Episode: “Work Shop” Author Joe Brady on the Evolution of Retail Real Estate Guest: “Work Shop” author Joe Brady is an expert in retail commercial real estate. He served as CEO of Americas at The Instant Group as well as head of real estate for Walgreens. His early career includes capital markets & brokerage with a business-sale exit to JLL. Big Id…

Episode 267: Short Term Rental Strategy with Danielle & Culin Tate Guest: Danielle & Culin Tate went from unemployed to grossing over $1 Million annually through Short Term Rental/Airbnb Investing. Culin used his background in SEO to reverse engineer the AirBNB algorithm to rank their 10 listings on the top page. Big Idea: Selecting the right prope…

Episode: Dallas - Fort Worth Industrial Real Estate Development with Michael Tran Guest: Michael Tran is an associate vice president in the Colliers International Dallas-Fort Worth real estate office where he specializes in acquisitions & dispositions of industrial properties in Dallas-Fort Worth and throughout Texas. He has a background driving mo…

Episode: Selecting the Top Airbnb Real Estate Market with John Bianchi Guest: John Bianchi is an experienced entrepreneur specializing in analyzing Airbnb data and helping investors identify profitable short-term rental opportunities. With a background in data analysis, he transitioned from managing rental properties in Chicago to focusing on provi…

Episode 264: Property Radar Founder Sean O'Toole on Investor Data Guest: Former house flipper turned tech company founder Sean O’Toole is the CEO of Property Radar, a property public record data source for business owners and real estate investors. This Episode is Also Sponsored by the Lending Home. Lending Home Offers Reliable & Low Cost Fix & Fli…

Episode 263: Flipping Commercial Real Estate with Sean Katona Guest: Sean Katona is a commercial real estate investor with a focus on retail property located in the Phoenix, AZ real estate market. Sean has a background in tech & flipping houses before graduating to & focusing solely on commercial real estate. Big Idea: Sean & I discuss the method o…

Episode 262: Equity Warehouse Founder Ian Horowitz on Self Storage Investing Guest: Ian Horowitz is the co-founder of Equity Warehouse, as self storage and small bay industrial development company. Ian is also the host of the Real Estate Reserve podcast. Big Idea: How to progress from single family house flipping and rentals to commercial real esta…

Episode 261: ATX Acquisitions Partner Dan French on $2B in Closed Deals Guest: Dan French is a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, known for his deep insights into long-term goal-setting and capital allocation. With a successful real estate portfolio built through strategic decisions in deal underwriting…

Episode 260: Building Strong Relationships & Winning Deals with Jeremy Friedman Guest: Jeremy Friedman is the co-founder of Stoic Equity Partners, a commercial real estate firm focused on multi-tenant industrial properties. With Stoic's portfolio nearing $100 million in assets under management and spanning over one million square feet, Jeremy share…

Episode 259: Shauna the Tax Goddess Guest: Shauna the Tax Goddess, is a top-tier tax strategist with over 105 specialists under her wing, focusing on U.S. taxation. Shauna, a CPA with a Master's in Taxation, and is one of the few Certified Tax Strategists in the country. With her extensive knowledge and experience, Shauna shares invaluable insights…

Episode 258: Deferring Taxes with Vanguard 1031 Exchange President Brandon Burns Guest: In this episode of the REI Diamonds show, host Dan Breslin welcomes Brandon Burns, a seasoned 1031 exchange expert. With over 4,000 transactions under his belt, Brandon runs one of the 119 1031 exchange companies in the country. His extensive experience and deep…

Episode: Tax Lien Investing with Angela Duncan Guest: Angela is a force in the personal finance industry with 25+ years of experience in helping people transform their lives by using passive investments to build generational wealth. Angela has a diverse career in banking and financial advising, owning a top 10 RE/MAX office for 5 straight years wit…

Episode: Turn Key Rental Market Selection with Zach Lemaster Guest: Zach Lemaster is the founder & CEO of Rent To Retirement, a turn key rental company focusing on new construction single family & small multi family rental property. Starting his investment journey while serving as an Optometrist and Captain in the US Air Force, Zach strategically g…

Episode: Private Money Lending Masterclass with Dan Breslin Guest: This is a presentation on Private Money Lending by Dan Breslin, host of the REI Diamonds Show. Big Idea: Private Money Lending can be an effective and reliable source of above average returns for those with some cash. It is also an effective method to scale a fix & flip business. Th…

Episode: Private Money Lending with Dan Breslin Guest: This episode is actually Dan interviewing his father, Dan Breslin. The elder Dan Breslin is a Private Money Lender for other fix & flip investors throughout the Northeastern US. Big Idea: Private Money Lending can be an effective and reliable source of above average returns for those with some …

Episode 253: Gino Barbaro on Large Multi Family Real Estate Investing in 2024 Guest: In this episode, we sit down with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of the Jake and Gino brand and a titan in the multifamily real estate space. Gino shares his incredible journey from running a small family restaurant to managing over $350 million in assets. Gino Barbaro i…

