This week I sat down with my buddy Sam Primm, a powerhouse real estate investor out of St. Louis who flips over 300 houses a year, owns about $50 million in rentals, and has built one of the strongest personal brands in the industry. We talk about his entire journey—from buying his first couple rentals on the side while working a W2 job, to going all-in and scaling through consistency and smart partnerships.

Sam shares how joining masterminds changed the trajectory of his business, why he intentionally stayed in the Midwest, and how he built a team of 55 people (many of them lifelong friends) who rarely leave because they're allowed to grow wealth alongside him. We also break down flipping vs. rentals, why most investors quit too soon, and the two core skills every real estate investor must master: finding deals and finding money.

We also get into the social media side of things. Sam now racks up 30–35 million views a month across platforms, and we talk about how brand building is becoming a requirement for investors in 2025, not a luxury. His authenticity, consistency, and willingness to share the real side of the business have created massive opportunities—from deal flow to private money to a thriving coaching platform.

Sam is one of the good guys. He leads with value, he builds his community, and he's built systems that allow him to scale without sacrificing his life. If you want a blueprint for real, sustained growth in this business, start here.

//CONNECT WITH SAM
Instagram: @fastersamprimm
YouTube: @FasterFreedom

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This episode is a masterclass in why real estate matters far beyond the money, the units, or the portfolio size. Andrew Schlag has been open about the adversity he's faced—losing over $3 million, climbing out of debt, rebuilding from zero—and how those seasons completely shifted his definition of success.

At the core of his entire business is a simple belief: wealth should give you the freedom to serve more. Whether it's building homes and schools in other countries, supporting local charities, funding kids' meals, or helping new investors escape the rat race, Andrew's whole mission is about using real estate as a way to lift others up.

We talk about the habits that helped him rebuild, why gratitude is the secret multiplier in business, and how designing a life of purpose changes the way you invest forever. If you're an investor who believes success is about more than stacking doors—and that the highest calling in business is impact—this conversation will hit home.

Connect with Andrew:
Website: https://www.truka.com/
Instagram: @andrew.schlag
YouTube: @AndrewSchlag

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Most entrepreneurs say they want to sell their business someday… but the truth is, 80–90% of owners are completely unprepared for an exit. They don't have recurring revenue, they don't have systems, and the whole business depends on them showing up every day.

That's why I brought in my buddy Zac Jennings, who helps business owners turn chaotic operations into real, sellable assets. In this episode, we break down what makes a company sellable, what kills valuation, and how to prepare years before you ever think about selling.We get into the emotional side of it, the financial side, and the stuff nobody talks about—like what happens when your business isn't sellable and life forces your hand.

If you've ever wondered:
"Could I actually sell my company for real money?"
…this is the episode you need to watch.

//CONNECT WITH ZAC
Website: https://southernexits.com
LinkedIn: Zachary Jennings — https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-jennings

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Short-term rentals aren't just about cash flow — they're one of the most powerful tax strategies available to W-2 earners and entrepreneurs. In this episode, Lamè Kinikini breaks down how STRs can offset active income, create long-term wealth, and why most investors misunderstand the opportunity.

Lamè is the guy behind Elk Ridge Investments and one of the best operators I know in the short-term rental space. He's built a portfolio across 15 states and carved out a niche helping investors use STRs to reduce their tax liability, build equity, and buy properties the right way.

We talked about his family's immigrant story, the mindset he built from watching his grandfather chase the American dream, and how door-to-door sales unexpectedly launched him into real estate. Then we got deep into the STR tax loophole, cost segregation, depreciation, and how everyday W-2 earners use these investments to offset active income.

If you've ever wondered how the wealthy actually use tax strategy to get ahead — this episode will open your eyes.

//CONNECT WITH LAMÈ
Instagram: @lamekinikini

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Most investors only think about taxes once a year, but the biggest savings come from planning ahead. In this episode, I sit down with Kenner French, a tax strategist who's been using AI long before it became mainstream, to break down how entrepreneurs and real estate investors can use smarter tools to reduce taxes and protect their money.

