Unlock Your Life

In this episode, Jennings tackles that common phrase, "It is what it is." Why do we say this? What does it mean? Is it linked to cynicism? Is it arrogant? Let's explore.

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Show Highlights:

 3:00 Conventional Wisdom

4:20 Thinking in Bets

7:20 Why do we want an easy solution?

12:10 New thinking

14:20 That's just the way that it is...

15:50 Write it down...

In today's episode, Jennings shares some wins and some lessons learned when it comes to raising capital on social media.

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Show highlights:

• 3:10 - Why I talk about what I talk about
• 6:30 - "I have nothing exciting to share, so what can I do?"
• 9:20 - Document and post about whatever it is you’re doing
• 13:50 - A mistake I made
• 16:50 - communicate to people “What’s in it for me?”

Key takeaways:

1. Document what you’re doing and share it
2. Have a call to action for people to connect with you
3. Show people what’s in it for them

Connect with Jennings on Instagram: @jenningsfostersmithjr

In today's episode, Jennings Smith shares a story about meeting his future wife, Jessica. From there, he talks about the importance of making tough choices to achieve something great, even if it means giving up something good.

Along with his personal story, Jennings explains how this can be applied to a career in real estate. He offers practical advice to deal with the challenges of transitioning. 

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Show Highlights:

• Learn how this person met his future wife [05:02]
• The choice between stability and potential growth [05:45]
• Learn about trading your old life for a new one [06:31]
• Do you want to repeat the same year of life over and over? [07:29]
• The importance of shedding old habits to develop new ones [08:37]
• Find out the cost of inaction that you pay [09:27]
• Discover the core secret of being happy [10:33]
• Decide what you are going to lay down [11:07]

Connect with Jennings on Instagram: @jenningsfostersmithjr

In today’s episode, we are exploring complex negotiations and the power of networking. Host Jennings Smith and guests, Mike and Bo, offer invaluable lessons for both budding and seasoned entrepreneurs. 

We'll also explore how a focus on health and personal growth can drive business success, and why a routine of discipline and accountability is essential.

Whether you're looking to break into real estate, improve your financial strategy, or achieve a balanced life - this episode is for you.

Show Highlights:

• The importance of building a relationship with the owner [03:55]
• How to help people make informed real estate decisions [05:36]
• Learn why you need discipline and persistence to grow [11:46]
• Discover this common pattern among successful people [16:14]
• How can communication be your biggest asset? [21:38]
• You need to do this to be able to handle the pressure [28:17]
• This is how accountability can improve your fitness [30:58]
• Here is how opportunities will start coming your way [40:12]

Connect with Jennings on Instagram: @jenningsfostersmithjr

In today’s episode, host Jennings Smith talks about what he learned from playing in a tough pickleball tournament. He realized that improving in pickleball is a lot like getting better in real estate. 

You need to practice the basics over and over again, even if it’s hard. Jennings shares tips on how to focus on the right tasks to succeed and get great results. 

If you want to learn the drills for real estate success, listen now!

Show Highlights:

• How do you realize your true potential? [01:52]
• Navigating the path of getting better at what you do [04:35]
• Doing this won’t improve your game [04:47]
• How can you turn your weaknesses into strengths [05:34]
• Ensuring quantifiable improvement in your real estate journey [07:45]
• These are the drills for real estate mastery [07:56]
• Adapting and changing for higher success [08:37]
• The importance of building the right relationships [09:27]

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@jenningsfostersmithjr

In today’s episode, host Jennings Smith will take you behind the scenes of an exclusive dining experience at Chubby Fish in Charleston.

You are going to learn how special experiences can change everything. From innovative solutions for aspiring multifamily investors to rethinking your business model - this episode has got it all. 

If you are excited about big ideas and building a strong future, listen now!

