
Game of Loans
Welcome to Game of Loans, where fortunes are forged, and empires are built. Whether you’re looking to break into real estate investing or dreaming of making millions but don’t know where to start, this is your go-to resource for raw, unfiltered insights. Join hosts Steve Afra, Ras Abdelrasul, and Dustin Ring—two private money lenders who’ve built an 8-figure empire and a wholesaler who went from broke to millionaire in just five years—as they break down the latest real estate market trends, share strategies for building wealth, and offer insider tips from their own journeys of success and failure. Expect expert guests, bold opinions, a bit of crude humor, and no shortage of real-world advice to help you navigate the complex world of real estate. Tune in for weekly episodes and subscribe to learn how to play—and win—the Game of Loans.
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Game of Loans
Game of Loans Ep19 – Real Estate Wisdom from Decades in the Game
In Episode 19 of Game of Loans, hosts and private money lenders Steve Afra and Melissa Barone draw from over five decades of combined experience to share what truly separates successful real estate professionals from the rest.
They break down the mindset shifts, strategic moves, and hard-earned lessons that only come from years in the trenches—from avoiding overleveraged deals to spotting the silent warning signs most rookies miss.
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