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MB492: Raising $50M in 2 Years: Capital Raising Blueprint – With Jeremy Dyer

mara@themichaelblank.com — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:34:39 -0400

Show Notes

Most people raising capital are doing it completely wrong. They focus on flashy decks, mass emails, and trying to “look big”—but investors can smell the inauthenticity from a mile away.

Jeremy Dyer took a different approach. He raised $50M in under 2 years by leading with trust, transparency, and one-on-one conversations—all while holding down a full-time tech sales job and raising four kids.

In this episode, Michael Blank uncovers the real strategies behind Jeremy’s rise from passive investor to powerhouse capital raiser. You’ll learn how he built a loyal investor base, scaled legally with fund-to-fund models, and is now buying deals at massive discounts while others sit on the sidelines. If you think capital raising is about money—it’s not. It’s about people.

Key Takeaways

Why LP Experience Makes You a Better Syndicator

Jeremy invested in over 40 syndications before ever raising a dollar.
Seeing wins and losses helped him understand what real investors care about.
He built empathy—and that changed everything.

Capital Raising is Human, Not Corporate

His $50M didn’t come from ads—it came from deep personal conversations.
Jeremy rebranded himself organically, one investor at a time.
Sales background helped, but being authentic mattered more.

How to Stand Out in a Sea of Noise

He personally checks in with 20 investors every week.
Following up on personal details (like a kid’s birthday) beats “just checking in” emails.
Raising capital is about trust—not timing.

The Right Way to Raise Capital for Others

Jeremy uses fund-to-fund structures to stay compliant.
He partners with operators without muddying incentives.
Leveraging someone else’s backend frees him to focus on investors.

Why Now Is a Massive Buying Opportunity

Jeremy’s acquiring deals at 30–40% below peak pricing.
Distressed sellers and rising absorption = market bottom approaching.
He’s not scared—he’s scaling.

Connect with Jeremy

https://www.startingpointcapital.com/

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Resources

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MB491: How to Scale Without Hustling Harder: In-House Teams, Smarter Capital, and Fast Execution—With Kent Ritter

MB Digital Team — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:56:59 -0400

Show Notes

Think you need 10 years of house flipping before you can go big in real estate? In this episode, Michael Blank sits down with Kent Ritter—Founder of Hudson Investing and host of Ritter on Real Estate—who scaled from solo operator to managing 2,000+ units and leading his own in-house property management firm. He didn’t wait for permission. He didn’t grind for a decade. He built systems, teams, and a killer culture that made scale inevitable.

They unpack how he made the leap from flipping houses to running a real syndication business, and why skipping the “single-family hustle” may be the smartest move you can make. If you’re tired of thinking small, this episode will wake you up.

Key Takeaways

Why Single-Family Strategies Keep You Stuck

Flipping and landlording create income—but not freedom.
Most “passive” single-family models are just high-paying jobs in disguise.
You don’t need 10 years of grinding to go multifamily—you need a mindset shift.

How to Build a Real Business (Not Just Do More Deals)

Learn why Kent’s first plateau happened—and how he broke through it with the right partner.
Discover how he scaled from 7 to 30 team members overnight by bringing property management in-house.
Building culture and hiring to core values was Kent’s unfair advantage—here’s how to do it right.

The Hidden Challenge of Raising Capital

Why your friends and family won’t take you seriously at first—and what to do instead.
The #1 perception you must change to consistently raise from private investors.
You don’t need to know everyone—you just need to earn trust and prove expertise.

Public-Private Partnerships: The Future of Development?

How Hudson Investing makes new construction deals pencil in 2025 and beyond.
Why cities are partnering with operators—and how that benefits your returns.
The real risk difference between building new vs. buying value-add.

Why the Midwest Is Still Winning

Kent breaks down why Midwest markets like Indianapolis and Fort Wayne are outperforming.
Supply constraints = stronger rent growth and less risk—here’s where to look.
Why Midwest deals may be boring… but boring works.

