The Real Estate JAM

Join JD and Melissa on the show today as they talk about their secrets to finding good deals. You've heard how the different guests on the show get their deals, but what do our hosts implement on their end? Stay tuned to find out!

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The importance of your marketing to attract good deals.
• "Creating" deals instead of "finding" them: make your solutions fit people's needs.
• The value of building rapport. It's you and them against their problems!
• The different skills needed in making things work. It's not all about marketing or construction!
• Tricks to get a significant return for a small amount of money and time.
• And more!

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Join JD, Annabel, and Melissa as they talk about the challenges they've faced in their real estate journey. The trio talks about the lessons they've learned from their mistakes, how they've improved so far, and what they're looking to do in the future.

Even if the virus is still out there, the show must go on. It can be tough on some days, but it's all worth it in the end. Stay tuned!

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Developing your team and hiring people. What does "hire slow and fire fast" mean?
• A deeper look into how virtual assistants can help. Where and how do you find them?
• The importance of being quick to hire great candidates quickly.
• Setting your goals and creating systems to produce results at a faster pace.
• How you can come back from the aftermath that the COVID-19 lockdown left behind.
• And more!

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Join JD and Melissa as they talk with Matt Gardner. He's a former Air Force pilot who later fell in love with real estate after a bout with cancer! Matt currently works as an agent handling a 10-person team for eXp Realty in Florida. During the episode, Matt tries to find a solution to a strategic problem for one of JD and the group's properties. Stay tuned, and enjoy!

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The common thing between most real estate investors' stories.
• Transitioning from doing it solo to handling a team of ten. Working with 1000 leads is no joke!
• Protecting your partnerships by being clear on the commission breakdown.
• Changes that COVID brought to how Matt and his team do their work.
• The hidden potential in VA foreclosures.
• And more!

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About Matt Gardner:

I'm a fighter pilot, cancer survivor, and building an international real estate team at eXp Realty. If you are an agent or broker, message me to learn about this game-changing brokerage model! I also have a real estate investing company, where we rehab homes and have a growing portfolio of short-term rental properties. If you know anyone buying, selling, or investing in Florida (from Destin to Panama City and Pensacola), let me know; my team would love to help!

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You can find Matt Gardner on…

Website: https://www.teamroar.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roargardner/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamRoarEXP/

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Join JD with Melissa McRay Johnson. Melissa is a member of the Forbes Real Estate Council, the Flipping Junkie podcast, NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners), and a founding member of the San Antonio InvestHER Meetup. On top of all that, she's an investor who's done over 1000 flips, a business coach, and a mother of five children.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Having the right mindset as an independent woman.
• Building systems and processes for your business. Why are they important?
• When should you consider hiring? How helpful would getting a VA be?
• Spending your money efficiently. Track your marketing and make the most out of your leads.
• Knowing when you should get into high-level coaching. Be proactive and get uncomfortable with your mentors!
• And more!

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About Melissa McRay Johnson:

Melissa Johnson has been flipping houses in San Antonio, TX since 2003, growing and expanding the business into a thriving real estate investment operation. With over 1000 houses flipped, she has also built a portfolio of rental properties and real estate notes while raising five children. She provides coaching, support, and education for other high level real estate investors nationwide. As co-founder of the San Antonio InvestHer meet up group and an active member of the Forbes Council on Real Estate, and the National Association of Women Business Owners, she is dedicated to the success and empowerment of women in business.

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You can find Melissa McRay Johnson on…

Website: https://themelissajohnson.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mcray-johnson-8794827/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissajohnsonrei

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Join JD, Annabel, and Melissa (The Real Estate Jam) with Kyle Ballif. Kyle is a local real estate agent, licensed agent, and a real estate investor himself! He talks about the importance of coaches and mentors, how he and his partner work through their partnership, and knowing where to find your deals.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The benefits of buying a house from someone who already owns one.
• Learning what people are doing and NOT reinventing the wheel.
• Working with a partnership and dividing the responsibilities accordingly.
• Finding areas of growth without having to spend money.
• Being wary of fake mentors and coaches.
• And more!

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About Kyle Ballif:

As an agent who's an expert in this local area, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here. It's not the same everywhere, so you need someone you can trust for up-to-date information. I am eager to serve you. Here are some of the things I can do for you:

Find Your Next Home

You need someone who knows this area inside and out! I can work with you to find the right home at the right price for you, including all the neighborhood amenities that matter - not to mention the essential criteria you have for your ideal home

Sell a Home

When it's time to move, you need someone who will advertise your home, show to prospective buyers, negotiate the purchase contract, arrange financing, oversee the inspections, handle all necessary paperwork and supervise the closing. I can take care of everything you need, from start to close.

Consult on Home Selling Tactics

Oftentimes buyers don't visualize living in your home the way you do. I can make your home attractive to its ideal audience - which can help you get top dollar. Things like staging the home, making repairs or minor improvements, or even simply painting the walls can be the difference between a home resting on the market and one that's sold fast.

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You can find Kyle Ballif on…

Website: https://www.homesonlyinpcb.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-ballif-3a734415/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kballif/

Contact#: +1 850-610-1555

Email: [email protected]

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Join JD and Melissa (The Real Estate Jam) with Brayand Ponciano as they talk about personal development. He's the master of changing your mindset, and he reveals the secrets to unlocking your potential!

When you're ready, the right teacher will appear. Maybe Brayand is the teacher you've been waiting for!

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Living a life with no excuses and being honest with yourself.
• Everybody creates their own reality, but only successful people take credit for it.
• How can you get others to have this mindset flip?
• Realizing that you have a messed-up mind.
• And more!

