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Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
In this episode of Jake & Gino's How-To series, Gino Barbaro breaks down positive leverage in real estate and how to thrive in today's high-interest rate environment. With borrowing costs at 6–7% and cap rates often compressed, many investors are struggling to make deals pencil. Gino shares practical steps to find and structure deals that still produce strong returns without relying on unrealistic rent growth projections.You'll learn why buying on actuals, focusing on yield on cost, and avoiding risky assumptions are essential in 2025's market. Gino also discusses how to navigate tertiary markets, what to watch for with older assets, and why debt structure can make or break your deal.If you're serious about real estate investing, understanding positive leverage is a must—especially if you plan to refinance, reposition, or scale your portfolio in the next few years.Key topics include:Why cap rate vs. interest rate matters Using yield on cost to find value-add opportunities Avoiding common mistakes in a high-rate cycle Positioning for a refinance boom We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
To Join Donni's Mentorship Program, Actionable CEO: https://www.actionableceo.com/enrollTo Get Started As A Coach, Consultant or Course Creator: https://www.sixfigureacceleratoredu.com/homeDonni Wiggins is a business coach, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. She shares her insights on business coaching, and provides useful business tips. Her passion is helping others achieve business success.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Shaquille O'Neal (Shaq's Scholars Campus Scholarship and Mentorship Program) is a 4x NBA champion, sports analyst, and philanthropist. Shaquille joins the Armchair Expert to discuss discovering his love languages, how he learned to tame his inner bully with silliness, and why a nuclear physicist is who taught him how to accept criticism. Shaq and Dax talk about the incredible highs that followed the lows of his life, how he unwinds now by going to a hookah bar, and navigating the fine line between pain relief and addiction. Shaquille explains how beating Michael Jordan was a teaching moment, learning early on to appreciate the people that make you who you are, and the impetus for partnering with Campus.edu was advice he received to invest in things that change people's lives.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy—it's for anyone who wants to protect their family, avoid costly legal battles, and pass on assets with peace of mind. In this Jake & Gino episode, we sit down with Zach Tsakiris, founder of FastWill, a revolutionary platform making estate planning fast, affordable, and accessible from home.We cover why 70% of Americans don't have an estate plan, the hidden risks of letting the state decide for you, and how technology is disrupting the traditional (and expensive) attorney model. Zach breaks down the difference between a will and a trust, why a revocable living trust can save your loved ones from probate headaches, and how life events like marriage, having kids, or buying a home should trigger an update to your plan.Whether you're starting from scratch or updating outdated documents, this conversation gives you the tools to take control of your legacy—without the intimidation or high costs of the old way.Protect your assets. Protect your family. Start your estate plan today. Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction00:06:17 - Common estate planning mistakes to avoid00:14:04 - How FastWill disrupts the attorney model00:18:36 - When to start your will & trust (life events that matter)00:20:56 - Updating existing documents with FastWill00:28:43 - How long it really takes to complete your estate plan00:30:54 - Ideal age to start estate planning00:32:50 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Subith Dey, a Darwin based Chef turned Disability Support worker, bought four off-market deals in six months, all within 1-2 weeks of searching. I'm proud to say he's a client of the Property Investment Accelerator, and in this discussion we cover:
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investing Morning Show ( REI Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investing Morning Show ( REI Investment in Canada )
How do you build real, lasting generational wealth—and should you? In this week's How-To, Gino Barbaro (Jake & Gino co-founder) dives deep into the truth about creating generational wealth through multifamily real estate. But he doesn't stop there. Gino explores why teaching legacy skills—not just handing down properties—is the key to sustaining wealth across generations.You'll learn actionable strategies for scaling your real estate portfolio, planning your exit strategy, utilizing seller financing, creating trusts, and—most importantly—passing on values, not just assets. Whether you're just starting out or have a large portfolio, this episode will challenge your thinking about wealth, legacy, and impact.Want a FREE copy of Happy Money, Happy Family, Happy Legacy? Email Gino at gino@jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investing Morning Show ( REI Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investing Morning Show ( REI Investment in Canada )
