The REI Agent

Mattias and Erica Clymer

Welcome to The REI Agent Podcast, where real estate meets holistic living! Hosted by Mattias and Erica, this podcast is your go-to source for insights, inspiration, and strategies from top agents and investors who are living their best lives through real estate.

  1. 3d ago

    Build Wealth Slowly and Create a Life of Freedom with Stuart Gethner

    Stuart Gethner reveals how disciplined multifamily investing, smart value-add purchases, patient buy-and-hold strategies, mentorship, and an abundance mindset can help agents and investors build lasting wealth, greater freedom, and healthier lives with purpose. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-slowly-and-create-a-life-of-freedom-with-stuart-gethner/ (00:00) - Introduction to Stuart Gethner and His Journey From Pharmacist to Multifamily Investor (05:00) - DSCR Financing, Value-Add Properties, and Building a Long-Term Investment Strategy (10:00) - Understanding Cap Rates, Leverage, Equity Growth, and Buying Properties at a Discount (15:00) - Cash-on-Cash Returns, Tax Advantages, Investor Partnerships, and Opportunities for Agents (20:00) - Using Real Estate for Retirement, Finding Mentors, and Learning Through Experience (25:00) - The Abundance Mindset, Getting Rich Slowly, and Creating Freedom Through Investing (30:00) - Physical Health, Mental Strength, Personal Discipline, and Stuart’s Golden Investment Lessons (35:00) - Recommended Books, Continuous Education, Stuart’s Resources, and Closing Thoughts (37:39) - The REI Agent Podcast Outro and Listener Disclaimer Contact Stuart Gethner https://www.stuartgethner.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578852277422 https://www.instagram.com/stuartgethner/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartgethner/ https://www.youtube.com/user/stuartgethner https://www.tiktok.com/@stuart_gethner Stuart Gethner proves that financial freedom is rarely created through one lucky break. It grows from smart purchases, patient ownership, consistent learning, strong relationships, and the courage to begin before everything feels perfect. Start small, buy wisely, protect your health, and keep building the life you want. For more inspiring conversations about wealth, wellness, and purposeful investing, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    Build Wealth Slowly and Create a Life of Freedom with Stuart Gethner
  2. 5d ago

    Burn the Boats, Build Super Fans, and Reinvent Success with Mike Bjork

    Mike Bjork reveals how calculated risk, authentic relationships, strong systems, and practical AI helped him build a $100 million team, overcome lost motivation, create super fans, and redefine meaningful success entirely on his own terms. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/burn-the-boats-build-super-fans-and-reinvent-success-with-mike-bjork/ (00:00) - Introduction to Mike Bjork and His Unconventional Career Journey (05:00) - Choosing the Right Brokerage and Preparing Before Getting Licensed (10:00) - Scaling Zillow Leads Into a Rapidly Growing Sales Team (15:00) - Treating Every Lead Like a Seed and Creating Super Fans (20:00) - Building Better Systems and Reaching $100 Million Ahead of Schedule (25:00) - Discovering AI and Building a Platform for Real Estate Professionals (30:00) - Why AI Will Replace Passive Agents but Empower Driven Professionals (35:00) - Community Marketing, Work-Life Balance, and the Value of First-Time Buyers (40:00) - Using AI to Recognize Life Changes and Support Suicide Prevention (45:00) - Building Sustainable AI Products and Staying Calm Under Pressure (50:00) - Mike Bjork’s Platform, Referral Business, and Closing Remarks (51:31) - The REI Agent Podcast Disclaimer Contact Mike Bjork https://www.imakepage.com/ https://www.bjorkhomes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/bjorkgroupbhhsamb https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bjork-279b891a/ Mike Bjork’s journey proves that success is not just about reaching a massive goal. It is about building systems that support growth, creating relationships that continue to multiply, and having the courage to reinvent the mission when the original dream no longer inspires you. Treat every opportunity like a seed, stay human as technology evolves, and never stop building a life that gives your success deeper meaning. For more powerful conversations about wealth, purpose, and personal growth, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    Burn the Boats, Build Super Fans, and Reinvent Success with Mike Bjork
  3. Jul 9

