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304 - The Secret Sauce for Success in Real Estate with Tate Siemer Nov 09, 2021

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In this episode, Tate Siemer shares a story about a townhome development that didn't turn out as expected. However, there's light at the end of the tunnel! Stay tuned and find out how a failed real estate deal could take you into the happiest chapter of your life.

Key takeaways to listen for

Benefits of attending real estate conferences
What can go wrong in a real estate development
Why you need to spend time on-site when developing real estate
The best way to find off-market investment opportunities
The right mindset to invest in real estate

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Tate Siemer

Tate Siemer is the CEO and Managing Partner of GreenLight Equity Group, a real estate company that acquires and operates commercial multifamily assets (apartment communities) in Utah, Oklahoma City, and Columbus, Ohio. His mission is to achieve exceptional returns for his investors by improving communities and expanding well-being through progressive solutions in multi-family housing.

He also hosts The Apartment Guys Podcast, where he and his guests talk about all things related to apartment investing, including how to get started, finding deals, finding capital, mindset tips, and more.

Connect with Tate

Website: www.investwithgreenlight.com
LinkedIn: Tate Siemer
Facebook: Tate Siemer
Instagram: @tatesiemer
Podcast: The Apartment Guys

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303 - The Dangers of Real Estate Investing with Marco Kozlowski Nov 04, 2021

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When it comes to real estate investing, risks can be more significant than just losing your investment capital. Listen in as Marco Kozlowski shares two horrifying stories about a retired cop who wouldn't pay rent and a jealous 90-year-old tenant who wanted revenge.

Key takeaways to listen for

Why is a different approach to real estate investing so necessary?
Are hotels a good asset class to invest in?
The mindset you need to achieve your goals
A story to illustrate why even men need safety protocols
What is an asset-based loan, and what makes it so good for investors?

About Marco Kozlowski

Marco has led real estate investment trainings all over the world, from Australia to Singapore to North America and Europe. His followers have amassed hundreds of millions in revenue with thousands of doors for a fraction of their value for unmatched returns.

Marco buys and owns properties like apartments, townhomes, duplexes, hotels, trailer parks – stable rental opportunities that are healthy and earning money, and that the owners need to sell.

By using his system, people can work when (or if) they want, secure their family's finances, escape the rat race, get out of debt, and never again answer to anyone – including their boss.

Connect with Marco

Website: www.marcokozlowski.com
YouTube: Marco Kozlowski
Instagram: @marco.kozlowski
Facebook: Marco Kozlowski
E-mail: support@marcokozlowski.com

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302 - How to Be Safe When Selling Real Estate with Brenda Wise Nov 02, 2021

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If you think that safety protocols for REALTORS are boring, you haven't heard enough stories yet. Tune in as Brenda Wise shares the red flags you should pay attention to when doing house showings and some smart strategies that can potentially save your life in crime situations.

Key takeaways to listen for

3 skills you need to succeed as a REALTOR
Why REALTORS need safety protocols
Ways to verify the identity of your clients
How to respond in a crime situation
Are safety protocols only for female REALTORS?

Resources mentioned in this episode

Living Safely in a Dangerous World

About Brenda Wise

For the last 38 years, Brenda Wise has helped female real estate agents experience a feeling of confidence and safety while going through the ins and outs of being a female in the workplace.

She has been traversing the country sharing her revolutionary approach to a safer and more effective real estate industry for women.

In a predominantly male-led personal safety industry (where violence to women occurs at a staggeringly disproportionate rate), Brenda offers a wealth of personal insight, public safety, knowledge, and certified training experience that has educated and inspired thousands of female REALTORS on how to avoid the hidden dangers within daily activities in the real estate profession and focus on closing more deals.

