Get Diversified Podcast

He quit his job at 37 and says it starts with one rule: stop being an investor. 🎧 

Dustin Heiner owns 40+ rental homes and three apartment complexes (almost 1,000 units). He only buys for cash flow, so when the 2008 crash bankrupted other investors, his rents went up. Host Jacqueline Landry gets his full playbook, including the math behind $10K/month: 20 properties × $500. 

Inside this episode: 

• Cash flow vs. appreciation
• The candy bar rule for bad deals
• 6 ways one property makes you money
• Why you build the business before you buy
• Are $50K masterminds worth it?

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 Her tenant's house caught fire from NEXT DOOR. Two months after closing. Insurance company owed her $390,000... and fought her every step of the way. 🔥

In this episode of Get Diversified, host Jacqueline Landry sits down with Margarita "Rita" Young, a licensed Pennsylvania attorney with 30+ years in legal research who traded courtrooms for real estate investing. Rita shares the wild, true story of watching her rental property go up in flames just months after refinancing... and how she used her legal background to fight a stonewalling insurance company down to the wire (literally 6 days before a lawsuit deadline).

If you're a landlord, new investor, or anyone who's ever glossed over their insurance policy, this episode is your wake-up call.

In this episode, you'll learn: 🏠 Why the fire jumped from the neighbor's house to hers and why it still wasn't a total loss for HER pocket 📋 The one insurance term every property owner needs on their policy ("replacement value" — not loan payoff!) ⚖️ How Rita called out the insurance company's "bad faith" claim handling by citing PA statute and got a check in 6 days 🧑‍💼 Why every investor needs a public adjuster on speed dial 🛡️ The real reason you need an LLC (hint: it's not about hiding it's about the 1% you can't predict) 📄 Why your LLC's operating agreement is basically its "DNA" and what happens if you don't have one 🗂️ The Delaware LLC + registered agent strategy Rita swears by 💰 How Rita splits her portfolio 50/50 between property ownership and private lending

Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Rita Young: Attorney turned real estate investor

03:00 – From legal research to real estate: Rita's origin story

08:00 – Facing the fear of "what could go wrong" in real estate

13:00 – Why you should NEVER put property in your own name

16:00 – LLCs 101: One LLC per property, Delaware strategy, and operating agreements

23:00 – Rita's portfolio: 50% lending, 50% ownership

27:00 – THE FIRE: How it started, how it spread, and the damage

30:00 – The $390,000 policy no one thought twice about

31:00 – Fighting a stonewalling insurance company (and winning)

34:00 – The mold, the demo, and the final payout 36:00 – Final advice: know your rights, know your responsibilities

🔔 Subscribe to Get Diversified Podcast for real, unfiltered conversations with real estate investors who've been through it all the wins, the losses, and everything that goes wrong in between.

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 He made $122,000 on his very first real estate flip and it changed everything.

In this episode of Get Diversified, Jacqueline Landry sits down with Bill Hook, a full-time real estate investor of over a decade, private money lender, and author of Before You Quit Your Job. Bill breaks down the exact 5 Pillars framework he uses to find, fund, and flip properties, plus how he's using AI to research neighborhoods, build buy boxes, and scale smarter (not harder).

In this episode:

0:00 Meet Bill Hook

2:14 The book that started it all: Before You Quit Your Job

3:41 The 5 Pillars of Real Estate Investing

8:06 How Bill uses AI for market research

29:32 The $122,000 first deal story

31:51 How to connect with Bill

Connect with Bill Hook:

📧 [email protected]

🌐 professional-is.com

If you're thinking about getting into real estate investing or you're already in it and want a real system instead of guesswork this episode is for you.

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From Poverty to Purpose: Isaiah Grant's Blueprint for Business, Faith & Legacy

He was 7 when his mom told him the money was gone, and he thought you could just walk into a bank and take some out. That moment sparked a mindset that turned a broke kid selling candy in school into a founder, pastor, and mentor to hundreds of entrepreneurs.

In this episode, host Jacqueline Landry talks with Isaiah Grant, founder & CEO of Kingdom Impact, about growing up in poverty after his father was deported, the biblical "engine" framework he uses to build 7-figure businesses, using AI to run his operations, overcoming imposter syndrome, and what financial freedom really means once the money stops being the point.

Connect with Isaiah Grant:
 🌐 kingdomimpact.co
 🎓 Free Masterclass: kingdomimpact.co/bsa-masterclass
 📸 Instagram: @isaiah_grant
 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/isaiahgrant

 What if one of the most profitable real estate investments is the one almost everyone overlooks? 

