Own Your Upside

You've read the books. You've watched the videos. You've run the numbers on deals you never made offers on. And you're still at zero properties.The bottleneck isn't knowledge - it's that you're not having enough high-trust conversations with the right people. In this episode, Dave (host of the Property Profits Real Estate podcast and 2,000+ episode veteran) breaks down how a simple, structured 20-minute conversation can open doors that years of studying never will. Including how one of his clients turned 260 conversations into 80 new investors on their roster.If you're a busy professional stuck in research mode wondering why you haven't made your first move yet — this one's for you.

00:00 Intro04:09 Podcasting Reality Check05:50 Podcast Closing Breakthrough09:24 Monetize Without Huge Audience11:02 Host The Guest First14:13 Podcast Time And Team16:51 Set Goals And Strategy21:59 Attention And Speaking Skills23:40 Three Part Trust System26:51 Post Interview Soft Pitch30:29 Results And Reciprocity32:16 Wrap Up And Contact

In this episode of the 20 Minute Investor Podcast, Aaron and Andrea share the real story behind building 8 rental properties across 3 states while working full-time and raising three kids.You’ll hear the mistakes we made early on, the systems that allowed us to invest in just 20 minutes a day, and the pivotal moments that changed our entire investing journey — including raising nearly $3M to build luxury assisted living homes.If you're a busy professional trying to build wealth without sacrificing your career or family life, this episode will show you what's possible.

If you’re consuming podcasts, books, and market updates but still feel stuck in analysis paralysis, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through the exact system I use to filter signal from noise, use AI to refine my thinking, and turn captured ideas into decisive action - all in about 20 minutes a day.

8 rental properties across 3 states. 3 kids under 5. A full-time job. How? A 20-minute daily system built around constraints, not despite them. In this conversation with Coach Carson, I break down the exact weekly planning habit, floating time blocks, and offense/defense framework that made it possible.

00:00 Introduction

01:09 Balancing Family and Real Estate

03:36 Goal Setting and Time Management

06:51 The 20 Minute Investor System

13:09 Deep Work and Energy Management

15:58 Weekly Planning and Delegation

22:19 Outsourcing and Automation

25:49 Setting Yearly and Quarterly Goals

27:39 Long-Term Planning and Prioritizing Non-Negotiables

30:31 The Importance of Intentional Effort

31:47 Breaking Down Overwhelming Goals

32:46 Living Life One Day at a Time

36:28 Practical Goal Setting in Real Estate

44:58 Flexibility and Adaptation in Goal Setting

50:01 Final Thoughts

Nathan and I explore innovative personal finance strategies related to real estate investing. We discuss how rental properties can serve as a college fund, leveraging property appreciation and cash flow to fund education.

Additionally, we discussed the concept of interest-only payments on primary residences, emphasizing the importance of minimizing monthly expenses to invest more in rental properties. The conversation highlights the simplicity of these strategies and the importance of personal choice in financial planning.

Is single family real estate investing really dead in 2026?In this episode, Nathan and I share our honest take on what’s actually happening in the market right now.

We talk about why it’s harder (but not dead), how we’re adapting to higher interest rates, and the mindset shift that’s helping us keep moving forward—even when deals are tough to find.If you’re feeling discouraged or unsure about your next move, this 20-minute episode will help you reset and refocus.

You don't need more time. You need a better system. After 150+ episodes and building an 8-property portfolio across 3 states, I'm relaunching this podcast with one mission: helping busy professionals invest in real estate in just 20 minutes a day.

In this collaborative episode, Aaron Ameen, Ana Bialek, and Nico Garcia reflect on their experiences in 2025, discussing their goals, challenges, and future plans in real estate. They share insights on property management, innovative housing solutions, and creative financing strategies, emphasizing the importance of community impact and building trust with investors.

00:00 Intro

01:31 Aaron's 2025 Real Estate Journey

03:31 The Vision Behind Assisted Living Homes

23:10 Ana's Real Estate Adventures and Lessons

34:39 Introduction to Real Estate Investing

35:09 The Reality of Passive Income

35:52 Ana's First BRRRR Project in Southern Virginia

37:27 Tenant Screening and Management Tips

40:08 Setting Realistic Expectations for Out-of-State Investments

49:07 Nico's Foreclosure and Bankruptcy Deal

01:00:47 House Hacking and Future Goals

01:05:26 Conclusion and Future Plans

In this episode, Aaron sits down with Pedro Luna, a former aerospace engineer who pivoted into real estate and ultimately found his calling in senior care. Pedro and his wife are currently developing two 16-bed assisted living and memory care homes in Oklahoma, focused on delivering dignified, high-quality care for seniors.

He shares why he left aerospace, how he discovered the senior living niche, what drew him to purpose-driven work, and the real challenges behind building and operating small-format care homes. Pedro also breaks down his development model, regulatory lessons, and how he's raising capital to bring these homes to life.

00:00 Intro

00:49 From Aerospace to Real Estate

05:12 Discovering the Senior Care Niche

07:42 Building a Senior Care Business

09:05 The 16-Bed Model: A Math Problem

12:04 Navigating Regulations & Local Relationships

15:55 Raising Capital and Investor Opportunities

28:46 Closing Thoughts & Contact Info

Follow Pedro- https://www.facebook.com/pedrolunaokc

Development is no joke, and this episode is us being honest about that. Andrea and I share where things really stand with Everwood Reserve—from surprise pipeline issues and SBA delays to how our tolerance for risk has had to grow this year.

We also talk about launching the Ameen Family Foundation and our Reclaim Memories campaign, plus how we’re reshaping Remote Real Estate Academy into a free Skool community that better supports our long-term vision.