    Build Wealth, Revive Main Street, and Start Before You Feel Ready with Katie Neason

    Katie Neason shares how childhood financial hardship, redevelopment wisdom, and disciplined investing helped her build wealth, revive Main Street, and inspire others to start before they feel ready. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-revive-main-street-and-start-before-you-feel-ready-with-katie-neason/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast and Katie Neason (05:00) - Childhood Bankruptcy, Financial Fear, and Discovering Wealth Education (10:00) - Rich Dad Poor Dad, Financial Awareness, and Rebuilding After Loss (15:00) - Redevelopment Explained: Small Projects, Existing Infrastructure, and Reducing Risk (20:00) - BRRR, Townhomes, Mixed-Use Projects, and Building Generational Assets (25:00) - Katie’s First Development Deal and Proving Downtown Demand (30:00) - Property Management, Knowing Yourself, and Separating Income From Wealth (35:00) - Tax Strategy, Cost Segregation, and Planning for Depreciation (40:00) - Comprehensive Plans, City Support, and Aligning With Local Growth (45:00) - Invest Where You’re Invested, Start Small, and House-Hacking Lessons (50:00) - Depression Prepper Books, Katie’s Instagram, and Final REI Agent Outro Contact Katie Neason https://www.katieneason.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RenovationWranglers/ https://www.instagram.com/katiedevelops/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-neason-89b4a7a/ Katie Neason’s story is a powerful reminder that wealth is not built by waiting for perfect timing. It is built by learning the market, starting small, protecting the downside, and investing where the mission matters. Her journey from childhood financial uncertainty to Main Street redevelopment shows what can happen when fear becomes wisdom and wisdom becomes action. For more conversations that help you build wealth, freedom, and a life with purpose, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    Build Wealth, Revive Main Street, and Start Before You Feel Ready with Katie Neason
  4. Jul 7

    Trust the Leap, Learn the Contract, and Build Your Life with Austyn Galmarini

    Austyn Galmarini shares how career pivots, relationship-driven sales, team mentorship, and contract confidence helped her build a meaningful business rooted in trust, courage, and the decision to stop waiting for perfect timing. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/trust-the-leap-learn-the-contract-and-build-your-life-with-austyn-galmarini/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast and Austyn Galmarini (05:00) - From Journalism to Radio, Concerts, and RV Sales (10:00) - Burnout, Big Rigs, and the Road Away From RV Sales (15:00) - Starting Over at 29 and Taking the Leap Into Real Estate (20:00) - Building Business Through Relationships, Referrals, and Trust (25:00) - Choosing Team Support, Mentorship, and the Right Culture (30:00) - Contracts, Client Protection, Favorite Books, Social Links, and Closing Thoughts Contact Austyn Galmarini https://www.huntrealestate.com/bio/austyngalmarini https://www.facebook.com/calamari6136 https://www.instagram.com/househuntinwithaustyn/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/austyn-galmarini-06514281/ Austyn’s story is a powerful reminder that the right leap is not always comfortable, but it can become the beginning of a stronger, more meaningful life. When you build on trust, study the details, and surround yourself with people who help you grow, you give yourself a real chance to create something that lasts. For more conversations that help you build success without losing yourself, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    Trust the Leap, Learn the Contract, and Build Your Life with Austyn Galmarini
  5. Jul 2

