Ever feel stuck? This episode features Ben Gaines, a recovering addict who transformed his life through real estate investing. Listen to his incredible journey, from hitting rock bottom to becoming a successful investor. Ben's also taking the reins as the NEW host of Thursdays on Flip Talk! Tune in to learn his secrets, get inspired, and discover how YOU can overcome your struggles and achieve your dreams.

From Rock Bottom To Real Estate Rockstar: Ben Gaines Takes Over Thursdays On Flip Talk!

Are you looking to build a business around your passion and make the income you want without having to sacrifice all your free time to do it? Do you want straightforward and helpful advice without all the fluff? As the real estate industry grows, it gets harder to find coaches who've been through it all and have knowledge backed by years (or decades) of experience.    Flip Talk with Don Costa is a no BS podcast that gives real actionable information that you can use to start or grow your real estate business. No fluff, no bull, and no so-called "experts". Just real knowledge, tips and tricks from the guys who actually flip houses every day!    Flip Talk is the podcast for those thinking about getting into real estate. It supports people who want to get more traction for their business and experts who want to stay in the know with current trends in the market. The real estate industry is vast, and it can take a while to find the right direction to go in. If you're looking to get started, trying to find the right hires, scaling your business, identifying new marketing tactics, wholesaling, etc., Flip Talk is here to help. Don't let the fear of what you don't know get in the way of you achieving financial freedom.    This show invites guests who share real experiences from the field and fresh insights on what's currently working (and not working) in the real estate world. It's not just about the wins and the fancy cars but also the failures and sacrifices it takes to achieve your real estate and financial goals. Flip Talk offers aspiring real estate entrepreneurs an opportunity to learn from people who provide honest and legitimate perspectives to ensure they're prepared for what's coming.    Each week features informative episodes with actionable insights to help boost and elevate your flipping&nbsp;and wholesaling&nbsp;business. Find out what everyone in the industry is doing, and&nbsp;the tools you need to navigate the ever-changing world of real estate. The show supports entrepreneurs in their real estate business journey, combining years of experience with new trends and information on the market.    Host Don Costa has been in the real estate investing world for over 20 years. During many highs and lows within market cycles, he lost everything. So he started over and compiled those years of experience and wisdom into the nitty-gritty truth about what it's like to fail and what it takes to succeed. It's not easy and it takes hard work. Don is here to guide you through with practical steps and realistic advice on how to avoid many of the mistakes that occur when you first start out and how to make buying and selling real estate a successful business. He will help you achieve your wealth-building goals, find your vision and&nbsp;purpose, live your passion, and build a successful business around it.    If you've ever thought about flipping houses and investing in real estate, you're in the right place. Learn the ins and outs of real estate investing without all the fluff from self-proclaimed "gurus". Get real, practical knowledge from the people who have been doing it daily for years.    Subscribe to weekly episodes for an inside look at successful house-flipping businesses. Learn from real investors who have forged the path to success. Join Don Costa for tips and tricks on how to implement systems while avoiding common and costly mistakes to grow your house-flipping&nbsp;business today!    Join and listen to Flip Talk at&nbsp;https://fliptalk.com!

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For this episode, Don Costa flips the script and puts himself in the guest’s hot seat. Together with Thursday guest host Ben, he imparts valuable business building lessons. Don looks back on the early challenges he faced in his real estate investing journey and what it takes to build a highly profitable business. He also discusses the importance of having a strong business mindset, finding the right mentorship, and finding strength during moments of vulnerability.

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It is possible to use your IRA to get into real estate wholesaling? In this episode, Don Costa answers this question with wealth lawyer and award-winning entrepreneur Mat Sorensen of Directed IRA. He presents how to use your retirement accounts to put your self-directed IRA into action, securing financial freedom for your later years in life. He explains how to effectively work with private money lenders, the right way to avoid Unrelated Business Income Tax, the benefits of putting up an LLC, and how to think outside the box to find more real estate opportunities. 


Can You Wholesale Houses With your IRA? With Mat Sorensen

The entrepreneurial journey isn’t all peaches and rainbows. If it were easy and straightforward, everyone would be doing it. Even the best of us fall to hard times, and such has been the case for us in 2023. But a true mark of an entrepreneur is the ability to rise from their setbacks and start anew. Starting with this episode, we are unveiling the third season of the podcast, and we’re taking a major shift from what we have been doing before. Tune in and learn what to expect!

Starting Anew And Flipping The Page For The Next Chapter

We've got something special in store as we introduce a new addition to the team, the dynamic Jason Lavender. Join us as we follow Jason's impressive journey from a 25-year stint in the painting and remodeling industry to becoming a thriving real estate investor and house flipper. Jason discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his transition, the importance of knowing your numbers in the rehab business, and the key aspects of successful deal financing. He shares valuable insights into leveraging private capital, securing funding, and the fundamental principles that drive his successful business. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this episode is packed with actionable advice. Get ready to elevate your real estate game with Jason Lavender on Flip Talk!

From Rock Bottom To Real Estate Rockstar: Ben Gaines Takes Over Thursdays On Flip Talk!

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