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Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsFrom Dirt to Done: Building a Real Estate Empire Through Land Development with Blake AndersonIn this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations, we dig deep into the world of land development with builder, developer, and systems expert Blake Anderson, founder of Envision Investor Solutions.With over 20 years in construction and 17 as a licensed general contractor, Blake shares the real side of land development—from rookie mistakes and costly missteps to the proven processes that lead to profitable projects.We cover:✅ The do’s and don’ts of land development⚠️ Horror stories that cost others big—and how to avoid the same traps📍 The first steps every new land de...2025-07-181h 05

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsFrom Foreclosure to Freedom: How Mike Russell Helps Homeowners Reclaim HopeIn this powerful episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations, host Loren Wernette sits down with Michael "Mike" Russell—a real estate broker turned nonprofit founder—to explore how one man's financial collapse sparked a mission to rescue others from foreclosure.Mike shares his journey from the top of the real estate game to losing it all—bankruptcy, divorce, foreclosure—and how he clawed his way back with purpose. Today, he’s the founder of Hope 4 Hardship, a nonprofit offering free foreclosure counseling and advocacy to homeowners in distress. No fees. No fluff. Just results.2025-07-0843 min

The Open Concept with Brandon Smith024 - Find Freedom In Real Estate Investing - Loren WernetteLoren Wernette, CEO and Founder of REI Double Close and REI Transactional joins us to talk House Flipping, Wholesaling and Creative Financing. We go into a journey of how many successful investors are building wealth through real-estate.Find him on insta @investwithloren 2025-07-011h 00

Burning The ShipsLoren Wernette: Burning the W-2 Ladder to 66 Investment UnitsIn this powerhouse episode of Burning the Ships, I sit down with my buddy Loren Wernette—husband, father of four, and founder of a rapidly growing hard money lending business in North Carolina. Loren shares how a health scare sparked a radical transformation, not only in his wellness journey but also in his professional path from a W-2 ladder climber to full-time entrepreneur. We dive into his evolution from flipping homes and acquiring 66 rental units to launching a unique second-position lending product that’s flipping the script on hard money lending. This is more than real...2025-06-221h 03

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick By Brick Ep 19 - From Code to Capital: How Bryce Matheson Built Fintech and Financial FreedomIn this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations, we sit down with entrepreneur, content creator, and private lender Bryce Matheson. Bryce takes us behind the scenes of his journey from software exits to building two powerful fintech and lending businesses—Holbrook Capital and Lendr.We explore how he leveraged YouTube and Instagram to drive investor leads, what it really took to hit millionaire status by 28, and why the key to it all was ruthless focus. Bryce breaks down the systems he uses, the shifts he’s made in his lending business (like switching to monthly paym...2025-06-161h 01

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 18 - 5 Big Lies We Tell Ourselves About Failure (And What to Do Instead)Failure isn’t the end—it’s the raw material of success. In this solo episode, Loren breaks down the 5 biggest myths people believe about failure, and how these beliefs are quietly sabotaging your ability to grow, pivot, and ultimately win. From stories of baseball legends and business experiments to real estate deals gone sideways, Loren shares personal insights and hard-won lessons to reshape how you think about setbacks.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why failing doesn’t make you a failureHow successful people actually fail more often than you think 2025-06-0213 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 17 - Fast Flips & Fearless Moves: How Jen Josey Built a Real Estate Empire on Grit and GrowthIn this high-energy episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations, we sit down with Jennifer "Jen" Josey — the powerhouse behind Jolific Homes and the Real Estate Investor Growth Network (REIGN). From rapid "5 Day Flips" to growing a rental empire, Jen brings her signature blend of humor, hustle, and heart to the mic.Jen shares how she transitioned from a career in teaching and health insurance to full-time real estate investing alongside her husband, Vance. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped her grow multiple businesses, the systems behind her lightning-fast flips, and why sh...2025-05-2346 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 16 - Beyond the Unicorn: How to Spot Real Opportunities in Venture Capital- Alex Brown of Beacon Venture PartnersIn this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations, we sit down with Alexander J. Brown, Managing Partner at Beacon Venture Partners, to pull back the curtain on what really drives smart venture capital investing.With over a decade of experience in startups, strategy, and venture, Alex breaks down the mythologies that dominate the VC world — from celebrity founders to billion-dollar unicorn dreams — and shares how seasoned investors can cut through the noise to find truly scalable opportunities.We also dive into:How Alex blends agile methodology (Scrum) into venture oper...2025-05-1647 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 15 - Crisis Proof Investing: Adam Williams on Multifamily Resilience and Wealth-Building DisciplineIn this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations, host Loren Wernette welcomes Adam Williams, Founder and CEO of Elevest Capital, for an eye-opening conversation on strategic real estate investing in the multifamily sector.Adam brings over 20 years of experience, having weathered market downturns and emerging stronger with a focus on value-driven leadership and crisis-era adaptability. He walks us through:Why multifamily is experiencing what he calls “the perfect storm”—and why that presents massive opportunity for investorsHow to vet a fund manager and protect your capitalThe import...2025-05-0951 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 14- Finding Your Niche in Wobbly Boxes with Pam FisherEpisode Summary:In this episode of Brick by Brick, Loren sits down with Pam Fisher — a powerhouse in the world of manufactured homes and creative real estate deals. With a background as an ER nurse turned full-time investor and founder of both FPR-Fisher Properties & Rentals and VH-Vision Homes, Pam shares how she found her niche in “wobbly boxes” and why now is always the best time to start.Tune in to hear her unique perspective on persistence, negotiation, creative financing, and what it means to help others realize their own potential through real estate.W...2025-05-0157 min

