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A former teacher passionate about helping people, Kristi Winfree channeled her natural talents for details and systems implementation into the real estate industry. She founded Legacy Transactions supporting agents as they grow their business and providing education to her clients. She believed in the motto: "Wake up every day to create Raving Fans and make someone's life better!" Kristi is a professional who adds uniqueness to her field. She is also the host of the podcast "Not Just A Daydream - Business Insights and Inspiration for the Work At Home Entrepreneur." She would share her know-how and motivation for others in this podcast. Join us to learn how Kristi is building a legacy one transaction at a time and changing the lives of all those she touches.

In this episode hosted by Mike Swenson, we discussed:

• How Kristi found their true calling in helping agents with productivity and training.
• How Independent TCs prioritize working with higher-produci
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How To Get Started Investing In Real Estate With Little Money Down

A common objection we hear from people is "I don't have enough money yet to get a property on my own." We don't want that to stop you from investing! Additionally we hear "I don't have the time or knowledge to figure all of this out. Can I partner with someone that knows what they are doing?"

We hear you! We want to make real estate investing have as low of a barrier of entry as possible, so we're running down some ways for you to get your money invested, so that it can grow, instead of sitting on the sideline and not getting in the game!

First off, why do I want to invest in real estate? Lets cover 8 top reasons why people want to choose real estate to invest in:

1) Rents Paid By Tenant: you aren't having to pay the mortgage on the property each month as your mortgage payment is getting paid by your tenants (assuming you pick a property that cashflows well). No money comes out of your pocket each month to ...

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Karim Kerachni's entrepreneurial journey has taken him across continents and industries. Born in Canada to Algerian parents, raised in France, and currently residing in Malaysia, Karim embodies the spirit of a global entrepreneur. He started his entrepreneurial career by founding Steamates, a successful residential and commercial cleaning company in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This venture provided him with the foundation to explore franchise development opportunities for PropertyGuys.com in Massachusetts, the largest private home sale network in North America.

This is Karim sharing his special journey of building businesses across borders and time zones. Here, he elaborates on how he deals with the challenges and rewards of running and scaling up businesses remotely by discussing cultural differences and technology tools that keep him connected and efficient. Let's join Karim Kerachni as he talks about his successful strategies and big plans for expansion in th...

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Christina Leavenworth has come a long way from news anchor to a real estate powerhouse with resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. Transferring her media background to real estate, Christina made great strides in the competitive Pensacola, FL real estate market. In just one year, she sold 65 homes worth $14.8 million in volume, establishing her fast growth foundation.
Today, Christina leads The Leavenworth Team, a successful team of agents servicing the growing demand. At the same time, she oversees a diversified rental portfolio of 18 properties from short-term to long-term rentals. Her ability to navigate challenges and embrace uncertainty has been pivotal in her success story.

In this episode hosted by Mike Swenson, we discussed:

• How Christina found success in real estate getting 65 home sales in her first year.
• Limitations of working at a news station while being a licensed agent led to creative solutions and utilizing Facebook groups to reach poten
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Many people work hard in their W-2 job to be able to do real estate investing on the side. What if your W-2 job allowed you to learn real estate investing WHILE you worked? Meet Shawn Baxter. By day, Shawn is a truck driver that travels all across the US. Because of his role, he is constantly listening to real estate investing podcasts and audio books all day long. Because of this dedicated time commitment, he puts in MORE time as a real estate investor than his truck driving job. This allows him to have the coveted "real estate professional" tax status and all the tax benefits that accompany it. Hear Shawn share how he's using real estate to build wealth, from house hacking to utilizing a home equity line of credit, to infinite banking, to a self-directed IRA. He's learned a lot while he's on the road, and is excited to build an amazing life through real estate.

In this episode hosted by Mike Swenson, we discussed:

• What criteria and features Shawn was ...

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Uncover the secrets of how to start your real estate investing career with very little capital! In this video, Mike Swenson answers the two most frequently asked questions he's asked by budding investors: "How do I get started in real estate?" and "How do I invest if I don't have enough money for a property?"
Mike discusses various ways to create income and profit from real estate investments with little or no money. Learn creative financing options, investment strategies, and key considerations for determining the best investment path for you. Plus, find out how you can make your entry into real estate simple by passively investing in other people's deals.
Whether you are a beginner looking to make your first investment or an advanced investor seeking to find new ways to get property with little or no down payment, this video is just what you're looking for.

In this episode we discussed:

• What makes real estate investing an attractive route to gain wealth
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Brandon Thomas started his real estate career while he was at college managing a 65-unit apartment complex. After seeing the owner's profit, Brandon decided to take a plunge into real estate. Utilizing creative financing, he purchased 15 units in Morgantown, WV, for only $600 out of pocket. Today, he manages those properties, closing deals as a licensed agent in Maryland, running a very successful team.
Success in real estate has opened doors for Brandon to pursue other passions, including launching a clothing company that donates 50% of the proceeds to the Save the Children Foundation. By using technology, the business would be self-sustaining and not require any more time or money after its launch.
As a respected mentor and highly sought-after speaker in the real estate investment community, Brandon shares his strategies, insights, and inspirational journey. Learn how you can model his success and make a significant impact both financially and philanthrop...

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From attorney to real estate mogul, Kevin Link's story is nothing but a source of inspiration. Having first served as an attorney for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, better known as FINRA, Kevin sought more control over his career and plunged into the real estate market in 2017. He co-founded 4 Brothers Buy Houses, a Washington DC-based investment firm that generates over $5 million per year with a dedicated team of 25 professionals.

He didn't stop there. Kevin founded 1000Flips, a progressive investment company focused on helping others follow in the footsteps of his success with flipping real estate. Kevin co-founded the 1000 Flips Podcast, where he shares insights, strategies, and stories learned throughout the deep experience one has in the industry.

Kevin shares his remarkable story from law into real estate, strategies in making it happen, and how 1000Flips equips up-and-coming real estate investors to reach their goals.

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What do you get when a passion for technology and a love of real estate come together? You get Marla Harmon, the founder and CEO of REISoftware, an innovative CRM designed just for real estate investors. With her huge background in digital marketing, Marla created this mighty tool to help investors capture leads, nurture prospects, and close more deals with efficiency.

Marla shares her story of taking two different worlds and putting them together to create a game-changing solution for real estate investors. Learn how her high-level understanding of technology fueled the development of REI Software and how it's changing the way investors run their businesses. Marla's story is a true example of finding your niche while pursuing your passions at the same time.

In this episode hosted by Mike Swenson, we discussed:

• Marla's background in real estate including being an agent and broker in two different states
• How Marla got to the point where she wan
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From sleeping on the floor of a warehouse to becoming a millionaire at age 16, the Wohlwend family's story is nothing less than an inspiration. Eric and Lila Wohlwend were determined to change their lives by educating themselves in real estate and passing on that knowledge to their children. Their oldest son, Deven, started his real estate investing journey with no money from his parents at the tender age of 7. Indeed, he became a millionaire and accredited investor before he could even drive!

The Wohlwend family has rehabbed and repositioned over a thousand units, built multiple thriving businesses, and authored the book "Family Success Triangle." That does not stop their entrepreneurial spirit. The children founded Millionaires In Training, or MIT, an international group that comprises 160 members across 8 countries teaching kids and young adults how to become entrepreneurs.

The Wohlwends, even with all their busy schedules, spend half their time t...