Today’s episode is the intro to Beyond the Build.

It’s about why most people are only seeing the highlight reel of entrepreneurship and missing what actually happens behind the scenes.

I break down my journey through real estate, sales, lending, and building businesses, and why I decided to stop the polished conversations and just speak the raw truth about what it really takes to build.

00:00 – Why I stopped chasing “highlight reel” entrepreneurship content

02:10 – The truth behind business partnerships and real alignment

05:45 – Why most “success” online is fake or heavily curated

09:20 – 99% getting punched in the mouth, 1% figuring it out

12:40 – My journey through sales, real estate, and lending

16:15 – Why most entrepreneurs misunderstand revenue vs profit

19:50 – Building companies from scratch (and what actually breaks)

23:10 – Why I started Beyond the Build

26:30 – Real operators vs fake gurus

30:00 – What I’m building next

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Ryan is an avid entrepreneur with a love for real estate. He currently serves as the Producing Branch Manager of Northpoint Mortgage with a focus in house-hack lending. As a top 1% originator nationally, he helps clients confidently buy their first, second, or 5th house-hack utilizing low down payment options. He is currently house hacking a 2 family and self manages a portfolio of 19 units consisting of commercial/residential multifamily and single family while actively seeking his first condo conversion project and next value add commercial property. He is the host of “The Real Estate Lens” podcast, where he shares his experiences, insights, and network as a residential loan officer and active real estate investor. He is also the co-founder of the Informed Investor and Informed Graduate, real estate education programs tailored toward helping young professionals achieve financial freedom through real estate.

Connect with Ryan:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financewithteamrichards/

Google: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Northpoint+Mortgage+-+Ryan+Richards/@42.2838754,-71.6249435,19z/data=!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x89e40ba111776b27:0xccc2f80c174b163e!2sNorthpoint+Mortgage+-+Ryan+Richards!8m2!3d42.2839421!4d-71.6244393!16s%2Fg%2F11s_ygjb2j!3m5!1s0x89e40ba111776b27:0xccc2f80c174b163e!8m2!3d42.2839421!4d-71.6244393!16s%2Fg%2F11s_ygjb2j?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTAyOS4yIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

Dave Seymour, a retired firefighter, became a top real estate investor during the last market crash. He is an expert in commercial multi-family and Ground Up Development transactions. Dave starred in A&E's "Flipping Boston" and has been featured on CBS, ABC, CNBC, and FOX News. He helps both new and large investment groups through complex deals at Freedom Venture Investments. Legacy Alliance is his education outlet showing busy professionals how to master investing for cash flow and equity.

Connect with Dave:

Website - freedomventure.com 

X - https://twitter.com/daveseymour343?lang=en

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveseymour343/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DaveSeymourLive

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/daveseymour343/?hl=en

Legacy Alliance - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnpDF1fbqjg

Inflation Nation: https://legacyalliance.link/Pod-Inflation-Nation

Free Multi-Family Masterclass: https://legacyalliance.link/Pod-Multi-Family-Class

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

Starting in the corporate world, Joao worked his way up from a per diem driver to a National Operations Manager in the pharmacy industry, gaining valuable experience in operations and leadership. His real estate journey began after discovering Rich Dad Poor Dad, leading him to dive into the BRRRR strategy and property investing.

Joao started with residential flips, learned through trial and error, and eventually scaled to commercial properties, including a 12-unit acquisition. To streamline his projects, he built a construction company from the ground up, securing commercial general contractor licenses across multiple states. This allowed him to optimize renovations, control costs, and improve efficiency in real estate development.

Today, Joao focuses on expanding my real estate portfolio, managing construction operations, and collaborating with like-minded investors to maximize opportunities in the industry. To date, he has done over 160 renovations, a combination of flips - brrrrs - value add apts.

Connect with Joao:

https://www.instagram.com/joaomac_stf/

https://www.facebook.com/STFCapital

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joao-macavilca-478383136/

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

John Casmon is a real estate entrepreneur, who has partnered with busy professionals to invest in over $145M worth of apartments. He hosts the Multifamily Insights Podcast 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.

