🚀 In this insightful episode of Home Equity Secrets, Carl Christian welcomes Bishoy Habib, a seasoned attorney and real estate investor, to explore how legal strategy, private lending, and integrity-driven business can elevate your investing game. Learn how to avoid major pitfalls, protect your equity, and build a legacy that lasts.

🎧 Hosted by: Carl Christian

👤 Featuring:

Bishoy Habib – Real Estate Attorney | Founder of Levi Legal

Bishoy Habib is a highly experienced real estate and business attorney with over 12 years of legal practice in Florida and New York. He has represented top developers, investors, and financial institutions in over 1,000 complex transactions totaling $12 billion. He started his career in New York, specializing in commercial real estate, and he later transitioned to finance law before focusing on real estate and business transactions in Florida. Known for his deal-making skills and investor-friendly approach, Mr. Habib excels in structuring and negotiating transactions to benefit his clients.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ How to structure real estate partnerships legally and securely

✔️ What makes private lending the most risk-resistant strategy

✔️ Why the market is shifting—and how to stay ahead of it

✔️ Lessons learned from flipping disasters and lending wins

✔️ How to turn your home equity into reliable, income-generating capital

📇 Connect with Bishoy Habib:

🌎 Website → https://www.levacylegal.com

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/attorneybishoy/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/attorneybishoy/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bishoyhabib/

🎧 Podcast → Boom, Bust & Beyond

📇 Connect with Carl Christian:

📘 Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/theniceagentco/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theniceagentco/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

🌎 Website → https://theniceagent.com/
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In this insightful episode of Home Equity Secrets, Carl Christian speaks with Russel Morgan, founder of Morgan Legal Group. Russel discusses the importance of trust creation and estate planning in real estate. He explains how individuals can use trusts to protect their assets, avoid probate, and minimize estate taxes. For anyone looking to safeguard their property and pass on a legacy, this episode provides essential legal advice.

👤 Featuring:

🏡 Russel Morgan – Founder & Managing Member of Morgan Legal Group

⭐ Guest Bio: Russel Morgan is an experienced attorney with a focus on estate planning, real estate law, and corporate mergers. He helps clients protect their assets through strategic use of trusts and other legal tools to minimize taxes and avoid probate.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ What is a trust and how does it work in estate planning?

✔️ Why you should avoid probate and how to do it

✔️ How to minimize estate taxes on real estate holdings

✔️ Building your professional team to protect your wealth

✔️ The role of real estate in your legacy plan

📇 Connect with Russel Morgan:

🌎 Website → https://www.morganlegalny.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/morganlegalgroupPC

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/morganlegalny/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/russel-morgan-esq-b21621126/

📇 Connect with Carl Christian:

📘 Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/theniceagentco/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theniceagentco/

🔗 LinkedIn →https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

🌎 Website → https://theniceagent.com/
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🚀 Want to learn how to build a full-service real estate business? In this episode of Home Equity Secret Podcast, Carl Christian interviews Jake Clopton, president of Clopton Capital, about his journey from interbank trading to becoming a key player in commercial real estate. Jake shares his insights on how he built a company that offers financing, insurance, and solar property services all under one roof.

Jake explains how entering the real estate industry during a downturn helped him form key relationships and how a solid understanding of interest rates helped him grow his business.

👤 Featuring:

🏡 Jake Clopton ⭐ – President of Clopton Capital

Jake Clopton is the president of Clopton Capital, a real estate firm that provides financing, insurance, solar property sales, and other services. With a unique background in trading and finance, Jake’s approach to commercial real estate is focused on relationships and offering a complete range of services.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ How Jake’s journey from trading to real estate shaped his success

✔️ The importance of building lasting relationships in commercial real estate

✔️ Understanding the role of interest rates in financing deals

✔️ Why expanding services to clients is crucial for long-term success

✔️ What new investors should consider before diving into commercial real estate

🎧 Tune in for expert advice on how to build a successful commercial real estate business and why understanding your client’s full needs is key!

📇 Connect with Jake Clopton:

 📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jake.clopton/ 

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakeclopton1 

🌎 Website → https://cloptoncapital.com/

📇 Connect with Carl Christian:

📘 Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/theniceagentco/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theniceagentco/

🔗 LinkedIn →https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

🌎 Website → https://theniceagent.com/
⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

 🚀 Ever wonder how an entrepreneur transitions from the jewelry industry to real estate success? In this episode of Home Equity Secret Podcast, Carl Christian talks to Jacopo Iasiello, a Miami-based real estate broker and investor, about his journey from building a successful jewelry business in Italy to investing in real estate and flipping properties in the U.S.

