Real Estate Hustlers Podcast

W2 Engineer to over 2B in acquisitions 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Lane Kawaoka, the owner of The Wealth Elevator, who has invested in over 10,000 units totaling $2.1B+ in real estate. He is a writer for Forbes, a Top-50 investing podcast host, and an Amazon Best-Selling Author who helps busy professionals build passive income, reduce taxes, and create long-term wealth through real estate investing.   What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? Lane: 10,000+ units (~$2.1B); Forbes writer, top podcaster, Amazon author. Engineer to investor (2009); scaled to multifamily via syndications (2015). Big assets = pro management; small rentals = time-heavy. Rising costs/rates → conservative underwriting, realistic assumptions. Ground-up builds = less immediate maintenance. Beginners: one asset class; avoid over-concentration; buy in downturns. Actionable episode; see Lane’s book, The Wealth Elevator.     Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: Lane: 10,000+ units (~$2.1B); Forbes writer, top podcaster, Amazon author. Engineer to investor (2009); scaled to multifamily via syndications (2015). Big assets = pro management; small rentals = time-heavy. Rising costs/rates → conservative underwriting, realistic assumptions. Ground-up builds = less immediate maintenance. Beginners: one asset class; avoid over-concentration; buy in downturns.    Actionable episode; see Lane’s book, The Wealth Elevator    About Lane:  🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Lane Kawaoka, the owner of The Wealth Elevator, who has invested in over 10,000 units totaling $2.1B+ in real estate. He is a writer for Forbes, a Top-50 investing podcast host, and an Amazon Best-Selling Author who helps busy professionals build passive income, reduce taxes, and create long-term wealth through real estate investing.    Touch with Lane: LinkedIn:  Lane Kawaoka   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

Solving the affordable housing crisis 🔥Live Podcast Alert🔥 🔥 In this episode, we will be talking with Andrew Freed, a specialist in multifamily properties in and around Worcester. He has helped a multitude of buyers obtain their first house hack and start their real estate investing journey. His expertise lies in creative financing, project management, house-hacking, multifamily investing, and self-management. I have a passion for teaching others about the power of real estate investing and financial literacy. My ultimate goal is to travel the world and help thousands of others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing.   What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? Began with duplexes, expanded into custom homes Discovered syndication in 2017 to scale Development costs less than buying existing properties Prioritizes location and repeatable programmatic building Uses copy-paste interiors tuned to tenant feedback Skips gyms, adds washers, quartz countertops, appliances Advises starting small, learning, then scaling   Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: Began with duplexes, expanded into custom homes Discovered syndication in 2017 to scale Development costs less than buying existing properties Prioritizes location and repeatable programmatic building Uses copy-paste interiors tuned to tenant feedback Skips gyms, adds washers, quartz countertops, appliances Advises starting small, learning, then scaling        About Dusten:  🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Dusten, who specializes in transforming real estate development through strategic land selection, wellness-focused design, and innovative project leadership. Passionate about creating spaces that enhance quality of life, I lead our team in delivering exceptional results for both investors and communities.    Touch with Dusten: LinkedIn:  Dusten Hendrickson   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

Scaling Freedom 🔥Live Podcast Alert🔥 🔥 In this episode, we will be talking with Andrew Freed, a specialist in multifamily properties in and around Worcester. He has helped a multitude of buyers obtain their first house hack and start their real estate investing journey. His expertise lies in creative financing, project management, house-hacking, multifamily investing, and self-management. I have a passion for teaching others about the power of real estate investing and financial literacy. My ultimate goal is to travel the world and help thousands of others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing.   What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -Left corporate job after Rich Dad Poor Dad inspiration. -Used HELOC to buy first three-unit Worcester property -Scaled from house hacking to five hundred rental units. – Shifted to commercial loans based on property cash flow -First syndication: seventy units, eight percent preferred return -Leads thirty-person team using AppFolio, Trello, Drive. – Aims to add one hundred units, systematize management.   Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.Left corporate job after Rich Dad Poor Dad inspiration 2.Used HELOC to buy first three-unit Worcester property 3.Scaled from house hacking to five hundred rental units 4. Shifted to commercial loans based on property cash flow. 5.First syndication: seventy units, eight percent preferred return 6.Leads thirty-person team using AppFolio, Trello, Drive. 7.Aims to add one hundred units, systematize management.        About Andrew:  On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Rod Khleif, a Sarasota-based multifamily investor, best-selling author, and top-ranked podcast host who rebuilt a real estate empire after losing $50M in the 2008 crash. Today, he leads one of the most successful real estate investing coaching communities with 260,000 student-owned units. He supports his mission of abundance through the Tiny Hands Foundation, which has fed more than 160,000 children. Rod combines his market knowledge with a strong personal comeback story. He offers clear, honest advice on building wealth that can withstand recessions. He also shares insights on setting goals and running purpose-driven businesses. This makes him a trusted voice in the community.      Touch with Andrew: LinkedIn:  Andrew Freed   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

