The REI Agent

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Welcome to The REI Agent Podcast, where real estate meets holistic living! Hosted by Mattias and Erica, this podcast is your go-to source for insights, inspiration, and strategies from top agents and investors who are living their best lives through real estate.

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August 20, 202636 min

Build Bigger, Think Differently, and Create Your Own Opportunity with Ryan Herrera

Ryan Herrera reveals how persistence, creative financing, development, and strategic partnerships can turn limited resources into scalable wealth while helping investors challenge limiting beliefs, create equity, and build a life with greater freedom and choice. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-bigger-think-differently-and-create-your-own-opportunity-with-ryan-herrera/ (00:00) - Introduction to Ryan Herrera and His Development Investing Journey (05:00) - Entrepreneurship, Contracting Growth, and the Personal Struggles That Changed Ryan’s Direction (10:00) - Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs and Finding Ways to Fund Development Deals (15:00) - Using Business Credit, Aged LLCs, and Outside Capital to Finance Projects (20:00) - How Development Creates Equity, Cash Flow, and the Potential for Infinite Returns (25:00) - Developer Fees, Project Management, and Building a Team to Make Development More Passive (30:00) - Why Ryan Believes Development Can Outperform Fix and Flip and Existing Rental Strategies (35:00) - Mattias Shares His Long-Term Goals, Family Priorities, Freedom, and Vision for Life (36:21) - Closing Remarks and The REI Agent Podcast Outro Contact Ryan Herrera https://rhequitiescorp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557358447472 https://www.instagram.com/officialryanherrera/ https://www.threads.com/@officialryanherrera https://youtube.com/@Officialryanherrera⁩ Ryan Herrera’s journey proves that the biggest opportunities often begin when someone stops asking why they can’t do something and starts asking how it can be structured to work. Whether it’s building a business, raising capital, developing property, or rebuilding life after setbacks, the next level belongs to those willing to learn harder skills, create value, and keep moving forward. Build the assets, build the relationships, and most importantly, build the freedom to choose the life you truly want. For more conversations about investing, wealth, purpose, and creating a life on your own terms, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

August 18, 202640 min

From Paycheck to Purpose: Building an Unstoppable Life with Yisbel Bera

Yisbel Bera reveals how purpose, mindset, disciplined action, strategic reinvestment, and the right people helped her move beyond paycheck-to-paycheck living and build an unstoppable business, investment portfolio, and life centered on freedom and lasting impact. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-paycheck-to-purpose-building-an-unstoppable-life-with-yisbel-bera/ (00:00) - Meet Yisbel Bera: From Wholesaler to Top eXp Realty Team Leader (05:00) - Turning a First Investment into Nearly $200,000 and Building Wealth (10:00) - From a State Job to Full-Time Entrepreneurship and Investor-Focused Sales (15:00) - Finding Opportunity, Embracing Discomfort, and Refusing to Fear Failure (20:00) - The Seven Levels of Why: Staying Driven When the Market Gets Tough (25:00) - Gratitude, Faith, Community, and Building a Purpose-Driven Life (30:00) - Building a Team, Delegating Responsibility, and Escaping Entrepreneurial Burnout (35:00) - Yisbel’s Three Golden Nuggets: Mindset, Massive Action, and the Right People (40:00) - The Let Them Mindset, Connecting with Yisbel, and Closing Thoughts Contact Yisbel Bera https://yisbelbera.com/ https://www.facebook.com/yisbel.beradamiron/ https://www.instagram.com/kingdomgroup___/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/yisbelberarealtor/ https://youtube.com/@YisbelBeraRealtor ⁩ Yisbel Bera’s journey is a reminder that freedom rarely begins with perfect circumstances. It begins with a decision to stop settling, define a why powerful enough to survive the hard days, protect the mind, take massive action, reinvest what success produces, and surround yourself with people who help multiply the mission. Don’t just chase more income. Build a life where your money, time, relationships, and purpose can grow together. For more conversations that help you build wealth without losing the life you’re building it for, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