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https://www.kentritter.com

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MB490: $300M Investor’s 10 Rules to Get Your Money Right – With Michael Blank

MB Digital Team — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:38:31 -0400

Show Notes

Most people are playing the wrong money game—trading time for income, saving their way to retirement, and hoping it adds up by 65. In this episode, $300M multifamily investor Michael Blank shares the 10 money rules that helped him escape the rat race and build scalable, passive wealth through real estate. You’ll learn why flipping houses, single-family rentals, and even high-paying jobs won’t get you free—and what to focus on instead. If you’re serious about using multifamily to take control of your time and income, these rules will reset how you think about money forever.

Key Takeaways

Michael’s 10 Rules to Get Your Money Right, plus:

What’s Really Broken About Retirement (and How to Fix It)

Why the “work till you're 65” model no longer works
How to reframe freedom so it actually feels fulfilling
What to focus on instead of sitting on a beach forever

The Math Behind Why You’re Still Stuck

How traditional saving and investing keeps you locked in the rat race
What most six-figure earners misunderstand about wealth
A smarter way to create income that doesn’t depend on your time

How Most Real Estate Strategies Still Trap You

Why flipping and single-family homes rarely lead to freedom
The real reason those deals feel like progress—but aren’t
The asset class that scales income and time

One Number That Changes Everything

How to figure out the income you need to quit your job
Why your “rat race number” is more powerful than your net worth
How lowering it can make freedom come faster than you think

How to Build Wealth Without Using Your Own Money

The one mindset shift that unlocks serious scale
How first-time investors raise $500K+—even with no experience
What kind of partnerships make it possible (and how to find them)

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MB489: Keep More. Pay Less. Scale Faster. How Smart Investors Save Six Figures on Taxes with Cost Segregation – With Sean Graham

MB Digital Team — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 08:30:45 -0400

Show Notes

If you’re serious about building wealth through real estate, you can’t afford to ignore the tax side. In this episode, CPA and active investor Sean Graham breaks down how cost segregation and bonus depreciation can save you (and your investors) tens or even hundreds of thousands in taxes—without changing your investment strategy. We cover how to use cost seg the right way, why most CPAs are doing it wrong, and what high earners need to know about the latest tax bill that could bring back 100% bonus depreciation. Whether you're a GP looking to raise smarter or an LP trying to boost after-tax returns, this episode is non-negotiable.

Key Takeaways

What Cost Segregation Actually Does for You

Reclassifies components of a property to accelerate depreciation over 5–15 years instead of 27.5 or 39.
Allows investors to take massive deductions in year one—sometimes more than the cash they put into the deal.
Creates phantom losses on K-1s that can offset other passive income or gains.

Bonus Depreciation: What It Is, and Why It Matters

100% bonus depreciation (introduced in 2017) allows investors to deduct qualifying property in year one.
It's phased down since 2023 but may return under new legislation.
Huge benefit for both LPs and GPs—particularly when paired with proper tax strategy.

Using Cost Seg to Raise Capital More Effectively

Smart GPs use depreciation estimates during the raise to attract savvy investors.
Many LPs care more about the tax benefits than the projected cash flow.
For deals over $1M, cost seg should be factored into your underwriting and pitch.

The “Look-Back” Strategy for Missed Depreciation

Allows owners to retroactively apply cost segregation—even years after purchase.
No need to amend prior tax returns; benefits can be taken in the current year.
Especially powerful when strategic timing aligns with real estate professional status.

Avoiding Common CPA Mistakes

Many CPAs aren’t familiar with real estate—leading to missed deductions and bad advice.
Make sure your tax pro understands real estate-specific strategies like bonus depreciation, short-term rental loopholes, and REPS.
Ask the right questions: Do they know how to handle depreciation recapture? Real estate professional status? IRA investing?

How to Work with a Cost Segregation Firm the Right Way

Involve a cost seg firm early—before closing—so you can plan ahead and market benefits to investors.
Studies typically cost $5K–$10K, but often result in six-figure tax savings.
Smaller properties can use a “condensed engineering study” for reduced fees without sacrificing IRS compliance.

