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Our mission is to empower real estate professionals, investors, and industry leaders with actionable strategies, expert insights, and proven systems to unlock the full potential of the real estate market.

  1. 6D AGO

    Championships, Cancer & Community: The Joe Andruzzi Story

    What happens when life gives you a challenge bigger than football? In this powerful episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, we sit down with Joe Andruzzi, former 3× Super Bowl Champion and Chief Engagement Officer of the Joe Andruzzi Foundation. Joe shares his story beyond football — from championships and adversity to creating an organization dedicated to helping cancer patients and their families through one of life’s most difficult battles. We discuss the reality of financial toxicity, the importance of community support, and how local businesses, volunteers, and donors can make a real impact. In the second segment, Matt Bates> breaks down the biggest mortgage mistakes smart people make — from waiting too long to buy and believing you need 20% down to taking financial advice from social media instead of professionals. This episode is about resilience, smarter decisions, and building a legacy that lasts beyond success. 💼 Episode Sponsors Annie Mac Mortgage🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law🌐 dellenalaw.com📸 @dellenalaw Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/

    54 min

  2. MAY 12

    Private Wealth Migration Trends Explained | Isabel Quintero

    In Season 3 Episode 17 of the Wealth Architect Podcast, we explore two powerful conversations shaping the future of real estate, wealth, and global opportunity. First, Isabel Quintero, Managing Director at Henley & Partners USA, joins us to discuss private wealth migration trends and why more U.S. citizens are pursuing alternative residency and citizenship opportunities around the world. From global mobility to investment migration and wealth preservation, Isabel shares valuable insight into one of the fastest-growing conversations among high-net-worth individuals. Then, we sit down with Raj Qsar, Principal and Owner of The Boutique Real Estate Group in Orange County, California. Raj shares how he built one of the industry’s most recognizable boutique real estate brands through storytelling, design, marketing, and leadership. Sponsor: AnnieMac Home Mortgage 🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage Melissa D’Ellena | D’Ellena Law Office 🌐 https://www.dellenalaw.com📸 @dellenalaw Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger 🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/

    1h 1m

  3. MAY 5

    What the Most Successful People All Have in Common

    What happens when you learn success directly from the people who’ve already achieved it? In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Julius Pieranunzi, founder of WildWhy Media, shares the powerful lessons he’s learned from interviewing some of the world’s most successful individuals — all before most people even start their careers. We break down the common traits, habits, and mindsets that separate top performers from everyone else. In the second segment, Robert Tait, Team Owner and Global Listing Advisor at Engel & Völkers Denver/Breckenridge, dives into what it really takes to build and scale a high-performing real estate business. From hiring and coaching agents to working with high-net-worth clients, Robert shares why agents must evolve beyond being “local experts” — and what it takes to stay competitive in today’s market. If you want to understand both what success looks like at the highest level and how to build a business that reflects it, this episode delivers. Guest: Julius Pieranunzi Founder, WildWhy Media 🔗 ⁠https://www.wildwhy.com/⁠ Guest: Robert Tait Team Owner | Global Listing Advisor, Engel & Völkers Denver/Breckenridge 🔗 ⁠www.DStreetBrokers.com⁠ Sponsors:  Annie Mac Mortgage annie mac.com⁠ @anniemac_home_mortgage Matt Bates — Movement Mortgage ⁠therimortgageguy.com⁠ Patriot Home Inspections — MikeAuger https://homeinspectorri.com/

    51 min

  4. APR 28

    Success Has a Hidden Partner | Kate Benson

    Success isn’t built alone — but we rarely talk about the person behind it. In this special episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, guest host Walt Buteau steps in for Emilio DiSpirito and sits down with Kate Benson, Luxury Travel Editor and author of Second Fiddle. Kate shares what it truly means to play the “second fiddle” role in a high-performance partnership — the sacrifices, the identity shifts, and how that role can evolve into empowerment, strength, and purpose. This conversation offers a rare look into the personal side of success and what partnership really looks like behind the scenes. In the second segment, we revisit one of our most impactful conversations with Hal Elrod, sharing powerful insights on mindset, resilience, and building a life of intention. Sponsors: Annie Mac Mortgage🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law🌐 dellenalaw.com📸 @dellenalaw Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/

