Relentless Growth Podcast

Chase Calhoun
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🎙️ Relentless Growth Podcast – Build Wealth, Impact Communities, Leave a Legacy Real estate isn’t just about buildings—it’s about building something that lasts. The Relentless Growth Podcast is where business meets purpose. Hosted by Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher, this show is for investors, builders, and visionaries who believe in doing real estate differently. Each week, we share real stories from the front lines of construction, development, and investing—along with practical strategies to grow your portfolio, create lasting community impact, and build generational wealth. Whether you’re

  1. 2d ago

    How to Design Build-to-Rent Homes That Rent Faster & Cost Less

    What makes one rental property stand out from another—even when the floor plans, rents, and locations are similar? In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Callahan and Jack Maher break down the small design decisions that can have a major impact on build-to-rent developments, rental properties, and new construction homes. Chase and Jack discuss how they approach designing and refining projects from both sides of the equation: creating a better experience for the tenant or homeowner while keeping construction costs, maintenance, and long-term operational efficiency in mind. They share real-world examples from their own projects, including build-to-rent townhomes, single-family homes with ADUs, multifamily properties, and spec homes. From wider garages and fenced backyards to storage space, mud benches, trim details, flooring selections, and standardized finishes, they explain why seemingly minor decisions can make a property feel significantly better to the end user. They also dig into the financial side of design. When you're building the same product dozens of times, even a small savings per unit can become meaningful. Chase and Jack discuss standardizing materials, buying in bulk, simplifying framing packages, improving turnover efficiency, and designing repeatable floor plans that can reduce costs without sacrificing quality. In this episode, you'll hear about: How to balance construction cost and design qualityWhy small details can make a home subconsciously feel betterHigh-impact features that can help rental properties stand outDesigning build-to-rent properties around the tenant experienceThe benefits of standardized floor plans and finishesHow standardization can improve purchasing and reduce long-term maintenance costsDesigning rentals for pets, storage, outdoor space, and everyday functionalityWhy repeatable floor plans can outperform one-off custom designsHow standardized units can make pre-leasing and property management easierAvoiding both overbuilding and cutting too many cornersWhy builders should revisit plans before construction beginsWhether you're a real estate investor, developer, home builder, or property manager, this episode offers practical ideas for building properties that are more functional, easier to operate, and more attractive to the people who ultimately live in them. Subscribe to the Relentless Growth Podcast for more conversations about real estate investing, construction, development, property management, and building businesses for long-term growth.

  2. Aug 11

    Why Housing Isn’t Affordable: NIMBYism, Zoning & the Fight for More Housing

    Why is housing getting more expensive—and why is it so difficult to build more of it? In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Jack Maher and Chase Calhoun dive into the real-world challenges developers and builders face when trying to create new housing, redevelop underused property, and bring growth to local communities. Chase shares the story behind an 86-unit build-to-rent development that spent nearly two years facing roadblocks, neighborhood opposition, zoning challenges, and the realities of the entitlement process. Jack and Chase explore the tension between the demand for affordable housing and the growing NIMBY (“Not In My Backyard”) movement that often fights new development at the local level. They discuss why increasing housing supply can help improve affordability, how vocal minorities can influence planning commissions and city councils, and why developers sometimes need to change projects as market conditions evolve. Jack and Chase also break down the importance of property rights, responsible development, local government decision-making, and why residents who support growth need to participate in planning commission and city council meetings—not just those who oppose it. In this episode: Why more housing supply matters for housing affordabilityThe realities of zoning, rezoning, and the entitlement processHow NIMBYism can delay or stop housing developmentChase’s experience developing an 86-unit build-to-rent communityWhy rental demand can change a developer’s original strategyProperty rights vs. neighborhood oppositionThe influence of vocal minorities on local governmentWhy development plans sometimes have to changeThe risks builders and real estate developers takeHow residents can support positive growth in their communitiesWhether you’re a real estate developer, home builder, investor, local official, entrepreneur, or community member, this episode offers an inside look at the challenges behind housing development—and why creating more housing is often much harder than it looks. Relentless Growth Podcast explores entrepreneurship, real estate, construction, leadership, business growth, and the lessons learned from building companies and communities in the real world.

  3. Aug 4

    The Housing Market Is Splitting: Why Luxury Homes Are Selling While Starter Homes Sit

    The housing market isn’t simply hot or cold—it’s becoming increasingly divided. In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher share what they’re seeing firsthand in the Central Arkansas and Nashville real estate markets. Affordable and mid-priced homes are sitting longer, while luxury properties are attracting cash buyers, multiple offers, and bidding wars. They discuss: Why higher interest rates are hurting the middle of the housing marketWhat’s driving demand for luxury and high-end homesHow wealthy buyers and retirees are influencing new constructionWhy remodeling could grow as homeowners hold onto low mortgage ratesWhat today’s buyers want in a new homeHow builders and real estate investors should adapt to shifting demandWhy flexibility and local market knowledge matter more than following national headlinesThe market is changing quickly. Builders, investors, and contractors who pay attention to where people are actually spending money will have the best opportunity to stay ahead.

