Best Exit 313 Podcasts (2025)

Jack Thomas welcomes Mitch McGinley of Boutique Fitness Broker, who specialises in helping boutique fitness studios sell their gym for the best price possible. Every gym owner must consider what selling looks like one day, so we dig into how to position your business for maximum value, what buyers and investors really look for, and the common mista…

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The 3 Biggest Mistakes Hard Money Lenders Keep Making (And Don't Realize!) - #313 29:02

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The 3 Biggest Mistakes Hard Money Lenders Keep Making (And Don't Realize!) - #313 In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, hosts Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down the three most common (and costly) mistakes they see private and hard money lenders make—mistakes that can put your capital, deals, and entire lending business at …

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315. The Voice Problem Shortening Coaching Careers and Impacting Revenue, with Susie Millen 30:27

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Host Jack Thomas is joined by Susie Millen, founder of My Vocal Fitness, to unpack how widespread vocal damage is in the fitness industry, why it happens, and why it should be on every coach and manager's radar. They break down how the voice actually works, what's going wrong when instructors shout to be heard, and the simple habits coaches can ado…

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The Most Overlooked Underwriting Step in Hard Money Lending: Exit Strategy - #312 19:12

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The Most Overlooked Underwriting Step in Hard Money Lending: Exit Strategy - #312 In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason Balin and Chris Haddon break down the most overlooked underwriting step in hard money lending: the borrower's exit strategy. Whether you're a private lender, hard money lender, or active real estate investor, under…

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The Script Real Hard Money Lenders Use to Close More Deals FAST - #311 23:47

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The Script Real Hard Money Lenders Use to Close More Deals FAST - #311 Want to close more hard money loans fast? In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Chris and Jason break down the exact sales script real hard money lenders use to increase conversions, build rapport with borrowers, and confidently quote lower leverage without losing deal…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 70 1:13:48

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- We sit down with Ned Seaton of the Manhattan Mercury, who broke the news of the Chris Klieman retirement.By Exit 313, LLC

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The Loan Servicing Software That Hard Money Lenders Won't Stop Talking About (Including Hard Money Mastermind Members) 48:23

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The Loan Servicing Software That Hard Money Lenders Won't Stop Talking About (Including Hard Money Mastermind Members) Unlock the loan servicing software that hard money lenders cannot stop talking about — including members of the Hard Money Mastermind. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason Balin and Chris Haddon sit down with Bryce…

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314. How to Raise Your Prices Without Losing Members (And Maximizing Sales) 16:24

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Host Jack Thomas takes you through a five-step process on exactly how to increase your prices so that you minimize complaints and maximize sales. January 1st is the best time to do it, so now is the last chance to prepare. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some su…

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Should You Sell Your Defaulted Notes? Process, Pricing & Insights - #310 18:48

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Should You Sell Your Defaulted Notes? Process, Pricing & Insights - #310 As a private lender, the big question eventually comes up: does it ever make sense to sell a defaulted note? The answer… it depends. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Chris and Jason break down the real strategy behind selling non-performing notes (NPNs), who buy…

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CA RxR 4.03: Route 9: Santa Cruz and Saratoga 31:45

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Episode 4.03 starts a pair of episodes that explore Route 9, which in its post-1964 version runs from Santa Cruz to Saratoga and Los Gatos. Before 1964, Route 9 continued N up to the Mountain View area, and then across to Milpitas, and up to the Castro Valley. This episode (4.03) covers the current Route 9 from Santa Cruz to Los Gatos; the next epi…

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Building A $10 Million Hard Money Loan Portfolio 18:25

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Building A $10 Million Hard Money Loan Portfolio Want to know exactly how to build a $10 million hard money lending portfolio—even if you're starting from scratch? In this episode, Jason Bailin from Hard Money Bankers breaks down the full blueprint his team has used to scale multiple lending offices to $10M+ in active loans across different markets…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 69 31:11

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- K-State basketball is HOT! - Football team heads to Utah for a tough match up - Lady Cats get a key player back!By Exit 313, LLC

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Biggest Takeaways From Our Live Hard Money Mastermind Event in Atlanta GA - #309 26:04

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Biggest Takeaways From Our Live Hard Money Mastermind Event in Atlanta GA - #309 We just got back from our Hard Money Mastermind event in Atlanta, GA — and this was one of the best meetups yet. In this episode, Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down the biggest insights, strategies, and conversations shared by top private and hard money…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 68 41:48

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- K-State heads to Stillwater to take on the Pokes! - Texas Tech looks the part - Basketball is full steam ahead - Men & Women...we discuss!By Exit 313, LLC

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3 Ways To Raise Capital For Hard Money Lenders - #308 28:00

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3 Ways To Raise Capital For Hard Money Lenders - #308 Looking to grow your hard money lending business but not sure how to raise private capital the right way? In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, hosts Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down the three proven ways to structure and raise private capital for hard money lending —…

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312. How to Turn Black Friday Into Your Biggest Sales Day of the Year 16:00