Connect with Brenda

Instagram: @brendawise1
Facebook: Brenda Wise
LinkedIn: Brenda J Wise
Email: Brenda@BrendaWise.com
Cell: 757.332.4647

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301 - The Keys to Building Your Own Digital Empire with Kris Reid Oct 28, 2021

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If you're a REALTOR who thinks websites are only for big companies, you might think differently after this episode. Tune in as Kris Reid shares what kind of videos you should post on social media AND the most common mistakes people make with their website.

Key takeaways to listen for

Why all REALTORS should have their own website
The 4 steps to creating a successful marketing campaign
What people want to see in your videos
The key metrics you should be focusing on

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Kris Reid

Kris Reid is a software engineer and founder of Ardor SEO, a Digital Growth Agency that provides clients with the tools and information to leverage the World Wide Web and its resources. They work with different industries, including real estate and legal SEO.

Connect with Kris

Website: www.ardorseo.com
Facebook: Ardor SEO
YouTube: The Ardor SEO Podcast

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300 - The Beauty of Real Estate Oct 26, 2021

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After 300 episodes, it's time for Leigh to share her own crazy experiences. Join us today and listen to the three hilarious/scary stories about a missing stove, a shotgun, and a murder that Leigh's got for you.

Key takeaways to listen for

The relationship that REALTORS develop with clients
Safety issues that REALTORS face
Why people love real estate

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299 - What You Didn't Know About The California Housing Market with Kaajal Shahani Oct 21, 2021

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With over 18 years of experience in real estate, Kaajal Shahani has seen a lot of craziness, and today she is here to tell you all about it. If you want to know how the California housing market is doing and listen to 3 stories that include weapons, ferocious dogs, a financially stressed seller, and adult films, this is the episode you've been looking for.

Key takeaways to listen for

Evolution of the California housing market over the last years
House prices in the bay area and the timing for purchasing
Why people prefer to buy instead of renting in California
Places where Californians are migrating to and the reasons why
The ethical way to handle complicated situations with clients

About Kaajal Shahani

Kaajal Shahani is an award-winning realtor featured on HGTV, Top Agent Magazine, and a Newsweek Real Estate Expert Forum. With over 18+ years of experience, Kaajal Shahani is a premier California licensed real estate agent who has served over 200 clients with integrity and diligence.

A career in real estate was a natural choice for Kaajal, given that she emanates from a family of real estate gurus. Kaajal's extraordinary knowledge of the real estate market and unparalleled transaction experience (responsible for over $100+ million in residential transactions) makes her the most sought-after realtor.

In addition to her day-to-day real estate transaction, she coaches new real estate agents and mentors women entrepreneurs.

Connect with Kaajal

Website: www.kaajalshahani.com
Instagram: @kaajalshahanirealestate
Facebook: Kaajal Shahani
LinkedIn: Kaajal Shahani
YouTube: Kaajal Shahani
E-mail: kshahani@intero.com
Phone: 510-304-6754

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298 - Become a Landlord Using These Strategies with Mike Butler Oct 19, 2021

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Today, we got Mike Butler for you, who will be sharing a jaw-dropping story about a property he bought for $20K that still rents for $1,000. Listen to this episode to get some insights into the current market condition and learn the best way to find motivated sellers.

Key takeaways to listen for

How to overcome fear and start investing in real estate
Is it a good time to get financing?
Advertising vs. Marketing. Which is better to attract motivated sellers?
Why you should always make an offer on the houses you visit

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Mike Butler

While working his full-time job as an undercover police detective, Mike Butler began his real estate investing career by buying fixer-uppers and renting them to make extra money.

Mike quickly exploded his real estate business by buying 2 rental properties every week. Then he knuckled down and developed his amazingly simple Investor Books Pro System™ to deliver true financial freedom for his family. His proven and unique system allowed him to safely catapult wealth for his family by investing in real estate.

Mike also authored the book "Landlording on Autopilot" and made the #1 Best Seller Business Books on Amazon.

Now, he enjoys training millionaires and future millionaires and is a much sought-after featured speaker and trainer at real estate seminars all across America.

