Real Estate Investing School Podcast

Real Estate Investing School
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Real Estate Investing School Podcast

  1. 3D AGO

    How Top Agents Win Deals Without Being Pushy with Debbie DiMaggio

    In this episode, I sit down with Debbie DiMaggio, a top-producing Northern California agent who's been in the game for decades, and we talk about the real difference between being an investor and being an agent. As an investor, you can move fast and get creative, but when you're representing a client and a brokerage, it's a whole different world. Debbie breaks down why disclosure matters so much, why agents have to walk a straight line, and how liability changes everything when you're the "trusted expert" for someone else. We also get into how messy certain markets can be, especially places like California and New York, where tenant laws can turn into a full-blown nightmare if you don't know what you're getting into. Then we go practical. Debbie lays out what actually wins deals in competitive markets, and it's not being aggressive, flashy, or pushy. It's being the agent people want to work with. She talks about building relationships with listing agents before offer day, staying on top of communication, writing clean offers, getting buyers truly pre-approved, and removing friction wherever possible so the deal feels like a guaranteed close. Her mindset is simple but powerful: colleagues, not competitors, because your reputation travels fast in real estate. And at the end of the day, Debbie reminds us why this business matters. You're not just selling houses, you're helping real people move into a better chapter. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram Debbie Dimaggio

    51 min

  2. MAR 16

    How Commercial Real Estate and AI Collide with Brad Andrus

    Texas-based entrepreneur Brad Andrus joins the Real Estate Investing School podcast to unpack his journey from commercial banking to building multiple successful companies across brokerage, development, property management, self-storage, and even AI-powered business services. Brad shares the fascinating story behind his latest project — the revival of Denton's historic Fine Arts Theater — a massive, community-driven redevelopment blending creativity, commerce, and legacy-minded leadership. From navigating historic tax credits to structuring a $10M project that intentionally prioritizes community value over pure profit, Brad reveals what it really takes to bring a forgotten landmark back to life. Brad also opens up about the evolution of his investing career, transitioning from single-family rentals into cash-flowing commercial assets, and how he now leverages AI to streamline decision-making and operations across multiple businesses. He shares the lessons that shaped him — including big mistakes, mindset shifts, and the operational discipline required to scale sustainably. If you're interested in commercial real estate, creative deal structuring, or embracing technology to gain an edge, this episode is packed with wisdom from an operator who truly understands the long game. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram

    54 min

  3. MAR 9

    Why Flippers Lose Money—And How to Avoid It with Matt Lavender

    In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with Matt Lavender, founder and president of New Again Houses, one of the fastest-growing home-flipping franchise systems in the country. What started in a tiny roofing shop in 2008 has grown into a nationwide network of 50+ franchise locations powered by proprietary software, in-house lending, and a model designed to help everyday entrepreneurs flip houses consistently and profitably. Before building this national operation, Matt was a college professor and soccer coach—and he shares how his unconventional background shaped his philosophy on leadership, perseverance, and building a business instead of just flipping a house. Matt breaks down the metrics that actually matter when analyzing deals (including the "risk factor" most investors ignore), why consistent volume is the key to reducing risk, and how partnerships—with contractors, suppliers, and even Lowe's corporate—drive competitive advantage. He also explains why real estate is never passive, how to scale without sacrificing your life, the difference between building a business vs. chasing deals, and why most investors fail without a clear strategy. From franchise insights to hard-earned flipping lessons, this conversation is a masterclass in creating sustainable success—whether you flip 2 houses a year or 30. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram

    58 min

  4. MAR 2

    The "Lazy" Strategy That Actually Works with Melissa Nash

    In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with Melissa Nash—a real estate investor, educator, mother of four, and wealth strategist who built a $5M+ rental portfolio using what she calls The Lazy Investor Method. After losing her business in the 2008 crash, Melissa went searching for a safer, more predictable path to financial freedom. She found it in buy-and-hold real estate—modeling the quiet generational wealth her husband's grandmother built by steadily acquiring rentals over decades. In this conversation, Melissa breaks down the early failures that taught her what not to do, the power of out-of-state investing, and the systems that allowed her to scale past 50+ deals without ever swinging a hammer, managing contractors, or even visiting most properties in person. Melissa also shares how she leverages turnkey teams, vetted property managers, creative lenders, new builds, cash-out refi strategies, and a network she carefully built over ten years to acquire properties with minimal friction—sometimes with as little as $6–7K all-in. From avoiding bad contractors to choosing landlord-friendly markets, from building tax-saving structures to combining appreciation and cash flow strategically, Melissa reveals how everyday people can create freedom through simple, repeatable systems. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by real estate, this episode is a masterclass in how to start small, stay consistent, and build a portfolio that truly supports your life—not the other way around. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram

