Episodes
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321: How to Build Generational Wealth and Cash Flow in the “Endgame” – Chris Miles
Are you ready to secure your financial future and build a lasting legacy? In this episode of The Big Mike Fund podcast, Mike Zlotnik welcomes financial expert Chris Miles from Money Ripples. Together, they break down unconventional yet highly effective strategies to generate passive income and...
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320: Fantasy Football vs. Commercial Real Estate: Building a Winning Portfolio – Ryan E. Wynkoop
How does drafting a fantasy football roster compare to building a recession-resistant real estate portfolio? In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik (“Big Mike”) welcomes back Ryan E. Wynkoop, Director of Capital Markets at Tempo. Together, they break down the fascinating...
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319: Investing in Uncertain Times – the Importance of “Going Small” – Ryan E. Wynkoop
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik (“The Big Mike”) sits down with Ryan E. Wynkoop, Director of Capital Markets at Tempo. Living on Folly Beach outside Charleston, South Carolina, Ryan brings a unique perspective on demographic growth in the Southeast and hands-on...
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318: Building a 7-Figure Real Estate Portfolio After 50 – Christine McCarron
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik welcomes Christine McCarron, Managing Broker of Behive Brokerage in the Boston area. Christine shares her inspiring journey of going from zero to a 7-figure net worth starting at the age of 50 through residential real estate. Mike…
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316: The Hidden Goldmine in Suburban Office & Retail Real Estate – Ash Patel
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik welcomes Ash Patel, founder of Beyond Multifamily, to discuss why non-residential commercial real estate is generating superior returns compared to over-crowded multifamily markets. Ash details his core strategy for targeting 18–20%...
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315: Multifamily Correction: Did Cap Rates Hit the Bottom? – Lane Kawaoka
In this episode of The Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik welcomes back real estate investor Lane Kawaoka to discuss the current climate in commercial real estate. Together, they analyze the 30% to 40% valuation corrections across major sunbelt markets like Phoenix and Austin, the squeeze...
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314: How Physicians Shelter 6-Figures & Build Passive Real Estate Income – Dr. Param Baladandapani
Shift to Creative Value-Add: In today’s high-interest-rate environment, traditional value-add strategies (heavy rehabs and rent increases) are being replaced by creative value-add methods, such as property tax exemptions and operational expense reductions. The Land SuUnderwriting Margin of…
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313: How to Subdivide Single-Family Lots for Maximum Profit – Dr. Jordan Roman
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik sits down with Harvard-trained physician Dr. Jordan Romano to discuss his unique, hyper-local real estate investing thesis. While maintaining an active medical practice at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Dr. Romano has spent over a...
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312: How AI is Revolutionizing Real Estate Lead Gen – Sheldon Wolf
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik sits down with Sheldon Wolf, a serial entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience spanning real estate, finance, fintech, and artificial intelligence. Sheldon is the founder and CEO of Intellitary, an AI-powered transaction...
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311: The Secret to Scaling Real Estate Private Equity – Ben Kahle
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik sits down with Ben Kahle, Managing Partner at Wellings Capital, to unpack the strategies behind scaling a commercial real estate private equity firm to over $230 million in investor equity. STOP! Your free eBook is ready....
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310: The Lazy 1031 Exchange: Defer Syndication Taxes without a Traditional 1031 – Matt Hamilton
What do you do when a real estate syndication or fund exits an asset, but you can’t use a traditional 1031 exchange because you own an LLC interest rather than direct real property? You turn to the “Lazy Man’s 1031 Exchange.” In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, host Mike Zlotnik sits…
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309: The AI Data Center Effect: Why Billion-Dollar Warehouses Are Moving to Texas – Chase MacLeod
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, Mike Zlotnik sits down with Chase MacLeod, Founder and CEO of MacLeod & Co., a boutique industrial commercial real estate brokerage specializing in Southern California, Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, and Miami. Chase shares his journey from Texas to...
