Best Tait Duryea Podcasts (2025)

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#133 - Year-End Tax Moves Pilots Can’t Miss with Toby Mathis 52:37

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Taxes become more exciting, especially when it’s with Toby Mathis. Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome back tax strategist and investor Toby Mathis for another powerhouse session on how to keep more of your money before year-end. From bonus depreciation and the short-term rental loophole to smarter charitable giving and donor-advised funds, Toby re…

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353. The Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k): What High-Income Earners Should Know with Alex Savage 27:33

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli and Nathan Sosa, Head of the National Tax Department at Hall CPA, sit down with Alex Savage, CPA, CFP, to unpack the Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k), one of the most powerful yet underutilized tax strategies for high-income earners.They break down how the strategy works, who qualifies, and why…

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#132 - How to Buy an Airport with Robert DeLaurentis 55:43

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What happens when a real estate investor decides to buy an airport? In this episode, host Tait and Ryan sit down with Robert DeLaurentis, the “Peace Pilot,” to unpack how he transformed a rundown airport into a thriving hub of aviation and community life. Robert shares how his decades in multifamily real estate funded his passion for flying, why le…

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352. Solar Tax Credits for Real Estate Investors: What's Legit (And What's Not) With Nathan Sosa 35:55

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli and Nathan Sosa, Head of the National Tax Department at Hall CPA, dive deep into solar tax credits: how they work, who qualifies, and whether they can truly offset your tax liability as a real estate investor.From residential installations to short-term rentals and syndicated solar inves…

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#131 - Reading the Economy: Insights from the Bowtie Economist, Dr. Elliot Eisenberg 40:38

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Where should you put your money right now? Ryan Gibson and Tait Duryea sit down with economist Dr. Elliot Eisenberg to decode the markets, interest rates, and the economic forces shaping your portfolio. From AI layoffs to multifamily real estate, they break down how high-income earners, especially pilots, can build wealth intelligently amid uncerta…

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351. Year-End Tax Planning 2025: What Every Investor Should Be Doing Now with Justin Shore, EA 32:50

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli and Justin Shore discuss essential year-end tax strategies for real estate investors looking to close out 2025 strong. As Q4 winds down, they walk through the most effective levers you can pull before December 31 to minimize taxes, maximize deductions, and set yourself up for a smoother …

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#130 - From Wall Street to Real Wealth: Lessons from Ted Greene 28:56

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What does true diversification look like when you’re building wealth as a pilot? In this episode, Ryan Gibson sits down with his longtime colleague and friend, Ted Greene, to unpack how to define success with your spouse, avoid emotional investing, and create a portfolio that brings peace of mind. From surviving Wall Street lawsuits to building las…

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350. What Every Syndicator Gets Wrong About Taxes, Funds, and Their CPA with MLRE 31:36

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli sits down with Matt Hamilton and Nathan Sosa, co-hosts of the Major League Real Estate Podcast and leaders at Hall CPA, to unpack the complex world of real estate syndications and funds and the tax traps that even seasoned operators overlook.Matt and Nathan work directly with large priva…

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349. How to Scale, Profit, and Survive in Today’s STR Market with Thanks for Visiting 36:43

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli sits down with Annette Grant and Sarah Karakaian, co-founders of Thanks for Visiting, to reveal what it really takes to run a profitable short-term rental business in today’s market.Annette and Sarah have coached thousands of hosts on how to build scalable, hospitality-driven operations …

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#129 - Ego, Taxes, and the Paycheck Trap: Pilot Wealth Myths Exposed 29:42

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Why do so many high-earning pilots struggle to build real wealth? Hosts Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson get candid about the habits, mindset, and blind spots that keep aviators from achieving true financial independence. They reveal the five biggest mistakes pilots make, from lifestyle creep and tax traps to ego-driven investing, and how to replace the…

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348. How to Turn ANY Airbnb into a Money Machine with Taylor Jones 38:16

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas and Ryan sit down with short-term rental expert Taylor Jones to break down how investors are transforming ordinary Airbnbs into high-ROI “money machines”, even as the STR landscape becomes more competitive.Tune in to learn:- Why data-driven decisions outperform emotion-based investing every time.…

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Iron Horse Energy Fund Webinar 1:27:44

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We are thrilled to announce the opening of our Iron Horse Energy Fund, a $100M domestic drilling program offering accredited investors access to high-quality wells alongside major operators like EOG, ConocoPhillips, and Continental. Founder Tait Duryea, joined by Courtney (Iron Horse Energy), Mark Fleming (30-year oil & gas veteran), and CPA Nathan…

