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  • #212: Jordan Downey on Real Estate, Taxes, and Business Value
    2025/05/21

    In this episode of REIA Radio, we dive into the unconventional journey of Jordan Downey—from bagging ice at his family’s plant and managing 10,000 hogs a day at Hormel, to becoming a CPA, tax firm partner, and savvy real estate investor. Jordan shares what it really takes to become a partner in a firm, how he learned to work smarter with his clients (and out-negotiate the other side), and why real estate is one of the best tax strategies for long-term wealth.

    You’ll hear how his childhood in Grand Island shaped his work ethic, how living in his father-in-law’s basement sparked his rental journey, and how he bought a trailer park in Missouri to build passive income. Plus, he drops serious gold on what most business owners miss when it comes to selling their companies—and why owning the real estate under your business might be the smartest move of all.

    It’s equal parts tax insight, business acumen, and meat processing horror stories—don’t miss it.

    If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor: like, follow, subscribe, and leave a review. Your support helps us keep digging deep with guests like Jordan and continue bringing real, no-fluff investing stories to the REIA community. We appreciate every rating and share—it makes a huge difference.

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    1 時間 43 分
  • #211: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
    2025/05/19

    This week on the REIA Radio Real Estate Rundown, Owen Dashner and Ted Kaasch get real about mindset shifts, personal growth, and what it takes to level up—both in business and in life. From burning the boats to battling imposter syndrome, this episode is packed with vulnerable, no-filter conversations that every investor (and human) can relate to.

    Owen teases the upcoming interview with CPA and real estate investor Jordan Downey—known for his next-level tax strategies and investor-first mindset. While Jordan’s full breakdown is coming in the next episode, Owen and Ted reflect on the impact of working with professionals who “eat their own cooking” and practice what they preach.

    Plus, in the Golden Nugget segment, Owen drops a killer strategy: how buying out a partner in an existing LLC can be a faster, cheaper, and smarter move than buying a deal outright. If you're scaling in multifamily, this nugget might save you six figures (and some grey hair).

    If you got value from this episode, leave us a review, follow the show, and share it with someone who needs a push to take the leap. Your support helps us keep delivering no-BS, high-impact real estate content every week.

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    30 分
  • #210: Trading 10-Hour Days for 10% Returns: Abe Garcia’s Real Estate Strategy
    2025/05/14

    In this episode of REIA Radio, we sit down with Abe Garcia—a former auto industry veteran turned real estate agent and investor—to hear how he made the leap from selling cars to selling homes… and ultimately stacking up his first two deals through creative financing. Abe opens up about leaving behind the dealership grind to spend more time with his kids, why his first deal nearly turned into a disaster (involving frozen pipes and a collapsed ceiling), and how he locked down two South Omaha properties using deferred owner financing.

    Abe breaks down exactly how he structured both deals, sold them using lease options, and now cash flows $500–$600/month—despite having no background in construction or investing. He also reflects on what he wishes he knew going in, his thoughts on refinancing vs. renegotiating, and the valuable lessons he’s learned from the school of hard knocks.

    This is a must-listen for any aspiring investor who thinks they need all the answers before jumping in. Spoiler: You don’t. You just need to get moving.

    If this episode gave you something to think about—or made you laugh, cringe, or consider that first deal—do us a solid. Leave a review, hit that follow button, and share this with another investor who needs to hear it. Every bit of support helps us keep bringing you real stories with real takeaways.

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    1 時間 40 分
  • #209: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
    2025/05/12

    In this Real Estate Rundown episode, Owen and Ted get real about the ups, downs, and hilarity that come with being a full-time investor. From holding a full-grown kid Simba-style at a Supernovas game to reliving a trainwreck of a flip that never should’ve happened, this episode’s a mix of laughs and hard-earned lessons.

    They break down why your first deal matters more than your fifth, the pitfalls of chasing cheap properties, and why margin matters more than price point. Plus, they walk through a live example of a virtual wholesaler trying to wholesale a house he's never even seen—setting the stage for a segment on bad decisions, red flags, and finding front doors that don't exist.

    And of course, Owen's Grinds My Gears segment returns with more fire.

    Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve already blown your construction budget twice this year, this one hits home.

    Love what we’re doing? Help us keep the mics on by leaving a review wherever you listen—Apple, Spotify, or wherever you tune in. Share this with a fellow investor who needs a laugh and a lesson.

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    27 分
  • #208: When Scaling Back Pays More: Terry Shanahan’s Real Estate Reality Check
    2025/05/07

    Terry Shanahan is back on REIA Radio—and this time, we’re not just celebrating growth. After amassing over 200 doors in under three years, Terry opens up about what happens after you hit your goals. Spoiler: it's not all mailbox money and freedom.

