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The Wisconsin InvestorDylan Rusch on Land Investing: The Untapped Gold Mine Most Investors IgnoreSend us a textFrom House Hacks to Land Flips: Dylan Rusch’s Strategy for Scalable Real Estate WealthDylan Rusch went from rookie house hacker to full-time land investor in just a few years — and in this episode, he breaks down the exact blueprint he followed to do it.He started by buying duplexes with just 5% down and converting them into short-term rentals. One unit that used to bring in $500/month? After Dylan’s strategy, it earned over $5,100 in its first month as an Airbnb. Using HELOCs before moving...2025-06-1750 minThe Wisconsin InvestorWhat It’s Really Like Doing Your First Real Estate Deal w/ Connor DerenneSend us a textThe First Deal: How Connor Derenne Got $30K in Equity Right After College 🎙 The Wisconsin Investor Podcast — What It’s Really Like Doing Your First Real Estate Deal w/ Connor DerenneIn this episode of The Wisconsin Investor, we sit down with Connor Derenne, a young investor who landed his first real estate deal less than a year after graduating college—and walked away with $30,000 in instant equity.Connor proves that you don’t need to be rich, experienced, or “ready” t...2025-06-1052 minThe Wisconsin InvestorFrom Foreclosed to Financially Free w/ Chris CharlesSend us a textIs fear keeping you from building wealth through real estate?In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor Podcast, we sit down with Chris Charles—a real estate investor and title company professional with over 40 years of experience—for a raw, honest conversation about what it really takes to build a portfolio and create lasting financial freedom.Chris shares his full journey: ➡️ From renovating "handyman specials" with his dad as a kid ➡️ To acquiring multiple rental properties and navigating the ups and downs of the market2025-06-031h 05
The Collective Genius PodcastScaling From a $5K Wholesale Deal to 137 Doors featuring Corey ReymentIn this episode of the Collective Genius Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with my good friend Corey Reyment from Green Bay, Wisconsin. Corey isn't just a successful real estate investor; he's a true entrepreneur with a compelling journey of grit, growth, and grit. From cold-calling the Packers' head strength coach to accidentally stumbling into the world of real estate after realizing his original career path wasn't the right fit, Corey shares how he and his wife built a thriving business that balances both active income and long-term wealth through rental properties. We talk...2025-06-031h 12The Wisconsin InvestorHow Mike Boyea Lost It All—Then Built a Real Estate EmpireSend us a textFrom first-time buyer at 18 to running a multi-million dollar real estate operation—Mike Boyea’s journey is packed with hard-earned lessons, practical insights, and real talk on what it takes to make it in this business. In this episode, Mike breaks down exactly how he went from buying a distressed duplex in 2003 to managing over 50 rental doors, flipping 60–70 properties a year, and building ground-up construction—all without a college degree.Mike opens up about the reality of nearly losing it all during the 2008 market crash and how he rebuilt through persistence, networki...2025-05-2747 minThe Wisconsin InvestorThe Art of Real Estate Leverage w/ Leon Barnes (Improved Audio)Send us a textReal estate success takes more than great deals—it takes strategy, partnerships, and a mindset built for the long game. In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor, Corey Reyment sits down with Leon Barnes, longtime investor and Membership Director at Collective Genius, to talk about what it really takes to grow a rental portfolio that lasts.Leon shares how he’s used the BRRRR strategy (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) to build a portfolio with “infinite returns,” pulling his original capital back out while keeping the cash-flowing assets. With sharp insights and zero...2025-05-2159 minThe Wisconsin InvestorThe Art of Real Estate Leverage with Leon BarnesSend us a textReal estate success takes more than great deals—it takes strategy, partnerships, and a mindset built for the long game. In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor, Corey Reyment sits down with Leon Barnes, longtime investor and Membership Director at Collective Genius, to talk about what it really takes to grow a rental portfolio that lasts.Leon shares how he’s used the BRRRR strategy (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) to build a portfolio with “infinite returns,” pulling his original capital back out while keeping the cash-flowing assets. With sharp insights and zero...2025-05-2059 minThe Wisconsin InvestorWhen Paying Zero Taxes Isn't Always the Right Goal With Marcus Crigler, CEO of Bec CFOSend us a textCan you legally pay zero taxes as a real estate investor? Should that even be your goal? CPA Marcus Crigler challenges conventional wisdom in this eye-opening conversation about navigating the post-bonus depreciation landscape in real estate