In this episode of Dirty Deeds, we’re joined by Larry and Shawn Baker—former FBI professionals turned private investigators—who now play a critical role in helping real estate investors close tough deals.

Larry spent over two decades tracking down some of the world’s most dangerous criminals, from corrupt politicians to child predators hiding behind layers of digital anonymity. Shawn’s background includes years in law enforcement and dispatch, and together, they now run Baker Private Investigations.

What does that have to do with real estate? A lot.

The Bakers specialize in locating hard-to-find individuals—missing owners, absentee owners, people tied up in probate, and more. When a deal is stuck because someone’s off the grid, they’re the ones who step in and make it happen. In the distressed property and curative title space, that kind of help isn’t just useful—it’s essential.

Inside this episode:

The Bakers’ transition from federal agents to private sector pros

Real examples of how they’ve helped investors break through roadblocks

Why their investigative skills are the missing link in many off-market deals

How empathy, experience, and grit drive everything they do

If you’re in real estate and you’ve ever hit a wall trying to track someone down, this episode is for you. Larry and Shawn bring a rare skill set to the table—and now, they’re making it work for investors like you.

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In this episode, we sit down with real estate investor Ryan MacDonald to unpack his incredible journey from a frustrated 9-to-5 employee to building a thriving business in the midcap real estate space.

Ryan shares how his family’s immigrant story shaped his values, how Googling “how to get rich” led him to real estate, and how he made $400,000 on a single deal—not through luck, but by spotting what others missed.We dive into the truth about title companies, the importance of self-education, and why lead generation and negotiation skills are non-negotiables.

Ryan opens up about early failures, mental roadblocks, and how persistence and mentorship turned everything around—starting with a single yellow letter and a call that changed his life.