Most people believe the path to financial peace is to pay off all their debt as quickly as possible. But what if that plan is actually slowing you down or even setting you up for disappointment?

In this episode of Residential Real Estate Tuesdays, I share the story of Jim, who followed a traditional “debt-free” plan—only to find himself house-rich but lifestyle-poor in retirement. Then we contrast his story with Sarah, who took the opposite approach: she used strategic debt to buy rental properties and built a lifestyle of freedom and cash flow long before retirement.

You’ll learn why focusing on monthly income—not eliminating every loan—is the real key to financial independence, and how to calculate exactly how many rentals you need to hit your number.

💬 “Being debt-free feels nice—but having cash flow feels free. And freedom is the goal.”

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In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Thursdays, we dive into one of the most critical (and often overlooked) aspects of success in commercial investing: your partnerships.

Whether you're joining a syndication, starting a JV, or building a sponsor team, who you partner with can either accelerate your success or become your biggest regret. We walk you through the key questions, red flags, and alignment checkpoints to vet potential partners, and share personal stories of what went right—and wrong—in our own experiences.

🤝 “The deal is only as good as the people behind it. Vet the jockey as much as the horse.”

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You’re not meant to do real estate alone. In this episode of Residential Real Estate Tuesdays, we reveal the essential members of a high-performing real estate investing team—and how they saved me from losing a six-figure profit when a seller tried to back out of a Subject To deal.

From my hard money lender who swooped in within 48 hours, to the title officer who gave me a critical heads-up, the story shows how the right team can protect you, save you from disaster, and help you scale faster than you ever could alone.

We break down the offense and defense structure of a powerful investing team, your role as “head coach,” and how to recruit each position with confidence. If you’re building your real estate business and want to avoid burnout and bad deals—this episode is for you.

🧠 “You’re the head coach. Your team will win—or lose—based on who you recruit and how you lead.”

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In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Thursdays, we break down all the major commercial real estate asset classes—from multifamily and industrial to office, retail, and self-storage. You'll learn the unique pros and cons of each, and how to match the right asset class with your investing goals, risk tolerance, and lifestyle.

We also explore how today’s economic environment—interest rates, inflation, demographic shifts, and remote work trends—are influencing each asset type. Whether you're looking to invest actively or passively, this episode gives you the strategic insight to make smart decisions in a dynamic market.

🧠 “Each asset class tells a story—but only one of them should match your chapter.”

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In this episode of Residential Real Estate Tuesdays, we break down one of the most important—and most frustrating—parts of real estate investing: finding the deal.

You’ll hear the story of Edmund, a new investor who was spinning his wheels on the MLS... until I showed him a better way. Within one week, he landed a $26,000 deal from a warm contact—just one of a dozen he closed that year.

We walk through the five most effective deal-finding strategies that my top investors use today, plus the exact scripts, tools, and tips that give you the edge over the competition. Whether you're introverted, extroverted, low on funds, or short on time, there’s a strategy that fits you.

💬 “Finding a deal is the first step toward building financial freedom. But if you’re looking on the MLS, you’re already behind.”

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In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Thursdays, we dive deep into everything you need to know to evaluate a commercial real estate deal. Whether you're considering a 20-unit property or a 200-unit syndication, understanding the fundamentals of deal analysis is non-negotiable.

We break down the metrics that matter, walk through real-world underwriting examples, and share our personal process for identifying whether a deal is worth pursuing—or walking away from.

If you’ve ever looked at a multifamily offering memorandum or investment summary and thought, “Where do I start?”—this episode is for you.

📊 “Numbers don’t lie—but if you don’t know what to look for, they can definitely mislead you.”

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In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Thursdays, Beckie and I break down the 7 powerful reasons why multifamily real estate is the perfect investment in today’s market. From rising rents to tax benefits, scalable income to hedge-against-inflation advantages—this asset class continues to stand strong in a shifting economy.

We’ll show you why savvy investors are doubling down on multifamily in 2025, and why this may be your gold rush moment. Whether you’re new to commercial real estate or leveling up from residential, this episode lays out exactly why now is the time to act.

🧠 “Multifamily is not just surviving—it’s thriving. This is how ordinary people are building extraordinary freedom.”

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In this inspiring episode of Commercial Real Estate Thursdays, we’re joined by Nick Stromwall, part owner of over $2.5 billion in multifamily assets through Rise48. Nick reveals how seemingly tiny tweaks—a small rent increase or modest cost reduction—can translate into millions in equity in commercial real estate.

He breaks down the math behind forced appreciation, how professional operators boost value, and how discipline and data drive big success. We also go deep on work-life balance, and how Nick manages his time and family while overseeing such a massive portfolio.

💬 “You don’t need to flip 1,000 houses—sometimes a $25 rent bump on 300 units is the million-dollar move.” – Nick Stromwall

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