Deal Makers Academy Podcast

Deal Makers Academy
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Welcome to the Deal Makers Academy Podcast — where real estate entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders share the strategies, stories, and lessons behind the deals that actually get done. Every week, hosts James Roy and Carlos Gonzalez sit down with Deal Makers from across the country to uncover how they find opportunities, structure deals, raise capital, overcome challenges, build businesses, and turn real estate into real wealth. This isn’t just about theory. We get into the real deals, real numbers, real wins, and real mistakes that can help you become a better investor and entrepreneur. Whether you’re just getting started in real estate or you’re already buying, selling, flipping, wholesaling, renovating, or building a rental portfolio, the Deal Makers Academy Podcast is designed to give you practical insights you can put to work immediately. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Educate. Execute. Elevate. Become a Deal Maker.

Episodes

  1. Sep 18 ·  Video

    How We Flipped a Property in 10 Days | Deal Makers Podcast Ep. 4

    Brandon Florida. 10 Days. One Property. A Whole Lot of Moving Parts. Carlos and James just wrapped up a full property flip in only 10 days, and in this episode, they’re breaking down exactly what it took to make it happen. From the moment they got the property to the final touches, they talk about the planning, people, timelines, decisions, and pressure that go into turning a tired property into a finished product on an aggressive deadline. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. They get into the pitfalls, unexpected problems, things that went wrong, and the decisions that had to be made on the fly to keep the project moving. They also talk about the wins, what worked, where they saved time and money, and what they would do differently next time. If you’ve ever wondered what it actually looks like to take on a real estate renovation and move FAST, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the good, the bad, and everything in between. No highlight reel. Just the real process of getting a project across the finish line in 10 days. In this episode, you’ll learn: The most important aspect of preparing to flip a propertyHow time is your biggest adversary when it comes to fix and flipsThe undeniable benefits of joining a community / mentorship if you're just getting started in real estate investingWhat it takes to keep good contractorsWhat it takes to flip a property in 10 daysHow pricing strategies have shifted due to market conditions=================================================== 📲 Ready to start your investing journey? Deal Makers Academy: https://EnrollDMA.com =================================================== 💻 Deal Makers' Socials: Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/DealMakersMedia Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dealmakersmedia Instagram: https://instagram.com/DealMakersMedia LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/DealMakersMedia TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@DealMakersMedia YouTube: https://youtube.com/@DealMakersMedia   =================================================== 📱 James's Socials: Facebook: https://facebook.com/jamesroybroker Instagram: https://instagram.com/jamesroybroker LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jamesroybroker TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@jamesroybroker YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jamesroybroker Twitter/X: https://x.com/jamesroybroker =================================================== 📱 Carlos's Socials: Instagram: https://instagram.com/cgreacademy TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cgrealestateventures YouTube: https://youtube.com/@cgrealestate =================================================== #RealEstateInvesting #DealMakersPodcast #ShortTermRentals #Airbnb #VacationRentalManagement #AirbnbManagement #RealEstateAgent #PropertyManagement #RentalArbitrage #RealEstatePodcast #TampaRealEstate #FloridaRealEstate #PassiveIncome #TaxAdvantages #RealEstateTaxBenefits #InvestorMindset #HospitalityBusiness #AirbnbTips #VacationRental #RealEstateEntrepreneur #RealEstateEducation #DealMakers #InvestCoreRealty #CashFlow #RealEstateStrategy #PropertyInvestor #HouseFlipping #LongTermRentals #RealEstateAdvice #MilitaryToRealEstate

  2. Sep 11 ·  Video

    Short-Term Rental Secrets: How to Build & Scale an Airbnb Management Business | Deal Makers Podcast Ep. 3

