Episode: The Real Estate Flip Bet (and the Sh*t House Story)

Hosts: Kyle Fernandez, Brian Preston, David Ounanian

Episode Summary:

In this entertaining and insightful episode, Kyle and Brian kick off a friendly new competition: which one can sell their property for the highest percentage over list price. The winner gets bragging rights—and a new pair of Gucci shoes (or a nice stack of cash).

You'll also hear the wild backstory of “The Sht House”*—a property so neglected it nearly got condemned—and how Kyle and Brian transformed it into a showpiece.

Throughout the conversation, they share key insights about their latest big investment moves and the lessons they’ve learned scaling from single-family homes to large multifamily deals.

What We Cover:

• The structure of their friendly flip competition
• The incredible turnaround of the "Sh*t House" property
• Their recent $10.1M purchase of a 104-unit apartment complex
• Why they are shifting their portfolio away from single-family homes
• Using mailers and relationships to find off-market deals
• How a strong rehab adds real value to a property
• Market dynamics in St. Louis today

Key Quotes:

"The shttier the house, the better the deal."

"Of course, the day we closed on the 104-unit complex, tornadoes hit. Real estate will always teach you something."

Closing Thought:

This episode is full of practical investment wisdom, honest stories from the trenches, and a good dose of humor. Whether you're an experienced investor or new to the game, there’s something here for everyone.

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📅 Episode: From Burnout to Breakthrough: How One Realtor Built a System That Wins

🎧 Hosts: Kyle Fernandez, Brian Preston, David Ounanian

🎤 Featured Guest: David Ounanian (author of the new real estate investing book)

🔥 Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode, the Elevate and Execute crew celebrates co-host David Ounanian and the launch of his new book—a real-world guide to helping everyday people break into real estate investing. David shares how he went from a traditional 9–5 career to building a high-performing system for investors and agents alike.

You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes story of why he wrote the book, how he created a formula to make investing profitable for everyone involved, and what it really takes to bring a self-published book to life. Full of insight, honesty, and hustle, this episode is essential for anyone trying to level up their business and life.

📚 What You’ll Learn:

• Why traditional financial planning falls short for ambitious investors
• How David’s real estate system creates wins for agents and investors
• A step-by-step look at how he self-published on Amazon
• The discipline of writing before 6 AM—and how small habits create big results
• Why every entrepreneur should consider writing a book

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In this powerful episode, Kyle, Brian, and David take on one of the most important questions for your financial future: Should you rely on a 401(k) or real estate to retire? With real-life experience and real numbers, they break down the long-term impact of both investment vehicles—from returns and risks to cash flow and control.

If you’ve ever wondered whether that retirement account from your 9-to-5 is really going to get you where you want to go—or if you’re ready to start thinking like a true investor—this episode is your wake-up call.

• What the average return is from the S&P 500 vs. real estate
• Why appreciation alone doesn’t tell the full story
• How leverage and cash flow completely change the retirement math
• The hidden risks of relying only on your 401(k)
• How one $100,000 house could outperform a retirement account—by 3X
• The importance of smart partnerships and experienced operators in multifamily deals

Ready to rethink your financial future? Subscribe, share this episode, and connect with us as we dive deeper into real estate, investing, and wealth-building each week.