The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast

At one of the nation’s biggest home-flipping events, David sits down with Moshik Zemach and Avi Ohana, two real estate investors who went from starting out to closing 80 wholesale deals per year in just a few short years. They break down how they scaled their business, built a strong team, and why they believe mastering marketing, sales, and hiring (in that order) is the key to success. Plus, they share insights on how social media is playing a new role in their growth.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:22 - Moshik And Avi’s Business

0:56 - Why They Plan On Prioritizing Social Media Now

4:14 - Their Company’s Core Values

9:48 - Why It’s Important To Build Skills Before Hiring

12:28 - The People That Moshik And Avi Have Learned From

14:17 - Should You Invest In Sales Training For Your Team?

15:52 - The First Hires They Made

17:07 - What They Were Doing Before Real Estate

19:16 - Why Investing In Single Family Homes Is Appealing To Them

21:27 - Moshik And Avi’s Closing Advice

23:29 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: Moshik Zemach

https://www.instagram.com/themoshikz/

Instagram: Avi Ohana

https://www.instagram.com/ohanavi_/

Website: Atlas Residential

https://www.atlasresidential.co/

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Self-storage is one of the most overlooked but powerful asset classes—and Alex Pardo is here to break down why. In this 15-minute masterclass highlight, he shares how investors are making big profits in storage, the key advantages over single-family real estate, and how you can get in without using your own money.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:31 - What Led Alex To Invest In Self-Storage

3:17 - You Don’t Need To Have A Ton Of Money To Start

3:58 - Deal Case Study 1

6:31 - The Unique Advantages Of Self Storage Investing

9:17 - Deal Case Study 2

10:48 - Deal Case Study 3

13:05 - Alex’s Tips On Direct Mail

14:39 - Closing Thoughts

15:19 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: Alex Pardo

https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25/

Website: Alex Pardo

https://www.storagewins.com/

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

At 18, Adam Levinson bought his first house—now, 35 years later, he’s reflecting on the lessons, wins, and regrets from decades in real estate. From surviving the 2008 crash to scaling a business and shifting strategies, this episode dives into what really matters in the long game of investing.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:33 - Adam’s Work With Life Policies & Triple Net Leases

10:23 - Early Years In His Career & Losing Everything In 2008

16:15 - Why Do Hedge Funds Choose Real Estate As An Asset Class?

17:40 - Bouncing Back After The Housing Crisis

23:09 - Adam’s Other Business

27:47 - Why Continue With Real Estate?

28:40 - Adam’s Advice For Someone Wanting To Break Out Of Their 9-5

30:09 - Closing Advice That Adam Gave Off-Camera

31:05 - Outro

LINKS:

LinkedIn: Adam Levinson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlevinson/

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Clint Cooper made a jaw-dropping $125,000 on his very first flip. In this episode, David and Clint break down how he pulled it off, the lessons he learned about scaling, and the strategies that still drive his success today. Whether you're curious about pocket listings, managing contractors, or navigating a challenging market, Clint shares actionable insights for investors at any level.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:28 - Where Is The Real Estate Market Headed In 2025?

1:41 - What Will Happen With Interest Rates In 2025?

3:19 - Clint’s Main Priority Right Now

4:20 - Adjusting Strategies When Interest Rates Went Up

6:05 - Clint’s First Deal & Working With “Pocket Listings”

9:22 - Mistakes He Made On His First Flip For $125k

11:10 - What He Was Doing Before Real Estate

12:43 - Getting Through Rough Patches In Business

18:31 - Clint’s $600k Wholesale Deal

19:57 - What He Used DealMachine For

23:02 - What Drives Clint To Success

26:50 - Clint’s Closing Advice

28:05 - Outro 

LINKS:

Instagram: Clint Cooper

https://www.instagram.com/clintbuysatl/

Website: Clint Cooper

https://www.padlybuys.com/

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Join us as Justin Johnson shares his inspiring journey from healthcare entrepreneur to real estate wholesaler. Discover the key insights and strategies that helped him hit the ground running, close multiple deals in his first months, and build a thriving business. Whether you're new to wholesaling or looking to level up, this episode is packed with actionable advice.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:37 - How Justin Johnson Got His Start In Real Estate

1:49 - His Previous Business

3:22 - Using Door Knocking As A Lead Channel

5:09 - Justin’s First Deal

6:57 - What He Did After Getting His First Assignment Fee

10:35 - What His Business Looks Like Today

14:29 - How He Got His Business To Become More Profitable

15:55 - How Much Justin Spends To Get A Deal

18:22 - Moving From Wholesaling To Flipping

21:46 - His First Hire In His Business

23:39 - How His Marketing Strategy Evolved

25:06 - Where He Wants To Take His Business

26:48 - How To Find Justin On Social Media

27:02 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: Justin Johnson

https://www.instagram.com/j3_companies/

Website: Justin Johnson

https://www.facebook.com/justin.johnson.100483/

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

David Dodge condenses two decades of experience and 1,000+ deals into 10 practical lessons for real estate investors. In this 15-minute highlight, he covers everything from mastering marketing and follow-ups to building genuine relationships with sellers. Whether you're scaling your business or closing your first deal, these insights will sharpen your approach and boost your success. 
 

