how a young developer operates in today’s market or just want to hear real, unfiltered deal talk from someone in the trenches, this one’s packed with game. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 143Episode 142: Caleb Webster the Investor
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. The Junkies sit down with Caleb Webster, better known as Caleb the Investor — a 32-year-old entrepreneur, developer, and real estate investor who got his start at just 24. In this episode, Caleb walks the Junkies through his journey of getting into the game young, taking big risks, learning hard lessons, and stacking wins along the way. From his first deal to his current developments, Caleb opens up about what it really takes to go all in on real estate in your 20s and build something that lasts. If you’re looking for insight, motivation, or just a real look at the path of a young investor who made it work, this episode delivers. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 142Episode 141: What the Market’s Really Doing Right Now
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. It’s July 2024, and the real estate market feels different — because it is. In this episode, the Junkies break down what they’re seeing across the board: interest rates holding steady but high, inventory finally starting to rise in some markets, multifamily deals sitting longer, and sellers getting more flexible. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 141Episode 140: The Big Beautiful Bill & Bigger Real Estate Moves
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. The Junkies are back together talking deals — what they’re working on, what’s closing, and what’s coming down the pipeline. But they’re also diving into something bigger: a new, game-changing bill that just passed and could have major implications for the real estate world. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.stackassetgroup.com/contact SRE Meet Up: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 140Episode 139: What It’s Like Being a 26-Year-Old Investor
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. Today, Dane is flying solo in the studio repping the Junkies — and he’s joined by 26-year-old real estate investor Erik Nielson, someone the crew met at a recent mastermind in Washington. Dane and Erik dive into what it’s like to be building a real estate portfolio at such a young age — the opportunities, the pressure, and the mindset that sets young investors apart. Whether you're just starting or already scaling, this conversation brings a fresh perspective on what’s possible when you start early and go all in. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.stackassetgroup.com/contact SRE Meet Up: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 139Episode 138: From Big Wins to Bigger Lessons with Dustin Miller
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this follow-up episode, the Junkies bring Dustin Miller back to break down his favorite and least favorite real estate deals. From the wins that built his $18M portfolio to the headaches that nearly broke it, Dustin shares the raw stories behind the numbers. You’ll hear what made one deal unforgettable — and what made another nearly unforgivable. Whether you’re new to investing or knee-deep in deals, this episode will sharpen your instincts on what to chase and what to avoid. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 138Episode 137: From Apartments to Floating Saunas - How Dustin Miller Invests Differently
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio. In this episode, the Junkies sit down with Dustin Miller — a Portland real estate investor and broker who does it all. Dustin owns a development and property management company with 140 units and an $18 million portfolio. He’s always on the hunt for investors and great deals, but his story doesn’t stop there. Dustin also owns Elevated Tides — a floating sauna company and marina he and his team redesigned into a one-of-a-kind waterfront destination. From multifamily to unique lifestyle assets, Dustin’s approach to investing, development, and community-building will give you plenty of fresh ideas to level up your own deals. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 137Episode 136: John Baker on Balance, Books & Staying a Junkie
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this follow-up episode, the Junkies sit down with John Baker once again — but this time, they go beyond real estate. John opens up about life after selling the Ned Baker Group, what retirement really looks like, and his passion project: writing a book. They swap stories about finding meaning outside the daily grind, but of course, they can’t help circling back to deals — because they’re all junkies at heart. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 136Episode 135: Behind the Ned Baker Name - John Baker’s Real Estate Legacy
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, the Junkies sit down with John Baker — a longtime realtor and real estate investor whose family legacy goes back to the Ned Baker Group, the company his dad, Ned Baker, founded in 1976. John shares how growing up in the business shaped his approach, why he eventually sold the company 14 years ago, and how he stayed active in real estate investing even after stepping away from the day-to-day grind. You’ll hear how John finds good deals, what he looks for now that he’s retired, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 135Episode 134: Breaking Down Alex’s Deals
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In Episode 133, the Junkies sit back down with Alex Lawson for a deeper dive into the deals he’s working on right now. From finding hidden opportunities in Georgia to the creative ways he’s funding and structuring his projects, Alex opens up about the real numbers, real risks, and real rewards behind his growing portfolio. If you want to see exactly how another investor is putting deals together—step by step—don’t miss this one. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 134Episode 132: Alex Lawson’s Real Estate Playbook
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In Episode 132, the Junkies sit down with Alex Lawson, a real estate investor they connected with at an SRE Meetup. Alex is on a mission to rebuild communities—one deal at a time. He shares how he finds and structures his deals, why he focuses on properties in Georgia, and what drives him to invest where others might overlook. If you’ve ever wondered how to combine impact and profit in real estate, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 133Episode 131: Paul Kerley’s Favorite Deals + Real Advice for the Junkies
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. Back for part two, Paul Kerley—one of the Northwest’s biggest real estate investors—dives into his all-time favorite deals, what made them stand out, and how he approached each one with a long-game mindset. This episode gets personal as the Deal Junkies ask Paul for direct advice on their own investment strategies, challenges, and growth. From portfolio-building insights to hard-earned lessons, this one is packed with gold for investors at any level. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 132Episode 130: The Spiritual Principles of Real Estate with Paul Kerley
