In this high-energy episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations, we sit down with Jennifer "Jen" Josey — the powerhouse behind Jolific Homes and the Real Estate Investor Growth Network (REIGN). From rapid "5 Day Flips" to growing a rental empire, Jen brings her signature blend of humor, hustle, and heart to the mic.

Jen shares how she transitioned from a career in teaching and health insurance to full-time real estate investing alongside her husband, Vance. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped her grow multiple businesses, the systems behind her lightning-fast flips, and why she believes real estate is a team sport.

Whether you’re an aspiring investor, seasoned flipper, or just need a shot of motivation, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and lessons from one of the industry’s most dynamic voices.

Topics We Cover:

• How Jen and Vance started Jolific Homes

• The secret sauce behind her 5 Day Flips

• Running short- and long-term rental portfolios

• Building REIGN into a thriving investor community

• Embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth

Guest Contact Info:
🌐 Website: www.therealjenjosey.com
📷 Instagram: @therealjenjosey
🔗 LinkedIn: Jen Josey
📺 YouTube: The Real Jen Josey

In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations, we sit down with Alexander J. Brown, Managing Partner at Beacon Venture Partners, to pull back the curtain on what really drives smart venture capital investing.

With over a decade of experience in startups, strategy, and venture, Alex breaks down the mythologies that dominate the VC world — from celebrity founders to billion-dollar unicorn dreams — and shares how seasoned investors can cut through the noise to find truly scalable opportunities.

We also dive into:

• How Alex blends agile methodology (Scrum) into venture operations

• Why hands-on leadership matters in early-stage investing

• A real-life story of stepping in to lead a struggling portfolio company

• Tactical advice for founders seeking capital the right way

Whether you're raising your first round or deploying your tenth, this episode is a masterclass in strategic investing and entrepreneurial leadership.

📍 Connect with Alex:
📧 Alex@beaconventurepartners.com
🔗 LinkedIn
🔗 Scrum Alliance Profile
🔗 Beacon Venture Partners

In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations, host Loren Wernette welcomes Adam Williams, Founder and CEO of Elevest Capital, for an eye-opening conversation on strategic real estate investing in the multifamily sector.

Adam brings over 20 years of experience, having weathered market downturns and emerging stronger with a focus on value-driven leadership and crisis-era adaptability. He walks us through:

• Why multifamily is experiencing what he calls “the perfect storm”—and why that presents massive opportunity for investors

• How to vet a fund manager and protect your capital

• The importance of follow-up and consistency in long-term investing success

• Why real estate isn’t a “get-rich-quick” play—it’s a “get-wealthy-for-sure” blueprint

• His personal story of the 2007 crash and how it completely changed his investment philosophy

🔗 Watch Adam's Perfect Storm breakdown on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pO7J2NF2_8o

Whether you're a passive investor, aspiring syndicator, or seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is packed with practical wisdom on building sustainable wealth in turbulent times.

Guest Contact Info:
🌐 Website: https://elevestcapital.com
📸 Instagram: @awinvests
🔗 LinkedIn: Adam Williams
🐦 X (Twitter): @aw_invests
📱 TikTok: @awinvests
▶️ YouTube: Adam Williams Invests

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Brick by Brick, Loren sits down with Pam Fisher — a powerhouse in the world of manufactured homes and creative real estate deals. With a background as an ER nurse turned full-time investor and founder of both FPR-Fisher Properties & Rentals and VH-Vision Homes, Pam shares how she found her niche in “wobbly boxes” and why now is always the best time to start.

Tune in to hear her unique perspective on persistence, negotiation, creative financing, and what it means to help others realize their own potential through real estate.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Pam transitioned from healthcare to real estate

• The overlooked opportunity in manufactured homes and parks

• Tips for finding your niche in real estate investing

• The value of persistence and creative deal-making

• How VH-Vision Homes is helping investors and families alike

Connect with Pam Fisher:
📍 Facebook: Pam Fisher Personal | VH-Vision Homes

📄 Show Notes:

In this powerhouse episode of Brick by Brick Wealth-Building Conversations, we sit down with John Hetherington—AI strategist, automation expert, and founder of We Deliver Your Vision—to unpack the exact systems business owners need to stay ahead and stay sane in the AI era.

We dive into:

• The AI Implementation Ladder—and where most businesses are getting stuck

• Why the risk of not using AI far outweighs the risk of using it wrong

• How to stay secure in a world of automated decision-making and data exposure

• Real talk on burnout: if you or your team are overwhelmed, here's your first step to reclaim your time

• The critical mindset shift from process chaos to profit-driving systems

With 25+ years of experience and 100s of companies served, John breaks down complex tech into practical, actionable steps to help you grow revenue, reclaim bandwidth, and future-proof your business.

📍 Connect with John Hetherington:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/johnhetherington1
Instagram: @thejohnhetherington
Upcoming Book: Why Technology Will Break Your Business

What happens when you walk away from a 17-year, six-figure corporate career with no safety net—and no plan B? In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations, I sit down with Jason Seward, host of Burning The Ships and co-founder of 608B Capital Funding, to talk about what it really takes to go all in.

Jason shares how he went from playing it safe in insurance sales to building a $10M+ real estate lending business in under two years. We dive into mindset shifts, the power of mentorship, and the real meaning behind the name "608B" (hint: it's got a backstory you'll want to borrow). Whether you're stuck in a W2 or scaling your empire, Jason’s story proves that it’s never too late to pivot—and win.

📌 Topics we cover:

• Leaving corporate life with nothing but conviction

• Raising capital in today’s market

• Building a brand with authenticity and grit

• How 608B Capital is scaling fast in the lending space

• The real cost—and reward—of betting on yourself

Follow Jason: linktr.ee/jasonseward

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If you're a real estate business owner looking to scale smarter, boost wholesale profits, and buy back your time, this episode is a must-listen. We sit down with Theresa Sage, founder of Get Sarah, a cutting-edge AI agent system built for real estate professionals, to talk about how AI-powered lead generation is transforming the game.

In this episode of Brick by Brick, you'll learn:

• How to use an AI agent to grow your real estate business and close more deals

• The backstory behind Get Sarah, the tool that’s helping agents increase profits and reduce burnout

• Theresa’s journey from childhood hustler to 7-figure entrepreneur

• Mindset shifts every business owner needs to scale sustainably

• Why personal development is the real engine behind consistent success

Whether you're flipping, wholesaling, or scaling a brokerage, Theresa drops real talk on using automation, strategy, and mindset to build your empire — brick by brick.

🔗 Resources Mentioned:
👉 Get Sarah – The AI agent designed to help real estate professionals close more leads and reclaim their time
👉 Follow Theresa on IG: @theresasageaz

In this episode of Brick by Brick, Loren sits down with Anton Zherelyev, the CEO of REI Lead Pros and a master of direct-to-owner lead generation. Based in Medellín, Colombia, Anton shares how he scaled his business to 7 figures by helping real estate investors crack the cold-calling code and build predictable lead pipelines.

Anton opens up about the $100K deal that changed everything—thanks to one smart decision (hint: it came from his wife). He drops gems on how to take massive action, why sitting on the sidelines is the biggest risk in today’s market, and how automation and AI are rewriting the playbook for real estate pros.

Whether you're a wholesaler, flipper, or just looking to grow your team with A+ talent through his new venture, Smart Hire Pros, this episode is packed with real-world takeaways.

📲 Follow Anton:
LinkedIn | Instagram
🔗 Learn more: REI Lead Pros | Smart Hire Pros