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Host Jack Thomas shares how you can turn Black Friday into one of their biggest sales days of the year. Jack breaks down his proven strategies to maximize revenue, create urgency without discounting too deeply, and build long-term loyalty, rather than short-term buzz. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitnes…

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CA RxR 4.02: I-8 and US 80 Between El Cajon and the Arizona Border 54:57

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This is Episode 4.02, which continues our exploration of Route 8, better known as Interstate 8. In this episode, we focus on the portion of I-8 from La Mesa (just outside of San Diego) to the Arizona border. We look at not only current I-8, but the routing of the predecessor route, US 80. We discuss the communities of La Mesa and El Cajon, Alpine a…

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The Lending Industry's #1 Problem - #307 20:48

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The Lending Industry's #1 Problem - #307 Warren Buffett once said there are three things that can take someone down in business: ladies, liquor, and leverage—but really, just leverage. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Chris and Jason dive deep into what they call the #1 issue in private lending and real estate finance: over-leverage.…

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311. A Vision To Build Asia's Biggest Personal Training Company — with CJ Lee of MOVE Private Fitness 1:15:52

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Grab your tickets for CJ's upcoming Fitness & Wellness Business Virtual Summit happening on the 15th - 16th November 2025 Get Tickets Here: https://summit.movenation.asia/ We welcome CJ Lee, co-founder of MOVE Private Fitness to the show to talk about how they've empowered coaches with ownership options to help fuel their vision of becoming Asia's …

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 67 41:26

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- K-State vs. Tech Preview...CATS PLAY SPOILER! - Big 12 Round UpBy Exit 313, LLC

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How To Close More Deals With These Conversion Techniques - #306 22:37

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How To Close More Deals With These Conversion Techniques - #306 In this episode of The Private Lenders Podcast, hosts Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down the conversion strategies and sales techniques they're using right now to turn more leads into closed deals. They dive deep into what's actually working in today's market — where in…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 66 32:15

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- Sunflower Smackdown - Big 12 Round UpBy Exit 313, LLC

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 65 1:03:58

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- The Sunflower Showdown Preview - Can the Cats leave Lawrence with a W?? - Basketball gets going - And I tell the tale with my encounter with Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift at the new 1587 Prime restaurant...the Swiftie nation is REAL!By Exit 313, LLC

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5 Critical Underwriting Checks Most Private Lenders Overlook - #305 20:27

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5 Critical Underwriting Checks Most Private Lenders Overlook - #305 When it comes to private lending, even experienced lenders can miss key underwriting details that make or break a deal. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason from Hard Money Bankers walks through five critical underwriting checks that most private lenders overlook —…

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The New Sales Funnel in Private Lending - #304 19:16

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The New Sales Funnel in Private Lending - #304 In this episode, hosts Jason and Chris from Hard Money Bankers break down "The New Sales Funnel in Private Lending" — a powerful blend of online and offline strategies designed to help private and hard money lenders attract more leads, close more deals, and build stronger relationships in today's chang…

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310. Taking on the US Fitness Market & Singapore's Boutique Scene, with Fitstop Founder Pete Hull 47:33

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We welcome back Pete Hull, founder of Australian fitness franchise Fitstop. Joined by Singapore franchisee Clarence Teo, we discuss Fitstop's global growth, their push into the US that started in the heart of LA's fitness scene and the current state of Singapore's boutique fitness market. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the stand…

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CA RxR 4.01: I-8, Former Route 109, Route 209, and US 80 in San Diego 50:17

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Welcome to Season 4 of CA Highways: Route by Route. Episode 4.01 is the first half of our exploration of Route 8. This episode covers the 8th State Highway, which became LRN 36 and later Route 194. It covers LRN 8, which ran from Ignacio (Novato) to Cordelia via Napa, and became parts of Route 37, Route 121, Route 12, and Route 29. We look at Sign …

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Our Favorite Business Model in Real Estate Revealed - #303 12:38

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Our Favorite Business Model in Real Estate Revealed - #303 In this episode of The Private Lenders Podcast, hosts Jason Balin and Chris Haddon from Hard Money Bankers reveal what they believe is the best business model in all of real estate: private lending. After years of experience in wholesaling, flipping houses, managing rentals, and brokering d…

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309. My Gym Was 'Mystery Shopped'. Here's What It Revealed (The Whole Truth) 18:11

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Host Jack Thomas' gym went through a full, anonymous 'experience evaluation' by The Fit Guide. In this episode, Jack shares the full truth on what the report revealed and how it's helped him improve his gym's experience, training and systems. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these gre…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 64 32:08

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- As predicted...Cats ROLL vs. TCU!!! - Big 12 Round UpBy Exit 313, LLC

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 63 28:06

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- K-State vs. TCU....Cats ready to roll??? Finally???By Exit 313, LLC

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How Cross-Collateral Loans Work - #302 18:46

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How Cross-Collateral Loans Work - #302 In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason and Chris break down one of the most underused — yet most powerful — tools in private lending: cross-collateral loans. If you've ever wondered how to safely offer 100% financing, protect your position, or increase loan amounts without taking on unnecessary …

