Have you ever wondered what it takes to achieve true financial independence? Join Dane on the Invest2FI podcast as he shares the secrets behind his financial freedom journey.  

We talk about Dane’s "Aha!" moment and overcoming his analysis paralysis. He dives into this challenge, detailing how he navigated through the mental barriers of those big leaps. Dane also shares his thoughts on negotiation and methods for securing a deal, even if it means offering way above the asking price. From the start Dane acted as a seasoned investor knowing the payoff of investing will increase in time.  

As we look back on his four years of real estate investing - Dane shares the exact numbers of his cash flow, losses, and more in this jam-packed episode. Dane's story shows that financial success is attainable for everyone. His journey to increasing his net worth is a replicable blueprint that anyone can follow with dedication to reaching your financial independence goals. By sharing his own experiences, Dane invites you to embark on your path to financial independence, showing that anyone can achieve their wealth-building goals with the right mindset and actions. 

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[4:10] The Start of Dane’s Financial Independence
[7:10] His Aha! Moment
[10:00] Overcoming Analysis Paralysis in Real Estate
[16:20] His First Real Deal
[20:10] Mindset for Real Estate Negotiation
[24:30] Hiring a Property Manager
[27:50] The Key to Vetting Tenants and Roommates
[38:00] On Buying a Duplex
[42:00] Why Rent-By-The-Room Isn’t Always Ideal
[49:05] A Glimpse Into Dane’s Investment Numbers
[51:30] On Downpayments and Equity
[1:00:00] Best Piece of Advice for Investors

HOSTS   
Craig Curelop   
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy 
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze   

Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/ 
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/ 
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/  

My 4th deal could have been an absolute cash cow. Everything about it lined up perfectly, great location and property was set up to be split up into three separate units. 

When I do deals for clients, I cross every T and dot every  i, but for my own deals, it's easy to work quickly and not do the due diligence I do for for you all!

If you want to hear my biggest investment failure tune into this episode. 

If you're in an investment mess, and need help getting out hit me up on IG @thefiguy. 

Join us for a rollercoaster of a journey with Hugh Carnahan, who shares how he went from being a “hillbilly” to a millionaire in just 15 months! As a 2-second Lean Automation expert, Hugh brings a new perspective with his IT, manufacturing, and optimizing team background.

Hugh’s first real estate deal was a massive leap, instantly adding 26 houses in just one deal! This early success and capacity for risk paid off as he ventured into multi-family homes and commercial real estate. Tune in as we talk more about how Hugh further cemented himself in real estate: diving into successful podcasts, starting his meetup, and learning to be flexible and adaptable. We also dive into an in-depth explanation of seller financing and the overall advantages of exploring commercial real estate.

 Hugh's success story is a testament to the power of innovative thinking, resilience, and commitment to your vision. From humble beginnings to incredible financial success, he continues to inspire and mentor others in pursuit of their goals. As he sets his sights on the next milestone of becoming the “Hillbilly Billionaire,” don’t miss out on this chance to hear how you, too, can become a success through grit and strategic moves.

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[4:40] The Start of Hugh’s Incredible Story
[9:35] On Taking Over a Company
[11:55] What Is the Two-Second Lean Automation
​​[13:00] Getting Started With Real Estate
[19:30] Hugh’s First Deal - Of 26 Houses!
[25:35] Adapting During COVID
[32:55] Advantages of Commercial Real Estate
[35:40] The Power of Starting a Meetup
[37:15] The Superpower of Pivoting and Adapting
[40:20] Are Multi-Family Homes Easier Than Single-Family Homes?
[46:05] What’s Next for Hugh’s Portfolio?
[47:10] The Ins and Outs of Seller Financing
[49:20] Words of Wisdom for Investors

HOSTS   
Craig Curelop   
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy   
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze   

Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/ 
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/ 
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/ 

GUEST
Hugh Carnahan
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/hughcarnahan/ 
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-carnahan-8a00b423/ 
💻 Website: https://www.hughcarnahan.com/ 
🎧 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Carhug2012  

Taxes for short term rentals are NOT going up 400%! 

Phew. 

In this episode of Invest2Friday Chad runs through recent announcements in the Colorado Legislation and what it means for STR owners. 

Stay tuned until the end for on an the ground market update and what the summer market holds.  

In this episode, we’re talking about how one entrepreneur's dedication to making 1500 cold calls every morning led to rapid growth in his real estate journey. Owen James Lutz shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey that jumpstarted his path to his $10M goal. From starting his own cleaning company to becoming a digital marketing coach, Owen shares how he finally took the leap and made the decision that would forever change his financial trajectory. 

The episode kicks off with a compelling discussion of his early entrepreneurial days and knowing when to pivot. After making expensive mistakes in his first partnership, Owen shares his practical advice for anyone entering a partnership and navigating the balance of responsibilities and profit-sharing. 

We also discuss how Owen transitioned from his business ventures to investing in residential flipping and the strategies behind successful property deals. Tune in to hear Owen’s unique perspectives on timing, consistency, and decision-making in the real estate market. 

Throughout the episode, it’s clear how Owen’s dedication to making things happen is an inspiring wake-up call for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors. Owen’s story proves that anyone can make their financial dreams a reality through sheer willpower and commitment. 

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[7:45] Starting His First Cleaning Company
[14:30] Knowing When to Pivot and Take the Next Step
[15:30] Don’t Make These Mistakes When Starting a Partnership
[20:25] On Residential Flipping
[28:30] Owen’s First Deal
[35:40] How to Know When to Start Investing on Your Own
[37:05] Focusing on the One Thing That Matters
[40:00] Predictions on the Market
[40:50] On Hiring Virtual Assistance
[44:00] Words of Wisdom to Live By

HOSTS   
Craig Curelop   
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy   
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze   

Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/ 
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/ 
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/ 

GUEST
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/owenjameslutz/ 
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/owenlutz/  

Anyone, in any market can house hack and make it worth their while. 

