Episodes
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297: Simplicity is Sophistication: The Apple Way to Hyperscale Your Brokerage - Oliver Graf
In this high-energy episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik welcomes Oliver Graf, the visionary behind Big Block Realty. Based in sunny San Diego, Big Block Realty has consistently ranked as one of the top real estate teams in the nation by sales volume and holds the #1 spot in...
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296: Mastering the 1031 Exchange to Build Generational Wealth - Sean Ross
In this deep-dive episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Sean Ross, CEO of 1031X. With over 32 years of industry experience, Sean’s firm is one of the longest-standing boutique qualified intermediaries in the country. Sean brings a massive wealth of financial...
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295: How to Invest in Real Estate with a Self-Directed IRA - Owen Lynn
In this informative episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik welcomes Owen Lynn from Advanta IRA. With a decade of experience at institutional giants like Merrill Lynch and TD Ameritrade, Owen now helps investors break free from the limitations of traditional brokerages by…
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294: How AI is Solving the Multifamily Management Crisis - Tim Bratz
In this highly anticipated reunion on the Big Mike Fund Podcast, “Big Mike” Zlotnik sits down with Tim Bratz for their first deep dive since COVID to discuss the evolving landscape of commercial real estate. Tim, founder of Legacy Wealth Holdings, shares how he scaled a portfolio to over 4,000...
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293: Turning Raw Land into High-Value Housing Communities - Brandon Cobb
In this deep-dive episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Brendan Cobb to discuss why many ground-up developers struggled in 2024–2025 and how to pivot for success in 2026. Brendan breaks down his "Land Development Accelerator" model, which focuses on forcing...
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292: How ESOPs Create Millionaires and Keep Businesses Independent - Matt Middendorp
In this eye-opening episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike explores Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) with expert Matt Middendorp. Recorded during the holiday season, they break down how ESOPs serve as a powerful exit strategy for business owners—preserving control, legacy, and…
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291: The Hidden Stability of Mobile Home Parks - Jack Martin
On this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike sits down with Jack Martin, co-founder of 52TEN Partners, to break down why mobile home parks remain one of the most resilient asset classes in real estate. Jack explains how shrinking supply, strong demand, and affordability drive consistent...
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290: Mission Brief, Execute, Debrief: A Pilot's Framework for Smarter Investing - James Reeman
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike chats with Delta Captain James Reeman from a sunny Hawaii layover. Drawing parallels between high-stakes fighter pilot missions and savvy investing, James shares aviation's "threat brief" for risk mitigation—identifying pitfalls, prepping...
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289: How Gino Barbaro Built a $350M Portfolio with His Own Cash
Join Big Mike for a deep dive into resilient multifamily investing and life's bold pivots with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, a real estate education platform. With a self-funded portfolio exceeding 1,800 doors and $350M in assets under management—mostly in Tennessee—Gino transformed…
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288: No More Property Taxes? DeSantis' Bold Plan to Supercharge Florida Homeownership - Lancelot Lennard
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike sits down with Lancelot Lennard, a dynamic real estate and mortgage broker from Florida's Daytona area. Recorded in December 2025, they dive into the evolving Florida real estate market, including softening values, rising construction costs…
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287: Buying Hotels for 1/10 the U.S. Price — with Mike Stohler
Join Big Mike for a no-holds-barred chat with Mike Stohler, Navy veteran, former commercial airline pilot, and co-founder of Gateway Private Equity Group. With a battle-tested portfolio of over 150 value-add units—from multifamily gems scooped during the 2008 crash to boutique hotels in the U.S....
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Why Wall Street Is Overvalued and What to Do Instead — with Chris Miles
Join Big Mike in a new episode with Chris Miles, founder of Money Ripples and author of The Work Optional Blueprint. Chris, a former Wall Street advisor who retired at 28, shares his journey from millionaire to welfare during the 2008 recession, rebuilding his wealth twice by 39. Discover how to...