What's the secret behind building long-term wealth, creating a legacy, and thinking like a billionaire? In this powerful episode of the Jake & Gino Podcast, Gino sits down with Richard C. Wilson, founder of Family Office Club and Billionaires.com, to unpack the strategies, mindset, and structure behind the ultra-wealthy's most powerful wealth-building tool: the family office.Whether you're just starting out or already investing in real estate or businesses, this episode will show you how to think holistically, establish core values, and build a legacy plan that scales with you. Richard shares personal stories, insights from interviewing over 40 billionaires (including Tony Robbins, Mark Cuban, and Tim Draper), and how proximity to the right people transforms your financial future.We dive deep into wealth allocation, parenting with purpose, the power of extreme focus, and why creating a family office is no longer just for billionaires. Learn how to structure your assets, who to include on your team, and why investing in yourself is the most powerful move you can make.Want to take the next step toward financial freedom and legacy wealth? Watch now and learn how to start your own family office—even if you're not ultra-rich… yet. Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Happy Money and Family Offices 00:01:53 - Building Your Family Office Team 00:02:48 - The Family Office Model Explained 00:05:49 - Common Mistakes in Starting a Family Office 00:07:44 - The Power of Proximity and Relationships 00:11:11 - Purpose Over Money 00:15:28 - Understanding Wealth and Family Dynamics 00:28:42 - Common-Sense Wealth Principles 00:32:40 - The Game of Wealth Creation 00:35:43 - Misconceptions About Billionaires00:41:33 - Richard's Final Takeaways & Where to Find Him We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
In this episode of the Jake and Gino "How-To" series, Gino Barbaro uncovers the real reasons why even experienced investors fail to get across the finish line. From lacking a clear acquisition strategy to carrying limiting beliefs about money, Gino walks you through the mindset, systems, and relationships necessary to succeed—especially in today's evolving market.Whether you're just getting started or stuck trying to scale, this episode delivers tactical advice and deep mindset shifts that will help you move forward with clarity and purpose.What You'll Learn:Why having no process or buy criteria keeps you stuck How “I'm-a do it all” thinking leads to burnout and slow progress What to focus on during tight market cycles How your subconscious money beliefs are sabotaging your success The importance of community, accountability, and delegation Want to explore your own money story?Schedule a strategy session with Gino: https://barbaro360.comSubscribe to the channel for more How-To episodes on multifamily investing, mindset, and financial freedom! We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
To Join Donni's Mentorship Program, Actionable CEO: https://www.actionableceo.com/enrollTo Get Started As A Coach, Consultant or Course Creator: https://www.sixfigureacceleratoredu.com/homeDonni Wiggins is a business coach, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. She shares her insights on business coaching, and provides useful business tips. Her passion is helping others achieve business success.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, we sit down with Mark Khuri, co-founder of SMK Capital Management, to explore his incredible 20-year journey in real estate investing. From house-hacking and flipping foreclosures in the 2000s to managing a diversified real estate investment fund, Mark shares actionable insights for both active and passive investors.He walks us through how he transitioned from operator to capital manager, why he fell in love with mobile home parks and self-storage, and how LP investing helped him build long-term wealth. The conversation digs deep into sponsor vetting, market shifts, recession-resistant strategies, and the hidden benefits of syndication.Whether you're an investor trying to scale or just curious about diversifying your portfolio, this episode offers a front-row seat into how a seasoned pro thinks about risk, returns, and long-term planning.What You'll Learn:The mindset shift from owning 60+ properties to capital managementHow to vet sponsors and structure LP investmentsWhy mobile home parks, self-storage, and retail are