Scrubs2Estates Podcast

Ian Duffy
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What’s up, everybody! Welcome to the Scrubs2Estates Podcast—where we help healthcare workers and all 9-to-5ers escape burnout, build wealth, and create financial freedom. Let’s jump in!

  1. 4D AGO

    How I Lost $35,000 in Bali and Why It Was The Best Investment I Ever Made | E37

    In this solo episode of the Scrubs2Estates Podcast, I tell the real story of how I lost $35,000 trying to buy a villa in Bali. No blame. No finger pointing. Just ownership. Every decision that led to it was mine. I break down how the deal unfolded, the decisions I made along the way, and the point where it became clear I should have paused but didn’t. I also talk about what it felt like realizing the money was gone and learning how to sit with that without making excuses. This episode is less about losing money and more about accountability, patience, and taking responsibility when things do not go your way. If you have ever taken a risk that did not work out  If you have ever lost money chasing something you believed in  Or if you are navigating a setback and trying to make sense of it This one is for you. Sometimes the lesson is expensive.  But it moves you forward.

    31 min

  2. JAN 28

    Builder Brian: From the Marines to an 8-Figure Real Estate Portfolio | E38

    Did you know only about 13% of veterans ever use their VA home loan benefit even though it’s one of the most powerful wealth building tools out there? In this episode of the Scrubs2Estates Podcast, I sit down with Brian Koons aka Builder Brian. He’s a Marine veteran who used a single VA loan to completely change his life. In just six years, that first deal turned into a real estate portfolio north of eight figures. But this conversation goes way deeper than numbers. We talk about who Brian was before the military, the identity shift after leaving the Marines, and what actually pushes someone from feeling stuck into taking action. We break down how overseeing 500 plus ADU projects at ADU Geeks gave him a massive edge early on, the role of luck versus preparation, and why value add real estate still wins long term.

    51 min

  3. JAN 19

    Why Most Content Fails: Branding, Attention and ROI w/ Andrew Anwar | E36

    Everyone is making content right now. Everyone has a camera, everyone is posting... and most people are still invisible or burning money on content that doesn’t do anything for their business.  In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Anwar, a videographer, brand strategist, and content growth expert who’s worked with major brands like Nike and helped businesses turn content into real revenue...not just likes and views. This conversation isn’t about going viral. It’s about what people are getting wrong about content today, what used to work but doesn’t anymore, and how branding, marketing, and attention actually connect to sales. We break down what’s working right now, what’s a waste of time and money, and how to think about content if you actually want it to drive business, not just fill your feed.

    46 min

  4. JAN 15

    Don’t Buy Real Estate (Until You Understand This) w/ Josh Messieh |E35

    Most people grow up hearing the same advice: buy a house, build equity, and you’ll be set for life. In this episode, I sit down with Josh Messiah, a real estate investor and operator with 23 years in the game, to explain why that advice is wrong for most people... especially in high-cost markets like Southern California. Josh is known for saying “Don’t Buy Real Estate,” and it’s not clickbait. His point is simple: buying a primary residence is NOT the same thing as investing, and in many cases your home is a liability, not an asset. We break down why most people confuse lifestyle purchases with investments, why cash-flowing rental properties matter more than appreciation, and what Josh has learned from surviving multiple market cycles — including the wins, the losses, and the mistakes no one talks about. This episode isn’t about convincing you to buy property. It’s about understanding whether you should even be in the game...and if you are, how to play it the right way.

    44 min

  5. 12/08/2025

    How Adam Rahrer Quit Corporate America and is Building a Cash-Flowing Empire With RV Parks | E34

    In this episode, I sit down with Adam Rahrer — the guy who walked away from a six-figure corporate job, stopped flying back and forth to China every month, and built a lifestyle around one of the most underrated assets in real estate: RV parks. We break down how he discovered this niche, why RV parks have some of the strongest cash flow and lowest delinquency rates in the entire real estate world, and how he scaled from zero experience to owning parks that outperform traditional rentals with way less headache. We talk about the moment he realized corporate life was done, what it actually takes to run an RV park, and why this asset class might be one of the most slept-on opportunities for new investors looking for cash flow, control, and a simple operational model. If you’re a nurse, a W-2 professional, or someone trying to break out of the rat race and get into real estate with a strategy that actually works — this episode is going to open your eyes.

    55 min

  6. 11/28/2025

    How "Cashflow Alexio" Built a $17M Portfolio and Escaped the Rat Race | E33

    In this episode I sit down with Alexio Barbara aka "Cashflow Alexio" — the guy who straight up broke out of the rat race and built a $17M portfolio that pays him cash flow while he sleeps. We get into how he learned the game from selling commercial real estate to owning 70+ units, creating real freedom through cash flow, and figuring out how to scale and start a family without losing his mind along the way. We talk about mindset, how to build wealth without overcomplicating it, and how Alexio stays grounded when the pressure hits. If you’re a nurse, a W-2 worker, or just someone trying to escape the hamster wheel… this episode is the blueprint.

    1h 6m

  7. 11/25/2025

    Millions Made, Millions Lost, Bitcoin Mining, and Finding Peace Through Faith w/ Colin Yurcisin | E32

    In this episode, I sit down with Colin Yurcisin — someone who’s made millions, lost millions, built multiple businesses, dove into Bitcoin mining, and got smacked with a $500K tax bill that forced him to rethink everything. We break down how he used bonus depreciation to rebuild, the real emotional rollercoaster of winning big and losing bigger, and how he eventually found peace through faith when money alone couldn’t fix the chaos. If you’re an entrepreneur navigating the highs, lows, and heavy identity shifts that come with this game, this episode is going to hit you right in the chest.

    1h 4m

  8. 11/11/2025

    From a $120K Gamble to a 53-Unit Deal: Ian Lally’s Leap into Real Estate Freedom | E31

    In this episode of the Scrubs2Estates Podcast, Ian sits down with Ian Lalley — a former salesman, rock climber, and musician who turned getting fired from multiple jobs into a launchpad for freedom. After putting his entire $120K savings on the line for a six-unit deal that almost fell apart, Ian doubled down instead of backing out. That decision led him to partner with Ranger Real Estate, where he helped scale operations from 100 to 700 units in a year. His story is a masterclass in betting on yourself, creating leverage through relationships, and designing a life that’s truly yours.

    1h 12m
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What’s up, everybody! Welcome to the Scrubs2Estates Podcast—where we help healthcare workers and all 9-to-5ers escape burnout, build wealth, and create financial freedom. Let’s jump in!

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  • Creator
    Ian Duffy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Scrubs2Estates Podcast
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