Episode: Redeveloping U.S. Malls Part 2 with Brait Fund Saul Zenkevicius Guest: Saul Zenkevicius is a personal friend and prior business partner of mine. We used to flip houses together in Chicago & Miami. Now he’s moved on to redeveloping underperforming Malls with his partner Rafik and their team. Big Idea: The biggest opportunity in commercial r…

Episode: Redeveloping Dying Malls with Brait Capital Founder Rafik Moore Guest: Rafik is a seasoned commercial real estate operator with extensive experience in retail & industrial property. His company, Brait Capital is now focused on very large retail & industrial assets. Recently, he has closed on 3 shopping mall properties with large vacancy an…

Episode 250: Living by the Water: Real Estate Insights with Roger King on Waterfront Investments & Tax Benefits Guest: Roger King, an experienced real estate investor now residing in Puerto Rico, joins us on the REI Diamond Show. With a career spanning over 30 years, Roger's expertise ranges from residential to commercial real estate, with a partic…

Episode 249: How to Bill Your Tenants for Water Usage with Kelly Koontz Guest: Kelly Koontz, a seasoned expert in utility submetering solutions tailored for multifamily properties. With over two decades of experience at Submeter Solutions, Kelly has been at the forefront of revolutionizing utility management strategies, empowering property owners t…

Episode 245: Avoid Property Insurance Nightmares with Public Adjuster Andy Gurczak Guest: Andy Gurczak is a seasoned real estate investor and public insurance adjuster. Starting with a humble duplex, Andy has strategically expanded his portfolio to include a variety of commercial properties. He leverages his construction background and keen market …

Episode 248: New Silver Fintech CEO Kirill Bensonoff on Blockchain Hard Money Loans Guest: Kirill Bensonoff, CEO of New Silver, a groundbreaking fintech lending organization, is at the forefront of revolutionizing real estate investment. With a focus on fix and flip, ground-up construction, and buy-to-rent projects, New Silver provides investors wi…

Episode 247: Transforming Big-Box Retail into Self-Storage: A Conversation with Clint Harris Guest: Clint Harris is a seasoned entrepreneur and real estate expert who traded in his medical sales career for a life of financial, time, and location independence through strategic investments in real estate. From implanting pacemakers to converting big …

Episode 246: Real Estate Development with Darcy Marler Guest: Darcy Marler is a seasoned real estate investor and developer with over two decades of experience in flipping houses, rental properties, land development, and new construction. From an MIT graduate to a successful real estate entrepreneur, Darcy's journey has been marked by valuable less…

Episode 244: Lease Option - Rent to Own Real Estate Investing with Adam Zach Guest: Adam Zach, is a seasoned real estate investor, with over a decade of experience in real estate. Adam brings a wealth of knowledge and shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in North Dakota to building a diverse portfolio spanning multiple states, highl…

Episode 243: Storage Yard Real Estate Development with Chris Long Guest: Join us in this captivating interview with Chris Long, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed a simple solution into a booming real estate venture. Chris, a licensed carpenter, identified a gap in the market and embarked on a journey that led him from the cold capital of Can…

Episode 242: Navigating Market Turbulence: Lessons from Brock Holliman's Real Estate Success Guest: Brock Holliman, a resilient real estate entrepreneur, shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Memphis to becoming a prominent figure in Florida's real estate market. Starting with a lawn mowing business during the real estate depressi…

Episode 241: A Deep Dive into Real Estate with Wyatt Simon Guest: Wyatt Simon is a seasoned real estate investor renowned for his transformative approach to achieving financial freedom through strategic property investments. With a background rooted in leveraging the power of real estate assets, Wyatt has successfully built a remarkable portfolio, …

Episode 240: Bob Bernotas on Building & Flipping Franchise Businesses for Huge Capital Gains Guest: Bob Bernotas boasts over three decades of immersion in the franchise industry, beginning his journey in 1986 when he opened his first West Coast Video franchise. Since then, he has owned multiple franchise concepts and units, with some achieving rema…

Episode 239: Navigating Real Estate Development: Insights from Brandon Cobb Guest: Brandon Cobb is a seasoned real estate developer with a keen eye for opportunities and a strategic approach to navigating the market. With a background in both new construction and land development, Brandon brings valuable insights into the evolving landscape of real…

Episode 238: Navigating New York City Real Estate with Bob Knakal Guest: Join us in this episode as we sit down with Bob Knakal, Head of the New York Private Capital Group at JLL, a seasoned investment sales broker with a 40-year career in the dynamic New York City real estate market. Bob shares insights into his impressive journey, highlighting hi…

Episode: In this episode, we're breaking away from the traditional real estate discussions to explore an intriguing investment avenue – stocks, securities, and closed-end funds. Dan sits down with Steve Selengut, a seasoned investor with a unique perspective that challenges conventional real estate thinking. Steve shares insights into his investmen…

Episode 236: Rod Khleif's Psychology of Building & Rebuilding Empires Guest: From wearing hand-me-downs to owning thousands of doors, Rod Khleif's real estate journey is one of epic upswings and gut-wrenching falls. He immigrated to the US at 6, faced childhood poverty, and built a real estate empire, only to lose millions in the 2008 crash. But Ro…

