Sean Magner, based in Baltimore, introduces himself and his real estate journey. He started in 2015 by taking courses and hiring a mentor, which led to building an 18-unit rental property portfolio within 15 months. Currently, Sean runs the Monument City Group, which includes various real estate investing businesses, with his main focus now on hard money lending through Monument City Capital.

Rick and Scyler discussed Scyler's journey in real estate, his transition from a 9-to-5 job at Costco to a full-time real estate agent, and his transition to the luxury real estate market in Orlando, Florida. Scyler shared his personal experiences, including his challenges in obtaining a real estate license and his memorable experiences as a real estate agent. The conversation also covered Scyler's advice on making a career change, the importance of networking and building relationships in a ...

Rick and Patrick discussed the importance of personal development, understanding human behavior, and managing emotions to achieve success in real estate investing and entrepreneurship. They emphasized the need to create an environment conducive to success, manage triggers, and focus on what one can control. They also highlighted the significance of authenticity, decisiveness, and finding personal meaning in achieving goals, and recommended Patrick's guidance for those seeking to improve their...

Travis and Rick discussed the concept of 'Wholetailing' properties, which Travis defined as properties that require minimal work and can secure bank financing. Travis emphasized that these properties should be able to sell for a lower price due to their dated appearance, but still attract buyers who can afford them. He also highlighted the importance of keeping repair costs low, suggesting that painting and flooring are the most significant tasks for these properties. Travis further explained...

Brandin teaches us how he transitioned from flipping houses and wholesaling real estate to focusing on mobile home parks. Brandon shared his journey, starting with flipping houses in 2008, transitioning to working with banks and hedge funds, and eventually moving into property management and rental properties. He expressed dissatisfaction with the transactional nature of his previous work and the limited scalability of his investments. Brandon then discovered mobile home parks, which he found...

In the meeting, Brent shared his journey into real estate investing, starting with rental properties and then transitioning to land deals. He explained how he began mailing landowners in 2016, focusing on those with back taxes due on their land. He highlighted the potential for profit in buying land at a low cost and reselling it for a higher price. Brent emphasized the importance of filling demand rather than creating it, and shared his process of identifying areas where land is selling, pri...

Rick and Chris discussed their experiences in real estate investing, with Chris sharing his journey from reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad to starting a virtual wholesaling business. Chris and his wife, Heather, started wholesaling 12 years ago and have since done over 600 deals, generating over seven figures in a single year. Chris emphasized the importance of taking action after attending events like the Rich Dad event, which inspired him to start his real estate journey. He also explained the con...

Bob Lachance shared his journey from professional hockey to real estate investing, discussing his transition from rehabbing to short sale investing. He also discussed his role in building the Fortune Builders program, the growth of his virtual assistant company, and the potential of using virtual assistants for lead generation and content creation. The conversation also touched on the growth and evolution of their respective businesses, the importance of lead generation, and promoting their c...

Rick, Christy, and Josh discussed their journey into real estate investing and sales, with Josh sharing his experience of being laid off and transitioning into property management. They also discussed the importance of effective communication, decision-making, and maintaining a growth mindset in their business, as well as the evolution of their real estate business from small flips to large-scale developments. The conversation concluded with a discussion on their business and personal goals f...

Rick and @DavidOldsREI discussed David's transition from a real estate investor to a transaction coordination business owner. They touched upon David's real estate experiences, including his time as a foreclosed house buyer and investor, his involvement in a local real estate investors' group, and his move to Chattanooga, Tennessee. They also shared their experiences with selling a house in a saturated market and David's regret over a house purchase in Chattanooga. The conversation also highl...

Sarah, a full-time real estate agent from Toledo, Ohio, shared her journey in the real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of networking and referrals in her business. She also discussed her experience of buying and renovating a house, which she initially bought from a client she had helped find her dream home, and her plans to continue with flipping houses. Rick, the other participant, was impressed by Sarah's accomplishments and encouraged her to continue, offering to feature her ne...

In this episode, Rick and Josh discuss a book that has had a significant impact on their lives and businesses. The book, which takes only 45 minutes to read, focuses on finding one word that can change your life. Josh explains that the book encourages readers to simplify their goals and focus on one word, which can be a guiding force throughout the year. He shares his personal experiences with the book, including how he has used it to find his word for the year. Rick and Josh agree that the b...

Rick and Jason, both from Wichita, Kansas, discussed their shared passion for real estate investing and flipping houses, with Jason sharing his journey from being a hands-on remodeler to delegating tasks to a team and focusing on being an investor. They also discussed their business strategies, focusing on partnerships with private money lenders and creative financing tools, and the importance of networking and building trust with people. Lastly, they discussed the challenges faced by beginne...

Rick emphasized the importance of maintaining consistent marketing efforts during the holiday season, sharing his experiences from the Covid-19 pandemic and the real estate market in 2014. He warned against taking a foot off the gas pedal, as it would be difficult to regain momentum later, and encouraged his audience to double down on their lead-generating activities. Rick also offered to share more about his marketing strategies in a future meetup.

Rick and Jerry, a seasoned real estate expert, discussed Jerry's extensive experience in the field, including his transition from an electrical contracting business to real estate investment and his passion for training and helping others grow their businesses. They also discussed the importance of networking, finding deals, and the transition from finding deals to leveraging them for success, as well as the challenges of running a business and the importance of tracking KPIs. Lastly, they di...

James and Rick discussed James' transition from being a firefighter to a full-time real estate investor, the growth and operations of his real estate company, Minnesota Home Guys, and the importance of authenticity and honesty in business dealings. They also explored the potential of hosting meetups, the strategy of their business, and the concept of 'fix and list'. Lastly, they discussed James' journey from being a firefighter to a successful deal-maker, the company's training program, and t...

In this episode of the Level Up Real Estate Investing Podcast, Josh Hastings opens up about his personal journey to financial freedom through real estate investing. After years of hard work, setbacks, and valuable lessons learned along the way, Josh reveals how he leveraged real estate to build a lifestyle of independence and flexibility. He shares the strategies that helped him scale his investments, the mindset shifts that were crucial to his success, and the day-to-day practices that now a...

Welcome to the Level Up Real Estate Investing Podcast with Rick, where Keith Howell shares his journey of learning the ropes in real estate investing while building a business with his dad, Rick. Together, they explore the challenges, strategies, and rewarding experiences of navigating the world of real estate. Keith offers listeners a unique behind-the-scenes look at how he’s leveling up his skills, overcoming obstacles, and growing a successful investing business alongside his father. Wheth...

Josh and Christy share how they went from successful cooperate jobs to loosing it all. Real estate was the option to learn, they went all in and now run a new construction/rehabbing business! They will share it all about they had noting to loose, went all in on their education which changed the trajectory of their entire family.

Nick shares how he has been able to live his lifestyle by design by Operating a virtual real estate investing business. Nick shares the highs, lows and everything in between when it comes to finding and monetizing real estate deals.