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Monick Halm is the founder of the Real Estate Investor Goddesses. She created a platform where she is an investor and, at the same time, an educator for aspiring female real estate investors. Monick is the author of the book, The Real Estate Investor Goddess Handbook. She is also a fellow podcaster and the host of the Real Estate Investor Goddesses Podcast.

[00:01 – 07:04] Opening Segment

• Bringing women together with the Real Estate Investor Goddesses
  • Empowering women in the real estate investing scene

[07:05 – 14:01] Diving into Real Estate

• Buying her first home in 2005 in the Los Angeles market
  • She bought a duplex with her friend
• Monick’s advice for women interested in real estate investing

[14:02 – 21:33] The Power of Syndication

• Syndications turned Monick’s life around for the better
  • Where her real estate career would be without it

[21:34 – 25:25] The Real Estate Investor Goddesses

• Monick talks about their community.
  • The women that are ‘crushing it.’

[25:26 – 33:16] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • My first job as a lawyer
• 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’d like to learn?
  • Learn how to surf
• What does success mean to you?
  • Success is progressing towards what you want.
• Connect with Monick. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“Real estate investing is not one size fits all, and it’s really important to understand what your why is behind real estate investing.” – Monick Halm

“I learn so much by being a passive investor.” – Monick Halm

Resources Mentioned:

• BiggerPockets Podcast
•  The Real Estate Guys
• The Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale

You can connect with Monick on LinkedIn. Check out the Real Estate Investor Goddesses community. Listen to the Real Estate Investor Goddesses Podcast on Apple Podcasts or other podcast streaming platforms.

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Chris Ressa is the Chief Operating Officer of DLC Management Corp. With the weight of being a COO and his dedication to solving real estate problems, Chris hasn’t let the challenges stop him from reaching his goals. Chris believes that doing the ordinary extraordinarily well. It will make you stand out from others. 

[00:01 – 08:55] Opening Segment

• I introduce the guest, Chris Ressa
• Chris talks about his real estate career
  • How he got started
  • His passion for the Commercial Real Estate asset class
  • The biggest challenges of being a COO

[08:56 – 19:13] Rocking the Retail Space

• The hit the retail space took because of COVID-19
  • Being nimble and able to pivot in times of uncertainty
• Chris talks about how they are managing through the pandemic
• Being aware of what the market wants

[19:14 – 21:53] The Retail Retold Podcast on Weiss Advice

• I ask Chris the 3 questions he always asks his guests on his show

[21:54 – 26:44] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • Worked as a mover
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  •  Start with Why – Simon Sinek
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Video and audio editing skills
• What does success mean to you?
  • “Doing the ordinary extraordinarily well.”
• Connect with Chris. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“If I can do things to provide real convenience as well as provide value. That will be interesting.” – Chris Ressa

“If you can do the ordinary with virtuosity, it will make you stand out.” – Chris Ressa

You can connect with Chris on LinkedIn or through their website https://www.dlcmgmt.com/. Listen to his podcast, Retail Retold.

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Dan Lewkowicz is currently a Net Lease Investment Sales Broker based in Michigan, and he is very passionate about the commercial real estate asset class. Previously, Dan was a business development executive for Amazon. Dan believes that the secret to success is by being your real, authentic self at all times.

[00:01 – 08:04] Opening Segment

• I introduce the guest, Dan Lewkowicz
• Every business is a media company
  • The power of social media for a business
• Dan reminisces his time with Amazon

[08:05 – 17:33] You Can Be Great Even Without a License

• Market-specific commodities
• Net lease investment sales broker
  • Selling on a national platform.
  • Dan operates in 43 states. In the other 7 states, he works with partners.
• Dan talks about how he got into the real estate brokers’ world.

[17:34 – 23:21]  Move Forward with Positivity

• Dan talks about his inspiration, motivation, what drives his passion.
  • Life is so much more meaningful and enjoyable when you are doing what you’re passionate about.
• Dan shares his vision for the commercial real estate world.

