The Invested Fathers

Can you build an ambitious career, create wealth, and pursue big opportunities without sacrificing your faith or your family?

In this episode of The Invested Fathers, I sit down with Hunter Wuistinger—a husband, father of three, entrepreneur, investor, and Managing Partner of Alternatives at Dragonfly Family Office. Hunter has experience across real estate, oil and gas, private investments, syndications, and capital raising.

But this conversation goes much deeper than investing.

Hunter shares about a season when chasing growth, promotions, and success started costing him presence at home—and the lessons that changed the way he now approaches business, marriage, and fatherhood.

We talk about stewardship over simply making more money, how to stay present when your mind is constantly thinking about business, building genuine relationships, creating intentional experiences with your kids, and integrating faith into everyday business conversations.

If you’re trying to build something meaningful without sacrificing the people who matter most, this episode is for you.

CONNECT WITH HUNTER

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-wuistinger-637124234/

Newsletter: Hunter shares his newsletter through LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hunter-wuistinger-637124234_change-newsletter-growth-activity-7503090498392305664-fRL9

Hunter describes the newsletter as a place to share lessons around relationships, growth, investing, faith, and family.

CHAPTERS

00:00 — Meet Hunter Wuistinger
01:19 — What Hunter is building right now
03:38 — 26 years old, married with three kids
05:39 — What are syndications and SPVs?
09:19 — Is now still a good time to invest?
14:04 — Helping investors find the right opportunities
16:29 — Building a business without sacrificing your family
19:19 — The wake-up call that changed Hunter’s priorities
22:49 — “Be present where you are”
26:35 — Giving each child individual attention
30:30 — Bringing faith into business and relationships
32:55 — Advice for ambitious fathers
35:37 — “There will be plenty of money”
38:50 — How to connect with Hunter

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Thomas St. John spent years building a real estate portfolio the hard way—buying single-family homes, managing apartments, doing turnovers, and building wealth largely with his own money. 

It was hard, but it was working. Until it wasn't. 

Fatherhood changed the equation and the goals. 

After realizing his daughter didn’t understand that all those long hours were being sacrificed for her future—she only knew that Dad was leaving—Tom began rethinking what wealth actually meant.

In this episode, Tom and I talk about his journey from roughly 50 single-family homes to more than 100 apartment units, why he eventually sold most of his portfolio, and how he transitioned toward passive investing and raising capital.

And underneath all of it is a bigger question:

Are you building wealth for your family while missing the family you’re building it for?

We also get practical about evaluating investment opportunities: how Tom vets operators, why he wants sponsors investing their own money alongside investors, questions new LPs should ask, and why understanding the character of the person running the deal can matter just as much as the numbers.

Tom also shares information about what he is investing in, why he is investing in it, and free resources for investors on his website.

Chapters

00:00 — Real Estate Pitch Slam & Introduction
01:10 — Chess, Competition & Early Lessons
04:04 — Tom’s Career & Real Estate Journey
09:38 — How Fatherhood Changed His View of Wealth
12:52 — Selling His Portfolio & Moving Toward Passive Investing
18:09 — Being Present as a Dad
20:13 — Where Driven Fathers Can Miss It
26:10 — How Tom Vets Operators & Investment Deals
29:19 — Advice for New Passive Investors
32:39 — “Get in a Better Boat” & Final Thoughts

Connect with Tom

Website: NorthCorpCapital.com

LinkedIn: Thomas St. John

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What if the problem isn’t that you haven’t found the right job, built enough success, or figured out fatherhood?

What if the bigger challenge is learning to see purpose in the life you already have?

In this episode, I sit down with Randy Davis for a conversation about work, faith, fatherhood, fear, gratitude, and what it means to live with intention in the ordinary moments.

Randy shares his unique career journey—from the military and flight school to construction, business development, and eventually stepping away from his career to support his family’s growing business. Along the way, he's wrestled with anxiety, control, disappointment, and the question many men eventually face: What is all of this actually for?

We talk about the idea of “worshiping at work,” how gratitude can change the way we view our responsibilities, and why purpose may have less to do with what you do and more to do with how you show up for the people around you. Amen!

We also get into the practical realities of fatherhood we all face—losing your patience, listening instead of always trying to fix things, asking your kids for forgiveness, and thinking intentionally about the legacy you’re building at home.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the monotony of work, parenting, or simply trying to figure out what God is doing in your current season, this conversation is worth hearing.

Chapters

00:00 – Finding purpose at work and at home
01:32 – Gratitude, “thanks living,” and recognizing everyday gifts
05:30 – Redefining success and legacy as a husband and father
08:30 – Learning to worship through your work
13:30 – Randy’s career journey: military, business, construction, and change
23:00 – Fear, anxiety, control, and learning to trust God
26:00 – Seeing work as relational instead of transactional
31:00 – How everyday interactions can become opportunities to serve
34:00 – Fatherhood: listening more and trying to fix less
36:00 – Why asking your kids for forgiveness matters
38:00 – What Randy hopes his children remember
40:00 – The importance of mentorship and the SOAP framework

Connect with Randy

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The SOAP Mentorship Framework

Scripture – What are you reading?
Opportunities – Where are you building relationships and sharing your faith?
Accountability – Who and what are you allowing to influence you?
Prayer – How can you pray for and encourage one another?

