Skip the Lines Podcast, with Jonathan Mitchell

Jonathan Mitchell
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  1. 2D AGO

    Stop Overpaying the IRS and Start Building Wealth with Anthony Nicholas

    Send a text What would change in your business if you stopped treating taxes like a once a year chore and started using them as a growth strategy? Anthony Nicholas shares a sharp and honest look at his path from a military household to Mexico, then Kentucky, and eventually San Diego, where he built his place in the tax and advisory world. Anthony explains why bookkeeping is the foundation of everything, why proactive tax planning beats reactive tax filing, how AI is reshaping tax firms, and why entity structure, accrual accounting, and disciplined follow up can transform both profitability and growth.   Chapters 00:00 Anthony’s background from Camp Pendleton to Mexico to Kentucky 02:18 From mortgage success to getting humbled in advisory 06:23 How Global Tax 360 evolved and why AI is changing tax firms 11:18 Proactive tax strategy, entity structure, and the bookkeeping reality 31:57 Accrual accounting, leverage, and the jump into investing 38:09 Networking, personal growth, and building a business that scales   Quotes: “When you have to actually learn how to fish, go find the pond where to fish, but then you also have to learn how to skin it, gut it.” ~ Anthony Nicholas “The firms that are learning how to use technology, they’re going to be the ones that expand.” ~ Anthony Nicholas “Good bookkeeping is the most important thing for this.” ~ Anthony Nicholas “I want to phase out. I want to become a business owner. I’m tired of being self-employed.” ~ Anthony Nicholas   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”   FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Connect with Anthony Nicholas! Instagram: www.instagram.com/anthony_gtax360 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-nicholas-2434361ba/    📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals.com Business Inquiries: jonathan@adupals.com Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    53 min

  2. MAR 10

    Advice That Could Save You Years in Business and Life ~ Skip The Lines ICYMI

    Send a text What would you tell your younger self if you only had a few minutes to share the lessons that matter most? Eric Gallagher, John Laine, Ben Kogut, and John Minerick each share the advice they would give their younger selves to move faster in business and life. Eric Gallagher focuses on finding your highest and best use, building confidence, and being fully present with family and clients. John Laine explains the purpose behind Skip the Lines and argues that mentorship is the fastest way to compress the learning curve and create success. Ben Kogut brings an energetic message about gratitude, resilience, honesty, and surrounding yourself with the right people, while John Minerick talks about choosing aligned partnerships, focusing on revenue first, and using AI as leverage in entrepreneurship.   Chapters 00:00 Eric Gallagher on highest value confidence and presence 02:09 Why Skip the Lines exists and who it is for 04:03 John Laine on mentorship and lifelong learning 07:02 Ben Kogut on gratitude resilience and strong circles 08:59 John Minerick on partnerships market shifts and alignment 12:26 John Minerick on making money first and using AI   Quotes: “Find your highest and best use and then do that.” ~ Eric Gallagher “Mentorship. That’s the fastest way I know to skip the line.” ~ John Laine  “Worry about making money immediately.” ~ Jon Minerick “Do express gratitude in everything that you do in your life.” ~ Ben Kogut   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”   FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Watch the Fulle Episodes here! Eric Gallagher: https://youtu.be/P0bRxVpiNgw  John Laine: https://youtu.be/qVKARTAfe78  Ben Kogut: https://youtu.be/HveA0ruF97k  John Minerick: https://youtu.be/Emjl1pBvFEw    📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals.com Business Inquiries: jonathan@adupals.com Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    15 min

  3. MAR 2

    Jon Minerick One App Could Replace Agents, Lenders, Title, & Portals

    Send a text Jon Minerick is the CEO and founder of HomeCoin, a software driven real estate brokerage model that helps sellers list on the MLS without the traditional full-service bundle. He joins host Jonathan Mitchell on Skip the Lines to break down how HomeCoin unbundles the listing process, why many of their customers are investors and repeat sellers, and how the company scaled licensing across dozens of states by treating real estate like a product and operations problem.  The conversation also goes deep on AI, cost pressure, and why vertical integration is accelerating across real estate, lending, title, and portals. Jon explains how they use AI for practical wins like customer support and smarter guidance during pricing and disclosures. Subscribe to Skip the Lines, follow Jon Minerick on LinkedIn, and check out homecoin.com if you want to see how a flat fee MLS listing workflow works end to end. Chapters 00:00 Jon Minerick background and the HomeCoin mission  12:30 Flat fee MLS model and scaling to many states  27:21 AI as a practical tool inside a real estate platform  34:26 Vertical integration and the future of the agent role  44:24 Market lens for 2026 and trust in AI  55:58 Focus round and partnership playbook   Quotes: “Don’t be the first one up the hill. That’s the guy that got all the arrows in his back.” ~ Jon Minerick  “Software sort of crossed the chasm into the mainstream this year, is my belief.” ~ Jon Minerick   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast” FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Connect with Ben Kogut! Website: https://roosterequity.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benkogut  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benkogut/   📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals.com Business Inquiries: jonathan@adupals.com Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    1h 7m

