The Freedom Blueprint

Adrienne Green
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Ready to Break Free from the Real Estate Grind? If you’re a real estate entrepreneur who’s tired of doing everything yourself, this podcast is for you. The Freedom Blueprint is about building a real estate business that supports your life, not one that consumes it. We focus on leverage, first through people and systems, and then through smart capital strategies that don’t require more of your time. You’ll hear practical conversations about delegating effectively, building real operational support, getting out of the day-to-day grind, and creating space for sustainable growth and long-term wealth. Whether you’re an agent, investor, or a hybrid who’s hit capacity, this show will help reclaim your time, create stability, and grow with intention.

  1. 79: Your Real Estate Portfolio Isn't Growing Because of This

    5D AGO

    79: Your Real Estate Portfolio Isn't Growing Because of This

    As real estate entrepreneurs, we often feel the pressure to move fast. We’re reviewing comps, scanning dashboards, analyzing markets, and trying to make confident decisions. But having more data doesn’t automatically mean we’re making better decisions. And when you’re scaling, that gap becomes expensive. In this conversation, I sit down with Kevin Shtofman, Global Head of Corporate Development at Cherre and an active investor himself. Kevin brings an institutional lens to real estate investing and breaks down where investors misunderstand data, how to think beyond surface-level reports, and why operational clarity matters just as much as market insight. We talk about AI as a thought partner, defining your metrics early, preparing for capital conversations, and how trust and structure shape long-term portfolio growth. Scaling is not about reacting faster. It’s about building systems that create clarity. The more intentional you are about your definitions, your processes, and your decision-making frameworks, the less friction you carry as you grow. Structure reduces stress. Clean data reduces risk. And thoughtful leadership builds durable portfolios. What part of your investing business would benefit most from clearer data or stronger systems? Follow for more conversations about building a real estate business that supports your life. Connect with Kevin Shtofman: www.linkedin.com/in/kevinshtofman Download the Time + Freedom Starter Pack at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA?  Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    29 min
  2. 78: Debt Done Right: How Experienced Operators Avoided the Bridge Loan Trap

    FEB 16

    78: Debt Done Right: How Experienced Operators Avoided the Bridge Loan Trap

    At some point in your real estate journey, working harder stops working. You can close deals, manage properties, and raise capital. But scaling introduces pressure. Debt structures get more complex. Teams get larger. Risk multiplies. And without structure, what once felt manageable starts to feel fragile. In this conversation, I sit down with Fuquan Bilal, a seasoned real estate investor and asset manager with over 27 years of experience. We talk about multifamily acquisitions in the Southeast, luxury spec homes in New Jersey, and what really went wrong for many operators in the recent debt cycle. Fuquan shares how he approaches leverage responsibly, why capital stack discipline matters, and how systems like SOPs, accountability planning, and weekly structure allow him to scale without chaos. The bigger takeaway is this: scaling is not about bigger deals. It is about stronger structure. Sustainable growth requires clarity in underwriting, discipline in leadership, transparent communication with investors, and operational systems that remove guesswork. Real estate does not reward hustle alone. It rewards long-term thinking and consistent execution. What part of scaling feels most complex in your business right now — debt, systems, delegation, or leadership? Subscribe for more conversations about building a real estate business that supports your life. Connect with Fuquan Bilal:Website: nngcapitalfund.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fuquanbilal/ Download the Time + Freedom Starter Pack at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA?  Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    24 min
  3. 77: If You Own 2+ Doors, This Is the Fastest Way to Scale Without More Work

    FEB 9

    77: If You Own 2+ Doors, This Is the Fastest Way to Scale Without More Work

    If your real estate business feels heavier as it grows, it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because you’re doing it alone. Most investors try to scale by adding doors, strategies, or information, when what they actually need is better support and stronger community. In this episode, I sit down with Ann Dela Cruz to talk about what really changes the game for experienced investors: building intentional investor communities that create confidence, deal flow, and momentum, even across time zones. We unpack the difference between hosting events and building real community, why access and alignment matter more than size, and how the right network can help you move faster without carrying everything yourself. Listen to this before you scale another door.If your business feels heavier as it grows, start here. Connect with Ann Dela Cruz:LinkedIn (preferred): https://www.linkedin.com/in/anndelacruz/ Download the Time + Freedom Starter Pack at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA?  Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    28 min
  4. 76: If You Own 100+ Units, This “Boring” System Is Holding You Back

    FEB 2

    76: If You Own 100+ Units, This “Boring” System Is Holding You Back

    If you own multiple doors and your portfolio feels heavier every year, this episode will challenge how you think about “infrastructure.” Most investors treat internet like a basic utility. Something to check the box and move on. But what if that mindset is quietly limiting your NOI, tenant experience, and long-term scalability? In this conversation, I sit down with Adam Bell to unpack why internet is no longer just a service. It’s a system. We talk about how intentional design decisions can reduce friction for residents, leasing teams, and maintenance staff, while unlocking real operational and financial leverage for owners. If you’re scaling multifamily and want your properties to run smoother without adding more to your plate, this is a perspective shift you don’t want to miss. Listen to this before you scale another door. Connect with Adam Bell:Website: https://adamlloydb.com LinkedIn: Search “Adam Bell” (Internet Subway) Download the Freedom Blueprint at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA?  Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    26 min
  5. 75: You’re Not Scaling Your Portfolio, You’re Chasing Too Many Strategies