We cover AI-powered tax modeling, defined benefit plans, risk strategies, cost segregation, and the simple moves most business owners overlook. If you want to keep more of what you earn and compound your wealth faster, this conversation will give you a clear roadmap.

//CONNECT WITH KENNER
Instagram: @r.kennerfrench
YouTube: @r.kennerfrench8102
Website: https://vastsolutionsgroup.com
Book: Modern Millions.ai
Book Site: https://modernmillions.ai

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00:00 – Why AI matters in tax planning
02:40 – Kenner's background and early AI work
04:55 – Who AI tax modeling is best for
07:28 – Forward-looking taxes vs. rear-view taxes
09:10 – Free bookkeeping tools powered by AI
11:32 – The most common tax mistakes entrepreneurs make
12:48 – The captive insurance strategy explained
15:23 – Defined benefit plans and how they save taxes
19:30 – Real estate strategies and cost segregation
25:00 – How smart tax planning compounds wealth

Learn how to take control of your money, create passive income, and actually retire early — from someone who's done it twice.

This week on The Legacy Podcast, I sit down with my longtime friend Chris Miles, founder of Money Ripples and host of the Money Ripples Podcast. Known as the Anti-Financial Advisor, Chris exposes the myths Wall Street doesn't want you to know — and breaks down how to escape the "save forever and hope it works" mindset that keeps most people broke.

// CONNECT WITH CHRIS
Website: https://moneyripples.com
Podcast: Money Ripples Podcast
Social: @moneyripples
Book: Work Optional: The Blueprint to Making Your Money Make a Difference https://www.amazon.com/Work-Optional-Blueprint-Wealthy-Difference-ebook/dp/B0FWN3C5WV

We talk about:
- Why "set it and forget it" investing doesn't work
- How Chris built (and rebuilt) financial freedom through passive income
- What most advisors won't tell you about 401(k)s, Roths, and "diversification"
- The truth about recession cycles and why multifamily real estate might be your safest play
- How to actually make your money work for you — starting now

If you want to stop gambling on Wall Street and start building real wealth through cash flow, this one's a must-listen.

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If you want to raise private money for real estate but don't know who to talk to, this episode will make it crystal clear.

I sit down with my buddy Chad Harris from Dayton, Ohio, who's built a portfolio of 80+ rental units without using a single bank. He shares exactly how he finds private lenders, how he builds trust, and the 3 investor avatars you should focus on if you want to raise money fast and safely.

Here's what we cover:
- How Chad turned ministry fundraising into a million-dollar capital-raising skill
- The 3 investor avatars most likely to fund your deals
- How to structure private loans "just like the bank"
- What lenders really want (and what they don't)
- How to raise $1M in 90 days through relationships and social media

If you've ever wondered who actually writes the checks for real estate deals, this episode will show you how to find them and build win-win partnerships.

//CONNECT WITH CHAD
TrueWealthInvestors.com

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0:00 Intro Chad Harris joins the Legacy Podcast
2:03 From missionary work to real estate investing
3:01 The turning point that led Chad to start buying rentals
4:21 Raising $1M for ministry and applying it to real estate
10:14 How to find private lenders
14:05 The 3 avatars for raising private money
21:40 Structuring deals "just like the bank"
30:28 Aligning offers with what investors really want
37:17 How to raise $1M in 90 days
44:16 Where to connect with Chad

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Most people think LinkedIn is just for job hunters or corporate recruiters — but they're missing one of the biggest opportunities for raising capital and building relationships with serious investors.

In this episode, I sit down with my buddy Anthony Simonie, founder of Found Money Partnerships, to break down how real estate investors and entrepreneurs can use LinkedIn to find high-net-worth connections, build trust, and raise private money — even from cold traffic.

//CONNECT WITH ANTHONY
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonysimonie
Instagram: @anthonysimonie
YouTube: ⁨@anthonysimonie1869⁩

We talk about how to:
- Optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract investors
- Turn cold outreach into real relationships
- Build trust faster by leveraging LinkedIn's credibility
- Create an organic funnel that moves investors from online to in person
- Stand out in a world flooded with AI and spam

If you've been sleeping on LinkedIn, this conversation will change how you see the platform.

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