Running a business and a household? Same. I'm Alison Quinn, Virtual Assistant, Online Business Manager, parent and chronic pain advocate. I've been running my own business for over six years, supporting freelancers, founders and creatives to get organised, regain momentum and stop doing it all alone. Deadlines and Dirty Dishes is where strategy meets real life. It's a podcast for business owners navigating client deadlines, growing a team or outsourcing for the first time, while also managin ...
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Welcome to the Build to Billions podcast, the ultimate guide for successful entrepreneurs and investors ready to scale from millions to billions. We believe that the key to exponential growth lies in a mindset and practice of stewardship over ownership, rooted in billionaire biblical principles. Each episode is designed to help you compound your wealth and elevate your life, so you can give more of it away to support the MVPs—those who need it most. Join us on this transformative journey to ...
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Virtual Assistants in Business with Pete Neubig
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5:14In this episode of Build It to Billions, Brett Swarts sits down with Pete Neubig, property management expert, entrepreneur, and co-founder of VPM Solutions. Pete shares how virtual assistants can revolutionize your business, helping you scale efficiently while cutting costs. He dives into hiring the right remote talent, setting up KPIs, and avoidin…
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You’re overwhelmed, stretched too thin, and somehow still the bottleneck in your own business. You know you need support, but what kind? In this episode of Deadlines and Dirty Dishes, I dive into one of the most common questions I hear from freelancers and founders: “Should I hire a Virtual Assistant or an Online Business Manager?” I break down the…
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How to Manage Overwhelm and Maintain Productivity
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46:45Ever feel like your to-do list is plotting against you? Like you’re treading water in your business and home life while the current just keeps getting stronger? In this episode of Deadlines and Dirty Dishes, I share my honest experience of overwhelm, not just from work, but from the relentless overlap of solo parenting, school holidays, and managin…
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From Books to Business: How Bedtime Stories Transformed My Approach to Work and Support
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30:24What can reading Room on the Broom with your child teach you about running a business? Quite a lot, actually. In this episode of Deadlines and Dirty Dishes, I share the unexpected way bedtime stories with my daughter reshaped how I think about productivity, growth, and client relationships. From rediscovering my own love of reading to seeing the po…
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Amplifying Impact through Digital Marketing with Josh Woodward
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15:42In this episode of the Build It to Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Josh Woodward, founder of Mastermind Advisor Marketing. Josh shares transformative insights into how financial advisors can scale their businesses, enhance client trust, and dominate their niche through innovative marketing strategies. From leveraging digital tool…
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In this episode, I share what it’s really like to run a business while living with Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition I’ve managed for over two decades. From sleepless nights and brain fog to client meetings and content deadlines, this episode explores eight practical, tested strategies that have helped me balance long-term pain with sustainabl…
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Capital Gains, Real Estate, and Trusts with Kent Crawford
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5:15In this episode of Build to Billions, Brett welcomes seasoned insurance professional Kent Crawford to share his entrepreneurial journey—from launching an agency in Portland to building a thriving business in Southern California with partner Bob Clemo. Kent discusses key moments of growth, including investing in commercial real estate, selling the a…
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Leveraging Trusts for Tax-Free Wealth with Kent Crawford
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48:37In this episode, seasoned insurance professional Kent Crawford shares his journey from launching a successful agency in Newport Beach to becoming a trusted financial consultant. He opens up about navigating capital gains tax challenges, adopting the Deferred Sales Trust as an alternative to the 1031 exchange, and leveraging life insurance through t…
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Mastering Marketing for Financial Advisors with Josh Woodward
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5:17In this episode of the Build to Billions podcast, Brett Swartz interviews Josh Woodward, founder of Mastermind Advisor Marketing. Josh shares valuable insights on how financial advisors can enhance their online presence, build brand awareness, and foster trust with clients. He emphasizes the importance of delegating tasks to a support team to focus…
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Commercial Real Estate Insights with Kamyar Rezaie
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17:20In this episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, Brett Swarts interviews Kamyar Rezaie, President and CEO of Wembley's Inc. Kamyar discusses his journey from residential real estate to leading commercial real estate transactions worth over $500 million. He shares valuable insights on market trends, interest rates, and strategies for success in …
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Wealth Building & Stewardship Gideon Pfeffer
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37:25In this episode of the Build It to Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts interviews Gideon Pfeffer, Managing Partner of The GSH Group, who shares his remarkable journey from single-family investments to leading a billion-dollar multifamily portfolio. With over 7,000 units under management, Gideon discusses the keys to scaling efficiently, balancing a…
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Building a Billion-Dollar Portfolio with Gideon Pfeffer