    JAN 26

    75: You’re Not Scaling Your Portfolio, You’re Chasing Too Many Strategies

    I see this all the time with experienced investors. You have a few doors, you know what you’re doing, and yet the business feels heavier every year instead of lighter. More strategies, more tools, more noise, and somehow less freedom. In this conversation with Bailey Kramer, we talk about why chasing every good opportunity is often the thing that quietly pulls you further from the life you actually wanted. Bailey shares how he simplified after 17 years in real estate, how he evaluates opportunities through mission instead of hype, and why most investors do not need more deals. They need clarity, support, and a filter that keeps them aligned. If your portfolio feels scattered or you’re questioning why real estate does not feel the way you thought it would by now, this episode will land. If you want to continue the conversation, you can connect with Bailey Kramer here: YouTube: Bailey Kramer Instagram: @the_bailey_kramer Listen to this before you scale another door. Download the Freedom Blueprint at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA? Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    31 min
  6. 74: Shiny Object Syndrome Is Killing Your Portfolio Growth

    JAN 20

    74: Shiny Object Syndrome Is Killing Your Portfolio Growth

    If you already own a few doors, you’ve probably noticed this: scaling doesn’t feel cleaner — it feels noisier. More strategies. More opportunities. More decisions pulling you in different directions. And somehow, less freedom. In this conversation with Frank Iglesias, we talk about why experienced investors don’t stall out because they lack deals; they stall because they chase too many of them. Frank breaks down how he filters opportunities after 17 years in real estate, why shiny object syndrome quietly destroys scale, and how mission-first decision making creates long-term freedom instead of short-term wins. If you’ve been adding strategies but not gaining clarity, this episode will help you reset your filter before your portfolio gets heavier instead of simpler. Watch this before you say yes to your next deal. 👉 Want to connect with Frank Iglesias?You can reach him here:Website: https://frankedglesius.comCoaching: https://reicoachingwithfrank.comEmail: info@workingwithhouses.comPhone: 678-408-2228 (yes, he actually calls back) Download the Freedom Blueprint at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA?  Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    33 min
  7. 73: You’re Not Scaling Your Portfolio — You’re Ignoring This Cash Flow Reality

    JAN 12

    73: You’re Not Scaling Your Portfolio — You’re Ignoring This Cash Flow Reality

    If you own multiple properties and still feel like your portfolio is more work than freedom, this conversation is for you. In this episode of The Freedom Blueprint, I sit down with Lane Kawaoka to unpack what really shifts as investors move from single-family rentals into passive and commercial investing. We talk candidly about why cash flow feels tighter than it used to, why deals that once worked no longer pencil, and the mindset and strategy changes required to scale without adding more stress or complexity. This is not beginner advice. It’s a grounded reality check for experienced investors who want their portfolio to support their life, not run it. You’ll walk away with clearer insight into how seasoned investors evaluate deals today, which assumptions actually matter, and why leverage, not hustle, is what creates real freedom. 👉 Spend time with this episode before you scale another door. To connect with Lane or learn more about his work, check out his book The Wealth Elevator on Amazon, or visit thewealthelevator.com for additional resources and opportunities. Download the Freedom Blueprint at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA?  Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    33 min
  8. 72: This “No Money” Strategy Is Why Most Investors Never Have to Start Over

    JAN 5

    72: This “No Money” Strategy Is Why Most Investors Never Have to Start Over

    Most real estate investors don’t stall out because they lack discipline. They stall out because they’re still playing by rules that don’t actually scale. In this conversation, I sit down with David Webb, who went from survival mode to building a multi-million-dollar real estate portfolio without relying on his own money, perfect credit, or traditional financing paths. We talk about the mindset shifts that unlocked everything for him, why so many capable investors stay stuck waiting for capital, and how creative financing really works when you stop overcomplicating it. If you own a few doors and feel like growth always requires more cash, more pressure, or more risk than you want to carry, this episode will expand how you think about leverage and opportunity. If you want to learn more about David’s work or his No Money Method, you can connect with him at nomoneymillionaire.com, where he also offers a free book breaking down how he’s built wealth through real estate without using his own capital. Download the Freedom Blueprint at https://adriennegreen.com/ and start optimizing your portfolio today! Interested in hiring a VA?  Visit https://workergenix.com/freedomblueprint/ to learn how a VA can help you with your investing!

    28 min
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Ready to Break Free from the Real Estate Grind? If you’re a real estate entrepreneur who’s tired of doing everything yourself, this podcast is for you. The Freedom Blueprint is about building a real estate business that supports your life, not one that consumes it. We focus on leverage, first through people and systems, and then through smart capital strategies that don’t require more of your time. You’ll hear practical conversations about delegating effectively, building real operational support, getting out of the day-to-day grind, and creating space for sustainable growth and long-term wealth. Whether you’re an agent, investor, or a hybrid who’s hit capacity, this show will help reclaim your time, create stability, and grow with intention.

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