August 13, 202652 min

Build Wealth Without Losing Your Life and Happiness with Bree Hartman

Bree Hartman reveals how self-storage investing, seller financing, and intentional wealth building can create cash flow, time freedom, and a simpler life while helping investors stop chasing complexity and start building on purpose with confidence. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-without-losing-your-life-and-happiness-with-bree-hartman/ (00:00) - Introduction to Bree Hartman and Her Journey Into Self-Storage Investing (05:00) - Why Self-Storage Offers Simplicity, Scalability, and Lower Operating Expenses (10:00) - Finding Profitable Self-Storage Deals Through Off-Market Relationships (15:00) - The Market Rule of Fives for Identifying Undervalued Storage Facilities (20:00) - Turning Unsophisticated Mom-and-Pop Facilities Into Multiple Revenue Streams (25:00) - Why Boring Businesses Can Create Greater Freedom and Fewer Headaches (30:00) - Seller Financing, Value-Add Strategies, and Growing Property Value (35:00) - Creating Win-Win Deals With Retiring Owners and Creative Financing (40:00) - Building Wealth Through Refinancing, Exit Strategies, and Intentional Investing (45:00) - Redefining Success Through Time Freedom, Family, and Smarter Wealth Building (50:00) - Bree's Favorite Books, Self-Storage Resources, and Final Advice (52:08) - Closing The REI Agent Podcast and Living the Life You Want Contact Bree Hartman https://www.selfstorageschool.com/ https://www.facebook.com/bduplisea https://www.instagram.com/bree.theinvestor/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/breannadupliseahartman/ https://www.youtube.com/@Bree.TheInvestor Bree Hartman's journey is a powerful reminder that the goal isn't simply to own more, earn more, or build the biggest portfolio. The goal is to create assets that give you choices, protect your time, and help you build a life you don't need to escape from. Find the opportunity, build the relationship, take intelligent action, and never forget what you're building all of this for. For more conversations about creating wealth while living with purpose, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

August 11, 202632 min

Build Before You Compare: Relationships, Resilience, and Success with Danielle Hennessy

Danielle Hennessy reveals how relationships, resilience, smart preparation, and a build-before-you-compare mindset can help professionals grow stronger businesses, navigate competitive markets, serve clients better, and create lasting success without sacrificing the life they truly value. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-before-you-compare-relationships-resilience-and-success-with-danielle-hennessy/ (00:00) - Introduction to Danielle Hennessy and Building a Career in a Resource-Driven Market (05:00) - Getting Licensed, Landing the First Client, and Learning the Business (10:00) - Building Community, Expanding Your Sphere, and Growing Through Relationships (15:00) - Inside a Fast-Moving Seller's Market and the Pressure Facing Buyers (20:00) - Winning Bidding Wars with Strong Offers and Smart Escalation Strategies (25:00) - Pricing Properties, Shifting Canadian Markets, and Buyer Migration to Alberta (30:00) - Measuring Success, Building a Balanced Life, and Danielle's Final Advice Contact Danielle Hennessy https://daniellehennessy.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/daniellehennessyrealtor/ https://www.instagram.com/daniellehennessyrealtor/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-hennessy-26a9972ba/ Danielle Hennessy’s story is a powerful reminder that lasting success isn’t built by constantly watching what everyone else is doing. It’s built by serving people well, strengthening relationships, preparing for opportunities, learning from losses, and doing something every day that moves your life and business forward. Build first, compare less, and keep creating a version of success that’s actually worth living. For more conversations about building wealth without losing sight of the life you’re building it for, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

August 6, 202635 min

Self-Storage Yards Transforms Empty Land Into Monthly Cash Flow with Chris Long

Discover how Chris Long transformed one contractor's frustration into an entirely new investment niche, proving that solving overlooked problems, creating value, and taking courageous action can build extraordinary wealth, freedom, and lasting entrepreneurial success. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/self-storage-yards-transforms-empty-land-into-monthly-cash-flow-with-chris-long/ (00:00) - Introduction to Chris Long and the Self-Storage Yard Model (05:00) - From Financial Collapse to Building the First Longyards Location (10:00) - Family Alignment, Fatherhood, and Pursuing a Bigger Vision (15:00) - Entering the United States and Finding Creative Ways to Fund Deals (20:00) - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs Through Conviction and Action (25:00) - Different Ways Investors Can Participate and Build Wealth (30:00) - Creating Value Through Problem Solving and Off-Market Opportunities (35:00) - Final Encouragement, Episode Closing, and Disclaimer Contact Chris Long https://longyards.com/ https://www.facebook.com/longyards https://www.instagram.com/chrislongyards/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-long-152b3988/ Every great opportunity begins with someone willing to solve a problem that everyone else ignores. Let Chris Long's journey remind you that bold action, relentless value creation, and unwavering persistence can build a future far bigger than you ever imagined. For more inspiring conversations with today's top investors and entrepreneurs, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