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#128 - Inside the Fine Print: PPMs, Trust, and Investor Protection with Seth Bradley 42:46

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What do private placement memorandums really mean for you as an investor? Hosts Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson sit down with attorney and real estate operator Seth Bradley to pull back the curtain on syndication documents, accreditation rules, and what truly protects investors. Seth shares his personal journey from med school to big law to entrepreneu…

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347. W-2 Tax Strategies in 2025: What's Actually Working 39:08

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, hosts Thomas Castelli and Ryan Carriere dive into one of the most-requested topics from high-income investors and professionals, W-2 tax strategies.Tune in to learn:- Why W-2 income is so highly taxed and the biggest obstacles to offsetting it- How Section 469 passive activity rules work and proven ways…

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#127 - LLCs, Trusts, and K-1s: Smarter Asset Protection with Adam Kintigh 52:03

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How protected is your wealth if something goes wrong? In this episode of Passive Income Pilots, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson sit down with asset protection expert Adam Kintigh to share practical strategies every pilot and high-income professional should know. From real estate privacy trusts that cut transfer taxes to Wyoming LLCs that safeguard synd…

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Pref Equity Masterclass 44:19

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What’s the smartest way to position yourself in today’s real estate market? Tait Duryea and Hunter Thompson dissect the capital stack and explain how investors can use private debt, common equity, and preferred equity to balance risk and reward. They reveal why banks hold the safest seat at the table, how leverage amplifies returns, and why PREF eq…

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346. From Cockpit to Capital: Tax Strategies High W-2 Earners Need to Know with Tait Duryea 55:42

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From the cockpit to commercial real estate, Tait's story shows how a high-earning W-2 professional can build wealth outside of the stock market. In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Tait shares the lessons he learned moving from single-family to multifamily to syndications and the strategies that help pilots and other professionals put the…

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September 2025 Hangar Talk 56:45

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What does it really take to grow wealth as a high-income professional? In this Hangar Talk, the team shares updates on the upcoming Investor Weekend in Colorado, including property tours, golf at Four Mile Ranch, and fireside conversations with oil and gas advisor Mark Fleming. You’ll also learn about the “buddy bidding” program, self-directed reti…

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#126 - Early Real Estate Mistakes and Lessons Learned 33:11

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What separates pilots who want to invest from those who actually succeed? In this episode, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson share the real stories behind their first deals, the mistakes they made, and the lessons that still guide them today. From disastrous single-family rentals to managing multifamily properties, they explain why failure is often the b…

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Azara Tempe Fireside Chat 15:21

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Join Turbine Capital CEO Tait Duryea and Asym Capital founder Hunter Thompson as they sit down on-site at Azara Tempe. In this 15-minute conversation, Hunter shares why Phoenix remains one of the strongest multifamily markets in the U.S., how today’s challenges are more about financing than fundamentals, and why this property’s location, basis, and…

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345. Estate Planning for Real Estate Investors (Trusts vs. Wills) with Attorney Diana Khan 31:30

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Estate planning is one of the most overlooked parts of real estate investing, but without it, your portfolio and family can be left exposed. This week on the Tax Smart REI Podcast, we sit down with attorney, broker, and investor Diana Khan to talk about how real estate investors should approach estate planning.You'll learn:- Why every investor need…

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Azara Tempe Q&A Forum 1:00:34

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In this episode, we hosted a Live Q&A Forum for Azara Tempe, giving investors the opportunity to ask questions, discuss the business plan, review underwriting, explore different share classes, understand the location, and hear more of the backstory behind this multifamily investment opportunity. To reserve your spot or discover more about Azara Tem…

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Azara Tempe Webinar with Hunter Thompson and Tyler Lyons 59:51

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In this episode, we share the full investor webinar for Azara Tempe, a 56-unit multifamily community in the premier North Tempe submarket of Phoenix, Arizona. The Turbine Capital and Asym Capital teams walk through the opportunity, business plan, and share classes available to investors. For more information or to submit a commitment, please visit …

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344. Is a Condo or Single-Family Home Better for Maximizing Bonus Depreciation? (And More FAQ) 27:51

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli and Ryan Carriere, CPA, answer real investor questions from the investing community, tackling some of the most pressing topics around bonus depreciation, short-term rentals, and advanced tax planning.Tune in to learn:- How cost segregation results differ between condos, single-family hom…

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343. 100% Bonus Is Back: Is Now the Time for a Short-Term Rental? 39:26