    54 min

  5. FEB 23

    How to Buy Right, Finance Right, and Manage Right with Gino Barbero

    On this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with multifamily investor, certified money coach, and father of six, Gino Barbero. With 1,800 units and over $350M AUM—all without syndications—Gino breaks down the truth behind building a real estate portfolio the right way. He shares how he went from running a family restaurant to partnering with Jake, buying their first 25-unit deal, scaling thoughtfully, and creating long-term wealth through operations, strong systems, and strategic market selection. Gino also dives deep into the mindset behind money—how childhood beliefs shape financial behaviors, why clarity matters more than motivation, and how understanding your relationship with money creates freedom. From valuation through operations, to avoiding predatory partnerships, to teaching money principles to his own kids, this conversation is packed with real-world lessons, transparency, and timeless wisdom. If you care about building wealth the right way, this episode is a masterclass. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram barbaro360.com jakeandgino.com

    46 min

  6. FEB 16

    The Future of Storage with Joe Downs

    In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with lifelong entrepreneur and self-storage expert Joe Downs, co-founder of The Bellrose Group. With a background spanning securities, mortgages, hospitality, and commercial real estate, Joe has carved out a unique path by targeting niches within the niche—specialized asset types like pro storage, boat & RV storage, industrial outdoor storage (IOS), military car storage, art storage, and more. Joe breaks down how shifting consumer habits, logistics demands, and supply chain pressures have created massive opportunity in these overlooked corners of the storage world—often with far less competition and far higher returns than traditional multifamily or standard self-storage. Joe also shares how raw land can become a cash-flowing asset with minimal overhead, how iOS lots are generating 10–12%+ returns with almost no maintenance, and why technology has made boutique operators more competitive than ever. From understanding zoning and deal flow to structuring developments, finding tenants through land brokers, avoiding overbuilding, and preventing costly operational mistakes ("mind the kitchen"), this episode opens investors' eyes to wealth-building opportunities hiding in plain sight. Whether you're a first-time investor or a seasoned operator looking to diversify, Joe's practical insights and creative strategies will expand how you see real estate forever. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram Joe Down's email: joe@belroseam.com

    44 min

  7. FEB 10

    From 2007 Pain to Portfolio Profit: Rob Marucci's Long-Game Strategy

    In this episode, Joe sits down with Rob Marucci, a Connecticut-based real estate broker, licensed contractor, and long-term investor who started in 2007—right before the crash. Rob shares the hard-earned lessons from buying properties at the worst possible time, bleeding for years, and still coming out ahead by staying in the game. His biggest takeaway is simple but powerful: never buy a property that loses money from day one, and if you want long-term freedom, focus on quality tenants and quality properties instead of chasing complicated strategies. Rob also reveals the "game-changing" program he built through his brokerage and contracting team: a no-upfront-cost home prep service where his company handles repairs, cleanup, and cosmetic upgrades up front, then gets reimbursed at closing—helping sellers avoid the "as-is" trap and capture tens of thousands more in profit. They wrap with a refreshingly simple investing blueprint: buy one self-sufficient property per year for 15 years, let tenants pay down the mortgage, and build a portfolio that creates real options—whether you flip, rent long-term, Airbnb, or pivot as the market changes. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram

    41 min

  8. FEB 2

    Why Commercial Beats Residential with Ben Reinberg

    On this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, Joe Jensen sits down with commercial real estate titan Ben Reinberg—founder and CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies. With more than 30 years of experience, thousands of transactions, and leadership over a 50-person national team, Ben breaks down how he built a true hard asset empire across office, industrial, retail, medical office, and multifamily. From raising his first $2M in his early twenties, to structuring complex commercial deals, to leading one of the nation's top medical office portfolios, Ben pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed in commercial real estate—even if you're starting from zero. Ben also shares the insights behind his new book, Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times, which teaches everyday people how to build, compound, and protect generational wealth. He dives into the steep learning curves of commercial deals, the value of investing with "smart money," how to choose the right niche in your local market, and why medical office assets are his number-one pick for long-term, recession-resistant wealth. From mindset and data protection to deal structure, team building, and avoiding costly mistakes like overleveraging—this episode is a masterclass for anyone wanting to elevate their game from residential to commercial. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram Ben's Instagram

    37 min
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