[23:22 – 29:48] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • I was working for a fund that was selling research to big companies.
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • Think and Grow Rich
  • The ONE Thing
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • The ability to delegate. 
  • The ability to train captains of ships, not just passengers of ships.
• What does success mean to you?
  • Being authentic. Being connected. Being happy. Being present. Being real.
  • The ability to be real at all times
• Connect with Dan. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“If you provide value, followers will follow. If you have followers, dollars will follow.” – Dan Lewkowicz

“Time is money, and I firmly believe that you invest your time and your money into places with the greatest return on your investment. So, if my time is the most valuable commodity I have, I’m gonna put it into the place that’s gonna provide me the biggest ROI in my time.” – Dan Lewkowicz

You can connect with Dan on LinkedIn or visit their company website at https://encoreinvestmentrealestate.com/

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Mark Allen is the Executive Managing Director and one of the top brokers at Greystone & Co. Greystone is a real estate finance and investment company. Mark is currently based in Dallas-Fort Worth, and before working as a full-time real estate broker, he used to play in Division 1 Football and served in the US Army as a Field Artillery Officer. 

[00:01 – 08:26] Opening Segment

• I introduce and welcome our guest, Mark Allen
• Mark talks about his background and his story heading into the real estate world
  • Played Division 1 Football at West Point
  • The transition from college football into real estate

[08:27 – 19:21] Multifamily in the Current Market

• Mark talks about his book, Buying in Bulk
• Single-family vs. Multifamily
• Expand your single-family portfolio with Mark’s tips from the book
• The current market trends
  • Opportunities in the market
  • Multifamily will continue to become a strong asset class heading into the future

[19:22 – 25:50] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
• Sweeping and helping my father out in construction sites
• Being in the army got to the point where I thought it just wasn’t a good fit for me.
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • The Bible
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Learn how to fly a plane
• What does success mean to you?
  • “Achieving your goals.”
• Connect with Mark. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“I think multifamily is something that we really need to take a look at when we consider a portfolio.” – Mark Allen

“Success is just setting goals and achieving your goals.” – Mark Allen

Resources Mentioned:

• Buying in Bulk by Mark Allen
• The Multifamily 5 Podcast – Hosted by Mark Allen

You can connect with Mark on LinkedIn or send him an email at [email protected]

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Logan Freeman is the Co-Founder and Principal of FTW Investments based in Kansas City. Logan is a commercial real estate investor, developer, and broker. Setting work aside, he is a former NFL player and is the host of The LiveFree Investors Podcast.

 Let's dive right into this episode and find out how a faith-driven business will always win.

[00:01 – 06:25] Opening Segment

• Defining work-life balance
  • There is no such thing as work-life balance, only work-life choices.
• Living through virtues
  • Faith, Family, Fitness, and Future.

[06:26 – 18:39] The Secrets to Logan’s Success

• Plowing through the pandemic
• Sticking to your fundamentals
• The power of a strong network
• The framework that being an athlete provided in Logan’s life
• Accountability and extreme ownership

[18:40 – 27:26] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • I did a lot of physical labor when I was young.
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • Relentless by Tim S. Grover
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Copywriting. It has to be writing.
• What does success mean to you?
  • Freedom
• Connect with Logan. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“Always trying to delay gratification and make choices that will better me down the road than it would right now.” – Logan Freeman

“You have to make choices that allow you to have that strong foundation that when all those other things that you can’t control go away – you still have your faith, you still have your family, and hopefully you’re working on your fitness. Those are typically things that you can control in your life.” – Logan Freeman

Resources Mentioned:

• Matthew Kelly (Author)
• Leadership Strategy and Tactics by Jocko Willink
• Jocko Willink (Instagram)
• Relentless by Tim S. Grover

You can connect with Logan on LinkedIn or through their websites http://ftwinvestmentsllc.com/  and https://www.livefreeinvestments.com/.



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Sterling White is a Real Estate Investor by both trade and passion. Currently based in Indianapolis, Indiana, he serves as Principal of Sonder Investment Group.

Let’s dive right into this episode and find out how you can start your journey to success by consistently taking action.