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MavenCostSeg.com/Blank

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How AI Can Help You Buy Your First Apartment Building

Michael Blank — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:28:36 -0400

How AI Can Help You Buy Your First Apartment Building

September 9, 2025

AI tools like ChatGPT can help you pick a market, analyze deals, and even prepare to raise capital—all tasks that once took weeks or months.

For years, breaking into apartment investing felt overwhelming. Beginners got stuck researching, calling brokers, and trying to figure out complicated spreadsheets, often giving up before buying their first property. I know because I’ve been there, and I’ve helped others through the same roadblocks. What once required conferences, long nights of study, and expensive coaching can now be accelerated with smart AI prompts.

In this article, I’ll show you how AI can help you move from “interested in apartments” to preparing for your first multifamily syndication in as little as 90 days. We’ll cover the three pillars of the process: laying the foundation, building your network, and getting real deal flow.

Build Your Foundation with Education and Strategy

Before diving into deals, you need a strong foundation. AI can give you a shortcut here, turning months of research into clear next steps in minutes. By asking the right prompts, you’ll get personalized action items that help you focus on the essentials. Here’s an example of an effective (yet simple) prompt you could use:

“Help me prepare to syndicate my first multifamily property in the U.S.

Start by listing 5 key differences between multifamily and single-family.
Tell me the five most important steps of the syndication process.
Then using those steps, give me an action-item list of the things I need to do starting right now through 30 days.”

Your first 30 days should look something like this:

Read one book on multifamily syndication.
Attend one training or webinar to get exposure.
Write your investment thesis with AI’s guidance.

Build Your Team and Investor Network Early

Real estate syndication is a team sport. You cannot do it alone. AI helps by organizing your networking strategy and even drafting messages or investor updates.

Your team typically includes an attorney, a property manager, and a mortgage broker. Instead of guessing how to find them, you can ask ChatGPT for outreach templates and interview questions. This saves time and ensures you start conversations with confidence.

At the same time, you need to build your investor network. Most new syndicators make the mistake of waiting until they have a deal. Start now. Use AI to help you:

Draft your personal story as an investor.
Create a simple spreadsheet to track contacts.
Plan 5–10 calls with friends, colleagues, or family.
Write a LinkedIn post or landing page to attract interest.

By the end of 60 days, you should have a small but growing database of people who know your goals. That database is your lifeline when you start raising capital. With your foundation set and network growing, it’s time to practice analyzing real deals.

Generate Deal Flow and Start Analyzing Like a Pro

Finding deals is where most beginners struggle the most. Brokers might not return your calls, underwriting feels impossible, and the whole process seems risky. AI changes that by making the steps clear and repeatable.

For deal flow, ChatGPT can help you identify target markets, draft broker outreach emails, and set up systems to track opportunities. Once you start receiving deals, you can ask AI to walk you through the underwriting process—what to look for in rents, expenses, and financing.

Here’s what your next 30 days could include:

Underwrite 2–3 deals per week with AI guidance.
Narrow down your target markets with data pulled by prompts.
Begin forming relationships with brokers who control the listings.
Line up soft commitments from equity partners to fill funding gaps.

By the 90-day mark, you should be submitting offers and growing closer to your first syndication. The process is still work, but AI shortcuts 90% of the research and planning. Instead of months of uncertainty, you’ll have a roadmap that keeps you moving forward.

Your Next Steps in Apartment Investing

AI won’t close your first apartment deal for you, but it can prepare you faster than anything else. With the right prompts, you can build your foundation, grow your network, and analyze deals in just a few months.

Remember the question at the start—can AI help you buy your first apartment building? The answer is yes, if you’re willing to use it strategically and take action on what it shows you.

So start small, but start now. Read, build your database, analyze a few deals, and keep the momentum going. One apartment deal is enough to change your life, and with AI, you can get there sooner than you think.

