Best David Lecko Podcasts (2025)

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436: $1M From One Deal Using This Hidden Strategy 23:55

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12h ago23:55

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Eric Escobar breaks down how he built $1 million in equity from a single deal in Los Angeles using a hidden strategy that lets homeowners split lots and build new units on their land. He explains how he bought a $585K home, added three new units, and created a $2.5M property — all while running his own construction company and navigating city zonin…

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435: 47 Deals In 9 Months—From Just 1,000 Properties 32:59

2d ago32:59

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How does someone pull off 47 real estate deals in just 9 months—without a massive list or team? In this episode, Jeff Colón breaks down the exact system he used to dominate his market with only 1,000 properties on his list. He shares how he targeted, followed up, and scaled fast using a simple, repeatable process that anyone can apply. Whether you’…

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434: $3,000,000 Per Year Wholesaling Land (Here's How) 15:29

3d ago15:29

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Clayton Hepler has built a land-wholesaling business pulling in $3 million a year—without touching a single house. In this episode, he breaks down how he finds undervalued parcels, structures deals, and scales his operation to handle massive volume. If you’ve ever thought land investing was slow or complicated, this conversation will change your mi…

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433: $200K In Equity After Renovating Their Own House 15:11

4d ago15:11

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Kenneth Chu and his wife didn’t plan on becoming real estate investors—they just wanted to renovate their home. But after adding an extension and converting their garage into an ADU, they fell in love with the process and realized they could turn it into a business. In this episode, David sits down with Kenneth to talk about how that one home proje…

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432: He Built $700K Equity In ONE Real Estate Deal With ADUs 27:01

7d ago27:01

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Edmond Bondoc breaks down how he created over $700K in equity from a single property in Seattle—by adding both an attached and detached ADU. David and Edmond unpack every step, from finding the off-market deal to structuring the financing and turning one house into three income-producing units. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Intro 0:56 - An Overview of…

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431: She Quit Microsoft & Made $200K Wholesaling Real Estate 41:55

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Snehal Singh left a $280K tech job at Microsoft to chase something bigger—freedom, flexibility, and family time. Just months later, she made over $200K wholesaling real estate while raising two young kids in Seattle. In this interview, Snehal shares how she built her team, found seven off-market deals, and completely transformed her life. KEY TALKI…

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430: How To Analyze A Real Estate Deal (The Right Way) 15:27

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429: He Got Fired… Then Closed 3 Deals 31:25

11d ago31:25

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When Jesop Gale was fired for refusing to cut corners at his aircraft job, it pushed him headfirst into real estate. In this interview with David, Jesop opens up about losing his job, how he turned that setback into his first three deals, and why integrity and genuine care set him apart in a cutthroat industry. From painting houses himself to make …

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428: How To Cash In On Fire-Damaged Houses 40:39

14d ago40:39

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Doug Perez went from being the contractor called to fix fire-damaged houses to the investor who owns them. In this in-person interview with David, Doug breaks down how he spots fire-damaged properties, approaches owners ready to move on, and structures deals that turn disasters into rentals generating steady cash flow. He also shares the lessons he…

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427: The Hidden Path to 100+ Deals a Year 22:47

16d ago22:47

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Johnny Coburn has quietly closed over 100 deals a year—and he didn’t get there the traditional way. Starting out with Craigslist buyer hacks and JV agreements, Johnny carved a hidden path in real estate that most investors overlook. In this episode, he shares how he built a massive buyers list, transitioned into running nearly all his own deals, an…

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426: Cold Calling 101—Here's What Separates The Pros 15:20

17d ago15:20

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Cold calling doesn’t have to feel like a grind. In this episode, we break down the real basics that separate pros from beginners — from managing your energy, to asking the right questions, to building genuine connections that lead to deals. If you’ve struggled with cold calls or just want to sharpen your skills, this is the foundation you need. KEY…

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425: The Hidden Role That Doubles Your Real Estate Deals 34:51

19d ago34:51

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Most investors waste hours chasing cold leads and miss out on contracts they could be closing. In this episode, Adam Blue breaks down why the lead manager role is the secret engine behind consistent deal flow. He shares the system that took him from 4 contracts a month to 8–9, the right way to handle follow-up without burning out, and the benchmark…

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424: 5 Deadly Sins of Cold Calling—and How to Avoid Them 26:38

22d ago26:38

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Cold calling can open doors — but only if you avoid the 5 deadly sins that ruin your chances before the conversation even starts. In this episode, David and Nicholas Nick break down these critical mistakes and share what to do instead so your calls actually lead to deals. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Introducing Nicholas Nick & His Cold Calling Busin…

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423: Does This New Law Ruin Cold Calling? 14:40

