Wealth Built with Daniel Freeman

Daniel Freeman
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Investing
  • Updated Weekly

Everyone wants to build wealth. But most of us were never taught how. I'm Daniel Freeman, and this is Wealth Built—the show where we have real conversations with the people who've actually built it, along with the experts who help make it possible. You'll hear from real estate experts including developers, lenders, brokers, and so much more. We'll break down the deals they made, the risks they took, the mistakes that cost them—and the strategies that changed everything. Because building wealth isn't just about how much money you make.It's about what you own, the decisions you make, and what you build for the future. Whether you're buying your first investment or building a legacy for the next generation, this show is for you. This is Wealth Built. Let's build something that lasts.

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    From Business Income to Lasting Wealth: Why Paul Levy Bought the Building

    Work with Freeman Realty & Investments: https://freemanpmg.com/ Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freemanrealestategroup/ Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-freeman-real-estate/  Daniel Freeman sits down with Paul Levy, a former sound engineer turned entrepreneur and commercial real estate investor whose career began in legendary recording studios and eventually led him to build a successful equipment-rental business.   Paul shares why he chose to buy the building his company operated from, how he converted business profits into income-producing real estate, and why that decision continued creating value even after his original business closed. Daniel and Paul also break down 1031 exchanges, evaluating tenants, cap rates, lease structures, due diligence, and what investors should consider when deciding whether to hold or exchange a property.   Chapter Timestamps 00:00 — Welcome to Wealth Built & Meet Paul Levy 01:19 — From Frank Sinatra to the LA Recording Industry 03:24 — Turning Sound Engineering Into a Scalable Business 05:51 — The Decision to Buy Instead of Lease 07:32 — Converting Business Profits Into Real Assets 10:14 — Hold, Refinance or 1031 Exchange? 15:24 — Finding Commercial Real Estate Opportunities 18:27 — How to Evaluate an Investment Property 23:00 — A Costly Real Estate Lesson 24:45 — Where Should a New Investor Start?

  2. Aug 27

    The Secret to Scaling: Build the Right Team

    Work with Freeman Realty & Investments: https://freemanpmg.com/ Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freemanrealestategroup/ Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-freeman-real-estate/ Episode 4: Growth requires more than working harder—it requires building a team you trust. Daniel Freeman sits down with Christina to talk about her transition from CFO and accounting work into commercial real estate, the importance of creating a family-first culture, and how bringing the right people into a business can unlock growth. They discuss leadership, transparency, protecting client assets, learning new skills, and why empowering talented people allows a founder to step out of the day-to-day and focus on bigger opportunities. Chapters 00:00 — Welcome to Wealth Built 00:40 — Meet Christina: From CFO to Commercial Real Estate 03:02 — Building a Family-First Company Culture 05:24 — Knowing When It's Time to Make a Career Move 09:54 — What Makes Commercial Real Estate Different 12:24 — Trust, Integrity & Putting the Client First 15:19 — Protecting Assets Through Strong Operations 16:35 — The Hire That Helped Daniel Scale 19:04 — Leadership Is About Growing People

  3. Aug 20

    How to Start Building Wealth Through Real Estate | Jenny Parker

    Work with Freeman Realty & Investments: https://freemanpmg.com/ Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freemanrealestategroup/ Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-freeman-real-estate/ Contact Jenny Parker by emailing her: jenny.parker@sothebys.realty.com Ep. 3 -  In this episode of Wealth Built, Daniel Freeman sits down with real estate leader, Jenny Parker, to explore how real estate can become a powerful tool for building lasting wealth. They discuss the realities of residential property ownership, the opportunities within commercial real estate, 1031 exchanges, and why successful investing often requires thinking beyond the short term. Jenny also shares lessons from her own real estate journey and why getting into the market—even if it's not with your dream property—can be one of the most important steps toward building wealth and creating a lasting legacy. Chapters: 00:00 — Welcome to Wealth Built 00:19 — Meet Jenny Parker 01:16 — Jenny's "Nine Lives" in Real Estate 02:38 — The #1 Skill Great Leaders Need 03:50 — How Daniel Ended Up at Sotheby's 06:47 — Why Daniel's Commercial Real Estate Model Stood Out 09:09 — The Problem With Residential Rental Properties 12:00 — Moving From Residential to Commercial Real Estate 15:05 — How Real Estate Creates Long-Term Wealth 16:50 — What Being a Landlord Really Teaches You 20:17 — What Successful Real Estate Investors Do Differently 21:26 — Real Estate Is a Long Game, Not a Get-Rich-Quick Strategy 22:52 — When Is the Right Time to Buy Real Estate? 26:02 — What Buyers Want in Today's Market 28:21 — How Interest Rates Are Changing Buying Power 29:22 — If You Want to Build Wealth, Start Here 31:33 — The Investor Who Bought Assets Before His Dream Home 33:52 — Final Advice for Building Wealth 34:41 — Closing: Wealth Is Built One Decision at a Time

