Freedom Real Estate Podcast

Andrew and Tre sit down to talk about leasing units, finding and vetting good tenants, which renovations raise rents, and the deals Andrew wouldn’t buy again.

They covered:

✨ Best practices new investors should follow when leasing a unit

✨ How to find good tenants

✨ Tactics for vetting a tenant and deciding whether to move forward

✨ What to look for in a building’s existing tenants, and why that affects the purchase

✨ What scares Tre most about buying a first property

✨ Deals Andrew would go back and not buy

✨ Why flipping a multifamily has more exit strategies than flipping a single family

✨ 20% down upfront vs. 3.5% down and repeating the process with the rest

✨ How important lead certification is when buying and leasing, and how intensive the process is

✨ How Andrew prices units so they don’t sit too long while still getting a good rent

✨ Renovations that raise rents in multifamily, and the ones that waste money

👉 Whether you’re about to lease your first unit or buy your first building, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes.

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Freedom Real Estate Podcast: Episode 42

Starting From Zero in Real Estate: First Moves, Big Misconceptions & a Real Deal Breakdown with Zack Gray

Andrew Freed sits down with Zack Gray to talk about starting from zero in real estate, what holds new investors back, and a real deal breakdown.

They covered:

✨ What Zack would do first if he were starting today with zero properties

✨ The one tool self-employed people should use to build a successful real estate career

✨ What new investors spend too much time worrying about these days

✨ The biggest misconception new investors have before owning their first property

✨ Deal overview: 20 Wyola St

✨ How they funded the deal

👉 Short on time but ready to take action? This episode gives you a clear first step and a real deal to learn from.📲

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Andrew and Tre sit down with Brendan to break down his journey from construction into real estate, how he manages larger projects, and what it takes to grow from house hacks to commercial multifamily.

They covered:

✨ Brendan’s real estate journey, first deal, and construction background

✨ Managing large construction projects and value-add deals

✨ House hacking and investing in today’s market

✨ Balancing a W2, property management, and being an agent

✨ Small residential vs. commercial multifamily

✨ Lessons from 10 years in affordable housing development

✨ Skills, mentorship, and brokerage advice for new investors
✨ His plans for growth and expansion

✨ What financial freedom means to him 

⚡ Rapid Fire:
✨ 3 life-changing books
✨ Biggest first-renovation lesson
✨ His #1 tip for today’s market
✨ 3 pieces of advice for new investors

👉 Whether you're planning your first house hack or scaling into bigger projects, this episode is packed with practical lessons from someone who has built it hands-on.

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Brendan Conley: Facebook & LinkedIn | @brendanconley.re on Instagram

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🎙️ Freedom Real Estate Podcast — Episode 39

🚀Breaking Down HOA Strategy, Tenant Screening & Smart Condo Investing with Robert Webb

Andrew Freed sits down with Robert Webb to dive deep into the world of condo investing, HOA strategy, and what it really takes to win in real estate long-term. From first deals to hard lessons, this episode is packed with practical insights you can actually use.

They covered:

✨ How Robert got started in real estate (and what led him there)

✨ His transition into entrepreneurship

✨ The story behind his first real estate deal

✨ What an HOA actually is — and why it matters more than you think

✨ Being an HOA expert: value-add strategies when buying condos

✨ How he screens tenants and builds a strong rental portfolio

✨ The advantage of being a broker — and how he uses it to find better deals

✨ His biggest failure in condo/HOA investing (and what he’d do differently)

✨ 3 pieces of advice he’d give his younger self

✨ Books that changed his life

👉 If you want to better understand condo investing, avoid costly HOA mistakes, and find stronger deals — this episode is a must-listen.

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🎙️ Freedom Real Estate Podcast — Episode 38 🚀Mastering Systems, Mindset & Scale with Dan Brault

Andrew Freed sits down with Dan Brault to unpack his journey into real entrepreneurship — and what it actually takes to build, systematize, and scale a business without chaos. From mindset to execution, this episode breaks down how high-level operators think and act.

They covered:✨ How Dan got started in real entrepreneurship (and what sparked it)✨ Where his obsession with business, fitness, and mindset came from✨ Tools like EOS & Cultural Index — and how to actually implement them in your business✨ What he does when unexpected challenges hit (and the wake-up call that changed everything)✨ The shift from reactive → proactive leadership✨ What it really looks like to fully systematize a wholesaling business✨ Practical advice you can apply right now to grow and stabilize your business✨ 3 pieces of advice he’d give his younger self✨ Books that helped him reach the level of success he has today

👉 If you want to scale your business with systems, clarity, and intention — this episode is a must-listen.

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Dan Brault — Facebook & LinkedIn | @itsdanbrault on Instagram

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🎙️ Freedom Real Estate Podcast — Episode 37 🚀From Rat Race to Freedom: Building a Real Estate Life by Design with Nick Aalerud

Andrew Freed sits down with Nick Aalerud to break down his journey from feeling stuck in the rat race to building a life centered around real estate, community, and freedom. From mindset shifts to scaling businesses, this episode dives deep into what it really takes to evolve.