24d ago14:40

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Texas just rolled out SB140, a new law that has real estate investors asking if cold calling is over. David breaks down exactly what the law says, what it doesn’t change, and why many investors are more worried than they should be. Learn how this rule actually affects your outreach — and what you need to avoid so you don’t cross the line. Read The …

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422: The Deal-Killing Mistakes Nobody Warns You About 15:27

25d ago15:27

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Most investors think the hard work ends once a contract is signed — but that’s where the real landmines begin. In this presentation, David Olds reveals the brutal truth about why so many deals fall apart, from missing documents and liens to ghosting sellers and cold-feet buyers. You’ll see why handling it all yourself keeps you stuck and how puttin…

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421: 5,000 Calls To Get A Deal? The Cold Calling Reality 26:58

26d ago26:58

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Cold calling can feel like a grind—5,000 calls for one deal sounds brutal, but it’s the reality behind closing 45 deals in just six months. In this episode, investors break down how list stacking sharpens your targeting, why decision-maker data matters, and how the right dialer strategy keeps your pipeline full. You’ll hear the unfiltered truth abo…

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420: What Happens When You Call 15,000 Homeowners? 7:57

29d ago7:57

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96 hours. 15,000 calls. 62 hot leads. 8 deals under contract. In this episode, we break down the real numbers behind a massive cold calling push—what worked, what flopped, and the hidden lessons buried in the data. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Intro 0:11 - The Numbers From Jayce Henry’s Client 2:14 - Other Campaigns 4:17 - How These Calling Metrics C…

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419: $20K On His First Deal—Then Made $80K On His Second 34:33

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Hans Andersen pulled in $20,000 on his very first wholesale deal — and just one deal later, he closed an $80,000 payday. In this episode, Hans breaks down how he built his business from scratch, why he chose to go virtual, and the exact strategies that helped him scale toward $2M a year. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Intro 0:11 - An Overview Of Hans A…

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418: EXPOSING The Big Sales Myth About Objections 15:27

1M ago15:27

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Eric Brewer reveals the hidden reason so many salespeople struggle to close: they treat every complaint like an objection. In this episode, Eric breaks down the key differences between complaints, objections, and conditions—and why knowing the difference instantly changes your results. You’ll learn how to ask the right questions, avoid sabotaging y…

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417: This Real Estate Investor Found A Lead In 15 Minutes (INSANE) 19:54

1M ago19:54

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At a live land investing event in Houston, David challenged 70 investors to pull a list, make real calls, and see who could land a motivated seller fastest. The stakes? A $3,000 DealMachine Pro Plus prize. Watch what happened when one investor got a qualified lead in just 15 minutes—and how you can use the same filters and strategies to uncover lan…

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416: The Wholesaling Method That Pays $100K Per Deal 15:28

1M ago15:28

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Discover the wholesaling method that can turn probate and foreclosure leads into six-figure paydays. In this episode, you’ll hear how investors are using DealMachine’s updated data, smart lists, and automation tools to target fewer properties while making over $100,000 on a single deal. From navigating heirs to structuring fractional ownership, thi…

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415: DealMachine’s Data Is On Another Level (Here’s Why) 7:07

1M ago7:07

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At a recent event, David spoke with an investor who revealed how he put DealMachine’s data to the test against county records and other providers—and why the results came out on top. From dialing in his market with precision filters to saving thousands on skip tracing, you’ll hear firsthand how accurate data creates an unfair advantage in finding m…

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414: Why This New Strategy Is The Future Of Real Estate Investing 15:09

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Thach Nguyen breaks down why ADUs are reshaping the future of real estate investing. By pairing this strategy with BRRRR, he reveals how investors can multiply equity, create cash flow, and build long-term wealth without relying on outdated methods. Packed with real deal examples and a clear path for scaling, this episode will change the way you th…

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413: Why These Two 9–5ers Are Betting Big on Land Flipping 12:15

1M ago12:15

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David sits down with two brand-new land investors who are keeping their 9–5 jobs while jumping headfirst into land flipping. From failed business experiments to why they’re now betting everything on infill lots in Houston, you’ll hear their mindset, strategies, and the lessons they’ve already picked up. They even share feedback on DealMachine’s com…

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412: Why Land Is The Beginner’s Shortcut Into Real Estate 19:09

1M ago19:09

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At a recent live event, David spoke with investors who are proving that land can be the fastest way into real estate. From developers buying infill lots to beginners choosing land over houses, you’ll hear why vacant land is often simpler, less emotional, and more profitable than most people realize. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Speaking With A Land D…

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411: The Hidden Housing Strategy Worth Millions 22:52

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David sits down with Thach Nguyen to uncover a little-known strategy that’s creating outsized equity and cash flow in today’s high-rate market. Thach shares how he built his $100M portfolio, the near-collapse of a massive condo project during 2008, how he’d start over from zero, and why he values family over empire building. Use Code “SBTW50” For 5…