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli and Ryan Carriere, CPA, break down the two most common questions investors are asking after the passage of the “Big Beautiful Bill” and the return of 100% bonus depreciation:- Should you invest in real estate or specifically short-term rentals for tax savings?- When does it make sense to…

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#125 - Oil & Gas Investing for High-Income Pilots with Mark Fleming 52:18

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Can oil and gas really be a smart play for high-income professionals? In this episode, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson sit down with Mark Fleming, petroleum engineer and Turbine Capital’s oil & gas advisor, to break it down. From the basics of how drilling works to the tax advantages that can offset W2 income, you’ll learn the realities of this often-m…

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342. This Mistake Could Sink You in an IRS Audit with Justin Shore, EA 39:01

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli sits down with Hall CPA Advisory Manager Justin Shore to break down why bookkeeping isn’t just busy work, it’s the foundation of audit defense and financial success as a real estate investor.Tune in to learn:- Why sloppy bookkeeping can raise red flags and trigger IRS scrutiny- The key d…

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#124 - $44 Trillion and the Future of Retirement Investing with Mat Sorensen 50:52

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Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome Mat Sorensen, CEO of Directed IRA, for a powerful discussion on how pilots and high-income professionals can unlock private investment opportunities through retirement accounts. From self-directed IRAs to Solo Ks, Mat explains the mechanics of rolling over old 401(k)s, navigating recent regulatory changes, and ta…

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341. From One Rental to $943K in Depreciation and Almost Zero Taxes with Zack Mattos 38:34

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas and Ryan sit down with financial planner and short-term rental investor Zack Mattos to unpack how he went from a 20-year career focused solely on traditional retirement accounts to leveraging real estate to nearly eliminate his tax bill, including a staggering $943K in depreciation from one luxur…

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#123 - Market Cycles, Debt, and Real Estate Opportunities with Hunter Thompson 49:22

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Is now the right time to buy real estate or to hold cash? In this episode, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson sit down with Hunter Thompson, founder of Asym Capital and host of Cash Flow Connections, to unpack today’s real estate market. They cover cycles, debt structures, the COVID impact, rising interest rates, and why current distress is more about fin…

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Turbine Capital Annual Shareholder Event 2025 1:22:45

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Tait Duryea hosts Turbine Capital’s 2025 Annual Shareholder Event, reflecting on the firm’s most successful year to date. With Brittney Atiburcio and guest advisor Mark Fleming, the team shares company growth, portfolio performance across 30 active deals, and insights into today’s economic reset. They also share updates on multifamily, industrial, …

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Hangar Talk August 2025: Houston, Tempe, and the 2025 Oil & Gas Fund Explained 27:18

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Tait Duryea and the Turbine Capital team break down key investor updates, starting with the fast-approaching August 15th subscription deadline for the Houston storage deal. Hear about Azara Tempe, a 56-unit multifamily near ASU with strong occupancy, solid returns, and significant depreciation benefits. Then meet Mark Fleming, Turbine Capital’s new…

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Hangar Talk July 2025: Oil & Gas Tax Strategies 29:49

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Tait Duryea welcomes Nathan Sosa for the first guest appearance of the Hangar Talk series to break down one of the most powerful and misunderstood tax advantages available to high-income earners: oil and gas investing. They unpack how working interests can offset W-2 income, why structure matters, and how the upcoming Iron Horse Energy Fund is desi…

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340. From Chickens to Cashflow: Inside a $3.5M Lending Portfolio and 100+ Door Empire 37:52

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In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas and Ryan sit down with entrepreneur and investor John Paul Houston to unpack his journey from running a backyard chicken operation to building a $3.5M private lending portfolio and a 100+ door real estate empire — all while dramatically reducing his tax bill by qualifying as a Real Estate Profess…

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Hangar Talk June 2025: Cashflow, Capital, and Splits 29:18

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What do “7% preferred return” and “70/30 split” actually mean for your investment? In this Hangar Talk episode, Tait Duryea breaks down how cashflow and waterfalls work in GP-LP real estate deals. Using relatable rental property examples, he explains preferred returns, equity multiples, liquidity events, capital account reductions, and the tax trea…

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#122 - How Pilots Use Whole Life Insurance to Fund Investments with Rod Zabriskie 49:50

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What if your life insurance could help you invest without selling a single asset? Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome back Rod Zabriskie of Money Insights to demystify how whole life insurance can be used as a wealth-building tool. They break down the differences between term and whole life, how cash value grows, and why this strategy avoids risks …