They covered:✨ What led Nick to real estate—and why he chose it as his path to financial freedom✨ The moment he realized he was stuck in the rat race✨ How Rich Dad Poor Dad shifted his mindset and next steps into investing✨ Starting the Black Diamond community—and how it fueled his growth✨ His journey as a successful flipper and community builder✨ Evolving from networking → brokerage → hospitality✨ Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro 🏔️ and the lessons from it✨ Advice to his younger self✨ Books that changed his life

👉 If you're looking to break out of the rat race and build something bigger than just a business, this episode is for you.

📲 Follow us on socialAndrew Freed — Facebook & LinkedIn | @InvestorFreed on InstagramNick Aalerud — Facebook & LinkedIn | @nickaalerud on Instagram

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🎙️ Freedom Real Estate Podcast — Episode 36 🚀From Operator to Lender: Building, Funding & Learning the Hard Way with Jason Denoncourt

Andrew Freed sits down with Jason Denoncourt to unpack his journey from entrepreneur to lender, the pivots along the way, and the lessons that shaped how he operates today.

They covered:✨ How Jason started his business✨ Transitioning from entrepreneur to W2—and why✨ How he funded and scaled his business✨ Shifting from business owner to lender✨ Early mistakes that shaped him as a lender✨ What Renovo is & how it differs from conventional lending✨ Common mistakes borrowers make when getting loans✨ What lenders actually look for in deals✨ Advice to his younger self✨ Book recommendations

👉 If you want to understand lending from both sides and avoid costly mistakes, this episode is a must-listen.

📲 Follow us on socialAndrew Freed — Facebook & LinkedIn | @InvestorFreed on InstagramJason Denoncourt — Facebook & LinkedIn

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🎙️ Freedom Real Estate Podcast — Episode 35 🚀Hard Money, Smart Deals & Investing Early with Elliot Schneider

Andrew Freed and Artem Sopot sit down with Elliot Schneider to break down real estate investing, lending strategies, and what it takes to spot great deals early in the cycle.

They covered:✨ Elliot’s path into real estate✨ Spotting opportunities early in the cycle✨ His first house hack✨ Buying then vs. buying now (especially for young investors)✨ How hard money lending works (capital, lenders, deal structure)✨ Starting a hard money lending business✨ How he underwrites and evaluates deals✨ Lending guidelines and requirements✨ Advice to his younger self

👉 If you want to sharpen your deal analysis and better understand lending in today’s market, this episode delivers.

📲 Follow us on socialAndrew Freed — Facebook & LinkedIn | @InvestorFreed on InstagramArtem Sopot — Facebook & LinkedInElliot Schneider — Facebook & LinkedIn

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🎙️ Freedom Real Estate Podcast — Episode 34 🚀Purpose, Masterminds & Building a Life by Design with Matt King

Andrew Freed sits down with Matt King to talk about entrepreneurship, purpose-driven living, and the frameworks that help high performers design meaningful lives.

They covered:

✨ How Matt’s entrepreneurial journey started — and where his drive to learn and grow came from✨ The books that helped shape his mindset and the strategies he uses to create a clear vision for his life✨ The concept of Masterminds and the One Sheet, and how GoBundance members use these tools to become the best versions of themselves✨ Matt’s thoughts on asset allocation and building a strong financial foundation✨ His Zone of Genius and how it applies to managing a family office✨ Matt’s incredible mission to raise $1 million to support underprivileged children and women

🔥 Fire Questions:

⚡ 3 pieces of advice he would give his younger self⚡ The 1 book he couldn’t live without⚡ The 1 habit that contributed most to his success⚡ What living a purpose-driven life truly means to him

👉 If you're looking to grow as an entrepreneur, build intentional habits, and live with purpose — this episode delivers powerful insights.

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Artem Sopot — Facebook & LinkedInMatt King — Facebook & LinkedIn @mattking.atx on Instagram

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🎙️ Freedom Real Estate Podcast — Episode 33 🚀Masterminds, Mindset & the Move from W2 to Entrepreneur with Kyle Wakeman

Andrew Freed and Artem Sopot sit down with Kyle Wakeman to talk about the mindset shifts, habits, and communities that helped shape his path from employee to entrepreneur and influencer.

They covered:✨ What first opened Kyle’s eyes to masterminds and the entrepreneurial world✨ How books introduced him to real estate and changed his trajectory✨ Why mastermind groups can accelerate growth and help you push through tough seasons✨ The power of intentionality — and how Kyle structures his day to take control of his time✨ His transition from W2 worker to entrepreneur to influencer✨ The impact of being part of the GoBundance mastermind community✨ Favorite social media influencers and who inspires his content✨ Is social media for everyone? The reality of becoming an influencer✨ Advice and first steps for anyone starting their journey toward entrepreneurship and financial freedom

👉 If you’re trying to level up your mindset, build better habits, or step into entrepreneurship — this episode is packed with value.

📲 Follow usAndrew Freed — Facebook & LinkedIn | @InvestorFreed on InstagramArtem Sopot — Facebook & LinkedInKyle Wakeman — Facebook & LinkedIn | @kyle_wakeman_ on Instagram

💬 What’s had the biggest impact on your growth — books, mentors, or masterminds?

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