The Real FI Podcast - Real Estate Investing to FI
The Real FI Podcast is all about helping people achieve financial independence by showcasing time-tested methods of generating cash flow and generational wealth. We bring you guest every week with a focus on Real Estate Investing. We discuss long-term rentals, short-term rentals, vacation rentals, flipping houses, wholesaling house, multifamily apartments and much more. Let's kick the 9 to 5!
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Episodes
96 episodes
Family, Flooring, and Financial Independence w/ Shawn McEnteer
In this episode of The Real FI Podcast, Shawn McEnteer shares his journey from househacking in New Jersey since 2015 to running a successful family flooring business. He details his strategic property investments, including transforming and ren...
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Episode 96
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1:05:37
From Big Tech to AirBnBs in the Smoky Mountains w/ Connor Cushman
In our insightful interview this week, Connor Cushman delves into his transition from a tech career at LinkedIn to becoming a flourishing real estate agent around Atlanta, Georgia. Connor shares his journey in real estate and discusses managing...
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Episode 95
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1:18:56
From Fixer-Upper Motels to RV Parks and Beyond w/ Jonathan Mueller
We are delighted to welcome back Jonathan Mueller, who first appeared on our show on Episode 33. Today, Jonathan dives into his latest exploits with his motel transformations and newly acquired RV park venture. Jonathan has turned once-troubled...
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Episode 94
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1:15:25
160 Doors and Family Wealth w/ Brea Burger
Brea Burger shares her journey of building a family real estate empire, growing from a handful of units to an impressive 160-unit portfolio in a very short period of time. Starting her investment journey in Pennsylvania, Brea expanded her portf...
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Episode 93
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59:02
Don't Work for Money, Work for Equity and Knowledge w/ Diego Corzo
Diego Corzo, a self-made millionaire by 29, shares his inspiring journey from an undocumented DREAMer to financial independence through real estate. Arriving in the United States from Peru at 9, he faced numerous obstacles, from being unable to...
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Episode 92
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1:03:10
Helicopter Blades to Real Estate Trades w/ Joe Roberts
Joe Roberts, a former Cobra attack helicopter pilot, transitioned from a Marine Corp career into real estate, aspiring for financial independence by 35. Having expanded from 2 to 23 properties within 20 months, he soon transitioned to land flip...
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Episode 91
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1:01:28
Creating a $2.5M Real Estate Portfolio in 6 Years w/ Matt Krueger
In our latest episode, we dive deep with Matt Krueger, who reached financial independence through savvy real estate investing. From humble beginnings in Iowa and working various jobs such as being a youth pastor to selling cell phones, Matt swi...
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Episode 90
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1:06:35
From Classroom to Cash Flow w/ Matt Cavanaugh
Matt Cavanaugh's journey from math teacher to real estate magnate is nothing short of inspiring. Transitioning from academia to B2B sales, and then venturing into investments, Matt dives deep into his focus on growing his real estate business f...
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Episode 89
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48:58
Soaring to Success w/ Joe Bird
In this episode, we interviewed Joe Bird, a real estate agent and investor with a unique path to financial independence. Joe shares how his family's rental properties, dating back to the 1940’s, set the stage for his success and ambitions. Tran...
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Episode 88
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1:03:18
Wrangling Multi-Family Profits w/ Justin “the Cashflow Cowboy” Wawrzyniak
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Justin "the Cashflow Cowboy" Wawrzyniak. He went from a 9-5 engineering job to a full-time multifamily investor at the age of 25. With 5 in his current portfolio comprising 32 units, and an additional ...
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Episode 87
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1:09:29
The Unconventional Investor w/ James Ledbetter
In this episode, we sit down with James Ledbetter, the unconventional investor who has built a diverse portfolio of real estate assets. James shares his journey from buying his first property in his 20s to managing a portfolio of single-family ...
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Episode 86
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1:26:01
Building a Multi-Family Track Record w/ Drew Breneman
Join us as we chat with Drew Breneman, a born entrepreneur who went from childhood ventures at the age of 14 into successful his current real estate syndication business. From Beanie Baby trading in high school to real estate investments using ...