  4. FEB 23

    Ben Kogut Raised 115 Million Without Multifamily and Here’s Why It Worked

    Send a text If your next investment had to protect your principal first and chase returns second, what would you choose and why? Ben Kogut is the founder of Rooster Equity and a longtime triple net commercial real estate operator who has raised over 115 million from more than 300 investors. He joins host Jonathan Mitchell on Skip the Lines to share how he went from triple net brokerage to becoming a full-time capital raiser and sponsor, leaning heavily on mentorship, disciplined underwriting, and a simple principle of protecting investor capital first. Ben breaks down triple net investing in plain English, including how his team manages assets remotely with local property managers while keeping financial oversight in house. He also talks through market shifts, why some multifamily operators are under pressure, and how he evaluates tenants and locations with tools like Placer.  Subscribe to Skip the Lines and connect with Ben Kogut on LinkedIn to learn more about triple net investing and Rooster Equity opportunities!   Chapters 00:00 Rooster Equity origin 05:45 506C fund playbook 11:30 Triple net basics 17:40 Remote asset systems 23:50 Placer data underwriting 30:20 Texas childcare and lessons   Quotes: “Numbers never really intimidated me I just have always wanted to think big.” ~ Ben Kogut  “Return of capital is more important than return on capital.” ~ Ben Kogut  “It’s better to copy genius than create mediocrity.” ~ Ben Kogut  “Express gratitude in everything that you do in your life.” ~ Ben Kogut   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”   FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Connect with Ben Kogut! Website: https://roosterequity.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benkogut  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benkogut/   📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals.com Business Inquiries: jonathan@adupals.com Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    36 min

  5. FEB 17

    He Bought a 10 Unit Building for 750000 Then Turned It Into 3 Million

    Send a text If housing insecurity does not care how someone voted, why do our solutions still get trapped in red versus blue arguments? John Laine is a longtime real estate operator and housing problem solver based in the Pacific Northwest who now leads the Starter Home Fund, a model built to expand affordable homeownership by partnering with mission driven nonprofits. John focuses on practical systems that turn existing underused housing stock into attainable starter homes for working families. In this episode, John breaks down how the fund acquires older nonprofit owned properties with heavy deferred maintenance at deep discounts, renovates and converts them into condos, and sells to buyers around 80 percent area median income while coordinating tenant rehousing through nonprofit partners. Subscribe to Skip the Lines and share this episode with one nonprofit leader and one real estate operator you trust!   Chapters 00:00 Welcome and why West Coast investing gets misunderstood 02:29 Urban growth boundaries and why ADUs and condo conversions thrive 07:13 Johns path to Portland and decades of deal experience 17:02 The Starter Home Fund model explained condo conversions for 80 percent AMI buyers 31:00 Scaling to 10,000 homeowners through operator partnerships across cities 50:15 How to reach John how the fund raises and why mentorship matters   Quotes: “I think that the housing affordability crisis is an American problem and not a red or blue state problem.” ~ John Laine Mentorship is, that’s the fastest way I know to skip the line.” ~ John Laine   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”   FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Connect with John Laine! Website: https://starterhome.fund/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-condo-fund Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starterhomefund/  📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals. Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    1h 2m