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Creative Financing That Actually Works — with Chris Prefontaine
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik (Big Mike) sits down with real estate powerhouse Chris Prefontaine, Chairman and Founder of Smart Real Estate Coach®. Chris is a 4x best-selling author, Forbes Business Council Member, and a 3-time Inc. 5000 Honoree who has led one of...
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283: People Before Profits: Revitalizing Communities and Building a Legacy in Real Estate - Dwan Bent-Twyford
In this episode of The Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik sits down with Dwan Bent-Twyford, affectionately known as The Queen of Short Sales™ and host of The Most Dwanderful Real Estate Podcast Ever. Dwan Bent-Twyford, America’s Most Sought-After Real Estate Investor™, started as a broke...
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282: From Pilot to Property Pro: Dr. Axel Meierhoefer’s Wealth Journey
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Mike Zlotnik sits down with Dr. Axel Meierhoefer — founder of Ideal Wealth Grower and host of the Ideal Investor Show. A former German Air Force pilot turned real estate mentor, Dr. Axel shares his extraordinary journey from flying F-111 fighter jets to...
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281: From Firefighter to Fund Manager: Building Wealth Through Integrity with Dave Seymour
In this episode, Big Mike welcomes Dave Seymour, retired firefighter, real estate expert, and star of A&E’s Flipping Boston. From battling fires in Boston to leading multimillion-dollar private equity deals at Freedom Venture Investments, Dave’s story is one of grit, faith, and relentless...
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280: From Silicon Valley to Solar Farms: Real Estate Lessons with Ed Mathews
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike sits down with Ed Mathews, founder of Clark Street Capital and host of the Real Estate Underground podcast. After 24 years in Silicon Valley startups, Ed pivoted into real estate investing, leaving corporate life behind to build a portfolio of...
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279: Jonathan Greene – Building Wealth with Mindful Real Estate Investing
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike welcomes Jonathan Greene, real estate thought leader, luxury agent, coach, and host of the rapidly growing podcast Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing. Jonathan shares his unique journey from lawyer to lifelong investor, and how…
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278: Chris Litzler – Navigating Commercial Mortgage Challenges in 2025
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Big Mike welcomes his good friend Chris Litzler, Senior Managing Director at Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation and seasoned mortgage broker with years of experience navigating complex capital markets. From the Midwest to the national stage, Chris...
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277: Harrison Hall – Music, Mental Health & Making Real Estate Fun
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Mike welcomes Harrison Hall, a Dallas-based real estate investor, entrepreneur, and event creator with a unique blend of passions: music, real estate, and mental health advocacy. From launching a $58M real estate team to founding Elevate Event Series,...
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276: Yonah Weiss – Maximizing Tax Benefits with Cost Segregation in 2025 and Beyond
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, Mike welcomes back Yonah Weiss, the powerhouse behind Weiss Advice and a leader at Madison Specs, one of the nation’s top cost segregation firms. With the new permanent 100% bonus depreciation taking effect in 2025, Yonah shares how this tax…
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272: Distressed Assets and CEO Leadership with Trey Taylor
In a market brimming with opportunity, distressed assets and disciplined leadership are key to unlocking wealth. Join host Mike Zlotnik for a powerful conversation with Trey Taylor, managing director of Trinity Family Office and author of A CEO Only Does Three Things, recorded in May 2025. From...
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271: Supercharging Real Estate with Cost Segregation - Terry Judge
Ready to turbocharge your real estate investments? Join host Mike Zlotnik, the Big Mike, for an illuminating discussion with Terry Judge, founder of Core Advisors and a 19-year veteran in cost segregation. Recorded in early May 2025 amid tariff uncertainties and high interest rates, this episode...
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270: Diversified Wealth: NPLs, Build-to-Rent, and Car Washes with Dave Van Horn
Welcome to the Big Mike Fund Podcast! Ready to turn market volatility into opportunity? Join host Mike Zlotnik, the Big Mike, for an insightful conversation with Dave Van Horn, co-founder and board member of PPR Capital Management. With nearly 40 years in real estate, Dave has built a powerhouse...