August 4, 202650 min

Achieving Financial Greatness with Clear Thinking Builds Lasting Market Confidence with Jonathan Miller

Jonathan Miller reveals how disciplined market analysis, reliable sourcing, inventory awareness, and human judgment help agents and investors cut through misleading headlines, understand changing conditions, and build lasting confidence with clients in uncertain housing markets. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/achieving-financial-greatness-with-clear-thinking-builds-lasting-market-confidence-with-jonathan-miller/ (00:00) - Introduction to Jonathan Miller and His Journey Into Market Analysis (05:00) - Building Manhattan’s Largest Co-op Sales Database Without a Traditional MLS (10:00) - Independent Market Research and the Predictive Power of Anecdotal Data (15:00) - How Unusual Listings Can Distort an Agent’s View of the Market (20:00) - Manhattan Inventory and the Housing Market’s Post-Pandemic Divide (25:00) - Cash Buyers, Wall Street Wealth, Mortgage Rates, and Manhattan’s Market Outlook (30:00) - Why Inventory Is the Most Important Housing Market Metric (35:00) - Automated Valuations, Zestimate Accuracy, and the Future of Appraisers (40:00) - Why Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Are Moving Toward Automated Appraisals (45:00) - Human Trust, Local Expertise, and What Artificial Intelligence Cannot Replace (50:00) - Housing Notes, Final Resources, and Closing Remarks Contact Jonathan Miller https://housingnotes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmiller/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanjmiller/ https://x.com/jonathanmiller The market will always produce noise, uncertainty, and dramatic predictions, but lasting success belongs to those who slow down, examine the source, follow the evidence, and never forget the human lives behind every decision. Jonathan Miller’s journey proves that knowledge creates confidence, objectivity creates credibility, and genuine connection creates trust that no algorithm can replace. For more conversations that help you build wealth without losing sight of what truly matters, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

July 30, 202635 min

Build Wealth Through Trust, Discipline, and Courage with Salvatore Buscemi

Salvatore Buscemi reveals how disciplined investing, experienced operators, audited numbers, meaningful sponsor capital, and authentic relationships can help investors protect wealth, raise capital, identify stronger opportunities, and build a lasting financial legacy with confidence today. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-through-trust-discipline-and-courage-with-salvatore-buscemi/ (00:00) - Introduction to Salvatore Buscemi and His Journey From Pre-Med to Goldman Sachs (05:00) - Passive Investing and Three Essential Rules for Evaluating Operators (10:00) - Multifamily Risks, Industrial Opportunities, and Understanding IRR (15:00) - Specialized Assets, Capital Calls, and the Power of Raising Capital (20:00) - Deal Fees, Investor Trust, and Building Authentic Relationships (25:00) - Cap Rate Mistakes, Investor Education, and Relationship Capital (30:00) - Essential Business Books, Investor Personalities, and Wealth-Building Networks (35:00) - Salvatore’s Resources, Final Thoughts, and Closing Disclaimer Contact Salvatore Buscemi https://salvatorebuscemi.com/ https://www.facebook.com/salvatore.buscemi.589 https://www.instagram.com/salvatorembuscemi/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/salvatore-buscemi/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00O5IHPTC?ccs_id=52db1a23-52be-434d-9c47-b5b7e6db6d20 The strongest investment is not always the deal offering the biggest projected return. It is often the reputation, knowledge, and relationships built long before the opportunity appears. Keep learning, protect your credibility, choose experienced partners, and never underestimate the wealth-building power of authentic human connection. To discover more conversations that can strengthen your investments, relationships, and quality of life, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