  6. FEB 9

    Why Only 500 Out of 44,000 CPA Firms Scale ~ Inside the Top 1%

    Send a text What if the thing holding your career back… is your face? Eric Gallager, audit partner at one of the nation’s top 20 CPA firms, Withum. Eric shares his unconventional journey from working in a car parts store to becoming a key figure in one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the U.S. His story is one of grit, humility, and evolution—from choosing accounting over auto mechanics to navigating mergers, building culture, and embracing AI in a rapidly shifting landscape. Gallager goes beyond balance sheets to discuss business philosophies, personal setbacks (including an unexpected confrontation about his “RBF”), and how human connection and humility remain central to success. If you’re an aspiring professional, entrepreneur, or anyone curious about scaling trust in the service economy, this is a must-listen. If Eric’s story inspired you, share this episode with a friend who needs to hear that it's never too late to pivot. Follow the podcast, leave a review, and reach out to Eric Gallager or Withum for professional CPA services.   Chapters 00:00 Intro and Industry Scope  03:12 Eric’s Unlikely Career Path  07:21 Climbing the CPA Ladder  13:12 Mergers and AI Disruption  20:01 Lessons in Humility and Growth  35:01 Business Strategy and Life Advice   Quotes: “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” ~ Eric Gallager “If you’re good at trading horses, you’ll probably be great at selling cars.” ~ Eric Gallager   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”   FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Connect with Eric Gallager! Website: https://www.withum.com/our-people/eric-gallagher/   📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals.com Business Inquiries: jonathan@adupals.com      #SkipTheLines #Entrepreneurship #CPA #AccountingLife #AuditPartner #AIinBusiness #LeadershipLessons #BusinessGrowth #CareerJourney #SkipTheLines #LifeMantras #FaithInBusiness #Withum Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    54 min

  7. FEB 2

    He Closed 84 Deals in One Year Without Buying Leads ~ How Mike Blair Built a Real Estate Empire From Scratch in San Diego

    Send a text Would you trade lives with your boss, and if not, why are you working to become them? Mike Blair, a San Diego native, seasoned real estate broker, and leader at LPT Realty. Known for his sharp communication, deep industry insight, and commitment to team development, Mike also runs one of the largest real estate meetups in the city. He brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial experience, having launched businesses in branding and apparel before entering the real estate world. Mike shares how he was recruited into real estate after years of managing teams and consulting on branding for celebrity and corporate clients. His leadership approach focuses on sharpening skillsets rather than spoon-feeding leads, setting a powerful standard in the real estate space. Follow Mike Blair on Instagram, join the “Margaritas and Mingle” networking event on the last Thursday of each month at Hideaway in San Diego, and if you’re an agent looking to scale without being spoon-fed — this is your guy.   Chapters 00:00 From South Bay to Broker: Mike's Early Journey  06:46 Real Estate Foundations and Keller Williams Years  14:31 Volume, Value, and Building a Scalable Team  21:13 Mindset, Mentorship, and the Power of Masterminds  28:51 Market Talk, Investments, and Flip Fails  38:21 Networking, Meetups, and Skip the Line Hacks   Quotes: “I don’t buy leads. I build entrepreneurs.” ~ Mike Blair “Are you doing this to get closer to your goal — or just to have more stuff?” ~ Mike Blair   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”   FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Connect with Mike Williams! Website: https://mikeblairrealty.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeblairealty/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeblairrealty/    📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals.com Business Inquiries: jonathan@adupals.com Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    43 min

  8. JAN 26

    What Every Real Estate Agent Gets Wrong According to Mike Williams

    Send a text What if your greatest edge in real estate isn’t how well you can sell, but how well you understand debt? Mike Williams is a top producing real estate agent with Keller Williams, a former mortgage lender, and a lifelong San Diegan with decades of experience across lending, real estate, and even the golf industry. In this episode of the Lines Podcast, Mike opens up about his journey from growing up in a Marine family and living in Rome to breaking into lending and eventually becoming a full-time real estate agent. He explains why understanding financing is essential for every agent, how to adapt to changing markets, and how trust and consistency drive referrals and long-term success. Are you a real estate professional looking to level up your game? Chapters 00:00 Mike Williams Early Life and Military Upbringing  04:45 Getting Into Lending and Learning the Mortgage Industry  11:59 Golf, Sales, and Startup Experience  20:47 Transition Into Real Estate and Building a Career  32:50 Navigating Market Shifts and Working with Clients  47:00 San Diego Forecast, Referrals, and Long-Term Strategy Quotes: “If you can’t understand the debt side, you’re missing half the picture.” ~ Mike Williams “Sales is just solving problems, if you do it right, people come back.” ~ Mike Williams “Top of mind means being in their lives, even when they’re not buying or selling.” ~ Mike Williams “You’ll run out of money before you run out of time, be ready for the pain.” ~ Mike Williams   Enjoyed the show?  Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast”   FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod   📢 Connect with Mike Williams! Website: https://mikewilliamsre.com  LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/mikewilliamsre Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/MikeWilliamsFamily/    📢 Connect with me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410b TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre  Twitter (X): https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmitchellre ADU PALS: https://adupals.com Business Inquiries: jonathan@adupals.com Support the show Enjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN

    1h 22m
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