investing.As the 100% bonus depreciation benefit phases out (down to 60% in 2024), investors need to rethink their tax strategy. Marcus offers a refreshing perspective: sometimes paying some taxes is smarter than spending your last dollar trying to avoid them completely. His practical advice focuses on staying below the critical 24% tax bracket threshold rather than aiming for...2025-05-1340 minThe Wisconsin InvestorFrom Corporate Exec to $14 Million Real Estate Mogul: How Laura Ritchie Built an 85-Unit Portfolio with Creativity & Family ConnectionsSend us a textLaura Ritchie's journey from corporate media executive to real estate mogul exemplifies the power of creativity and determination in building wealth. Starting in 2017 with a simple side hustle, Laura leveraged family connections, thrift store furniture, and a willingness to take calculated risks to rapidly build an 85-unit portfolio now worth approximately $14 million.What makes Laura's approach remarkable is her innovative financing strategies. She shares how she transformed basic apartments into furnished rentals with nothing more than spray paint and thrift store finds, doubling her returns with minimal investment. Her most impressive...2025-05-0648 minThe Wisconsin InvestorBeyond $9 Million in Mistakes: How Childhood Beliefs Shape Your InvestingSend us a textBrad Chandler opens up about his remarkable dual journey as both a wildly successful real estate investor with 4,500 deals under his belt and as someone who overcame deep-seated personal struggles that once threatened everything he built.The conversation takes a profound turn when Brad reveals how a seemingly routine therapy session for his son's anxiety unexpectedly uncovered his own unresolved childhood trauma. This discovery launched him into a transformative healing journey that would radically change his approach to business, relationships, and life itself.Brad doesn't hold back on the...2025-04-2936 minThe Wisconsin InvestorWhere Is The Puck Going? Economic Forecasting for Strategic Real Estate Investing With Kolten Van ElzenSend us a textWhat does a dead cat in the ductwork have to do with real estate investing success? As it turns out, quite a lot about perseverance and education in the school of hard knocks.Corey sits down with commercial underwriter Kolten Van Elzen for a fascinating exploration of economic trends and their impact on real estate investment strategy. Their conversation ranges from practical horror stories (like Colton's first flip of a 30-cat hoarder house) to sophisticated economic forecasting techniques that can give investors a competitive edge.The duo dives deep...2025-04-2258 minThe Wisconsin InvestorThe Secrets To Unlimited Funds For Your Deals With Jay ConnerSend us a textImagine never having to beg a bank for funding again. What if you could consistently secure real estate deals with private lenders without ever asking for money? That's exactly what Jay Conner has mastered, and he shares his revolutionary approach in this eye-opening episode.Jay reveals how he's built a portfolio of 47 private lenders providing $8.5 million in capital for his real estate business, all while maintaining the same 8% interest rate since 2009. Operating in a small market of just 50,000 people, he achieves average profits of $86,000 per deal by being "a big fish...2025-04-1542 minThe Wisconsin InvestorWhy Your AI Assistant Might Be Better Than Your Real Estate Attorney with Mike HigginsSend us a textMike Higgins opens up about his transformative journey from personal trainer to thriving real estate investor in Wisconsin, revealing the strategic shifts that made all the difference in his business. Far from just another "how I got started" story, this conversation delivers practical wisdom on maximizing profitability in today's market.Want to know why some investors consistently snap up deals while others struggle? Mike and Corey break down the exact systems needed to evaluate properties in minutes rather than days - including how missing just 20-30 deals annually could mean losing $500,000...2025-04-0859 min
The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast324: How Corey Hit $3.2M From Wholesale DealsAre you overwhelmed by the challenges of scaling your wholesaling operation and building a reliable team? In this episode, we dive into the journey of Corey Reyment, who started in 2016 and has since completed 800 to 1,000 wholesale deals. Corey will share his insights on overcoming hiring pitfalls and developing effective marketing strategies, revealing how he built a business that now closes a significant volume of deals and averages around $23,000 per wholesale transaction. Learn actionable steps to streamline your growth and avoid costly mistakes from someone who has achieved substantial success in the wholesaling industry. Here are t...2025-04-0435 minThe Wisconsin InvestorDSCR Loans & House Hacking: The Loopholes Banks Don’t Want You to Know!Send us a textSecuring financing remains the biggest hurdle for most aspiring real estate investors. When traditional banks say "no," where do you turn? In this