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308: Maximize Your Investments: A Comprehensive Guide to Flat Fee IRAs – Adam Bergman
Adam and Mike dive deep into why traditional wealth management models might be draining your long-term returns through compounding 1% AUM fees. They break down the “New 60/40 Portfolio”—a strategy inspired by the legendary Yale Endowment (Swensen model) that shifts 60% of your retirement capital...
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307: The “Renting Dirt” Strategy: Why Investors Love Manufactured Housing Communities – Nasir Ali
Ali breaks down the evolution from the “trailer park” stigma to modern, high-quality manufactured housing communities. You’ll discover how the industry has shifted toward professional management, institutional financing, and a “vertically integrated” supply chain—allowing operators to take 50%...
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306: How to Shield Your Wealth Legally Using Wyoming LLCs & Trusts – Mark Pierce
Mark explains Wyoming’s powerful asset protection strategies, including single-member LLCs, charging orders, and the unique “Phantom Distribution” tactic that can discourage creditors. He also discusses protecting multi-generational wealth, combining LLCs with Irrevocable Grantor Trusts for tax...
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305: Optimizing Your Real Estate Portfolio with Property Llama – Richard McGirr
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, “Big Mike” Zlotnik welcomes Richard McGirr, a Denver-based entrepreneur, four-time founder, and the visionary behind Property Llama. Richard shares his journey from scaling a software consultancy to becoming a sophisticated real estate investor who...
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304: Why Smart Businesses Are Nearshoring to Latin America – Brian Samson
Brian shares his incredible journey of living out of a suitcase for an entire year before settling in Hawaii and navigating the harsh realities of coastal real estate. They unpack why Hawaiian real estate offers wild appreciation but terrible cash flow due to the high cost of living and the…
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303: Why Mobile Home Parks are the #1 Recession-Proof Asset in 2026 – Gabe Petersen
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, Mike Zlotnik sits down with Gabe Petersen, a former Microsoft project manager turned real estate mogul. Gabe is the founder of Kaizen Properties and the host of the top-ranked podcast, The Real Estate Investing Club. With a portfolio of over 10...
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302: Why Real Estate is the Ultimate Vehicle for Family Freedom – Wayne Courreges III
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, “Big Mike” Zlotnik sits down with Wayne Courreges III, a former Marine, CBRE veteran, and the founder of CREI Partners. Currently based in Central Texas (but joining from the road in an RV!), Wayne provides a “boots-on-the-ground” look at the 2026…
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301: How to Capitalize on the 2026 Multifamily Reset – Lon Welsh
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, “Big Mike” Zlotnik sits down with Lon Welsh, the founder of Denver-based Ironton Capital, to break down the most significant investment opportunities of 2026. Lon provides a data-driven look at the residential and commercial sectors, explaining why…
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300: Private Money vs. Hard Money: The Secret to 8% Funding for Real Estate Deals – Jay Conner
Raising capital doesn’t have to feel like begging—it’s about becoming an educator. In this episode, “Big Mike” – Mike Zlotnik sits down with private money expert Jay Conner to discuss the massive shift in the lending landscape. While the commercial and multifamily sectors are facing a major…
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299: Scaling Multifamily with a Value-Add Construction Edge – Jason Balara
In this tactical episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, “Big Mike” Zlotnik sits down with Jason Balara, founder of Lark Capital. Jason shares his journey from working in construction as a teenager in the Los Angeles area to building a multifamily syndication firm focused on high-impact value-add...
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298: Escaping the Stock Market Only Mindset for Tech Pros – Steven Arita
In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, “Big Mike” Zlotnik sits down with Steven Arita, a Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and founder of Arita Capital. Steven shares his journey from a small town in Hawaii to the tech hubs of Austin, Texas, and explains how he used...
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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 welcomes back Tim Bratz for their first post-COVID deep dive into the state of commercial real estate. Tim, the founder of Legacy Wealth Holdings, shares how he scaled to over 4,000 units and why the “operational...
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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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285: 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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284: 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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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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