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269: Mastering Passive Investing and Sponsorship - Chad Ackerman
Welcome to the BigMikeFund Podcast! Are you a passive investor or sponsor navigating today’s challenging real estate market? Join host Mike Zlotnik for an insightful conversation with Chad Ackerman, co-founder of Leftfield Investors (now part of Passive Pockets under BiggerPockets) and a Focal...
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268: Gold, Silver, and Hard Assets: Strategies for Volatile Markets – David McAlvany
In this episode of the BigMikeFund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik welcomes back David McAlvany, CEO of McAlvany Financial Group, to discuss the role of precious metals in today’s volatile markets. With over 20 years in wealth management, David shares insights from his experience navigating the tech...
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267: Navigating Change: Wendy Sweet & Bill Fairman on Carolina Real Estate and Lending Opportunities
Join Big Mike for a dynamic conversation with Wendy Sweet and Bill Fairman, co-founders of Carolina Capital, as they unpack the evolving real estate landscape in 2025. Wendy Sweet, a licensed real estate broker in North and South Carolina for 35 years, blends her selling and lending expertise to...
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266: Mastering Deals & Markets: Derek Dombeck on Creative Investing and Negotiation Wins
Join Big Mike as he sits down with Derek Dombeck, a seasoned real estate investor, national speaker, and international best-selling author who’s been riding the market’s waves since 2003. As the owner of GOW Global LLC, Derek brings a wealth of expertise from thousands of transactions—spanning...
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265: Self-Directed IRAs Explained: Growth, Taxes & Opportunities with Matt Calhoun
Join Big Mike on the Big Mike Fun Podcast as he welcomes Matt Calhoun, Director of Business Development at Equity Trust, the leading self-directed IRA custodian. In this episode, Matt dives into the latest trends shaping alternative investments, including the rise of crypto, precious metals, real...
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264: Contrarian Real Estate Investing and Retail Market Insights with Robert Levy
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Robert Levy, Managing Partner at LBX Investments, a multi-strategy contrarian real estate firm with $250 million in assets under management. Rob has a deep background in real estate investing, having led acquisitions, asset management, and...
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263: Maximizing Your Insurance Claims: Insider Strategies with Andy Gurczak
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Andy Gurczak, the founder of AllCity Adjusting, a leading public adjusting firm that has helped countless policyholders secure fair settlements. Andy’s journey began in construction and fire restoration, but he found his true calling in public...
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262: Navigating Mobile Home Park Investments and Long-Term Cash Flow with Mario Dattilo
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Mario Dattilo, an expert in the commercial real estate space with over $100M in assets under management and ownership of more than 1,000 mobile home lots. Mario began his journey in real estate in 2006, transitioning from single-family flips…
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261: 2025 Real Estate Reset: Opportunities, Challenges, and What’s Next – Neal Bawa
In this episode, we’re joined once again by Neal Bawa, the Mad Scientist of Multifamily and the CEO/Founder of Grocapitus, for an in-depth look at the state of real estate in 2024. Neal shares his data-driven insights on the current challenges of inflation and interest rates, and why now is one…
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260: Economic Cycles, Real Estate Strategies, and Navigating Market Shifts With Jeremy Roll
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome back Jeremy Roll, Founder and President of Roll Investment Group and co-founder of For Investors By Investors (FIBI). Jeremy is a highly respected passive cash flow investor managing a group of over 1,500 investors, with investments…
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259: Insights Into Economic Cycles and Real Estate Opportunities With Ryan Severino
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Ryan Severino, Chief Economist and Head of Research at BGO and adjunct professor at Columbia University. Ryan is a seasoned economist, researcher, and thought leader who brings unparalleled expertise in analyzing market cycles,...
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258: Multifamily Real Estate: Strategies for Today’s Market with James Kandasamy
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by James Kandasamy, Co-Founder and CEO of Achieve Investment Group. James is a multifamily operator, developer, and mentor with over nine years of experience in real estate and five years specializing in multifamily acquisitions and asset...
