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  • Episode 278: Mastering Real Estate: Standards, Strategies, and Sustainable Wealth, with Russel Rhodes

    Episode 278: Mastering Real Estate: Standards, Strategies, and Sustainable Wealth, with Russel Rhodes
    2024/09/04
    Russell earned his BBA with a concentration in Finance and Real Estate from Texas Christian University. He began his career with Arthur Andersen Consulting (i.e. Accenture) and then transitioned to PepsiCo’s Corporate Audit Group. Once he established a strong accounting and technical foundation, he decided to quench his thirst and desire to be an entrepreneur. Russell joined forces in a startup apparel manufacturing company in Santa Fe that quickly grew from inception to $23 million in sales and was subsequently sold to a larger competitor. He parlayed these financial resources along with his newly developed sales and marketing knowledge into his ultimate passion...real estate! In 2000, Russell and his family moved back to DFW to reunite with his father, a custom home builder, and his mother, a maven in residential sales, to launch a residential sales company, Rhodes & Associates. Within seven years, their newly formed company became the number one real estate team in DFW out of 17,000 agents according to the Wall Street Journal. They have remained the number one seller of pre-owned DFW homes every year for the last 12 years totalling over 8400 clients and $3+ billion in sales. Russell humbly embraces the magnitude of responsibility that his clients entrust him to consult and protect them in one of their most important financial purchases. He is dedicated to work hard, listen,follow-through, and exceed their expectations every day. His strict hiring prerequisite that ALL team members MUST have a “Servant’s Heart” is non-negotiable. Russell’s belief is that other professional skills can be taught; however, our team members’ overwhelming desire to ALWAYS do the right thing, no matter what it costs in time and/or money, must be innate and part of their DNA. His team prides themselves on communication, expertise, dedication and transparency. Russell and his beautiful wife, Mandy of 30+ years, are blessed with three wonderful boys – Austin, Mitchell, and Cooper. They are active in the Flower Mound community and enjoy boating, hiking, playing tennis, and being members of RockPointe Church. Their family’s utmost desire is to strive to run the business in a way that pleases and brings honor to God. What You Will Learn: Who is Russel Rhodes? Russel shares his early career and how he got into the real estate industry. The trend where agents expand to multiple markets and its implications. Russell's perspective on agents who open offices in other states despite low local sales. Recognition that real estate and property management are inherently location-specific businesses. Importance of serving a specific market effectively. What is the importance of having a strong presence in specific markets, such as the investor market? Russell's observation is that a significant percentage of transactions are from out-of-state clients. What are the Advantages of building a real estate team over a traditional brokerage? What are the challenges of maintaining profitability and managing a team effectively? Having a strong administrative support system is essential for high personal production. Russell shares his experience of selling his team to Berkshire Hathaway and achieving high sales numbers (140-190 homes per year). What is the importance of keeping costs variable rather than fixed, especially in hiring practices? Russell emphasizes the role of the "rainmaker" in driving business and the need to protect that time. The difference between personal interaction in sales versus forced conversions by ISAs. Russell explains how his level of busyness affects his willingness to engage with clients and the type of clients he is willing to work with. What are the methods for maintaining relationships with past clients, including touch programs and client appreciation events? What are the strategies for keeping the client relationship "flame ignited" over the years? Importance of providing high value to existing clients as they are crucial for future business. What is the role of the team leader as a visionary and the importance of having strong administrative support to handle implementation? The advantage of being an active investor in real estate when connecting with potential clients. Russel shares how everyone can contact him. Additional Resources from Russel Rhodes: Website: https://www.rhodesteamtexas.com/ Email: RussellRhodes4321@yahoo.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-rhodes-856b0818/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/rhodesteam Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW! Global Investor ...
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    52 分
  • Episode 277: Cultivating a Culture of Real Estate Investment , with Levi Rodgers

