The REI Agent

Mattias and Erica Clymer
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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.

  1. From Burnout to Breakthrough: Turning Pain Into Purpose and Profit with Jim Boad

    2D AGO

    From Burnout to Breakthrough: Turning Pain Into Purpose and Profit with Jim Boad

    Jim Boad reveals how imperfect action, purpose-driven thinking, and a bold shift into sober living transformed his life, creating powerful cash flow while making a real impact on people who needed it most. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-burnout-to-breakthrough-turning-pain-into-purpose-and-profit-with-jim-boad/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast and Guest Welcome (01:30) - Jim Boad’s 25 Year Real Estate Journey Overview (04:00) - From Fix and Flip to BRRRR and Surviving Market Crashes (06:30) - Discovering Sober Living as a Life Changing Strategy (08:30) - Why Sober Living Combines Purpose and Massive Cash Flow (10:30) - Today’s Market Struggles and Creative Investing Strategies (13:00) - COVID Impact on Rentals and Tenant Payment Crisis (15:30) - The Moment That Led to Starting Sober Living Homes (18:00) - Converting Existing Properties into Sober Living Homes (20:00) - Ideal Property Setup and Ethical Operating Standards (22:00) - Staffing Models and Building a Business Instead of a Job (24:00) - Designing Homes for Maximum Function and Flexibility (26:00) - Revenue Model and Cash Flow Breakdown Per Property (28:00) - How Residents Are Sourced Through Treatment Centers (30:00) - Resident Lifecycle and Average Length of Stay (32:00) - Rules, Accountability, and Maintaining a Drug Free Environment (34:00) - Real Stories of Relapse, Recovery, and Support Systems (36:00) - Expanding Impact Through Jobs, Nonprofits, and Opportunities (38:00) - Entrepreneurial Mindset and Building Scalable Businesses (40:00) - Lessons from COVID and the Harsh Reality of Landlording (42:00) - Legal Challenges, Tenant Issues, and Financial Risks (44:00) - Golden Nugget: The Power of Imperfect Action (45:30) - Recommended Books and Business Mindset Shifts (46:30) - Where to Find Jim Boad and Final Thoughts (47:00) - Closing Remarks and Podcast Outro Contact Jim Boad https://grouphomeaccelerator.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567072777563 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-boad-aba962b5/ If you take one thing from Jim’s journey, let it be this: you do not need the perfect plan, you need the first step, because the life you want is waiting on the action you keep delaying, so start today and 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

    47 min
  2. From Nurse to Real Estate Powerhouse Building Wealth and Freedom with Gina Shumway

    4D AGO

    From Nurse to Real Estate Powerhouse Building Wealth and Freedom with Gina Shumway

    Gina Shumway’s journey from nurse practitioner to investor reveals how bold decisions, strategic thinking, and consistent action can transform an ordinary life into one built on freedom, wealth, and unstoppable momentum. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-nurse-to-real-estate-powerhouse-building-wealth-and-freedom-with-gina-shumway/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:32) - Meet Gina Shumway and Her Real Estate Background (01:45) - Chattanooga as a Growing Investment Market (03:10) - Family Life and Raising Four Active Kids (05:05) - Managing Chaos with Time Blocking and Calendars (07:20) - Fitness, Discipline, and Balancing Health with Business (09:10) - From Nurse Practitioner to Real Estate Investor (12:30) - The Bathroom Renovation That Sparked Everything (15:05) - Discovering Real Estate Through Podcasts and Education (17:40) - First Investment Deal and Introduction to BRRRR Strategy (20:15) - Leveraging Social Media to Attract Clients (22:05) - Transitioning Into Real Estate Full-Time (24:10) - Building and Acquiring a Real Estate Team Early (27:00) - Creating a Niche in Investment-Focused Real Estate (29:15) - The Power of Experience and Investor Perspective (31:30) - The Reality of Entrepreneurial Stress vs Job Security (34:05) - Emotional Control and Detachment in Deal-Making (36:20) - Scaling Through Repeat Clients and Systems (38:10) - Market Shifts and the Evolution of Investment Strategies (40:05) - Multifamily vs Single-Family in Today’s Market (41:40) - Golden Nuggets for Investors and Agents (42:50) - Book Recommendations and Mindset Shifts (43:10) - Where to Connect with Gina Shumway (43:26) - Closing Thoughts and Podcast Outro Contact Gina Shumway https://www.facebook.com/gina.shumway/ https://www.instagram.com/gina.shumway/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-shumway-51718770/ https://www.youtube.com/@titangroupchatt If there is one thing to take from Gina’s story, it is this: your future does not change until you decide to act. You do not need perfect timing, perfect knowledge, or perfect conditions. You need movement. Start where you are, use what you have, and build something that gives you freedom, not just income. Keep going, keep learning, and keep building the 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