Connect with Mike

Website: www.mikebutler.com
Podcast: 5 Hour Real Estate Week
Facebook: Mike Butler
YouTube: MikeButlerDotCom
Twitter: @MikeButlerUSA
LinkedIn: Mike Butler

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If you're tired of doing real estate alone, enroll in Leigh Brown University and be sure to use your special "CSIRE" discount code at checkout for $10 off your subscription.

297 - Unlock Your Home Equity Without Adding Debt with Matthew Sullivan Oct 14, 2021

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Are you a homeowner wanting to access your home equity without getting into more debt? We've got the answer for you! Tune in as Matthew Sullivan shares how Home Equity Agreements work, as well as a story about flipping houses that proves that it's not all sunshine and palm trees in real estate.

Key takeaways to listen for

Who these Home Equity Agreements are for
What can go wrong when flipping houses
Is the unlocking equity process similar to a reverse mortgage?

About Matthew Sullivan

Matthew is the CEO and Founder of QuantmRE, a company that solves a real problem for homeowners by helping them access a portion of their home equity without taking on more debt.

Matthew and his team have helped over a hundred homeowners use their home equity to pay off expensive credit cards, remodel their home, pay college tuition fees, or diversify into other investments, all without taking on extra debt.

Matthew has a proven track record in real estate innovation through his experiences as Co-Founder of the Secured Real Estate Income Strategies Fund, and as President and Founder of Crowdventure.com, a real estate crowdfunding company.

Connect with Matthew

Website: www.quantmre.com
Twitter: @quantmre
LinkedIn: Matthew Sullivan
Facebook: Quantm RE
E-mail: msullivan@quantmre.com

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Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops!

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If you're tired of doing real estate alone, enroll in Leigh Brown University and be sure to use your special "CSIRE" discount code at checkout for $10 off your subscription.

296 - What REALTORS Should Be Posting on Instagram with Michelle Berman-Mikel Oct 12, 2021

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In this episode, Michelle Berman-Mikel shares the actual indicators of quality content and drops THE golden nugget on how to reach a larger audience with your reels on IG. If you're a REALTOR or a business owner wanting to step up your social media game, tune in because you don't want to miss this show!

Key takeaways to listen for

2 tips for reaching a greater audience with your IG reel posts
Are vanity metrics good indicators of the quality of your content?
The 4 pillars of good IG content for REALTORS
Why you shouldn't post screenshots of your list reports on IG
A FREE app to make your posts look good

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Michelle Berman-Mikel

Michelle Berman-Mikel is the creator of the Instagram Power Method Course. She is a nationally sought-after Instagram Coach, speaker, author, and course creator, whose sole purpose is to help people level up out of all those Instagram 101 courses and into one that will actually help them create content that speaks directly to their ideal client.

Connect with Michelle

Instagram: @bermanmediasocial
Facebook: Berman Media
LinkedIn: Michelle Berman-Mikel

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295 - Scale Up Your Portfolio Quickly Using This Business Strategy with Rachel Richards Oct 07, 2021

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Your real estate license can do a lot more than just helping clients buy and sell their properties. If you're a real estate agent, pay attention to this episode because Rachel Richards is about to unveil the secrets to acquiring 40 properties in 3 years with only $20K and a REALTOR's license.

Key takeaways to listen for

Why you should consider house hacking
How REALTORS can quickly build up a portfolio
Is owning rental properties 100% passive?
What is syndication?

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Rachel Richards

At the age of 27, Rachel Richards quit her job and retired, now living off $15,000+ per month in passive income. Rachel is the bestselling author of Money Honey and Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement. She is a former financial advisor and a real estate investor with almost 40 rental units. She has been featured on CNBC, Business Insider, and BiggerPockets Podcast. By making the topic of money management fun, entertaining, and simple, Rachel has helped thousands of millennials work their way out of financial despair.

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If you're tired of doing real estate alone, enroll in Leigh Brown University and be sure to use your special "CSIRE" discount code at checkout for $10 off your subscription.

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