Built For This Show

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Built For This is the show where real-life skills meet real estate success. Hosted by Andrea Lane and Alissa Bickar, we spotlight everyday investors who bring the best of who they are into their rental strategies. Whether you’re managing a few doors or just getting started, you’ll hear real stories, honest struggles, and unique insights from people who are building wealth their way. If you’re a high-earning professional using your edge to grow in real estate — you’re in the right place. 🎧 New episodes weekly 🎤 Want to be a guest? Apply at BuiltForThisShow.com/Guest

  1. 1d ago

    S2E5: From Debris Removal to Real Estate Investing: Building an Unfair Advantage

    From Debris Removal to Real Estate Investing: Building an Unfair Advantage In this episode of Built For This, Alissa Bickar, The Consultress, sits down with Anthony Forque of A&A Debris Removal to explore how growing up around real estate, working in demolition, and running a service business have shaped his path as a real estate investor. Anthony’s real estate journey started early. By eighth grade, he was already helping his parents with their first flip doing floors, demolishing cabinets, and learning firsthand what it takes to transform a property. Today, his experience in junk removal and demolition has become more than just a business. It has given him an unfair advantage as an investor: the ability to walk into properties and recognize problems, renovation needs, and potential issues that other investors may overlook. From century-old buildings and hidden structural problems to a major addition project that required lifting a house and digging out its foundation by hand, Anthony shares what he has learned from being on the front lines of real estate renovations. The conversation also explores his long-term goal of moving beyond single-family flips and building a portfolio of larger multifamily properties while still staying active in the field. In This Episode How Anthony got introduced to real estate at a young age What working alongside his parents taught him about flipping houses Why entrepreneurship and independence attracted him to real estate How demolition and debris removal became his real estate “unfair advantage” The hidden problems investors can discover during renovations Why understanding renovation costs can make or break a deal Anthony's experience with a challenging add-a-level project Lifting a house and digging out a complex foundation by hand Why having the right team can make difficult deals possible Anthony's vision for investing in 10–12+ unit apartment buildings The difference between being active and being “passive” in real estate Building real estate income alongside an active business Why Anthony doesn't see himself ever completely stepping away from the field How investors can connect with A&A Debris Removal Key Takeaway Your existing experience can become your biggest advantage in real estate. Anthony didn't enter investing with only a desire to own properties. He brought years of hands-on experience from demolition and debris removal. That experience allows him to see behind the walls, recognize potential problems, understand what needs to be removed or repaired, and approach renovation projects with a perspective many investors don't have. The bigger lesson? Don't overlook the skills and experience you already possess. Your current business, career, or life experience may be the exact advantage that helps you build your real estate portfolio. Meet Anthony Forque Anthony Forque is the owner of A&A Debris Removal and a real estate investor. His hands-on experience in demolition, junk removal, and property renovations has given him a unique perspective on real estate investing. A&A Debris Removal serves customers throughout parts of New Jersey, Philadelphia, and eastern Pennsylvania, with the ability to travel farther for larger projects. Connect with Anthony and A&A Debris Removal through: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube About Built For This Built For This brings you real conversations with people who are actually doing the work building businesses, investing in real estate, creating wealth, and designing lives around who they are and what they know. Hosted by Alissa Bickar, The Consultress, and Andrea Lane of Own Your Income, the show highlights real people, real deals, real challenges, and the lessons that come from building something of your own. Whether you're a seasoned investor, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply wondering whether you're “built for” entrepreneurship and real estate, this show brings you stories and insights from the front lines. Subscribe & Follow Subscribe to Built For This for more conversations with entrepreneurs and real estate investors who are building businesses, portfolios, and lives on their own terms. #BuiltForThis #AlissaBickar #AndreaLane #AnthonyForku #TheConsultress #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstateInvestor #RealEstateEntrepreneur #HouseFlipping #FixAndFlip #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateEntrepreneurship #PropertyInvesting #RealEstateBusiness #Entrepreneurship #PassiveIncome #CashFlow #WealthBuilding #NewJerseyRealEstate #PhiladelphiaRealEstate #AAndADebrisRemoval

    S2E5: From Debris Removal to Real Estate Investing: Building an Unfair Advantage

  2. Jul 17

    S2E4: From Accidental Investor to Multi-Property Owner: Lessons from Decades in Real Estate with Philip Ganz