  4. Jul 28

    New Housing Bill Targets Institutional Investors: What It Means for Real Estate

    A new housing bill is changing how large institutional investors can purchase single-family homes—but will it actually make housing more affordable for first-time buyers? In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher break down the potential impact of the new legislation on institutional buyers, local real estate investors, build-to-rent developers, renters, and homebuyers. They discuss why institutional investors have already slowed their acquisition of scattered-site rental homes, where billions of dollars in capital could move next, and why build-to-rent communities and development opportunities may become even more competitive. Chase and Jack also explore a larger issue facing the housing market: many younger Americans may be financially capable of purchasing a home but are actively choosing to rent instead. That raises an important question—can government policy increase homeownership if consumer preferences are changing? In this episode, you’ll learn: How the housing bill may restrict large institutional buyersWhy some institutional investors are listing homes for saleWhether the legislation will actually help first-time homebuyersHow the bill could affect build-to-rent developmentWhere institutional capital may shift nextWhy affordable homes are still struggling to attract buyersWhat local investors should watch for in their own marketsHow to evaluate properties being sold by large investment firmsWhether you are a real estate investor, developer, builder, property manager, or future homeowner, this conversation will help you better understand how housing policy and institutional capital could reshape the real estate market. Stay informed, watch where the money is moving, and position yourself to take advantage of the opportunities created by a changing market.

  5. Jul 21

    How to Find and Manage Reliable Subcontractors in Construction

    Reliable subcontractors can make a construction business. Unreliable ones can destroy your budget, delay your schedule, and turn a profitable project into a constant headache. In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher share practical lessons from years of hiring and managing subcontractors across new construction, multifamily projects, rental properties, and renovations. They discuss how to find dependable trades, structure payment schedules, verify completed work, control material quality, and build long-term relationships with subcontractors who will prioritize your projects. You’ll learn: Where to find quality subcontractorsWhy the cheapest bid often costs moreHow to avoid paying ahead of completed workWhy fast, consistent payment builds loyaltyHow to keep projects on scheduleWhen supplying materials yourself makes senseHow to help great subcontractors grow with your businessWhy investors should spend more time on-siteWhether you are a general contractor, real estate investor, builder, or homeowner managing a renovation, this episode will help you reduce risk and get better results from your construction crews. Subscribe to the Relentless Growth Podcast for practical conversations about construction, real estate investing, property management, leadership, and growing a successful business.

  6. Jul 14

    Property Management at Scale: How to Manage 750 Rental Units In-House

    Property management can make or break a real estate investment—and bringing it in-house creates an entirely new set of challenges. In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher discuss Jack’s transition from third-party property management to internally managing nearly 750 rental units. They break down the team structure, maintenance systems, leasing processes, rent collections, tenant communication, and KPIs required to operate a large rental portfolio effectively. Chase also shares lessons from managing approximately 150 single-family and small multifamily units, including the added complexity of scattered-site rentals and third-party property management. They cover: • Why speed matters during rental property turnovers• Jack’s goal of completing every unit turn within 10 days• How delayed repairs and approvals increase vacancy costs• Building an effective in-house maintenance team• Why maintenance response times directly affect tenant renewals• Treating tenants like customers• The difference between managing your own properties and managing for outside owners• Using EOS scorecards and property management KPIs• When difficult properties may no longer be worth the management burden Whether you own one rental property or hundreds of units, this episode offers practical lessons for improving operations, reducing vacancies, retaining tenants, and building a more profitable property management system.

  7. Jul 7

    The Real Estate Entrepreneur Mindset: Stress, Self-Talk & Growth

    In this listener-requested episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Jack Maher and Chase Calhoun dive into the psychology of entrepreneurship, real estate investing, and business growth. In a market where interest rates are high, costs are up, and transactions are slower, they discuss why mindset is not just a “nice to have” — it directly impacts how entrepreneurs make decisions, solve problems, and lead their teams. Jack and Chase explore the power of positive thinking, gratitude, and eliminating negative self-talk, while also unpacking how “negative stacking” can make unrelated problems feel bigger than they really are. They also talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, limiting negative media, and being intentional about the information you consume. The conversation also gets into the reality of stress and anxiety in entrepreneurship. Chase shares how stress can be built like a muscle, and Jack explains why pushing yourself into bigger challenges can make previous levels of difficulty feel manageable. Whether you are a real estate investor, builder, business owner, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode will help you think more intentionally about mindset, resilience, leadership, and personal growth.

  8. Jun 30

    Real Estate Asset Protection: LLCs, Workers’ Comp & Insurance Mistakes That Can Cost You

    In this episode of The Relentless Growth Podcast, Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher break down one of the least flashy but most important parts of building wealth in real estate and construction: asset protection and insurance. From deciding when to set up an LLC to understanding how co-mingling funds can weaken your legal protection, they share practical lessons for investors, builders, flippers, and business owners trying to protect what they are building. Chase and Jack also dive into the realities of workers’ comp insurance, general liability coverage, subcontractor requirements, insurance audits, contractor licensing, and property insurance claims. Chase shares a real-world example of a workers’ comp claim that became expensive and stressful because the right protections were not in place, while Jack explains why staying on top of subcontractor insurance paperwork is critical as you scale. Whether you own rental properties, run a construction company, flip houses, or are just starting your real estate investing journey, this conversation will help you think more clearly about LLCs, liability protection, insurance coverage, subcontractor risk, and how to avoid costly mistakes that can wipe out profits.

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🎙️ Relentless Growth Podcast – Build Wealth, Impact Communities, Leave a Legacy Real estate isn’t just about buildings—it’s about building something that lasts. The Relentless Growth Podcast is where business meets purpose. Hosted by Chase Calhoun and Jack Maher, this show is for investors, builders, and visionaries who believe in doing real estate differently. Each week, we share real stories from the front lines of construction, development, and investing—along with practical strategies to grow your portfolio, create lasting community impact, and build generational wealth. Whether you’re

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  • Creator
    Chase Calhoun
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
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    © Chase Calhoun
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