    Episode 277: Cultivating a Culture of Real Estate Investment , with Levi Rodgers
    2024/08/28
    Levi Rodgers has led two very distinct lives. First, a successful Military career and now leading one of the most successful real estate companies in the country. In 1996, Levi enlisted into the Army as a combat engineer, and persevered until reaching his goal of becoming a Special Forces Green Beret. Levi was deployed all over the world while serving as a Green Beret. On his last deployment in Afghanistan in 2009, he was attacked by an improvised explosive device (IED) This IED catastrophically destroyed the vehicle in which Levi and four of his teammates were utilizing. Everyone in the vehicle was killed, except Levi. These men and their families paid the ultimate sacrifice to this nation and will never be forgotten. Levi was severely wounded by the attack. He experienced third-degree burns and many broken bones and was brought to San Antonio for his extensive recovery. His life had changed, and the Military was no longer an option for him. Levi found himself in need of a new career and livelihood. Thanks to sound advice from a realtor, Levi was inspired to transition into real estate. Since his retirement from the U.S. Army, Levi has focused his passion for serving others into his new profession. After a successful start with RE/MAX in 2012, Levi and his team spun off to create The Levi Rodgers Real Estate Group in 2020. Levi continues to push the limits of the real estate market nationwide. He leads by example and surrounds himself professionally with team members who share his core values. That honesty is of the utmost importance, that the customer always comes first, that excellence is key, and that we can always improve. The LRG company is built on three brand pillars: Service, Guidance and Expertise. The award-winning company has 200 agents and 20 staff supporting their operations of putting their clients first. In addition to business, Levi remains active with his local community and in touch with its needs. Giving back is important to him, and he leads his team through numerous annual altruistic causes each year. Levi and his organization are passionate about philanthropic giving and donation of time or talent towards Military, Hunger and Education causes. What You Will Learn: Who is Levi Rodgers? How did he get into real estate? The importance of providing business opportunities and referrals to real estate agents as a key part of attracting and retaining talent at the speaker's brokerage. Building a successful real estate business is through hard work, determination, and a focus on supporting one's agents and customers, rather than just maximizing profits. What is the importance of leadership engagement and coaching for real estate agents. The timing and dynamics of the overall real estate market. What provides more stability and recession-proof opportunities for real estate investing? What is the strategy for acquiring properties with assumable mortgages? The importance of planning for life events when making real estate investments. What motivates him to live life to the fullest and honor the memory of his fallen comrades? Levi shares how everyone can contact him. Additional Resources from Levi Rodgers: Website: https://lrgrealty.com/ Email: Levi@LRGRealty.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/levi-rodgers-17a138149/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Levirodgersrealestate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levirodgerslrg Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@levirodgerslrg Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW! Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg
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    41 分
  • Episode 276: Building a Strong Financial Foundation, with Derek Mazzarella

    Episode 276: Building a Strong Financial Foundation, with Derek Mazzarella
    2024/08/21

    Derek Mazzarella, CFP® is a dedicated financial advisor committed to helping individuals pursue financial freedom. With a strong background in management from Bryant University, Derek’s passion for assisting others led him to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®).

    With a track record of serving hundreds of clients, Derek’s financial acumen earned him the prestigious Five Star Wealth Professional in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022.* His financial insights have been featured on local news stations as well as reputable financial publications. Derek’s commitment to his community is evident through his support of local nonprofits.

    What You Will Learn:

    • Who is Derek Mazzarella?

    • Derek shares his career journey.

    • What is the importance of retirement planning?

    • Derek shares his experience of losing clients due to layoffs and the challenges of starting a financial advising career during a recession.

    • Derek emphasizes the need for advisors to proactively reach out to clients during market downturns to ensure they are on track with their financial goals.

    • The need for individuals to assess their current financial situation and set goals for the future.

    • What are the strategies for dealing with market drops?

    • What are the Common retirement planning mistakes?

    • Focus on your own financial goals and avoid comparing themselves to others who may have different financial situations.

    • The importance of aligning purchases with core values.

    • Derek shares how everyone can contact him.

    Additional Resources from Derek Mazzarella:

    • Website: http://mygfpartner.com/

    • Email: dmazzarella@mygfpartner.com

    • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekmazzarella

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mygfpartner

    • Twitter: https://twitter.com/mygfpartner

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@derekmazzarellacfp

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    Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift?

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    35 分
  • Episode 275: Leveraging Real Estate to Achieve Financial Independence, with Mark Rickert

    Episode 275: Leveraging Real Estate to Achieve Financial Independence, with Mark Rickert
    2024/08/14

    Mark Rickert is a Real Estate Broker/Investor and small developer operating in New Mexico and Florida. With a focus on optimizing investment performance in commercial multi-family spaces and delivering exceptional experiences for residential clients, Mark draws on his personal journey of overcoming adversity, trauma, and addiction over 22 years ago. Emphasizing values of care, giving back, honesty, and results, Mark prioritizes the needs of his family, friends, clients, and peers. Beyond his professional pursuits, he is a passionate hiker, mountain climber, and dedicated family and dog lover. Inspired by Zig Ziglar's philosophy, Mark believes in achieving personal success by helping others fulfill their aspirations.

    What You Will Learn:

    • Who is Mark Rickert?

    • Mark's personal experience of being locked up as a child, and how that motivates him to now work with troubled youth in boys' and girls' cottages, trying to provide character development and inspire them.

