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Casey shares how he leverages his local Wyoming market expertise and creative financing strategies to find real estate opportunities across the unexplored state. He discusses building a portfolio of rental properties as well as new endeavors in larger multifamily and commercial deals.

Casey is a serial entrepreneur ranging from Real Estate to the Sports & Fitness industries. After buying his first property while in college over 10 years ago, he has gone on to develop integrated real estate businesses in multiple regions across the United States. He is now sharing his knowledge and experience as a real estate investor and business owner through digital and in-person gatherings.

[00:00 - 13:25] Getting Started in Real Estate    

• House hacked first rental property during college with dad’s help
• Used oil & gas schedule to self-educate constantly on real estate
• Refinanced first property to use for second multi-unit purchase
• Converted second property into a duplex to increase rents/cash flow

 [13:26 - 25:28]  Implementing Effective Marketing Strategies 

• Uses variety of marketing strategies to contact motivated sellers
• Tracks ROI data on each inbound lead source through CRM
• Provides creative financing options others wholesalers don't
• Assumes existing mortgages or creates new loan notes with sellers

 [25:29 - 40:34]  Expanding into Larger Deals

• Started wholesaling out of necessity but more money in long-term holds
• Larger deals magnify returns with less effort than multiple small deals
• Created fund vehicle to scale buys of stabilized assets
• Just closed on 63-unit apartment complex renovation

Resources Mentioned

Teaching Professionals How to Grow and Invest by Casey Gregersen

https://caseygregersen.com

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"The easiest thing that we do is to be able to buy it, fix it, and rent it out." - Casey Gregersen

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What does it take to achieve financial freedom? Imagine the possibilities when hard work and dedication meet innovative strategies. Delve into Elaine's inspiring journey, from self-managing over 1,000 rental units to revolutionizing real estate profits and even unlocking the secrets to personal growth and fulfillment. This episode is bursting with life-changing insights for entrepreneurs—something you won't want to miss.

Elaine Stageberg is co-owner and founder of Black Swan Real Estate, a leading national presenter, investment thought leader, and real estate expert. Dr. Elaine Stageberg is a psychiatrist, mother of four, and mentor to physicians and real estate investors from all walks of life.

[00:00 - 12:12] Transitioning from Career to Real Estate Investment for Financial Freedom

• Elaine, who has been married to Nick for 12 years, resides with her family in Rochester
• Left their career to go into the world of investing and currently runs their own company 
• The catalyst for their move to real estate was stability and financial freedom
• Committed effort can lead you to your desired destination

[12:13 - 27:00] Leveraging Psychiatry and Maximizing Profits Through Creative Tactics

• Management and operation are essential aspects of handling businesses
• Understanding people is the foundation of investor relations
• Providing a portion of equity to employees as revenue share
• Pivoting in these times, especially when acquisitions are getting harder
• Being creative or flexible is really what it's all about in real estate and in any business

[27:01 - 35:47] The Final Four: Worst Job, Book, Skill to Learn, & Definition of Success

• Worst job ever was waitressing 
• Book that gave a paradigm shift: "The Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek
• Skill/talent to learn: Weightlifting
• Success means combining the science of success with the art of fulfillment 

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"The Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek

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Website: https://blackswanteam.com/

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"It's often from great pain that great things come.” - Elaine Stageberg

"The second most important decision in your life, next to your human health, is where you live. It determines your communities, resources, surroundings, and how you feel when you come home." - Elaine Stageberg

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Are you ready to discover the secrets of communication skills, personal growth through travel, and learning from your past mistakes?

Join us as we dive into an engaging conversation with Adam Carswell, a real estate investor and entrepreneur from Cleveland, Ohio. Discover how you can develop your communication skills, learn from past mistakes, and explore fascinating topics like the DISC profile and Love Languages. Find out how Adam's journey from college basketball player to real estate investor unfolded, get insights from his experiences with Hunter Thompson, and learn how he achieves success in business. Plus, don't miss out on valuable tips for improving your communication skills and a book recommendation that gave him a paradigm shift.