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What if saving on taxes could do more than improve your finances — what if it could create more margin in your life?

I sat down with Yonah Weiss, aka the “Cost Seg King,” to talk about real estate, tax strategy, fatherhood, and intentional living.

Yonah has spent nearly a decade helping real estate investors understand cost segregation, and he breaks it down in a simple way — what it is, how it works, who can benefit from it, and why it can be such a powerful tool for investors. We also talk about the short-term rental loophole, and how real estate can be used strategically to create more flexibility. 

Outside of real estate, Yonah is a father of six, and we talk about the importance of knowing each child individually, and the power of creating intentional one-on-one time with them. 

Other items we discuss:

• Why each child may need to be parented differently
• The value of individual “date nights” with your kids
• Teaching kids about money and responsibility
• What we hope our children remember about us
• Why growth in business and fatherhood is a continual process 

If you’re a dad trying to build wealth without losing sight of what matters most, this conversation is for you.

Connect with Yonah Weiss

Website: yonahweiss.com

LinkedIn: Connect with Yonah on LinkedIn

Apple Podcasts: Listen to Weiss Advice on Apple Podcasts

Podcast Website: Weiss Advice Podcast

For cost segregation questions or a property analysis, Yonah invites listeners to reach out directly through his website or LinkedIn; he also mentions offering free consultations and property estimates. 

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What if the next problem you’re trying to solve isn’t really a “how” problem — but a “who” problem?

In this episode of The Invested Fathers, I share a few life updates and several recent conversations that reminded me how much of business, investing, and life comes down to relationships.

I talk about reconnecting with a potential investor through LinkedIn, helping an investor navigate a deal that went south in Arizona, working through delayed K-1s on a Texas investment, dealing with challenges on a Colorado project, and having conversations with friends and investors about their long-term goals.

The common thread: instead of always asking, “How do I figure this out?” maybe the better question is, “Who do I need to talk to?”

We also get into the importance of communication when deals don’t go according to plan, why consistently putting yourself out there can create unexpected opportunities, and why sometimes you just need to stop overthinking the outreach and start the conversation.

If there’s something you’ve been stuck on lately, ask yourself:

Who do I need to be talking to?

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Personal Life Updates

02:29 - The Power of Business Conversations

04:21 - Helping a Friend with Legal Issues

07:14 - Dealing with Renovation Delays

08:36 - The 'Who Not How' Mindset

09:17 - Encouragement to Connect and Lead with Intent

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How do you prepare your kids for adulthood without trying to control every step they take?

In this episode, Kenny sits down with longtime friend, financial advisor, and newly minted empty nester Stephen St. John for a conversation that goes far beyond money.

After helping hundreds of families navigate financial decisions over the past two decades, Stephen shares what he's learned about the investment that matters most: raising children with wisdom, responsibility, and a deep trust rooted in the Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ. 

Together, Kenny and Stephen discuss:

• Why your greatest investment may not be in your portfolio—but in your children.
• How to teach kids responsibility without simply handing them everything.
• Practical ways to prepare children financially for college while giving them ownership of the process.
• The power of milestones, father-son trips, and creating moments your children will never forget.
• Lessons learned from launching two sons into adulthood.
• What Stephen wishes every father would remember before his kids leave home.

One of the most powerful moments comes when Stephen answers a simple question:

"If your sons were sitting here today, what would you hope they say they learned from you?"

His answer has very little to do with money—and everything to do with faith, family, and living a life that points to Christ. 

Whether your kids are toddlers, teenagers, or already grown, this episode is a reminder that the small investments you make today often become the greatest returns you'll ever experience.

If this episode encouraged you, share it with another dad who is trying to be intentional with his family. Sometimes one conversation can change the trajectory of generations.

Resources mentioned:

- The Intentional Father by Jon Tyson 

- The Price You'll Pay for College by Ron Lieber 

- Who Gets In and Why by Jeffrey Selingo 

- Raising a Modern-Day Knight by Robert Lewis 

- REAL Man program with 3 Gen Ministries

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What do a house fire, a family vacation, and real estate investing have in common?

More than you might think.