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Episode 85
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1:14:55
The Industrial BRRRR Method w/ Thomas McCrossin
Discover Thomas McCrossin's remarkable journey from duplex investor to managing a 425,000 square foot industrial real estate portfolio. With daring investments, strategic acquisitions, and an unyielding goal of 5 million square feet in 5 years,...
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Episode 84
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1:04:07
How Professionals Manage Taxes in Real Estate w/ Thomas Castelli
Discover how to fast-track financial independence through real estate with CPA, Thomas Castelli. In our conversation with Thomas, we uncover the power of passive activity losses, depreciation strategies, applying real estate professional status...
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Episode 83
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1:14:14
Find Off Market Deals with DealMachine (Link in Show Notes) w/ James and Patrick
Don’t forget to register for our exclusive LIVE Driving For Dollars Masterclass with DealMachine. REGISTER NOWEven if you can’t make it live, registe...
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Episode 82
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1:25
Building a $16M Vacation Rental Empire w/ Josiah Smelser
Join us as we sit down with Josiah Smelser, a seasoned real estate expert hailing from Florence, Alabama. With an eye for opportunity, Josiah ventured from a corporate Big 4 accounting job to appraisals and real estate brokering. Discover his j...
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Episode 81
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59:28
The “One Rental A Year” Strategy w/ Tom McGreevy
Today's guest, Tom McGreevy, is a high school principal who ventured into the real estate market as a side hustle over 15 years ago. Since starting on the real estate investor path, Tom has acquired 13 long-term rentals (LTRs) and 2 short-term ...
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Episode 80
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1:00:39
Insane Cash Flow with Section 8 Rentals w/ Jeff Higgins
On this week’s episode, our guest, Jeff Higgins, takes us on a journey through his remarkable business and investment ventures. Starting in 2005, Jeff has built his portfolio up to nearly 90 units across Massachusets and Florida. In our convers...
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Episode 79
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57:58
The Mindset and Psychology for Success w/ Rod Khleif
In this thought-provoking episode, we engage in a transformative conversation with Rod Khleif, a seasoned investor who has experienced immense success and setbacks, which he aptly calls “seminars”. Rod emphasizes the significance of mindset and...
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Episode 78
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1:01:57
Livin’ the American Dream w/ Dan Saravia
In this episode, we chat with Dan Saravia, an immigrant from El Salvador who achieved financial independence through real estate investing. With a total of eight properties, including his primary residence, Dan shares his inspiring journey of s...
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Episode 77
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1:10:21
“Avoid the Log Cabin” w/ Rich Bregenzer
Our guest, Rich Bregenzer, shares his inspiring journey from construction worker to successful business owner and real estate investor. WIth the help of his wife, Rich was able to build Stella Electric into a powerhouse contracting business in ...
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Episode 76
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1:18:41
FIRED to $25,000/month w/ Mindy Templeton
On today’s podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Mindy Templeton. Mindy is a Kansas City-based entrepreneur who has made significant strides in the world of business and investments. Before getting started in real estate, Mindy spent 15 year...
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Episode 75
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1:06:25
Get Your Money Right w/ Emily & James Lowery
In this podcast episode, our guests Emily and James Lowery share their journey to financial independence through real estate investments. They discuss their background, including James' previous job as a manager at a PT clinic and Emily's caree...
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Episode 74
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1:02:52
When to Walk from a Deal w/ Coty Dolan
In this episode of the podcast, we feature Coty Dolan. Coty shares his journey in the real estate investment industry, focusing on value-add properties in Texas and Florida. Starting in hospitality, Coty discovered his passion for real estate a...
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Episode 73
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1:01:36
It Only Takes a Few Deals to Reach FI w/ Catie Lawrence
In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Catie Lawrence, a real estate investor and businesswoman based in Colorado. Catie shares her journey towards financial independence and the projects she's currently working on. She started in 2...
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