The Virginia Investor Podcast

Stephen Glover
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  1. EP31:Making the First Move: Connor Townsend’s Blueprint for Starting in Today’s Market

    4D AGO

    EP31:Making the First Move: Connor Townsend’s Blueprint for Starting in Today’s Market

    In this episode, we sit down with Connor Townsend to talk about what it really looks like to start investing in today’s market. While many of our past guests manage massive portfolios, Connor is in the early stages — learning, building his network, doing his first deals, and taking action despite uncertainty. We discuss moving from the learning phase to the action phase, why your first step matters more than perfection, and what it truly takes to begin. Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧 Connect with us:Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #ConnorTownsend #RealEstateInvesting #VirginiaRealEstate #RealEstatePodcast #InvestorMindset #TakeAction DISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.

    1h 25m
  2. EP30:Entrepreneurship Meets Investing- Brandon Besci Builds Businesses and Changes Lives

    FEB 11

    EP30:Entrepreneurship Meets Investing- Brandon Besci Builds Businesses and Changes Lives

    In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Besci, a lifelong entrepreneur who built multiple businesses before going full-time into real estate, raising millions in capital, and specializing in affordable Section 8 housing. Brandon shares his journey from dropping out of VCU to building businesses, and his first Petersburg deals under $50k. He breaks down scaling with BRRRR, private lending, and pivoting to seller-financing, and finally launching Sheltering Village nonprofit to shelter families in crisis. Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧 Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #BrandonBesci #RealEstateInvesting #Section8 #PrivateEquity #VirginiaRealEstate

    1h 2m
  3. EP29:From Corporate Leader to Full-Time Builder: Trevor Persaud’s Journey To Freedom

    FEB 4

    EP29:From Corporate Leader to Full-Time Builder: Trevor Persaud’s Journey To Freedom

    In this episode, we sit down with Trevor Persaud, a real estate investor and builder who successfully navigated the transition from a high-level corporate IT career to full-time entrepreneurship in real estate. Trevor shares his journey from arriving in the U.S. from Guyana to mastering the art of the "side hustle" while managing major data centers. He breaks down his strategic pivot from house flipping to new construction and stockpiling infill lots, explaining why quality over quantity is the key to scaling. We also dive into how he leveraged his corporate background to build a resilient, systems-driven real estate business. Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧 Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #TrevorPersaud #RealEstateInvesting #RVARealEstate #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcast #NewConstruction #FinancialFreedom #CorporateToEntrepreneur #PropertyManagement #RVAInvestors DISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.

    1h 8m
  4. EP28:BRRRR, 1031's, and Scaling a Team In His 20's: How Dillon Dull Built A Large Rental Portfolio

    JAN 28

    EP28:BRRRR, 1031's, and Scaling a Team In His 20's: How Dillon Dull Built A Large Rental Portfolio

    In this episode, we sit down with Dillon Dull, an investor who mastered the "nuts and bolts" of the industry on construction crews long before closing his first deal. Dillon discusses his transition from accounting to full-time investing, his first $20,000 Craigslist find, and why speed is the ultimate profit driver. He also shares how to leverage local banking and why he’s pivoting into self-storage to scale with fewer "human headaches." Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧 Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #DillonDull #RealEstateInvesting #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcast #SelfStorage #PropertyManagement #TriCitiesVA #FinancialFreedom #PortfolioLending DISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.

    1h 13m
  5. EP27:What Most Real Estate Investors Don’t Know About Insurance (This Could Save You Thousands)

    JAN 21

    EP27:What Most Real Estate Investors Don’t Know About Insurance (This Could Save You Thousands)

    In this episode, we sit down with Chris Hall, owner of Halls of Insurance. A Richmond native, and expert in property insurance- known for decades of experience, super fast response time, and a commitment to the client. Chris breaks down the essentials of real estate: protecting your assets when vacant, avoiding pitfalls like aging roofs, asbestos, and dead trees, and vetting contractors to keep your portfolio bulletproof. Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms! 🎧 Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod To learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe to @JoinPeakPM #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #ChrisHall #HallsOfInsurance #StephenGlover #RealEstateInvesting #InsuranceTips #AssetProtection #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcast DISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.

    1h 18m
  6. EP26:From Rock Bottom to Breaking Comps: Betsy Kline’s Relentless Rise in Real Estate

    JAN 14

    EP26:From Rock Bottom to Breaking Comps: Betsy Kline’s Relentless Rise in Real Estate

    In this episode, we sit down with Betsy Kline, the creative powerhouse behind Kline Designs. From sleeping on tile floors with no AC to being featured in The New York Times, Betsy’s journey is a masterclass in grit and vision. Betsy reveals why she doesn’t design houses for everyone—she designs for "raving fans." She shares raw stories about starting with negative $4 in her account, the importance of Richmond's historical character, and the hard truth that you can never "out-design a bad neighborhood." Whether you’re scaling short-term rentals or fighting analysis paralysis, this episode is packed with truth bombs on leadership and high-impact design. Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧 Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #BetsyKline #KlineDesigns #RealEstateInvesting #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcast DISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.

    1h 7m
  7. EP25:From Unlikely to Live to Unlikely to Fail: The Untold Story of Alie Murphy's Rise as an Unstoppable Entrepreneur

    JAN 7

    EP25:From Unlikely to Live to Unlikely to Fail: The Untold Story of Alie Murphy's Rise as an Unstoppable Entrepreneur

    In this episode, we sit down with Alie Murphy, a Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur, and CEO of FinishGreen. Known as a "systems builder" and "Rodeo mom," Alie has mastered the art of running multiple successful companies while living life on the road. From training horses in rural Virginia to overcoming major health challenges, Alie’s journey is one of radical restructuring. She shares the hard-earned lessons from failing "embarrassingly" and how those moments taught her that true freedom isn't just about owning a business — it’s about building the systems and boundaries that keep that business from becoming a prison. Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms! 🎧 Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #AlieMurphy #FinishGreen #StephenGlover #RealEstateInvestor #Entrepreneurship #SystemsAndProcesses #WorkLifeBalance #VirginiaPodcast DISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.

    1h 5m
  8. EP24:Homeless. Pregnant. Running From the Law. How Wendy Coles Rewrote Her Future and Found Success

    12/17/2025

    EP24:Homeless. Pregnant. Running From the Law. How Wendy Coles Rewrote Her Future and Found Success

    In this episode, we sit down with Wendy Coles, a Real Estate Agent, Investor, and Entrepreneur whose story is a testament to resilience and redefining success. Wendy did not enter real estate from a place of comfort or privilege—she fought her way into it, overcoming homelessness, a criminal conviction, and navigating the world as a young mother on the run. In this candid episode, she shares the mindset that allowed her to escape the darkest corners and build a thriving real estate career. Get her powerful perspective on finding freedom and the unmatched drive that comes from fighting for success. 🎧 Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms! Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm #TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #WendyColes #StephenGlover #RealEstateInvestor #Entrepreneurship #Motivation #RVAInvestor #VirginiaPodcast DISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinion shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.

    1h 19m
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  • Creator
    Stephen Glover
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
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    © 2026 Stephen Glover

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