Real Estate Pros Show - Powered By Investor FuelSyndication Secrets: How to Build Wealth in Real EstateIn this conversation, John Harcar and Loren Wernette discuss the importance of being willing to fail in the journey of entrepreneurship, particularly in real estate. Loren shares her personal journey from a W-2 job to becoming a successful real estate investor and lender, emphasizing the lessons learned through failures and the significance of networking and building relationships in raising capital. They also delve into the mechanics of double closings, the psychological barriers to taking risks, and the importance of maintaining a growth mindset through continuous learning and fitness. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we c...2025-04-3029 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 13 - AI is coming get onboard or get run over - Featuring John Hetherington📄 Show Notes:In this powerhouse episode of Brick by Brick Wealth-Building Conversations, we sit down with John Hetherington—AI strategist, automation expert, and founder of We Deliver Your Vision—to unpack the exact systems business owners need to stay ahead and stay sane in the AI era.We dive into:The AI Implementation Ladder—and where most businesses are getting stuckWhy the risk of not using AI far outweighs the risk of using it wrongHow to stay secure in a world of automated decision-making and data exposureReal...2025-04-2551 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick EP 12 with Jason Seward: Burning the Ships and Betting on YourselfWhat happens when you walk away from a 17-year, six-figure corporate career with no safety net—and no plan B? In this episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth-Building Conversations, I sit down with Jason Seward, host of Burning The Ships and co-founder of 608B Capital Funding, to talk about what it really takes to go all in.Jason shares how he went from playing it safe in insurance sales to building a $10M+ real estate lending business in under two years. We dive into mindset shifts, the power of mentorship, and the real meaning behind the name "608B"...2025-04-1857 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 11 - How Real Estate Pro Theresa Sage Uses AI Agents to Scale Wholesale Profits & Buy Back Time🎧 Episode Description (SEO-Optimized):If you're a real estate business owner looking to scale smarter, boost wholesale profits, and buy back your time, this episode is a must-listen. We sit down with Theresa Sage, founder of Get Sarah, a cutting-edge AI agent system built for real estate professionals, to talk about how AI-powered lead generation is transforming the game.In this episode of Brick by Brick, you'll learn:How to use an AI agent to grow your real estate business and close more dealsThe backstory behind Get Sarah, the tool tha...2025-04-1139 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 10 - Anton Zherelyev - How taking massive consistent action will get you to your Dreams.In this episode of Brick by Brick, Loren sits down with Anton Zherelyev, the CEO of REI Lead Pros and a master of direct-to-owner lead generation. Based in Medellín, Colombia, Anton shares how he scaled his business to 7 figures by helping real estate investors crack the cold-calling code and build predictable lead pipelines.Anton opens up about the $100K deal that changed everything—thanks to one smart decision (hint: it came from his wife). He drops gems on how to take massive action, why sitting on the sidelines is the biggest risk in tod...2025-04-041h 08

