Hustle Estate

TopicEd’s new hire has some marketing ideas. How do you support other’s ideas so they help everyone succeed? AgendaMarketing you and your businessLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicCondo updates and what this experience will trigger in the future. Plus, some updates on Ed’s next dealAgendaCondo updatesNew opportunity for EdLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicTwo weeks after listing the condo for sale, we have some updates and thoughts on what’s happened.AgendaThinking through pricing strategy Ed changing up his processesLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicEd started using an LOS system. Learn more about how this system adds value to Ed’s work! AgendaEd becomes a correspondent lender through an LOS systemWhat the LOS system doesCondo updateLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicCondo is listed, still no renters and Ed makes a hire to scale his business! AgendaThe condo is finally listed and some pain ensuesStill no rentersEd hires a loan processor - learn why Ed hired hLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac is listing his condo for sale and rent. Why this decision and what are the next steps? AgendaPutting up the condo for sale and the process so farThinking about asking price and thinking through strategyLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicNetworking is paying off, by allowing Ed to have a diverse group of lenders to broker deals through. All the while, tenants continue to be hard to find. AgendaFinding ways to increase business deals Tenant updates Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicProblems are a pain and they come in many different forms, but they are the consistent work item for any entrepreneur. Listen to this week’s set of problems! AgendaRoach problemsSection 8 process problemsTenant UpdatesLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicThe wear and tear of COVID is real and yet there are still opportunities to make the best of the situation! What are you working on during this period? AgendaThe wear and tear of COVID is realLooking at Twitch as an opportunity and an escapeTenant UpdateLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicFinding a tenant during COVID is proving to be tough, while work is beginning to speed up! AgendaUpdate on filling Isaac’s rental unit during COVIDUpdate on being back at work as a software developerEd found a hard money lender that is more aggressive and taking on more deals than others in the marketLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWhat’s a shopping mall and other brick and mortar retail shops impact during COVID and post-COVID? Changing gears, what does getting a new tenant look like during COVID? AgendaWhat will indoor shopping areas look like in the future? Brick and mortar may still provide value, when something is sold out onlineIsaac’s tenant is moving out, what’s next is a guessLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac is back to work in a new software developer and still working remotely! Can remote work and co-working spaces take on the future of commercial office real estate? Ed is still seeing loans and closing deals, even in a slower market. AgendaOn day one, Isaac used his bootcamp skills to push codeWorking remotely is still a thingIs coworking spaces the future of the office? How the hard money market is lookingLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac’s bootcamp comes to an end. He reflects on some of the major learning lessons from the past few weeks and how that may translate to the next step in his career.AgendaLearning lessons from the final bootcamp projectBreaking problems down for a computer versus in our mindLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

As things begin to open back up, lenders seem to be finding ways to lend to more deals. At the same time, Ed is working to complete his first lending opportunity! AgendaLenders are starting to loosen up some of their requirementsEd’s networking pipeline is improving Lending his first dealLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac’s final projects are starting soon and he is brainstorming ideas. One idea revolves around property information, which seems difficult to find. AgendaFree property data is difficult to come byWhat the other project ideas are and how they won’t workLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicPitching why you should be hired or someone should work with you in 2-3 minutes is hard! The elevator pitch is a great tool to master, but requires a lot of practice to get right. Check out some tips on how to improve your elevator pitch! AgendaProcess towards building a great elevator pitchOnce you have your pitch, use it in other areas like your LinkedIn SummaryLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicDuring remote times, it’s important to have a strong remote presence. Have you checked your LinkedIn or other virtual networks? Find out how you can improve these networks with this episode! AgendaWhat does your LinkedIn presence look like? Check out LinkedIn SSIWhy Ed coordinates virtual networking eventsCheck out: https://www.meetup.com/Hoboken-Real-Estate-Investors-Meetup-Group/Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicLife seems like it’s beginning to normalize a bit. This past week may have been the turning point. What does real estate and business normalization look like in the COVID world? AgendaThe COVID habits are starting to become more permanentWhat businesses and real estate organizations will change for the better? Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWeek 9 is here! Our states are starting to open up a little more. We go over what that looks like from our work areas and general observations. AgendaWhat do things look like in NJ and Michigan?Working remotely is starting to become more mainstreamLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWorking from home these last 8 weeks is definitely becoming the new normal. Will we need to work from the office like we were before COVID? AgendaIs working from home the new normal? What does the office look like in the future?How does this impact the commercial real estate space?Does this impact other things, like the enviorment? Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicEd is still getting a lot of calls from potential borrowers and lenders. Can he turn that into business during COVID times? Definitely a tough challenge.AgendaGetting lots of calls from borrowersWhat lenders are requiringInvestment v. Daily JobEd working on his goals during the downtimeLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac’s web development bootcamp begins and we dive into what he will learn and be prepared for when he completes the program. AgendaBootcamp started and first week doneHow the bootcamp operatesWhat I will be prepared to do after the bootcampHow my bootcamp is helping me become a general contractorBook plug: The Hard Thing About Hard ThingsLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicToday we are joined by Luis Leiva. Luis is a real estate entrepreneur with 17 years of experience. Hear Luis’ perspective on today’s environment and how you can thrive in the future. AgendaHow Luis got into the real estate world and his experience with the past three recessionsBuilding relationships with your tenants is critical right nowWhat the current market looks like right now for non-qualified mortgagesLuis’s thoughts on the futureBefore the virus, what was Luis trying to doLuis PlugsCulture Estate Youtube ChannelPatreon - Luis Leiva Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicHard Money is still happening, but in very limited deals. Loans aren’t happening unless they are home runs! Hear about what’s going on with portfolio loans. AgendaHard Money is still happening, but it’s limited Portfolio loans are the model that seems to be working right nowThe big questions: Where is the housing marketing going?Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWeek three of COVID-19 and we will be working from home for at least another month. Is this the start of a new way to work? AgendaRemote work is a new skill setMaking sure you have a good remote set upHow this experience will change the way you work and the future of the officeLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWeek two of COVID-19 work from home advisory. We take stock of how the hard money loan industry is impacted by the virus.AgendaSecondary market is not buying hard money loans & how the market worksHow Loan to Value (LTV) works and why today’s market is changing this Is the hard money market inflated? Maybe pausing hard money is a good thingTalk to your bank or servicer immediately if you have any problemsLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicCOVID-19 or the CoronaVirus is here and making a huge impact all over the world. Ed and Isaac discuss the impact to them and what they are seeing and thinking in the first week. AgendaHow our work has changed Challenges of childcare during this time Impacts to the mortgage and hard money loan industriesLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac is moving into a software developer role, but it didn’t happen overnight. He describes his journey and how he is going to take some time off to develop his skill set. AgendaMoving into a software developer roleMoving into a software How I’ve saved for this opportunityWhat’s nextLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicOff the court, Kobe was building a business empire. His Mamba Mentality can be applied to anyone trying to start a business. AgendaInitial thoughts on Kobe’s deathTaking action to do great thingsBook recommendation: The Mamba Mentality Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicEd’s business is focused on building up the processor role while identifying pain within their entire process. AgendaUpdate on new partnershipWhat does the processor position look likeTechnology being used by the processor Biggest pain in the processLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicEd starts the new year by merging his business and beginning to scale a big. We discuss what this looks like and some of the changes going into 2020.AgendaMerging the business and the inside lookStrategy behind partneringWhat it feels like to have an employeeBook recommendation: The One ThingLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWe discuss our bigger objectives in 2020 and some may be unexpected. What are your big things you are looking to work towards in 2020?AgendaPhysical objectives Professional objectivesFamily objectivesLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWe discuss goals for 2020 and how we may approach goals differently going into the new year. AgendaGoalsRethinking goals Goals for 2020 but starting them nowLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicSaying no or stopping yourself from moving forward on something you’ve already started can be very challenging. Ed talks about how he is looking to focus on THO Funding and in order to do that will be stepping away from some other projects. AgendaGoalsStepping away from two different projects The feeling of giving up or quittingPreventing yourself from filling up your time with “stuff”Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicDoing too many things can hurt your progress towards your ultimate goal. This week we discuss if Ed is doing too many things and needs to focus on one business strategy before moving on to another. AgendaGoalsUnsure where to focusGetting a business to run on it’s “own”Stopping things that don’t add valueLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac is applying to a coding bootcamp to re-tool his skill set. He believes this will help him better align to some of his goals. Listen to what he is doing and why he is setting out on this new journey. AgendaGoalsWhy apply to a bootcampRisks involved Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicThe eviction process is tough. This is rarely a good process and one of Ed’s tenants repeatedly missed their rental payment. Ed tried a few different options to try and keep the tenant despite missed payments, but in the end it wasn’t enough. Listen to how Ed made his decision and what he tried to do before evicting his tenants. AgendaGoalsContext leading up to eviction decisionThe importance of helping and trying retain your tenantCan a better tenant screening prevent the eviction?Is the property too risky? Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicEd believes his prospecting is failing. Is this related to his mindset, which is impacting his tone because he feels he is annoying someone else and he just needs to do it to check a box? Or is it a really hard skill to develop and maybe doesn’t align with his strengths? AgendaGoalsProspecting not going wellDoes the data back up the struggle?Does your mindset matter and can it impact your tone? Changing tone and mindset is easier than breaking a habit of checking the box and feeling accomplishedLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac bounces an idea for a workshop off Ed and helps think about what he is trying to do, especially because he doesn’t work in technology. Bouncing ideas off others, before trying them is a great way to iterate and improve your delivery. Try it today! AgendaGoalsExplaining socialization Walking through the potential workshop idea & receiving feedbackLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicMotivation towards something you are not totally interested may be really hard. What does it take to get motivated and how do you sustain that drive? AgendaGoalsWhat do you need to get motivated? Once motivated, how do you stay motivated to keep figuring it out?Keep taking action!Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicRental income can be used in a variety of ways. We discuss some of the ways we use it and why it may not be a good idea to use it as a general revenue for other expenses. AgendaGoalsWhat we do with our rental income Saving for repairsReviewing numbers and the challenge of losing moneyLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

We are back after a 2 week summer vacation hiatus! TopicIsaac recently participated in a civic data hackathon and worked on a zoning problem. Hear about why this could be really helpful and how hackathons are really valuable events to attend. AgendaGoalsWhat is a hackathonCivic data hackathon overviewZoning problemsLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWhat is an OKR? It’s another way to think about setting ambitious goals. Do they matter and can they help? We discuss! AgendaGoalsMeasure What Matters by John DoerrWhat is an OKR and how can they make an impactLeave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicWhat is a draw inspection and can it turn into something more than a one off paid task? Ed explains what a draw inspection is and how it may be able to turn into something more than an occasional payday. AgendaGoalsWhat is a draw inspectionCan the draw inspection become a side hustle Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicHow do you consistently have great days? Ed talks about having a great day and some events that led up to this feeling of crushing it. AgendaGoalsWhat makes a great day?How do you replicate great days?Leave us feedback! Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicDoes ego or pride get in your way from building the “perfect” product? Building something shouldn’t be perfect the first time. Instead, think about getting a small chunk to work and iterate from there. AgendaGoalsResponding to changeTrying to remove ego Having a perfect experience versus building something that achieves the expected outcomeInvesting a little in order to reinvest back in your business Leave us feedback!Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicThe Eisenhower Matrix is a simple, yet highly effective tool. How do you prioritize the most important work? AgendaGoalsThe Eisenhower MatrixExamples of what is the most important thing to do Leave us feedback here: Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIn this episode, we have a guest! Lars Hedenborg is the host of the Business Freedom Podcast and the founder of Real Estate B-School, an education and coaching program for top producing real estate agents looking to build sustainable, systems-driven businesses.More about Lars: Lars’ career in real estate began in March 2007 when he left his work in the corporate world. In his first year, he hustled to close 71 sales but was working 80 hour weeks, leaving his family life suffering. This motivated Lars to scale his real estate business. He grew a team that consistently sells over $100M in real estate each year while working only one day a week. Today, Lars is passionate about bringing real-world tools, systems, and strategies to top agents and team leaders so that they can achieve sustainable success and freedom in the real estate business. Episode PlugsReal Estate B-School - https://www.realestatebschool.com/Business Freedom Podcast - https://blog.realestatebschool.com/podcastThe E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. GerberNo BS Time Management for Entrepreneurs by Dan S. KennedyFirst Things First by Stephen R. CoveyThe Ultimate Sales Machine by Chet HolmesAtomic Habits by James ClearLeave us feedback here:Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicEd’s Hard Money Project web application is moving along, but not without a few learning lessons. Ed shares some updates and thoughts on using web technologies to enhance the hard money lending process. Episode AgendaGoal UpdatesFine tuning and iterating on The Hard Money Project web applicationFiguring out costsTalking with the end users to figure out their needsA last minute problem pops upLeave us feedback here: Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicIsaac is shopping for a car and talks through his process so far. Should he consult with an expert or keep spending the time figuring it out himself? Episode AgendaGoal UpdatesNarrowing down your optionsWorking with an expertDoing it yourself and spending the time to do itLeave us feedback here: Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss

TopicEd tries out a real estate coaching course to gain new insights on his real estate approach. Gaining feedback from others who are unfamiliar with your approach is very valuable because they will have the best questions about why you do what you do! Episode AgendaGoal UpdatesSeeking a different perspective via outside coaching Different types of support Identifying ways to develop your own styleLeave us feedback here: Twitter & Instagram: @HustleEstateEmail: HustleEstate1@gmail.comMusicShowtime by Artlss