Jacopo shares how he used his entrepreneurial background to build a real estate portfolio, specializing in auctions and multifamily investments. He also talks about the lessons he learned, including the importance of mindset and continuous learning.

👤 Featuring:

🏡 Jacopo Iasiello ⭐ – Real Estate Broker & Investor

Jacopo Iasiello is a successful entrepreneur and real estate expert who has built a multi-million-dollar real estate empire from scratch. From creating a jewelry franchise in Italy to founding Miami Italy Int. Brokers Realty and LuXury & Wealth Group, Jacopo has used his expertise in both business and personal well-being to thrive in multiple industries.

As the author of Healthy, Rich, and Happy, Jacopo shares his MPBE Method, a proven approach to achieving success in both life and finance. His approach focuses on balancing business success with health and happiness, making him a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and investors.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ Jacopo’s transition from jewelry to real estate

✔️ The importance of timing and market knowledge

✔️ Auction properties: what you need to know

✔️ Building wealth through flipping and real estate credit

✔️ The mindset shift that changed Jacopo’s career

🎧 Whether you're new to real estate or an experienced investor, this episode offers great insights on how to succeed in a competitive market!

📇 Connect with Jacopo Iasiello:

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacopoiasiello/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacopo-iasiello-50936244/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jacopoiasiellorealestate/

🌎 Website → https://www.jacopoiasiello.com/

📇 Connect with Carl Christian:

📘 Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/theniceagentco/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theniceagentco/

🔗 LinkedIn →https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

🌎 Website → https://theniceagent.com/
💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Jeff Chisum

🎙️In this episode of Home Equity Secrets, host Carl Christian, broker of the Nice Agent Company, discusses strategic mortgage approaches with Jeff Chisum, an experienced loan officer specializing in short-term rental financing. Jeff shares his journey in the mortgage industry, emphasizing the importance of communication, education, and ethical practices. He introduces key concepts such as the 10% down second home occupancy loan and the all-in-one mortgage, which can help homeowners leverage their equity and accelerate wealth building. The conversation also explores creating systems for better customer service, the significance of living with purpose and influence, long-term investment planning, tax benefits of short-term rentals, and the importance of making informed financial decisions.

#HomeEquitySecrets #MortgageStrategies #RealEstateFinance #ShortTermRentals #JeffChisum #CarlChristian #WealthBuilding #InvestmentPlanning #FinancialFreedom #NiceAgentCompany

🗣️Notable Quotes:

 “ The traditional 30 year mortgage is stealing people's wealth.  ”

📇Connecting with Jeff Chisum

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-chisum-92063217/

Website: http://www.jeffchisum.com/

🎙️Connecting with Connecting with Carl Christian:

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

Website: https://theniceagent.com/
⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Danielle Matthews

🎙️ In this episode of Home Equity Secret, host Carl Christian sits down with veteran Real Estate appraiser Danielle Matthews to break down the appraisal process. They discuss why properties may not appraise as expected, the benefits of pre-listing appraisals, and key differences between FHA and conventional appraisals. Danielle shares insights on leveraging home equity, adjusting values for property features, and the importance of experienced appraisers. She also highlights when appraisals matter most, such as during major life events like marriage. This episode offers essential knowledge for agents, homeowners, and title companies alike.

#HomeEquitySecret #RealEstateAppraisal #DanielleMatthews #NiceAgentCompany #HomeValuation #FHAvsConventional #PreListingAppraisal #RealEstateInsights #HomeEquity #ExpertAdvice

🗣️Notable Quotes:

 “ Market rent goes by the comparables in the area.  ”

📇Connecting with Danielle Matthews: 

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

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

Website: https://www.appraiserdani.com/reviews

🎙️Connecting with Connecting with Carl Christian:

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

Website: https://theniceagent.com/

⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Nick Disney

🎙️ In this episode ofHome Equity Secret, host Carl Christian of Nice Agent Company sits down with real estate investor Nick Disney from San Antonio, Texas, to explore the world of mortgage note investing. Nick breaks down the benefits of buying, holding, and selling mortgage notes, highlighting how they provide long-term cash flow while minimizing the typical responsibilities of a landlord. He shares his journey from being inspired byRich Dad, Poor Dad to building a successful investment portfolio and offers actionable insights for those looking to get started in real estate. Listeners will learn the importance of defining investment goals, taking strategic action, and leveraging home equity for financial independence. Tune in to discover how mortgage notes can be a game-changing investment strategy.