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257: Navigating Economic Shifts and Strategic Investments with Alastair MacDonald
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re honored to host Alastair J. Macdonald, a renowned advisor to entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners. Alastair is a TEDx speaker and the owner of Parallax Strategic Advisors, where he provides economic, social, market, and financial forecasts to...
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256: Empowering Women in Real Estate: The InvestHER Community with Liz Faircloth
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to have Liz Faircloth, Co-Founder of The Real Estate InvestHER® Community and podcast. With over 16 years of experience in real estate, Liz has grown her portfolio to include millions of dollars in assets, co-founded an empowering community for...
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255: Building Wealth Through Multifamily and Self-Storage Investments with Jonathan Wei
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Jonathan Wei, CEO and Founder of Greystone Capital Group. With over 2,300 multifamily units, $100M+ in real estate assets, and extensive expertise in both residential and commercial real estate, Jonathan is a true powerhouse in the...
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254: Unlocking Wealth with Deferred Sales Trusts Featuring Brett Swarts
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re joined by Brett Swarts, Founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, best-selling author, and SUCCESS® Certified Coach. With extensive expertise in real estate, business investments, and wealth management, Brett has successfully facilitated transactions...
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253: From Corporate Sales to Real Estate Success with Jeremy Dyer
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we have the privilege of hosting Jeremy Dyer, Founder and Managing Partner of Starting Point Capital. Jeremy is an accomplished real estate investor, with experience in both active and passive investments, and currently a Limited Partner in over 4,000...
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252: Scaling Commercial Real Estate Success with Jonathan Hayek
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Jonathan Hayek, Managing Partner at Endurance Properties and the voice behind The Source of CRE Podcast. Jonathan’s journey took him from the classroom as a special education teacher to flipping houses and ultimately investing…
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251: Achieving Financial Freedom through Apartment Investments with Brad Sumrok
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome Brad Sumrok, known as "The Apartment King" and the driving force behind the Sumrok Multifamily Mentoring program. Since 2005, Brad has guided thousands of students, many of whom began with no previous investment experience, to…
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250: Wealth Building through Real Estate and Notes with Dave Van Horn
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Dave Van Horn, Co-founder and Executive Chairman of PPR Capital. With over 35 years of expertise in residential and commercial real estate, Dave brings deep insights into strategic planning, business development, and real estate...
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249: Navigating Industrial Real Estate and Sale-Leaseback Strategies with Neil Wahlgren
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to have Neil Wahlgren, managing partner at MAG Capital Partners, return to the podcast. With nearly two decades of expertise in leadership, operations, and capital markets, Neil has a remarkable background that spans military service as a C-130...
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248: Exploring Hotel-to-Apartment Conversions and Multifamily Market Trends with Charles Dobens
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome back Charles Dobens, a multifamily expert and industry leader, for another insightful conversation. With over $50 million in real estate deals and more than $3 billion in multifamily transactions guided by his clients, Charles is the...
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247: Market Challenges and Wealth Building with Mobile Home Parks - Kevin Bupp
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to have Kevin Bupp, the Principal, Cofounder, and CEO of Sunrise Capital Investors, on the podcast. Kevin is an experienced real estate investor with over two decades of expertise and a portfolio valued at over $500 million. As the host of two...
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246: Overcoming Real Estate Debt Challenges and Market Corrections with Brent Ritchie
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re excited to welcome back Brent Ritchie, the President of EnRitch Investment Group Inc. Brent brings over 18 years of experience in engineering, construction, and project management, and is a seasoned operator in the multifamily and commercial real estate...
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245: Smart Investing Amidst Rising Rates with Charles Carillo
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to have Charles Carillo, founder and managing partner of Harborside Partners, on the podcast. Charles has been actively investing in multifamily and commercial real estate since 2006, with over $200 million in transactions. Known for his...
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244: Mastering Real Estate Investment and Financial Leadership with Christina Suter
Welcome to our latest episode. Today, we're thrilled to have Christina Suter, a highly successful real estate investor with a portfolio exceeding $40 million and ownership of over 350 doors. She co-authored the book "You Got This!" on Real Estate Investing Success. As the founder of FIBI…
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