Meet our new RPOA Executive Director Erika Farley! In this end-of-the year holiday message, Erika will introduce herself and discuss the RPOA's success in pushing back on several bills at the state and local level. Erika shares the update on lead testing in the city of Grand Rapids, as well as the slate of housing and tenant's rights bills that were rolling through the legislature earlier this year. Plus, you can still get the early bird discount on the 2024 Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference. This is a must-attend two-day event for real estate investors at all levels happening February 22-23, 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Register now and get an early bird discount at midwestreiconference.com!

Special RPOA Year-End Update with Erika Farley

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My guest today was able to overcome incredible challenges to build a $100 million roofing company, and today he shares his inspirational story. Dustin Gutkowski overcame homelessness at the age of 14 and went on to build a business empire with Results Roofing, reaching an astonishing $100 million in just four years. Dustin’s guiding principle, "Impact Over Income" reflects not only in his business success but also in the lives he has positively influenced. Find out more: Instagram: @dustingutkowskiRR Facebook: @dustingutkowski YouTube: Dustin Gutkowski Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com

EP436 From Homeless to $100M with Dustin Gutkowski

My guest today became a millionaire at the age of 28 by cracking the code on student housing. Ryan Chaw figured out how to double and triple his rental income with his co-living and student housing investment model while working a full-time job. Now, after acquiring fifteen properties he has been able to fully replace his pharmacist’s salary with his rental cash flow. Find out more: www.newbierealestateinvesting.com/guide https://www.youtube.com/@ryanchaw1 Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com

EP435 Triple Your Rental Income with Student Housing with Ryan Chaw

When it comes to real estate investing, there are two types of investors – those who choose to actively find, fund, and manage their portfolio, and those who prefer to take a more passive role and let other professionals handle the work and time commitment. My guest today has taken on a more active role in buying properties to rehab and rent, while creating opportunities for investors to generate passive income. Jason Engelman is the CEO of Freaky Fast Home Buyers & Investments, which currently manages $35 million in assets in six different states including Georgia, Texas, and Ohio. Find out more: Check out our website! www.freakyfastinvestments.com If you would like more information, use the form below and our investor relations team will be sure to reach out.  https://forms.monday.com/forms/9f4da2e9f9d915d92cf0b1807429de49?r=use1 To message our team directly, send us an email to: info@freakyfasthomebuyers.com Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com

EP434 From $20 in His Pocket to a $35 Million Portfolio With Jason Engelman

My guest today is concerned with the structural integrity of your home and your rental properties. RK Bob Brown is known as “The Dirt Whisperer”, and he’s renowned for his deep understanding of foundations and his ability to address complex issues with ease. Bob is also the author of the book "Foundation Repair Secrets: Learn How to Protect Yourself and Save Thousands." Bob’s wisdom centers around empowering owners with the knowledge and tools necessary to maintain the structural integrity of their properties. Find out more: https://foundationrepairsecrets.com/  Foundation Repair Secrets (book) Social media @Dirt Whisperer Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com

EP433 Foundation Repair Secrets with RK Bob Brown

My guest today is an expert in foreclosures and will be sharing tips on how you can craft a foreclosure strategy when working with owners who find themselves in that distressing situation. DJ Olojo is a real estate investor, realtor, and author of the book “The Foreclosure Fix: 12 Proven Steps to Beat the Bank, Escape Foreclosure, and Turn Your Property into a Profitable Asset”. Based in Atlanta, DJ has a mission to help one million homeowners navigate foreclosure. Today he’s shares how he works with homeowners who are in foreclosure and negotiates with their lender to help them out. DJ also purchases the note and becomes the lender himself. Find out more: www.theforeclosurefix.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/djolojo/ https://www.facebook.com/Djolojo/ https://twitter.com/dj_olojo https://www.instagram.com/dj_olojo/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheForeclosureFix Today’s episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com

Special RPOA Year-End Update with Erika Farley

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