In this solo episode, Kenny shares a behind-the-scenes look at what's been happening over the past few weeks—from a contractor's phone call that every real estate investor dreads, to new investment opportunities, family memories from the Outer Banks, and the small decisions that ultimately shape our marriages, businesses, faith, and children.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• The contractor call that almost ended in disaster—and the lesson it taught me
• Updates on our current real estate projects, including two active flips and new land opportunities
• Why I'm excited about partnering with Rise48 on a new apartment community in Raleigh, North Carolina
• An invitation to our upcoming investor webinar
• Why one investor is flying to Kansas City before investing—and why I encourage it
• Why I'm becoming less interested in interviewing famous people and more interested in interviewing faithful people
• A challenge for every dad to identify the "lint" building up beneath the surface before it becomes a bigger problem

Resources Mentioned

• The Invested Fathers Newsletter – Receive updates on new investment opportunities, fatherhood encouragement, faith, health, and behind-the-scenes business updates.

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• Rise48 Webinar – Learn about our latest multifamily investment opportunity in Raleigh, NC.

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• EastWest Capital – Learn more about passive investing opportunities and connect with Kenny 

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Can you build wealth, grow your career, and still be fully present for your family?

Too many fathers feel like they have to choose between being successful at work and being intentional at home. In this episode of The Invested Fathers, Kenny sits down with Jono Allen to challenge that idea and explore what it looks like to align faith, finances, and fatherhood by embracing the power of keeping it simple.

Jono is the founder of Larnach Capital, where he helps investors build wealth that elevates people, strengthens families, and creates thriving communities. After spending the last decade in corporate banking and finance, Jono made the leap into full-time multifamily real estate investing and now actively invests in more than 1,400 apartment units while helping others gain confidence in building long-term wealth.

But this conversation goes far beyond real estate.

Jono shares his journey from studying theology and believing he was called to be a pastor, to discovering that faith and business don't have to live in separate worlds. Together, Kenny and Jono discuss taking risks, following God's leading, and how simple, consistent habits often have the greatest impact.

From creating a weekly rhythm like "Saturday mornings with Dad," to keeping family devotions approachable and manageable, this episode is a reminder that fathers don't need complicated systems to build a meaningful life. Sometimes the most powerful investments we can make are the simplest ones.

If you're a father, business owner, investor, or simply someone trying to balance work, faith, and family, this episode will encourage and challenge you.

In This Episode

• Why faith and finance don't have to be separate
• Jono's journey from theology student to investor and entrepreneur
• The risks and rewards of leaving a stable career
• The power of keeping things simple in work, faith, and family life
• How intentional dads can create lasting memories with their children
• Why "Saturday mornings with Dad" can be more impactful than grand gestures
• Fighting distractions and being fully present with your family
• Building a multi-generational legacy

About Jono Allen

Jono spent the last decade in corporate banking and finance, and has always felt passionate about empowering business leaders and helping them build businesses that thrive. He has also been investing in real estate for more than 10 years, with experience in flipping houses, duplexes, bare land, and subdivisions before focusing on multifamily real estate.

Today, he is actively invested in more than 1,400 multifamily apartment units and serves full-time as co-fund manager of five multifamily projects.

Jono and his wife, Erin, enjoy gardening, hiking, camping, and exploring local greenways with their two children. They are actively involved in their local church.

Jono's Favorite Recent Books

The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas

A powerful reminder that pursuing vengeance to its fullest extent ultimately leaves you feeling empty and sickened by its consequences.

Philip and Alexander by Adrian Goldsworthy

An insightful account of Alexander the Great and his father, Philip II. One of Jono's biggest takeaways is that the way we build and run organizations hasn't changed much in over two millennia. Organizations centered entirely around the empire-building ambitions of one person are often unhealthy, fragile, and ultimately unsustainable.

Connect with Jono

Website: https://larnachcapital.com

Connect with Kenny

Instagram: @invested_kennyjohnson

If this episode encouraged you, share it with another dad, business owner, or friend who is trying to build a life that is successful both at work and at home.

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Kenny sits down with Ed Sweeny of 3 Gen Ministries for a deep conversation about fatherhood, spiritual leadership, and the challenges families face during different seasons of life. Together, they discuss the “quarters of life,” what it means to launch children into adulthood, the dangers of passivity in men, and how fathers can lead with purpose and faith.

Ed also shares an incredibly powerful personal story about walking by faith and not by sight through hardship and finding hope in Jesus Christ. Trust me, you do not want to miss this episode and the testimony of God's faithfulness that Ed shares. 

Ed Sweeny serves with ThreeGen Ministries and is passionate about equipping men, fathers, and families to live with purpose and spiritual conviction. He is a trusted voice in fatherhood teaching, biblical stewardship., and has a deep heart for men, dads, and sons. 

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https://www.3genministries.org/

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Enjoying the show? Share this episode with a father, mentor, or friend who could benefit from this conversation. If you know someone who would be a great guest for the podcast, reach out to Kenny on Instagram (@invested_kennyjohnson)

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Here's the audio to a recent educational webinar covering investing retirement money into real estate.

In this comprehensive interview, Martin Campbell from Equity Trust shares insights on how investors can diversify their retirement portfolios through alternative investments like private equity, real estate, and private lending. The discussion covers the process of moving retirement funds into these assets, the benefits of diversification, and practical steps for investors to get started.

Link HERE to YouTube version.

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