eye-opening conversation, mortgage expert Aaron Kramer reveals the financing secrets that have helped hundreds of investors build substantial portfolios, even without perfect credit or W2 income.Aaron breaks down how house hacking creates a perfect entry point for beginners, allowing you to live in one unit of a duplex while tenants in the other help pay your mortgage. The financial magic happens when you learn about loan programs...2025-04-0155 minThe Wisconsin InvestorWalking Away: How One Couple Replaced Their Jobs With Real Estate in Just 3 YearsSend us a textMatt and Catie Fihn transformed their family's future through real estate investing in just three short years. Starting with a simple conversation between moms at a playdate, they discovered a path that would ultimately free both of them from their corporate careers and allow them to be present for their young children's formative years.Their approach wasn't about getting rich quick or building a massive empire—it was about thoughtfully replacing their W-2 incomes while creating flexibility and freedom. After completing their first flip in Wauwatosa in 2022, they gained confidence and mo...2025-03-2544 minThe Wisconsin InvestorSight Unseen: How Andy Boehm Built Wealth Without Stepping InsideSend us a textAndy Boehm pulls back the curtain on his 15-year real estate investing journey across Northeast Wisconsin, revealing the counterintuitive strategies that have built his success. What began as a career in real estate sales during the foreclosure boom evolved into a profitable investing operation when Andy noticed a simple truth: the investors buying properties were making substantially more money than he was earning in commissions.The conversation delivers practical wisdom that cuts through the complexity many associate with real estate investing. "If you buy the property right initially, you can do...2025-03-1847 minThe Wisconsin InvestorHotel Hustle: From $23 to Hospitality EmpireSend us a textIn this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Mark Pomeranke, a pioneering force in the hotel industry. Starting from a meager $23 credit balance, Mark embarked on an ambitious path in hotel development amidst the tumultuous period of the financial crisis. His innovative approach led to the establishment of a hospitality brand that flourished by focusing on small towns overlooked by larger chains. Mark reveals how he creatively navigated funding challenges through Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and the significance of building strong relationships with community banks and local s...2025-03-1149 minThe Wisconsin InvestorContractors & Cash Flow: Dave Zouski’s Formula for Real Estate SuccessSend us a textDave Zouski shares his real estate journey, emphasizing strategic investing and the importance of relationships in navigating the market. His insights on the buy-and-hold strategy, effective contractor management, and the significance of networking provide valuable guidance for both new and seasoned investors. • Highlighting the transition from agent to investor • Emphasizing the need for strong banking relationships • Discussing the advantages of a buy-and-hold strategy • Sharing lessons learned from contractor management • Exploring the importance of consulting with tax professionals • Encouraging the building of a supportive investment community If you're new t...2025-03-0439 minThe Wisconsin Investor28 years old and 52 Rentals: Zach Morgan's Real Estate Empire and Networking MasterySend us a textZach "Big Money" Morgan reveals the art of transforming a modest start into a thriving real estate empire. Inspired by industry stalwarts like Grant Cardone and Bigger Pockets, Zach shares his impressive journey from a traditional job to owning 52 long-term rental properties. We dive into the nuances of sustaining active income through strategic property flips and wholesales, all while navigating the challenges of rental income. Zach’s background in sales, coupled with a serendipitous meeting at a Wisco REI event, paved the way for his success, highlighting the importance of seizing opportunities and le...2025-02-2547 minThe Wisconsin InvestorFrom Dog Hair to Dollars: The Farleys' Investment StorySend us a textEver wondered how an everyday couple from Shawano, Wisconsin, turned their first duplex into a thriving real estate investing business? Meet Cayla and Brandon Farley, whose journey began in 2016 with a house hacking strategy, leading to a thriving investment portfolio. Listen as they recount their early days, navigating unexpected challenges like mountains of dog hair, and how these experiences laid a solid foundation for their future investments. Through a meticulous mix of leveraging HELOCs and securing creative financing, the Farleys reveal their secrets to transforming properties into lucrative assets.In this...2025-02-1837 minThe Wisconsin InvestorThe Secret to Unlimited Returns: Master the BRRRR Strategy for Wealth BuildingSend us a textUnlock the secrets to real estate wealth without the need for hefty upfront cash. Discover how Corey Raymond, alongside insightful