    In this episode of Built For This, host Alissa Bickar sits down with long-time real estate investor and mortgage expert Philip Ganz. What began as a necessity-driven purchase at age 21 turned into a decades-long real estate journey spanning multiple markets along the East Coast. Philip shares how he became an “accidental investor,” the lessons he learned from buying, holding, renovating, and managing properties, and why he believes real estate remains one of the most reliable wealth-building vehicles available. He also discusses the importance of systems, technology, teamwork, and adaptability in today's entrepreneurial landscape. Whether you're a new investor, an experienced property owner, or an entrepreneur looking to build long-term wealth, this conversation offers practical insights and encouragement to take action. Key Takeaways Philip purchased his first property at age 21 as a place to live, unintentionally beginning his real estate investing journey. Converting former residences into rental properties can be a powerful entry point into real estate investing. Real estate rewards patience; property values tend to appreciate over time despite short-term market fluctuations. Successful investors focus on long-term outcomes rather than temporary setbacks. Building a strong team is critical for sustainable growth and success. Systems and education can dramatically reduce costly mistakes. Technology has made entrepreneurship and real estate investing more accessible than ever before. Today's investors have access to tools and resources that did not exist even a decade ago. Delegation and leveraging technology can help entrepreneurs reclaim time and increase efficiency. The best time to start pursuing entrepreneurial opportunities is now. Notable Quotes “Everything looks like a good deal over time.” “The teamwork always outperforms individuals, so you've got to find good teammates.” “You're going to pay for education either way. It's better to get that education from a system.” “It's easier to win today than at any point in history.” “The best day is actually today.” Topics Covered Accidental beginnings in real estate investing House hacking and converting primary residences into rentals Property appreciation and long-term investing Renovation and value-add strategies Entrepreneurship and opportunity mindset Building effective teams Leveraging systems and technology Delegation and productivity Mortgage industry insights Creating wealth through real estate About Philip Ganz Philip Ganz is a seasoned real estate investor and mortgage professional with decades of experience acquiring, renovating, financing, and managing residential properties. Based in Florida, he has owned properties across multiple East Coast markets and helps clients navigate the mortgage process through his company, Next Wave Mortgage. Connect with Philip Ganz Website: www.nextwavemortgage.com Instagram: @askthemortgageexpert LinkedIn: Philip Ganz / Ask The Mortgage Expert Final Thought Real estate investing doesn't always begin with a grand plan. Sometimes it starts with buying the only property you can afford. As Philip's journey demonstrates, consistency, patience, continuous learning, and the willingness to take action can transform a single purchase into a long-term wealth-building strategy.

  3. Jun 22

    S2E3: From Wrongful Termination to Real Estate Success

    In this episode, Andrea Lane and Alissa Bickar sit down with real estate wholesaler Luis Guerrero to discuss how a difficult experience in corporate America became the catalyst for his entrepreneurial journey. After being wrongfully terminated from a corporate job, Luis decided he no longer wanted someone else controlling his income or future. That decision led him into the world of real estate wholesaling, where he built a thriving business across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Luis shares how his background in sales and communications became his biggest competitive advantage, why building trust is the foundation of successful wholesaling, and how he has generated substantial profits by identifying opportunities and connecting motivated sellers with buyers. The conversation also explores the differences between wholesaling and long-term rental investing, the importance of owning your income, and Luis's exciting transition into property ownership with the purchase of his first multifamily property. Whether you're considering real estate investing, entrepreneurship, or looking for inspiration to take control of your financial future, this episode is packed with practical insights and motivation. Key Topics Discussed How wrongful termination sparked Luis's entrepreneurial journey Transitioning from corporate employment to real estate investing Why controlling your own income matters The fundamentals of real estate wholesaling Building trust with motivated sellers Using communication skills as a competitive advantage The role of sales in real estate success Scaling a wholesaling business Generating six- and seven-figure opportunities through wholesaling The difference between wholesaling and rental property investing Building long-term wealth through real estate Luis's first multifamily property purchase Memorable Quotes "I didn't want somebody else to have control over my income." "Give me 20 minutes on the phone with a motivated seller and I'll be at their house the next day signing a contract." "Wholesaling isn't just a hobby. If you scale it correctly, it can be a six- to seven-figure business." "There are deals happening every single day." Guest Spotlight Luis Guerrero Luis Guerrero is a real estate wholesaler operating in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Leveraging his background in sales and communications, he has built a successful wholesaling business focused on solving problems for motivated sellers while creating opportunities for investors. Luis is also expanding into buy-and-hold investing and recently acquired his first multifamily property. Connect with Luis: Instagram: @luis_32_guerrero Key Takeaways Adversity can become the foundation for future success. Communication and relationship-building are critical skills in real estate. Wholesaling can be a highly profitable business model when executed properly. Financial freedom begins when you take ownership of your income. Real estate offers multiple paths to wealth, including wholesaling and rental investing. Building long-term assets creates opportunities for passive income and wealth generation. About the Show Built For This highlights real people building wealth through real estate. Each episode features investors, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals sharing their experiences, lessons learned, and the skills that helped them succeed. Interested in being a guest? Visit: BuiltForThisShow.com

