Veena is the founding partner in Vive Funds, a commercial real estate firm specializing in conservative opportunities for investors. After graduating from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a degree in Finance, Veena pursued her passion in real estate. She now has over a decade in the industry, and has over $1 Billion in multi-family transactions in her own portfolio. She also leads a Facebook Community called Mastering Multifamily with Veena Jetti, and is the founder of MultiFi, a community of like-minded investors. In 2017, she was one of only 3 women to receive the Politico Woman of the Year award for the time & focus she spent on aiding a grassroots Hurricane Harvey disaster response.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn how to attract capital effectively for your real estate investments and build a solid financial future.
• Discover the secrets to successfully transitioning from single-family to multifamily real estate, unlocking new opportunities for...

Ryan Chaw is a pharmacist turned real estate investor. By investing in 15 properties while working his full-time job, in August 2023 he was able to replace his pharmacist salary and walk away from his job to pursue real estate investing full-time. Growing up, Ryan saw the power of real estate investing from his Grandpa, who was able to acquire rentals and was able to pay for Ryan's college tuition. Wanting to follow in his footsteps, Ryan set out to acquire 1 property per year and utility the rent by the room model. With properties now spanning 3 states, Ryan is able to double or triple traditional rental income in competitive markets with his co-living & student housing model.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Maximize your real estate earnings with the rent by the room strategy.
• Discover how to build and pass on generational wealth through strategic real estate investments.
• Learn how to transition from a W2 job to a successful real estate investing career.
• Uncover...

Gino Barbaro is an investor, business owner, educator, entrepreneur & podcast host on 4 different shows. You may know him from "Jake & Gino", where along with his business partner Jake Stenziano, they teach others how to invest in multifamily real estate. Jake & Gino have a real estate portfolio of over 2,200 units transacted & $350 Million assets under management, and have helped their student close over 76,000 units and over $5 Billion in deals!

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover the path to financial freedom through real estate investing and unlock the key to long-term wealth.
• Explore the unique advantages and strategies for transitioning from the restaurant industry to real estate investing, opening the door to new opportunities.
• Uncover the untapped potential and lucrative benefits of multifamily real estate investing, maximizing your returns and diversifying your portfolio.
• Elevate your real estate success with the power of education, gaining...

Jason Muth is the founder of 3 real estate investment and short-term rental businesses. After working for large media corporations, Jason decided to leave the corporate world behind and welcome guests into short-term rentals full-time, so he turned his "side gig" into his primary focus. Along with his husband Rory Gill, Jason launched Prideaway Stays, a gay-owned, tech-driven short-term rental co-hosting business. He's also launched Straightforward Short-Term Rentals, their owned-and-operated portfolio of vacation homes in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Finally they also have their own podcast The Smart Stay Show (previously The Real Estate Law Podcast). Hear Jason share his journey and advice for others looking to leave a W2 behind and work in real estate full-time!

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn how Jason' was able to transition from W2 to full-time real estate 
• Learn the secrets to starting a successful short-term rental business.
• Unlock the steps to...

Grant Francke is a self-made real estate entrepreneur and author who built an $8 Million real estate portfolio from humble beginnings. Working for a railroad company, Grant knew he needed to build something else on his own to be able to leave that work behind, be in business for himself, and build the life he wanted. He quit his job in 2019 and has been working on his real estate portfolio full-time since then. He is the author of the book "The Unlikely Investor: A Path To Financial Freedom Through Real Estate". He lives in Nebraska and enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Master the fundamentals of real estate investing and kick-start your journey to financial freedom.
• Learn how to strategically build and diversify your real estate portfolio for long-term wealth creation.
• Discover proven tactics for making a successful transition to full-time real estate investing and gaining control of your financial future.
• Uncover...

Matthew J Gibbs is a business innovator and seasoned professional in the Canadian real estate & mortgage industry. He's the drier behind a nationwide online mortgage brokerage, The Great Canadian Mortgage Co. His mission is to simplify & expedite the mortgage process to ensure clients have access to the best financing options available. He's leveraging advanced AI technology to streamline the mortgage application process, connecting clients with over 200 lenders nationwide. The approach saves time, offers personalized service, and ensures clients receive the best possible mortgage deal.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Hear how Matthew got into real estate and became a successful entrepreneur
• Discover how Matthew focused his company on personalized mortgage solutions tailored for first-time homebuyers.
• Unlock the power of AI in simplifying the mortgage application process.
• Explore effective strategies for beginners in real estate investing.
• Overcome challenges and...

Justin Udy's real estate career began on the mortgage side, where he began buying and renovating homes. He eventually got his real estate license and was named "Rookie of the Year". He continued to grow, consistently placing among the top 1% of salespeople nationwide and is ranked in the Top 10 producers globally for Century 21 and among the Top 200 Producing Agents in the USA. Through strategic investments in multi-family, commercial, and development projects, Justin has a portfolio that now brings in over $100,000 in net cash flow annually. He also went back to school and earned his Masters Degree in Real Estate Development. Beyond sales, Justin is a co-author of the book "Winning Real Estate".

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Hear Justin's story of striving through financial freedom through his savvy real estate investing strategies.
• Uncover effective real estate development tactics for growth and success.
• Learn how Justin built a powerhouse real estate team 
• Master...

Mike Gengler became a real estate agent and got his license in 2020. He started out working with residential clients, but pretty quickly realized that working with investors and eventually becoming an investor himself better aligned with his future goals. Hear Mike share his journey to building a portfolio of over 200 units and $6.5M in assets under management in the past 2 years while giving up being a real estate agent for residential clients and focusing on helping investors achieve their goals, while Mike's able to work on achieving his own personal goals at the same time!

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Master the transition from real estate agent to investor and unlock new opportunities in the real estate market.
• Discover the wealth-building potential and advantages of multifamily real estate investing.
• Uncover effective strategies for finding lucrative real estate investment deals in today's market.
• Learn how to build a robust and sustainable real estate investment...

We have some exciting news to share! With a recent closing, REL Freedom's Mike Swenson has now surpassed 200 Units owned in 22 months! How did he do it? What wisdom does he have to help you on your journey? Tune into this week's episode as he walks through some of the key things to help you move to the next goal in real estate.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Master the basics of real estate investing for beginners and kickstart your wealth-building journey.

• Learn the art of building a profitable rental property portfolio, paving the way for long-term financial stability.

• Uncover the secrets of analyzing real estate investment deals to make informed and profitable decisions.

• Unlock the power of networking to expand your real estate investment opportunities and connect with like-minded individuals.

• Develop the winning mindset for real estate success, setting the stage for achieving your investment goals.

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Amir Khan is a published composer who bootstrapped growing a music school to a $300,000/year business. Nearing retirement age, he decided to put together a 5 year plan to own 80 single family homes free and clear in 5 years. He has substantial real estate experience as a landlord, wholesaler, flipper, new construction operator and property manager. He also owns and operates a 14 unit apartment complex in Texas and has a portfolio spanning Texas, Illinois, and Ohio.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Achieve financial freedom through strategic real estate investing.
• Unlock the potential of self-directed IRAs for real estate investment.
• Discover passive income strategies through real estate investments.
• Build a robust real estate portfolio with seller financing.
• Master the art of overcoming challenges in commercial real estate investing.

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