    From inherited tenant disasters and surprise $19K trash liens to burnout and “door count delusion,” Terry shares the raw, unfiltered lessons he’s learned about portfolio optimization, property management, and the real cost of rapid scaling. He also dives into the systems he built, his VA hiring playbook, lease options done right, and how to stabilize when the economy and your portfolio start wobbling.

    This isn’t just an update—it’s a crash course in what happens when you grow fast without a solid foundation.

    Connect with Terry Shanahan via Instagram @theshanahanplan

    Golden Nugget:
    “Don’t focus on how many doors you have. Focus on how well they perform.”

    Enjoying the real stories and raw lessons? Help us keep REIA Radio going strong by leaving a 5-star review. Subscribe, share, and follow us—your support keeps the conversations real and the content ad-free.

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    2 時間 1 分
  • #207: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
    2025/05/05

    In this episode of REIA Radio, Ted and Owen sit down (again) with one of the most downloaded guests in the show's history—Terry Shanahan. Terry originally wowed listeners on Episode 46 with his lightning-fast portfolio growth, and now he’s back to share what happened after the massive scaling.

    We dig deep into how Terry added over 200 doors, mostly single-family, in a short period—and what that actually looks like behind the scenes. From systematizing with VAs to documenting every task, Terry lays out a blueprint for sustainable, high-volume investing.

    The guys also dive into:

    • How to survive (and thrive) when your debt resets at 7-8%
    • Insurance insanity on large commercial conversions
    • Owner financing strategies to offload properties without the tax bite
    • The power of slow flips (yes, real cash flow without the headaches)

    Plus, Owen vents on contractors, punch lists, and the DMV in a new segment called “What Grinds My Gears.” Oh—and the elevator bill on one of their projects? Try $275,000. Welcome to real estate.

    Golden Nugget: When cash flow gets squeezed, don’t overlook debt paydown. With today's rates, it might be the safest 8% return you’ll ever get.

    If this episode gave you a new perspective or just made you laugh at our pain, leave us a 5-star review and tell us what hit home. It helps more than you think and keeps us going. Share the episode with a fellow investor or anyone who needs the raw truth behind building wealth in real estate.

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    Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com

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    36 分
  • #206: Health, Wealth, and Hard Lessons: Collin Schwartz on Leveling Up Without Burning Out
    2025/04/30

    In this episode of REIA Radio, we bring back one of our most downloaded guests ever — Collin Schwartz. A lot has changed since Collin's first appearance at Episode 16. He opens up about his insane crypto rollercoaster, losing (and almost recovering) six figures with one wrong click, and why Bud Light NFTs were a terrible investment. More importantly, Collin shares the real gold: how he's evolved mentally, physically, and financially over the last few years — from battling burnout and bad health to building better businesses and a better life.

    We talk about trusting your gut, surrounding yourself with the right people, biohacking, the realities of money versus fulfillment, and why constantly reinventing yourself isn't just smart — it's necessary. Whether you’re a beginner in real estate or 500 units deep, this is one of those "stop what you’re doing and pay attention" episodes.

    If you got even one thing out of this episode (and honestly, if you didn’t, that's a "you" problem), please leave us a five-star review. It helps keep this podcast alive, helps us bring on even bigger guests, and reminds us that we're not just talking into a void every week. Subscribe, review, and share if you're about that growth life.

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    1 時間 43 分
  • #205: The Real Estate Rundown with Owen and Ted
    2025/04/28

    In this episode of REIA Radio, the Real Estate Rundown crew — Owen Dashner, Ted Kaasch, and the ever-mysterious Aiden Bear — return for a no-holds-barred conversation about the current economic landscape and how it’s shaking up short-term rentals. Ted breaks down his Airbnb struggles, slashed prices, and why the economy’s weird vibes might be scaring off spring break travelers.

    Owen dives deep into the recent wild ride in the stock and bond markets, the impact of China dumping U.S. bonds, and how tariffs are playing whack-a-mole with your portfolio. They also dish on cryptocurrency (spoiler: not fans), and unpack why the U.S. dollar might be losing its shine.

    Next, they shift gears into a vulnerable conversation about partnerships, capital raising, and a little thing called “skin in the game.” Ted opens up about past business failures, including a limo bus company that left him empty-handed, and why he’s rethinking how he structures future deals. They also explore the legalities and mindset behind becoming a capital raiser — and why it might be Ted’s next move.

    Golden Nugget alert: the guys go full pest control with a detailed breakdown of how to spot termite damage (because one of them may or may not have spoken termites into existence — sorry, Owen). Whether you're an investor, landlord, or just trying not to get eaten alive by insects, this segment alone is worth the listen.

    Call to Action: If you got value from this episode — whether it was the financial insight, the capital raising convo, or just the pure chaos of the Real Estate Rundown crew — do us a favor. Leave a written 5-star review on Apple, Audible, or Spotify. It helps us continue what we’re doing, grow the show, and bring you more of the real, raw, unfiltered real estate talk you won’t get anywhere else.

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    35 分