    52 min

  5. APR 21

    How to Invest Without Banks | Jay Conner

    What if you could scale your real estate business without ever relying on a bank? In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Jay Conner, known as “The Private Money Authority,” breaks down how investors raise private money to fund deals, build relationships with lenders, and scale faster without traditional financing. In the second segment, Jeff Swiderski, Branch Manager at Annie Mac Home Mortgage, dives into the good debt vs bad debt debate — and how smart borrowers use leverage to build wealth instead of holding themselves back. If you want to unlock new ways to fund deals and rethink how debt works in your favor, this episode delivers powerful strategies. Episode Sponsors: Annie Mac Mortgage annie-mac.com @anniemac_home_mortgage Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law dellenalaw.com @dellenalaw Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger https://homeinspectorri.com/ Guest: Jay Conner 🔗 https://www.jayconner.com/ Guest: Jeff Swiderski 🔗 https://annie-mac.com/lo/jeffswiderski/

    58 min

  6. APR 14

    The Mistake That Changed Everything | John McNellis

    What’s the one mistake that can shape your entire career — and how do you know who to trust when building wealth? In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, John McNellis, Partner at McNellis Partners and author of Making It in Real Estate: Thriving as a Developer, shares hard-earned lessons from some of his biggest mistakes in real estate — and how those failures became the foundation for long-term success. In the second segment, Kevin Ranker, Partner at Compass San Juan Islands, breaks down how to evaluate and trust your financial and real estate advisors. We discuss the red flags, the right questions to ask, and how to build a team you can rely on when making major investment decisions. If you want to avoid costly mistakes and make smarter partnerships, this episode delivers real-world insight. Guest: John McNellisPartner, McNellis Partners https://www.johnmcnellis.com/ Guest: Kevin RankerPartner, Compass San Juan Islands https://www.compass.com/agents/Kevin-Ranker/Episode Sponsors: Annie Mac Mortgage  annie-mac.com @anniemac_home_mortgage Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger https://homeinspectorri.com/ Ted Topouzis — Attorney at Law taclosinglaw.com

    58 min

  7. APR 7

    The Private Equity Playbook | August Biniaz

    What does it take to scale from single deals to managing millions — and what happens after you acquire high-end properties? In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, August Biniaz, Co-Founder and CIO of CPI Capital, breaks down how to build a real estate private equity firm from the ground up. We cover syndications, raising capital from high-net-worth investors, and understanding real estate cycles through the multifamily clock — giving you a clear roadmap to scale in today’s market. In the second segment, Shane Pina shares the world behind luxury home management. From handling emergencies to building strong vendor relationships, he explains why managing high-end properties is a business most investors overlook — but shouldn’t. If you want to understand both how to scale into larger deals and how to protect high-value assets, this episode delivers. Guest: August Biniaz, Co-Founder & CIO, CPI Capital https://cpicapital.ca/ Guest: Shane Pina, Senior Manager, New Era Property Services 🔗 https://nepsne.com/ 💼 Episode Sponsors: Annie Mac Mortgage🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/ Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law🌐 dellenalaw.com📸 @dellenalaw

    57 min

  8. MAR 31

    He Creates Markets That Don’t Exist | Frank McKinney

    What if you didn’t compete in a market — but created your own? In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Frank McKinney, known as a “real estate artist,” shares how he builds ultra-luxury homes in markets that didn’t exist — and sells them by creating vision, emotion, and demand. We dive into how he identifies opportunity where others see risk, how he crafts a story around every property, and why his deeper purpose goes far beyond real estate.If you want to think bigger, build differently, and separate yourself from the competition, this episode will change your perspective. Guest:Frank McKinney🔗 Website: www.frank-mckinney.com 💼 Episode Sponsors: Annie Mac Mortgage 🌐 annie-mac.com 📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger 🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/ Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law 🌐 dellenalaw.com 📸 @dellenalaw

    48 min
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