The Same Day Podcast

Aaron Whigham is the Managing Director at New U, a company that provides free professional development boot camps and programs for diverse talent to discover their best characteristics and define their dreams. He has over 10 years of experience as a business strategist with a background in multi-project management, risk assessment, trend review, cost control, operational streamlining, and data processing. As a senior pastor and community and social services professional, Aaron is skilled in nonprofit organizations, coaching, sales, conflict resolution, and team building. Before New U, he was the Director of Programs at Atento Capital, where he led an effort called TE 100, advising and recruiting over 160 founders.

Are you considering launching a business but aren't sure where to begin? Where can you go to receive professional development and advance your entrepreneurial career?

Business coach Aaron Whigham advises entrepreneurs at each stage of their careers and helps them realize their full potential. When struggling to get a business off the ground or managing key operations, Aaron recommends honing your talents and finding a partner to help you run the company. New U helps individuals and business professionals perform self-assessments, identify a vision, and secure their dream careers.

In today's episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk speaks with Aaron Whigham, Managing Director at New U, about professional development in entrepreneurship. Aaron discusses the challenges he encountered and lessons he learned leading his advising program, New U's mission and process for personal and professional development, and how he began coaching entrepreneurs.

Tim Bakamjian is a Broker at Castle Realty. He is also an investor, property manager, and the director of a local real estate investment group that meets monthly in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As an active investor in the real estate industry for over 35 years, Tim owns approximately 50 rental properties.

In the volatile real estate market, interest and mortgage rates constantly fluctuate, making it difficult to structure a profitable investment portfolio. So, how can you navigate the market to ensure a viable return on capital?

As a 35-year veteran of the real estate industry, Tim Bakamjian has managed a robust portfolio of rental properties through recessions, housing market crashes, and mortgage lending crises. He asserts the importance of rent increases to ensure effective property maintenance. Maintaining a property allows you to refinance it to secure other advantageous deals and interest rates.

In today's episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk hosts Tim Bakamjian, a real estate broker, investor, and property manager, to discuss how to secure profitable investments during market fluctuations. Tim shares how he evaluates investments and sales, the benefits of rent increases, and how to maintain an investment portfolio during housing market increases.

Brook Reutter is a Managing Member at Stonebrook Investment Group, a real estate investment/holding company. He is also the Supervisor of Corporate Billings and Collections at Verizon. With over 25 years of experience as a residential real estate investor, Brook focuses on owner financing by offering his tenants ownership through a contract for deed.

In the real estate investment space, traditional rental contracts are often demanding, with landlords holding too much power over their tenants. A contract for deed is a profitable option for investors as it streamlines the transaction process and gives tenants the freedom to own. As an investor, what should you know about this financing option, and how can you capitalize on it?

Contracts for deeds allow buyers to make monthly payments on a property upon which they receive the title after completing the payments. During the process, the buyer must pay the investor principal, interest, taxes, and insurance. Brook Reutter advises consulting a third party, such as an accountant, to mediate the transactions. This allows the buyer to withdraw from the contract at will and the investor to resell the property based on current interest rates.

In this episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk hosts Brook Reutter, Managing Member at Stonebrooke Investment Group, to discuss the specifications of a contract for deed. Brook explains the difference between a rental contract and a contract for deed, how a due on sale clause impacts a contract for deed, and the importance of building relationships with bankers.

Jeremy Newkirk is the Owner and Operator of Roof Leaks & Moore in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is accustomed to handling storms of all kinds, from the aftermath of ones that ravage his clients' homes to the subsequent worries that linger plaguing their minds. Ever since he was a kid, Jeremy valued quality relationships with others above all, which has propelled him forward in his versatile career from running a paper to bartending to now managing a roofing company. The key to his success lies in networking, trusting, and giving without any reciprocal expectations.

Like many, you probably take the luxury of a roof over your head for granted. So, what can you do if a storm comes along and ravages your roof or, even worse, risks your or your family's safety?

