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INVEST2FI Craig Curelop & Ali Garced
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Real estate is undoubtedly one of the most profitable and thriving industries out there - especially if you are looking to achieve financial independence! It offers a wide variety of ways to invest actively and passively. If you are new to real estate investing and FI, and seek the proper guidance from experts, you are in the right place.
Welcome to Invest2FI, hosted by Craig Curelop and Ali Garced. In this series, we talk with real-life house hackers, real estate (and other!) investors and real people on a mission to become financially independent.
Not everybody enjoys working a 9-5 job. No one wants to be stuck in analysis-paralysis feeling unsure how to finally jump into real estate. We teach you how to exit the rat race and work on living the life you want.
This is the show for beginners and learners who want to achieve financial freedom through real estate. Whether you want to increase your savings, optimize your expenses, or build a prospering income source, we have helpful solutions. We talk all the tips and tricks for making your very first purchase. We discuss how you can build your skills on this initial transaction to close better deals in the future.
This is also a show for techie types who are passionate about crunching numbers and the digital side of operating business and investments. If you are drawn to financial independence, we'll enlighten you with grounded, practical strategies for achieving real estate success.
Each of our guests offers creative and practical strategies to begin a real estate investing career. They break down every single investing tactic you can emulate yourself. Receive essential lessons from their experiences as they open up about their real estate journey. They reflect on the moments when they got lucky or proved their intelligence and offer their fair share of “horror” stories too. Guests embrace their vulnerabilities and speak about challenges and failures, explaining how to overcome or avoid them.
There are no better people to host this podcast than Craig and Ali. They are living testaments of what you should aspire to be in this industry. Achieving financial independence in their twenties, they take pride in their first-hand experiences through every facet of real estate. Craig and Ali are both successful realtors who provide a glimpse of their work to listeners.
Craig specializes in a unique style of real estate investing called house hacking. He literally wrote the book on it: The House Hacking Strategy. This method purchases multi-unit properties and rents them out by portion. Craig is also the lead broker of The FI Team.
Ali separated from her duty as a Special Agent in the Military as a millionaire at 31. She is seasoned at offering advice to those looking to leave a W2 for a career in real estate, financing with VA loans and achieving financial independence through real estate investing.
If you are stuck in an unfulfilling corporate job, let this show bring you far more rewarding opportunities. Craig and Ali are your guides to making a major career shift and becoming part of the exciting world of real estate. Do not feel discouraged by the towering paperwork and complex principles. Equip yourself with the right knowledge and strategies, and you are good to go!
Whether you are starting an active or passive venture, the key in real estate is proper training and a constant desire for growth. Invest2FI fortifies your confidence and provides you with a smooth, clear path to success.
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Invest2Friday: Hello Rent-By-The-Room in Denver
This week Governor Polis signed a bill that eliminated the occupancy limits on the number of unrelated people that can live under one roof in Colorado.
This is HUGE for Colorado investors and those seeking affordable housing.
Tune in to hear about the bill and what this means for the future of investing in Colorado.
Join us for a FREE webinar on April 26th at Noon MST to walk through how to start investing or grow your investment portfolio in light of these changes.
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Episode 184 - Thriving in Uncomfortable Situations and Building Wealth with AJ Osborne
In this episode, AJ Osborne, CEO of Cedar Creek Capital and a prominent figure in self-storage syndication, shares his inspiring journey centered on two themes: mental resilience and making things happen. In 2018, AJ was diagnosed with Guillan Barre Syndrome, and he was faced with a choice: to either accept the life of being “that wheelchair guy” or dig deep mentally to thrive and succeed despite everything.
Six years later, AJ continues to run the fastest-growing self-storage syndication, with a portfolio of over $350M+ in assets. When he found himself in the hospital without a job, AJ’s real estate investments provided the financial safety nets for his family and paved the way for him to keep building his net worth even while in a wheelchair. Through his experiences, our guest today emphasizes the importance of building cash-flowing assets and pursuing a business that will keep growing your net worth even when you’re physically unable to work.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with insecurities or self-doubt; AJ’s profound outlook on confidence, passion, drive, and resilience is refreshingly unique and inspiring. Throughout our conversation, he emphasizes his framework for dealing with problems and learning to thrive in difficult situations. He also shares the secrets to his success in staying productive and accountable.
When it comes to making things happen in your life, AJ shares foolproof advice that might help you finally achieve your dreams! We discuss the importance of collaboration and leveraging time, resources, and, most importantly, connections. In a world that praises the bootstrapped entrepreneur, AJ reminds us that man can never be an island, and success is only gained by leveraging the people and opportunities around us. So tune in for an episode on re-evaluating how you navigate the real estate world and establishing mindset shifts for creating genuine wealth!
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[5:10] How Real Estate Investing Saved His Life
[9:30] Why Real Estate Makes You More Financially Secure Than Any W2 Job
[15:15] The Secret to Success: Digging Deep Mentally
[21:40] His Framework for Dealing with Negative Thoughts and Productivity
[25:30] Why You Should Practice Being Uncomfortable
[28:15] The Power of Asymmetrical Bets
[38:00] The Incredible Earning Power of House Hacking
[44:30] How Real Estate Allowed Aj and His Wife to Build Schools and Create Positive Impact
[51:45] Why Working Alone Never Works
[55:40] Aj’s Roadmap for the Next 5-7 Years
[1:00:20] Best Advice From Aj’s Years of Experience
HOSTS
Craig Curelop
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze
Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/
GUEST
Aj Osborne
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/ajosborne/
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aj-osborne/
💻 Website: https://www.ajosborne.com/ -
Invest2Friday: Real Estate Partnerships
Chad leads this episode off humbly saying he's no expert at partnerships, but he, like many real estate agents who invest, learn the ropes of partnerships to maximize their investments.