To your success,

Michael Blank

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MB488: How to Use Your Retirement Funds to Invest in Apartments (No Wall Street or UBIT) – With Damion Lupo

MB Digital Team — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:37:01 -0400

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Most people don’t know this—but you can invest your IRA or 401(k) in real estate instead of leaving it trapped in mutual funds. In this episode, I’m joined by Damion Lupo, founder of eQRP, to explain exactly how to unlock your retirement savings and use them to invest in apartments, storage, and more. We walk through the process step-by-step, dispel common myths, and show you how to avoid one of the biggest tax traps most investors don’t even see coming: UBIT. Whether you’re a passive investor or a GP raising capital, this is a must-listen.

Key Takeaways

Why Most Investors Don’t Know About This

Financial advisors don’t promote these options because they lose fees when you take control.
Most investors have old 401(k)s or IRAs they’ve forgotten about—but those funds are eligible for self-direction.
Online platforms like Schwab and Fidelity won’t show you the option to invest in real estate—you have to know to ask.

How Self-Directed Accounts Actually Work

Self-directed IRAs and solo 401(k)s give you full control—you can invest in real estate, crypto, gold, and more.
The right setup gives you checkbook control and removes delays caused by custodians.
Solo 401(k)s (like EQRPs) offer faster transactions, better flexibility, and fewer limitations than traditional IRAs.

The UBIT Tax Trap—and How to Avoid It

Using leverage in real estate deals inside a self-directed IRA can trigger UBIT—up to 40% in surprise taxes.
Solo 401(k)s are exempt from UBIT, even in leveraged deals.
You can convert from an IRA to a solo 401(k) before the deal sells to avoid the tax completely.

Smart Strategies for Passive and Active Investors

Passive investors can use these accounts to invest in syndications—earning tax-free or tax-deferred returns.
Active investors (GPs) can raise more capital by educating others on how to invest through their retirement accounts.
Damion’s team offers tools like books, webinars, and white-glove onboarding to help GPs guide investors through the process.

Rules, Limits, and Legacy Planning

You can’t use these accounts to buy personal assets, rehab your own property, or benefit directly from the investment.
You can borrow up to $50K from your solo 401(k) for any reason and pay yourself back—with interest you choose.
Setting up retirement accounts for parents or family members can create powerful tax-free legacy wealth.
Roth solo 401(k)s allow real estate investing with leverage and no taxes on gains—making them the most powerful tool in the tax code.

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How to Use ChatGPT as Your AI Real Estate Advisor to Build $10K Per Month

Michael Blank — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:17:08 -0400

How to Use ChatGPT as Your AI Real Estate Advisor to Build $10K Per Month

September 2, 2025

Do you feel stuck with one or two rentals and wonder how to reach $10,000 a month in passive income from your properties? Using ChatGPT as your AI real estate advisor can bridge that gap by giving you strategies tailored to your situation.

Most investors hit this wall. Traditional advice only lists strategies – flipping, syndications, short-term rentals, commercial – but it doesn’t tell you which one fits you. That’s where AI can change the game. Instead of using it to summarize meetings or generate to-do lists, you can use tools like ChatGPT as a trusted advisor.

In this post, I’ll show you how to prompt AI differently using the CRIT system (Context, Role, Interview, Task). This approach takes you from vague ideas to a personalized roadmap for hitting $10K a month.

The CRIT System: Turning AI into a Real Advisor

Jeff Woods, author of The AI-Driven Leader, introduced me to CRIT. It stands for Context, Role, Interview, Task. By layering these steps, you force AI to ask YOU questions before it gives a response.

This is what separates it from 99% of other prompting methods.

#CONTEXT# Share your real situation here. The more specific and thorough you can be here, the better Chat’s analysis becomes.
#ROLE# Assign expertise. Here, you instruct the AI on what role it should play. Without an assigned role, it tends to respond as a generalist, not a specialist.
#INTERVIEW# Now you have it ask you a minimum of 3 questions, but make sure it asks you ONE AT A TIME. This way it can better understand your goals and limitations.
#TASK# Then you finally tell it to give you the desired output.

Let’s walk through an example together.