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this powerful episode, the Deal Junkies sit down with Paul Kerley—one of the most successful and respected real estate investors in the Pacific Northwest. But this isn’t just a conversation about deals. Paul shares how faith, discipline, and spiritual alignment have guided his journey to building a massive portfolio valued at over $500 million and an impactful life. You’ll hear how he integrates purpose with profit, why integrity always wins long-term, and how spiritual principles can ground you through the chaos of real estate. Whether you're faith-driven or just looking for deeper meaning in your work, this episode will leave you thinking differently about the way you invest. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 131Episode 129: Deals & Trevor Crashes the Boat (Again)
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, the guys dive into recent deals they’re working on, share lessons learned from the trenches, and—of course—break down how Trevor managed to crash the boat… again. From multifamily negotiations to misadventures on the water, it’s equal parts strategy and chaos. If you like real talk with your real estate, this one’s for you. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 130Episode 128: Real Talk Market Update
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. This week’s episode is a little bit of everything. The junkies attempt to give a market update (keyword: attempt) and end up bouncing from interest rates to inventory to whatever else comes to mind. If you’re looking for data-backed insights and sharp economic forecasts… maybe skip this one. But if you want real, off-the-cuff takes from investors who are in the trenches every day—tune in. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 129Episode 127: Robert Harden on Subject-To Deals
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. Robert Harden is back for part two—and this time, we go even deeper into the subject-to strategy that’s helping him build wealth one house at a time. Rob walks through how he structures his deals, what he says to sellers, and how he’s finding opportunities in today’s high-rate market by taking over existing mortgages. You’ll hear the real conversations, the numbers behind the strategy, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. If you’re trying to build a real estate portfolio without taking on today’s interest rates, this is the episode to listen to. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 128Episode 126: Robert Harden’s Strategy to Build Wealth
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. This episode features Robert Harden, a real estate investor who’s mastered the art of subject-to deals—taking over existing mortgages at low interest rates to build his portfolio one property at a time. Rob shares how he got started, why subject-to became his go-to strategy, and exactly how he positions the ask when talking to sellers. If you're trying to invest without taking on today’s high interest rates, this episode is packed with real-world, actionable game. And beyond the deals? Rob’s just a great all-around guy—we’re stoked to have him on the show. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 127Episode 125: A Deal Breakdown... and a Door Breakdown
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In Episode 125, the Junkies break down a few of Mike’s recent deals—but not before diving into the chaos that unfolded at one of his rental units this past week. Spoiler: a SWAT team had to break in. Tune in to hear the full story, what actually happened, and how it ties back to real estate, risk, and decision-making as an investor. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 126Episode 124: The Condo & Townhome Playbook
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, the Junkies dive deep into condos and townhomes—breaking down when to build them, where they make the most sense, and why this asset class is making a comeback. From zoning considerations and buyer demand to cost-effective construction and long-term value, they unpack everything you need to know if you're thinking about getting into smaller-scale multifamily development. They also ask each other (and some pros behind the scenes) key questions every investor should consider before going vertical on a project. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 125Episode 123: Mike & Gabe Tell Trevor What’s Next
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, Mike and Gabe turn the tables and give Trevor some straight-up advice. With years of experience building companies, raising capital, and scaling massive portfolios, they offer hard-earned insights on what Trevor should focus on next—and how to avoid the pitfalls they’ve seen (and lived through). This isn’t theory. It’s battle-tested strategy from investors who’ve been there. You’ll hear: Where Trevor is in his journey—and what his next level looks like Advice on building a business that lasts Personal stories from Mike and Gabe’s early days Tough love and real talk on what actually works in scaling Whether you’re in Trevor’s shoes or just trying to figure out your next move, this episode is packed with perspective. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 124Episode 122: The Many Hats You Wear in Real Estate
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. From self-managing rentals to outsourcing property management… from doing your own maintenance to building full-scale ops teams—every real estate investor wears a few hats. In this episode, the Junkies break down which roles they’ve taken on (and let go of) throughout their journey, and how to decide which hats you should wear based on the stage of your portfolio. Whether you're just getting started or growing into multi-million dollar assets, this episode gives you clarity on: What to prioritize in the early stages When to delegate, outsource, or build systems How to think like an owner instead of an operator Why wearing fewer hats might actually make you more money 📈 Real stories. Real advice. Real growth. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 123Episode 121: When Deals Go Wild – and Why You Should Pump the Brakes
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. Marc Gallegos is back with the Junkies for a sharp conversation on deal discipline—how to stay aggressive without losing your shirt. In this episode, Marc breaks down real examples of deals that looked good on the surface but didn’t pencil out—and why walking away was the best move. We dive into: The red flags Marc watches for before locking in a deal Why he builds in layers of security to protect his capital and his partners How saying “no” has helped him build a stronger, more strategic portfolio This one’s for every investor who’s felt the FOMO and almost forced a deal. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 122Episode 120: Raising Capital & Negotiating Deals with Marc Gallegos
