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Stratton and Michael are two former Fresno State Football players, whose identity like many other athletes were attached to the sport they played! When football was over, both was lost in a free space (Free Agency)! Although, separated by different recrui


    • Jun 9, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    How to find amazing deals in a turning market | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 56:38


    Show notes: - Having problems moving deals because of buyers - Buyers aren't in a rush because of all the options - The market during the COVID-19 pandemic vs the market now - Listing all your properties on MLS - Is it possible to close in 7 days? - Deals that come with complicated situations - Bring The Juice podcast - Buying properties with higher interest rates - Dealing with difficult sellers with great offers - Private money lenders - Making deals: price vs terms - The 50-40-10 loan - Can you do terms if someone owns a mortgage? - Looking at properties as rentals vs AirBnBs - Creating cash flow vs buying for appreciation - Uncontrollable factors in buying properties - Calculating your profit and ROI - Cash flow and infinite return - Burn rates - Sign up for our next meetup!

    How To Manage And Balance Multiple Businesses | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 61:19


    Show notes: - Catching up with Mike and Stratt - An age past partying hard - Why I'm not buying a Tesla - Elon Musk at the All-In Summit - Investing in a new concept - Selling companies and Venture Capitalism - Coming to terms with failure - Buying a flip - How has it been managing 5 projects? - Dealing with Contractors - Balancing flipping houses and wholesaling projects - Rising interest rates - Why a housing crash is impossible - Weeding out people who aren't built for business - Learning the tricks of the trade - The 50-40-10 rule - What changes in the downtrend? - What is the risk in investing in real estate? - Buying the dip - Investing in crypto - Losing a crypto hard wallet - Getting scammed in discord - Preparing for the bottom - Are we in a recession? - How can I make a million a year? - How to market your business and sell your brand - How do you source and raise private capital? - How social media brings value to entrepreneurs - Closing

    How To Navigate Through Business Relationships With Family Members | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 55:50


    Show notes: - Catching up with Mike and Stratt - Four flips in two months - Settling the insurance for ANOTHER house fire? - The demand for storage facilities - The things you find inside abandoned storage units - Vending machines and parenting - Alumni weekend - Being in different places with your friends and family - Which phase of your life are you in right now? - People who had the right mentality in college are doing well now - How do you handle family in business? - Would you ever consider working with family members? - Doing business with friends - Why you shouldn't ask your friends for discounts - Looking for the best deals means looking at all the deals - Mike and Stratt Closing

    The Hardest Questions You Need To Ask Yourself | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 61:37


    1. What areas in my life am I settling in right now? 2. What battles am I choosing right now? 3. Who are the five people I spend the most time with? 4. What am I letting in that I need to shut out? 5. In what ways am I in my own way? Show Notes: - Flipping BRRRRs - What areas in my life am I settling in right now? - Taking care of your health and making time for fitness - Work Life Balance - Sacrificing family time for your goals - Learning to pace yourself - Including your family in your business - Communication and why talking things out is important - Eliminating dead time - What battles am I choosing right now? - Battling self-doubt - Acknowledging being wrong - What am I letting in that I need to shut out? - Gratitude can make all the difference - Dark spots in our lives - Dealing with impostor syndrome - Worth doesn't come from being comfortable - Business and Tetris - Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos - Investing after October - Surrounding yourself with the right people - Who are the five people I spend the most time with? - In what ways am I in my own way?

    Marketing, Economics, and Growing Your Business | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 60:59


    Stratt and Mike talk about what it takes to grow a business and get it to the next level. Marketing channels, social media, Central Valley's economy and a lot more. Show Notes: - Sustainable Marketing (Cold Calling vs. Direct Mail) - Diminishing Returns In Marketing Channels - Diversifying your real estate business - Central Valley Economics - Growth as a business and as an entrepreneur - The value of the dollar - Understanding economics and paying attention to the consumer economy - Scaling your investment - Old and Emerging Markets - Deal Flow - Private Adjuster for fire damage - Social Media and the value of building a genuine brand - Real Brokerage and the power of downlines - What really made Kim Kardashian rich

    How to ask the right questions to get the most from your mentors | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 54:31


    Stratt and Mike talk about asking questions from your mentors the right way, and how those questions can shortcut to your success. Connect with Mike Butler on : Instagram: @mikebutler Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strattdaddyy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/strattbrown LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stratt-brown-911a8620b/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7wT49pz2msqCCPwedSlt8Q TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strattbrown Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stratton.brown.3

    How to Evolve in Business and Grow Into New Opportunities | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 60:51


    Stratt and Mike talk about what it takes to evolve into the person you need to be in Business Connect with Mike Butler on: Instagram: @mikebutler Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strattdaddyy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/strattbrown LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stratt-brown-911a8620b/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7wT49pz2msqCCPwedSlt8Q TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strattbrown Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stratton.brown.3

    How to Grow Your Team | Free Agent REI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 53:22


    Welcome to another episode of the Free REI podcast Where Stratt and Mike discuss, how to balance life and grow your business. You will reach highs and you will experience lows but your ability to continue pushing forward no matter what will determine your long term success Key Topics Discussed : Hiring teams to do it Don't be afraid of repeating the same stuff sometimes The goal is to have a better team There is no reason why you don't generate more leads Building your momentum Implement your ideas What can we do to push the business forward Turn people into givers Connect with Mike Butler on : Instagram: @mikebutler Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strattdaddyy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/strattbrown LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stratt-brown-911a8620b/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7wT49pz2msqCCPwedSlt8Q TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strattbrown Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stratton.brown.3

    E:34 || Nothing is Fair!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 65:52


    In this episode, we talk about having to kick yourself into gear and being a self motivator to get your life going the way you want it to go, understanding the levels of disrespect when leading a team and understanding that nothing will ever seem fair. Everyone in your business will be given different levels of praise and correction depending the level of importance they are responsible for in the business. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: • @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown • @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business.