    • What are Mark’s personal life struggles in the past, including having "two different lives" - the business life and personal life, where he was not always true to his moral character?

    • What is Mark’s turning point?

    • Mark's focus in his real estate business on straight-up education, bringing in expert guests, and tackling topics like crypto, AI, the Metaverse, and blockchain.

    • Mark shares more about his transition in his career and life after the tragic loss of his mother.

    • Mark's strategy of focusing on cash flow and holding properties long-term, rather than flipping, which he was advised is the better path to building real wealth.

    • What is the importance of living frugally and not needing lavish lifestyles, in order to grow wealth through real estate?

    • Mark shares how everyone can contact him.

    Additional Resources from Mark Rickert:

    • Website: https://www.besthomesabq.com/

    • Phone: 1(505) 600-3956

    • Email: mark@rickertpg.com

    • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrickert/

    • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/rickertpg

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0rWqEgtGqY

    Attention Investors and Agents

    • Are you looking to grow your business?

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    • We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line.

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    Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift?

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    HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg
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    43 分
  • Episode 274: Navigating the Real Estate Investment Landscape, with Dan Gordon

    Episode 274: Navigating the Real Estate Investment Landscape, with Dan Gordon
    2024/08/07

    In 2016 Coach Dan Gordon made a mistake that destroyed his marketing company and cost him over $80,000. Standing at the crossroads of life, Coach Dan chose a bold new direction. Eight months later, he walked on stage, being paid $10,000 for his first professional speaking gig.

    Today, Coach Dan takes entrepreneurs on a journey of bold transformation. They expand their income, become powerful leaders, and enjoy life to the fullest. If you want to experience living life unlimited, then you're absolutely going to want to listen to what Coach Dan Gordon has to say.

    What You Will Learn:

    • Who is Dan Gordon?

    • How did he end up in this industry?

    • The importance of having the right mindset for success in business and entrepreneurship.

    • Dan shares how he overcame challenges and doubts to eventually land his first high-paying speaking gig.

    • What are the challenges and struggles that real estate agents and entrepreneurs face, particularly the tendency to try to "do it all themselves" without asking for help.

    • What is authentic selling?

    • What is the difference between teaching and coaching?

    • The changing landscape of tools and technologies available to real estate agents and other professionals, which have become much more accessible and affordable in recent years.

    • What is a servant leader and the benefits it can bring in terms of attracting an audience and building influence?

    • The importance of having a clear vision and taking action to manifest desired outcomes.

    • Dan shares how everyone can contact him.

    Additional Resources from Dan Gordon:

    • Website: https://dangordonenterprise.com/

    • Phone: +1 (818) 613-1984

    • Email: dangordonenterprise@gmail.com

    • Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/coachdangordon

    • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DG_Enterprise

    • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dangordon99

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    Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift?

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    36 分
  • Episode 273: Developing Leaders and Fostering Accountability, with Margie Oleson

    Episode 273: Developing Leaders and Fostering Accountability, with Margie Oleson
    2024/07/31

    Margie Oleson is an executive coach and leadership / team development expert with a doctorate in Organization Development. She delivers her coaching with practical strategies and actions for leaders and their leadership teams to build the right foundation for teamwork and productivity. Clients have included companies in most industries, such as Aeronautics, Agriculture, Financial Services, FinTech, Health Care, Higher Education, Insurance, Manufacturing, Medical Device, Nonprofit, Retail, and more.

    Margie developed Top Team Accelerator, which helps senior leaders and their leadership teams build systems and habits for successful change and sustain improvements going forward. With an emphasis on the organization, Margie works with senior leaders and leadership teams to become cohesive, high-performing teams – which translates to high performance among their own teams.

    What You Will Learn:

    • Who is Margie Oleson?

    • Margie Olson shares her business helping coach and develop leaders within organizations.

    • What is her motivation to help organizations grow their leaders and address the challenges she witnessed in the corporate world?

    • The importance of proper training and preparation when taking over a business, even if it's an established one.

    • The concept of being a "servant leader" - getting involved to help people implement changes and supporting them until they can do it on their own.

    • Aligning the leadership team and ensuring they are all experts on the company's goals and priorities.

    • What are the importance of understanding how the brain works to be an effective leader?

    • What are the key elements of effective accountability?

    • The challenges of instilling accountability, especially in more entrepreneurial environments like real estate, where people are independent contractors rather than employees.

    • The idea that setting clear expectations and having regular check-ins and feedback is important for accountability, regardless of the organizational structure.

    • The importance of clear expectations and open communication, even within households and families.

    • What are the Strategies for addressing resistance to change, such as when inheriting a new team.

    • The benefits of creating systems and processes that allow employees to be more focused and productive.

