In this Real Estate Rundown episode, Owen Dashner and Ted Kaasch recap the packed REIA Mastery Series event—The Mid-Size Multifamily Playbook—and share some behind-the-scenes chaos, lessons learned, and major takeaways from the day.

With over 110 attendees, including 55 licensed agents, the event wasn’t just a success—it was a clear sign that the Omaha investor community is hungry for scale and ready for next-level strategy. Owen and Ted reflect on how they curated the day, got it CE-accredited, and why nearly everyone in the room already owned investment property. They also tease out what’s next… including an upcoming January 16th fix-and-flip event that may just double in size.

This episode also drops a timely Golden Nugget: an intro to the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program—how it works, what investors need to know, and why it might be a game-changer for those exploring affordable housing. Real-life examples, personal headaches (thanks, Airbnbs), and a hypothetical “sell-it-all” scenario make this one entertaining and educational.

If you missed the REIA Mastery event, don’t worry—we’re releasing each speaker’s session as standalone podcast episodes over the next few weeks. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a single drop of knowledge. And if you know someone who should be on the podcast, hit us up on Facebook or Instagram.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In this powerful live episode from an Omaha REIA event, Byron Thompson, co-owner of Meraki Realty Group, pulls back the curtain on the real estate hustle and shares how to build a seven-figure business without burning yourself to the ground.

Byron walks through his personal journey—from sleeping on the floor with -$17 in his bank account to running one of Omaha’s top-performing brokerages. But this isn’t just a rags-to-riches story—it’s about what happens when success isn’t enough.

He breaks down the four burnout traps that every investor and agent eventually faces:

• The Knowledge Gap Trap
• The Mirage Trap
• The Hustle Trap
• The Illusion of Control

Each one comes with a hard-learned story and real-world solutions. Whether you’re stuck in the grind, on your first flip, or managing a growing team, this episode will hit home.

Byron’s authenticity, humor, and raw honesty lit up the room—and now, it’s your turn to hear it.

🎙 Want to hear what one of the best live speakers at Omaha REIA sounds like? This one’s worth the replay.

👉 Check out the full episode on your favorite podcast platform.

Liked the episode? Share it with someone who's on the verge of burning out and needs a reminder that progress—not perfection—is what keeps us moving.

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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Ted and Owen are back with a raw episode after losing one of their best interviews to tech issues. They regroup with a real-time look at what’s happening in the market—expired listings, nervous investors, and why cash flow feels harder than ever.

Owen breaks down how interest rate cuts don’t directly impact mortgage rates and shares the numbers on his latest mixed-use purchase in Council Bluffs. The guys also drop a reminder for newer investors: you need a business that funds your real estate—not the other way around.

Plus, a funny (and slightly awkward) story about Owen almost buying a fixer that turned out to be his friend’s childhood home.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In this episode, Alex Feria shares his journey from Cuba to Louisville, Kentucky, where he has built a successful career in mortgage lending and hard money investing. He talks about the growth of Louisville’s Cuban community, the challenges of launching and scaling a brokerage, and the values that have helped him build trust and reputation—like doing deals for free to help others and relying on referrals for 80% of his business.

Alex also breaks down the current mortgage landscape, why he's shifting from rental properties to hard money lending, and what inspired him to run for city council. Along the way, he reflects on lessons from early missteps, the realities of being a landlord in a regulation-heavy city, and the power of mentorship and community support.

If you’ve ever considered making the leap from landlord to lender—or wondered what it really takes to scale a brokerage and stand up for your community—this episode’s your blueprint. Listen in, take notes, and share it with someone grinding through the same journey. You never know who needs to hear it today.

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In this chaos-filled episode of the Real Estate Rundown, hosts Owen Dashner and Ted Kosh let it rip on the all-too-real challenges of property management—from $70K boilers and $50K sewer line descaling quotes to tenants leaving behind disaster zones and thousand-dollar make-ready bills. Sound familiar?

They don’t just vent. They offer up smart, scrappy solutions—like buying an excavator to DIY a sewer line replacement and how Rhino deposit insurance helped offset major tenant damage. Plus, they shout out game-changing tech like the Plaud AI device and touch on how SEO is still bringing them off-market deals—even without PPC.

 Love what you're hearing? Do us a favor—leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps more people find the show and keeps us fueled up to bring you the good, the bad, and the ridiculous from the real estate trenches. 

🎟️ Don’t forget—REIA Mastery tickets may still be available at REIAMasterySeries.com. Use code OWEN50 for $50 off. 

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In Episode 236 of REIA Radio, we dive into the investing journey of Jackson Udy, a full-time chemical engineer who’s been quietly building a real estate portfolio across state lines. Jackson shares how he got started by buying a duplex in Omaha while living in California, the ups and downs of managing from afar, and why partnering with family—especially through self-directed IRAs—isn’t always as smooth as it sounds.

