The Big Picture Blueprint: Navigating Land, Real Estate, and Business Success

Dan Haberkost & Mason McDonald
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The Big Picture Blueprint: Navigating Land, Real Estate, and Business Success

Join Mason McDonald and Dan Haberkost, two full-time real estate investors that have unlocked financial and geographical independence, as they break down specific tactics and strategies to help you grow your business & increase profitability. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, an employee eyeing passive investment, or simply trying to escape the rat race, you'll walk away with tactical tips and tricks that you can apply immediately. By interviewing top minds in a multitude of industries & niches, Mason and Dan will provide you a roadmap to wealth creation, business success, and an improved lifestyle. Tune in for your blueprint to success!

  1. How to Remain Calm When Business is Hard

    4D AGO

    How to Remain Calm When Business is Hard

    What do you do when everything goes wrong in business? When deals fall through, cash flow dries up, and nothing seems to work, what do you actually do? In this episode, Dan and Mason get brutally honest about the setbacks they’ve faced in their land businesses. From contracts collapsing to cash flow chaos, they share what it really looks like to weather a rough patch—and how to come out stronger on the other side. You’ll hear the real story behind losing 10 escrows in 60 days, what reserves and rental income did to keep things afloat, and how being ultra-conservative with underwriting saved them from worse outcomes. They also dig into the deeper mindset shifts: letting go of broken systems, cutting unnecessary expenses, and making smarter bets with lower risk and higher upside. This isn’t about theory, it’s battle-tested experience on surviving the hard seasons of entrepreneurship. Tune in now to hear how Dan and Mason navigate failure, rethink strategy, and keep moving forward when most would quit! === Key Topics: -How to handle multiple deals falling through -Why consistent income and reserves matter -Lessons from bad underwriting and investor risks -Adapting to market shifts and broken systems -Cutting time and expenses that don’t move the needle === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    41 min
  2. Mastering Industrial Outdoor Storage with Blake Rodgers

    JUL 7

    Mastering Industrial Outdoor Storage with Blake Rodgers

    In this episode, we sit down with Blake Rogers, former industrial broker turned founder of SteelPeak, to unpack one of the most overlooked asset classes in commercial real estate today: industrial outdoor storage (IOS). From brokering deals at JLL to launching a firm that’s already acquired ten IOS sites in less than two years, Blake breaks down how he’s scaling in a fragmented market that institutional investors long ignored. We explore what IOS actually is, why the demand is surging despite regulatory pushback, and how Blake spots underperforming industrial properties and turns them into valuable, lease-ready assets. He explains why most educational programs don’t prepare you for this game and why having been a broker first gave him a huge edge in knowing where to find deals, how to talk to owners, and when to take calculated risks. Tune in if you’re curious about how to capitalize on misunderstood real estate niches, structure value-add deals, and build a lean but high-performing team without starting from scratch. Key Topics: -Why industrial outdoor storage is the most ignored $250B+ asset class -What makes IOS recession-resilient—and how Blake defines it -The broker-to-principal mindset shift most investors overlook -Why most “value-add” deals start with tired owners, not tired buildings -The secret to scaling fast without owning in-house teams === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint Connect With Blake Rodgers: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/blakerodgers === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    46 min
  3. Craig Curelop Returns: Why He's Doubling Down on What Already Works

    JUN 30

    Craig Curelop Returns: Why He's Doubling Down on What Already Works

    In this episode, we sit down with Craig Curelop, founder, investor, and co-living innovator, to unpack one of the most recession-proof rental strategies in real estate today. From his first house hack in 2018 to building a scalable, systemized co-living portfolio, Craig shares how he turned single-family homes into high-yield assets, earning $1,000 to $3,000 in monthly cash flow per property. We explore the myths around timing the market, why waiting often costs more than acting, and how Craig’s unique approach is bringing affordability back to housing. He reveals what makes co-living work at scale, how his team built culture-first management systems, and why conflict resolution, not just ROI, is the secret to long-term tenant retention. We also dive into market selection, the realities of no-money-down deals, and why building trust and partnerships changed everything for Craig. Tune in if you want to invest smarter, learn a repeatable strategy that works in any cycle, and hear from someone who’s quietly turning 10-bedroom houses into long-term wealth without flipping, rehabbing, or chasing shiny objects. Key Topics: -Why Craig believes now is the best time to buy real estate -How co-living creates $1K–$3K/month in real cash flow -Conflict resolution systems that keep 10-person households running smoothly -Building a culture-first property management company -Why "no money down" deals are often myths—and what really works === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint Connect With Craig Curelop: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/craig-curelop-a6457242 === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    46 min