    43 min
  3. From Ethical Dilemmas to Real Impact: Building Wealth the Right Way with Caleb Christopher

    APR 2

    From Ethical Dilemmas to Real Impact: Building Wealth the Right Way with Caleb Christopher

    A powerful story of ethics, sacrifice, and growth reveals how creative finance and intentional living can transform not only your business, but your family, mindset, and long-term path to true financial freedom. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-ethical-dilemmas-to-real-impact-building-wealth-the-right-way-with-caleb-christopher/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:30) - Welcoming Caleb Christopher to the Show (01:15) - Caleb’s Background and Real Estate Roles (02:45) - Rental Properties and Self-Management Approach (04:10) - Creative Finance and Transaction Consulting Explained (06:00) - Challenges with Attorneys and Creative Deal Structures (08:20) - Why Creative Finance Requires Specialized Knowledge (10:00) - Caleb’s Journey from Security Work to Real Estate (12:15) - Risk Management Mindset and Contract Expertise (14:30) - Real-World Legal Battle Over Assignment Fees (16:45) - Breaking Down Wholesaling for Agents (19:30) - Wholesalers vs Agents Mindset Shift (22:00) - Ethical Considerations in Real Estate Deals (24:10) - Creative Finance Entry Point and Lead Management Strategy (26:30) - Types of Creative Deals Including Subject-To and Seller Finance (28:15) - Entrepreneurial Grind vs Family Balance (30:00) - Turning Point Moment as a Father and Business Owner (31:45) - Delegation Struggles and Leadership Growth (33:00) - Building a Business vs Owning a Job (34:10) - Financial Reality of Entrepreneurship and Startup Phase (35:00) - Golden Nugget Advice for Agents on Buyer Evaluation (35:45) - Book Recommendation That Changed Everything (36:15) - Where to Find Caleb and Closing Remarks (36:37) - Episode Outro and Disclaimer Contact Caleb Christopher https://calebchristopher.io/ https://creativetitle.io/ https://www.facebook.com/FCalebChristopher/ https://www.instagram.com/fcalebchristopher/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebchristopher/ https://www.youtube.com/@CalebChristopherHimself If there is one thing to take from Caleb Christopher’s journey, it is this. Do not just chase deals. Build something you can stand on with integrity, discipline, and purpose. That is how real wealth is created. That is how real freedom is earned. Keep learning, keep growing, and 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

    37 min
  4. From Zero Network to Unstoppable Growth: Building a Real Estate Empire with Alicia Holmquist

    MAR 31

    From Zero Network to Unstoppable Growth: Building a Real Estate Empire with Alicia Holmquist

    Alicia Holmquist’s journey proves that starting with nothing and staying consistent can build unstoppable momentum, showing how discipline, smart follow-up, and bold action create lasting success in business and life. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-zero-network-to-unstoppable-growth-building-a-real-estate-empire-with-alicia-holmquist/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:45) - Welcoming Alicia Holmquist to the Show (01:30) - Alicia’s Rapid Rise as a Top-Producing Realtor (03:00) - Relocating from Maine and Starting Fresh (05:00) - Taking the Leap into Real Estate Full-Time (07:30) - Choosing the Right Brokerage and Early Support (09:30) - Learning the Business vs Just Getting Licensed (11:30) - Quitting Her Job and Driving Uber to Survive (14:00) - Using Uber to Learn the Market and Build Awareness (16:30) - First Lead Generation Strategies and Early Hustle (19:00) - Converting “Bad” Leads into Real Business (22:00) - The Power of Third-Party Lead Platforms (24:30) - Building Repeat Business and Investor Relationships (27:00) - Marketing Expansion: Open Houses, Postcards, and Social Media (29:30) - Staying Top of Mind with Clients Using CRM Systems (32:00) - Creative Follow-Up Strategies That Stand Out (34:30) - The Importance of Consistent Communication (37:00) - Turning One Client Into Multiple Transactions (39:30) - A Wild Deal Story: Selling the Same House Twice (42:00) - Risks of Relying on Paid Leads Alone (44:00) - Myrtle Beach Market Insights and Investor Trends (46:10) - Outro, Final Thoughts, and Call to Action Contact Alicia Holmquist https://alicia.whrcarolinas.com/ https://www.facebook.com/p/Alicia-Holmquist-Realtor-100073344960230/ https://www.instagram.com/thatawesomeduckingrealtor/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-holmquist-9791221b4/ https://www.youtube.com/@aliciaholmquist5491 If there is one thing to take from Alicia’s journey, it is this. You do not need the perfect setup to win. You need the willingness to move, to stay consistent, and to do the work when nobody else will. Start where you are, use what you have, and refuse to stop. Your breakthrough is closer than you think. For more powerful conversations like this, 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

