REL Freedom Podcast

Mike Swenson
  • 5.0 (14)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

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. 4d ago

    Mike Swenson - The $300 Billion Real Estate Opportunity

    Roughly $300 billion in multifamily mortgage debt is scheduled to mature in 2026—but does that mean $300 billion worth of distressed apartment buildings are about to hit the market? Not necessarily. It means thousands of property owners are facing a decision: refinance, sell, bring additional capital to the table, or find another creative solution. And when today's financing environment looks very different from when many of these loans were originally made, some interesting opportunities can emerge.  In this episode with podcast host Mike Swenson, we break down what the $300 billion maturity wave really means for real estate investors, where potential distressed opportunities may be hiding, and how investors can find owners who need solutions, not just buyers looking for a bargain. We’ll explore refinancing challenges, creative financing, seller financing, loan assumptions, motivated sellers, and the key question every investor should be asking: What problem can I solve that creates a win-win real estate deal? 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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

  2. Sep 24

    Doug Smith - Secrets of Private Lending

    What does it take to make smart lending decisions and protect capital in the world of private lending and note investing? Doug Smith is the founder of Castle Rock Capital Funding and The Mad Lender, who brings 35 years of commercial and residential lending experience and a deep background in credit and underwriting. Doug shares insights from his career with some of the world's largest banks and explains what investors should understand before putting money into loan-based assets.  Doug also discusses how The Mad Lender works behind the scenes with private lending funds, individual private lenders, and note investors, while providing credit analysis, underwriting, consulting, and portfolio management. If you're already investing in notes or private lending or simply want to better understand how experienced lenders evaluate risk, this conversation offers practical lessons you can use to make more informed investment decisions. 👇Follow: https://themadlender.com/ https://www.mortgagesbycastlerock.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-smith-72948310bbankerdougsmith/ 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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

  3. Sep 17

    Ryan Schuetter - AI & Automation In Your Business

    What if your business could run more efficiently and give you back the freedom you started it for? Ryan Schuetter is an operations expert and AI implementation leader who has helped more than 100 businesses adopt AI and build better systems. Ryan isn't a guru. He's an operator. Through Schuetter Consulting and Schuetter AI, he helps companies turn technology into practical workflows that reduce chaos, improve profitability, and empower teams to work smarter.  Ryan explores why founders become trapped by their businesses, how AI can transform everyday operations, and what it takes to build a company that creates freedom instead of consuming it. Whether you're a real estate entrepreneur, business owner, or investor looking to scale, this conversation offers practical insights to help you take back control of your time and your business. FOLLOW: https://ryanschuetter.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanschuetter/ 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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

  4. Sep 10

    Mor Milo - Real Estate: Bringing Wall Street To Main Street

    What if investing in commercial real estate could be as accessible as buying stocks? Mor Milo is Co-Founder and CEO of Relli, a PropTech platform built to change how everyday investors access commercial real estate. Growing up, Mor watched his immigrant parents build generational wealth one property at a time—and eventually became determined to figure out why that same opportunity remained out of reach for so many people. After several startup ventures, Mor and his co-founder Ross Iannarelli identified a major gap in the market: commercial real estate syndications offered powerful passive-income opportunities, but high barriers to entry and limited access kept most individual investors on the sidelines.  Relli is working to create a two-sided marketplace connecting vetted commercial real estate operators with individual investors, bringing greater selection, transparency, and accessibility to an industry traditionally dominated by wealthy investors and institutions. If you've ever wondered how technology could reshape real estate investing and give everyday investors access to opportunities once reserved for the wealthy, this conversation offers a fascinating look at where the industry may be headed. FOLLOW: https://www.relli.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/investwithrelli/ https://www.instagram.com/InvestWithRelli/ https://www.youtube.com/@InvestWithRelliSUBSCRIBE  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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

  5. Sep 3

    Jullion Cooper - The Overseas Apartment Owner

    Can you build a real estate portfolio in the United States without living here? Jullion Cooper is doing just that. He founded Properties By JMC and is proving that geography doesn’t have to be a barrier to building wealth through real estate. Living and working in countries all over the world, Jullion started by acquiring single-family properties in Michigan for $30,000–$40,000 before deciding it was time to “play a bigger game.” Just nine months later, he closed on a 23-unit apartment community in Lansing, Michigan. Jullion shares how he successfully invests remotely, makes the leap from single-family rentals to multifamily, raises capital through authentic relationships, and uses disciplined due diligence to protect investors. We also dive into the systems and mindset required to manage U.S. real estate from thousands of miles away and why building relationships can be more valuable than simply chasing transactions. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can invest in real estate from another state—or even another country—this episode offers a powerful blueprint for building long-term wealth without being tied to a specific location. FOLLOW: https://propertiesbyjmc.com/invest https://www.facebook.com/jullion.cooper/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jullion-cooper-74981b8/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jullioncooper https://www.instagram.com/jullioncooper/ 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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

  6. Aug 27

    Haydynn Fike - Your Network is Your Net Worth

    What happens when you skip the traditional corporate path, lean into networking, and turn relationships into real estate opportunities? Haydynn Fike is co-founder of Acadia Capital and host of The Art of Connecting Podcast. After graduating from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Haydynn quickly realized the corporate world wasn't for him and began attending every networking event he could find. That decision led to a partnership with Dan, a 74-unit storage facility, and eventually the creation of Acadia Capital. Today, Haydynn has helped investors place more than $7 million into Acadia Capital while building a growing network of real estate investors throughout the Southeast.  Haydynn shares how networking and genuine relationships can create opportunities that aren't found by simply scrolling through property listings. He also talks about flipping two houses in 2024, owning a 74-unit storage facility, building investor communities through the Southeast Best Real Estate Meetup and Chattanooga Owners Club, and the lessons he's learned along the way. From raising capital and finding deals to building relationships and taking action, this conversation is packed with practical insights for anyone looking to grow their real estate investing business and their network. FOLLOW: https://acadialoans.com/ 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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

  7. Aug 20

    Chad Ackerman - Wealth Beyond Your W2

    Can you build meaningful income through real estate without becoming a landlord or adding another job to your already busy schedule? Chad Ackerman is a former corporate HR and compensation executive with more than 25 years of experience who realized his financial future was far too dependent on his W2 income. That realization sent him down the path of passive real estate investing, where he made early mistakes, learned valuable lessons, and eventually co-founded Left Field Investors, one of the largest communities for passive investors, later acquired by BiggerPockets.  Today, through CARE (Chad Ackerman Real Estate), Chad helps busy professionals move from confusion and overwhelm to clarity and confident action as passive real estate investors. He shares what he wishes he knew when he started, how to evaluate passive investment opportunities, avoid common mistakes, and create income streams without dealing with tenants, toilets, or day-to-day property management. If you're a high-performing professional looking to diversify beyond your W2 income and build a path toward greater financial freedom, this episode offers practical insights to help you take your first, or next step into passive real estate investing. FOLLOW: https://chadackermanrealestate.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-ackerman-8089a8a/ 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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

  8. Aug 13

    Rochanne Douglas - The Cracks Didn't Break Me

    What happens when the very experiences that could break you become the foundation for your purpose? rochanne Douglas is an entrepreneur, real estate professional, investor, author, and founder of Loving 2 Learn Child Care Center, a childcare organization that has served children and families for more than 30 years. Her journey includes growing up around addiction and instability, becoming a teenage mother, surviving domestic violence, building successful businesses, raising a family, and navigating tremendous personal and professional challenges. Through it all, faith, perseverance, and an unwavering belief that circumstances do not determine destiny became the foundation for a remarkable life. The conversation also explores her highly publicized Washington, D.C. property rights and squatter case, the lessons adversity has taught her about resilience and leadership, and the story behind her forthcoming memoir, CRACKED: A Memoir of Survival, Faith, and Becoming. From entrepreneurship and real estate to breaking generational cycles, trusting God through uncertainty, and finding purpose in difficult seasons, this episode is an honest and inspiring reminder that our struggles don't have to define us. Sometimes, the very things that crack us open are what allow the light to shine through. FOLLOW: https://www.rsdouglas.net/ https://www.instagram.com/stories/4evermsrochanne/ https://www.tiktok.com/@growwithro_ 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!  📈 https://pinnaclecapitalinvestments.com/   LEARN ABOUT REL FREEDOM & HEAR MORE REAL LIFE STORIES  🎙️ http://www.FreedomThroughRealEstate.com      FREEBIES: DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE FREEDOM FOUNDATION BLUEPRINT  💵 https://www.relfreedom.com/blueprint     SUBSCRIBE TO THE REL FREEDOM PODCAST  🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rel-freedom-podcast/id1535281574 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nXA5hLHbDzRwxypc2wLur?si=uwhs8FjVS_mpUAG2znbBDA&nd=1&dlsi=069fb8d4b74d4cfb   LET'S CONNECT  👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-swenson/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getrelfreedom/  👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relfreedom  👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mswenson13

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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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  • Creator
    Mike Swenson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    353
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 REL Freedom Podcast
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    REL Freedom Podcast

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