    From Death-Defying X Games Gold to Lasting Financial Freedom with Dan Brisse

    Dan Brisse shares how X Games discipline, financial wake-up calls, passive income, and smart investing helped him transition from professional snowboarding into lasting wealth, purpose, and freedom beyond the limits of one career. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-death-defying-x-games-gold-to-lasting-financial-freedom-with-dan-brisse/ (00:00) - Introduction to Dan Brisse and His Snowboarding to Investing Journey (05:00) - X Games Breakthrough and Going All In on Snowboarding (10:00) - Urban Snowboarding, Rooftop Features, and Real Snow Film Crews (15:00) - Repetition, Confidence, and Calculated Risk (20:00) - Passive Income, Cash Flow, and the Athlete Money Wake-Up Call (25:00) - Scaling From Small Properties to Larger Multifamily Deals (30:00) - Market Fear, Opportunity, and Why Safe Can Look Scary (35:00) - Depreciation, Operators, Syndications, and Smarter Investing (40:00) - Leaving Snowboarding, Family Sacrifice, and Identity Transition (45:00) - Golden Nuggets, Burning Desire, Favorite Book, and Final Resources (47:37) - Closing Remarks, Subscribe Reminder, and Disclaimer Contact Dan Brisse https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/ https://www.facebook.com/danbrisse/ https://www.instagram.com/danbrisse/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-brisse-442b791b8/ https://www.youtube.com/@granitetowersequitygroup Dan Brisse’s story is a powerful reminder that success is not just about chasing the biggest dream, it is about building the next chapter before you need it. Whether you are an agent, investor, athlete, entrepreneur, or high performer, the lesson is clear: make the decision, do the reps, protect your income, and build assets that can carry your life when the spotlight changes. For more conversations on wealth, wellness, and building a life you actually want, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    From Death-Defying X Games Gold to Lasting Financial Freedom with Dan Brisse
  6. Jun 25

    Build Wealth Inside Your Unsuspecting Retirement Account with Kaaren Hall

    Kaaren Hall reveals how self-directed IRAs can help investors use retirement funds more creatively, avoid costly mistakes, and build long-term wealth through education, discipline, and smarter planning for the future. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-inside-your-unsuspecting-retirement-account-with-kaaren-hall/ (00:00) - Introduction to Kaaren Hall and Self-Directed IRA Investing (05:00) - Buying Property With an IRA and Understanding Leverage (10:00) - Prohibited Transactions, IRS Rules, and Tax Professional Guidance (15:00) - Roth IRAs, HSAs, and Becoming the Bank With Retirement Funds (20:00) - Due Diligence, Deal Review, and Avoiding Costly Mistakes (25:00) - Passive Income Myths, Notes, and IRA-Owned Property Rules (30:00) - Golden Nuggets, Favorite Books, and Mindset Shifts (34:56) - Final Thoughts, Retirement Planning, and Episode Disclaimer Contact Kaaren Hall https://udirectira.com/ https://www.facebook.com/KaarenatuDirect/ https://www.instagram.com/kaarenhall/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaarenhall/ Kaaren Hall’s message is a powerful reminder that the future does not reward people who stay uninformed. It rewards the investors who ask better questions, learn the rules, protect their accounts, and make decisions today that serve the person they are becoming tomorrow. To learn more, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    Build Wealth Inside Your Unsuspecting Retirement Account with Kaaren Hall
  7. Jun 24

    Build A Thriving Business That Actually Supports Your Life with Enas Latif

    Enas Latif reveals how consistency, relationships, smart investing, and intentional balance helped her rise from uncertain new agent to respected leader while building a business that supports life instead of consuming it with purpose today. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-a-thriving-business-that-actually-supports-your-life-with-enas-latif/ (00:00) - Introduction to Enas Latif and Her Buffalo-Niagara Real Estate Journey (05:00) - Starting From Scratch, Prospecting Daily, and Winning the First Listing (10:00) - Social Media Credibility, Team Discipline, and Consistent Pipeline Building (15:00) - Sustainable Lead Generation, Market Shifts, and Buffalo’s Strong Seller Market (20:00) - Listings, First-Time Buyers, and Investors as Long-Term Business Builders (25:00) - Financial Security, Life Insurance Leverage, and Becoming the Investor (30:00) - Morning Routines, Calendar Blocking, and Protecting Work-Life Balance (35:00) - Think Like a Monk, Mindset, Relationships, and Final Contact Information (38:44) - Closing Disclaimer and End of Episode Enas Latif’s story is a powerful reminder that success is not just about doing more. It is about building with intention, protecting your peace, staying consistent, and creating a business that gives life back to you. If this conversation inspired you to build with more purpose, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    Build A Thriving Business That Actually Supports Your Life with Enas Latif
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Welcome to The REI Agent Podcast, where real estate meets holistic living! Hosted by Mattias and Erica, this podcast is your go-to source for insights, inspiration, and strategies from top agents and investors who are living their best lives through real estate.