[00:01 – 04:26] Opening Segment

• I Introduce our guest, Sterling White
• Sterling talks about his background

[04:27 – 9:54] Taking Action

• The Taking Action mindset
• His first partners and mentors
• The concept of internship
• Sterling shares his transition from single to multifamily

[09:55 – 16:47] Sterling’s Dallas Approach

• Sterling talks about his Dallas Approach
• Deals sterling found through his method

[16:48 – 23:22] Sharing his journey and path to success

• Starting a thought leadership
• The impact of Social media to people’s growth and development
• Sterling’s goal for the next 5 years

[23:23 – 28:46] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • Working in a grocery store
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • Lead The Field - Earl Nightingale
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Learn Spanish
• What does success mean to you?
  • Doing what you enjoy and love
  • Progressive realization of a worthy goal
• Connect with Sterling. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“Success is really doing what you enjoy and love. Success is the progressive realization of a worthy goal.” - Sterling White

“If you’re not committed enough, if you don't have a large enough “why”, you come up with excuses.” - Sterling White

Resources Mentioned:

• Lead The Field - Earl Nightingale

You can connect with Sterling on Instagram or through his website. Visit their company website https://www.sonderinvestmentgroup.com/. Check out his podcast here

Guest Email: [email protected] 

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Adam Adams is a Multifamily investor and Host of the Apartment Investing show. Adam started investing in real estate back in 2005. After repositioning his first apartment community in 2007(from a $2MM value to $4MM value in 12 months) as a property manager, Adam bought his first multifamily apartment building. 

Let's dive right into this episode and listen to Adam Adams's top-rated marketing tips.

[00:01 – 04:12] Getting to Know Adam

• I Introduce our guest, Adam Adams
• Plans and events set up by Adam in Colorado

[04:13 – 12:04] Top Rated Podcasts

• Other plans Adam has for his investments
• Helping others launch their podcasts
• Adam talks about the role of Virtual Assistants in a podcast
• Getting top ratings for a podcast

[12:05 – 17:31] Launching Podcasts

• Adam talks about his inspiration to start a new podcast
  • The Apartment Investing Show
• The transition and turnover of his old show to the new owner

[17:32 – 27:39] Marketing Tips

• Adam weighs in on his idea of Marketing
• Adam shares some tips on how to make people and potential investors like you
• Adam’s tip for social media marketing

[27:40 – 33:25] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • Working as a server when I was 16
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • Rich Dad Poor Dad - Robert T. Kiyosaki
  • Compound Effect - Darren Hardy
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Get better on the Piano
• What does success mean to you?
  • Being Happy
• Connect with Adam. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“Ultimate success means that you’re moving forward, you’re happy. I don’t think it means that you’ve achieved, or accomplished a certain thing. If you’re happy about whatever journey you’re on, you are successful.” - Adam Adams

Resources Mentioned:

• MeetUp
• Creative Real Estate Podcasts

You can connect with Adam on LinkedIn. Visit his website https://www.raisingmoneycoach.com/  

Guest Email: [email protected] 

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Brian Adams is the President and Founder of Excelsior Capital GP, providing high net worth individuals and family offices access to passive cash flowing institutional investment opportunities. Brian has 10 years of experience in real estate private equity.

Let's dive right into this episode and talk about private Equity and Excelsior Capital GP.

[00:01 – 05:37] Getting to know Brian

• I Introduce our guest, Brian C. Adams
• Brian’s background
  • Getting into private equity and real estate
• Brian talks about building and growing a business through networking

[06:57 – 15:13] Private Equity

• Brian talks about the Family office dynamic
• Multifamily as the best source of real estate investment
• Brian’s biggest mistake in his career
• The challenges that Brian faces nowadays

[15:14 – 22:15] Changes in the Office Space

• COVID’s effect on the office space market 
• Brian talks about how to propose a deal to a potential investor

[22:16 – 30:41] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • Working as a road crew for one of my dad’s friends
• Adam talks about the resources that have given him a paradigm shift
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Code and Programming
• What does success mean to you?
  • Working with people I enjoy working with. Providing for my family. Enjoying what I do every day.
• Connect with Brian. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“Success is working with people I enjoy working with. Being able to provide for my family. Success is enjoying what I’m able to do every day.” - Brian C. Adams