  4. JUN 23

    In Progress: Our Plan to Reach $10 Million a Year

    What if the blueprint to a multi-million dollar company didn’t start with outside capital but with flipping one simple piece of land? In this episode, Dan and Mason strip it all back and walk through what it actually takes to build a $10 million-a-year business in land flipping. From losing $40K on a deal to building strategic partnerships and revenue stacks, they share personal updates and lay out the exact model they’re testing right now. You’ll hear how they plan to move from simple flips to large-scale land development, how much capital you really need to start, and why hiring slow and learning sales in-house might be the most important early moves. They get real about setbacks, execution challenges, and why clarity of model rather than chasing too many strategies—is the foundation of scale. Tune in to hear the unfiltered truth behind starting with $30K in the bank, stacking revenue streams, and whether building a $10M land business is just a dream or something you can actually do if you start right now! === Key Topics: -Starting with basic land flips to build experience and credibility -The real capital needed to quit your job and go all-in -Hiring the first few roles that matter most in land flipping -Building multiple income streams from flips, subdivisions, and construction -Why execution and focus matter more than a perfect plan === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    49 min
  5. Unfiltered: Mason & Dan Discuss Current Projects, Wins, and Challenges

    JUN 16

    Unfiltered: Mason & Dan Discuss Current Projects, Wins, and Challenges

    What If Your Passive Income Plan Could Actually Work? What if the secret to lasting wealth isn’t about getting rich fast but stacking the right pieces slowly, deliberately, and in sync? In this episode, Dan and Mason get real about what’s happening behind the scenes in their businesses right now. No filters. No fluff. Just the actual deals, wins, losses, and hard lessons they’re navigating. From structuring owner financing deals to letting team members go, to building note portfolios that pay for life. You’ll hear the raw numbers behind passive income through seller-financed land deals, the truth about hiring and firing as a founder, and how smart pricing strategies and stacking income streams can create real long-term safety. They dive into buying gold mines in Alaska, subdividing land in Colorado, and juggling realtor work, rental properties, and flips, all while trying to build something sustainable. Tune in to hear how two real estate entrepreneurs are shifting their mindset from chasing quick wins to building real, compounding wealth and why you probably should too. === Key Topics: -Stacking income through seller-financed land deals -Real talk on hiring and firing team members -Building a note portfolio for long-term passive income -Pricing strategy and flipping land for consistent returns -Balancing active income with long-term wealth planning === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    54 min
  6. To License or Not To License: A Real Estate Investor's Dilemma

    JUN 9

    To License or Not To License: A Real Estate Investor's Dilemma

    Should You Become a Licensed Real Estate Agent If You're Already an Investor? In this episode, Mason McDonald and Dan Haberkost go head-to-head on whether becoming a licensed agent adds real value to your investing business or just piles on paperwork and liability. Mason just got his license and is betting big on building a scalable, vertically integrated land brokerage. Dan? He’s not buying it (literally). They break down the pros and cons. Like saving on commissions, gaining deal flow, dealing with disclosures, and how agents are (often) the weakest link in the chain. You’ll also hear about how the third wave of land investing is shifting, and why controlling your listings, media, and marketing may be the unfair advantage most investors overlook. Whether you’re an investor curious about becoming an agent or a realtor trying to scale smarter, this one’s packed with real talk, real numbers, and hard-earned wisdom! 🎧 Don’t miss this debate-driven episode of The Big Picture Blueprint. It’s brutally honest, kind of hilarious, and ridiculously relevant. === Key Topics: -Becoming a licensed agent as an investor -Trade-offs between commissions and time -Vertical integration and business scalability -Real estate disclosures and legal risks -Generating deals through dual marketing strategies === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    42 min
  7. From Riches to Rags and Back: Paul Moore's Journey Through Success and Failure