Show Highlights:

• Can a restaurant's experience make you rethink your business model? [05:16]
• The importance of being good at your core product [06:12]
• Learn about the real big problems in real estate [08:00]
• Discover why things worth doing are never easy [09:10]
• Here is what you need to know about monitoring calls [09:53]
• Find out the key ways to build a real estate community [11:23]
• This is why you must implement an accountability system [14:55]
• How can we keep the momentum in business going? [15:52]

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@jenningsfostersmithjr

In this episode, we have Sam Silverman, a real estate expert who has raised over $80 million, with us. Sam will share how he moved from tech sales to buying big apartment buildings. 

Jennings and Sam will give you simple tips on how to find a target audience and work with them. Learn why understanding money and having the right partners are the key to success. 

Tune in for some great advice from real estate professionals!

Show Highlights:

• What does being in sales teach you? [02:04]
• This is the key to succeed in multifamily quickly [04:01]
• Are you comfortable talking about money? [05:08]
• What to do when your deals don’t go as planned [09:29]
• The importance of working with accredited investors [18:56]
• Do you have clarity on what you want to do? [20:15]
• You need to do this if you are starting in real estate [22:44]
• How do you raise capital at scale? [27:26]
• Learn to leverage your contacts for business success [32:00]

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@jenningsfostersmithjr

Today, we explore an often overlooked investment strategy in real estate, "Slow Flips," a model that allows you to buy and resell single-family homes over extended terms, generating consistent, reliable income. 

Host Jennings Smith will break down the pros and cons, the challenges, and the success stories of Slow Flips. Get ready to know real-life examples of how this long-term flip model works. 

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Show Highlights:

• How to secure a durable cash-flowing asset in real estate [01:32]
• Where should single-family units be bought?  [04:15]
• You were not aware of this advantage of Slow Flips [07:09]
• Here is how you can have a reliable monthly cash flow [09:19]
• Learn property management when a buyer defaults [12:53]
• How does the Slow Flip model work? [13:32]
• Discover the differences in state laws regarding land contracts [20:29]
• This is how you can deal with a high default rate [23:39]

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@jenningsfostersmithjr

Today, host Jennings Smith will share his personal story about going from a tough financial spot to making it in real estate. You'll hear how he faced big debts and failed investments but kept on trying until success came.

Find out the key moments and steps that helped Jennings turn things around and make a name in real estate. Whether you’re new to investing or have some experience, this story will show you why it’s important to start and keep going, no matter what. 

Tune in and get ready to hear how you can achieve your goals too!

Show Highlights:

• What happened to a post sent on Craiglist 14 years ago? [00:23]
• Discover this transformative story of overcoming dark times [01:15]
• Learn about the ultimate truth behind failing [02:13]
• Here is how you can deal with continuous rejections [03:51]
• Do you know why the first win matters the most? [05:09]
• This is why you must fail forward to achieve more [06:31]
• Learn the importance of experiencing pain [07:18]
• The real reason some people are never able to win [08:32]

Connect with Jennings on Instagram:

@jenningsfostersmithjr

In today's episode, host Jennings Smith will share some exciting stories from the world of real estate with you. 

Meet "Tim," who almost lost a 50-unit building deal but ended up with a 79-unit success. And hear about Jenning’s sister Christal, who faced big problems in her deal but still made a huge profit of $900,000. 

If you need a boost and some smart tips for real estate investing, you’ll want to listen in. This episode might just give you the spark you need to make your next big move!

Show Highlights:

• How to pursue a deal when one partner flakes out? [01:40]
• Learn to navigate failed deals with this transformative story [03:28]
• Is there a way to prevent setbacks completely? [04:17]
• Are you willing to give up on your dreams? [05:30]
• This is how you can stop lying to yourself [06:29]
• Do you know how to interpret setbacks positively? [09:17]
• Discover the path of self-reflection for future wins [10:10]
• Learn to believe in yourself when setbacks hit [13:29]

Connect with Jennings on Instagram:

@jenningsfostersmithjr