Using the CRIT Method to Pick a Real Estate Strategy

This is a real example of what happened when I ran CRIT with ChatGPT to help me buy my “first” real estate property.

Here’s the prompt I gave it so that you have an idea of how it looks:

#CONTEXT#

I’m a software developer making $120,000 a year. I like my job, but I’m tied to a desk all day in the office. I love traveling, and I’m trying to plan a trip to Disney with my family, but I don’t have enough vacation days.

I own 1 rental property and I’ve flipped a few houses and I like the income I get, but 1) I need more time/bandwidth to buy and manage more properties, and 2) I can’t quit my job because it would take too long to acquire enough properties to replace my income.

I don’t want to sacrifice my way of living. I’m looking for a real estate strategy that I can pick up as a full-time worker, that pays me passive income, and replaces my salary in 1–3 years.

#ROLE#

Your role is to act as someone with experience in all fields of real estate, owning 3 of every classification of asset.

#INTERVIEW#

You will ask me 3 questions BUT ASK THEM ONE AT A TIME to gain a deeper context about my situation and experience in real estate so that you can better provide a solution.

#TASK#

Then you will provide me with 3 real estate strategies that would perfectly fit my situation and skillset that I can pursue while still working my developer job, but pay me meaningful passive income so that I can earn $10K/month in passive income.

Try pasting this into ChatGPT yourself and answering the questions!

Here are the questions it asked me and my responses:

1. What type of rental property do you currently own, and how involved are you in managing it?

I own 1 single-family rental right now in addition to my primary residence. I self-manage it. I renovated it when I first bought it. Aside from small maintenance requests, I'm not that involved.

2. How much passive income does it generate, and what are the loan terms?

There are 4 bedrooms, and I rent them out for $925/month after I renovated the property and increased its value. I have a 30-year fixed at 6.76% interest so my monthly payment is $3,243. My net income right now is around $457/month, not including property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and vacancies.

3. How much capital do you have available, and are you open to partnerships or leverage?

I have $50,000 saved up, but I'm only comfortable deploying maybe $20K for training, acquisition, or fees if I know that the strategy will work. I'm also open to partnering with someone who has capital, if that means doing bigger or more profitable deals, and I don't have to do everything. I’m to raising capital, but I’ve never done its, and so I’m not sure how good I would be

This Was ChatGPT’s Response

After asking me questions and responding, the top option was to syndicate small multifamily deals (8–30 units), where I can earn cash flow and equity without handling day-to-day operations.

Coincidentally, that’s already what I do full-time as a real estate investor. I buy and hold multifamily apartments. The Context I gave at the start of my prompt was actually the exact situation I was in before I started doing real estate full-time.

And if I had ChatGPT back then to help, I wouldn’t have done house flips instead.

Looking Ahead to Your Next Steps

Go ahead and try this for yourself! You can either copy and paste what’s above OR fill out the template yourself.

The point of this exercise is to stop asking AI broad questions. Start using the CRIT method: give it context, assign it a role, let it interview you, and then demand a clear task. The results may surprise you.

This article is actually part 2 of 3 about the topic of using ChatGPT to invest in real estate. In my next piece, I’ll find out if I can use ChatGPT to teach me (and you) – very extensively – how to buy an apartment building

You can access Part 3 here. I also have a video series you can watch here.

To your success,

Michael Blank

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Empowering Female Business Owners on Their Path to Aligned Ambition

Devin Meenan — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 16:20:08 -0400

Above, Kelly Parker Kelly Parker has never been one to follow the script—and that’s exactly what’s made her one of the most compelling voices in real estate and coaching today. As the founder and principal broker of Home Collective™ at Compass and the coach behind Aligned Ambition, Parker has redefined what it means to grow…

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Beyond the Specs: Crafting Property Descriptions That Sell

Devin Meenan — Fri, 23 May 2025 10:01:07 -0400

Let’s face it: Buyers don’t fall in love with houses because of square footage and the number of bedrooms. They fall in love with how a home makes them feel. And the fastest way to create that emotional connection? Storytelling. A great property description is more than just a list of features—it’s a narrative that…