July 28, 202649 min

Build Real-World Wealth One Smart Move at a Time with Mike Azzam

Mike Azzam reveals how disciplined systems, consistent prospecting, turnkey investing, and patient portfolio growth can help agents convert active income into lasting assets, stronger cash flow, greater freedom, and a more resilient financial future ahead. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-real-world-wealth-one-smart-move-at-a-time-with-mike-azzam/ (00:00) - Introduction to Mike Azzam and His Journey from Nursing to Real Estate (05:00) - Why Cleveland Offers Investors Cash Flow, Appreciation, and Scalable Opportunities (10:00) - Distressed Properties, Massive Rehab Costs, and the Evolution of Azzam Turnkey (15:00) - Adapting the BRRRR Strategy to Higher Rates and Building Long-Term Wealth (20:00) - Why Agents Should Invest, Use Tax Advantages, and Stop Chasing Only Home Runs (25:00) - Turnkey Investing, Syndications, and the Truth About Door Count (30:00) - Vertical Integration Through Construction Services, Listings, and Additional Revenue (35:00) - How Construction Knowledge Makes Agents More Valuable to Their Clients (40:00) - Prospecting Consistency, Relationship-Based Follow-Up, and Simple Business Systems (45:00) - Authenticity in the Age of AI, Zero to One, Mike’s Contact Information, and Closing Remarks Mike Azzam’s journey proves that financial freedom is rarely created by chasing one spectacular deal. It is built by taking intelligent action, developing simple systems, investing consistently, and turning today’s income into assets that can support tomorrow’s life. Start with one property, one relationship, or one disciplined habit, then keep building until freedom is no longer a dream but the foundation beneath everything you do. For more conversations that help agents create wealth, purpose, and lasting success, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

July 23, 202631 min

Build Wealth Through Grit, Discipline, Relationships, and Action with Dante Royster

Dante Royster reveals how discipline, relationships, strategic thinking, and consistent action can help investors build lasting wealth, avoid costly mistakes, and create a more confident path toward financial freedom through thoughtful property ownership decisions today. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-through-grit-discipline-relationships-and-action-with-dante-royster/ (00:00) - Introduction to Dante Royster and Lessons From Basketball (05:00) - Michael Jordan, Work Ethic, and Persevering Through the Market Crash (10:00) - Building Confidence Through Self-Education and Commission-Based Work (15:00) - Avoiding Analysis Paralysis and Taking Action as an Investor (20:00) - Evaluating Deals, Establishing Principles, and Earning Repeat Business (25:00) - Consistency, Good Debt, and the Long-Term Power of Homeownership (30:00) - The Ultimate Mortgage Guide, Connecting With Dante, and Final Thoughts (31:19) - Closing Message and Episode Disclaimer Contact Dante Royster https://www.theultimatemortgageguide.com/ https://www.epic.mortgage/ https://www.facebook.com/dante.m.royster/ https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dante-royster-36b80b5/ https://youtube.com/@danteroyster9830⁩ Dante Royster reminds every investor that lasting wealth is not created through hype, perfect timing, or endless preparation. It is built through discipline, meaningful relationships, clear principles, and the courage to take action. Decide where you want to go, prepare yourself for the opportunity, and start building the future you deserve. For more conversations that inspire financial growth and a more fulfilling life, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

July 21, 202645 min

Build the Magnificent Life You Want Through Consistency with Daniel and Tali Kowall

Daniel and Tali Kowall reveal how consistency, shared goals, creative marketing, and courageous investing helped them build a thriving business, protect their marriage, raise three children, and create a more intentional path toward lasting freedom. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-the-magnificent-life-you-want-through-consistency-with-daniel-and-tali-kowall/ (00:00) - Introduction to Daniel and Tali Kowall and Their Calgary Boutique Business (05:00) - Daniel’s Solo Agent Path and Tali’s Leap Into the Family Business (10:00) - Coordinating Clients, Children, and Marriage as Business Partners (15:00) - Weekly Date Nights and the Discipline of Consistent Prospecting (20:00) - Working Backward From Long-Term Goals and Understanding Calgary’s Growth (25:00) - Creative Listing Marketing, Luxury Flips, and Portfolio Diversification (30:00) - Renovation Knowledge, Contractor Lessons, and Plans for Team Growth (35:00) - Staying Lean, Scaling Intentionally, and Building Through Daily Habits (40:00) - Using Leverage, Starting Before You Feel Ready, and Recommended Books (45:00) - Social Media Links, REI Agent Resources, Final Takeaways, and Disclaimer Contact Daniel and Tali Kowall https://www.kboutiquere.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDanielson/ https://www.instagram.com/dk_boutiquerealestate/ https://www.instagram.com/tali_boutiquerealestate/ https://youtube.com/@KowallCalgaryRealtors Daniel and Tali Kowall prove that lasting success is not built through one perfect opportunity. It is built by choosing meaningful goals, protecting the relationships that matter, and doing the small work consistently. Keep moving forward, stay committed to the future you want, and visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl