REL Freedom Podcast

Mike Swenson

Helping people working in all areas of the real estate industry find financial freedom. Join us as we interview the top minds in the industry to see how they used real estate in all ways, shapes and forms to find their own financial freedom. Whether you're a real estate agent, a real estate investor, a real estate syndicator, or you have a business inside of real estate, we want to highlight how you're using it to build time and financial freedom. Want to be a guest on REL Freedom? Contact us at mike@relfreedom.comJoin Our Community at http://AgentInvestorMastermind.comWatch All Of Our Content at http://relfreedom.tv

  1. HACE 21 H

    David Cinelli - Buy Smart. Build Wealth.

    What does it take to stand out in one of the most competitive real estate markets in the world—and actually make it fun to learn about? David Cinelli is one of Canada’s top 1% Realtors®, HGTV co-host, and a trusted advisor with nearly 20 years of experience helping clients navigate the ever-changing real estate landscape. Known for his charisma and clarity, David has a rare ability to break down complex concepts into simple, actionable strategies anyone can understand.  Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or a high-income professional looking to grow your wealth, this conversation is packed with insights you can immediately apply. From behind-the-scenes stories of Toronto’s luxury market to smart, data-driven investing tips, David brings both expertise and real-world perspective to the table. If you’re looking to make smarter real estate decisions—and actually enjoy the process—this episode will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to take action. SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    34 min
  2. 2 ABR

    Tom Dunkel - Wins, Wipeouts, and Million Dollar Lessons

    What does it really take to build an 8-figure business… and survive the crashes along the way? Tom Dunkel is a battle-tested entrepreneur who’s spent nearly 30 years in the trenches of business. He’s built two 8-figure companies, lost six, and raised over $50 million across multiple asset classes. Tom doesn’t just talk about success—he’s lived the full spectrum of wins, setbacks, and hard-earned comebacks.  Now serving as Managing Director of Eagle Capital, Tom helps investors grow their wealth through operator-backed deals, but his true passion is still building businesses from the ground up. From assembling elite teams to turning chaos into clarity, he brings real-world strategy you won’t find in a textbook.  We dive into the lessons failure teaches, what separates good operators from great ones, and how to keep pushing forward when things don’t go as planned. Plus, you’ll hear how Tom balances high-stakes business with life outside the office—as a competitive golfer, rock band frontman, and advocate for causes that matter. If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or someone chasing your next big win, this episode is packed with insights you can actually use. SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    34 min
  3. 26 MAR

    Jay Conner - Raise Millions Without A Bank

    Jay Conner is a seasoned real estate investor who transformed his business by walking away from traditional bank financing and mastering the art of private money. After starting out in 2003 relying on banks—bringing large down payments, paying hefty fees, and signing personal guarantees—Jay found himself stressed and controlled by lenders. Everything changed after the 2008 market crash when his banker cut him off, forcing him to rethink how he funded deals. That turning point led him to develop a powerful, repeatable system for raising private money, allowing him to secure over $2 million in just a few months—starting with a single $250,000 commitment. Today, Jay consistently generates seven-figure profits while working less than 10 hours per week. In this conversation, he breaks down how investors can fund deals without banks, scale with confidence, and create true freedom through real estate. FOLLOW JAY👇 https://www.jayconner.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@raisingprivatemoneyrealestate https://www.jayconner.com/book-details/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-private-money-with-jay-conner/id1377723034 SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    28 min
  4. 19 MAR

    Leo Young - Tesla Sales Star to Mobile Home Park Owner

    Leo Young is the Founder and Managing Partner of Cornell Communities, who has led over $75 million in real estate transactions and built a portfolio of more than 500 manufactured housing units. Leo shares his journey from becoming the #1 regional salesperson at Tesla to launching and scaling his own real estate firm focused on acquiring and turning around affordable housing communities. As a first-generation immigrant shaped by financial scarcity, Leo brings a candid perspective on risk, resilience, and entrepreneurship—opening up about raising capital, rebuilding after burnout, and leading through the challenges of growing a business. This conversation blends mindset and strategy, offering real-world insights on escaping the salary hamster wheel, building long-term wealth through real estate, and creating a life where profit meets purpose. FOLLOW 👇 https://leoyoungrealestate.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-young/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeoYoungRealEstate https://www.instagram.com/leoyoungrealestate https://www.facebook.com/leoyoungre/ tbuzzSUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    30 min
  5. 12 MAR

    Tim Woodbridge - From Scrubs To 25 Mobile Home Parks

    Tim Woodbridge is a mobile home park investor whose journey proves that bold action can completely change the trajectory of your life. After spending years working long shifts as a nurse, Tim had a mindset shift after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad—and instead of just thinking about investing, he took action. Within a year of discovering mobile home parks, and with very little capital, he purchased his first deal. Fast forward just a few years, and he’s built a $45 million mobile home park portfolio spanning more than 1,100 pads, allowing him to retire from nursing and focus full-time on building recession-resistant investments. We dive into why mobile home parks have become one of the most compelling asset classes in real estate, how investors can participate passively, and the strategies he uses to deliver strong returns—including targeting a 2x equity multiple and significant first-year tax savings through cost segregation. We also discuss the bigger mission behind the business: creating affordable housing while helping high-income professionals build wealth and reduce taxes. It’s a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and the impact that real estate investing can have not just on your finances, but on your freedom and your life. FOLLOW TIM👇 https://wcginvestments.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tim.woodbridge.54/ https://www.instagram.com/tim.woodbridge/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-woodbridge-62894855/ https://www.youtube.com/@tim.woodbridge SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    34 min
  6. 5 MAR

    Alex E Edwards - Mortgage Before Marriage

    Alex E. Edwards didn’t wait for permission to succeed — he rewrote the rules. After purchasing his first multifamily property in his early twenties, he went on to build a multimillion-dollar real estate company and become the founder of Thumbprint Realty, now the largest Black-owned brokerage in New England. But Alex’s impact goes far beyond transactions. As a TEDx speaker and author of Mortgage Before Marriage, he’s leading a bold conversation: what if financial freedom should come before marriage — not after?  Through more than 1,200 closed transactions and millions in buyer assistance, Alex has helped turn access into opportunity, especially for single women and first-generation homebuyers who’ve been told to “wait their turn.” In this conversation, we unpack how money stress silently impacts relationships, why equity can strengthen families, and how ownership transforms communities. His mission? Help one million people build legacy before love — because when we change what we own, we change everything that follows. This one will challenge how you think about money, marriage, and what it really means to build wealth. FOLLOW ALEX 👇 https://mortgagebeforemarriage.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@gemdroppodcast https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-e-edwards-2904bb18/ https://www.instagram.com/mortgageb4marriage https://www.tiktok.com/@alexeedwards SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    31 min
  7. 26 FEB

    Mike Cobb - The Overseas Escape Plan

    Mike Cobb, CEO of ECI Developments and author of How To Buy Your Home Overseas & Get It Right The First Time, explores what it really takes to live—and invest—abroad successfully. More than 25 years ago, Mike saw the gap between people dreaming about retiring on a beach and actually making it happen, so he set out to build thoughtfully planned communities across Latin America, including Belize, Nicaragua, and Panama. Since then, he’s helped thousands of expats, investors, and digital nomads turn “someday” into a concrete plan through practical education, on-the-ground Discovery Tours, and real-world development experience. FOLLOW: https://ecidevelopment.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ECIdevelopment https://www.linkedin.com/company/eci-development-ltd./ https://www.youtube.com/ECIDevelopmentLTD SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    32 min
  8. 19 FEB

    Ashley Romiti -The Smart Exit: 1031 Exchanges & DST Investing Explained

    Ashley Romiti serves as Founder and President of GCA1031, who specializes in helping long-term real estate investors navigate the often-overlooked side of investing: the exit. With nearly 15 years in commercial real estate underwriting and advisory, Ashley saw too many retiring landlords and business owners sitting on highly appreciated assets, facing management fatigue and major tax exposure—without fully understanding their options. She breaks down how 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) actually work, how to evaluate risk and income beyond headline returns, and how to transition from active ownership to passive income while preserving capital and deferring taxes. If you’re a seasoned investor thinking about selling, scaling back, or building a smarter long-term wealth plan, this conversation brings clarity to one of the most important (and misunderstood) decisions you’ll make. FOLLOW 👇 https://www.gca1031.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584955381648# https://www.instagram.com/gca1031_1031dstinvesting/?__d=11%2F https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-romiti-dst/ SUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY  ✅ http://relfreedom.tv   GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST!  📈 http://investwithelite.com   PARTNER WITH US ON BIG DEALS!  💵 https://eliteadvantagepropertieshq.com   BUILD YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT CAREER WORKING WITH INVESTORS  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 http://eliteadvantageagent.com   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.relfreedom.com    FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint   LOOKING FOR A REAL ESTATE AGENT ANYWHERE IN THE US? FIND A TOP AGENT IN YOUR COMMUNITY  🏠 http://www.eliteagentreferral.com   JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.facebook.com/groups/relfr...   SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  🎧 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hL...   LET'S CONNECT  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13  👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  🏠 Minnesota Real Estate: https://www.eliteadvantageteam.com

    38 min

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Helping people working in all areas of the real estate industry find financial freedom. Join us as we interview the top minds in the industry to see how they used real estate in all ways, shapes and forms to find their own financial freedom. Whether you're a real estate agent, a real estate investor, a real estate syndicator, or you have a business inside of real estate, we want to highlight how you're using it to build time and financial freedom. Want to be a guest on REL Freedom? Contact us at mike@relfreedom.comJoin Our Community at http://AgentInvestorMastermind.comWatch All Of Our Content at http://relfreedom.tv

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