How to recover after losing $50million 🔥Live Podcast Alert🔥 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Rod Khleif, a Sarasota-based multifamily investor, best-selling author, and top-ranked podcast host who rebuilt a real estate empire after losing $50M in the 2008 crash. Today, he leads one of the most successful real estate investing coaching communities with 260,000 student-owned units. He supports his mission of abundance through the Tiny Hands Foundation, which has fed more than 160,000 children. Rod combines his market knowledge with a strong personal comeback story. He offers clear, honest advice on building wealth that can withstand recessions. He also shares insights on setting goals and running purpose-driven businesses. This makes him a trusted voice in the community. What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -He shared how his mindset helped him recover from a massive financial loss in 2008. -Rod has owned over 2,000 houses and has a coaching program with students owning over 305,000 units. -Rod advised new investors to educate themselves, get around successful people, and start taking action. -Rod shared insights on AI’s impact on the workforce and real estate, suggesting that while there may be temporary job losses, new opportunities will arise.   Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/Jkq1asCruM0 Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.He shared how his mindset helped him recover from a massive financial loss in 2008. 2.Rod has owned over 2,000 houses and has a coaching program with students owning over 305,000 units. 3.Rod advised new investors to educate themselves, get around successful people, and start taking action. 4.Rod shared insights on AI’s impact on the workforce and real estate, suggesting that while there may be temporary job losses, new opportunities will arise.     About Rod:  On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Rod Khleif, a Sarasota-based multifamily investor, best-selling author, and top-ranked podcast host who rebuilt a real estate empire after losing $50M in the 2008 crash. Today, he leads one of the most successful real estate investing coaching communities with 260,000 student-owned units. He supports his mission of abundance through the Tiny Hands Foundation, which has fed more than 160,000 children. Rod combines his market knowledge with a strong personal comeback story. He offers clear, honest advice on building wealth that can withstand recessions. He also shares insights on setting goals and running purpose-driven businesses. This makes him a trusted voice in the community.   Touch with Rod: LinkedIn:  Rod Khleif   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

From Ironman Triathlons to Multifamily Real Estate Nick Delmonico 🔥Live Podcast Alert🔥 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with Nick, who is the CEO and founder of IronFocus Investments, a firm specializing in acquiring multifamily real estate. With a background in finance and prior roles at JPMorgan and Bloomberg, he brings a data-driven, strategic approach to identifying and managing high-performing investment opportunities.His journey into real estate is rooted in a deep understanding of financial markets and shaped by his passion for endurance sports. As a dedicated Ironman triathlete, Nick applies the same principles of discipline, resilience, and long-term focus to every investment decision.At IronFocus, he is committed to sourcing and managing investments that deliver strong cash flow, tax advantages, capital appreciation, and risk-adjusted returns. He works primarily with busy professionals looking to grow their wealth passively through strategically acquired and actively managed multifamily assets. Outside of work, you’ll likely find him training for his next race or traveling with friends and family. What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -Multifamily real estate investments -First deal challenges and lessons -Assisted living market growth -AI’s impact on the job market Lender-owned asset opportunities Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.Multifamily real estate investments 2.First deal challenges and lessons 3.Assisted living market growth 4.AI’s impact on the job market 5.Lender-owned asset opportunities   About Nick:  🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with Nick, who is the CEO and founder of IronFocus Investments, a firm specializing in acquiring multifamily real estate. With a background in finance and prior roles at JPMorgan and Bloomberg, he brings a data-driven, strategic approach to identifying and managing high-performing investment opportunities.His journey into real estate is rooted in a deep understanding of financial markets and shaped by his passion for endurance sports. As a dedicated Ironman triathlete, Nick applies the same principles of discipline, resilience, and long-term focus to every investment decision.At IronFocus, he is committed to sourcing and managing investments that deliver strong cash flow, tax advantages, capital appreciation, and risk-adjusted returns. He works primarily with busy professionals looking to grow their wealth passively through strategically acquired and actively managed multifamily assets. Outside of work, you’ll likely find him training for his next race or traveling with friends and family.   Touch with Nick: LinkedIn:  Nick Delmonico Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