“If your idea is shiny and beautiful, and you want everyone to love it, that’s great. But if no one is willing to give you their resources to you for it, it’s art. Art has a place in the world, but it’s not a business.” - Brian C. Adams

Resources Mentioned:

• Excelsior GP
• Priam Properties

You can connect with Brian on LinkedIn. Visit their website https://www.excelsiorgp.com/ and check out their company’s socials on LinkedIn

Guest Email: [email protected] 

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Our guest for today, Allison Weiss, is the Founder of CRE Recruiting and CRE at Work. Allison possesses over 10 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, human resources, operations, project management, marketing, and public relations. She has successfully recruited hundreds of commercial real estate professionals, resulting in consistent multi-million-dollar annual revenue growth. Allison began her career in commercial real estate as a Recruiting Manager of Marcus & Millichap, where she led the national recruiting strategy for the firm’s commercial mortgage division, helping them to attain financing volume growth of $1.6B in less than 3 years.

[00:01 – 04:16] Opening Segment

• I Introduce our guest, Allison Weiss
• Allison talks about her background and career

[04:17 – 11:53]  Commercial Real Estate Recruitment

• Founding her company
• The CRE Recruitment market
  • Impact of COVID
• Allison talks about freelance work

[11:54 – 19:05] Becoming an Entrepreneur

• Allison’s biggest challenge as an entrepreneur
• Building her team
• Her plans to invest in the Real Estate market
• Allison talks about her plans for the next 10 years

[19:06 – 28:30] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • Working at a grocery store
• Lessons and values she learned from growing up in a military family
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Sharpen my skills in Math
• What does success mean to you?
  • Success means making a difference
• Connect with Mikey. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“For me, as an entrepreneur, it’s all about focusing on the things that are going to have the biggest impact.” - Allison Weiss

“Feeling at the end of the day that I made a difference. That for me is the ultimate success.” - Allison Weiss

Resources Mentioned:

• Marcus & Millichap
• Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World by Adam Grant

You can connect with Allison on LinkedIn or send her an email at [email protected]. Visit their website at https://www.crerecruiting.com/ 

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Mikey Taylor first found success with nearly two decades as a professional skateboarder. Early in his career, he was already thinking about life after skateboarding, which led him to become a co-founder of Saint Archer Brewing company. Mike is also the Co-President of Commune Capital which invests in Multifamily real estate. With a unique perspective being an entrepreneur and skateboarder, he brings a  unique take to real estate, one driven by community and purpose.

[00:01 – 06:58] Who is Mikey Taylor?

• I Introduce our guest, Mikey Taylor
• Mikey’s career as a professional skateboarder
• From Pro skateboarding to entrepreneurship
• His first investments in real estate

[06:59 – 12:37] Transition from Pro Athlete to Entrepreneur

• Lessons translated over to real estate investing from being a pro athlete
• The essence of fear

[12:38 – 20:32] Sharing His Knowledge and overcoming challenges

• The drive behind educating other people
• The biggest challenges he’s facing now
• Giving back and helping other people

[20:33 – 30:42] THE FINAL FOUR

• What’s the worst job that you ever had?
  • Assisting my dad at weddings
• Mikey talks about what it means to be a professional skateboarder
• What’s a book you’ve read that has given you a paradigm shift?
  • The Bible
  • Rich Dad Poor Dad - Robert T. Kiyosaki
• What is a skill or talent that you’d like to learn?
  • Operations
• What does success mean to you?
  • Living out my purpose entirely
• Connect with Mikey. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“Learning how to control fear and not let it stop you or cripple you is something specific to skateboarders, that’s a really good quality and skill that you can transition into whatever you’re going to do.” - Mikey Taylor

“Success to me means to live the life I was meant to live at the fullest form.” - Mikey Taylor

Resources Mentioned:

• Saint Archer Brewery
• MillerCoors

You can connect with Mikey on Instagram or send him an email at [email protected]. Be sure to check out https://communecapital.com/

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