Episode 235: Unraveling the Journey to Freedom and Fulfillment with Brad Chandler Guest: In this episode we speak with Brad Chandler, the driving force behind Express Home Buyers and a true pioneer in the real estate industry. From building a successful company with a formidable SEO presence to a transformative shift in mindset and lifestyle, Brad'…

Episode 234 with Doug Faron: Building Success and Weathering the Storm Guest: Doug's extensive experience in the real estate industry, combined with his innovative strategies, has made him a sought-after expert in the field. Throughout his career, he has successfully navigated high-growth markets, mastered the art of property management, and achiev…

Episode 233: Tech to Real Estate: A Unique Journey with Kranti Ponnam Guest: Kranti Ponnam, an accomplished engineer with a strong background in technology, embarked on a remarkable journey in the real estate world. Born and raised in India, Kranti's early exposure to his family's deep involvement in real estate ignited his passion for the industry…

Episode 232: Inside the Self-Storage Industry with Jacob Vanderslice of Van West Partners Guest: Jacob Vanderslice is a real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He is the founder of Van West Partners, a real estate investment firm that specializes in self-storage facilities. Jacob has an extensive back…

Episode 231: Insights from Crowdfunding Expert Adam Gower Guest: Adam Gower, a seasoned real estate crowdfunding and syndication expert hailing from Central Coast California, has embarked on an extraordinary journey in real estate finance. His diverse experiences, from dwelling in Beverly Hills to navigating the California Coast's tumultuous waters…

Episode 230: Navigating Real Estate Investment: From Young Enthusiast to Mobile Home Park Guest: Mitchell England is a dynamic real estate investor and entrepreneur known for his strategic prowess in property investments. With over a decade of experience, Mitchell's journey in real estate began during his teenage years when he was inspired by "Rich…

Episode 229 with Taylor Loht: Navigating Multifamily and Self-Storage Real Estate Investments Guest: Taylor Loht is a seasoned real estate investor specializing in multifamily and self-storage properties. He hosts the "Passive Wealth Strategy" podcast and has a diverse investment portfolio spanning various markets, including Dallas, Houston, Atlant…

Episode 228: Jim Fredo on Scaling with Strategy in Real Estate Guest: Jim Fredo is a seasoned real estate investor and dynamic entrepreneur based in Pittsburgh. With a diverse background that spans the music industry and the tech sector, Jim embarked on a journey into the realm of real estate, leveraging his wide-ranging skills and experiences. He …

Episode 227: Unlocking Multifamily Millions: How Vlad Arakcheyev Transformed from Graphic Designer to Syndication Powerhouse Guest: With over a decade of experience, Vlad has transformed into a formidable figure in real estate, marked by his role as an active investor, co-sponsor, and JV partner in an impressive portfolio encompassing hundreds of m…

Episode 226: Larry Taylor on Los Angeles Real Estate Investment & Development Guest: Larry Taylor, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur specializing in Los Angeles real estate. Born and raised in a coal mining town, Larry's journey took him from Pennsylvania to California, where he forged a successful career in real estate investing. As the founder …

Episode 225: Family Values & Real Estate Investing with Jim Sheils, A #1 Wall Street Journal Best Seller Guest: Jim Sheils is a seasoned real estate investor, #1 Wall Street Journal Best Seller and founder of 18 Summers, a family education company. Jim shares his journey from clueless investor to building a thriving real estate business while putti…

Episode 224: Multifamily Strategies for Success with Ava, CEO of CPI Capital Guest: Ava Benesocky is the CEO and co-founder of CPI Capital, a successful real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily assets in the Sunbelt States. Known for her strategic approach and data-driven decisions, Ava focuses on acquiring stabilized properties and …

Episode 223: Clean Tech Meets Real Estate with Owen Barrett Guest: Owen Barrett is a dynamic entrepreneur with a decade of experience in clean technology and real estate. As the founder of Raven, he is revolutionizing the real estate industry by combining clean technology and net-zero principles with profitable investments. Owen's expertise lies in…

Episode 222: Real Estate Insights and Opportunities From Chicago to Austin with Drew Breneman Guest: Drew Breneman is a real estate investor based in Austin, Texas. He began his journey at a young age, starting an online business and saving his earnings. As he delved into investing, Drew explored various avenues, including stocks and mutual funds, …

Episode 221: Unveiling Your Real Estate Edge: Insights from Jeremiah Boucher Guest: Jeremiah Boucher, a seasoned real estate investor, shares his transformative journey in the industry, from a challenging experience during the 2008 financial crisis to finding his competitive edge. With a focus on manufactured housing, self-storage, and small bay in…

Episode: Episode 219: Inside the Self-Storage Industry with Jacob Vanderslice of Van West Partners Guest: Jacob Vanderslice is a real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He is the founder of Van West Partners, a real estate investment firm that specializes in self-storage facilities. Jacob has an exten…

Episode 220: Maximizing Asset Protection and Tax Savings with Scott Royal Smith Guest: Scott Royal Smith is a real estate investor, attorney, and founder of Royal Legal Solutions. He shares his background in real estate and law, and how he scaled his wealth through strategic planning and asset protection. He believes in educating people and forming…