BOUNCE with JD 🔥Live Podcast Alert🔥 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we talked with JD Allen, a highly educated professional who began his career in Software Engineering. Originally working in the manufacturing arena as a Senior Director, he transitioned into Bank operating software as a Director for nCino to expand his knowledge of the banking industry. Mr. Allen started his Real Estate journey with multiple duplexes and triplexes before transitioning to multifamily. For the past 9 years, Mr.Allen has been buying and selling both multifamily apartments and mobile home parks, as well as multiple houses. He has an extensive understanding of banking and systems. James has also built a decent Real Estate portfolio. During the past few years, Mr. Allen has purchased, renovated, and created cash-flowing assets. What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -Buy, improve, then sell/refinance value-add assets based on quality -Due diligence is everything—don’t let deal excitement blind you -Don’t get paralyzed by analysis — just get started -Don’t chase passive income—operate and get in the weeds. Don’t limit to one vertical—explore commercial, hotels, warehousing, etc. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.Buy, improve, then sell/refinance value-add assets based on quality 2.Due diligence is everything—don’t let deal excitement blind you 3.Don’t get paralyzed by analysis — just get started 4.Don’t chase passive income—operate and get in the weeds. 5.Don’t limit to one vertical—explore commercial, hotels, warehousing, etc.   About JD:  🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we talked with JD Allen, a highly educated professional who began his career in Software Engineering. Originally working in the manufacturing arena as a Senior Director, he transitioned into Bank operating software as a Director for nCino to expand his knowledge of the banking industry. Mr. Allen started his Real Estate journey with multiple duplexes and triplexes before transitioning to multifamily. For the past 9 years, Mr.Allen has been buying and selling both multifamily apartments and mobile home parks, as well as multiple houses. He has an extensive understanding of banking and systems. James has also built a decent Real Estate portfolio. During the past few years, Mr. Allen has purchased, renovated, and created cash-flowing assets.   Touch with JD: LinkedIn:  JD Allen   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

From Real Estate Law to 700+ Units: Building a High-Performing Multifamily Platform 🔥Live Podcast Alert🔥 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with Justin Spillers, the Co-Founder of Real Estate Alpha, a real estate investment firm with 700+ multifamily units across Ohio. With a background as a licensed real estate and corporate attorney, Justin spent years advising hundreds of businesses on how to grow, protect, and structure their wealth. After scaling two startups to 8-figure assets and over 9-figures in lifetime revenue, he shifted his focus to building predictable, scalable income through multifamily real estate. Today, he leads company-wide operations while helping accredited investors earn 12% fixed annual returns via Real Estate Alpha’s Preferred Equity Fund. The fund’s unique tax-advantaged structure makes its 12% fixed return equivalent to a 15-19% taxable yield. What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -The Importance of Learning from Setbacks and Challenges in Real Estate Investing. -Justin’s journey illustrates that the first investment property -Justin mentions that Real Estate Alpha is transitioning from AppFolio to a new platform called EliseT AI. -AI is being utilized to automate various tasks within the organization -Justin mentions the importance of virtual team members who support various functions from afar, primarily in the Philippines. -Justin highlighted AI tools that analyze historical data to forecast trends like turnover rates and maintenance needs. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.Justin’s journey illustrates that the first investment property 2.Justin highlighted AI tools that analyze historical data to forecast trends like turnover rates and maintenance needs. 3.Justin mentions the importance of virtual team members who support various functions from afar, primarily in the Philippines. 4.The Importance of Learning from Setbacks and Challenges in Real Estate Investing About Justin:  🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with Justin Spillers, the Co-Founder of Real Estate Alpha, a real estate investment firm with 700+ multifamily units across Ohio. With a background as a licensed real estate and corporate attorney, Justin spent years advising hundreds of businesses on how to grow, protect, and structure their wealth. After scaling two startups to 8-figure assets and over 9-figures in lifetime revenue, he shifted his focus to building predictable, scalable income through multifamily real estate. Today, he leads company-wide operations while helping accredited investors earn 12% fixed annual returns via Real Estate Alpha’s Preferred Equity Fund. The fund’s unique tax-advantaged structure makes its 12% fixed return equivalent to a 15-19% taxable yield. Touch with Justin: LinkedIn:  Justin Spillers Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units— generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