    S2E3: From Wrongful Termination to Real Estate Success

  4. Jun 12

    S2E2: The Entrepreneurial Seizure: Building the Business of Real Estate

    🎤 Built For This Show S2E2: The Entrepreneurial Seizure: Building the Business of Real Estate | Built for This Show featuring Mark Abramovich In this episode, co-hosts Alissa Bickar (The Consultress) and Andrea Lane sit down with real estate investor, lender, and company founder Mark Abramovich. Spanning a 20-year journey that started completely "by accident" in a vacation community, Mark breaks down how he transitioned from a career in engineering to full-time real estate investing, leveraging his analytical background to master the numbers and eventually build a thriving lending and property management ecosystem. 📌 Episode Highlights 🚗 The "Accidental" Entry into Real Estate (20 Years Ago!) Mark’s real estate journey didn't start with a grandiose plan; it started with a weekend barbecue at a vacation trailer community in the Pocono Mountains. He and his friends pooled their money, putting down just $5,000 each (a $25,000 total investment) to buy their first trailer rental. The "Stupid" Mistakes Early On: Not knowing that lockboxes existed, Mark spent his early days making brutal 5-hour round trips from Brooklyn to the Poconos just to let renters in and out! 📊 The Power of the Spreadsheet While most investors focus on the physical houses, Mark’s true passion is the numbers. Bringing nearly two decades of engineering and design experience into his investment strategy, he views spreadsheets as his ultimate "superpower." As a lender, his core mission is simple: “Make sure your deal doesn't suck.” Mark helps active investors pull apart their numbers to ensure their fix-and-flips or rental acquisitions are actually profitable before funding them. 🏢 The Challenge of Scaling: Overcoming the "Entrepreneurial Seizure" Citing the classic business book The E-Myth, Mark opens up about the reality of shifting from a skilled technician (an engineer with patents to his name) to a business owner wearing every hat—from head janitor to mailroom clerk. Hiring Philosophy: Mark shares a vital piece of advice he learned from the CEO of one of the largest lending institutions in the country: “Skills you can teach. Evaluate if you want to spend an inordinate amount of time with them.” 🏡 Management is Everything Starting with their own personal portfolio of 9 multi-family properties, Mark and his wife built out robust property management systems to handle multi-family challenges like inter-tenant friction. They eventually expanded to managing hundreds of doors for large-scale investors, learning how to scale systems under extreme workload. Mark’s biggest takeaway: “The biggest decision on owning real estate and where you're going to own it is the management. If you don't have management, we're not having a conversation about owning real estate.” 🚀 Future Plans & Initiatives Cruising Through 2026: Navigating interest rates and market shifts while continuing to refine and scale. Always Capital Broker Program: Expanding their outreach to pay people for business referrals. Capital Investing Done Safely: A dedicated group educating the market on active vs. passive investing (such as private lending, syndications, and note buying). The Ultimate Goal: Working on the business to ultimately figure out how to transition out of daily operations. 🔗 Connect With Our Guest & Hosts Connect with Mark Abramovich: Learn more about lending, property management, and passive investing at AWCnexus.com. Own Your Income 8-Week Intensive: Ready to get advice from someone who has walked the road and built scalable processes? Reach out to Alissa and Andrea at Teams@ownyourincome.co or drop a comment on your streaming platform.