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5:20In this episode of Build to Billions, Brett interviews Gideon Pfeffer, a seasoned real estate investor with over 20 years of experience. Gideon shares his journey from building a large single-family rental platform to transitioning into multifamily investments through the GSh Group. He discusses raising over $300 million in equity, amassing a portf…
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SBA Loans & Cap Rates: Insights with Kamyar K Rezaie
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4:55In this episode of Build to Millions, Brett Swartz interviews Kamyar K Rezaie, CEO of Wembleys Inc., who shares insights from his 18 years of experience in real estate. Kamyar discusses the current commercial real estate landscape, including the impact of high interest rates, inflation, and the rising demand for SBA loans by owner-occupied buyers. …
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Why Investors Are Betting on Industrial Real Estate & Oil with Ben Fraser
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49:52In this episode of Build It to Billions, Brett Swarts interviews Ben Fraser, CIO of Aspen Funds, to explore the booming industrial real estate sector, the hidden potential of oil and gas investments, and how Aspen Funds is capitalizing on these opportunities. Ben shares his journey from banking to private equity, offering valuable insights into mac…
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From Banking to Billion-Dollar Investments with Ben Fraser
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5:16In this episode of Build It to Billions, host Brett Swarts interviews Ben Frazier, CIO of Aspen Funds, who shares his journey from commercial banking to private equity. Ben discusses the growth of Aspen Funds, which focuses on risk-adjusted opportunities in various asset classes based on macroeconomic trends. He dives into the world of industrial r…
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From Blue-Collar to $1.3B in Real Estate with Brandon Rooks
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44:05In this episode of the Build It to Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Brandon Rooks, founder and manager of Rockstar Capital Group. Brandon shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings and military service to becoming a successful fund manager specializing in land entitlement investments. Discover how Brandon and his team st…
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Creating Multi-Million Dollar Brands with Kevin Lavelle
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48:28In this episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Kevin Lavelle, CEO and Co-Founder of Harbor and Founder of Mizzen Main. Kevin shares his inspiring journey from revolutionizing the menswear industry with the world’s first performance fabric dress shirt to now reshaping the baby monitor market with Harbor. Discov…
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Building Trust, Innovation, and Impact with Kevin Lavelle
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5:06In this episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, Brett Swarts interviews Kevin Lavelle, CEO and co-founder of Harbor. Kevin discusses his journey from creating Mizzen and Main to pioneering a revolutionary baby monitor with Harbor. He shares key entrepreneurial insights, the power of belief, and his commitment to philanthropy. #Entrepreneurship…
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From Military to Millionaire with Brandon Rooks
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4:51In this episode of the Build to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts interviews Brandon Rooks, founder of Rockstar Capital Group. Brandon shares his inspiring journey, starting from humble beginnings and military service to becoming a successful real estate investor. He discusses his transition from sales to real estate, his challenges in the 2008 c…
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In this episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts interviews KC Chohan, founder of TogetherCFO.com. KC shares insights into the power of Private Family Foundations as a tool to maximize tax savings, build multigenerational wealth, and create lasting legacies. He breaks down complex financial strategies and explains how billiona…
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Algorithmic Trading Secrets with Mark Anderson
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5:44In this episode of the Build to Billions podcast, Brett Swartz interviews Mark Anderson, a Texas-based expert in algorithmic zero-day index option trading. Mark shares his inspiring journey from overcoming dyslexia to earning over a million dollars annually. He emphasizes the importance of asymmetric risk-reward, liquidity, and compounding income i…
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Family Foundations & Tax Strategies with Kc Chohan
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4:34In this episode of Build to Billions, Brett Swartz interviews KC, an expert in CFO strategy and wealth protection for high-net-worth families. KC shares his journey from a Big Four accounting firm to founding a CFO services business in Beverly Hills. He discusses the power of private family foundations for tax advantages, legacy building, and how b…
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From Construction to Hedge Fund with Mark Anderson
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47:48In this episode of Build It to Billions, Brett Swarts interviews Mark Anderson, founder of MBH Capital Management, who shares his remarkable journey from a dyslexic student to building a cutting-edge hedge fund. Mark reveals his strategies for wealth-building through zero-day options trading, risk premium wealth planning, and market inefficiencies.…
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Scaling from Millions to Billions with Expo Group's Kevin White
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37:51In this episode of the Build it to Billions Podcast, Brett Swarts sits down with Kevin White, co-founder of Expo Group, to discuss the critical steps for building hyper-scalable finance functions in growth-stage companies. Kevin shares his expertise on identifying the right financial tools, timing their implementation, and the importance of alignin…
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Building Scalable Finance with Kevin Gwen White