guests, masterfully navigates the BRRRR strategy—Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat—to supercharge property portfolios. Learn from Corey's personal journey and other investors' stories who broke free from the traditional 20% down payment cycle, revealing how resourcefulness and creative financing can change the game in real estate investing.Explore a wide array of financing strategies that make property investment accessible to more people than ever before. Private and hard money lenders, despite thei...2025-02-1140 minThe Wisconsin InvestorNFL Draft Rental Rush: Key Upgrades, Investor Mistakes, and Maximizing Your Property’s PotentialSend us a textWhat if you could turn your passion for real estate into a thriving short-term rental business? Join us for an engaging conversation with Tyler Kabat, co-founder of Doorway Travel, as he shares the incredible journey he and his wife, Nicole, embarked on from real estate wholesaling to managing 38 rental units. Inspired by "Rich Dad, Poor Dad," Tyler reveals how they transformed their dream into reality and discusses their strategic plans to expand their operations beyond Northeast Wisconsin into the Northwoods. Discover the unique satisfaction they find in creating memorable vacation experiences for families...2025-02-0448 minThe Wisconsin InvestorFrom Dental Supplies to Real Estate Success: Tristan Laporte's Journey To Self EmploymentSend us a textWhat happens when a dental supplies salesperson swaps drills for deeds and becomes a successful real estate investor? Join me, Corey Reyment, alongside my good friend Tristan Laporte, or TLP as he's affectionately known, as we explore his fascinating journey from corporate life to real estate triumph. Tristan describes his pursuit of balance and fulfillment over sheer volume.Tristan's story unfolds with his transition from a stable W2 job to the often unpredictable world of real estate entrepreneurship. We talk about the vital mindset shifts required to embrace uncertainty, the importance...2025-01-2838 minThe Wisconsin InvestorA Bowling Alley, 4 Kids, Full Time W2's, and 48 Units With Justin and Moira CallanSend us a textThis power couple from Wisconsin has mastered the art of balancing careers, family, and a thriving portfolio of 48 rental units. Discover how they've strategically leveraged Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) for rapid growth and gain insights into their ambitious redevelopment project turning a historic bowling alley into valuable workforce housing. Their story isn't just about financial success; it's about creating community-focused investments that address local housing shortages.Join us as Justin and Moira reveal the nuances of self-managing properties while juggling full-time careers and raising four children. They share how...2025-01-2141 minThe Wisconsin InvestorFamily First, Business Second: Brothers Navigating Real Estate Together with Reese and Kyle BrownSend us a textThe episode features Kyle and Reese Brown, who discuss balancing new parenthood for Kyle, their sibling relationship, and partnership with real estate investing. They explore partnership dynamics, the impact of family on investment strategies, and share valuable insights on seller financing and private money lending. • The influence of new family dynamics on real estate investments • Partnerships and trust as critical components of success • Selling financing as a viable strategy for cash flow • Balancing personal investments with partnership obligations • Tips for navigating real estate as a family connection • The import...2025-01-1442 minThe Wisconsin InvestorShould I Wait To Buy Real Estate in 2025 or Buy Real Estate and WaitSend us a textThe episode dives into the pressing question: should you wait to buy real estate or invest now? Highlighting key data on equity, supply, and future buyer demographics, we argue that waiting could cost you significantly in potential investment appreciation. • The importance of understanding current real estate market dynamics • Analyzing loan to value ratios and homeowner equity • The benefits of utilizing a HELOC for investment opportunities • Exploring supply and demand fundamentals in real estate • Demographic trends affecting first-time homebuyers in the coming years • The cost of waiting to invest against...2025-01-0736 minThe Wisconsin InvestorFrom Duplex to Diversification: Jason Bilbrey's Real Estate Success and Strategy in WisconsinSend us a textJason Bilbrey's journey from a duplex owner to a 51-unit real estate investor is a testament to ambition and smart strategies. With insights on property management and the BRRRR strategy, listeners receive valuable lessons on scaling their investment portfolios. • Importance of starting small with manageable investments • Transitioning from self-management to hiring property managers • Challenges faced with finding reliable property management • Leveraging technology for efficient property management • Exploring the cash flow potential of storage units • Insights on communication and relationship building in real estate 2024-12-3152 min