    E:33 || Stacking Bricks

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 53:21


    In this episode, we talk about the starting over sometimes in lead generation and leading from the front of the company again. We also have a the principal of stacking bricks (deal task) that ultimately lead to being able to be successful in all areas of your life. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: • @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown • @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business.

    E:32 || How to Grow w/ Your Significant Other

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 60:37


    Michael and Stratton talk about growing your business with your spouse, the ups and downs you could face and really what it takes to do it successfully! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: · @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown · @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business.

    E:31 || How Important is Security w/ Investing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 75:44


    Michael and Stratton talk about AirBNB Arbitrage, NFT's and what's considered when making certain investments. Are you okay with taking certain risk in order to scale a business and create more opportunities? MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: · @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown · @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business.

    E:30 || Boats and Ho*s

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 56:27


    Michael and Stratton what's been going on with our businesses, who all is capable of investing and the thoughts of potential taking advantage of homeschooling. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: · @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown · @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:29 || Don't Overwhelmed Being Overwhelmed

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2021 59:34


    Michael and Stratton talks about how to handle the stressors in your business. What can be done to help minimize the chances of stress happening and ultimately attack it! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: · @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown · @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:28 || Why You're Not Successful in Your Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 59:40


    In this episode, we talk about why in your business you aren't finding success and the things you can do to change that. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:27 || How to Find a Mentor for Free

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 61:46


    In this episode, we talk about how you can find mentors in your life for free and when to invest in yourself and ultimately pay a mentor. Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:26 || Systems, Processes, and KPI's

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 66:05


    In this episode, we talk about the struggles of building out systems and processes and how when doing so, your business must slow down in order to ultimately be able to scale. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:25 || Ecommerce, Flips, AirBnB, Rentals? When to Diversify

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 60:33


    In this episode, Michael and Stratton talks about where their businesses are headed, struggles they have been running into, latest real estate observations and the best times to diversify as new investors. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Jr. If you haven't already, make sure you join our Free FB Group "Free Agent REI" to help us create a group full of go-givers. Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:24 || Michael! WTF Were You Thinking?!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2021 9:50


    In this episode, Michael talks about why he did what he did, the power of taking accountability and ultimately taking ownership of his decisions. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:23 || Don't Lean on That Degree

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 51:07


    Michael and Stratton Talks about different revenue streams, Father's Day, and taking risk. Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:22 || It's not what you make, IT'S WHAT YOU KEEP! How to budget || PASSION VS. PURPOSE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 63:12


    Michael and Stratton Talks about 75 Hard, Budgeting your deals, Consistency, Hard Work, Setting Goals, The deal isn't done until the money is in the account, and Understanding the difference between Passion and Purpose!! Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:21 || How to use your network to make MILLIONS!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 47:46


    Michael and Stratton will talk about how building your network and how it can help you make MILLIONS of dollars for free! Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:20 || 14 months into Wholesaling and Gerald Rojas just closed a deal for nearly $200K!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 63:11


    On this Episode, Stratton and Michael will be talking to Gerald Rojas about how he was able to close a deal for nearly $200,000! Gerald began investing in 2015 in Syndication but picked up Wholesaling 14 months ago at the age of 38! Listen in, as Gerald talks about how his wife and himself have been able to do it with 4 children as a second career! You don't want to miss it. Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:19 || Becoming Comfortable Being UNCOMFORTABLE!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 62:01


    On this Episode, Stratton and Michael will talk about growth. More specifically, how to identify when it's happening and where growth typically takes place. How should you respond to it because it typically will require you to do things you've never had to do! Bring your questions, comments, and expense to the table. Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:18 || Why Virtual Assistants Will Change Your Life and Where To Find Them!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 63:29


    Michael and Stratton will talk about how Virtual Assistants have reduced their working hours significantly. Michael only works 3 hours a day because he has built out a team of virtual assistants to handle EVERYTHING he is not good at! Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

    E:17 || I've Come To Far, To Come This Far

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 56:19


    In this episode, we talk about the life created by real estate and the possibility of starting all over. What would we do to create wealth again. What are our fears and how do we continue to stay motivated. Also, don't forget to leave a 5-Star review and share with family and friends to make sure were able to provide value for as many as possible! MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Strattdaddyy - Stratton Brown @Michaelbutler_Jr - Michael Butler Want to comp leads, pull list, Drive for Dollars, send postcards and many more? We've teamed up with Propstream to get you a 7-Day free trial by going to Mainlinecomps.com. It's changed everything in our business. Have you consistently closed 1-3 deals a month and looking to scale your operation? Go to Callmagicians.com and set up a call to see if highly trained Virtual Assistants is the best next move for you! Make sure to mention “Free Agent REI Podcast”.

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