    46 min
  5. From Stuck to Unstoppable: The Mindset and Strategy Shift That Changes Everything with Jacob Bopst

    MAR 26

    From Stuck to Unstoppable: The Mindset and Strategy Shift That Changes Everything with Jacob Bopst

    Jacob Bopst transformed his life through a powerful mindset shift, active income strategies, and wholetail deals, revealing how taking action and controlling your income can unlock real financial freedom and lasting success. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-stuck-to-unstoppable-the-mindset-and-strategy-shift-that-changes-everything-with-jacob-bopst/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast and Guest Welcome (02:10) - Meet Jacob Bopst: Background and Investing Overview (04:35) - From Agent to Investor: Early Career Struggles (07:20) - First Deal and Discovering the BRRRR Strategy (10:05) - Leaving the Financial Industry for Real Estate (12:40) - Active vs Passive Investing Explained (15:15) - Why Rentals Alone Did Not Create Freedom (18:05) - The Shift to Active Income Strategies in 2023 (20:30) - Fix and Flip vs Wholetail: Key Differences (23:10) - Real Deal Breakdown and Profit Insights (26:20) - Risk, Speed, and Why Wholetailing Wins (28:45) - Introduction to Novation Strategy (31:30) - How Novations Create Win-Win Deals (34:15) - Ethics, Transparency, and Investor Reputation (36:40) - Wholesaling Explained Step-by-Step (39:10) - Can Agents and Investors Operate Together (41:20) - Golden Nugget: Double Closing Strategy (43:00) - Mindset Shift: Lower Importance, Take Action (45:10) - Lead Generation Strategy Using Property Leads (46:30) - Book Recommendation and Final Insights (47:20) - Closing Remarks and Outro Contact Jacob Bopst https://thecapitalformula.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theMostfromBopst/ https://www.instagram.com/jacobbopst/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-bopst-59a7b924a/ https://www.youtube.com/@jacobbopst If there is one thing to take away from this episode, it is this: stop waiting for the perfect moment and start taking the next step right now, because momentum creates clarity and action builds freedom, so keep moving forward and 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

    48 min
  6. From Zero Calls to 80 Agents Building a Real Estate Empire with Kobe Xin

    MAR 24

    From Zero Calls to 80 Agents Building a Real Estate Empire with Kobe Xin

    Kobe Xin reveals how persistence, mindset, and smart systems can transform zero experience into a thriving business built on consistency, trust, and long-term vision. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-zero-calls-to-80-agents-building-a-real-estate-empire-with-kobe-xin/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (01:30) - Meet Kobe Xin and His Real Estate Journey (03:45) - Discovering Passive Income Through Rich Dad Poor Dad (06:00) - Early Days Cold Calling for Investors (08:15) - COVID Disruption and Pivot to Team Building (10:30) - Scaling from 6 to 80 Agents Through Systems (13:00) - Cold Calling Numbers Game and Appointment Strategy (15:30) - Investor Versus Agent Approach to Seller Conversations (18:00) - Targeting Distressed Sellers and Lead Sources (20:30) - Creating a Consultative Sales Process That Converts (23:00) - Using Negotiation Psychology from Never Split the Difference (25:30) - Structuring Calls to Build Trust and Gather Information (28:00) - Avoiding Overwhelm by Simplifying Seller Options (30:30) - Building a Real Estate Solutions Business Model (33:00) - SEO Foundations and Why Every Agent Needs a Website (35:30) - Turning Questions Into Content That Ranks (38:00) - YouTube Strategy and Cross-Platform Content Power (40:30) - Repurposing Content Into Blogs, Shorts, and Leads (43:00) - Consistency, Patience, and Long-Term Growth Strategy (45:00) - Mindset, Goals, and Building the Life You Want (47:15) - Book Recommendations and Final Advice (48:10) - Where to Find Kobe Xin and Closing Remarks Contact Kobe Xin https://www.facebook.com/kobexinrealtor/ https://www.instagram.com/kobexin_/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kobe-xin/ https://www.youtube.com/@kobexin If you take anything from Kobe Xin’s journey, let it be this: success is not about where you start, it is about how long you stay committed to the process and how clearly you define the life you want to build. 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

    49 min
  7. From Broke to Financial Freedom by 25: Ruthless Strategy Changed Everything with Cody Berman

    MAR 19

    From Broke to Financial Freedom by 25: Ruthless Strategy Changed Everything with Cody Berman