Connect with John:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jcasmon/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/multifamily-apartments-john-casmon/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/multifamilyinsightspodcast/ 

Website: https://casmoncapital.com/ 

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

David Fredenberg is a real estate wholesaler and founder of Atlas Residential, serving the Charlotte Metro area. While specializing in wholesaling, his work extends across the real estate spectrum, including land development, flipping, rental properties, and creative financing strategies such as subject-to deals. Through the wholesale side of the business, David partners with investors at every level, creating opportunities and connections that drive growth in the market.

Connect with David:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-fredenberg-118790180/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 704-800-5817

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

Eddie Speed has over 40 years of experience in real estate note investing and has revolutionized the note-buying industry through innovation and education. As the nation's top note buyer, Eddie has purchased over 50,000 notes and is a leading authority on wealth-building through discounted mortgage notes. As the founder of NoteSchool, he offers disciplined note-investing education that has led to success for thousands of students.

Connect with Eddie:

noteschool.com/retake 

facebook.com/thenoteschool

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

Jessica Sinski is a seasoned Realtor and Broker with over a decade of experience in the Charlotte real estate market. Her journey began early—tagging along on appointments with her mom and helping in the office as a teen—but officially took off in 2013 when she joined a top-producing team.

Today, Jessica leads the sales department at Carolina Residential Group and has personally been involved in over 750 transactions, ranging from foreclosures and short sales to investment flips and traditional home sales. She also holds roles in property management and served as Director of Sales, giving her a 360-degree view of the industry.

Originally from Queens, NY, Jessica moved to Charlotte in 2008 and never looked back. She holds a Psychology degree with a minor in Women & Gender Studies from UNC Charlotte. Outside of real estate, she loves traveling, dancing, and all things creative—but Charlotte will always be home.

Connect with Jessica:

Instagram/social handle: @mszjessica

Website: carolinapropertypro.com

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

Scott Carson is a highly sought-after guest and host of the popular podcast, the Note Closers Show. An active entrepreneur, he is an expert in real estate investing, raising capital and marketing. He speaks regularly at different events and industry conventions focused on real estate, marketing, and podcasting. He also helps thousands of investors and entrepreneurs each year create wealth through his debt buying classes, podcasts and coaching. An avid sports fan, he spends his free time traveling, gardening, and making memories. He calls Austin, Texas home.

Connect with Scott:

noteweekend.com

delphi.ai/scottcarson

talkwithscottcarson.com

Instagram/Social Handle: @1scottcarson

Connect with me:Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.wendellbutler.com

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.

Jay Conner began investing in real estate in 2003. At the start of his career, he relied on his local banker and was able to put together a few deals. However, that also meant coming up with large down payments, paying origination fees, and signing personal guarantees on every deal. After years of feeling owned by the bank and being stressed out, he learned how to buy properties using creative financing, including subject-to and using lease-options. After the market crashed in 2008, his banker cut him off. Jay had to abandon everything he knew about how to finance his deals. Then, he heard about the world of private money. He developed his own system for gathering millions of dollars for real estate deals. Over several years, Jay refined his system until it was repeatable and dependable. When he put it to the test, the first person he approached gave him $250,000 in private money. In just a few short months, Jay raised $2,150,000 in private money. Despite initially cursing his banker, Jay now thanks him. Jay's unique system allows him to enjoy 7-figure profits year after year. He also has the freedom to work less than 10 hours per week in his real estate investing business by leveraging the power of automation.

Connect with Jay:

Website: www.jayconner.com/book

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@raisingprivatemoneyrealestate

Connect with me:

Instagram: @Wendellpbutleriv, @Realestatetake

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.wendellbutler.com 

DISCLAIMER: I or any guests being interviewed on the “Real Estate Take” podcast are not responsible for any investment decisions that you make or capital losses incurred. We are not licensed tax professionals or any form of wealth advisor unless a particular guest happens to be as such, and all investment decisions should not be made without receiving advice from a licensed professional.