  4. Aug 13

    Real Estate Investing 101: Syndications, Leverage & Debunking Market Myths

    Ep. 2- Daniel breaks down the core principles of real estate investing. Drawing from his background in performance psychology, teaching, and commercial real estate, Daniel dismantles common industry myths—explaining why a high income isn't the same as true wealth and why you don't need millions to get started. He offers a practical primer on essential investing strategies and concepts, covering:  - Accessibility: How syndications (starting at $50k) and out-of-state submarkets lower the barrier to entry. - Key Definitions: Clear breakdowns of Cap Rates, 1031 Exchanges, and Gross vs. Net Leases.  - Wealth Accelerators: Leveraging bank financing to multiply returns and managing the risk-versus-reward tradeoff across different geographic markets. - Mindset: Why time in the market beats timing the market, and why your primary residence isn't a substitute for income-producing assets. Chapter Timestamps: 0:33 – Host Background: Daniel Freeman's Journey & Education 1:57 – Debunking Wealth Misconceptions: Income vs. Real Wealth 2:35 – Overcoming Barriers to Entry: Submarkets & Syndication ($50K Minimums) 3:44 – Why Timing the Market Doesn't Work (And What to Do Instead) 4:21 – Why Your Primary Home Isn't a Retirement Plan 4:48 – The Role of Trusted Advisors & Asset Managers 5:10 – Real Estate is Not Get-Rich-Quick: The Long-Term Mindset 6:27 – Core Concepts Defined: Cap Rates, 1031 Exchanges & Lease Types 9:13 – Risk vs. Reward: High-Demand Markets vs. High-Yield Out-of-State Deals 10:32 – The Power of Financial Leverage in Real Estate 11:53 – Passive Wealth: Using Property Management & Passed-Through Expenses 12:42 – Future Episodes & Show Outro Work with Freeman Realty & Investments: https://freemanpmg.com/ Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freemanrealestategroup/ Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-freeman-real-estate/

  5. Aug 6

    Why I Left My Job to Build Generational Wealth (And How You Can Too)

    Ep. 1 - In the premiere episode of Wealth Built, host Daniel Freeman takes the hot seat as interviewee. Joined by Kimberly Lovi, Founder of Iconic Nation Media, Daniel steps into the spotlight to level-set the core vision and ethos driving the show: defining wealth not as a flex of status, but as the ultimate tool to buy back time, freedom, and independence for families. Daniel shares his candid personal evolution—moving to the U.S., growing up with a heavy focus on education, working long 12- to 16-hour days as a "freeway professor," and ultimately pivoting into real estate to be present for his two young children. From starting in residential sales during COVID to strategically scaling into commercial real estate, net-lease property management, and out-of-state syndications, Daniel unpacks how calculated decisions convert success into lasting legacy. Chapter Timestamps: 1:18 – Why WealthBuilt? 2:38 – Background & Family Context 3:51 – Leaving Higher Education for Real Estate 5:06 – Entering Real Estate & Pivoting to Commercial 7:43 – How to Get Started in Commercial Real Estate 9:07 – Why Investors Leave California 10:51 – Investing $50k-$100k & Syndication 13:22 – Net Leases vs. Gross Leases 14:58 – Multi-State Licensing & Market Strategy 16:36 – Investing in Northwest Arkansas & Oklahoma 18:31 – Upbringing, Self-Confidence, and Risk 19:57 – Sport Psychology & Operating in Discomfort 22:00 – Mental Math & Calculated Risk 22:42 – The Lead-By-Example Ethics Standard 23:44 – Leadership & Team Building Lessons 26:19 – Why Launch the Podcast Now? 27:31 – How Wealth Is Built 28:40 – Closing & Where to Follow Join the Community Building Wealth: https://www.youtube.com/@FreemanRealEstateGroup Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freemanrealestategroup/ Follow Daniel on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-freeman-real-estate/

  6. Season 1 Trailer

    Trailer: Welcome to Wealth Built with Daniel Freeman!

    Trailer: Everyone wants to build wealth. But most of us were never taught how. I'm Daniel Freeman, and this is Wealth Built—the show where we have real conversations with the people who've actually built it, along with the experts who help make it possible. You'll hear from real estate experts including developers, lenders, brokers, and so much more. We'll break down the deals they made, the risks they took, the mistakes that cost them—and the strategies that changed everything. Because building wealth isn't just about how much money you make. It's about what you own, the decisions you make, and what you build for the future. Whether you're buying your first investment or building a legacy for the next generation, this show is for you. This is Wealth Built. Let's build something that lasts. Please rate and review Wealth Built on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribe on YouTube, and follow @FreemanRealEstateGroup on Instagram and YouTube.

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

Everyone wants to build wealth. But most of us were never taught how. I'm Daniel Freeman, and this is Wealth Built—the show where we have real conversations with the people who've actually built it, along with the experts who help make it possible. You'll hear from real estate experts including developers, lenders, brokers, and so much more. We'll break down the deals they made, the risks they took, the mistakes that cost them—and the strategies that changed everything. Because building wealth isn't just about how much money you make.It's about what you own, the decisions you make, and what you build for the future. Whether you're buying your first investment or building a legacy for the next generation, this show is for you. This is Wealth Built. Let's build something that lasts.

Information