What if you could build a $60M real estate portfolio without syndications, big money, or insider connections? James Gleeson shares how he went from buying his first rental at 21 to owning 400+ units—using simple, repeatable strategies like BRRRR and value-add investing in his own backyard of St. Louis. 

He breaks down the real lessons, mistakes, and mindset shifts that helped him scale. Now mentoring dozens of investors who’ve collectively closed $50M+ in deals, James proves that building real wealth through real estate is simpler—and more attainable—than most people think.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Understand why real estate growth is compounding and how scaling becomes easier over time
• Learn how James Gleeson built a $60M portfolio and 400+ units starting from scratch
• Discover how to get started in real estate with limited resources by leveraging relationships and persistence
• Identify the importance of building strong relationships to unlock deals, funding, ...

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...

Dr. Tanh, PharmD, is a pharmacist turned real estate investor, host of the Wonton Wealth Podcast, and founder of Proton Capital. After earning his Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Cincinnati and pursuing a career in cardiology pharmacy, Tanh discovered his true passion—investing and building long-term wealth through real estate. What started with a single duplex in 2018 quickly grew into a thriving portfolio and a deep focus on commercial real estate. As the author of Value Over Volume: The Foundation of Commercial Real Estate Investing, Tanh now empowers others to achieve financial freedom, build meaningful relationships, and reclaim their most valuable asset—time. His journey proves that with education, discipline, and purpose, anyone can create lasting wealth beyond the 9-to-5 grind.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how resourcefulness can replace capital when starting your investment journey.
• Learn how disciplined saving and partnerships fuel
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Keren Gonen, a top-producing New Jersey real estate agent whose journey is as inspiring as it is powerful. Born and raised in Israel, Keren grew up in an entrepreneurial household before moving to the U.S., where she built a thriving logistics business alongside her father. After experiencing profound personal loss and a major life pivot, Keren reinvented herself—diving into real estate at 39 and quickly becoming the #1 agent in Sussex County, closing nearly $24 million in sales volume in 2024. Beyond her professional success, Keren is a passionate leader in her community, serving as President of the BW NICE Sussex Chapter and founder of Referral Roundtable. She shares how resilience, service, and connection have shaped her career and life, and why helping others is at the heart of everything she does. Tune in to hear Keren’s remarkable story of entrepreneurship, real estate success, community leadership, and personal growth—a true masterclass in turning obstacles into opportuniti...

In our recent episode with Dan O'Halloran we discussed Running A Real Estate Team & Investing. Based on that, here is some important information to help you with "Building A Successful Real Estate Team."

In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, building a successful real estate sales team can offer stability and growth, even amid market fluctuations. Dan O'Halloran, a seasoned real estate agent with almost two decades of experience, shares valuable insights on the importance of building a strong real estate team and leveraging investment opportunities for long-term success on a recent conversation on the REL Freedom Show.

The Real Estate Team: A Path For Growth

For Dan, the decision to build a team stemmed from hitting a production and service ceiling as a solo agent. He realized that to provide the highest level of service and care for his clients, he needed to segment responsibilities and bring in talented individuals. This approach not only enhanced the client experience...