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 9 - Dan Rivers on Mindset, Wealth, and STR MasteryThis week, we’re joined by Dan Rivers, founder of Rivers Capital Group (RCG) and partner at SynergyStays, to talk about what it really takes to build wealth through real estate — and why your mindset is your most powerful asset.Dan opens up about his incredible journey, including surviving two heart surgeries and now living with a mechanical heart valve (yes, you can actually hear him tick). Through it all, he’s kept one thing at the center: his Why.In this episode, we dive into:The strategy behind SynergyStays and how th...2025-03-2857 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 8 - Scott Hanis,- Learning to Lead and Build Company Culture🚀 Thinking about hiring your first employee? Not sure when the right time is or how to manage company culture as you grow? In this episode, I sit down with Scott Hanis, Founder of Fortitude HR Solutions, to break down the biggest HR challenges business owners face and the mindset shifts every entrepreneur must make to scale successfully.✅ Topics We Cover:📌 When is the right time to hire your first employee? (Signs you’re ready to grow)🏢 How to build and manage a strong company culture as you scale🧠 The essential mindset shifts entrepren...2025-03-2157 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick EP 7 - The 4 C’s of Lending: Mastering Credit, Collateral, Capacity & CharacterWelcome to The 4 C’s of Lending, the podcast that breaks down the four fundamental pillars of lending—Credit, Collateral, Capacity, and Character—and how they shape real estate financing and private lending decisions.Whether you’re a borrower looking to secure funding, an investor evaluating deals, or a lender refining your underwriting criteria, this show gives you the insider perspective on how lenders assess risk, structure loans, and make profitable lending decisions.2025-03-1321 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 6 - My 5 biggest lessons I learned growing my BusinessOver the last five years, I’ve learned some hard-hitting truths about business—lessons that have shaped the way I approach challenges, growth, and success. In this episode, I’m breaking down the five biggest lessons that can shift your mindset and set you up for long-term wins:✅ Change your mindset from "I can't" to "How can I?"✅ It’s going to take longer and be harder than you think—embrace it.✅ The excitement fades, but the real money is in the boring—that’s where most people quit.✅ Failure isn’t the enemy—inaction is.2025-03-0725 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 5 - Will AI make you money?Artificial Intelligence is making waves across industries, and real estate and private lending are no exception. In this episode of Brick by Brick, Loren Wernette dives into how AI is transforming deal sourcing, underwriting, market analysis, and investor relations.From predictive analytics to automation, Loren explores the opportunities and challenges that AI presents for investors, lenders, and developers. Should you be worried? Or is this a chance to gain an edge in the market?Tune in for a no-nonsense discussion on where AI fits into the future of real estate and how you...2025-02-2819 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 4 - Fund Structures 101: Understanding 506(b), 506(c), Reg CF & MoreAre you considering investing in a fund but unsure what all the different structures mean? In this episode, we break down the most common fund structures—506(b), 506(c), Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF), Series LLCs, and the key differences between Debt Funds and Equity Funds.You’ll learn:✅ The pros and cons of each fund structure✅ Who can invest and how these funds raise capital✅ The regulatory requirements and restrictions investors should know✅ Key watchouts before committing your capitalWhether you're a first-time investor or looking to deepen your understanding of fund stru...2025-02-2139 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 3 - Underwrite or PerishNo matter what type or size of investing you do. Ensuring you do a good job of underwriting will help you make more money and loss less money. I go through different kinds of real estate underwriting tips and tricks and provide insight that I have gathered in my years of underwriting experience as an buy and hold investor flipper wholesaler and lender 2025-02-1430 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep 1Welcome to Brick by Brick 2025-02-0728 min

Brick by Brick - Wealth Building ConversationsBrick by Brick Ep #2 - The power of Consistency Consistency impacts every part of our lives for good and for bad. In this episode I will discuss how you can harness consistent habits to achieve things you never thought possible and talk about some tips and tricks to make getting consistent about the right things easier. 2025-01-2415 min

The Lendr PodcastHow to Build a Lending Business and Say Goodbye to the 9-to-5 with Loren Wernette Join Bryce and Loren as they explore fund management and real estate investing. Loren shares insights on essential legal documents, effective loan structuring, and risk management. This episode is packed with practical tips for both seasoned investors and newcomers. Tune in for valuable knowledge! Connect with Loren: reihighyield.com or reidoubleclose.com Instagram : @investwithloren Email : loren@reidoubleclose.com 2024-10-151h 00

The Most Dwanderful Real Estate Podcast Ever!Flipping the Script on Real Estate Success with Loren WernetteSend us a textImagine sitting down over a steamy cup of coffee with Loren Wernette, whose real estate portfolio blossomed from a modest triplex into a kingdom of 67 properties. In our latest episode, Loren spills the beans on how he raised a staggering $6.4 million while flipping houses and nurturing his family of six. His story isn't just a rollercoaster of investment triumphs; it's a blueprint for synchronizing the grind of a full-time job with the heartwarming chaos of children's laughter and the relentless pursuit of passion projects.With the real estate market's ups and...2024-03-1241 min