    • The value of leveraging the collective skills and experience of a team.

    • Margie shares how everyone can contact him.

    Additional Resources from Margie Oleson:

    • Website: https://www.oleson-consulting.com/case-study/

    • Phone: +1 (612) 720-9870

    • Email: Nancy@podcastcola.com

    • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margieoleson/

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    43 分
  • Episode 272: Building Wealth and Raising Capital, with John Casmon

    Episode 272: Building Wealth and Raising Capital, with John Casmon
    2024/07/24
    John Casmon is a real estate entrepreneur, who has partnered with busy professionals to invest in over $100 million worth of apartments. John also consults active multifamily investors to help them start or grow their business. He hosts the Multifamily Insights podcast (formerly Target Market Insights) and is the co-creator of the Midwest Real Estate Networking Summit. Prior to becoming a full-time investor, John worked in corporate America, overseeing marketing campaigns for General Motors, Nike and Coors Light. What You Will Learn: Who is John Casmon? How did John enter the real estate investment industry? John discusses how real estate is a highly accessible way to generate wealth with various strategies beyond traditional landlord or house-flipping methods. Offering services to help everyday professionals benefit from real estate investing without dealing with the typical headaches. John discusses his move to Cincinnati and how his investment focus has expanded to other regions, including the Midwest and Southeast. Emphasizes that the best real estate strategy depends on an individual's skills, location, and connections. John prefers investing in larger cities and growing metropolitan areas due to their higher demand and potential for future growth. Importance of planning for property sales and having a buyer market for larger metro areas to maximize investment returns. Challenges in finding quality talent in smaller markets, which impacts investment decisions. Importance of having a backup plan in case of job loss or other unforeseen circumstances. John's experience at GM highlights the unpredictability of corporate careers and the importance of planning for potential career changes. Explanation of how professionals can invest passively through syndications, where the investment group handles the management and execution of real estate deals. The importance of creating passive income to achieve financial freedom and flexibility, allowing for lifestyle choices like extended travel. Investing in syndications is a way to enjoy the benefits of real estate ownership—such as cash flow, tax perks, and appreciation—without the day-to-day management responsibilities. Networking is vital. How to successfully raise money for real estate investments, with a focus on building and leveraging personal brand and credibility. The importance of transparency, credibility, confidence, and connections in attracting investors. John shares how everyone can contact him. Additional Resources from John Casmon: Website: https://casmoncapital.com/ Phone: +1 (937) 361-8072 Email: john@casmoncapital.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/casmoncapital Twitter: https://twitter.com/Casmon_Capital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casmoncapital/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/multifamily-apartments-john-casmon/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXOupf9--oWUmmg3RiIzXZQ?sub_confirmation=1 Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW! Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg
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    49 分
  • Episode 271: Investing in New Construction and Multifamily Assets, Hannah Bercegeay

    Episode 271: Investing in New Construction and Multifamily Assets, Hannah Bercegeay
    2024/07/17
    Hannah Bercegeay is a schoolteacher, real estate agent, real estate investor, podcast host and a MAMA. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hannah and her husband began investing in real estate as a way to secure their financial future. Now, they own cashflow producing assets in both single family homes and an apartment complex. Hannah has a wealth of knowledge to share about new construction, value-add projects, and how to manage the portfolio all while working her W-2. But its not just about making money, she is passionate about personal growth, educating others and finding harmony between work and family. What You Will Learn: Who is Hannah Bercegeay? How did Hannah and his husband get into investing? Hannah shares details about their first purchase, a new construction house. She believes that anyone can succeed in real estate investing. Real estate ais the potential exit strategy for both her and her husband from their current jobs. Why does Hannah prefer new constructions over older properties? How new construction plays a role in economic recovery. The benefits of purchasing new homes during periods of low-interest rates (around 2%) and renting them out to high-quality tenants. The difference in tenant profiles for larger, new properties versus smaller, older properties. Hannah shares their transition from single-family to multifamily properties due to rising interest rates and running out of funds for single-family investments. Various real estate investment strategies and the complexities of creative financing. The importance of building relationships with tenants and providing excellent customer service. The importance of establishing a reliable network of professionals, such as painters, plumbers, lawn care providers, and other service personnel. The significance of addressing tenant issues promptly and effectively to protect the investment. The importance of teaching both making and keeping money as crucial aspects of financial literacy. Hannah shares how everyone can contact her. Additional Resources from Kevin Davis: Website: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hannah-bercegeay Phone: 1-225324231 Email: hannah.bercegeay@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannah.bercegeay Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hannah.bercegeay Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-bercegeay-520772172/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/h.bercegeay10x/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hannahbercegeay Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW! Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg
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    39 分