Most people think mobile home parks are boring. 

They're wrong. 

In this episode of the Get Diversified Podcast, Tim Woodbridge shares how he went from being a nurse facing life's toughest challenges to helping build a portfolio of 30 mobile home parks and more than 1,400 lots. 

You'll discover: 

•  Why mobile home parks are attracting serious investors 
•  The biggest misconceptions about affordable housing 
•  How cash flow really works (and why many investors get it wrong) 
•  The truth about passive investing and syndications 
•  Why building the right team matters more than finding the perfect deal 

Whether you're new to investing or already building wealth, this conversation will change the way you think about real estate.
 
👇 Listen until the end, you may never look at mobile home parks the same way again.
 
👍 Like if you learned something new.
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#RealEstate #MobileHomeParks #PassiveIncome #WealthBuilding #Investing #AffordableHousing #CashFlow #RealEstateInvesting #GetDiversifiedPodcast #FinancialFreedom
 

STOP Saving for College? Here's the Smarter Strategy High-Income Families Need to Know

What if everything you've been taught about saving for college is costing you more money?

In this eye-opening episode of the Get Diversified Podcast, college funding strategist Lance Morgan reveals why traditional college savings plans may actually reduce your financial flexibility, and shares how some families are using real estate, tax strategies, cash flow, and asset positioning to potentially lower college costs while continuing to build wealth.

If you're a parent worried about:

• 💰 $250,000+ college tuition bills
• 📉 Draining your retirement to pay for college
• 🏡 Making your investments work harder
• 📈 Creating long-term cash flow instead of spending savings

...this episode is for you.

In this episode you'll discover:

✅ Why a traditional 529 plan isn't always the best strategy
✅ The "Scholarship House" concept explained
✅ How real estate can generate cash flow for college expenses
✅ Tax strategies wealthy families use (legally)
✅ How to think differently about paying for college without sacrificing retirement
✅ Why diversification matters more than ever

The goal isn't just paying for college, it's keeping your money working for generations.

Connect with Lance Morgan

🌐 Website: College Cost Secrets

📸 Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/collegefundingeducation/

💼 LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-morgan-college-funding-secrets/

▶️ YouTube:
www.youtube.com/@ScholarshipHouse

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CONNECT WITH MORE-LAND: 

Website: www.morelandequity.com

LinkedIn:

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 Can a $500,000 airplane actually pay for itself? 

Most people think owning an airplane is only for the ultra-wealthy—but what if there was another way? 

In this episode of Get Diversified, Jacqueline Landry and Melvin James Landry III break down the investment strategy behind aircraft ownership, how leasing an airplane to a flight school can help offset ownership costs, and why successful investors look at expensive purchases differently. 

You'll also learn:
 ✈️ How cash-flowing assets can support your financial goals
 💰 The mindset shift that separates investors from consumers
 🤝 Why relationships are one of your greatest assets
 📈 How thinking like a business owner can help you pursue big dreams 

Whether you're interested in aviation, real estate, entrepreneurship, or building wealth, this episode offers a fresh perspective on turning passion into opportunity. 

👇 Would you buy a plane if someone else helped pay for it? Let us know in the comments! 

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on wealth, investing, entrepreneurship, and financial freedom. 

#AirplaneInvestment #PassiveIncome #WealthBuilding #CashFlow #FinancialFreedom #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessStrategy #AssetBuilding #PrivateAviation #RealEstateInvesting #Investing #MillionaireMindset #FinancialEducation #GetDiversifiedPodcast #Entrepreneur 

What happens when you buy a 12-unit apartment building, only to find out it has the exact same water line infrastructure as a standard single-family home?

In this episode of Get Diversified, hosts Melvin and Jacqueline Landry take you behind the curtain of a recent, heavy-lift acquisition in a Metropolitan Pittsburgh opportunity zone. They reveal the hidden utility disasters—from a $20,000 water line upgrade to a missing main gas connection—that standard property inspections completely miss.

If you want to protect your capital and learn how to navigate the complex jigsaw puzzle of commercial HVAC, plumbing loads, and municipal compliance, this episode is a masterclass in commercial real estate reality.

What We Discuss:

• Why standard property inspections are a dangerous safety blanket for commercial buyers.
• The math behind water pressure: Moving from a 3/4-inch pipe to a 2-inch line.
• How to pivot your business plan mid-renovation to achieve substantial cost savings (and why we permanently eliminated gas stoves).
• Balancing gas vs. electric baseboards based on internal building layouts and electrical loads.
• The ultimate checklist item every investor must add to their utility due diligence.

