Armed & Ready

How does someone go from 21 years as a public servant to owning and operating a real estate investment company? Seth's story is one of a kind and inspiring to all who are planning on making a major career change, but just don't know how to do it. There are plenty of options and opportunities for those in similar positions as Seth. Tune in to hear how a career firefighter/EMT transitioned into the real estate and financial world!

Happy Friday!

This week on the Armed & Ready podcast, we had the pleasure of having a retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Robert C. Chaplin, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Japan. RADM Chaplin comes from a military family and followed suit by joined the Naval academy where he eventually attended flight school. He is a very accomplished helicopter pilot who spent the majority of his career flying for the Navy before moving up the ranks to command Naval ships. Tune in to hear RADM Chaplin's amazing story of his time in the Navy and the great advise he provides to those who want to be successful in their career!

Happy Friday!

This week on the Armed & Ready podcast, we have another San Diego local and Navy veteran, Petty Officer Robert Morgan! Petty Officer Morgan is the founder of a non-profit organization called Dancing Veterans San Diego. This is an organization that serves veterans, service members & their families by using dancing as an alternate outlet. Robert is a career software engineer here in sunny San Diego, California. Tune in to hear his incredible story of how he transitioned from serving our great country as a sailor to serving our service members as a civilian!

You can read more about Dancing Veterans San Diego by visiting their Instagram or Facebook.

Do you know anyone who you think would be a great fit for this podcast? We're always looking for new and amazing guests to showcase their stories and learn from their experiences! If you think that you or someone you know would be interested in being a guest on the Armed & Ready podcast, reach out to me via email at [email protected] or by calling/ texting (760) 350 - 3989.

On this week's episode of the Armed & Ready podcast, we have a very special guest; my good friend and Nevada's future Governor, Joey Gilbert! Joey is a U.S. Air Force veteran, 3-time national champion boxer, a lawyer, and the current running-man for Nevada's race for Governor.

It is Friday, and we have a brand new episode of the Armed & Ready Podcast! Today's episode has Jesse Futia, an active-duty Army Ranger and real estate investor.

Jesse Futia shares his experience of how he got involved in the military. Growing up as a New Yorker and remembering his experience 20 years ago during 9/11 has always made serving in the military vital to him. Jesse also shares his experience of how he got into real-estate investing in college. Although times were different in 2015 with his first investment, he knew this would be a significant investment for his wealth creation.

Jesse also shares the importance of taking advantage of the VA Loan to help other veterans gain wealth creation. Tune in to hear Jesse's advice on getting into real-estate investing, and check out his website below!
https://www.execequityinvesting.com/home

It is Friday, and we have a brand new episode of the Armed & Ready Podcast! Today's episode has Randall Parkes, a former Marine and Real Estate Agent for Compass.

Randall Parkes shares his experience servicing in Afghanistan and helping to escort people out after the invasion of the Taliban. His first deployment was in 2007, and this was one that stuck out to him the most. During this time, he was also able to meet his interpreter, who he helped escape through using the "bro call." 

Along with that, Randall also dives deeper into the relationship between the military and their interpreters, as well as the Afghan citizens. Tune in to listen to Randall's humbling experience. 

Link in bio for the full episode! Make sure you give it a listen.

It is Friday, and we have a brand new episode of the Armed & Ready Podcast! Today's episode has Cameron King, Active Duty Army, and Digital Market Specialist. 

Cameron King shares his story about entering the military later in life than initially expected. Although he knew he wanted to serve since 18 years old, his path took him down a different avenue of traveling abroad, working in advertising, and successfully establishing a career for himself. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Cameron's path changed once again and allowed him to live out his goal of serving in the military. Check out this episode to hear more about Cameron's unique journey. 

It is Friday, and we have a special episode of the Armed & Ready Podcast! Today's episode has a special guest Kevin Key, a college friend of mine and an Army Special Forces Veteran. Kevin served in Afghanistan and is currently helping Interpreters he worked with in getting them out of harm's way as the Taliban are taking over the country. 

This topic is not easy for any of us to wrap our heads around, but we must discuss the constantly developing situation in Afghanistan. 

Please tune in to Kevin's humbling story of his deployments and his personal feelings toward the situation. 

If you have any questions or would like to get in contact with people that might be able to help or contribute in any way, please feel free to reach out to me on my website at valoanguy.us

It is Friday, and we have a brand new episode of the Armed & Ready Podcast! Today's episode has Derek Mensen, MBV, Marine Veteran and Director of Operations at Trident Coffee.

Derek Mensen shares his dedication to serving his country and his experience of joining the marine corps. He also shares his experience of transitioning out of the military and diving deeper into his own passions, along with his position at Trident Coffee. 

Link in bio for the full episode! Make sure you give it a listen.