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Unlocking the Power of Coaching

Devin Meenan — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:47:22 -0400

Above: Tomie Fox If there’s one truth real estate professionals can agree on, it’s the fact that the industry is constantly evolving—underscoring the vital role that coaching plays in setting the stage for a successful career, no matter the market. Tomie Fox—team leader of Fox Real Estate Group and broker associate with Parker Properties—is a…

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Buffini Continues New Virtual Live Coaching Series

Claudia Larsen — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 12:23:50 -0400

The second session in Buffini & Company’s new virtual coaching series to help real estate professionals sharpen their skills in a competitive marketplace is fast approaching. Registration is currently open for “Motivate,” broadcasting live on Wednesday, April 30 at 9 a.m. PST/12 p.m. EST. The “Buffini Coaching LIVE” series features a powerhouse virtual professional growth…

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New ‘Buffini Coaching Summit’ Series Coming Soon Across North America

Claudia Larsen — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:01:17 -0400

Buffini & Company has launched its new “Buffini Coaching Summit” series, an innovative, immersive training and networking experience designed to transform how real estate professionals scale their business growth. This event series brings Buffini & Company’s renowned coaching strategies directly to real estate professionals in three North American locations: Toronto in April 2025; Washington, D.C.,…

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Darryl Davis: Leading the Year of the Skilled Agent in 2025

Devin Meenan — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:22:19 -0500

Above: A force in real estate for over 40 years, Davis is on a mission to elevate an entire industry. When Darryl Davis steps into the spotlight—whether on a conference stage for a client event, on one of his Monday Motivation coaching calls, or hosting his free Wednesday training sessions that are open to all…

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Buffini & Company’s New CFSP Designation Attracts Over 6,500 Real Estate Professionals

Claudia Larsen — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:18:18 -0500

Buffini & Company announced it has seen explosive growth in demand for its new Certified Full-Service Professional (CFSP) designation, with more than 6,500 participants signed up to gain certification since its August launch. Buffini stated that the CFSP designation has raised the bar in real estate professionalism and excellence. The program equips real estate professionals…

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Building Meaningful Relationships and Driving Success

Claudia Larsen — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 10:45:32 -0500

Dane Ramsden knew early on that he wanted a career that could both provide for his family and make a meaningful impact on others. At just 18, he took his Michigan Real Estate Salesperson pre-licensure class, igniting a passion for real estate that has only grown stronger over nearly two decades. Now the CEO of…

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Real Estate and Technology Industry Veterans Launch The Helm

Claudia Larsen — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:56:14 -0400

Real estate and technology industry veterans Danielle Wilkie and Heather Frick have announced the launch of The Helm—a coaching platform powered by trusted female minds in real estate. The Helm addresses a need for a more distinct coaching platform tailored to fit the occupational needs of seasoned female professionals within the real estate industry, as…

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Pushing to the Finish Line: Strategies for a Productive Fourth Quarter

Devin Meenan — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:33:49 -0400

As we kick off the fourth quarter of 2024, it’s more critical than ever for real estate professionals not to take their foot off the gas and coast through the remaining weeks of the year. With so much noise in today’s post-settlement world, those prepared and running alongside the change will be the ones ahead…

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188: Branding Your Flipping Business with Stace Caseria

Danny Johnson — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 14:55:10 -0400

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On this podcast, Danny interviews branding expert Stace Caseria. Tough questions are asked on both sides to understand why branding is sooooo important for real estate investors and how to go about properly branding your business. Enjoy the show!

The 4 pillars Stace mentions are necessary to build trust are:

Credibility
Track Record
Empathy
Alignment of Interest

Find out how to achieve these in this episode! It could be the difference in you landing that deal from the motivated seller over your competition!

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It’s your choice and I do not want you to feel at all obligated. But I’d love it if you would subscribe and leave a rating and review.

Ratings and reviews allow the podcast to be seen by more people, which will help me achieve my goal of helping as many others as we can to get started in the house flipping business and change their lives.

