In this wild Real Estate Rundown, Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner dive into the unpredictable world of real estate — and life. Between Ted’s Doberman swallowing a metal grill brush (yes, really) and Owen’s six-figure boiler replacement saga, this episode hits every note from chaos to comedy.

They share the hidden costs of major repairs, lessons from managing large multifamily buildings, and the headaches that come with insurance deadlines, tenants, and surprise squatters. It’s real, raw, and ridiculous — exactly what makes real estate investing so entertaining (and stressful).

The conversation wraps with a sneak peek into next week’s episode featuring Jennifer Newby, a Queens-born DIY powerhouse who built her first home from the ground up using YouTube and grit, proving anyone can build wealth with the right mindset and hustle.

Key Takeaways

• How unexpected home repairs can spiral fast — and what to plan for.
• Navigating insurance timelines when replacing major systems like boilers.
• The reality of managing squatters and deferred maintenance.
• Why mindset matters when everything seems to go wrong.
• A preview of Jennifer Newby’s self-made real estate journey.

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In this powerful episode, Ian Ziegler opens up about his journey through unexpected health battles and how they reshaped his outlook on life and business. From tenant retention and portfolio management to the importance of having multiple exit strategies, Ian dives deep into the realities of real estate investing that most people overlook.

He shares hard-earned lessons from commercial real estate, the value of adaptability in a shifting market, and how personal experiences influence the way he leads and invests. Ian also reflects on redefining success—not by money or units owned, but by purpose—and how failure can become one of the best teachers in life and business.

🎧 Listen now for an honest and inspiring look at resilience, purpose, and the mindset it takes to build something that lasts.

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In this episode of REIA Radio, hosts Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner sit down with David Pickron—real estate investor, licensed private investigator, and CEO of Rent Perfect—to talk about the side of real estate most landlords don’t like to discuss: evictions, screening tenants, and the tough lessons that come with managing rentals.

David shares his journey from serving eviction notices in college to building one of the nation’s top investigative screening companies. He reveals what most landlords get wrong about background checks, how to legally and fairly screen applicants, and why your rental criteria might be the most powerful document in your business.

This episode is equal parts education, tough love, and humor—packed with strategies to help every landlord level up their game and protect their portfolio.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite platform and learn how to screen smarter, invest wiser, and build lasting tenant relationships.
👉 Check out RentPerfect.com or email info@rentperfect.com for a free sample rental criteria template.

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In this episode of The Real Estate Rundown, Ted and Owen swap war stories about the glamorous (and not-so-glamorous) side of real estate investing and property management — especially when it comes to Airbnb rentals.

From last-minute furnace replacements and carbon monoxide scares to guests getting locked out because of rogue brass knobs, this episode is a full-on masterclass in “what could go wrong will go wrong.” Along the way, Ted shares a huge shoutout to a local plumber who went above and beyond, and Owen reminds everyone that great service still wins in this business.

They also tease an upcoming episode with real estate investor and military vet Ian Ziegler, whose redemption story and life lessons hit home for both hosts. Whether you’re managing your own properties or hiring it out, this episode will have you laughing, nodding, and maybe double-checking your CO detectors.

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In this episode of REIA Radio, hosts Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner dive into their recent adventures at two major real estate events — the National REIA Owners Conference and BP Con in Las Vegas.

Ted shares behind-the-scenes stories from meeting national speaker David Pickron and reveals how REIA groups nationwide are evolving. Owen breaks down his top takeaways from Chris Voss, including three negotiation “Golden Nuggets” that can change the way you approach deals, investors, and even everyday conversations.

From late-night networking in New Orleans to high-level investment insights from industry pros like Brian Burke, this episode delivers a mix of humor, hard truths, and practical strategies you can use right now.

🎧 Listen now to hear how the guys are applying these lessons to grow Omaha REIA, elevate their businesses, and keep the real estate game real.

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In this episode of REIA Radio, hosts Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner sit down with John Uhrich, an entrepreneur whose story goes from selling tickets on a street corner to running a multimillion-dollar online ticket business — and later building a 65-door real estate portfolio… almost by accident.

John shares how he built his career from pure hustle, working the corner at Husker games, surviving industry shifts from in-person to online, and even enduring the complete collapse of the ticket market during COVID. He talks about rebuilding stronger than ever, employing 40+ people, and how he transitioned into real estate as a tax strategy that became something much bigger.

This episode dives deep into mindset, adaptation, risk, and the long game of entrepreneurship — with lessons any investor, business owner, or dreamer can take to heart.

🎧 Listen now and get inspired by John’s story of resilience and reinvention.
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In this week’s episode of Real Estate Rundown, hosts Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner sit down for a no-fluff conversation about what’s really happening in today’s real estate world.

From Fed rate cuts to mortgage realities, Ted and Owen break down how market headlines often miss the mark — and what investors should actually pay attention to. They dig into SBA loan options, current deal negotiations, and even the ethics behind transitioning multifamily buildings into nonprofit housing.

As always, the guys mix in some humor, real-world experience, and a few “don’t-try-this-at-home” stories — like Ted’s car-wash purchase hunt and Owen’s LOI showdown.

💡 Golden Nugget:
Learn why the Fed funds rate isn’t the same thing as the mortgage rate, and how understanding the difference can keep you from making bad investing assumptions.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts — and don’t miss next week’s episode featuring special guest John Uhrich, a business owner who turned ticket-sales profits into real-estate wealth.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
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Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
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In this episode of REIA Radio, we sit down with Liz Buonincontri—known to many as Liz Bono—to hear her incredible journey from the corporate world to real estate freedom. Liz shares how she left a Big Four consulting career to build a portfolio of rentals, short-term rentals, and boutique hotels—all while raising a young family.

She opens up about the challenges of her first deals, including literally falling through a subfloor on her very first BRRRR property, and how she and her husband navigated risk, financing, and scaling into commercial assets. Liz also talks about balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, the value of diversification, and why creating unique experiences for tenants and guests has been her secret weapon.

If you’re looking for inspiration to take the leap into real estate—or motivation to keep scaling your portfolio—this episode is for you.

👉 Tune in now and subscribe to REIA Radio so you never miss an episode filled with real-world stories and insights from investors nationwide.

📲 Connect with Liz: @LizAndTomInvest

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
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www.reiquicktips.com
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