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410: Why Driving for Dollars Still Crushes Every Other Strategy 15:02

2M ago15:02

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Paul Myers shares his proven playbook for turning driving for dollars into a deal-generating machine. From setting weekly rhythms and scorecards to mailing sequences that deliver 6X ROI, Paul breaks down exactly why this strategy continues to outperform every other marketing channel in real estate investing. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Everyone Walk…

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409: The Secrets To Building A Top-Notch Cold Calling Team 21:23

2M ago21:23

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Kareem Moursy and Mohamed Allam return to share how they built and trained a cold calling team of 60+ agents that consistently produces real estate deals. They break down the hiring process, the systems for auditing and coaching, and why tonality and mirroring matter just as much as data. You’ll also hear how they adapt to challenges like iOS call …

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408: Not Getting Enough Answers Cold Calling? Do This 20:27

2M ago20:27

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David sits down with Nicholas Nick, founder of Lead Mining Pros, to unpack what 15 million dials reveal about cold calling. From stopping your numbers from showing up as spam to boosting your contact rate with the right data, Nick shares the proven tactics that separate successful callers from wasted calls. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Nicholas Nick’…

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407: This Real Estate Sales Hack Works Every Time 34:04

2M ago34:04

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Jay Mora joins David Lecko to reveal the sales and negotiation tactics that sellers never see coming. From breaking through classic stall excuses to using permission-based questions that drop walls instantly, Jay shares the exact frameworks he uses to turn tough conversations into signed deals. He also breaks down why most scripts fail, how to open…

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406: The Ultimate 12-Step Guide To Renovating A House 15:35

2M ago15:35

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Jiries Dawaher breaks down his entire 12-step renovation process—from planning and demo to finishes and final punch out. He explains how mastering renovations not only adds massive value to your deals but also opens doors to properties most investors overlook. Whether you’re flipping, holding, or wholesaling, Jiries shows how to think like a pro an…

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405: The Proven Method To DOUBLE Your Assignment Fees 35:32

2M ago35:32

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Most wholesalers settle for small checks — but they don’t have to. In this episode, John Barbera reveals the negotiation strategy and mindset shift that helped him double his assignment fees and transform his business. By focusing on seller needs instead of formulas, he unlocked six-figure deals and built the foundation that made him a millionaire …

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404: Cold Calling Secrets From 360,000 Conversations A Month 26:48

2M ago26:48

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John Wahib manages a team making over 360,000 cold calling conversations every month. In this episode, he reveals what those calls taught him about data, tonality, outsourcing vs. DIY, and how to turn sheer volume into consistent deals. David and Ryan dig into the real cost of cold calling, the systems John uses to manage 60+ callers, and why Ryan …

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403: $565k On ONE Wholesale Real Estate Deal… Here’s How 25:16

2M ago25:16

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Ryan just closed his biggest wholesale deal yet — a $565,000 assignment fee on a 21-property portfolio. In this episode, he breaks down how the deal came together, why zero earnest money was involved, and the lessons learned from managing such a massive package. You’ll hear exactly what made this opportunity possible and how he’s using it to fuel e…

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402: This Simple Shift GUARANTEES Real Estate Success 14:07

2M ago14:07

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Micah Johnson has seen nearly a billion dollars in real estate sales, the crash of canceling 33 deals in one day, and the lessons that come from coaching top investors across the country. In this episode, he breaks down the three paths every investor falls into—CEO, Freedom, or Hobby—and shows how one simple shift in perspective can guarantee your …

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401: Don’t Call Another Seller Until You Hear This 22:54

2M ago22:54

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Cold calling veteran Jon Barbera shares the exact process he’s perfected over 13 years to consistently turn seller conversations into signed contracts. From the pre-call rituals that set you up for success, to qualifying with your list, building real connection, uncovering pain points, and making outcome-focused offers, Jon breaks down every step s…

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400: Steal My Exact Filters For Off-Market Gold 14:13

2M ago14:13

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David pulls back the curtain on the exact DealMachine filters he uses to uncover motivated sellers hiding in plain sight. From overlooked county data to settings most investors skip, you’ll see how to build lead lists that deliver real off-market opportunities instead of dead ends. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Setting Up Your Filters In DealMachine 8…

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399: How This Wholesaler Pulls $96k A Month At 19 Years Old 21:24

2M ago21:24

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At just 19 years old, BJ Eshun is running a $96k/month wholesaling business — and in this episode, he sits down with David to break down exactly how it works. From his unique caller strategy in Egypt to the overlooked filters that bring in the best deals, BJ reveals the systems, team structure, and marketing channels that keep his operation running…

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398: The SUPER Simple Way to Close Creative Finance Deals 15:15