How to Invest in Today’s Market Live Podcast Alert On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Monika Jazyk, a real estate investor, wealth strategist, and co-founder of RPI Education, a community dedicated to helping everyday people learn how to build wealth through strategic investing. Since 2010, she has worked with a national network of experts to provide education and guidance on real estate investing, tax-efficient wealth strategies, and long-term financial planning, with a mission to help individuals invest with confidence and build lasting financial independence. What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -Monica’s real estate journey: condo to homes, multifamily in Northern Ontario.  -Discussed real estate markets, A+ areas, AI’s role versus human expertise. -Monica advises new investors: set goals, active/passive, ROI; hotels blend assets.  -Monica emphasized real estate’s active demands, even in “passive” investing, stay vigilant to dodge pitfalls.  Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.Monica’s real estate journey: condo to homes, multifamily in Northern Ontario.  2.Discussed real estate markets, A+ areas, AI’s role versus human expertise. 3.Monica advises new investors: set goals, active/passive, ROI; hotels blend assets.  4.Monica emphasized real estate’s active demands, even in “passive” investing—stay vigilant to dodge pitfalls.    About Monika:  🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking with Monika Jazyk, a real estate investor, wealth strategist, and co-founder of RPI Education, a community dedicated to helping everyday people learn how to build wealth through strategic investing. Since 2010, she has worked with a national network of experts to provide education and guidance on real estate investing, tax-efficient wealth strategies, and long-term financial planning, with a mission to help individuals invest with confidence and build lasting financial independence.   Touch with Monika: LinkedIn:   Monika Jazyk   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

Capital with Discipline: How Smart Investors Win in Multifamily 🔥Live Podcast Alert🔥 🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with  Natasha Falconi, Founder, Falconi Capital. Natasha Falconi is the founder of Falconi Capital, a privately held real estate investment firm focused on acquiring and operating multifamily properties across South Florida. With a disciplined approach and long-term vision, Falconi Capital targets Class B and C assets with in-place cash flow and clear pathways for value creation – benefiting both the communities served and the capital invested. Natasha’s leadership is shaped by over two decades of experience, including roles at a Big Three accounting firm, serving as Controller and President of a national development company, and Chairwoman of a Florida-based community bank. Her background offers a rare blend of operational insight, financial acumen, and institutional perspective. Guided by the belief that real estate is a powerful vehicle for transformation, Natasha approaches each investment with the goal of creating long-term impact while generating stable financial returns. She focuses on repositioning underperforming assets into well-managed, quality housing that improves the daily lives of residents, uplifts neighborhoods, and strengthens the fabric of the broader community. For Natasha, value creation goes beyond metrics – it’s about fostering stability, dignity, and opportunity through thoughtful ownership and execution.    What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -Transition from CPA to real estate investor -The hunt for the next deal is exhilarating. -Property acquisition and off-market deals -Property improvements and value creation -Miami real estate market dynamics -Challenges and opportunities in multifamily investing Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.Transition from CPA to real estate investor 2.Property acquisition and off-market deals 3.Property improvements and value creation 4.Networking with like-minded individuals is essential. 5.Challenges and opportunities in multifamily investing   About Natasha:  🔥On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will talk with  Natasha Falconi, Founder, Falconi Capital. Natasha Falconi is the founder of Falconi Capital, a privately held real estate investment firm focused on acquiring and operating multifamily properties across South Florida. With a disciplined approach and long-term vision, Falconi Capital targets Class B and C assets with in-place cash flow and clear pathways for value creation – benefiting both the communities served and the capital invested. Natasha’s leadership is shaped by over two decades of experience, including roles at a Big Three accounting firm, serving as Controller and President of a national development company, and Chairwoman of a Florida-based community bank. Her background offers a rare blend of operational insight, financial acumen, and institutional perspective. Guided by the belief that real estate is a powerful vehicle for transformation, Natasha approaches each investment with the goal of creating long-term impact while generating stable financial returns. She focuses on repositioning underperforming assets into well-managed, quality housing that improves the daily lives of residents, uplifts neighborhoods, and strengthens the fabric of the broader community. For Natasha, value creation goes beyond metrics – it’s about fostering stability, dignity, and opportunity through thoughtful ownership and execution.    Touch with Natasha: LinkedIn:   natfalconi   Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest

Multifamily and Alternative Investment Insights Live Podcast Alert On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking about how Thomas began his investor journey with nothing but an endless determination to succeed and an eagerness to learn from those who have succeeded before. For over 20 years, he has developed systems to improve efficiency and maximize the operations of his real estate portfolio. In the last 10 years, he has purchased several multifamily apartment buildings and returned substantial profits for investors by understanding how to recognize stable assets, increase NOI, improve efficiency, and add value. He has owned, operated, and self-managed hundreds of units during his career and has a great ability to multitask. He has extensive experience in managing projects and people, including tenants, maintenance personnel, and professional associates.  Over the last 6 years, Thomas has taken an even deeper dive into the world of private alternative investments and has helped hundreds of investors as a Fund Manager by placing their money into high-performing assets and funds with the most knowledgeable, skilled, and top-tier operators across the country.  Thomas is a former Toledo Firefighter with multiple certifications in emergency response and public service. What actionable value will you provide to our listeners? -It took me nine years to get started. -The hunt for the next deal is exhilarating. -Building a track record is crucial for financing. -High-interest loans can be risky but necessary. -Understanding operational experience is key to success. -Private lending offers flexibility in financing. Watch the episode here: Listen to the podcast here: Key Points From This Episode: 1.Private lending offers flexibility in financing. 2.Asking for help sooner can accelerate growth. 3.Celebrating wins fosters collaboration and growth. 4.Networking with like-minded individuals is essential. 5.Real estate investing requires patience and strategic planning.   About Tom:  On this Real Estate Hustlers Podcast episode, we will be talking about how Thomas began his investor journey with nothing but an endless determination to succeed and an eagerness to learn from those who have succeeded before. For over 20 years, he has developed systems to improve efficiency and maximize the operations of his real estate portfolio. In the last 10 years, he has purchased several multifamily apartment buildings and returned substantial profits for investors by understanding how to recognize stable assets, increase NOI, improve efficiency, and add value. He has owned, operated, and self-managed hundreds of units during his career and has a great ability to multitask. He has extensive experience in managing projects and people, including tenants, maintenance personnel, and professional associates.  Over the last 6 years, Thomas has taken an even deeper dive into the world of private alternative investments and has helped hundreds of investors as a Fund Manager by placing their money into high-performing assets and funds with the most knowledgeable, skilled, and top-tier operators across the country.  Thomas is a former Toledo Firefighter with multiple certifications in emergency response and public.  Touch with Tom: LinkedIn:  Thomas St. John  Join the Real Estate Hustlers Community: Investor Portal Free Facebook Group Josh Appelman Youtube From 2008 crash to $356M deals, 1,000+ units—generational wealth Apply To Be A Podcast Guest