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4:57In this episode of Build It to Billions, Brett Swarts is joined by Kevin Gwen White, an expert in building scalable finance systems for businesses. Kevin shares his insights into creating robust financial structures that can grow alongside expanding businesses, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning, effective cash flow management, and le…
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Risk Management, and Market Timing with Brian Burke
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44:47In this episode of Build It to Billions, host Brett Swarts interviews Brian Burke, Founder of Praxis Capital and author of The Hands-Off Investor. Brian shares his journey from flipping houses to scaling a billion-dollar lending business and managing over $800 million in real estate assets. #BuildItToBillions #RealEstateInvesting #BillionDollarJour…
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In this episode of Build It to Billions, Brian Burke, Founder of Praxis Capital and author of The Hands-Off Investor, shares his inspiring journey from flipping houses to scaling a billion-dollar real estate business. He discusses key strategies for risk management, market timing, and how he built a successful portfolio managing over $800 million i…
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How Bitcoin Empowers Everyone with Natalie Brunell
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37:44In this episode of the Build it to Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Bitcoin expert and media commentator Natalie Brunell. Natalie shares her incredible journey from her roots in Poland to becoming an award-winning journalist and influential Bitcoin educator. Together, they explore the revolutionary potential of Bitcoin, focusing o…
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The Power of Self-Directed IRAs with Kaaren Hall
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5:37In this episode of Build It to Billions, Brett Swarts sits down with Kaaren Hall, a leading expert on self-directed IRAs. Kaaren shares valuable insights into the power of self-directed retirement accounts and how investors can use them to diversify their portfolios, build wealth, and gain more control over their financial future. She discusses key…
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Blueprint for Short-Term Rental Success with Fouad Bazzi
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29:26In this episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, Brett Swarts sits down with Fouad Bazzi, a 20-year veteran in the banking industry turned short-term rental expert. Fouad shares his inspiring journey from corporate banking to building a $20M real estate portfolio by leveraging other people’s money (OPM). He discusses the importance of relations…
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From Firefighter to Financial Freedom with Dave Seymour
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49:27In this powerful episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Dave Seymour, a former firefighter turned real estate fund manager, star of A&E's Flipping Boston, and the visionary behind Freedom Venture Investments. Dave shares his compelling journey from financial struggles during the 2008 crisis to becoming a stewa…
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Transforming Hollywood with Dr. Ted Baehr
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38:45Join Brett Swarts in an inspiring conversation with Dr. Ted Baehr, founder of Good News Communications and the Christian Film and Television Commission. Dr. Baehr shares his personal journey of faith, redemption, and his mission to transform Hollywood by promoting faith-based and family-friendly films. Learn about his insights on the business of mo…
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Mastering Cash Flow for Restaurants and Beyond with Tim Sernett
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32:09In this episode of Build It To Billions, Brett Swarts welcomes Tim Sernett, a seasoned CPA and founder of Financial Optics, who shares his journey of helping restaurant owners and small businesses master their finances. From understanding cash flow to leveraging niche expertise, Tim dives into actionable strategies for achieving financial freedom i…
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Blueprint for Long-Term Multifamily Success with Jon Weiskopf
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45:02In this powerful episode of Build It to Billions, Brett Swarts sits down with Jon Weiskopf, founder of Blue Eyed Capital, to discuss how sustainability and resilience go hand-in-hand in building long-term wealth through multifamily real estate. Jon shares insights from his time leading Apple Retail's global engineering programs and how those lesson…
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Mastering Time, Wealth, and Location Freedom with Dr. Vikram Raya
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37:00In this episode of the Build It To Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Dr. Vikram Raya, a cardiologist-turned-entrepreneur and real estate mogul. Dr. Raya shares his remarkable journey from practicing medicine to building multi-million-dollar ventures and achieving the "Five Freedoms"—Time, Financial, Physical, Mindset, and Location …
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From 11 Rentals to 10,000 Units with Lane Kawaoka
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42:50In this episode of Build It to Billions, Brett Swarts interviews Lane Kawaoka, the author of The Wealth Elevator. Lane shares his inspiring journey from a W-2 engineer to managing over 10,000 multifamily units. He discusses the strategic mindset shifts required to transition into large-scale investing, the concept of the wealth elevator, and his ve…
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Tax-Saving and Business Growth Strategies with Keith Steincamp
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33:29In this episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Keith Steincamp, CPA and Certified Tax Advisor, to uncover the secrets behind achieving sustainable business growth, maximizing cash flow, and minimizing taxes. Keith shares his insights from over 30 years of experience working with small startups and Fortune 500 …
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Transitioning from Syndication to Fund Models with Matt Burk