in Mark's sweet spotHow to create passive income with a self-directed IRAThe evolving state of the multifamily market and deal flow in 2025 Want to invest with Mark?Visit: https://www.smkcap.comEmail: info@smkcap.com Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Background 00:03:03 - Mark's Journey from Finance to Real Estate 00:06:55 - Transitioning Business Models in Real Estate 00:08:38 - Investing as a Limited Partner 00:11:07 - Vetting Sponsors and Deals 00:14:15 - Current Investment Strategies and Deal Flow 00:22:06 - Team Dynamics in Real Estate Investment 00:28:00 - The Impact of Market Changes on Leasing 00:34:09 - Investment Strategies and Market Insights 00:44:13 - Future Trends in Affordable Housing 00:47:10 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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Is the multifamily market heading for trouble? In this How-To episode, Gino Barbaro (co-founder of Jake & Gino) dives into the rising delinquency rates reported by Freddie Mac and unpacks the reasons behind this multifamily shakeup. From floating rate debt to tenant affordability and operating cost pressures, Gino explores how we got here and what investors can do now to survive—and thrive—through the downturn.Download your FREE copy of Wheelbarrow Profits:Email Gino directly at gino@jakeandgino.com to get your free PDF.Visit https://wheelbarrowprofits.com to schedule a call and learn how the 3-step framework can work for you. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
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Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
In this episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast, we're joined by Profit First author and serial entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz—the mind behind Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan, and The Money Habit. Mike reveals why traditional financial thinking keeps most businesses broke, and how to flip the script with his game-changing Profit First framework.What You'll Learn:Why “Revenue - Expenses = Profit” is brokenHow to reverse engineer profit with real estateThe behavioral psychology behind business financesWhy diversification may be hurting your businessWhen and how to sell your company the right wayWhy now is the best time to buy small businesses Visit https://www.MikeMotorbike.com for Mike's books and resources.Subscribe for more insights on real estate investing, entrepreneurship, and wealth-building. Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:33 - What Profit First Really Means 00:04:01 - Profit Per Unit (PPU) Explained 00:10:36 - Scaling vs. Growing: What's the Difference? 00:13:43 - When to Sell (and NOT Sell) Your Business 00:15:09 - The Power of a 4-Week Vacation for System Testing 00:21:49 - Why Now Is the Best Time to Buy Small Businesses 00:27:36 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
What can real estate investors learn from Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal? In this solo episode of the Jake & Gino How-To Podcast, Gino Barbaro breaks down Trump's classic deal-making framework and shows how it directly applies to successful multifamily investing.Whether you love Trump or not, his negotiation principles have helped real estate moguls and business owners across the globe. Tune in to see how they can transform your multifamily game.Get your FREE book: Email Gino at gino@jakeandgino.com to receive a free PDF copy of Happy Money, Happy Family, Happy Legacy. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
To Join Donni's Mentorship Program, Actionable CEO: https://www.actionableceo.com/enrollTo Get Started As A Coach, Consultant or Course Creator: https://www.sixfigureacceleratoredu.com/homeDonni Wiggins is a business coach, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. She shares her insights on business coaching, and provides useful business tips. Her passion is helping others achieve business success.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
In this eye-opening episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino flies solo to interview Chris Miles, founder of Money Ripples, cashflow expert, and former financial advisor turned passive income evangelist. Together, they pull back the curtain on the real problems with traditional retirement planning—and how most people have been brainwashed into believing the 401(k) is their only path to freedom.Chris reveals how he escaped the rat race at just 28 years old by ditching accumulation and embracing cash flow-focused investing. He shares why the FIRE movement gets it wrong, how financial advisors are incentivized to sell—not serve—and why real estate, hard money lending, and infinite banking may offer far better alternatives.Whether you're tired of the "set it and forget it" retirement advice or you're simply looking to build wealth that