    In Episode 3 of the Deal Makers Podcast, Carlos Gonzalez sits down with military veteran, real estate agent, and short-term rental management expert Andrew Steffens! Andrew breaks down his journey from getting out of the Army Reserve in 2012 to managing over 60 long-term rentals, executing house flips, and ultimately building a successful full-service vacation rental management company in the Tampa Bay area. If you are an investor, real estate agent, or entrepreneur looking to break into the Airbnb space or scale your vacation rental management business, this episode is packed with real-world strategies, common rookie mistakes to avoid, and essential insights into short-term rental tax benefits. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Andrew transitioned from the military into real estate investing & property managementThe early days of rental arbitrage on Florida beach propertiesWhy the "cheap investor mindset" can ruin your short-term rental cash flowThe secret to selecting durable, commercial-grade furnishings that protect your ROIWhy high-earning out-of-state professionals (like doctors and executives) are leveraging short-term rentals for tax advantagesHow to balance real estate investing with hospitality to maintain a 5-star rating=================================================== 📲 Ready to start your investing journey? Deal Makers Academy: https://enrolldma.com =================================================== 💻 Deal Makers' Socials: Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/DealMakersMedia Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/dealmakersmedia Instagram: https://instagram.com/DealMakersMedia LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/DealMakersMedia TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@DealMakersMedia YouTube: https://youtube.com/@DealMakersMedia   =================================================== 📱 James's Socials: Facebook: https://facebook.com/jamesroybroker Instagram: https://instagram.com/jamesroybroker LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jamesroybroker TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@jamesroybroker YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jamesroybroker Twitter/X: https://x.com/jamesroybroker =================================================== 📱 Carlos's Socials: Instagram: https://instagram.com/cgreacademy TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cgrealestateventures YouTube: https://youtube.com/@cgrealestate =================================================== #RealEstateInvesting #DealMakersPodcast #ShortTermRentals #Airbnb #VacationRentalManagement #AirbnbManagement #RealEstateAgent #PropertyManagement #RentalArbitrage #RealEstatePodcast #TampaRealEstate #FloridaRealEstate #PassiveIncome #TaxAdvantages #RealEstateTaxBenefits #InvestorMindset #HospitalityBusiness #AirbnbTips #VacationRental #RealEstateEntrepreneur #RealEstateEducation #DealMakers #InvestCoreRealty #CashFlow #RealEstateStrategy #PropertyInvestor #HouseFlipping #LongTermRentals #RealEstateAdvice #MilitaryToRealEstate

  3. Sep 4 ·  Video

    Creative Deal Structuring Strategies for Real Estate Agents | Deal Makers Podcast Ep. 2

    In Episode 2 of the Deal Makers Podcast, Carlos Gonzalez sits down with his business partner, James, to trace his inspiring journey from earning $8 an hour in a Michigan tool and die plant to building a thriving real estate brokerage and investment business. James opens up about his zero-deal first year as a licensed agent, the critical shift from retail buyers to investor-savvy strategies, and how creative deal structures like assignments, sub-two, and novations changed everything. If you are an agent feeling stuck or an aspiring investor waiting on the sidelines, this episode provides actionable advice on taking the leap, finding the right community, and taking action today. In this episode, you’ll learn: 📌 How James transitioned out of the 2008 auto industry crash into real estate 📌 The biggest reasons new real estate agents fail to close deals in Year 1 📌 Why working with real estate investors accelerates your income 📌 How creative deal structuring helps agents quadruple their commissions 📌 James's personal "Why" and the importance of legacy =================================================== 📲 Ready to start your investing journey? Deal Makers Academy: https://enrolldma.com =================================================== 💻 Deal Makers' Socials: Facebook Page:   / dealmakersmedia  Facebook Group:   / dealmakersmedia  Instagram:   / dealmakersmedia  LinkedIn:   / dealmakersmedia  TikTok:   / dealmakersmedia  YouTube:    / @dealmakersmedia  =================================================== 📱 James's Socials: Facebook:   / jamesroybroker  Instagram:   / jamesroybroker  LinkedIn:   / jamesroybroker  TikTok:   / jamesroybroker  YouTube:    / @jamesroybroker  Twitter/X: https://x.com/jamesroybroker =================================================== 📱 Carlos's Socials: Instagram:   / cgreacademy  TikTok:   / cgrealestateventures  YouTube:    / @cgrealestate  =================================================== #RealEstateInvesting #DealMakersPodcast #RealEstateAgent #HouseFlipping #RealEstateBrokerage #InvestorSavvyAgent #WholesalingRealEstate #CreativeFinancing #FinancialFreedom #RealEstatePodcast #SubTwo #SubjectTo #SubjectToRealEstate #RealEstateEntrepreneur #PropertyInvesting #RealtorLife #RealEstateTips #MindsetAndMotivation #PassiveIncome #RealEstateMentor #RealEstateCommunity #FirstDeal #RealEstateSuccess #AutoCADToRealEstate #FloridaRealEstate #TampaRealEstate #DealMakers #InvestCoreRealty #NoMore9To5 #RealEstateEducation