  5. May 13

    S2E1: GET IN for the MONEY, STAY for the PEOPLE

    Reggie Reavis is a real estate investor with 10 years of experience who owns 3 single-family properties in North Carolina and Virginia. He previously did wholesaling but transitioned to focus on the stability of rental properties as market conditions changed. Key Discussion Points Why Reggie Got Into Real Estate: Initially entered for the money and retirement security Stayed because of the people and the excitement of finding opportunities Enjoys the problem-solving aspect and the flexibility real estate provides Professional Background & Skills: Reggie's career spans multiple fields that translate well to real estate, including retail sales, Amway distribution, technology troubleshooting, insurance, and healthcare. All these roles involved problem-solving and helping people, which he applies directly to his real estate business. Real Estate Philosophy: Believes real estate is about mindset and approaching deals with a win-win attitude Emphasizes the importance of networking, crediting Andrea for helping him secure his most profitable property through connections Advocates for using property managers rather than self-managing, calling it "worth the percentage" for the time saved and professional expertise. Property Management Approach: Reggie uses a mixed approach—self-managing one property where the tenant is highly responsible, while using professional management for others. Future Plans: For 2026, Reggie is optimizing his current portfolio and pursuing an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) opportunity with 100% city-based financing. Advice for Investors: Don't try to get rich quick—focus on making efficient, sound business decisions with each step.

    S2E1: GET IN for the MONEY, STAY for the PEOPLE

  6. Jan 23

    Beyond the Accidental Landlord: Kannon Callis on building an intentional real estate business.

    In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Kannon Callis—a software-salesman-turned-property-manager—who shares how he made the leap from tech to real estate and built a purpose-driven investing business. Originally from Texas and now thriving in Boise, Idaho, Kannon shares his journey from accidental landlord to intentional investor and entrepreneur. Kannon opens up about the hard lessons learned from his first flip, the importance of understanding exit strategies, and the mindset shift needed when transitioning from employee to business owner. Hosts Alissa and Andrea dig into how property management became Kannon’s "real estate gateway drug" and why knowing your block—not just your zip code—is key to making smart investment decisions. Listeners will walk away with practical insights on building a real estate portfolio, lessons in scaling a business, and how to turn costly missteps into lifelong learning. If you're navigating your own transition into real estate or entrepreneurship, Kannon’s story is a must-hear.     ------------------------------------------------------- Be A Guest Are you a single family home real estate investor or landlord with insights to share? Apply to be a guest on https://builtforthisshow.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you!

    Beyond the Accidental Landlord: Kannon Callis on building an intentional real estate business.

  7. Jan 22

    From Telecom Executive to Real Estate Resilience

    In this heartfelt and value-packed episode, Brian Biernat shares how two life-altering events led him and his wife Amy to step away from the corporate world and dive into real estate investing—with zero experience. From their early (and costly) missteps to building a diversified portfolio that includes long-term rentals, furnished housing, notes, JVs, and turnkey projects, Brian pulls back the curtain on the real challenges—and wins—of building something real. He also shares the mindset that keeps him going, the skills from telecom that gave him an edge, and how relationships have fueled his success. Whether you’re new to real estate or weathering a tough market, this episode offers timeless insights about pivoting, perseverance, and purpose.     ------------------------------------------------------- Be A Guest Are you a single family home real estate investor or landlord with insights to share? Apply to be a guest on https://builtforthisshow.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you!

    From Telecom Executive to Real Estate Resilience

  8. 12/25/2025

    Amy Brooke on Acquiring 7 Properties in One Year and the Importance of a Financing Strategy

    What does it take to buy seven properties in just one year—while working full-time, parenting a toddler, and managing renovations? This week, Amy Brooke joins us to share how she and her husband scaled their real estate portfolio in Ontario, Canada with grit, strategy, and serious mindset work. Amy talks about her journey from buying her first home at 19 in the UK to diving into Canadian real estate, where she self-manages 20+ units and now ventures into property development. You’ll hear how they used their HELOC to finance deals, the mistakes they learned from fast growth, and why having a financing strategy is absolutely critical. This conversation is packed with insights for new and seasoned investors—especially if you're juggling a full plate. Amy also shares why personal development is key to real estate success and how understanding your core motivators helps you choose the right investing path.   ------------------------------------------------------- Be A Guest Are you a single family home real estate investor or landlord with insights to share? Apply to be a guest on https://builtforthisshow.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you!

    Amy Brooke on Acquiring 7 Properties in One Year and the Importance of a Financing Strategy
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Built For This is the show where real-life skills meet real estate success. Hosted by Andrea Lane and Alissa Bickar, we spotlight everyday investors who bring the best of who they are into their rental strategies. Whether you’re managing a few doors or just getting started, you’ll hear real stories, honest struggles, and unique insights from people who are building wealth their way. If you’re a high-earning professional using your edge to grow in real estate — you’re in the right place. 🎧 New episodes weekly 🎤 Want to be a guest? Apply at BuiltForThisShow.com/Guest

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