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:09 - Lesson 1: This Is A Marketing Business

1:03 - Lesson 2: There Are 2 Types Of Motivation

1:59 - Lesson 3: There Are 2 Types Of Distress

2:36 - Lesson 4: Learn How To Solve Problems

3:45 - Lesson 5: Follow-Up Is Key

4:50 - Lesson 6: Make Friends Above All Else

6:17 - Lesson 7: Use Business Days For Inspections

6:58 - Lesson 8: Never Ask A Seller How They’re Doing

9:23 - Lesson 9: Transparency Is Key To Get Contracts Signed

13:18 - Lesson 10: Keep Your Sellers In The Loop

15:08 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: David Dodge

https://www.instagram.com/davidalandodge/

Website: David Dodge's Real Estate Skool E-Book

https://bit.ly/skoolebook/

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Ryan’s in the middle of his 30-day challenge, but he’s already locked up three deals in just seven days! In this episode, David and Ryan break down how he’s tackling the challenge, the strategies he’s using, and what’s keeping him motivated. If you’re ready to hit the ground running, this episode is your guide to making deals happen.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Why Is Ryan Doing Another 30 Day Challenge?

0:49 - What Are The Rules?

1:54 - Selling The Properties To His Contractor

3:13 - The Sellers From The Challenge So Far

6:07 - The Road Bumps With The Title Work

7:15 - How Ryan Felt He Was Rusty

10:00 - Could A Beginner Replicate His Results In 7 Days?

13:09 - What His Team Thinks Of Him Doing The Challenge

14:02 - Why The Challenge Is So Different This Time

15:43 - Ryan’s Words Of Advice

16:21 - Join Our Cold Calling Challenge! (It’s Free)

16:45 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Thinking about teaming up with a partner? David sits down with Andrew Newlon, who shares the top 3 tips that helped him build a successful 11-year partnership. Learn how to align on goals, define your purpose, and avoid the common pitfalls that can derail partnerships. This episode is packed with simple, actionable advice to help you create partnerships that last.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:26 - What Does Andrew Look Forward To Most At Collective Genius?

1:06 - Looking For Help With Project Management

2:38 - Wholesaling Is Andrew’s Bread And Butter

3:44 - What His Team Looks Like Now

5:23 - The Rental Side Of His Business In The Beginning

6:20 - Why He Wanted To Build A Business

8:17 - What His First 3 Years Looked Like In Real Estate

12:21 - Finding Wholesale Deals

13:10 - Leveraging Direct Mail & Targeting Absentee Owners

15:13 - How It Feels To Leave Your 9-5

16:55 - Finding His Rhythm In Year 3

17:37 - Successfully Splitting Up A Partnership

22:45 - Where His Business Is Now

26:43 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: Andrew Newlon

https://www.instagram.com/newlon_andrew/

Website: Andrew Newlon

https://www.ozarkshousebuyers.com/

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

David and Ryan go head-to-head in a Dad Joke Challenge packed with groan-worthy laughs and real estate wisdom. This holiday episode delivers equal parts humor and practical tips, making it the perfect break from the family chaos—or a reason to gather everyone around for a good laugh. Don't miss this festive mix of fun and investing insights!

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - Introduction

0:29 - Joke 1: How Does A Dual Agent Sleep?

2:14 - Joke 2: Why Don’t Real Estate Investors Get Lost?

2:41 - Joke 3: What Does A House Wear?

3:40 - Joke 4: Why Did The Investor Bring A Map To The Closing Table?

6:13 - Joke 5: What Kind Of Building Weighs The Least?

6:35 - Joke 6: What’s A Real Estate Investor’s Favorite Type Of Music?

7:01 - Joke 7: What’s A Realtor’s Favorite Christmas Song?

7:14 - Joke 8: Why Do Investors Love Fixer Uppers?

8:24 - Join Our January Cold Calling Challenge! (It’s Free)

8:54 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Think real estate marketing is complicated? Think again. In just 15 minutes, Brent Daniels lays out everything you need to know to generate leads, connect with sellers, and grow your business. This highlight from the DealMachine Masterclass is packed with actionable strategies that simplify marketing and help you see results fast—no fluff, just what works.

KEY TALKING POINTS:

0:00 - The Importance of Getting Reps When Talking To Sellers

3:59 - The 3 Steps To Becoming A Real Estate Entrepreneur

6:39 - All Roads Lead To PPC: 4 Tiers To REI Marketing

8:33 - You Need To Post On Social Media EVERY Day

11:14 - The Sales Cycle Of Outbound vs Inbound Marketing

13:39 - Build Up Your Skills With Outbound Before Going With Inbound Marketing

15:15 - Outro

LINKS:

Instagram: Brent Daniels

https://www.instagram.com/realbrentdaniels

Website: Talk to People

https://www.talktopeople.com

Instagram: David Lecko

https://www.instagram.com/dlecko

Website: DealMachine

https://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Instagram: Ryan Haywood

https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments

Website: Heritage Home Investments

https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/