Jeremy Newkirk empathizes with this worry. As a result, he started a roofing business specializing in disaster restoration for commercial and residential properties. His work helps homeowners and insurance companies complete roof diagnostics to proactively figure out any coverage issues. By combining handling the contracting and the insurance company issues, he can streamline the whole process and take the headache out of the minds of his clients.

In this episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk talks with Jeremy Newkirk, Owner and Operator of Roof Leaks & Moore. Jeremy discusses how he helps people reclaim their homes, their cash, and their sanity by making roof repairs and the insurance process for filing claims easier. Jeremy elaborates on the key to his success, how he started hustling when he was nine, his philosophy for helping others, and the benefits of networking to scale a business. Stay tuned for a "leak" behind the entrepreneurial lens!

Vondell Burns is the Founder and CEO of Thankless Production LLC. Her business offers education and professional services to aspiring entrepreneurs. Thankless Production provides a range of professional services and educational opportunities to creative entrepreneurs who prefer to focus on their vision while outsourcing marketing, business management, and content production.

Vondell specializes in coaching entrepreneurs who may be facing obstacles such as imposter syndrome or the illusion of time. She seeks to reveal how to bridge these gaps and answer the unanswered questions so you can grow and scale your business idea. She also offers strategy and brand consultations and organizes and leads weekly virtual coaching calls to help her clients transform their ideas into reality.

Most entrepreneurs need some guidance when pursuing their grand ideas. But where can you get that kind of direction? Taking the right first steps at the onset is key. How can you make each step of the process empower you and drive you forward?

Vondell Burns has been in your shoes and knows what it takes to get started in the right direction. She knows that aspiring entrepreneurs need guidance in pursuing their grand ideas. She encourages these creatives to demystify the process of launching a project. All great entrepreneurs had their beginnings and took their first steps. Creative individuals often develop an outstanding idea but then struggle to move forward. Once you recognize the obstacles that are getting in your way, you can learn how to navigate them. Trusting the process and letting each step empower you will drive you forward.

In today's episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk meets with the Founder and CEO of Thankless Production, Vondell Burns, to discuss strategies to assist entrepreneurs in the launch stage of their projects. Mat and Vondell explore methods for overcoming obstacles in the launching process, using your launch as a catalyst, and not letting imposter syndrome get in your way.

Mat Zalk is the President and CEO of Keyrenter Property Management, which manages about 3,500 single-family rental homes across Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Northwest Arkansas, Wichita, Kansas City, St. Louis, and Indianapolis, with a new office in Ocala, Florida. He has grown the company in part through the acquisition of local property management companies.

Before founding Keyrenter Tulsa, Mat was a Strategy Director at The Property Finder Group in Dubai, where he worked with the CEO and senior team, scaled local teams in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and led strategic projects in the company's core Dubai market. He has been an active real estate investor since 2014, holds real estate licenses in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Indiana, and Florida, and is a past president of EO Tulsa. He co-hosts The Same Day Podcast with Yoni Schmidt.

Buying, selling, and renting properties is a methodical process with many factors to consider, including transactions, loans, and comparable sales (comps). What are some actions you can take to streamline operations?

As a property manager, Mat Zalk builds valuable partnerships with both real estate agents and clients to assist with consultations, pricing, and referrals. These collaborations give each stakeholder the opportunity to share knowledge and leverage profitable opportunities. With a supportive approach to real estate, you can mitigate strife between parties.

In today's episode of The Same Day Podcast, Chad Franzen of Rise25 is joined by Mat Zalk, President and Property Manager at Keyrenter Property Management, to discuss the importance of collaboration in the real estate industry. Mat shares how Keyrenter Property Management collaborates with real estate agents, tips for real estate agents working with clients to buy and rent properties, and why potential property buyers should consult with a property manager.

Marc Marroquin is a Loan Officer at Supreme Lending, a mortgage company dedicated to providing efficient and service-oriented mortgage experiences. In his current role, Marc helps people invest in real estate for personal or investment use. He has 20 years of experience as a licensed residential mortgage lender.

Applying for a mortgage loan and completing transactions can be daunting. Buyers compete with other offers, and many are unsuccessful in their purchasing attempts. So, how can you successfully purchase or invest in real estate?

