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You're Listening to REIA Radio!! Our hosts Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner interview some of the best Real Estate Investors and break down their investments in the Omaha metro area both large and small. We get a sneak peak into how these investors create wealth as they share their vast knowledge and experiences, as well as tips and tricks on how to navigate the industry successfully. If you are here to learn from local investors and skip all the BS you are in the right place. Stay tuned and be sure to join the 1000’s of others that have joined REIARadio.com
Episodes
268 episodes
#232: From Family to Fortune: A Real Estate Journey with Elijah Erdei
Elijah Erdei’s journey into real estate didn’t start in a boardroom — it started with a paintbrush in hand at age six. In this episode, he shares how growing up in a 12-sibling household and helping on his parents’ rentals laid the foundation f...
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Episode 232
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1:22:45
#231: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this episode of the Real Estate Rundown, Owen and Ted dive into the real-life chaos that comes with investing—no fluff, just the raw stuff. From navigating Airbnb guest horror stories (including emotional support animals that wrecked the pla...
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Episode 231
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17:30
#230: Jeff Hurst, CEO of Furnished Finder, on Defining Success Beyond Comparison
In this conversation, Jeff discusses his journey to becoming the CEO of Furnished Finder, emphasizing the importance of defining success on one's own terms. He shares insights on the challenges of property management, the evolution of rental mo...
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Episode 230
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1:09:07
#229: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this episode of the Real Estate Rundown, Owen and Ted unpack their current real estate challenges—from house hunting drama to navigating tight financial decisions. They break down the complexities of 1031 exchanges, explore ta...
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Episode 229
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35:13
#228: Lessons in Strategy, Storage, and Staying Connected with Andrew Devlin
In Episode 228, Ted and Owen sit down with investor Andrew Devlin for a no-fluff conversation about the power of showing up and building the right relationships. They dig into Andrew’s journey through real estate investing—from early struggles ...
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Episode 228
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1:29:20
#227: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this episode of The Real Estate Rundown, Owen and Ted share behind-the-scenes highlights from Fernando Angelucci’s recent visit to Omaha REIA. From ginger ales disguised as cocktails to real talk about self-storage, the guys dig into what ma...
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Episode 227
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17:37
#226: AI's Role in Modern Property Management with Andy Kouri
In Episode 226 of REIA Radio, we sit down with Andy Kouri for a raw and honest look at what it takes to scale a real estate empire without losing your mind—or your values. From growing up in a family of landlords to leading one of the fastest-s...
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Episode 226
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1:39:04
#225: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this episode of REIA Radio – Real Estate Rundown, the crew chops it up on personal growth, business breakthroughs, and the power of goal setting. Denlis shares how a health scare lit a fire under him—leading to a cycling comeback an...
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Episode 225
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37:04
#224: Unlocking Success: The Consultant's Journey with Kirk Jaffe
In this conversation, the speakers explore the journey of a successful consultant who transitioned from a chef to a business consultant. They discuss the importance of networking, financial literacy, and adapting to market changes. The conversa...
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Episode 224
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1:28:09
#223: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this week’s episode of The Real Estate Rundown with Owen & Ted, things get real — and not just in real estate. Owen opens up about navigating the emotional rollercoaster of house hunting for his own family (spoiler: it’s way har...
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Episode 223
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22:36
#222: Living "No Bad Days": The Jeff Holst Story of Triumph, Travel, and Real Estate Success
This episode features a replay of a past REIA Live event with Jeff Holst — a former attorney turned real estate investor who’s built a massive portfolio of over 350 residential units and multiple commercial properties. But Jeff’s success wasn’t...
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Episode 222
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1:07:25
#221: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen & Ted
In this episode of The Real Estate Rundown, Owen Dashner and Ted Kaasch kick back and chat about everything from epic family vacations to unsexy but essential business habits. You’ll hear hilarious travel stories (including altitude si...