[00:00 - 13:20] Adam Carswell's Path to Business and Life

• From Cleveland to Belize to Washington DC
• Working in Washington DC, discovered the book "Rich Dad Poor Dad"
• Inspired by newfound knowledge, Adam transitioned to a realtor with Re/Max 
• Launched RaiseMasters with Hunter in December 2020
• Focused on fostering relationships and raising capital 

[13:21 - 19:58] Sharpening Your Communication Skills Through Podcasting

• Experiencing different places, people, and environments is important
• Using paid services to host a podcast is better than free services
• Communication is an important skill and podcasting can help build it
• Self-reviewing podcast episodes sharpen communication skills

[19:59 - 31:51] The Final Four: Worst Job, Book, Skill to Learn, & Definition of Success

• Worked for Staples for 4 months
• Book that gave a paradigm shift: The Way of the Superior Man by David Data
• Talent/skill to learn: Standup comedy
• Success means: Getting clear on who you've been called to serve

Resources Mentioned

Dream Chasers

Liberland Show

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"Listening to yourself talk is not narcissistic; it's a skill and a powerful communication-building tool. Ensuring your message is delivered in the right way is essential." - Yonah Weiss

“Success means getting clear on who you've been called to serve.” - Adam Carswell

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Did you know that soft skills like attitude, communication, and flexibility can significantly impact your success in everyday life? 

In this episode, Yonah Weiss and Ray Agliata reveal how honing these skills can make a world of difference. Discover why younger buyers prioritize monthly payments over interest rates, and gain valuable insights on real estate investing. Plus, learn the secret to enhancing your bottom line and find out how taking up a new skill, like hiking, can transform your life. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion on the power of soft skills!

[00:01 - 14:28] Soft Skills - Discover the Power of Everyday Leadership

• Attitude is a foundational soft skill and the number one soft skill to learn
• Soft skills encompass leadership, flexibility, adaptability, communication, and more
• Teaching is one of the best ways to master something you want to learn

[14:29 - 21:26] Mastering Soft Skills in Real Estate: How to Find Deals Despite High Interest Rates

• Communication and leadership are crucial for closing deals with investors and serving clients
• The judgment that comes with soft skills helps determine the best timing for execution or stepping back
• Market is hard due to higher interest rates, but deals can be found if you persistently seek them

[21:27 - 30:09] The Final Four: Worst Job, Book, Skill to Learn, & Definition of Success

• Working with great people can make even the toughest jobs enjoyable
• Learning skills that can transfer from job to job, as well as between personal and work life
• Leaders are readers—a thousand percent true. CEOs of major companies are avid readers
• Success is about being the best you can be every day

Resources Mentioned

Skillful Living Now: A Soft Skills Handbook by Ray Agliata

Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor

1984 by George Orwell

One True Podcast

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"Success is not defined by a billion dollars, but by the options it affords and the personal accomplishments we cherish." - Ray Agliata

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What are your goals to succeed in the real estate investment space? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Aleksey Chernobelskiy. Aleksey is a Principal at Centrio Capital Partners. Prior to Centrio, he ran STORE Capital’s $10 billion commercial real estate portfolio consisting of 3,000 single-tenant properties and ran the firm’s underwriting efforts. At STORE Capital, he sat on the Investment, ESG, and Employee Engagement Committees.

Aleksey provides his insights on creating a risk model with three variables, namely: experience, alignment of interests, and property.  

Tune in to this episode as Aleksey shares the lessons that he has learned along his journey on his blog!

[00:00 - 01:40] Opening Segment

• We welcome, Aleksey Chernobelskiy!
• Aleksey is a Principal at Centro Capital Partners

[01:41 - 23:58] The Simple Ways To Find Good Investments

• Transitioned from 10 years of corporate real estate to his own investment company
• Entrepreneurship can be lonely, but networking is still important
• Ethical questions arise when there is a conflict of interest between two options
• No investment is perfect

[23:59 - 37:22] THE FINAL FOUR

• What's the worst job that you ever had?
  • Worked as a paralegal
• What's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • “The Almanack of Naval Ravikant” by Eric Jorgenson
• What is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?
  • Computer programming
• What does success mean to you?
  • Aleksey says, “The goal is always. Work efficiently, not work a lot, and be very wise with your time. “

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Blog: LP Lessons

LinkedIn: Aleksey Chernobelskiy

Twitter: @chernobelskiy

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“I'm developing almost like a risk model for any given GP. For now, it involves three variables. And essentially, the goal is to include as many types of risks within those three variables as possible to evaluate whether a given investment with a GP is good.” – Aleksey Chernobelskiy

“I do think there's a lot of value in sharing the good. In other words, there's so much money in the LP world is getting allocated. My goal is to funnel more of it to good GPs. That's the goal.” – Aleksey Chernobelskiy

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What are your goals to succeed in the real estate investment space? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Zane Schartz. Zane Schartz is the President of Freedom Commercial Real Estate and Chief Investment Officer at Wolfe Investments which currently has over $700M in AUM. He shares his journey from being a professional hockey player in North America and Europe to becoming an entrepreneur and owner of his own company.

