In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, Mike Hogan, Founder of The Hogan Group, shares his evolution from owning a marketing company to leading a powerhouse real estate brokerage of over 100 agents. Mike reflects on the grit required to survive the 2008 financial crisis and how those challenges shaped his "abundance mindset," emphasizing that his drive for success is rooted in building a lasting legacy for his family. Whether you are scaling a team or looking to make your first move, Mike’s "just buy the deal" philosophy is the practical push every investor needs.

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In this episode, host Stephen Glover is joined by Dustin Olverson, a U.S. Army veteran of 25 years and the founder of OneDream Realty Group and Regal Title. Dustin shares a powerful story of resilience, from growing up in the "concrete jungle" of Manhattan’s Tribeca to overcoming the labels of special education and the challenges of being a young father at age 17. He candidly discusses how his military service provided a necessary new identity and taught him to outwork low expectations, eventually leading him to master the art of leadership and real estate. Today, as a leader of GRID Richmond and Virginia Beach, Dustin emphasizes the critical importance of leveraging a strong professional network and maintaining "just-in-time" learning to turn every obstacle into an opportunity for growth.

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In this episode, we sit down with Connor Townsend to talk about what it really looks like to start investing in today’s market. While many of our past guests manage massive portfolios, Connor is in the early stages — learning, building his network, doing his first deals, and taking action despite uncertainty.

We discuss moving from the learning phase to the action phase, why your first step matters more than perfection, and what it truly takes to begin.

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In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Besci, a lifelong entrepreneur who built multiple businesses before going full-time into real estate, raising millions in capital, and specializing in affordable Section 8 housing.

Brandon shares his journey from dropping out of VCU to building businesses, and his first Petersburg deals under $50k. He breaks down scaling with BRRRR, private lending, and pivoting to seller-financing, and finally launching Sheltering Village nonprofit to shelter families in crisis.

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In this episode, we sit down with Trevor Persaud, a real estate investor and builder who successfully navigated the transition from a high-level corporate IT career to full-time entrepreneurship in real estate.

Trevor shares his journey from arriving in the U.S. from Guyana to mastering the art of the "side hustle" while managing major data centers. He breaks down his strategic pivot from house flipping to new construction and stockpiling infill lots, explaining why quality over quantity is the key to scaling. We also dive into how he leveraged his corporate background to build a resilient, systems-driven real estate business.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dillon Dull, an investor who mastered the "nuts and bolts" of the industry on construction crews long before closing his first deal.

Dillon discusses his transition from accounting to full-time investing, his first $20,000 Craigslist find, and why speed is the ultimate profit driver. He also shares how to leverage local banking and why he’s pivoting into self-storage to scale with fewer "human headaches."

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In this episode, we sit down with Chris Hall, owner of Halls of Insurance. A Richmond native, and expert in property insurance- known for decades of experience, super fast response time, and a commitment to the client.

Chris breaks down the essentials of real estate: protecting your assets when vacant, avoiding pitfalls like aging roofs, asbestos, and dead trees, and vetting contractors to keep your portfolio bulletproof.

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In this episode, we sit down with Betsy Kline, the creative powerhouse behind Kline Designs. From sleeping on tile floors with no AC to being featured in The New York Times, Betsy’s journey is a masterclass in grit and vision.

Betsy reveals why she doesn’t design houses for everyone—she designs for "raving fans." She shares raw stories about starting with negative $4 in her account, the importance of Richmond's historical character, and the hard truth that you can never "out-design a bad neighborhood."

Whether you’re scaling short-term rentals or fighting analysis paralysis, this episode is packed with truth bombs on leadership and high-impact design.

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In this episode, we sit down with Alie Murphy, a Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur, and CEO of FinishGreen. Known as a "systems builder" and "Rodeo mom," Alie has mastered the art of running multiple successful companies while living life on the road.

From training horses in rural Virginia to overcoming major health challenges, Alie’s journey is one of radical restructuring. She shares the hard-earned lessons from failing "embarrassingly" and how those moments taught her that true freedom isn't just about owning a business — it’s about building the systems and boundaries that keep that business from becoming a prison.

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In this episode, we sit down with Wendy Coles, a Real Estate Agent, Investor, and Entrepreneur whose story is a testament to resilience and redefining success.

Wendy did not enter real estate from a place of comfort or privilege—she fought her way into it, overcoming homelessness, a criminal conviction, and navigating the world as a young mother on the run. In this candid episode, she shares the mindset that allowed her to escape the darkest corners and build a thriving real estate career. Get her powerful perspective on finding freedom and the unmatched drive that comes from fighting for success.

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