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REL Freedom Podcast

REL Freedom Podcast

By: Mike Swenson
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Helping people working in all areas of the real estate industry find financial freedom. Join us as we interview the top minds in the industry to see how they used real estate in all ways, shapes and forms to find their own financial freedom. Whether you're a real estate agent, a real estate investor, a real estate syndicator, or you have a business inside of real estate, we want to highlight how you're using it to build time and financial freedom. Want to be a guest on REL Freedom? Contact us at mike@relfreedom.com

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Episodes
  • Mike Cobb - The Overseas Escape Plan
    Feb 26 2026

    Mike Cobb, CEO of ECI Developments and author of How To Buy Your Home Overseas & Get It Right The First Time, explores what it really takes to live—and invest—abroad successfully. More than 25 years ago, Mike saw the gap between people dreaming about retiring on a beach and actually making it happen, so he set out to build thoughtfully planned communities across Latin America, including Belize, Nicaragua, and Panama. Since then, he’s helped thousands of expats, investors, and digital nomads turn “someday” into a concrete plan through practical education, on-the-ground Discovery Tours, and real-world development experience.

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    SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY
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    PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!
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    LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES
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    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT
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    32 mins
  • Ashley Romiti -The Smart Exit: 1031 Exchanges & DST Investing Explained
    Feb 19 2026

    Ashley Romiti serves as Founder and President of GCA1031, who specializes in helping long-term real estate investors navigate the often-overlooked side of investing: the exit. With nearly 15 years in commercial real estate underwriting and advisory, Ashley saw too many retiring landlords and business owners sitting on highly appreciated assets, facing management fatigue and major tax exposure—without fully understanding their options. She breaks down how 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) actually work, how to evaluate risk and income beyond headline returns, and how to transition from active ownership to passive income while preserving capital and deferring taxes. If you’re a seasoned investor thinking about selling, scaling back, or building a smarter long-term wealth plan, this conversation brings clarity to one of the most important (and misunderstood) decisions you’ll make.


    FOLLOW 👇
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    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584955381648#
    https://www.instagram.com/gca1031_1031dstinvesting/?__d=11%2F
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-romiti-dst/



    SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY
    ✅ http://relfreedom.tv

    GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!
    📈 http://investwithelite.com

    PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!
    💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com

    BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS
    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com

    LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES
    🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com

    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT
    💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint

    LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY
    🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com

    JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY
    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST
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    LET'S CONNECT
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    👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom
    🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

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    38 mins
  • Gil Vaisman - Turning Garages Into Gold
    Feb 12 2026

    Gil Vaisman is the founder and CEO of Go ADU Construction, a Los Angeles–based design-build firm redefining how homeowners approach Accessory Dwelling Units and garage conversions. With an unconventional background as a professional picture editor in Hollywood, Gil brings a storyteller’s attention to detail and clarity to an industry often plagued by confusion, surprise costs, and poor communication. Frustrated by the lack of transparency in construction, he set out to build what he calls the “Anti-Contractor”—a client-first, tech-enabled company that simplifies permitting, zoning, and engineering so homeowners can confidently turn ADUs into smart, long-term investments. Passionate about solving the housing shortage and creating real value for families, Gil shares practical insights on ADU development, urban housing, and building a values-driven business rooted in trust, innovation, and integrity.

    FOLLOW GIL 👇
    https://www.goadu.com/
    https://www.facebook.com/gil.vaisman.7
    https://www.youtube.com/@goaduconstruction
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilvaisman/
    https://www.instagram.com/goaduconstruction

    SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY
    ✅ http://relfreedom.tv

    GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!
    📈 http://investwithelite.com

    PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!
    💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com

    BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS
    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com

    LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES
    🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com

    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT
    💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint

    LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY
    🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com

    JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY
    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST
    🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
    🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...
    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...

    LET'S CONNECT
    👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13
    👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/
    👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom
    🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

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    29 mins
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