  4. Aug 28 ·  Video

    How I Built a 500+ House Flipping Empire After Losing Everything in 2008 | Deal Makers Podcast Ep. 1

    Welcome to Episode 1 of the DealMakers Podcast! Hosts James and Carlos Gonzalez sit down for an open, value-packed conversation on surviving market crashes, building wealth through real estate, and mastering modern investment strategies. Carlos shares his full journey—starting at age 18 in bank collections at HSBC, navigating the 2008 housing crash as a mortgage broker, and pivoting during the market bottom to flip over 500 homes. In this episode, we break down: 📌 The 2008 Crash: Lessons learned from inside the subprime mortgage boom. 📌 The BRRRR Strategy: How to Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, and Repeat to recycle capital. 📌 Multifamily & Short-Term Rentals: Scaling an 8-unit property into a $3.5M asset. 📌 Cash vs. Leverage (OPM): Why cash-on-cash return beats using 100% of your own cash. 📌 2026 Market Strategy: How to underwrite conservatively in a softening market. 📌 Beginner Action Steps: How to land your first deal in the next 60–90 days. Tune in for more practical strategies, market insights, and real-world real estate advice every week! =================================================== 📲 Connect With Us: Deal Makers Academy: https://enrolldma.com =================================================== 💻 Deal Makers' Socials: Facebook Page:   / dealmakersmedia  Facebook Group:   / dealmakersmedia  Instagram:   / dealmakersmedia  LinkedIn:   / dealmakersmedia  TikTok:   / dealmakersmedia  YouTube:    / @dealmakersmedia  =================================================== 📱 James's Socials: Facebook:   / jamesroybroker  Instagram:   / jamesroybroker  LinkedIn:   / jamesroybroker  TikTok:   / jamesroybroker  YouTube:    / @jamesroybroker  Twitter/X: https://x.com/jamesroybroker =================================================== 📱 Carlos's Socials: Instagram:   / cgreacademy  TikTok:   / cgrealestateventures  YouTube:    / @cgrealestate  =================================================== #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstatePodcast #DealMakersPodcast #HouseFlipping #BRRRRStrategy #BRRRR #RealEstateInvestor #RealEstateMarket2026 #MortgageBroker #ShortTermRental #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateTips #FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #RealEstateEducation #WholesalingRealEstate #PropertyFlipping #RealEstateMentor #CashFlow #OPM #PrivateMoney #CreativeFinancing #UnderwritingDeals #RealEstateEntrepreneur #RealEstateGrowth #RentalProperties #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateCrash #MarketPivot #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPodcast #RealEstateDevelopment #Section8Housing

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Welcome to the Deal Makers Academy Podcast — where real estate entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders share the strategies, stories, and lessons behind the deals that actually get done. Every week, hosts James Roy and Carlos Gonzalez sit down with Deal Makers from across the country to uncover how they find opportunities, structure deals, raise capital, overcome challenges, build businesses, and turn real estate into real wealth. This isn’t just about theory. We get into the real deals, real numbers, real wins, and real mistakes that can help you become a better investor and entrepreneur. Whether you’re just getting started in real estate or you’re already buying, selling, flipping, wholesaling, renovating, or building a rental portfolio, the Deal Makers Academy Podcast is designed to give you practical insights you can put to work immediately. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Educate. Execute. Elevate. Become a Deal Maker.

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    Deal Makers Academy
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
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