Zane talks about his mission for creating a nonprofit organization that funds missionaries around the world, and how he draws inspiration from Tim Tebow and others who use their platform to share their faith boldly.

Tune in to this episode as Zane shares his motivation, leadership lessons, and advice on implementation!

[00:00 - 01:21] Opening Segment

• We welcome, Zane Schartz!
• Zane is the President of Freedom Commercial Real Estate and Chief Investment Officer of Wolfe Investments

[01:22 - 18:27] Financial Freedom Through Faith And Opportunity

• Acquiring cash-flowing assets across the country to provide investors with financial freedom
• Staying rooted in truth and humility is essential for success
• Dedication, discipline, teamwork, and punctuality are critical for success
• Long term goal is to create a non-profit organization that funds missionaries around the world

[18:28 - 2905] THE FINAL FOUR

• What's the worst job that you ever had?
  • Working at Kenny
• What's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • “You And Me Forever” by Francis Chan
• What is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?
  • Speak Italian
• What does success mean to you?
  • Zane says, “Being a faithful steward of the gifts I've been given and using the gifts I've been given to tell people about the truth that I know. “

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LinkedIn: Zane Schartz

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“Why would you do something if you're not going to try to be the best at it? So, if you're going to do something, you got to go hard at it.” – Zane Schartz

“I feel like I'm just being a good steward of the opportunities that I've been given. Because if what I believe is true, then there's a lot of ramifications behind it.” – Zane Schartz

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Why is it important to understand your “Why” when making life decisions? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Dr. Jason Balara. Dr. Jason is the CEO and Co-founder of Lark Capital and host of the Know Your Why Podcast. He is a veterinarian and real estate syndication investor. 

Dr. Jason talks about the power of mentorship, DIY versus outsourcing tasks, and how to design your own life while still having an impact through investments.  

Tune in to this episode as Jason shares his tips on making wise investments and designing a life that works for you!

[00:00 - 00:57] Opening Segment

• We welcome, Dr. Jason Balara!
• Dr. Jason is the Founder of Lark Capital Group

[00:58 - 28:49] Evolving Your “Why” In Real Estate Investing 

• Real estate is a long-term game
• Discovering new possibilities through real estate investing
• Finding mentors and connecting with people in the industry
• Merging two worlds of W2s and real estate investing
• Hiring assistants and VAs to help with content production and marketing

[28:50 - 34:33] THE FINAL FOUR

• What's the worst job that you ever had?
  • Worked at the post office on Christmas
• What's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • “Long-Distance Real Estate Investing” by David Greene
• What is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?
  • Learn how to play the piano
• What does success mean to you?
  • Dr. Jason says, “To be able to be there for my family. And let them lead by example and let them continue on the work as being impactful. “

Connect with Dr. Jason Balara: 

LinkedIn: Jason Balara

YouTube: Jason Balara

Instagram: @larkcapital

Podcast: Know Your Why Podcast

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“That's ultimately the goal if you're going to have a large scale, real estate business is to bring on team members that take some of that off your plate.” – Dr. Jason Balara

“Anybody probably can learn the nuts and bolts like the techniques behind it, but in order to survive these hard times, that's what really got me.” – Dr. Jason Balara

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Why is it important to stay resilient and stay true to one’s vision? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Nkem Ezeamama, MD. Dr. Nkem is an emergency room physician, entrepreneur, and real estate investor. She went from being a medical professional to becoming financially free by investing in real estate. She talks about her journey to overcome doubts and limitations within her career path and explores how her personal heritage has fueled her success.

Dr. Nkem shares the importance of resilience and staying true to one’s vision as well as the power of personal heritage.  

Tune in to this episode as Dr. Nkem to gain insight into how you too can become financially free!