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187: Follow Along Week 8 Prospecting

Danny Johnson — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 12:50:55 -0400

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I took a week off to visit Zion National Park as well as Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. It was amazing!! I had a very good time. The weather was perfect! We hiked about 40 miles in 4 days.

I got back and have been playing catch up. Listen to this week’s episode to find out what I’ve been up to. I’d love to hear what you do to prospect for leads. Please let me know in the comments!

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186: FHL 2020 What and Why with Mike Simmons

Danny Johnson — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 13:48:00 -0400

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In this special episode I talk with my good friend, Mike Simmons, about Flip Hacking Live 2020. Make sure to listen all the way through (or at least skip to the end) because I share with you how to get tickets for dirt cheap AND GET ALL PREVIOUS FLIP HACKING LIVE RECORDINGS SINCE 2016 AS A BONUS. We discuss the power of this transformative event. You do not want to miss it!

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Episode 185: Follow Along Week 6 Hiring and Progress

Danny Johnson — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 17:05:30 -0400

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Another installment on the follow along journey where Danny is documenting the building up of his house buying business. This week he talks about making a hire for someone to do lead management (cold calls, inbound calls, lead intake, research, direct mail management). He also discusses his story of getting started and how it wasn’t an easy thing to do. Check it out in this week’s episode!

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Episode 184: Follow Along Week 5 Move The Needle

Danny Johnson — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 17:26:19 -0400

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Danny shares what’s happened over the last week in his getting back into buying houses. Issues with closing prevented him from getting the deal wrapped up that he put under contract several weeks ago. He also discusses how easy it is to procrastinate and do things within our comfort zone rather than doing the things that are going to move the needle the most. It’s a quick episode but with a powerful message. Enjoy!

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Episode 183: [Follow Along Week 4] Patience and Deal Control

Danny Johnson — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 17:06:20 -0400

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In this week’s episode I share a couple stories related to maintaining control over a deal when necessary. I also share what it means to have patience and belief that deals will come. Forcing things to happen rather than allowing things to happen is the opposite of what we want. Make sense of that!

Episode 182: Deals from Auction Websites, MLS, Wholesalers with Paul Lizell

Danny Johnson — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:31:18 -0400

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Paul Lizell has been buying houses nationwide and coaching for years. He knows this industry inside and out. In this episode, Paul shares his incredibly creative auction website buying strategy. He also shares how he routinely buys from real estate wholesalers and off the MLS. Two things I always believed were too competitive to buy from these days. Not true!!! Paul is buying from these sources often. He shares how in today’s episode!

Paul Lizell’s Bio:

Founder of JP Homes Inc. and HouseDealsAmerica.com, Paul has been a successful real estate investor since the late 1990s. He has bought and sold hundreds of properties nationwide during his investing career. Paul enjoys being able to help home sellers and home buyers, as well as improve communities as it is extremely rewarding experience. Building long term relationship with our customers and creating wow experiences is our daily goal. As a graduate of Drexel University, Paul attributes his success in business and investing to coaching, education and systems.

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Episode 181: [Follow Along Week 3] Driving For Dollars Prospecting

Danny Johnson — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 16:41:57 -0400

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Yo! Follow Along (https://flippingjunkie.com/followalong) and see how week 3 went. I report on my KPI’s and about the house I put under contract. I also go into showing how I’m finding owners’ of vacant houses phone numbers and entering them into FlipPilot to help me manage my prospecting.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast! Click here to subscribe on Itunes link will open in new window

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Episode 180: [Follow Along Week 2] 2 Leads 1 Deal

Danny Johnson — Mon, 03 Aug 2020 17:01:43 -0400

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Got my marketing processes in place and ready to start skip tracing and calling probate and driving for dollars prospects that I’ve put into FlipPilot.

This week I got 2 motivated seller leads from my LeadPropeller website. 1 didn’t have enough equity and the other…that one accepted my offer! The numbers work out better to fix and flip this one.

I’ll let you know more details after I close on it!

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