2M ago15:15

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Mark Monroe reveals how to make creative finance deals super simple — from finding motivated sellers to structuring terms they can’t refuse. He shares proven strategies for uncovering seller motivations, using the right scripts, and choosing the best terms for each situation. Whether it’s subject-to, seller financing, or lease options, you’ll learn…

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397: Struggling Teacher In NYC—Then He Landed A $25k Deal 20:14

2M ago20:14

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Ralph Rodriguez was a struggling special-ed teacher in NYC when he discovered wholesaling on YouTube. One year later, he closed a $25k deal—during his lunch break. In this episode, David and Ryan break down Ralph’s journey, his cold calling strategy, and how he built momentum with no money and zero experience. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Why Ralph R…

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396: 1 Caller All Day vs 2 During Peak Hours — What Works? 15:13

2M ago15:13

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Is one full-time cold caller really the most efficient setup? Kareem Moursy and Mohamed Allam from Nedialo share the surprising data they uncovered after managing over 100 callers. In this episode, they reveal why two part-time reps during peak hours can outperform a single full-time hire—without increasing your costs. Learn how they use data to st…

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395: The FOOLPROOF System to Train Elite Cold Callers 15:21

2M ago15:21

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BJ Eshun reveals how he built a high-retention, scam-proof call center using a bonus system, KPI tracking, and a data-driven management style. From dealing with VAs who lied about hours to creating an AI that scores every sales call, BJ shares the real lessons behind managing virtual teams at scale — and the systems that finally worked. KEY TALKING…

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394: 3 Marketing Secrets That Built A $10M Portfolio 15:12

2M ago15:12

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What if the leads you’re ignoring are actually the keys to building serious wealth? In this episode, Dedric and Krystal Polite—stars of 50/50 Flip on Hulu and A&E—break down the exact marketing strategies that helped them build a $10M rental portfolio without starting with money, credit, or experience. From Zillow hacks and for-rent-by-owner leads …

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393: The Exact Filters We Use To Pull HOT Leads 28:07

2M ago28:07

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Nicholas Nick and David walk through the exact filters they use inside DealMachine to build high-quality seller lists that actually convert. From distressed properties to absentee owners and out-of-state landlords, they break down every filter they apply—and more importantly, why they apply them. You’ll learn how to avoid wasting time on bad data, …

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392: The Hidden Truth Behind 100+ Pre-Foreclosure Deals 32:42

3M ago32:42

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Daniel Kochanowicz has done hundreds of pre-foreclosure deals—and he’s learned that most investors have it all wrong. In this episode, he breaks down how he finds these leads, what actually motivates sellers, and why he shows up at their door with more than just an offer. From helping families move to closing deals in 3 days or less, Daniel shares …

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391: Why Your Real Estate Growth Has Hit A Ceiling 43:30

3M ago43:30

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Dr. Benjamin Hardy joins David to reveal why so many real estate entrepreneurs hit a ceiling—even when revenue is rising. They unpack the mindset traps that stall your growth, why compressing your timeline can unlock faster results, and how to scale without becoming the bottleneck. If you’ve ever felt like you’re growing but not actually moving for…

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390: How To Invest In Self Storage With $0 15:05

3M ago15:05

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Sick of chasing house deals? Alex Pardo reveals how he pivoted to self storage and built a portfolio that cash flows—without using his own money or managing tenants. In this episode, he breaks down the deals, how he finds retiring sellers on Google Maps, and how he got paid $250k just to buy one of his facilities. If you’ve been looking for a scala…

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389: How Ryan Hall Flipped 400+ Homes—Then Went Off-Market 25:20

3M ago25:20

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After flipping more than 400 homes across 18 years, Ryan Hall found himself stuck when foreclosure moratoriums dried up his courthouse deal flow. In this episode, he shares how he pivoted—first into spec builds, then into off-market marketing with DealMachine. You’ll hear how he targets infill lots, filters for flip-ready homes, and uses his builde…

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388: The Playbook Behind 100+ Deals A Year 23:29

3M ago23:29

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Logan Veer joins David and Ryan to break down how he’s averaging over 100 deals a year in the Kansas City market—without burning out or overcomplicating his business. He shares why he still handles every acquisition himself, how a local cold calling team gives him an edge, and why staying consistent with direct mail still pays off years later. Plus…

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387: He Thought Wholesaling Was A Scam—Now He Does 20+ Deals A Month 29:15

3M ago29:15

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Dillon Cass nearly gave up on real estate after a brutal first month—no contracts, no momentum, and zero results. But just weeks later, he locked up over $250k in deals and never looked back. In this episode, he breaks down how he scaled from a frustrated engineer to consistently closing 20+ deals a month, the exact lists and marketing strategies h…