On this episode, we’re talking with prestigious award winner, Kevin Cruz of Kinetic Real Estate! In 2017, he won "Entrepreneur of the Year," a highly competitive award given to only one person in all of North America every year! He's also won "Rookie of the Year" in Northern California in 2016, "Emerald Elite" in Northern Cali in 2017, and "The Rising Star" in California - an award given to only one individual in all of California. Learn how a "rookie" agent made moves to create a real estate powerhouse!

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Born in the Philippines, Kevin Cruz came to the United States at age 14 and has lived in the Bay Area ever since. He received his real estate license in 2015 and, within his first week, he was able to help a family find their dream home. Within the first 2 years of his career, Kevin won four impressive awards for his incredible success. Reach out to Kevin Cruz at [email protected].

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Host: Matthew Ma

Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

On this episode, we’re talking tech-savvy marketing in the real estate realm and real estate tech with Jon Tan from Alex Tai Luxury Group!

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A San Mateo native, Jon Tan is a real estate agent with Alex Tai Luxury Group. As an accidental tech expert with experience in networking and security during his time in the U.S. Armed Forces, Jon knows how to use industry-centered technology to make transactions flawless and efficient. Reach out to Jon Tan at [email protected].

Connect:
Facebook: https://facebook.com/jon.cullinanluxury/about
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jonathanctan/
Website: https://cullinanluxury.com 

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Host: Matthew Ma

Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, innovations in technology, sales, and how to build a scalable business. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

On this episode, we’re talking finding financial freedom through investing in multi-unit properties, being a 30 under 30 Honoree, and out of state investing with Real Estate Consultant & Lead Team Manager, Jennie Lok!

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In today’s competitive market, agent Jennie Lok knows how important it is to have a reliable real estate consultant with superior communication skills who you can trust to guide you through your real estate journey.  Whether buying or selling a first home or simply purchasing investment properties locally or out-of-state, Jennie has experienced all three and is ready to help clients experience success!

Jennie is committed to educating her network and making her clients her number one priority by understanding that real estate transactions are some of the most important decisions in a person’s life. Jennie’s goal is to help people achieve financial freedom through creative real estate techniques. Jennie is confident she will do the same for you! Reach out to Jennie Lok at [email protected]!

Connect:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/jennielok
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jennielok/
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jennielok/
Website: https://theownteam.com/

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Host: Matthew Ma

Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

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In this episode, we’re talking how to build a successful real estate team with Disen Cai!

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Disen is the Disen Cai Real Estate Group’s founder and is known for his tenacious, yet compassionate style. He’s ranked as one of the top eight agents nationally for Keller Williams Realty (out of over 160,000 agents) and is one of the most prolific agents in the Bay Area. But it’s not just results like these that drive him. At the heart of his business, it’s about helping families achieve their own American dream. His motivation lies in helping others achieve their real estate goals. He’s a people-person with international expertise that allows him to connect with individuals from all walks of life. Disen grew up on the Peninsula and has deep appreciation for the beauty, diversity, open space, and opportunity that exists here. Although he’s lived in other countries, at one point working as a real estate agent in Beijing, he’s always returned back home. He spends his time giving back to the community through volunteer work. He’s also an expert archer and has a degree in fine arts. Reach out to Disen at [email protected].

Connect:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cai.disen

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

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Host: Matthew Ma

Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

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Today we’re talking podcasting, radio host personalities, and social media marketing with professional radio host, Julian Nieh!

Julian Nieh has been a radio personality and show host since 2002, hosting radio shows in Washington, D.C., Chicago, Phoenix, and San Francisco. He’s grown ratings on every show he’s hosted and has won multiple radio personality awards.

In 2006, 2007, and 2008, Julian won IBA SilverDome Awards “Best Chicago Local Radio Personality,” and he was able to grow the morning show ratings on B96 WBBM-FM CHICAGO, IL from 18th place to 1st in a 2 year span. Julian just started a new podcast with his friends called Less Than Zero. Reach out to Julian Nieh at [email protected].

99.7 Now The Bay’s #1 for ALL THE HITS: 997now.com/julian-on-the-radio/
iHeartMedia KYLD (Wild94.9) The Bay’s #1 Hit Music Station: wild949.iheart.com/featured/julian-lee
SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/JulianOnTheRadio

Social Media:
Facebook: facebook.com/JulianOnRadio
Instagram: instagram.com/JulianOnTheRadio
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/JulianOnTheRadio
Twitter: twitter.com/JulianOnDaRadio
YouTube: youtube.com/user/b96julianontheradio

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Host: Matthew Ma

Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

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Today we’re talking about House Hacking and How to LIVE FOR FREE by Investing in Real Estate.
 
Bruce Ngo is the Chief Marketing Officer for Stronger Moms Properties in the San Francisco Bay Area. Expert home buyers, experienced flippers, and renovation masters, Stronger Moms Properties has been helping sellers going through difficult life circumstances to sell properties fast so that they can move on with their lives. Bruce also has a background in financial advising and investment consulting and enjoys helping clients find a path to true financial freedom.
 
Host: Matthew Ma
 
Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

Today we’re talking start-ups, what it takes to succeed in a new business venture, and empowering entrepreneurs with tech! As a new agent, Alex has jump-started his real estate career to making over $500,000 in sales. We’re going to find out what he did to start his career in real estate off right!
 
