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The Nick Huber ShowHow entrepreneurship can birth real estate empiresHow almost all real-estate empires were started. The answer? Entrepreneurship. After that, Nick talks about his own portfolio of self-storage and how his investing, operating, and underwriting practices have evolved over time. This episode was originally posted on June 27, 2023 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my...2025-04-1510 minThe Nick Huber ShowFinding true market rent and how to generate huge revenueThis episode is a rerun from one of the most downloaded episodes in The Nick Huber Show. I share my strategy on how I find true market rent and generate huge revenue. This episode was originally posted on May 18, 2022 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my c...2025-03-1712 minThe Nick Huber ShowThe truth about real estate wealthMany early-career professionals rush into real estate, chasing wealth without fully understanding the challenges. In this episode of the Nick Huber Show, I reveal where real estate wealth truly comes from and how to pursue it wisely. This episode was originally posted on December 27, 2021 Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want...2024-12-2411 minThe Nick Huber ShowWhy real estate should be the end goal for every entrepreneurMany people attempt to get into real estate without having adequate cash reserves saved up. That’s why it’s crucial to start a business first to generate the initial capital needed for your first deal. That said, in this episode of The Nick Huber Show, I explain why real estate should still be the ultimate goal for every entrepreneur. This episode was originally posted on March 6, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on...2024-11-1817 minThe Nick Huber ShowA reflection on what is really important in lifeNick discussed the recent struggle of being a dad and dealing with the chaos of 3 kids in the house. This episode was originally posted on September 12, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this video? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: https://www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more o...2024-10-2116 min
The Sweaty StartupThe importance of Content in your Business WebsiteIn this clip, join Nick, and Barrett on how to get found on Google with SEO! They cover the fundamentals of content in your website and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses. If you are interested in SEO for your company, check us out at https://www.boldseo.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.n...2024-09-2509 minThe Nick Huber ShowThe Nuts and Bolts of closing a dealIn this episode, Jerimiah Lancaster, my co-founder at one of my business (https://hubermethod.com) and I talked about the basic practical details of closing a deal. We cover useful tips to help you close that deal! Special thanks to our sponsor Huber Method: Giving your team the knowledge, skills, processes and tools that they need to become deal-winners. Click here to know more: https://hubermethod.com Thanks for listening! If you or someone that you know needs a cost segregation and depreciation study...2024-09-2316 minThe Sweaty StartupTips on how to make Google notice your business websiteIn this clip, join Nick, and Barrett on how to get found on Google with SEO! They cover the fundamentals of link building and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses. If you are interested in SEO for your company, check us out at https://www.boldseo.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/n...2024-09-1815 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to Delegate with Nick Huber and Sieva KozinskyIn this video Sieva Kozinsky and I discuss why delegation is the key to leverage and growth for all businesses. We talk about how we’ve personally used https://www.somewhere.com to hire 50+ employees over the last few years and how you can too. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of...2024-09-1213 minThe Sweaty StartupSet your site up for SEO and WinIn this clip, join Nick, and Barrett on how to get found on Google with SEO! They cover the fundamentals of link building and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses. If you are interested in SEO for your company, check us out at https://www.boldseo.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/n...2024-09-1009 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow Entrepreneurship Can Birth Real Estate EmpiresHow almost all real-estate empires were started. The answer? Entrepreneurship. After that, Nick talks about his own portfolio of self-storage and how his investing, operating, and underwriting practices have evolved over time. If you own real estate and want a free proposal on what you might be able to save, just head to https://www.recostseg.com and fill out the form on our site. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay...2024-06-1309 minThe Nick Huber ShowTactical Tips To Control Sales CallsHey everyone, this is a short clip from a recent workshop that I did with my friend and business partner, Jerimiah Lancaster. Jerimiah breaks downs a few helpful tips on how to better control sales calls to improve outcomes for your business. Jerimiah runs the Huber Method which is my sales and executive coaching business. If you want to work with him directly, just go to the site and fill out the form here: www.hubermethod.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I th...2024-03-1810 minThe Nick Huber ShowElevate Your Sales Game with the Huber Method Pt. 2In this episode, Jerimiah Lancaster, my co-founder at one of my businesses (https://hubermethod.com) We cover useful tips including The Huber Method. We talked about the importance of operating from a position of leverage, showcasing expertise, and managing expectations in sales. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to...2024-03-1111 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow to Sell with Nick Huber and Jerimiah LancasterThis event was brought to you by www.hubermethod.com Want to win at life and business? Sales is the key. Every moment of life, from the interaction with your kids to the interaction with your customers and employees is a sales opportunity. You are convincing other people to buy from you, follow you and trust you. In this workshop Nick and Jerimiah cover: -How to structure a sales interaction -What to say and when -How to build tr...2024-03-0854 minThe Sweaty StartupHiring and Delegation 101 with Nick Huber & Shaan Puri | Brought to you by SupportShepherd.comThis content was brought to you by supportshepherd.com In this 1 hour workshop, Nick and Shaan discuss the power of hiring, leadership, delegation, management and more to grow your business. Whether you work for yourself or are working to earn more money at your W2, Nick and Shaan explain why delegation is the key to leverage and growth. If you are interested in making a new hire for your team, check out www.supportshepherd.com to learn more. Thanks for watching! Like this video? I thi...2024-02-2654 minThe Nick Huber ShowElevate Your Sales Game with the Huber Method Pt. 1In this episode, Jerimiah Lancaster, my co-founder at one of my businesses (https://hubermethod.com) This is Part 1. We cover useful tips including The Huber Method. We talked about the importance of operating from a position of leverage, showcasing expertise, and managing expectations in sales. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter ...2024-02-1911 minThe Nick Huber ShowThe 5 Levers of Bonus DepreciationHere's a clip of my friend and business partner Mitchell Baldridge explaining how bonus depreciation works and how that can lead to tax savings and deferrals. If you want to learn more about cost seg or get a study done on your property, just visit Https://www.recostseg.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhube...2024-02-0509 minThe Sweaty StartupHow To Attract The Right People & Delay GratificationIn this clip I talk about how my content is a funnel to attract the right people. Customers, operators, employees, investors. That’s why I post. My messaging is all about bringing the right people in the door to do business with me. The second thing we talk about is the concept of your career as a snowball and why delayed gratification is the best way to succeed Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to bui...2024-01-3108 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow To Deal With Headwinds & Achieve What You WantThis is a short clip where Kyle and I talk about the headwinds in CRE and how we’re both dealing with them then we transition to talking about life advice and how to get what you want. I share a few things that really helped me coming up that might be helpful to you as well. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. S...2024-01-2908 minThe Sweaty StartupHow I Think About Work, Leverage, and Building an Audience OnlineEarly on in my career I crushed myself. I'd work 70 hours per week and run myself into the ground. Today, I'm focused on high-leverage, high-value work. Recruiting, fundraising, selling, building distribution, sending leads to my companies etc. It's less about my total hours worked vs how many good decisions I can make inside of my org. This clip talks about that + how I think about building an audience online Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how...2024-01-2512 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow I envision myselfHere's a clip talking about how I want to be known for and the legacy I want to leave for my kids and the next generation. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my conte...2024-01-2207 minThe Sweaty StartupHow I Started and Sold Storage Squad in College Which Lead to My R.E. JourneyThis is the story of how I started a simple pick up and student storage moving business with my friend and now longtime business partner Dan Hagberg in college. This was never our plan but the opportunity presented itself and we decided to go all in. Through a lot of grit and hard work, we ended up building the company to multiple 7 figures in revenue and eventually exited in 2020. This business taught me almost everything I know about how to operate, hire, manage, delegate, and succeed. It later led me to real-estate and self-storage which c...2024-01-1711 minThe Nick Huber Show9 minutes on how we went from 1 to 60+ locations at Bolt StorageHere's a clip talking about how we found and bought our first big self storage deal at public auction and what we did after to continue acquiring properties over the years. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Wa...2024-01-1511 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to build a valuable business that sell - Part 2In this clip, I talk with my friend Sieva Kozinsky about experiencing success and building a business that can sell. This is part 2. Check out the first part here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hKGK4XrjR17AONKSyVnjd?si=c00e27f0a5b0473e Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want t...2024-01-1010 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow I raised capital - The Huber Method way Pt.2In this episode, Jerimiah Lancaster, my co-founder at one of my businesses (https://hubermethod.com), posed a question about my capital-raising experience. We cover useful tips including The Huber Method. This is Part 2, you can check the first part here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3xtHGLqDK9BkTEbqiXi2hQ?si=1d311fd1f80b4340 Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K...2024-01-0913 minThe Sweaty StartupThe Key to scale your business - DelegationIn this clip, I talk with my friend Sieva Kozinsky about our experience in scaling our business. We cover useful tips about hiring and cultivating meaningful partnerships. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want mo...2023-12-2012 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to build a valuable business that sell - Part 1In this clip, I talk with my friend Sieva Kozinsky about experiencing success and building a business that sell. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup everywhere: Say hel...2023-12-1315 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow I raised capital - The Huber Method wayIn this episode, Jeremiah, co-founder at one of my business (https://hubermethod.com), posed a question about my capital-raising experience. We cover useful tips including The Huber Method. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of...2023-12-1114 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to manage new hiresThe most powerful thing that you can do when an employee shows up with a problem is ask "what would you do?" As soon as you ask, you'll get a look inside of their mind to see whether or not they have what it takes to solve problems at scale. P.S. this is a clip from a workshop I did with Shaan Puri for Support Shepherd. You can get a copy of the full recording by clicking this link - https://youtu.be/lQ3-QlAmZPk Thanks for listening! ...2023-12-0608 minThe Nick Huber ShowLearn this Short-Term Rental LoopholeIn this clip, Mitchell Baldridge and I explain Short-Term Rental Loopholes. We cover useful tips specially for Airbnb host and more. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content?2023-12-0410 minThe Sweaty StartupHow I'm Building My Holding CompanyIn this clip, I talk with Chris Powers about how I'm building my holding company and all of my businesses Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup everywhere: Say...2023-11-2911 minThe Nick Huber ShowWhat is Depreciation and Bonus Depreciation in Real Estate?In this clip, Mitchell Baldridge and I explain what depreciation and bonus depreciation is in real estate.We cover useful lifespans, how to calculate depreciation, bonus depreciation, and more. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want mor...2023-11-2711 minThe Sweaty StartupGet your business Found on GoogleIn this episode, join Nick, Barrett, and Simon for a workshop on how to get your business found on Google with SEO! They cover the fundamentals of link building and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses. They discuss: -How Google ranks companies -Organic rankings -Map pack -Off-page vs On-page SEO -How to structure your web page to rank -The importance of Google Reviews and how to get them Things you can do to rank higher: ...2023-11-221h 06The Sweaty StartupThe Best Way to Find 10X TalentThe best founders don't "hope" to magically stumble upon great talent for their companies. They hunt for it. They actively search for top talent and make them an offer they can't refuse. P.S. this is a clip from a workshop I did with Shaan Puri for Support Shepherd. You can get a copy of the full recording by clicking this link - https://youtu.be/lQ3-QlAmZPk Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form...2023-11-1507 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow to Sell with Jerimiah LancasterI recently hosted a live workshop with my friend Jerimiah Lancaster, who is the founding partner with me of the sales coaching business called HuberMethod.com. we discussed the fundamentals of sales including: -Why speed wins deals. -Why timing is everything. -Why owner sales is better than hired sales for your first $1M in revenue. -Why confidence is key and how to build it. -How to qualify the target BEFORE a meeting. -How to use “Game tape” to improve your sales. -Nick’...2023-11-131h 09The Sweaty StartupHow to Delegate with Shaan PuriIn this episode, Shaan Puri and I discuss why delegation is the key to leverage and growth for all businesses. We talk about how we’ve personally used https://www.supportshepherd.com to hire 50+ employees over the last few years and how you can too. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of...2023-11-081h 06The Nick Huber ShowReal Estate Tax 101 Workshop With RE Cost SegIn today’s video, Mitchell Baldrige and I discuss the ins and outs of real estate taxes. We talk about cost segregation, bonus depreciation, real estate professional status, short-term rentals, and more. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio 2023-11-061h 00The Nick Huber ShowSharing my operations, deal sourcing and more!Nick answers questions about his operations, underwriting, deal sourcing and more! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup everywhere: Say hello on X: www.x.com/sweat...2023-10-3016 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow much money does a self storage facility produce - Deal BreakdownIn this episode of the Nick Huber Show, I delve into our property management startup's journey in acquiring a rural Pennsylvania self-storage facility. Despite initial challenges and a purchase price of $1.3 million, smart financing, strategic improvements, and tax deductions led to a substantial increase in the property's value, generating approximately $1 million in enterprise value within just 9 months. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week...2023-10-2313 minThe Sweaty StartupThe hardest part about entrepreneurshipEverybody wants the reward, but not everybody wants the process. That's what makes entrepreneurship difficult and challenging. You'll be working for countless hours and only see the results after 3, 5, to 10 years. It's hard and difficult but that's where real entrepreneurs thrive. Listen to the full episode as I share about the hardest part about entrepreneurship. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nick...2023-10-1810 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow to get a job at a RE firmIf you’ve ever asked yourself how to start investing in real estate, for starters, you need to get around people doing what you’re wanting to do. One way to go about this is to get a job, and I'm going to tell you how to get one at a real estate private equity company. That’s it for now. These 10 videos and the rest of my YouTube channel and podcast will teach you everything I know about how to build wealth and succeed through entrepreneurship and real-estate. Additionally, If you are...2023-10-1612 minThe Sweaty StartupThe necessary tools for starting a businessWe talk about the tools that you can utilize that are either free or cheap as you begin to offer your service and hit the market. From Websites to Google’s Suite of free business products we discuss everything you need. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click h...2023-10-1117 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow to get started in real estatePeople always ask: “how do I get started in real estate investing?" and my initial reaction is how much cash do you have? Because most people's mistake is that they don’t accumulate enough before they think about getting into real estate. You can buy all the online real estate courses you want, but if you don’t understand a few basic principles first, there’s really no point. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how...2023-10-0916 minThe Sweaty StartupHow do yo know if you are working smart of working hardThere is a difference. One makes you successful and earns you a lot of money - and one ends in frustration and doesn't produce results. Join me, Barrett, and Simon for a workshop on how to get found on Google with SEO. We’re going to cover the basics of link building and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses. Click here to register: https://lu.ma/v9z53gxb Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write...2023-10-0414 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow self storage investing worksWay back in early 2015, I planned and developed my self-storage business with my partner Dan. It took a total of 2 years to prepare and set this thing up right. In May 2017, we opened our doors for business with 5 outside investors. Fast forward to when I made this video, we had 4,930 self-storage units, 24 properties, 642,000 sq/ft all in properties in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Connecticut, and aren’t stopping there. With four acquisition employees, we were making offers in Georgia, Kentucky, and Indiana, and our goal was to have 50 units in 30+ states. Thanks for listening!...2023-09-2514 minThe Sweaty StartupThriving under pressure and managing stressThis episode of the Sweaty Startup is based around the concepts in the book The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday. A great read and I encourage you to pick it up. Ryan discussed about stress. Stress is part of entrepreneurship. The unexpected hits you and problems arise around every bend. Managing that isn’t easy but there are some steps you can take to thrive under difficult situations. Winning in business is about managing your emotions and making good decisions under pressure. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I...2023-09-2019 minThe Nick Huber ShowThe secret to finding deals and acquiring real estateWhen it comes to investing in real estate, do you want to know what my secret is to finding the best deals? This videos covers the tools that I use and a bunch of important tips and tricks. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: w...2023-09-1812 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow to raise more money for your dealsIn this episode I talk about one of my favorite and effective real estate investment strategies. Whether or not you’re a seasoned investor or new to the game, one of the most important things to be able to do is sell to LPs. Here’s exactly how to do it. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter...2023-09-1110 minThe Sweaty StartupWhy a High Stress Tolerance is Essential For EntrepreneurshipStress is relative. Here’s why I’m no longer as stressed out when things get “hard” or go wrong in my business today. This is my story of one of the hardest moments in my early entrepreneurial career. At the time, I thought the experience would break me. Today, I'm incredibly grateful because a lot seems "easy" compared to that. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each...2023-09-0611 minThe Nick Huber ShowReal estate tax 101 - How to defer taxes as a real estate investorIn today’s video, Mitchell Baldrige and I discuss the ins and outs of real estate taxes. We talk about cost segregation, bonus depreciation, real estate professional status, short-term rentals, and more. If you are watching this video and need a cost segregation study done for your property, please visit https://recostseg.com and our team will help you out. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth a...2023-09-041h 04The Nick Huber ShowInterview with Chris Powers of Fort CapitalIn this episode, I sit down with my friend and mentor Chris Powers of Fort Capital who specializes in industrial real estate in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Chris is a serial entrepreneur with more than 16 years of real estate development and investment experience. He founded Fort Capital in 2005, and to date, the company has invested over $584M in Class B industrial, commercial, multifamily, student housing, and residential/land development projects throughout the state of Texas. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think...2023-08-281h 40The Sweaty StartupWhy Making Money is a Good ThingEveryone says that making money doesn’t matter until you want to buy a house or move to be closer to family or have a safe, functional car or eat where you want to eat or go on a vacation or a family member gets sick and needs help. Then money really matters a lot! This is my 2 cents on why making money is a good thing. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build...2023-08-2309 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow Real Estate Private Equity WorksIs real estate a good investment? The short answer is, yes! Now, when it comes to structuring a real estate private equity deal, there are some details that need to be considered. Here, I talk about how a real estate private equity firm is structured and give you some more good, need to know terminology. Join Mitchell Baldridge and Nick Huber, two leading experts in real estate investing and taxation, as they delve into the complex world of real estate tax strategies. Register through this link https://lu.ma/yjt2j85q ...2023-08-2114 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to generate money while you sleepAs an entrepreneur, you need to own an asset. You want time plus your asset to make you money. Not your time plus your energy to make you money. This episode originally aired on July 21, 2022 Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nic...2023-08-1609 minThe Nick Huber ShowThe Terminology You Need to KnowEvery industry has their own language with acronyms, industry terminology, and jargon. Real estate is no different. In this video, I go through the key terms anyone new to the market needs to know. Join Mitchell Baldridge and Nick Huber, two leading experts in real estate investing and taxation, as they delve into the complex world of real estate tax strategies. Register through this link https://lu.ma/yjt2j85q Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsle...2023-08-1415 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to Delegate The Right WayIn business, there are two levels of delegation. Tasks and decisions. Here’s exactly how you can go from level 1 delegation (tasks) to level 2 delegation (decisions) over time. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my conte...2023-08-0906 minThe Nick Huber ShowWho is Nick and Why Should You Trust Him?I’ve been creating content for years but this was my first episode of the Nick Huber show. At the time, we had 24 self storage facilities, 642,000 square feet, and almost 5,000 units (4,930) Bolt Storage was operating in four different states: Ohio, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and New York. Our operations division had 9 employees and our acquisitions division had 4. In 2021, my partner and I sold Storage Squad for seven figures, giving us the opportunity to rebrand under Bolt Storage, allowing us to grow at the rate we have been. Join Mitchell Baldridge and Nick Huber, two l...2023-08-0708 minThe Sweaty StartupYou Don’t Need To Reinvent The Wheel To Make Money as an EntrepreneurNew idea entrepreneurship is hard. Educating a market on a new way to live or work is hard. Raising money is hard. The risk is high and the odds of success are low. Here’s why you don’t need to reinvent the wheel to make money as an entrepreneur. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Wan...2023-08-0207 minThe Nick Huber ShowWhy I Stopped Posting on Reddit & Joined TwitterThis is a short story about how my now good friend, Moses Kagan convinced me to join Twitter back in 2019. It's been a wild ride and I haven’t look back since! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio 2023-07-3105 minThe Sweaty StartupEntrepreneurship isn't as fun as everyone thinks it isEntrepreneurship isn't all glamour; it's about solving problems and dealing with constant challenges. I faced sleepless nights, overwhelming stress, and even a breakdown, but these experiences have shaped me and taught me invaluable lessons on this journey. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/p...2023-07-2613 minThe Nick Huber ShowManagement fees and why building a sustainable management company is importantI talk about why more real estate GPs need to consider raising their management fees in order to run a more sustainable firm. This episode originally aired on August 02,2022. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content?2023-07-2412 minThe Sweaty StartupHow the wealthiest people that I know startedThe way the world portrays and views people like Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg, Entrepreneurship seems flashy, new, and revolutionary. That’s not exactly what it is for the majority of entrepreneurs, however. Smart people who have good ideas think they have to bring on a bunch of outside investments, big ideas, or a lot of people to their idea. What it really takes is seizing opportunities and carving a small piece out of the pie. Watch to learn more! This episode originally aired on July 27, 2022 Thanks for listening! 2023-07-1905 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow To Make Key Decisions & Manage StressEntrepreneurship involves a multitude of decisions, with some being critical and others more minor, but making mistakes is inevitable. The key lies in focusing on the core decisions that can make or break the company, managing expectations, and accepting that stress is an integral part of striving for success and taking risks. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/ne...2023-07-1708 minThe Sweaty StartupHow SupportShepherd Changed My LifeIn 2021, my life changed forever when I became an investor and customer of Shepherd, a recruitment company, enabling me to hire three talented employees from the Philippines who now play key roles in my real estate company's customer service team, managing 12 representatives and providing support to our customers. Through Shepherd's assistance, we have gained a competitive advantage by accessing overseas talent and expanding our workforce to 45 employees. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to buil...2023-07-1205 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow Twitter Supercharged My Life as an EntrepreneurThere is nothing on earth more powerful than the internet. Here’s how I used Twitter and my email newsletter to scale my portfolio of brands into what they are today. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want...2023-07-1009 minThe Sweaty StartupWhy I Hate Tech StartupsI received a question from Frank, asking me "What's the beef with tech?" In this episode of Sweaty Startup, join me as I'm going to answer this awesome question. This episode originally aired on May 18, 2022 Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nic...2023-07-0517 minThe Sweaty StartupBusiness hacks to pay less taxesIn this video, Nick Huber and Mitchell Baldridge, CPA, discuss tax efficiency and things you can do to defer and pay less taxes. From section 179 to QSBS to retirement accounts, they cover the things you MUST KNOW if you run a small business. If you want to learn more about Nick and Mitchell’s tax related companies, check out RE Cost Seg, Tax Credit Hunter and Better Bookkeeping. Here's the Twitter thread mentioned about QBI optimization: https://twitter.com/baldridgecpa/status/1473299291607289862?s=20 Timestamps: 03:59 - S-C...2023-06-2855 minThe Nick Huber ShowHow Entrepreneurship Can Birth Real Estate EmpiresHow almost all real-estate empires were started. The answer? Entrepreneurship. After that, Nick talks about his own portfolio of self-storage and how his investing, operating, and underwriting practices have evolved over time. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio ...2023-06-2709 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to find your most profitable workHow you chose to spend your time makes all the difference. Doing an 80/20 analysis can help you figure out what 20% of your efforts generate 80% of your results. This episode originally aired on June 7, 2022. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/po...2023-06-2209 minThe Sweaty StartupThe secret to building a sustainable businessThis episode originally aired on June 30th, 2022. I'm sharing the secret how to scale your business and make it sustainable. Dominate the service-base business and build your empire! Join us on June 20, 2023, for a 1 hour workshop on top tax saving strategies for small businesses with CPA Mitchell Baldridge. From section 179 to QSBS to retirement accounts, we'll cover the things you MUST KNOW if you run a small business. Click here to register 👉 https://lu.ma/qal9t07o Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think...2023-06-1508 minThe Nick Huber ShowProperty management - the X factorIn this episode of The Nick Huber Show, I'll discuss property management—an essential aspect to consider when venturing into real estate. Many beginners overlook its significance when evaluating property listings, focusing solely on underwriting and minor details. However, property management often involves handling an answering service, overseeing facility check-ins, and more. To begin, I suggest taking on the role of a part-time employee and serving as the answering service, gradually expanding and acquiring knowledge to hire suitable employees. As your real estate portfolio grows, you'll naturally grasp the vital role property management plays. Tune in for today's episode!...2023-06-0510 minThe Nick Huber ShowSmall Business Tax 101 - How to defer taxes as a small business ownerToday’s video is part 2 of my recent discussion with my friend, CPA and business partner Mitchell Baldrige all about real estate taxes. If you want to see part 1 where we talk about cost segregation, bonus depreciation, real estate professional status, short term rentals, and more, please click here 👉https://youtu.be/3v_hFH9yr68 In part 2, Mitchell and I discuss 1031 exchanges, step-up basis, opportunity zones, tax credits and a whole lot more! I hope that you enjoy. Additionally, if you are watching this video and need a cost...2023-05-2940 minThe Nick Huber ShowReal estate tax 101 - How to defer taxes as a real estate investorIn today’s video, Mitchell Baldrige and I discuss the ins and outs of real estate taxes. We talk about cost segregation, bonus depreciation, real estate professional status, short-term rentals, and more. If you are listening this episode and need a cost segregation study done for your property, please visit recostseg.com and our team will help you out FREE PDF - How to analyze a property and know what it's worth: https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03 Special thanks to the sponsors: https://Titanrisk.com...2023-05-2252 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to make great decisions in times of uncertainty with radical open-mindednessDo you find yourself struggling to make good decisions in tough times? In this exciting episode of The Sweaty Startup. I'm doing a rerun of one of my favorite episodes about the topic of having a Radical Mindedness. This helped me and I believe this will help you too! Enjoy! Join the two leading experts in real estate investing and taxation, Nick Huber and Mitchell Baldridge this May 18th as they delve into the complex world of real estate tax strategies. Reserve your spot here: https://lu.ma/ahdkb6uu Thanks for listening!2023-05-1712 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to hire a CEO for your small businessI'm going to talk about hiring your replacement. Maybe you're growing. Maybe there's an opportunity to scale up, do more, go to the town next door, do more stuff, different stuff, whatever it might be. I've been there, and I’m going through it now with our real estate private equity company that we're building. And I just want to talk a little bit about some mistakes that I see people make all the time when it comes to hiring executive-level management. Join the two leading experts in real estate investing and taxation, Nick Huber and...2023-05-1012 minThe Nick Huber ShowFinding true market rent and how to generate huge revenueThis episode is a rerun from one of the most downloaded episodes in The Nick Huber Show. I share my strategy on how I find true market rent and generate huge revenue. Join the two leading experts in real estate investing and taxation, Nick Huber and Mitchell Baldridge this May 18th as they delve into the complex world of real estate tax strategies. Reserve your spot here: https://lu.ma/ahdkb6uu FREE PDF - How to analyze a property and know what it's worth: https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03 2023-05-0813 minThe Sweaty StartupWhy business friendly locations aren't always the best opportunitiesYou often hear, "Living in a business-friendly state, is an advantage". That's why many entrepreneurs settle down in not-too-competitive locations to start a business. However, business-friendly locations do not mean profit! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want m...2023-05-0310 minThe Sweaty StartupBeat 'Analysis Paralysis' and start achievingI'm sharing how to get unstuck in "analysis paralysis". Deciding which business opportunity to pursue is extremely difficult. The resources to study are endless and there is never a perfect moment. This episode will help you get over that hump and start something. Check the show notes here: https://sweatystartup.com/the-sweaty-startup/ Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter...2023-04-2614 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to do what you say you're going to doWhen it comes to entrepreneurship, big or small business ownership, you hear the same advice all the time: Do what you say you are going to do, and you will succeed as a business owner. It sounds so easy, but the real problem is that most of us are terrible at managing expectations. It’s bad business advice to just do what you said you’d do regardless of the evolving circumstances. Find out in this episode what to do instead! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I thin...2023-04-1909 minThe Sweaty StartupWhy business-friendly areas don't always present the best opportunitiesYou hear often, "Living in a business-friendly state, is an advantage". That's why a lot of entrepreneurs settle down in not-too-competitive locations to start a business. However, business-friendly locations do not mean profit! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio ...2023-04-1211 minThe Sweaty StartupExecution is better than ideasIf you've been to Pitch Competitions, you would be familiar with these questions, "What makes you different?" and "What makes you better?". As someone who successfully sold a company that I built with my business partner and currently running a real estate private equity firm. I can definitely say it's not what makes you different. It's about the execution. You don't need to complicate stuff. You just have to keep it simple and execute! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a lo...2023-03-2906 minThe Sweaty StartupFocus - The key to business successThe thing about business and entrepreneurship is that there's a sweet spot that's really hard to find which is to find a profitable business model. In this episode, I'm going to share what you can do if you found your business model and make it successful! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see a...2023-03-2207 minThe Sweaty StartupTwo business principles that helped me maximize my outputTime is your most valuable resource and in this episode, we will discuss where you should spend it. I'm going to share my favorite business principles that I believe would help you maximize your output this year! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/p...2023-03-1511 minThe Sweaty StartupHow self-doubt sabotages youOne of the toughest things about life is that if you have self-doubt, and insecurity and you think that you're not good enough, that manifests itself and holds you back so significantly. I know you are familiar with insecurity and that's what we're going to talk about in this episode. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter 2023-03-0808 minThe Sweaty StartupA study guide to help you become a better entrepreneurIn this short episode of the Sweaty Startup, I want to ask questions that would enable you to evaluate and get you back on track. Take some time and answer these questions and be a better entrepreneur. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/p...2023-03-0109 minThe Sweaty StartupHire fast, fire fasterIf you are the owner of a company or the manager of a division, this episode is for you. As a guy who has hired over 500 people and fired probably seven people. I'm going to tell you something that's very important and you need to hear it. I'm talking about that employee that always seems to let you down, always seems to make these small little mistakes. Listen up, you need to let them go. Find out more about how to Hire fast and Fire faster in this episode! Thanks for li...2023-02-2211 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to empower your employees to make decisionsDelegation is not only important for Real Estate, but it is so incredibly important for small businesses and operations. In my experience as an entrepreneur and a business owner, I’ve come to the conclusion that there are two levels of delegation, and I’m going to share it here in this episode. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newslett...2023-02-1515 minThe Sweaty StartupMy entrepreneurship journeyYou may know me as someone who bought over $50 million worth of self-storage in 2021 but I sure started small. I didn't start with a get-rich-quick idea. From mowing lawns at the age of 13 to now owning 62 self-storage properties with my business partner. It's been a journey and I'm going to share my story. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/news...2023-02-0820 minThe Sweaty StartupThe two reasons causing your top employees to dislike their jobThe reasons why the best employees might dislike their job could be diverse and complex, but two reasons that I notice are: #1: Indecisiveness from above - a boss that doesn’t make decisions or take quick action. #2: Being surrounded by C players - colleagues who drag others down and coast along at work. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.ni...2023-02-0113 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to properly fire an employeeThis is one of the most uncomfortable parts of being a business owner and why a lot of people don't want to be one. In this episode, I'm going to share how to fire an employee the right way. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.n...2023-01-2512 minThe Sweaty StartupConquering the Messy Middle - The Key to Startup SuccessIn this episode of The Sweaty Startup, I will discuss the most challenging aspect of creating a thriving and successful startup. I believe it is crucial for entrepreneurs to experience this difficult phase, and how they navigate it will determine their overall success. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my co...2023-01-1810 minThe Sweaty StartupWhy entrepreneurship culture is terribleA little quick episode about what sucks in entrepreneurship culture. I’ve been trying to be positive and avoid being negative. So, let me rant for a bit. I notice lately how the media are romanticizing the idea of building a “start-up” business and gaining hype around starting a business with these “new” ideas. Frankly, I call BS. Find out more about why Entrepreneurship Culture is terrible in this episode! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to buil...2023-01-1112 minThe Sweaty StartupMaking money is a skill you need to developIn this episode we're going to talk about money. I was raised to think about money differently than most people. My parents taught me the value of money, how hard you have to work for money, and how money is the means to an end. Money doesn't have to be the end goal, but it can be what allows you to reach your end goal. Find out more how important Money Making skill is in this episode! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love...2023-01-0416 minThe Sweaty StartupFire that crappy employees in a legacy businessNick discusses the hardest part of buying any business - in real estate or services - and why it's so important that you do the work that needs to be done to rebuild the culture. This episode is a cross-post from my other podcast about self storage and real estate! Follow my other podcast! The Nick Huber Show: https://spoti.fi/3AM8aoE Check the show notes here: https://sweatystartup.com/the-sweaty-startup/ Join our Real Estate community: https://sweatystartup.com/rec Special thanks to the sp...2022-09-1411 minThe Sweaty StartupI spent the weekend with multi-millionairesNick went to Raleigh NC for an entrepreneur meet up with 24 other folks. In this episode he discusses the takeaways and what he learned from the experience. This episode is a cross-post from my other podcast about self storage and real estate! Follow my other podcast! The Nick Huber Show: https://spoti.fi/3AM8aoE Check the show notes here: https://sweatystartup.com/the-sweaty-startup/ Join our Real Estate community: https://sweatystartup.com/rec Special thanks to the sponsor: https://launchkits.com/sweaty We ha...2022-08-2419 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to raise good kids and protecting yourself from Real Estate bankruptcyNick discusses raising good kids and how hard it can be when striving to earn generational wealth, how to protect the downside in real estate, and how to think about advice you get through the lens of the person giving you the advice Follow my other podcast! The Nick Huber Show: https://spoti.fi/3AM8aoE Check the show notes here: https://sweatystartup.com/the-sweaty-startup/ Join our Real Estate community: https://sweatystartup.com/rec Special thanks to the sponsor: https://launchkits.com/sweaty We...2022-08-0321 minThe Sweaty StartupMy journey and how I got started in Real EstateNick tells the story of how he started his first moving company and how it lead to doing his first deal. Listen to the whole episode to find out more! Follow my other podcast! The Nick Huber Show: https://spoti.fi/3AM8aoE Check the show notes here: https://sweatystartup.com/the-sweaty-startup/ Join our Real Estate community: https://sweatystartup.com/rec Special thanks to the sponsor: https://launchkits.com/sweaty We have a reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/sweatystartup/ Tw...2022-07-1327 minThe Sweaty StartupI have big newsThings are changing fast in my world! I have hired 8 folks from the Philippines using https://www.supportshepherd.com/. I launched a new podcast today called The Nick Huber Show. Apple podcasts: https://apple.co/3r9O5BW Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Ta5IoC Show notes: https://sweatystartup.com/the-nick-huber-show/ Also a real estate community: https://sweatystartup.com/rec/2021-07-1406 min
The Sweaty StartupWho is Nick and Why Should You Trust Him? | The Nick Huber ShowIs real estate a good investment? Yes! But why trust a random stranger on the internet? Well, you shouldn’t. I am just a 32 year old guy chasing some massive deals and learning as I go. With that being said, I have a unique background for real estate that I think is extremely valuable and worth sharing. I come from an operations background of marketing, hiring, organizing and management oversight, all of which has given me a serious competitive advantage in real estate. In 2011, my buddy Dan and I started a small business called Storage Squ...2021-07-1107 minThe Sweaty StartupHow to build a self storage empire - Nick's interview on The Fort PodcastNick was invited on The Fort podcast to talk about his journey into real estate and how he is building a self storage empire. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/re-73-nick-huber-self-storage-sweaty-businesses/id1410549811?i=1000490575900?i=10004905759002020-09-091h 11