Consult with a mortgage lender to advocate for you during transactions and help you go over loan criteria. With a lender's help, you can determine the right loan for you and calculate a down payment based on your purchasing needs. Whether you're an investor looking to buy a rental property or just someone looking for a home, mortgage lenders will evaluate your assets and answer your questions.

In this episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk sits down with Marc Marroquin, Loan Officer at Supreme Lending, to discuss partnering with a mortgage lender to navigate the real estate market. Marc explains the different types of conventional loans and how to choose the right one, the conditions surrounding loans and fixed mortgages, and how he helps investors with their transactions.

Deren Huang is the Owner of Dash Properties, where he manages a rental portfolio of single-family homes. As an experienced real estate investor, he oversees 100 units and actively invests in industrial real estate. Deren first invested in real estate in college when he bought a townhouse and rented it to roommates. As a licensed realtor at Henry Hinds Realty, he works with inventors interested in single-family homes.

The real estate industry is profitable, with a variety of opportunities to capitalize. So, how can you break into this field?

Deren Huang says that trial and error is the most effective method for gaining real estate experience. It's beneficial to begin with a single approach before easing into other sectors. In the role of a bird dog, you can seek and acquire deals on dilapidated properties to solve fundamental problems for real estate investors. After taking on this role, you can form partnerships and obtain financing through lease purchases. Deren gained expert knowledge and achieved success in the real estate profession through several investment failures.

Join Mat Zalk in today's episode of The Same Day Podcast as he talks with real estate investor Deren Huang, Owner of Dash Properties, about advancing in the real estate industry. Deren explains his process for obtaining and closing deals, the difference between a renter and an owner policy, and the various types of net leases.

Joey Wignarajah is the Managing Partner at 19days, a B2B SaaS (software as a service) venture studio that builds scalable businesses. In his role, he manages the fund operations and helps entrepreneurs rapidly build their operational processes and systems. Through various roles in private equity and as a venture capital advisor, Joey has invested in a wide variety of B2B SaaS companies, helping them grow and operate more efficiently.

When establishing a business, entrepreneurs must consider how to identify and solve operational problems. But, with so many factors involved in growing a company, how can you determine the most efficient strategy for success?

Private equity and venture capital expert Joey Wignarajah suggests partnering with other entrepreneurs or firms to help you manage your affairs. It's critical to choose ambitious and growth-oriented leaders who can consolidate your processes and maximize your revenue. 19days partners with high-growth banks to monetize their portfolios and build their assets.

In today's episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk speaks with Joey Wignarajah, Managing Partner at 19days, about streamlining entrepreneurial operations. Joey shares what inspired him to become an entrepreneur, how 19days helps entrepreneurs and businesses solve problems, and the company's strategy for overcoming operational challenges.

Michael Basch is the Managing Partner at Atento Capital, a return-focused early-stage investment vehicle investing directly in startups as well as through venture funding. In addition to driving returns, Atento Capital concentrates on job creation in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Michael is a serial entrepreneur who — after starting as a barista at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf — later began operating 22 stores and managing a $19 million revenue operation. After angel investing in college, Michael successfully scaled and sold two businesses. In 2016, he served as a volunteer for the Clinton Campaign, helping to organize and deliver Madison, Wisconsin.

Raising capital can be a great way to get your business off the ground, yet many startup companies struggle to acquire the funds. So, how can you obtain the finances to launch your business?

Michael Basch says raising capital is not the end goal but is one of the many strategies for scaling your business. Considering capital from a growth perspective will help you find willing investors in your company. With Atento Capital's collaborative and supportive environment, you can share ideas with other startups and gain valuable insights for raising funds, managing clients, and boosting sales.

In today's episode of The Same Day Podcast, Mat Zalk sits down with Michael Basch, Managing Partner at Atento Capital, to discuss raising capital to achieve high-level growth. Michael talks about what he learned from acquiring and operating multiple businesses, how Atento Capital helps companies realize their potential, and his advice for entrepreneurs.