Alex Tai is a Realtor® and luxury specialist in the Bay Area as well as an enthusiastic Entrepreneur with experience in tech, importing, sales, and real estate! As the Co-Founder at Parrsnip.com, Alex built a brand and grew a website using his sales experience and social media strategies. Alex serves his clients with dedication, focus, and compassion.
 
Host: Matthew Ma & Susie Lee
 
Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

Susie Lee of eXp Realty is a local San Franciscan and a mastermind of the real estate industry who represents clients all over the Bay Area. Susie Lee has built a solid foundation of clients in this community through her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to always putting her client’s needs first. Susie started as a managing partner for international investment properties in South Korea, where she developed a deeply rooted client base that soon propelled her to become a long term investor back in her home state of California where her heart lies. Passionate about real estate, Susie continues to leverage her know-how and experience to exceed her client’s expectations. Reach out to Susie Lee at [email protected].
 
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Today we’re talking about the future of real estate marketing and tech, including VR/AR and virtual tours.
 
Ulysses Baltazar is the Owner of Sacramento Homes & Lifestyle, Founder & Owner of Sacramento Virtual Tours, and Chief Technology Officer for Vault Investment Properties.

His knowledge and experience in the real estate and technology industries can be traced back to spending his youth tinkering in the tech space, as well as a life and career filled with accomplishments in the U.S. Military as an Aviation Specialist, Aerospace Engineer, and as Founder of D.C.S. Technologies, and Former CEO of MassXposure Digital Marketing Company.

Ulysses uses his expertise to bridge the gap between the real estate industry and technology through education, coaching, and speaking engagements. Reach out to Ulysses Baltazar at [email protected].

Host: Matthew Ma & Susie Lee
 
Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

Susie Lee of eXp Realty is a local San Franciscan and a mastermind of the real estate industry who represents clients all over the Bay Area. Susie Lee has built a solid foundation of clients in this community through her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to always putting her client’s needs first. Susie started as a managing partner for international investment properties in South Korea, where she developed a deeply rooted client base that soon propelled her to become a long term investor back in her home state of California where her heart lies. Passionate about real estate, Susie continues to leverage her know-how and experience to exceed her client’s expectations. Reach out to Susie Lee at [email protected].
 
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Today we’re talking multi-family syndication and passive real estate investing during COVID-19 with expert investor, John Fortes!
 
John Fortes is a Founding Partner at Community First Investment Group who earned his stripes in the single family homes space. Excited to scale, he educated himself on the facets of multifamily apartments and gained valuable tools that added to his success in real estate investing. John has the ability to change and adapt to the ebb and flow that comes with the multifamily space.
 
John co-founded Community First Investment Group because he recognized the opportunity to help others achieve financial freedom. His passions involve investor relations, education, empowering individuals through self-development, and officiating basketball games. John networks with the “movers and shakers” of the industry, stays current with market trends and continues to build on his expertise in the commercial multifamily space. John has become one of the multifamily thought leaders in the space. He’s spoken on numerous panels at conferences and utilizes various resources to create multifamily focused communities. John is also the host of The Passive Investor: Real Estate Investing. A podcast dedicated to provide busy professionals the benefits of passively investing through real estate. Reach out to him at [email protected].

Hosts: Matthew Ma & Susie Lee
 
Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

Susie Lee of eXp Realty is a local San Franciscan and a mastermind of the real estate industry who represents clients all over the Bay Area. Susie Lee has built a solid foundation of clients in this community through her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to always putting her client’s needs first. Susie started as a managing partner for international investment properties in South Korea, where she developed a deeply rooted client base that soon propelled her to become a long term investor back in her home state of California where her heart lies. Passionate about real estate, Susie continues to leverage her know-how and experience to exceed her client’s expectations. Reach out to Susie Lee at [email protected].
 
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Today we’re talking real estate syndication and investing in multi-family units, including senior living apartments, as a way to create passive income!
 
 Sara Jung is a real estate investor and syndication partner, providing investment opportunities in multifamily acquisitions for capital preservation, passive income, tax benefits and wealth creation. A leader in real estate finance for over 17 years, Sara was named in the top 1% of mortgage originators in the country in 2018 with over 1 billion in real estate transactions funded over the course of her career. Reach out to Sara Jung at [email protected]

Host: Matthew Ma & Susie Lee
 
Matthew Ma is an Investor, Syndicator, Founder, Coach, and Podcast Host. He’s a Broker Associate with eXp Realty and strives to help agents grow their business with proven, effective methods learned from experience. Through his podcast, The Truth About Real Estate, and Avant University, he educates buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate agents on the current state of the market, how to use innovations in technology, sales, and marketing to build a scalable business. As an investor and syndicator with Avant Asset Management, he’s dedicated to client success by building wealth through investments in apartment building syndications. Reach out to Matthew Ma at [email protected].

Susie Lee of eXp Realty is a local San Franciscan and a mastermind of the real estate industry who represents clients all over the Bay Area. Susie Lee has built a solid foundation of clients in this community through her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to always putting her client’s needs first. Susie started as a managing partner for international investment properties in South Korea, where she developed a deeply rooted client base that soon propelled her to become a long term investor back in her home state of California where her heart lies. Passionate about real estate, Susie continues to leverage her know-how and experience to exceed her client’s expectations. Reach out to Susie Lee at [email protected].
 
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