Partnerships are a great way to get started in real estate when you don't qualify for a conventional loan - think a 1099 employee like an agent with less than 2 years of tax returns or a college student who wants to jump into a deal before their debt-to-income would allow them.
Tune in to hear the step by step process & reach out to @rocketherealtor for help starting your first partnerships. -
Episode 183 - Raising Millions of Capital for Real Estate Deals With Paul Sparks
Curious to hear what your career could look like five to seven years down the line? In our latest episode, Paul Sparks shares his eye-opening real estate journey. From leaving his W2 sales job to starting a wholesaling business to raising capital for ten-million-dollar deals, Paul began his real estate career in 2017 and has seen incredible success. Join us as he shares the story of his first real estate deal and the early challenges and triumphs that shaped his career.
Throughout the episode, Paul shares the wisdom he gained through experience, such as debunking the idea that cash flow is king. Instead, he emphasizes considering appreciation and tax benefits when evaluating investment opportunities. Moreover, Paul reflects on his life-changing decision to leave his W2 sales job, the power of overcoming mental barriers, and the importance of embracing entrepreneurship to achieve financial independence.
If you’re interested in deal structuring and fundraising, tune in as we talk about practical strategies for raising private money and navigating partnerships in the real estate industry. From his soft offense approach for beginners to his step-by-step guide to securing investment capital, our guest today offers invaluable insights into the dynamics of deal-making and collaboration.
So, if you’re ready to discover your real estate success, this episode can help answer some of your burning questions and shed some light on your next steps. Paul’s journey is another story of how charting your path to success will pay off with determination, optimism, and adaptability.
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[5:40] Beginning of Paul’s Real Estate Career
[8:50] Unpacking His First Real Deal
[12:45] What Are Capital Gains?
[14:10] Why Cashflow Isn’t Everything
[20:10] On Leaving His W2 Sales Job
[25:30] How Overcoming Your Mental Barriers Will Change Everything
[32:41] Paul’s Soft Offense Approach for Beginners
[34:53] Why Pivoting One’s Career Should Be Okay
[40:18] On Shutting Down His Wholesale Business
[43:00] A Step-By-Step Approach to Raising Private Money
[47:00] What Goes First: The Deal or the Money?
[1:00:08] A Glimpse Inside Paul’s Exciting New Business Partnership
[1:02:23] What’s in Store for Paul’s Mastermind?
[1:05:28] Best Advice for Newbies in Real Estate
HOSTS
Craig Curelop
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze
Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/
GUEST
Paul Sparks
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulsparksofficial/
💻 Website: https://www.bunnyhillproperties.com/
🎧 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_5xYIs7_cSgAaGkjH8ugyA
📞 Call with Paul: https://calendly.com/paulsparks
🌳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/paulsparks -
Invest2Friday: NAR Settlement - Old News, New Spin
You've got to be hiding under a rock to not have watched at least one video or listened to one podcast about the NAR settlement. So why should you tune in to hear Craig's take?
Because nothing Craig says here is newsworthy or clickbait-y it's just plain facts and an unemotional opinion.
Tune in if you want the facts & the take from an agent who potentially could be affected the most. -
Episode 182 - Learn How To Find Ideal Private Lenders, Venture Partners, and Real Estate Mentors with Andrew Freed
If you’re worried that making it big in real estate takes too much time, Andrew Freed’s incredible journey shows how your earning potential can skyrocket in three years. As a former project manager turned real estate entrepreneur, Andrew shares how he began taking real estate seriously in 2020. With a determination to build genuine wealth, Andrew dove into learning everything he could online (without paying for any expensive masterclasses!) and sought the help of a mentor, all of which landed him with more than 120 units on his portfolio in just three years.
Tune in as Andrew lets us in on his approaches and mindsets to investing, emphasizing the importance of learning from mentors and investing in oneself. We talk about navigating appraisal disputes, capitalizing on market fears, and making it big in states prioritizing tenants over landlords. To truly scale up your portfolio, Andrew recommends learning how to identify ideal venture partners and connecting with private lenders -- all it takes is knowing how to provide value to others.
With expertise in creative financing, multifamily investing, and house hacking, our guest’s passion for teaching others is a game-changer for people who want to take the leap and gain financial freedom in the next few years. So, if you’re ready to change the trajectory of your financial path, don’t miss out on this chance to learn from Andrew's journey and discover actionable strategies to accelerate your real estate investing goals!
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[5:10] Andrew’s Life-Changing Realization About Net Worth
[10:15] On First Deals and Helocs
[16:00] Managing Appraisal Disputes
[20:00] How Fear in the Market Can Be a Great Indicator to Buy
[22:50] Capitalizing on Appreciation
[26:50] Succeeding in Anti-Landlord States
[30:07] Growing Through Mentorship
[33:05] Finding the Ideal Venture Partner for You
[35:05] How to Land Private Lenders Right Away
[40:10] On Joint Ventures and Syndications
[44:20] The Key to Building a Strong Team
HOSTS
Craig Curelop
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze
Chad Rocke
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadrockerealtorinvestor/
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/da_rock_22/
🏘️ Work with Chad: https://www.thefiteam.com/team/chad-rocke/
GUEST
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/investorfreed
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-freed-msm/
📱Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/afreed2
🗣 Talk to Andrew: https://calendly.com/andrewfreedrealestate
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/andrewfreed
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