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308. How To Find & Recruit Industry-Leading Talent — with Russell Harrison of EliteFit 48:27

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Russell Harrison, founder and CEO of EliteFit, has decades of experience in both recruitment and as a fitness leader. In this episode, he shares his insights into how to find the best executive talent, as well as how to land top roles in the fitness and wellness industry. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fi…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 62 27:53

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- Disaster in Waco...UGH! - Big 12 Round-UpBy Exit 313, LLC

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 61 31:13

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- K-State vs. Baylor Preview...Can the Cats Escape Waco with a win?? YES! - Big 12 Round-Up - K-State gets Master Plan approvedBy Exit 313, LLC

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What It's Really Like to Be an Institutional Lender – Jack BeVier Reveals All - #301 46:02

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What It's Really Like to Be an Institutional Lender – Jack BeVier Reveals All - #301 Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes in institutional lending? In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, we sit down with Jack BeVier, principal of Dominion Financial & Dominion Properties, to uncover the real workings of private and institutional lendi…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 60 33:52

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- Take aways from K-State's 34-20 win over UCF - Big 12 Round Up - and More!By Exit 313, LLC

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307. The sales mistake that's destroying your business - and what to do instead 20:37

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The fitness industry is addicted to discounts and sales. In this episode host Jack Thomas tells you how this is damaging your business, and what to do instead. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, ou…

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Echos from Exit 313 - Episode 59 37:26

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- K-State vs. UCF Preview...must win game? - Big 12 Round Up - Donate to Willie the Wildcat Fund's 50/50 Raffle - Basketball gets started! Visit our Exit 313 Vendors! - Mesa Collection Boutique - HyVee in Manhattan - ShananiGanns - Nigros Western Store No. 2 - Denni Jo Style LoungeBy Exit 313, LLC

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Risks of lending on tenant occupied properties - #300 18:53

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Risks of lending on tenant occupied properties - #300 In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, we break down the risks of lending on tenant-occupied properties and why these deals can get complicated for private lenders and hard money lenders. From underwriting challenges and tenant issues to defaults, foreclosures, and eviction nightmares, …

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CA RxR 3.15: LA Metro Archives (Bonus) 42:49

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A New Year's Gift for you: Our last Bonus Episode of Season 3. Episode 3.15 features an interview with Claire Kennedy, Archivist for the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Agency (LA Metro). In this role, Claire manages the LA Metro Archives, which date back to the 1800s and the earliest horse-drawn transportation in the city. These archives c…

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306. How I Built Vietnam's Biggest Gym Chain Over 18 Years with Dane Fort of California Fitness & Yoga 1:09:35

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Dane Fort, founder and CEO of Vietnam's biggest gym chain California Fitness and Yoga, has a powerful mission to make the country healthier and happier. With a fitness empire that expands beyond gyms into recovery and health, Dane's umbrella of companies have over 60 locations across Vietnam. This episode is a must-listen if you want to hear an ins…

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5 Steps to Start a Lending Company - #299 17:08

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5 Steps to Start a Lending Company - #299 Thinking about starting your own private lending company in 2025? In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, you'll discover the five key steps every new lender should take—plus a bonus tip to help you shortcut years of trial and error. Whether you're brand new to private lending or looking to scale yo…

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305. Run A 'HYROX-Style' Fitness Competition At Your Gym: Lessons From Our First Event 23:40

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We ran a 'HYROX-style' event called BASE Games and sold out tickets in less than 6 hours. In today's episode we talk about how we did it. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscripti…

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6 Common Newbie Lender Mistakes - #298 23:18

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6 Common Newbie Lender Mistakes - #298 In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason and Chris break down 6 common mistakes new private lenders make—and how to avoid them. Whether you're just starting out in hard money lending or have years of experience under your belt, these lessons are crucial for protecting your capital and building a s…

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Echos from Exit 313 Episode 58 50:28

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- Episode 58! - Quarter way through the season...recap! - Arizona Preview - MINDSET GAME!By Exit 313, LLC

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Win Win Exit on a Sideways Deal - #297 16:01

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Win Win Exit on a Sideways Deal - #297 In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Chris and Jason break down a real-world lending story that started as a solid deal, went sideways, and ultimately ended in a win-win exit for everyone involved. You'll hear how they handled: A borrower relationship spanning multiple loans Permit and construction …

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304. Designing a Five-Star Cycling Experience With All Five Senses, with Bridge Hudson of XYZ in Hong Kong 41:29

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We welcome Bridge Hudson, founding instructor of Hong Kong's leading cycling brand XYZ, to discuss how they create consistent five-star experiences, their recruitment tips and what makes the perfect member journey. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! H…

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Subordination, Non-Disturbance & Attornment Agreement Explained- What Private Lenders Must Know - #296 16:48

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Subordination, Non-Disturbance & Attornment Agreement Explained- What Private Lenders Must Know - #296 In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason Balin sits down with guest Harris Dainoff of Murland Dainoff to break down the often-overlooked but critically important Subordination, Non-Disturbance, and Attornment Agreement (SNDA). Whether…