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Episode 221
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20:56
#220: Breaking the DIY Mindset: Andy Schock on Valuing Time & Scaling Smart
In this episode of REIA Radio, Andy Schock joins Owen and Ted for a raw, insightful, and often hilarious look at what it really takes to build a thriving real estate business without sacrificing your sanity—or your privacy. A self-proclaimed hi...
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Episode 220
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1:22:15
#219: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this episode of REIA Radio, Ted and Owen recap their wild week at the REI Summit—from awkward rickshaw rides and ranch-related humiliation to game-changing insights from high-level investors. They unpack the best breakout sessions, including...
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Episode 219
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21:29
#218: From Million-Dollar Flip to Multifamily: Nikki Klugh’s Investing Evolution
In Episode 218 of REIA Radio, we dive into the story of Nikki Klugh—a powerhouse interior designer, military spouse, investor, and community builder. From humble beginnings in Houston to becoming a finalist for San Diego Woman of the Year, Nikk...
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Episode 218
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1:40:06
#217: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this week’s REIA Radio Rundown, Ted and Owen get real about one of the most brutal realities in real estate: contractors who don’t finish what they start. From broken promises and busted timelines to blue tape nightmares and punch list purga...
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Episode 217
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31:34
#216: How Tarl Yarber Made Networking Work for His Real Estate Career
In this raw and wide-ranging episode, we sit down with Tarl Yarber — real estate investor, strategic networker, and co-founder of the Limitless Expo — to talk about the grind, the ego traps, and the wake-up calls that come from chasing "success...
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Episode 216
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1:25:38
#215: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this episode of The Real Estate Rundown, Owen and Ted dive into the gritty details of a 12-unit (formerly 15-unit) multifamily deal that didn’t make the cut—but left behind a whole lot of insight. From water intrusion headaches and ...
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Episode 215
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29:08
#214: Building Empires, Surviving Hell: The Real Estate Life of Jerry Banks
In this jaw-dropping episode of REIA Radio, we sit down with Jerry Banks—real estate investor, entrepreneur, and author of "Eat Sh*t and Smile"—for one of the most unforgettable interviews we’ve ever recorded.From escaping Vietn...
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Episode 214
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1:14:23
#213: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this week’s Real Estate Rundown, Owen Dashner and Ted Kaasch serve up one of their rawest, most relatable episodes yet. From Airbnb headaches and POA deals gone sideways, to hilarious law school graduation stories and shoutouts to local lege...
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Episode 213
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30:07
#212: Jordan Downey on Real Estate, Taxes, and Business Value
In this episode of REIA Radio, we dive into the unconventional journey of Jordan Downey—from bagging ice at his family’s plant and managing 10,000 hogs a day at Hormel, to becoming a CPA, tax firm partner, and savvy real estate investor. Jordan...
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Episode 212
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1:43:01
#211: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
This week on the REIA Radio Real Estate Rundown, Owen Dashner and Ted Kaasch get real about mindset shifts, personal growth, and what it takes to level up—both in business and in life. From burning the boats to battling imposter syndro...
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Episode 211
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#210: Trading 10-Hour Days for 10% Returns: Abe Garcia’s Real Estate Strategy
In this episode of REIA Radio, we sit down with Abe Garcia—a former auto industry veteran turned real estate agent and investor—to hear how he made the leap from selling cars to selling homes… and ultimately stacking up his first two deals thro...
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Episode 210
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1:39:33
#209: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
In this Real Estate Rundown episode, Owen and Ted get real about the ups, downs, and hilarity that come with being a full-time investor. From holding a full-grown kid Simba-style at a Supernovas game to reliving a trainwreck of a flip that neve...
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Episode 209
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26:46
#208: When Scaling Back Pays More: Terry Shanahan’s Real Estate Reality Check
Terry Shanahan is back on REIA Radio—and this time, we’re not just celebrating growth. After amassing over 200 doors in under three years, Terry opens up about what happens after you hit your goals. Spoiler: it's not all mailbox money an...
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Episode 208
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2:00:47
