Loodmy Jacques is a real estate entrepreneur who has built a standout, system-driven business in South Florida by blending high-touch service with modern technology. Originally from Port-au-Prince, Haiti, he moved to the U.S. in 2004 and, through determination and the guidance of strong mentors, grew his career into The Jacques Real Estate Team, now serving clients across Palm Beach, Broward, and St. Lucie Counties. Known for delivering an elevated client experience, Loodmy has guided hundreds of buyers and sellers, earned more than 300 five-star reviews, and consistently performs at the top of his market. 

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn how Loodmy immigrated from Haiti with no network, no plan for real estate, and built a thriving multi-business career through persistence and adaptability.
  
• Discover the unconventional lead-generation strategies he used early on—including cold calling from the Yellow Pages—to land his first clients.
  
• Understand why consistency, vo...

Michael Russell is a seasoned real estate investor and hospitality entrepreneur who turned short-term rentals on Maui into financial freedom before scaling into hostel and hotel investing. As the co-founder of Howzit Hostels—the #1 small hostel in North America—and Malama Capital, he brings over 20 years of experience across short-term rentals, long-term rentals, commercial real estate, and hospitality assets. He shares how he sources and analyzes hotel deals, leads acquisitions, and is leveraging systems and AI to create efficient, high–cash flow hospitality investments with strong equity upside. Also a co-host of the Hotel Investor Playbook podcast, he offers practical insights for investors looking to transition from Airbnb-style rentals into hotels, build scalable businesses, and design unforgettable guest experiences—all while balancing entrepreneurship, family life, and island living in Maui.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Understand why successful investors fo...

Today we celebrate the closing of our newest acquisition, a 35 unit apartment in southern Minnesota. In addition, we cover some of the most important basics for those interested in raising capital for real estate. We break down the fundamentals of what investors actually want to know before they commit their money. From understanding the difference between equity and debt to navigating basic securities rules, structuring deals correctly, and building trust without a long track record, this conversation offers a clear, practical roadmap for anyone looking to scale through other people’s capital. We also cover how to find and attract the right investors, present deals with confidence, avoid common capital raising mistakes, and build long-term investor relationships that lead to repeat capital and sustainable growth. Whether you’re preparing for your first raise or refining your approach, this episode delivers actionable insights you can apply immediately.

In this episode, you...

In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Shtofman, a seasoned corporate development leader and AI-driven real estate innovator who serves as the Global Head of Corporate Development at Cheere, a data management company building AI agents exclusively for the real estate industry. With over $3.4 trillion in real estate assets flowing through a patented knowledge-graph-powered platform, he shares how enterprise-level AI is transforming property data, decision-making, and investment strategy. Drawing on experience as a C-suite software executive, he unpacks how he’s leveraged AI to build a profitable “one-person” real estate business, the data he uses for free versus what he pays for, real-world AI use cases, and the hard-earned lessons and pitfalls from deploying AI agents over the past 18 months. An accomplished investor, advisor, and global speaker, he offers candid insights on the non-linear path to financial freedom, leadership at scale, and the future of AI in real estate.

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Cory Long is a visionary entrepreneur, author, and nationally recognized business strategist who helps leaders build profitable, purpose-driven businesses through modern marketing and faith-centered leadership. With over a decade of experience generating revenue for entrepreneurs and brands, Cory is the founder of Yroc Consulting and The Entrepreneurial Forge Accelerator, where he equips business owners to scale systems, reclaim time, and lead with integrity. A leading authority in AI search, digital reputation, and local SEO, Cory is known for his bold insight that “if AI can’t find you, clients won’t either.” He is also the host of the E-Forge Podcast and the author of To Love Is To Give, blending business strategy, innovation, and Biblical principles to help entrepreneurs grow businesses that truly matter.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Understand how AI is replacing traditional Google search.
  
• Learn how buyers and sellers are using ChatGPT to choose real estate a...