works now, this episode delivers practical insights and controversial truths.Connect with Chris Miles:https://www.moneyripples.comListen to the Money Ripples Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.Topics Discussed:Why the 401(k) was never meant for the average person The myth of the 4% rule (and why it's actually 2-3%) What most millionaires still worry about in retirement How to escape the saver-scarcity mindset The problem with the FIRE movement and mutual funds Cash flow investing vs. equity-focused investing Building your financial network and foundation Why Chris prefers whole life insurance, real estate, and lending Subscribe for weekly insights on wealth, mindset, and multifamily investing from the Jake & Gino Network.Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:06:04 - Why Traditional Retirement Advice Failed Chris' Dad 00:07:28 - The Myth of the 4% Rule and FIRE Movement Critique 00:12:28 - Are You Living in Financial Fear? Emotional Ties to Money 00:18:23 - Breaking Intergenerational Money Patterns 00:25:30 - The System Is Broken. Follow the Money 00:30:55 - How to Build a Real Financial Foundation 00:37:20 - The Best Vehicles for Wealth Building in 2025 00:40:47 - Why Equity Is Great, But Cash Flow Is King 00:43:23 - Raw Land, Oil & Gas, and Other Income-Producing Vehicles 00:47:40 - Connect with Chris Miles 00:48:13 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
This episode of the USEA Official Podcast takes you behind the scenes of the USEA Youth Mentorship Program — a unique opportunity for young riders to explore the sport from an entirely different perspective. Nicole Brown is joined by long-time program coordinator Vicki Howard-Fine, who shares the story of how the initiative has grown since its launch in 2008 to include young riders and intercollegiate athletes across the country. From shadowing top officials to understanding cross-country design and dressage judging, the program helps youth athletes build knowledge, confidence, and networks that can shape their careers — whether in or out of the saddle. Plus, we hear firsthand from Ellie Moran and Lucy Leff, two recent participants who open up about what they learned, the people they met, and how the experience is already influencing their riding and professional ambitions. Learn more and apply for the Youth Mentorship Program here.
Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast ( Investing / Investment in Canada )
In this episode of the Jake & Gino How-To series, Gino Barbaro dives deep into the critical difference between growth and scaling—and why understanding this difference can make or break your multifamily investing journey.Discover:How "Profit Per Unit" (PPU) became a more valuable KPI than total doors Why revenue is vanity, profit margin is sanity, and cash is king What tools and systems (like EOS and Scaling Up) helped streamline operations The cadence of accountability: daily huddles, weekly L10s, quarterly priorities Why understanding your values is essential to scaling with purpose Whether you're managing 10 units or aiming for 1,000+, this episode delivers tangible strategies, inspiring stories, and actionable advice to grow smarter — not just bigger.Want to learn more about implementing these systems? Visit https://www.wheelbarrowprofits.com or email Gino directly at gino@jakeandgino.com for a FREE copy of their book or the Cadence of Accountability Doc. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
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In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, we sit down with Nick Maggiulli — creator of Dollars and Data and bestselling author of Just Keep Buying and Just Keep Mining. Nick breaks down his new book and signature "Wealth Ladder" framework — a six-level approach to building wealth based on net worth and financial behaviors. We discuss how your income, mindset, and investment strategy must evolve as you move up the ladder. Whether you're just starting out with less than $10K or strategizing how to break into the $10M+ wealth bracket, this conversation will help you identify where you are, what's holding you back, and what to do next.You'll also hear about:The dangers of ego-driven spending (looking at you, $800 car payments) Why most people get stuck at levels 1 and 2 Why increasing income is more powerful than cutting spending Why saving, investing, and possibly starting a business are keys to long-term wealth Grab Nick's new book Just Keep Mining and visit: https://ofdollarsanddata.comConnect with Nick:Twitter: @dollarsanddataWebsite: https://ofdollarsanddata.comSUBSCRIBE for more investing, business, and financial mindset episodes every week.Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:02 - What is the Wealth Ladder? The 6 Levels Explained 00:10:47 - What Assets Dominate Each Level of Wealth? 00:14:04 - Wealth Disparities & Home Ownership Data 00:14:55 - The Matsushita Story: Wealth Evolution Through Strategy Shifts 00:16:54 - Why Most People Never Reach Level 5 or 6 00:19:39 - How Income and Mindset Shape Your Net Worth 00:23:56 - Wealth as a Scorecard & Source of Purpose 00:29:31 - Key Behaviors and Strategies for Leveling Up 00:32:50 - When to Start a Business or Stay in Your Lane 00:34:45 - Best Investing Advice: Just Keep Buying 00:36:42 - Book Recommendations 00:37:32 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