Let's run through the comfort continuum & creative ways to make the house hack work for those living in expensive markets, families with kids and those who want to see the most cash flow possible. 

Craig runs through properties currently on market, that would make killer house hacks. 

If you're looking for more resources on how to house hack visit thefiteam.com and download materials from the resources tab. And as always, hit Craig up on IG @thefiguy with any questions. 

Have you ever wondered how people achieve financial freedom through the laundromat business? Today, we’re excited to have Jordan Berry, who is at the forefront of the laundromat industry, as an expert in helping investors find high cash flows and financial freedom through buying laundromats and pursuing commercial real estate investing. As an industry expert, Jordan shares his remarkable journey of starting with zero experience and knowledge and ending up with a multi-million portfolio of laundromat businesses.   
 
Jordan’s journey began after he spent 15 years as a youth pastor and wondered how to start his financial independence journey. Tune in to learn how Jordan navigated his series of expensive mistakes when buying a fixer-upper and how to avoid the same rookie mistakes. From spotting the signs of a profitable laundromat investment to understanding the industry, this episode is perfect for anyone ready to jump into a high cash-flow business today!
 
Since his first purchase a decade ago, Jordan now leads a community of laundromat investors with actionable advice and strategic networking opportunities to expand portfolios in the commercial real estate sector. So, if you’re ready to stop wasting time and start taking action, tune in to embark on the path toward financial freedom through the exciting world of laundromat entrepreneurship.

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[5:10] From a Youth Pastor to Financial Freedom
[8:50] Getting Into the Laundromat Business
[11:45] Rookie Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Businesses
[17:55] How to Know if a Laundromat is a Good One
[19:25] Fixer-Upper or Stable Business?
[22:40] Jordan’s Experience With Buying a Fixer Upper
[26:35] Getting Into the Laundromat Niche
[31:10] A Glimpse Into His Laundromat Deal Structure
[34:20] Plans for Scaling in the Laundromat Industry
[36:05] Advice for Anyone Wanting to Buy a Laundromat
[43:50] Finding a Community of Laundromat Owners
[49:25] On Cash Flow Versus Appreciation
[53:45] How You’re Wasting Your Time Right Now

HOSTS   
Craig Curelop   
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy   
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze   

Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/ 
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/ 
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/ 

GUEST
Jordan Berry
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatresource/ 
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-l-berry/ 
💻 Website: https://www.laundromatresource.com/
🎧 Youtube: https://youtube.com/laundromatresource 
🎙️Podcast (Apple): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-laundromat-resource-podcast/id1511136385 
🎙️Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/3B65QIITsltsJSiMZqrNkc  
📱Facebook: 

Listen up first time buyers & rookie realtors. If you want to know the nitty gritty of what goes down in a buyer's transaction tune into this week's episode of Invest2Friday. 

Chad Rocke @Rocketherealtor, runs through the deal from the first client call to the closing table. And this just isn't the tactics of what to do when, but the strategic moves of a veteran agent. 

 Not looking forward to working until you’re 65 and missing out on the best years of your life? Our guest today has a single goal: to help a million people go from employee to 8-figure entrepreneur with the limitless power of real estate!  
 
Join us in this engaging podcast episode featuring Brian Luebben, a successful entrepreneur who went from corporate slave to 10-million-dollar business owner in less than four years! Discover Brian's journey from the beginning—overcoming the universal “first deal anxiety” and finding his way through house hacks, commercial real estate, and buying businesses. 
 
This episode offers practical advice for anyone looking to scale up their financial journey. We talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with mentors and other successful entrepreneurs and social environments that move you to get more done. Brian shares the success stories of his Action Academy community, which has proven to be a powerhouse of investors and entrepreneurs helping one another achieve their individual goals. We also glimpse Brian's four-step Freedom Framework designed to empower individuals on the path to financial independence and scalable business ventures.  

Gain inspiration from Brian’s go-getter attitude and real-life successes in building million-dollar businesses and teaching others how to do the same. Don’t miss the opportunity to start or fast-track your journey. Remember: your future self will thank you for starting earlier than later!

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[3:10] The Beginning of Brian’s Journey
[6:25] Making the Jump From Corporate to Real Estate
[8:30] Overcoming the First Deal Anxiety
[14:30] Why Buying Commercial Real Estate Is a Gamechanger
[18:25] The Importance of Finding Clarity
[26:45] Why Outsourcing Property Management Is Not Always Possible
[27:50] What’s Your ‘One Thing’?
[39:25] How Brian Helps People Become 8-Figure Entrepreneurs
[45:00] Why Mentorship Is the Best Way Forward
[47:10] On Surrounding Yourself With Good People and Environments
[51:20] His Four-Step Freedom Framework
[55:40] Advice for Everyone

HOSTS   
Craig Curelop   
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy   
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze   

Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/ 
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/ 
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/ 

GUEST
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/brianluebben/ 
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianluebben/ 
💻 Website: https://brianluebben.com/ 
🎧 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrianLuebben
🎙️Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-action-academy-millionaire-mentorship-for-your/id1588326291
Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianluebben 
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This week Governor Polis signed a bill that eliminated the occupancy limits on the number of unrelated people that can live under one roof in Colorado.

This is HUGE for Colorado investors and those seeking affordable housing.

Tune in to hear about the bill and what this means for the future of investing in Colorado.

Join us for a FREE webinar on April 26th at Noon MST to walk through how to start investing or grow your investment portfolio in light of these changes.

>>> REGISTER HERE