He opens up about the reality of failed flips, like the one that ended with a surprise $22,000 plumbing bill, and a more recent deal that looked great on paper but burned him and his brother for a $15,000 loss each. Through it all, Jackson talks candidly about learning to trust his gut, the importance of actually managing your team, and how his W-2 career is still a key part of his long-term strategy.

He’s flipped houses, navigated eviction moratoriums, dealt with homeless encampments on the news, and still somehow finds time for his wife, kids, and crazy real estate ideas like turning a side yard into taco truck parking.

If you’ve ever thought about investing out of state, managing rentals remotely, or scaling without quitting your day job, Jackson’s stories and lessons will hit home.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to avoid turning someone else’s failed flip into your financial nightmare.

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In this episode, Alex Feria shares his journey from Cuba to Louisville, Kentucky, where he has built a successful career in mortgage lending and hard money investing. He talks about the growth of Louisville’s Cuban community, the challenges of launching and scaling a brokerage, and the values that have helped him build trust and reputation—like doing deals for free to help others and relying on referrals for 80% of his business.

Alex also breaks down the current mortgage landscape, why he's shifting from rental properties to hard money lending, and what inspired him to run for city council. Along the way, he reflects on lessons from early missteps, the realities of being a landlord in a regulation-heavy city, and the power of mentorship and community support.

If you’ve ever considered making the leap from landlord to lender—or wondered what it really takes to scale a brokerage and stand up for your community—this episode’s your blueprint. Listen in, take notes, and share it with someone grinding through the same journey. You never know who needs to hear it today.

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Real Estate Rundown, Owen and Ted dig into the not-so-glamorous side of real estate investing. From the financial gut punch of a $250K boiler replacement to the headache of deals falling apart due to stubborn lenders, this one’s as real as it gets.

They also cover:

• Updates on the upcoming REIA Mastery Series event (use discount code OWEN50 for $50 off!)
• Creative financing mishaps and how not to let your deal die at Day 29
• Why understanding your local landlord-tenant laws can save your ass (and your late fee policy)
• The latest Section 8 and rent control legislation you need to know about
• Omaha’s infamous City View Apartments—what happens when landlords get it wrong
• A candid golden nugget on staying compliant with state-specific lease rules

This is the kind of episode every landlord, property manager, and investor should hear before signing their next lease or closing their next deal.

👉 If you're enjoying the show, don’t forget to like, follow, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. It keeps us caffeinated and off the edge of a boiler-induced meltdown.

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In this episode, Justin Silverio shares his journey from flipping fire-damaged properties with his dad to launching two powerhouse real estate businesses: Open Letter Marketing and Invelo. We dive into the importance of reinvesting profits, building systems, and learning from failed partnerships. Justin opens up about his transition from the chaos of construction to the consistency of SaaS, the challenge of hiring the right people, and his passion for teaching financial literacy to his kids.

You’ll also hear about:

• His first $84K flip and what he did with it
• Why most direct mail campaigns flop—and how to fix yours
• Teaching kids to invest (and making them pitch you like it’s Shark Tank)
• Managing teams and navigating partnerships the right way
• The future of real estate marketing with AI and automation

Whether you're scaling your flipping business or trying to make your marketing actually work, this episode is packed with insights that will save you time, money, and headaches.

🎧 Listen now and take your real estate business to the next level.

👉 Check out Open Letter Marketing: https://openlettermarketing.com
👉 Learn more about Invelo: https://inveloapp.com/?fpr=ted72

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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In this episode of REIA Radio, we’re joined once again by Megan Ahern for a candid deep dive into what’s working—and what’s not—in real estate today. From scaling her “First Deal” program to attending high-ticket masterminds, Megan shares tactical strategies, personal growth reflections, and marketing ideas that any investor can apply.

We talk about:

• The power of networking events like Coffee & Cap Rates and REIA meetups
• How masterminds (yes, even the $65K ones) can compress learning and drive revenue
• The real impact of stepping away from daily operations—and letting your spouse step in
• Marketing insights from Justin Silverio and why Megan’s team chooses pay-per-lead over postcards
• Hiring smarter: Megan’s exact process for weeding out unqualified applicants before they waste her time
• The true cost (and hidden productivity gains) of cutting back on alcohol
• Why giving your kids experiences—not gifts—can build deeper family bonds

The episode wraps up with a teaser for next week’s interview with Justin Silverio of Invelo, plus a golden nugget about building a top-tier team by hiring for grit, not resumes.

🎧 If you’re enjoying the show, help us out by leaving a 5-star review—especially on Audible, where we’re rebuilding our ratings. You can now also watch our episodes on Spotify, YouTube, and Rumble.

📲 Follow Megan at @_taty_investor and tag along with the REIA Radio crew at @reiaradio on Instagram

You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-today
Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA
Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/
Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com
Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/
Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com
Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com
Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com
www.reiquicktips.com
Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/
RESimpli - https://resimpli.com/omahareia/
Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/
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