Amelia Turbyfill is a luxury real estate advisor and industry leader redefining high-end real estate in America’s premier mountain markets. As one of Montana’s most respected agents and the Northwest Regional Director of REAL Luxury, she blends deep local expertise with national influence, serving high-net-worth clients, investors, and developers across Bozeman and Big Sky. In under a decade, Amelia built a multi–seven-figure business and co-led sales and marketing for the $100 million Bozeman Yards development, a landmark project reshaping the region. Known for her advisory-first approach, data-driven strategy, and authentic relationship-building, Amelia shares powerful insights on personal branding, leadership, and thriving in competitive luxury markets.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn how Amelia leveraged her marketing background to build a luxury real estate brand and stand out early in her career.
  
• Discover practical strategies for breaking into luxury real...

Erin Krueger is one of the most influential real estate leaders in the country—a powerhouse agent, team builder, and now first-time author with over $2 billion in career transactions. Starting as a solo agent with a background in advertising and marketing, Erin quickly rose to become Tennessee’s #1 Realtor and later ranked #14 nationwide. She went on to build one of the top real estate teams in America, earning recognition from The Wall Street Journal and RealTrends as the #1 team in Tennessee and #3 nationally. 

With nearly two decades of experience, thousands of homes sold, and $225M in sales in 2024 alone, Erin is known for her innovative strategies, hands-on leadership, and commitment to excellence. Beyond real estate, she mentors entrepreneurs, helping them turn vision into action and build businesses that thrive. In this episode, Erin shares the lessons, systems, and mindset behind her extraordinary success—as well as insights from her new book designed to help leaders over...

Matthias Gruenwald is a seasoned real estate investor and operator with nearly two decades of experience transforming distressed properties into high-performing assets. Originally from Germany and now based in Greenville, SC, Matthias is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of WCG Investments, where he oversees $20M in assets across 16 manufactured housing communities. 

With expertise in value-add strategies, mobile home parks, and multifamily and RV park redevelopment, Matthias has a proven track record in identifying undervalued properties and turning them into profitable investments. His hands-on approach and sharp operational mindset make him a standout in the affordable housing space, driving strong returns while creating thriving communities for residents and investors alike.

In this episode, you will be able to learn:

• Discover why choosing any real estate lane matters more than finding the “perfect” one—and how simply deciding accelerates your success.
  
• Learn how mo...

Joel Kraut is a real estate investor, author, and private lender that helps real estate investors achieve financial freedom. He has funded over 1,000 loans of all types. He is the co-founder of BRRRR Loans and author of the book "7 Steps To Financial Freedom." Joel brings a unique 360 degree view as an investor, borrow, contractor, and fund manager. You'll help to learn actionable steps and strategies for real estate investing, including how to get started, build a portfolio, and create your roadmap to financial independence.

In this episode, you will be able to learn:

• Financial freedom follows a predictable framework, and Joel simplifies it into seven steps that any investor—new or seasoned—can follow to build long-term independence.
• Private lending plays a pivotal role in accelerating growth, and Joel’s experience funding 1,000+ loans provides insight into what lenders look for and how borrowers can position themselves as trustworthy.
• A 360-degree perspective gives you
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Short-term rental (STR) arbitrage has emerged as an agile and high-yield strategy in today’s real estate landscape, when done correctly. Investor Mike Swenson has become a recognized voice in this space—building a scalable model that transforms traditional rentals into high-performing assets through data-driven decisions, operational discipline, and strategic market positioning.

His journey—from navigating challenging regulations in the Twin Cities to building a profitable STR portfolio across the Twin Cities MN metro —provides a clear blueprint for investors seeking stronger margins and faster cash flow.

Key Insights from Mike Swenson’s STR Framework

1. Strategic Market Shifts Unlock New Opportunity

Mike emphasizes that not all markets are created equal.
He pivoted away from the heavily regulated Minneapolis/St. Paul environment and tapped into the growth corridor surrounding those cities.

This shift allowed him to accelerate results without navigating as restrictive of pol...