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. This week, the Junkies sit down with Marc Gallegos—owner of Skyline Builders and partner at Stack Asset Group—for a deep dive into what it really takes to raise money and negotiate real estate deals at scale. With over $275 million in funded residential mortgages and a multifamily portfolio valued at over $60 million, Marc brings a unique lens from his background as a lender, property manager, and value-add contractor. Marc shares how he approaches acquisitions, builds trust with investors, and structures deals that work in any market cycle. Whether you're trying to scale your portfolio or get your first capital raise across the finish line, this episode is packed with strategies you can use right now. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 121Episode 119: Behind the Builds – Deal Talk with the Ryapolov Brothers
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. The Ryapolov brothers are back! In this episode, Arthur and Ruben sit down with the Junkies to break down their recent deals—from land development plays to massive new builds—and the wild turns each one took along the way. We dive deep into how they structure their projects, find off-market land, navigate lender pushback, and keep scaling in competitive markets. This is real talk from guys doing real volume—don’t miss it. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 120Episode 118: Arthur & Ruben Ryapolov
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, we sit down with Ruben and Arthur Ryapolov—two brothers who’ve built 250+ homes, developed 1,200+ lots, and scaled an $80M+ real estate construction business—all before hitting 30. They walk us through how they started, what they’d do differently, and the biggest lessons learned from building in multiple markets. Whether you're an investor, builder, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with strategy, mindset, and momentum. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 119Episode 117: Know Your Audience, Master Your Market
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In episode 117, the Junkies break down why knowing your audience and knowing your market is everything. From negotiating with sellers to appealing to buyers and investors, understanding who you’re speaking to can make or break your deal. They share real-life examples of how tailoring your approach to the market—whether it’s price points, amenities, or investor expectations—can help you close faster, stronger, and smarter. 👉 Learn how the pros research markets, read people, and position deals to win every time. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 118Episode 116: Deals Are Everywhere
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, the Junkies run through a flurry of recent deals they’re working on—and break down how they sourced, structured, and closed them. The big takeaway? There’s no shortage of opportunity. Deals aren’t found, they’re made. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect opportunity to fall into your lap, this episode is your wake-up call. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 117Episode 115: Cracking the Code on Cap Rates
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, the Junkies break down one of the most misunderstood metrics in real estate investing: the cap rate. Whether you’re trying to evaluate a deal, compare markets, or understand how investors value properties, this episode will give you a clear and practical explanation of what cap rates really mean—and how to use them to your advantage. If you’ve ever faked your way through a conversation about cap rates, this one’s for you. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 116Episode 114: Mindset & Middle Housing
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In Episode 114, the Junkies are back together with Mike—and they're diving right into one of his all-time favorite books, Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill. They unpack the lessons from the book and how it applies to life, mindset, and of course, real estate. After that, the conversation shifts to deals, with a heavy focus on the current state of middle housing and what investors need to know about where the market is heading right now. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 115Episode 113: Maui Million Dollar Lessons – ft. Brandon Eastman
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. The Junkies are still in Maui—but this time, they’re joined by friends, including returning guest Brandon Eastman. While the crew reflects on how far they’ve come, Brandon opens up about one of the hardest chapters in his investing journey—when he lost $1.2 million. They talk through the mindset it takes to bounce back, the quiet battles most investors don’t talk about, and why the hard times often teach the most. This one’s a reminder that behind every success story is a season of struggle—and the best investors don’t quit. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 114Episode 112: The Power of Positive Thinking
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. The Junkies are coming to you live from Maui in this special episode, diving into one of the most timeless success principles: Positive Mental Attitude—straight from the writings of Napoleon Hill. They unpack how this mindset has shaped their investing journeys, why it’s more than just optimism, and how it can completely change the way you approach business, relationships, and life. From beachfront insights to mindset breakthroughs, this episode is all about rewiring your thinking to win—regardless of the market or circumstances. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.stackassetgroup.com/contact SRE Meet Up: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 113Episode 111: The Hustle with Brandon Eastman
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. Brandon Eastman is back—and this time, we’re diving deeper. From chasing deals to building long-term wealth, Brandon breaks down his latest moves in real estate and what’s changed since his last appearance. This episode is your reminder that if you’re not taking action, you’re just wasting time. Hit play, take notes, and let this one light a fire under you. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.stackassetgroup.com/contact SRE Meet Up: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/
Ep 112Episode 110: Brandon Eastman on Buying Big and Building Bold
E🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help listeners build wealth and scale their portfolios. In this episode, the Junkies sit down with Salem’s own Brandon Eastman—a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and owner of the Salem Bentleys. With a massive real estate portfolio and a deep presence in the local business scene, Brandon shares how he chooses what to buy, how he structures deals, and what it's like being a prominent business figure in a city he’s helped shape. Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, this one’s packed with insight from a local powerhouse. Subscribe for more episodes and take your investing to the next level! To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.stackassetgroup.com/contact SRE Meet Up: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/ Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/ SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/