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37:18In this episode of Build it to Billions, host Brett Swarts sits down with Matt Burk, founder of Verivest, Fairway America, and FundSom. With over 30 years in real estate finance and a proven track record of managing billions in assets, Matt shares his insights on transitioning from real estate syndications to fund models. Discover the key differenc…
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Discovering Truly Passive Income with Jean Klinkhamer
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36:43In this episode of the Build It to Billions Podcast, Brett Swarts sits down with Jean Klinkhamer, President and Fund Manager of Klink Loans Fund, to dive into the concept of truly passive income and its transformative impact on personal freedom and legacy. Jean shares how his journey from ministry to real estate investment led him to create a fund …
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Mastering Multifamily Investing with Mike Morawski
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38:16In this episode of the Build It to Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with real estate veteran Mike Morawski, a multifamily investment expert with over $400 million in transactions under his belt. They discuss strategies for navigating market cycles, building strong relationships, and the importance of stewardship over ownership. Mike sh…
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Real Estate Strategies in Uncertain Times with Dale Wills
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41:39In this episode of the Build It to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Dale Wills, founder of Centra Capital Partners and Centra Companies. With over 35 years of experience in real estate, Dale shares his wisdom on creating vibrant communities, optimizing return on equity (ROE), and building wealth through stewardship and strategic i…
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Building a Team for Success with Eric Fiegoli
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40:09In this episode of the Build It to Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Eric Fiegoli, founder of EXBO Group, to uncover the key principles of building a trusted advisory team. Eric shares insights from his decade-long career in finance, technology, and operations, discussing the importance of assembling high-quality talent, creating e…
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Building a Diversified Empire with Sean Thompson
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23:27Join Brett Swarts as he interviews Sean Thompson, founder of Empire Builder Capital, in this insightful episode of the "Build it to Billions" podcast. Sean shares his journey from managing IT projects for over 30 years to becoming a seasoned real estate investor with a diversified portfolio spanning multifamily, commercial properties, and more. Dis…
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Risk to Reward a Real Estate Success with Jeremiah Boucher
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43:10In this episode of Build It to Billions, host Brett Swarts sits down with Jeremiah Boucher, Founder and CEO of Patriot Holdings, to discuss his incredible journey from dropping out of college to managing $350 million in real estate assets. Jeremiah shares insights into building a competitive edge, aligning with the right partners, and navigating th…
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The Secrets to Billion-Dollar Acquisitions with Matt Bodnar
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48:51In this powerful episode of the Build it to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts welcomes Matt Bodnar, managing partner at Eidolon Capital and a Forbes 30 Under 30 alum. Matt shares his expertise on mastering mergers and acquisitions, building billion-dollar business strategies, and cultivating long-term wealth through a stewardship mindset. Listene…
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The Secrets to Compounding Wealth with K Trevor Thompson
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24:53In this episode of the Build it to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts welcomes K Trevor Thompson, VP of Investor Engagement at Massive Capital. Trevor shares his incredible journey from the entertainment business to becoming a leader in multifamily real estate syndication. He reveals the keys to building passive income, compounding wealth, and how…
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Essential Tax Secrets for Real Estate Investors with Brandon Hall
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44:12In this episode of the Build it to Billions podcast, host Brett Swarts welcomes Brandon Hall, founder of The Real Estate CPA. Brandon shares powerful insights into passive activity netting, the Lazy Man's 1031 Exchange, and strategic tax planning for real estate investors. Learn how to balance time, energy, and tax efficiency while scaling your wea…
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Stewardship and Faith-Driven Success with Grant Humphrey
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44:11In this special episode of the *Build It to Billions* podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Grant Humphreys, seasoned real estate investor and member of the Humphreys Capital Board of Directors. With over 30 years in the industry, Grant shares invaluable insights into multi-generational stewardship, the importance of a faith-centered legacy, an…
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Legacy-Building Through Real Estate with Grant Humphreys
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4:50In this episode of the Build to Billions Podcast, host Brett Swarts sits down with Grant Humphreys, a seasoned real estate developer and investor from Oklahoma City. Grant shares his 30-year journey in real estate, highlighting his work in homebuilding, commercial development, and master-planned community development. He discusses his role with Hum…
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Wealth Preservation: Gold & Silver with Dana Samuelson
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37:47In this episode of Build it to Billions, host Brett Swarts interviews Dana Samuelson, a renowned expert with over 42 years in precious metals and rare U.S. gold coins. Dana, the founder of American Gold Exchange, delves into the current global economic landscape, exploring why gold and silver remain vital in preserving wealth amidst inflation and m…
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