    JUN 2

    From Riches to Rags and Back: Paul Moore's Journey Through Success and Failure

    In this episode, We sit down with Paul Moore, Founder at Wellings Capital, to map out his full journey—from Ford Motor Company engineer to flipping homes, to building one of the most respected names in commercial real estate. Paul opens up about the challenges of overpaying, the dangers of shiny object syndrome, and why long-term thinking beats chasing quick wins every time. We go deep into what makes an operator trustworthy, why the top 10% of deals matter most, and how Paul’s team is finding value in places others overlook—like self-storage, RV parks, and mobile home communities. Paul also breaks down real deals, real risks, and how he learned to say no to bad opportunities so he could say yes to the right ones. Tune in if you’re ready to think bigger, invest smarter, and build real wealth by learning from someone who’s seen it all—mistakes, pivots, and all the wins in between. === Key Topics: -Paul Moore’s career journey and pivot to real estate -Challenges and lessons in multifamily investing -Diversifying across commercial asset classes -Value-add strategies in self-storage and mobile home parks -Long-term mindset and avoiding costly investment mistakes === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint Connect With Paul Moore: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paul-moore-3255924 Websites: wellingscapital.com (Company) biggerpockets.com/blog/contributors/paulmoore (Blog) facebook.com/wellingscapital (Facebook) === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    49 min

  8. MAY 26

    Listener Questions: From Capital to Closings—Your Toughest Topics Covered

    Is land flipping getting too crowded? Or is it just changing? In this no-guest, all-value episode of The Big Picture Blueprint, Dan and Mason tackle real questions from listeners who are in the trenches of land investing. From scaling smarter to adapting to new market realities, they break down what’s actually working today—and what you should stop doing now. You’ll hear how Mason is turning the flood of bad land agents into a growth opportunity by getting his real estate license, and how Dan is building recurring income through strategic subdivides and seller financing. They also share what makes a land mailer actually work (hint: stop mailing entire counties) and why having a deep understanding of your market is now non-negotiable. Tune in now to hear the unfiltered truth from Dan and Mason—and walk away with the clarity you need to move forward with confidence! === Key Topics: -How to stand out in a crowded land investing market -Why direct mail still works when done right -Turning bad agents into business opportunities -When to self-fund, use debt, or bring in investors -Spotting hidden value in overlooked land deals === 🚨 Ready to Learn How to Flip Land? 🚨 Hey there! Dan and Mason have something exciting for you: 🎉 Join our FREE Ground Up Land Community! 🎉 Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Expert tips on flipping land ✅ Connect with other land investors ✅ Ask questions & get real feedback ✅ Weekly calls with Dan & Mason – totally free! Don’t wait—take the first step toward land investing success. 👉 Join for FREE at https://www.skool.com/grounduplandcommunity === Connect With Us: https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint === Jumpstart your land business with Ground Up Partners!  We understand the challenge of finding capital in the land business. That's why we're here to provide all the funds you need to close your deals. No more worrying about finances; just bring us your signed contract.  Visit www.gupland.com now to submit your deal and take the first step towards success. Fuel Your Investments with Ground Up Partners! === Looking to diversify your portfolio with competitive returns? We're launching a fund for accredited investors to invest passively and enjoy competitive returns. Visit the link below to schedule a call with us today and take the first step toward growing your investments. Dan Haberkost:  https://danhaberkost.com/looking-to-invest-passively/  Mason McDonald:  https://masonrmcdonald.com/

    52 min
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Join Mason McDonald and Dan Haberkost, two full-time real estate investors that have unlocked financial and geographical independence, as they break down specific tactics and strategies to help you grow your business & increase profitability. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, an employee eyeing passive investment, or simply trying to escape the rat race, you'll walk away with tactical tips and tricks that you can apply immediately. By interviewing top minds in a multitude of industries & niches, Mason and Dan will provide you a roadmap to wealth creation, business success, and an improved lifestyle. Tune in for your blueprint to success!

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