#HomeEquitySecrets #MortgageNoteInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome #FinancialIndependence #NickDisney #SanAntonioRealEstate #CashFlowStrategy #RichDadPoorDad #InvestmentGoals #WealthBuilding #RealEstateStrategies #LongTermSuccess #SmartInvesting #NiceAgentCompany

🗣️Notable Quotes:

 “  Rule number one, you must take action”

📇Connecting withNick Disney: 

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

Website: https://www.sellmysanantoniohouse.com/

🎙️Connecting with Connecting with Carl Christian:

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

Website: https://theniceagent.com/
⭐ Produced byIcons of Real Estate

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Brett Swarts

🎙️ In this episode of Home Equity Secrets, host Carl Christian welcomes Brett Swarts, a California Real Estate Broker and Capital gains Tax strategist. Brett shares his journey from navigating the real estate boom to overcoming financial struggles during the 2008 crash and finding success through creative financial strategies. He emphasizes the importance of having a family mission, vision, and values, along with building effective capital gains tax exit plans. Brett discusses diverse investment opportunities, passive income strategies, and real-life success stories to help listeners take control of their financial future. Tune in for expert insights on maximizing home equity and wealth-building.

#HomeEquitySecrets #BrettSwarts #RealEstateInvesting #CapitalGainsTax #WealthBuilding #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #TaxStrategies #RealEstateBroker #InvestmentOpportunities #HomeEquity #SmartInvesting #FinancialPlanning #RealEstateSuccess #ExitStrategies

🗣️Notable Quotes:

“Numbers is your life. Do not start anything until you've really identified that”

📇Connecting with Brett Swarts: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_swarts/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.swarts/

Website: https://capitalgainstaxsolutions.com/meet-brett/

🎙️Connecting with Connecting with Carl Christian:

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

Website: https://theniceagent.com/

👨‍💼With Special Guest:  Emre Basman

🎙️ In this episode of Home Equity Secrets, host Carl Christian interviews Emre Basman, a successful entrepreneur in the stone manufacturing and retail industry. Emre shares his journey from earning an MBA to building a multi-state business that serves major retail chains, home builders, contractors, and individual customers. He discusses the challenges of scaling a business, the importance of customer service, quality, and trust, and his strategic plans for expansion through new locations and partnerships. Emre also offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the role of passion, hard work, discipline, and aligning personal values with professional success. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to grow and sustain a thriving business.

#HomeEquitySecret #CarlChristianPodcast #EmreBasman #EntrepreneurJourney #StoneManufacturing #RetailIndustry #BusinessScaling #CustomerService #QualityAndTrust #EntrepreneurshipAdvice #BusinessExpansion #PassionAndHardWork #DisciplineInBusiness #ValuesDrivenSuccess #BusinessGrowthTips #ThrivingBusiness

🗣️Notable Quotes:

 “ If you're a trustworthy company, the customers will always come back to you.”

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🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker

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📇Connecting with Emre Basman: 

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emre-basman-9ba80420

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

Website: https://armina.com/

🎙️Connecting with Carl Christian:

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

Website: https://theniceagent.com/

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Athena Brownson

🎙️ In this episode of Home Equity Secrets, host Carl Christian welcomes Athena Brownson, a Colorado-based Real Estate broker and former professional freestyle skier. Athena shares her inspiring journey, emphasizing the pivotal role of mentorship, resilience, and relationship-building in her transition to Real Estate. The discussion highlights the power of giving without expectation, strategies for leveraging home equity, and aligning professional success with personal well-being. Packed with insights on personal growth and the transformative potential of real estate, this episode offers valuable takeaways for anyone looking to create meaningful financial and personal success.

#HomeEquitySecrets #AthenaBrownson #RealEstateBroker #FreestyleSkiing #MentorshipMatters #ResilienceInRealEstate #RelationshipBuilding #GivingWithoutExpectation #HomeEquityTips #PersonalGrowthJourney #RealEstateSuccess #FinancialFreedom #ColoradoRealEstate #PodcastInsights #WellBeingAndSuccess #TransformativePotential

🗣️Notable Quotes:

 “ Always  believe in yourself, like anything is possible in the world of Real Estate.”

💡 Learn more about podcasting

🌐 Icons of Real Estate

🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker

📻 Real Estate Podcast

🎥 Podcast Framework Video

🛠 Podcast Framework

📇Connecting with Athena Brownson: 

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenabrownsonrealtor

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

Website: https://athenabrownsonrealtor.com/

🎙️Connecting with Carl Christian:

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theniceagent/

Website: https://theniceagent.com/