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Get the FREE webinar here: https://www.unfuckyourmindset.com/training

You're Going To Learn...

• How To acknowledge and manage your thoughts & feelings! (And be able to control them strategically)...
• ​A simple trick that allows you to change your perspective in an instant (so you don't waste time overthinking!)...
• ​The best ways to reprogram your mindset from doubt, fear, and scarcity to abundance, confidence, and peace of mind.
• ​The exact methods I use to live my life and grow my business the way I want to.
• ​Tons more but running out of room here :-)

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You can find Brayand Ponciano on…

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cashflowcreator/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unfyourmindset/

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Join JD, Annabel, and Melissa (The Real Estate Jam) with Christian Marin as they talk about scaling your business. He shares his different strategies for growing exponentially, getting the right people, and getting guidance in your real estate career. Stay tuned, and enjoy!

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How he got into real estate by putting up bandit signs.
• Reinvesting everything that came to the business back into marketing. They boosted revenue from $300K in 2017 to $1.4M in 2018!
• The value of hiring a good team. His old team left him without an acquisitions team!
• Why paying for mentorship is one of the best investments in your life. When should you start spending on your education?
• And more!

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About Christian Marin:

Christian was born in Colombia and grew up in the Orlando area. He became a Firefighter/Paramedic in the Central Florida area in 2006. Since then he has started several successful businesses in the Orlando area. After the real estate market crashed he decided to use his passion to help people by helping homeowners in tough situations sell their homes. Since 2013 he has been involved in over 120 real estate transactions and has helped hundred of homeowners get their life back on track. He hopes to bring his business expertise to new and seasoned investors in showing them how to grow their investment portfolio. He is a member of the Central Florida Real Estate Investor Network (CFRI) and the National Association of Realtors.

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You can find Christian Marin on…

Website: https://www.capitalrepros.com/our-company/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-marin-b7b22861/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/capitalrepros/

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Join JD, Annabel, and Melissa (The Real Estate Jam) with David Pere as they talk about his Military to Millionaire journey. He shares how he started, his perspective on real estate coming from a military background, and some tips and tricks to real estate and life in general.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The value of reading! As often as it's mentioned, Rich Dad Poor Dad has started a lot of real estate adventures!
• Dealing with the hard times and not getting lost in the sunshine and rainbows.
• Sometimes you find good contractors.
• David's story behind his short-term rental. Balancing between pulling back to think and stepping on the gas.
• Putting importance on discipline. Try out time blocking and batching!

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About David Pere:

David is an active-duty Marine who devotes his free time helping service members, and veterans, learn how to build wealth through real estate investing, entrepreneurship, and personal finance!

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You can find David Pere on…

Website: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-pere/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1735593999901619/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frommilitarytomillionaire/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/military_to

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Join JD, Annabel, and Melissa (The Real Estate Jam) with Kayla Sweeny. Kayla is a mortgage loan advisor for Acopia and certified to help people in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, and Texas. She shares how she was able to get certified on five states, the specifics to know when dealing with mortgage loan advisors, and why you might want to go with lenders instead of regular banks.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The significance of finding a mortgage loan advisor when you're going for conventional financing.
• Programs available for investors who may not qualify for a traditional loan.
• How real estate investors can make things faster and easier as far as documents are concerned. Put your social security card where you can remember!
• Why do lenders like Acopia usually close more quickly than regular banks?
• The importance of talking to your mortgage loan advisor before you do something.

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You can find Kayla Sweeny on…

Acopia Home Loans: http://www.acopiahomeloans.com

Contact: (770) 731-9297

Email: [email protected]

Acopia, LLC is an equal housing residential mortgage lender. All loans are subject to underwriting, credit, and property approval. Not all products are available in all states, or for all loan amounts. Other restrictions and limitations may apply. 306 Northcreek Blvd., Suite 100, Goodlettsville TN 37072 | (615) 859-5537 | GA Residential Mortgage Licensee, GRMA 23190 | Lender ID 4664.

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg

Join Annabel Monroe with Josh Culler as they talk about content marketing and building your brand. Josh is an expert content marketer with seven years of experience under his belt. He shares his take on content marketing, gives insight on how it could help in your business, and actionable points to take for you to start building your brand.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The essence of networking and connecting with people. Josh builds real relationships with his clients without contracts!
• Keeping yourself accountable and the value of mentorship.
• What is content marketing in the first place?
• The importance of knowing your demographic and audience
• How frequent should you put content out

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About REI Marketing Weekly:

If you're an active Real Estate Investor that wholesales, flips, holds, turnkeys, or anything in between, and you're struggling with inbound or outbound marketing, this podcast is for you. Josh Culler has been in the investing industry for 7 years and has helped over 100 investors in their marketing efforts. On this show Josh interviews actual investors that are crushing it in their marketing to share what they're doing in their actual business.

About The Content Marketing Playbook:

Content marketing is something that can be challenging to understand. Especially for small business owners and solopreneurs, but understanding how content marketing can elevate your business is a must! On this show, I break this subject down into specific topics making it easy for anyone to understand. Subscribe and enjoy!

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You can find Josh Culler on…

Website: https://reimarketingweekly.com/

REI Marketing Weekly: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rei-marketing-weekly/id1501711912

The Content Marketing Playbook: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/the-content-marketing-playbook-josh-culler-WNTMKQb8-Je/

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Connect with The Real Estate Jam!

Website: https://www.shorefrontrestorations.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefrontRestorations

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefrontrestorations/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_CWAV1OvH81yp6fITB4lg