[00:00 - 01:32] Opening Segment

• We welcome, Nkem Ezeamama, MD!
• Dr. Nkem is an emergency room physician and multifamily investor

[01:33 - 24:33] Facing Fears And Empowering Women

• She started Pheenyx Capital Investment due to a lack of financial literacy during the pandemic
• Realized the need to protect self and family from a financial standpoint
• Building a team to grow and wealth while still doing what you love
• Bridging the gap between medical professionals and financial freedom

[24:34 - 35:20] THE FINAL FOUR

• What's the worst job that you ever had?
  • Cataloging books in the library
• What's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • “Believe IT” by Jamie Kern Lima
• What is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?
  • Learn how to swim
• What does success mean to you?
  • Nkem says, “Success would be truly helping someone on their journey of discovery and growth.“

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Website: Pheenyx Capital Investment

LinkedIn: Nkem Ezeamama, MD

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“When you get to do something that truly makes a difference. You get it and do that on my own terms.” – Nkem Ezeamama, MD

“Keep going. Don't stop. Keep doing what you're doing. Keep learning. Keep studying. Keep teaching other people. Keep showing them the way and keep bringing opportunities to them that can help them grow.” – Nkem Ezeamama, MD

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Why is it important to form meaningful partnerships in business? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Christopher Salerno. Christopher Salerno is an experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the real estate industry. Skilled in Sales, Management, Teamwork, Leadership, and Project Management. A strong business development professional in the Multi-Family Real Estate industry.

Tune in to this episode as Christopher explains the importance of partnerships in business and how to raise capital!

[00:00 - 01:26] Opening Segment

• We welcome, Christopher Salerno!
• Christopher is the Founder, President, and CEO of QC Capital   

[01:27 - 26:19] Refinancing In The Current Market Environment

• He got into investing with four single-family properties
• Diversifying into the car wash industry
• Car washes as a representation of taking care of things you own
• Refinancing is common to hold properties longer than anticipated
• Always be open to partnering and building relationships

[26:20 - 32:29] THE FINAL FOUR

• What's the worst job that you ever had?
  • Worked as a dishwasher
• What's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill
• What is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?
  • Take up boxing
• What does success mean to you?
  • Christopher says, “Success means to me is leaving a legacy for my son.“

Connect with Christopher Salerno: 

Website: QC Capital

LinkedIn: Christopher Salerno

Instagram: @Chris_salerno_

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“It's feelings and a psychological thing, and it's a representation. If you show up in a clean car, you are represented as you are well put together. You take care of the things that you own plus it feels good. It feels great when I have a clean car.” – Christopher Salerno

“Always be open to partnering, never be greedy in this space. You have to be open to partnering and, building a relationship. That doesn't mean getting paid your fair share or making sure you are getting paid what you're worth. However, always be open to partnering because there's so many deals out there and so much you can do together.” – Christopher Salerno

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How can you utilize networking and building strong connections to build wealth? In this episode of Weiss Advice, we welcome Brandon Jenkins. Brandon Jenkins is the founder of Birch Prosper and host of The Capital Stack Podcast. His real estate investing experience spans both the single-family and multifamily space, with a portfolio of over 2,900 units in the Dallas, Phoenix, Atlanta, NW Arkansas, and Houston markets. Brandon has a very diverse professional background as an engineer with 10 years of technical experience working for 2 major Fortune 500 corporations in the Oil & Gas and Mining sectors.

Tune in to this episode as Brandon shares how to network and build strong connections to reach your goals!

[00:00 - 01:26] Opening Segment

• We welcome, Brandon Jenkins!
• Brandon is the Founder of Birch Prosper and The Capital Stack 

[01:27 - 25:52] Building Social Equity Through Networking

• How he came up with his company name, “Birch Prosper”
• Learning skills and networking open up tremendous opportunities
• Content has a ripple effect and can change the trajectory of people’s lives and family trees
• Be consistent in whatever you’re doing to grow your brand, connections, and network

[25:53 - 30:10] THE FINAL FOUR

• What's the worst job that you ever had?
  • Worked as a janitor in a hair salon
• What's a book you've read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • “The ONE Thing” by Gary Keller
• What is a skill or talent that you would like to learn?
  • To be a gardener
• What does success mean to you?
  • Brandon says, “Success is making a meaningful progress toward achieving a goal.“

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Website: Birch Prosper

LinkedIn: Brandon Jenkins

Instagram: @Birch_Prosper

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“Networking and being genuine in how you network and make connections… I look at the way that you share and uplift people. And it really occurred to me that I'm helping people, I'm giving value to people and there are people who actually want the information.” – Brandon Jenkins

“Focus on others and focus on giving value, and just let that be that... You have to focus on giving value and leave it at that.” – Brandon Jenkins

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