    A powerful story of how Cody Berman escaped the corporate grind, built massive passive income streams, and achieved financial freedom by 25 using simple strategies that anyone can start applying immediately today. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-broke-to-financial-freedom-by-25-the-ruthless-strategy-that-changed-everything-with-cody-berman/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:45) - Meet Cody Berman: Entrepreneur and Financial Freedom Advocate (02:15) - Escaping Corporate Life and Discovering Early Retirement (04:00) - First Deal Breakdown: House Hacking Success Story (06:30) - Scaling Fast: How Cody Acquired 11 Units in One Year (09:30) - Cash Flow Reality: Funding Life Through Rentals (12:00) - Financing Challenges as a Self-Employed Investor (14:30) - The Mindset Shift: From Active Income to Passive Wealth (17:00) - The Power of Frugality and Massive Savings Gaps (19:30) - Sacrifice Now, Freedom Later: The 3 to 5 Year Strategy (22:00) - Expanding Into Syndications, Airbnb, and Flips (24:30) - Why Diversification and Experimentation Matter (27:00) - Digital Products and Building Scalable Income Streams (29:30) - Golden Nugget 1: Systems Create Passive Income (31:30) - Golden Nugget 2: Investing Outside Your Local Market (33:30) - Golden Nugget 3: Why House Hacking Wins Every Time (35:00) - Book Recommendation: The 4-Hour Workweek Impact (36:15) - Where to Follow Cody and Final Thoughts (37:00) - Outro and Closing Message Contact Cody Berman https://codydberman.com/ If there is one thing Cody Berman proves, it is that financial freedom is not about luck; it is about decisions, discipline, and taking action when others hesitate. Your future is built by what you do next, not what you wait for. Start now, stay focused, and build a life that gives you freedom, purpose, and control. For more powerful conversations like this, 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

    38 min
  8. Rising From Rock Bottom to Purpose Driven Success with Michael Coxen

    MAR 17

    Rising From Rock Bottom to Purpose Driven Success with Michael Coxen

    Michael Coxen shares how faith, purpose, and a disciplined buy-and-hold mindset can reshape the way investors pursue financial freedom while building a life that is both successful and meaningful. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/rising-from-rock-bottom-to-purpose-driven-success-with-michael-coxen/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast and Guest Michael Coxen (01:35) - Michael Coxen’s Background as a Las Vegas Broker and Entrepreneur (03:20) - Early Interest in Real Estate and Influence of Entrepreneurial Family (05:05) - Moving to Las Vegas and Launching a Wedding Invitation Business (07:10) - Buying Their First Home During the Housing Market Downturn (09:00) - The Flip In Strategy and Renovating a Home While Living in It (11:05) - Entering Real Estate Sales and Building a Network Through the Wedding Industry (13:10) - The Power of Mentorship and Joining a Real Estate Team (15:05) - Building a Sphere of Influence and Long-Term Client Relationships (17:10) - CRM Systems, Consistent Follow Up, and Marketing to Past Clients (19:05) - Communication Strategies Including Calls, Texts, Social Media, and Gifts (21:00) - Modern Communication Preferences and the Strategic Use of Voicemail (22:40) - Meeting Clients Where They Are and Personalizing Relationships (24:05) - Michael’s Health Crisis and the Consequences of Entrepreneurial Burnout (27:05) - Living With Ulcerative Colitis and Hitting Physical Rock Bottom (30:00) - Recovery Through Holistic Health, Mindset Work, and Self Awareness (33:00) - The Role of Affirmations, Meditation, and Positive Mental Programming (35:15) - Applying Mindfulness and Emotional Control in Real Estate Business (37:15) - Confidence, Client Boundaries, and Professional Respect in Sales (39:00) - Overcoming Fear, Burnout, and Addiction to the Hustle (40:45) - Golden Nuggets: Calendar Blocking, Health Priorities, and Journaling (42:00) - Book Recommendation: Die With Zero and Living for Experiences (43:20) - Where to Follow Michael Coxen and Closing Remarks (44:27) - Final Outro and Podcast Disclaimer Contact Michael Coxen https://www.michaelcoxen.com/ https://www.coxengroup.com/ https://www.facebook.com/michaelcoxen https://www.instagram.com/michaelcoxen/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcoxen/ https://www.youtube.com/@michaelcoxen If Michael Coxen’s story showed you anything today, it is that success means nothing if it costs you your purpose. Build wealth that strengthens your faith, your family, and your future, and when you are ready to take the next step in your journey, 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

    44 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Mattias and Erica Clymer
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    178
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mattias and Erica Clymer
  • Show Website
    The REI Agent