In this how-to video, Gino Barbaro—co-founder of Jake & Gino and Barbaro360—dives deep into how to perform a rental comp analysis in multifamily real estate. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned investor, understanding how to comp rents properly is crucial for accurate underwriting, valuation, and deal evaluation.Learn what metrics matter most when running rent comps, how to leverage AI tools for efficiency, and how to avoid rookie mistakes that can cost you money. From vintage and unit size to location and median income—this guide breaks down everything you need to know to confidently analyze rental income potential in any market.Subscribe for more weekly real estate education videos!Visit: https://jakeandgino.comBook a Call: https://jakeandgino.com/apply/ We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, we welcome Brent Bowers, Army veteran turned land-flipping expert and founder of The Land Sharks. Brent shares how he escaped the rat race, built passive income through vacant land investing, and found lifestyle freedom without traditional rentals.We dive deep into:His transition from military service to real estate success The hamster wheel of wholesaling and how land helped him break free Scalable strategies to flip, finance, and profit from land deals How he built a business that fuels his family's lifestyle—on his own terms Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand into land or passive income, Brent's story offers real, actionable insights you won't want to miss.Connect with Brent: https://www.thelandsharks.comChapters:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:01 - Brent's Money Bio & Entrepreneurial Roots 00:05:51 - Military Mindset Shift & Humbling Beginnings 00:09:27 - The Deal Junkie Mentality & Breaking Free 00:16:27 - Why People Sell Land for Pennies 00:18:36 - Entitlements, Site Work, and Scaling 00:23:35 - Built-to-Rent, Mobile Homes, and Market Strategy 00:29:15 - Market Cycles, Mistakes, and Lessons Learned 00:38:01 - Coaching the Next Generation of Land Investors 00:41:11 - Books That Changed Brent's Life 00:45:50 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Managing rentals isn't glamorous—but it's where the profits are made. In this How-To episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, breaks down the 4 P's of managing your rentals: People, Price, Promotion, and Product. If you're struggling to fill units, you're likely violating one of these essential principles.Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, mastering these four levers will help you increase cash flow, reduce downtime, and grow a scalable multifamily business. Want to go deeper? Visit https://www.wheelbarrowprofits.com to schedule a call and get a free copy of our Wheelbarrow Profits book. We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
In this episode of the Jake and Gino Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Green, founder of Alchemy of Money, to unpack a journey filled with transformation, entrepreneurial grit, and real estate mastery.From cold-calling in IT sales to flipping foreclosures with FHA loans, Brandon shares how early failures and IRS audits paved the way to building scalable, investor-focused financial services. We dive into his identity journey, leadership evolution, and the surprising truth about achieving financial freedom.Key Discussion Topics:The difference between short-term vs. long-term sales Building wealth without a degree Scaling a business the hard way (through fire!) Life after selling a brokerage Why real financial freedom is eliminating the word “should” from your calendar How Alchemy of Money helps real estate entrepreneurs sleep better at night Learn how to make your money work for you — and why your business's financial backend could be holding you back. Visit: https://alchemyofmoney.co Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:29 - Buying His First Property with an FHA Loan 00:04:39 - Identifying as a Billionaire & Learning to Scale 00:08:15 - Why Setting the Right Goals Matters 00:16:59 - “Wandering in the Desert” Post-Exit 00:20:37 - Why Freedom = Eliminating “Should” 00:23:57 - Learning to Lead: The Assistant Who Quit 00:31:11 - Sales: Short-Term vs. Long-Term Relationships 00:36:42 - What is Alchemy of Money? 00:45:38 - The Name Behind “Alchemy” 00:46:43 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)