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• Website: More-Land Equity Capital www.morelandequity.com
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Navigating Real Estate Cycles with Julie Ann Peterson: Opportunities in Turbulent Times

In this episode, Julie Ann Peterson, a seasoned real estate lender and operator, shares her insights on current market downturns, the cyclical nature of real estate, and opportunities for investors. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced syndicator, Julie provides actionable advice on financing, navigating distressed deals, and capitalizing on market lows.

Main Topics Covered:

• Julie Ann Peterson’s journey from banking to multifamily real estate and her early challenges in Los Angeles
• The impact of recent delivery surpluses on absorption rates and future prospects
• How to identify distressed assets and the role of banks and lenders amidst declining valuations
• Strategies for small investors: leveraging agency financing and building experience
• The importance of team strength, net worth, and experience for agency loan qualification
• Managing occupancy and operational challenges in today’s uncertain environment
• Practical tips on capital raising and forming relationships with family offices and high-net-worth individuals
• The evolving landscape of small multifamily deals and their transition into agency financing eligibility
• How to assess risk, due diligence, and avoid common pitfalls in distressed asset investments
• Resources for ongoing education and networking: Zoom at 8 and social media presence

Timestamps:

01:13 - Julie Ann’s background and entry into real estate

02:10 - Personal story of market crash during Rodney King riots

03:37 - Lessons learned from peaks and valleys in real estate cycles

07:45 - Signs of distress: operator challenges and keys drop

09:38 - Bank negotiations and distressed deal resolutions

10:23 - Factors leading to default and distressed asset sale opportunities

11:16 - Importance of experience and past deal performance

12:11 - The effect of rising interest rates on property values and capitalization

13:08 - Lessons learned from losses and strategic adjustments

14:01 - The role of bank distress and foreclosure waves

15:00 - The opportunity for investor capital during distressed sales

17:15 - How small investors can position themselves for opportunity

22:30 - Understanding agency financing and eligibility criteria

23:10 - The process of qualifying for government-backed multifamily loans

24:49 - Transitioning from small multifamily to agency deals

26:43 - Combining multiple properties for agency financing

27:47 - Practical tips for small multifamily investors

28:45 - The importance of experience and sponsorship for agency deals

30:42 - Challenges for smaller deals in the current environment

Resources & Links:

• Zoom at 8 – Weekly Thursday night investor and operator meetups
• Julie Ann Peterson on LinkedIn
• Old Capital Lending

Connect with Julie Ann Peterson:

• LinkedIn - Julie Ann Peterson
• Instagram - @julieannpeterson
• Facebook - Julie Ann Peterson

CONNECT WITH MORE-LAND: 

Website: www.morelandequity.com

LinkedIn:

www.linkedin.com/company/more-land-equity-capital/?viewAsMember=true

Facebook: www.facebook.com/morelandequity

Instagram: www.instagram.com/morelandequity/

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice. Please consult with qualified financial, legal, and tax professionals before making any investment decisions.

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Think hotel investing is "passive real estate"? Think again. In this episode of Get Diversified, host Jacqueline Landry sits down with industry heavyweights Rikesh "Thunder" Patel and Kevin Kohler to expose the brutal operational realities of the hospitality world.

Rikesh, a 20-year veteran with brands like Wyndham and IHG, explains why a single negative guest review is more than just a headache—it can represent a $10,000 loss in revenue. We go deep into the "Brand Trap," where companies like Marriott and Hilton can mandate million-dollar renovations (PIPs) on your dime, and the labor crisis where you must hire eight people just to keep one.

Whether you are a seasoned investor or looking to diversify, this episode reveals why you must treat hotels as operating businesses first and real estate second.

Timestamps

• [03:28] – Meet Rikesh "Thunder" Patel: From the family motel business to launching a 2026 fund.
• [08:26] – The Biggest Misconception: Why hotels are NOT passive real estate.
• [11:01] – The $10,000 Mistake: How guest reviews directly impact your P&L.
• [15:42] – The Brand Mandate: How Marriott dictates your renovation budget.
• [20:19] – AI in Underwriting: Why you can’t trust the "hallucinating" machine with big deals.
• [26:45] – The Labor Crisis: Why you have to hire 6–8 people to find 2 who will show up.
• [38:58] – The Dark Side: Protecting your property from human trafficking and crime.
• [41:27] – Deal Structuring: Waterfalls, tax advantages (Cost Segregation), and avoiding capital calls.
• [47:20] – Thunder’s 5 Rules for hotel investing success.