Every business owner struggles with getting the clients they want. Phillip Hatfield with Summit View Landscape and Design shares his entrepreneurial journey and how he has niched himself into a design build landscaping company while using his business as the engine to invest in real estate.

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The Pumpkin Plan” by Mike Michalowicz 

Phillip’s Lil Nugget:
Grow the Biggest Pumpkin- You won't stand out with the small pumpkins. Focus on what you're best at. Find your ideal clients and target them. These are the people who should be walking through your door. Concentrate on your strengths and attract the right clients to set yourself up for success.

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As we usher in a new year it is time to break down goal setting and some key principles to keep in mind as you look into 2025. These principles will keep you from the fluff and over-hyped nature of new year's resolutions that siderail many of us each year. Get tactical and realistic so you can achieve big things in 2025!

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Get ready for the best and most impactful moments from our guest line up from 2024. A year in review surveying the most successful and challenging real estate investors and entrepreneurs. From the grit it takes to thru hike the Triple Crown to the failure of the founder of a $2.5B real estate company. We cover it all. Here’s to a great 2025!

Garrett & Seth's  Li’l Nugget:
Set Big Goals – What do you want to accomplish in life? No matter what it is, aim high and set bold goals that will push you to take action. Let your goals drive you forward, but don’t forget—accountability is crucial. Without it, goals are just dreams without a plan!  Heres to 2025!!

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This single discipline will help you avoid the dreaded dumb tax in business and investing. Using the framework of “Thinking Time” and the art of asking the right questions, Seth and Garrett identify 3 problems all investors face and the questions that will help you get to the root issue at hand.

Helpful Links:
The Road Less Stupid - https://a.co/d/4gconTm

The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt - https://a.co/d/47oefCx

Never Finished - https://a.co/d/cpbaC3G

Sell Or Be Sold - https://a.co/d/giYztli

Atomic Habits - https://a.co/d/06qkv86

The E-Myth for Real Estate Agents - https://a.co/d/7eXugh9

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What does being a Division 1 baseball player for an SEC school have to do with being an uber successful real estate investor? Evidently everything! Brian Spear breaks down the lessons and mindsets he learned when playing for the University of Kentucky and how that translates off-field. Listen and get amped to go conquer your next business or real estate venture!

Connect with Brian:
 Website: investwithsunrise.com

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian--spear/
 

Brian’s’ Li’l Nugget:
Thinking Decades - Think with a long-term perspective, it’s crucial to think in terms of decades rather than short-term outcomes. This means anticipating the worst-case scenarios and preparing for them in advance. Rather than focusing only on optimistic projections, take a step back and consider all the possible challenges and setbacks that could arise over the coming years.

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Today we explore how to take management intensive assets like mobile home parks and operationalize them to where you can scale your strategy. You don’t have to own a portfolio of mobile home parks to apply the lessons from today's guest. Andrew is using over 40 virtual assistants to streamline an otherwise difficult task. 

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 Website:https://keelteam.com/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkeel/
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@KeelTeamRealEstateInvestments
Company LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/keel-team-real-estate
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/passivemhpinvesting/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/keelteam6?_rdc=1&_rdr

Andrew ’s’ Li’l Nugget:
 Reading is a powerful tool—never forget how much it can enrich your life! Stay HUNGRY and dedicated to learning. With so many free educational resources available at our fingertips, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to gain valuable knowledge. Stay hungry for growth, remain humble, and be open to learning from others. These qualities will carry you far and help you achieve success in both personal and professional life. Keep striving, keep learning, and let your journey of growth lead you to endless possibilities! 

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The best kept lending secret for real estate investors? Mark Ritter CEO of MBFS, which is a network of over 100 credit unions, pulls back the curtain on the competitive advantages of getting financing through credit unions. Be sure to cringe at his Smallerpockets story and how this type of botched surgery can ruin your investing plans.

Connect with Mark:

• markritter.com
•  mbfs.org   
• LinkedIn -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/markrittermbfs/

Mark’s’ Li’l Nugget:

Learn, Educate but stick with what you know. Stick with what you can manage. Don’t rush into rapid growth before you're ready. Take the time to truly understand and master your market before you dive in. Knowledge and preparation are key—take the time to learn the ins and outs of the market you're entering.

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In our rapidly changing digital age, the world is opening up and industries are being “democratized.” But is it a good thing? Today we discuss with Levi Brackman founder of Invown how Crowdfunding platforms for private real estate investment has changed the investing landscape along with his personal journey with handling discouragement along the way. 

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 https://www.invown.com/
 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/levi.brackman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levibrackman/

Levi’s’ Li’l Nugget:
Face your fear and keep moving forward. Don’t let fear stand in the way of your goals. It’s when you face your fears that real growth begins. Fear isn’t something to run from, but something to face, because that’s when true breakthroughs and miracles happen.

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Get ready to add one of the most powerful tools to your investing toolbelt. Trevor Ahing pulls back the curtain on using the novation strategy to close more deals and make more money that a traditional wholesale. He shares story after story of how to engage sellers who are stuck and need the solution you offer. You won’t want to miss his Smallerpockets story of how things went from good to on fire!

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/investwithtrev/

https://buyerbeateruniversity.com/

Trevor’s Li’l Nugget:
 Nobody knows what they're doing, but some choose to do it anyway. Imperfect action is better than waiting for perfection. Progress comes from taking the first step, no matter how small. There’s no secret formula—just act. Each step brings you closer to your goal. 

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Carlos learned first hand what happens after not filing your taxes for 8 years in a row. This crisis led to his passion of helping people get out of complex tax situations. He shares some relevant information as to what the IRS is doing now that we are post-COVID. You won’t want to miss this one!

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The Huddle - https://reinvestcapital.activehosted.com/f/1
FREE E-Book - https://taxdebtbook.com/

Carlos Li’l Nugget:
Spending just 20 minutes on meditation can make a big difference. Take a minute to calm your mind and reset. Life can be stressful, but this small break helps you clear your thoughts and feel more focused and at peace. Meditation is a simple yet powerful way to manage stress and improve your mental well-being. Taking this time for yourself can help you handle challenges with more calm and clarity.

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