2025 real estate investing update! Join Phil Pustejovsky, Devin Sheehan, and Brian Busch as they revisit their bold predictions from earlier this year and unpack where the real estate market stands halfway through 2025.

In this candid and insightful podcast, the team dives into:

• Interest rate trends and unexpected economic hurdles
• The push for 100% bonus depreciation and its impact on investors
• Rising inventory levels across the U.S.—and what that means for buyers, sellers, and investors
• Tactical advice for navigating high-inventory markets

Whether you're an active investor or thinking of buying or selling a home, this podcast offers street-smart insights and actionable advice to thrive in today’s shifting market.

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Is bigger really better in real estate? Not always. Meet Dave, an investor who built a thriving real estate investing business without moving to a major city. Instead, he focused on small markets, simple strategies, and mentorship that actually works.

In this interview, Dave shares:

• Why real mentorship saves years of trial and error
• How keeping it simple can multiply your results
• Why small markets can be more profitable than big cities
• His $72,000 first deal (and what it taught him)
• Dave’s no-fluff advice for new investors

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Thinking about renovating your home or flipping a fixer-upper? Home improvement looks effortless on TV, but in reality, unexpected costs can quickly drain your budget and turn your dream project into a self-inflicted nightmare. In this podcast, we break down the hidden costs of home renovations and show you how to avoid costly surprises BEFORE they happen.

3 Must-Know Steps Before You Begin:

• Know what you're buying – Inspections, boundary lines, hidden repairs
• Know what you plan to do – Scope of work, budgeting, preventing scope creep
• Know who can get it done – Finding reliable contractors, avoiding scams

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Real estate investing can be a game-changer—but only if you know how to avoid the common mistakes that trap beginners. In this podcast, I break down the three biggest reasons why I failed when I first started, and how you can steer clear of these pitfalls to fast-track your success. 

Key Takeaways:

1. Why on-market deals make it harder to profit and how to find better opportunities
2. How learning from experienced investors can save you time and money
3. Why tackling oversized projects can be risky—and a smarter approach to completing deals efficiently 

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Struggling to make ends meet, riding a motorized bicycle, and unsure of his future, Erik took a leap of faith into real estate with Freedom Mentor—and it changed his life forever.

In this inspiring interview, Erik shares:

• How he got started in real estate with zero prior experience
• The challenges he faced in his first deal—and how he overcame them
• Why mentorship was the key to his success
• The mistakes new investors should avoid
• How mindset shifts can unlock opportunities
• How his life has changed and what Erik is working on now

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After 20 years in medical sales, Josh embraced creative real estate for freedom and financial growth. This interview covers his journey from skepticism to success, sharing lessons on avoiding mistakes, closing deals, and reaching $500K in net profits. His story proves that taking action can change your future!

In this interview, you'll learn:

• How Josh transitioned from a 20-year career in sales to real estate investing
• The personal and professional growth he gained through his journey
• The flexibility and freedom that came with his new career
• The invaluable support from the Freedom Mentor team
• The importance of taking risks and problem-solving in real estate
• How having a supportive spouse can impact success
• Why stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to life-changing opportunities

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Discover Creative House Flipping—a game-changing investment strategy that merges creative real estate investing with house flipping to generate big profits with less risk.

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Discover how Scott’s life-changing real estate journey with Freedom Mentor helped him earn over $120,000 from just two creative deals. In this interview, Scott reveals the challenges he faced, the strategies he mastered, and the lessons that led to success, transforming his family's future. If you're ready to explore how creative real estate can provide financial independence, stability, and freedom to pursue your dreams, this is the interview you can't afford to miss.

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Discover how Jordan and Jenna, brand-new to creative real estate investing, turned their first deal into $145,000 in profits. They’ll share their insights and strategies, proving that success isn’t just luck. If you're ready to explore life-changing opportunities, gain control of your time, and start building your own real estate business, this interview is a must-listen!

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Are you new to real estate, or perhaps finding yourself stuck, waiting for that breakthrough moment? Maybe you're managing a full-time job and wondering how you'll ever achieve the financial freedom you dream of. Wes’s inspiring transformation with Freedom Mentor offers an incredible roadmap for what’s possible with the right mentorship.

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