Real Talk with REsimpli Podcast

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson sit down with Chip Ferguson, owner of Smooth Closing, to unpack how nearly a decade as a high-volume online poker player shaped the way he thinks about probability, emotional control, risk, data, and decision-making in real estate. Chip shares how he went from doing virtually everything himself to building an 11-person operation that has closed around 250 deals since the beginning of 2023. In this episode, we get into: - How poker taught Chip to stay calm when outcomes don’t go his way - The mistakes he made on his first real estate investment - Why he waited nine years before making his first hire - How hitting the same 36-deal ceiling two years in a row forced him to change - Why your first hire should depend on what you’re actually bad at - Building trust and negotiating with motivated sellers - When Chip chooses to wholesale vs. wholetail a property - How his team tackles complicated title and ownership problems other investors may walk away from - Why he relies heavily on data instead of trying to predict the housing market - The new-build deal that taught him a painful lesson about market predictions - Why doing what you’re best at can be a bigger advantage than chasing every real estate strategy - The mindset behind Chip’s 8+ year streak of working out every single day REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Chip: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechipferguson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheChipFerguson

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson sit down with Oklahoma real estate investor and developer Jay London to unpack nearly 30 years of lessons from flipping houses, home building, bankruptcy, rebuilding, and eventually transitioning into commercial development. Jay shares the moment a single house flip changed the direction of his life, what going broke taught him about risk, and why one of his biggest regrets was selling nearly everything he built instead of keeping more income-producing assets. We also dive into: • Why diversification matters in every real estate cycle • The danger of chasing “shiny objects” and social media success • Why Jay believes investors should build wealth—not just chase big checks • How residential investors can begin moving into commercial real estate • Ground-up development, warehouses, multifamily, and small-bay flex space • How commercial properties are valued differently from residential real estate • The biggest risks of becoming overleveraged • Why mentorship can save investors from expensive mistakes • How to approach zoning, permitting, architects, engineers, attorneys, and development teams • Why you shouldn’t close on land before confirming what you can actually build • Why land development can be one of the slowest—but most lucrative—real estate strategies REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Jay: Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaylondonoklahoma LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaylondonhomes/ Phone Number: 405.443.8608 #RealEstateInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateDevelopment #HouseFlipping #RealEstateInvestor #LandDevelopment #REsimpli 

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with Jacob Matlock, founder of Pillar Home Buyers, to discuss how he went from working as a refinery inspector to becoming a full-time real estate investor. Jacob shares how extreme action, the right community and consistent execution helped him grow from complete beginner to 61 deals last year, with the business now tracking toward 80. In this conversation, you’ll learn: • Why Jacob left his six-figure job after only one year in real estate • How he grew by solving constraints in the right order: leads, processes and people • Why he is expanding beyond wholesaling into flips and rentals • The hiring mistakes that changed how he evaluates and manages employees • How his team approaches speed to lead, qualification and intentional follow-up • Why appointment set-to-attended rate is one of the most overlooked sales KPIs • How he uses AI to transcribe, score and analyze sales calls • Why genuine conversations and helping homeowners matter more than sales tactics REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Jacob: - Email: [email protected] - Website: https://www.pillarhomebuyers.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobisamatlock/

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with Esteban Andrade, co-founder of Remote Latinos and founder of Hesel Media, to discuss real estate marketing, remote hiring, AI, leadership, and what it takes to build a business that can scale. Esteban shares his journey from moving from Colombia to Canada as a teenager and learning English through video games to sleeping in his car, driving Uber, and eventually building successful companies that help entrepreneurs generate leads and hire high-performing remote professionals. The conversation explores how real estate investors should choose between Google and Facebook advertising, why generic “cash offer” messaging is becoming less effective, and how targeting a seller’s specific situation can help investors stand out in competitive markets. Esteban also explains why business owners should stop treating every remote hire as a general virtual assistant. Instead, investors should hire specialists for roles such as lead management, appointment setting, acquisitions, executive assistance, and client success—and give those professionals the AI tools they need to produce better results. You’ll learn: • When real estate investors should use Google Ads versus Facebook Ads • Why seller awareness affects lead quality and conversion time • How to create marketing offers that stand out from other investors • Why specialized remote professionals outperform generalist VAs • How AI can amplify employees instead of simply replacing them • The most in-demand remote roles for real estate investing businesses • How scorecards, KPIs, and performance improvement plans strengthen teams • Which leadership hires can unlock the next stage of business growth REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Esteban: - Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estenick - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estenick/  

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with Tom Krol, founder of Coaching Inc. and the entrepreneur behind Wholesaling Inc., to discuss real estate investing, coaching, relationships, wealth, and what it takes to build a successful business without sacrificing the rest of your life. Tom shares how he went from being broke and getting fired from seven jobs to completing 100 real estate deals in his first 18 months. He explains why having a mentor, eliminating distractions, and taking massive imperfect action helped him break through when others remained stuck in preparation mode. The conversation also explores why relationships are often the biggest drivers of business growth, how to distinguish success from wealth, and why an entrepreneur’s ability to handle pressure can determine how far they go. Tom also shares practical lessons for choosing the right coach, helping students overcome doubt and disappointment, building a coaching business around one clear offer, and creating a community where people feel recognized and supported. You’ll learn: - How Tom completed 100 real estate deals in 18 months - Why preparation can become a form of procrastination - The three biggest reasons real estate students fail - How mentors and relationships accelerate business growth - Why handling pressure is critical for entrepreneurs - What to look for when choosing a real estate coach - How coaches can build value, volume, and community - Why making money and keeping money require different skills - How in-person events can help grow a coaching business - The books Tom believes every entrepreneur should read REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Tom:  Find a current member or real estate coach in the group and ask them for an introduction to Coachin Inc.

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with Jason Pritchard, founder and CEO of Pinnacle Home Buyers, to talk about building a real estate business that lasts. After spending 15 years in corporate America, Jason left the security of a paycheck to pursue real estate full time. Since then, he has led the acquisition of more than 500 properties across California’s Central Valley through wholesaling, fix and flips, rentals, creative finance, and large-scale land development. Jason shares what it really takes to move from owner-operator to business owner, why systems and leadership matter more than just doing more deals, and how investors can build teams, raise private capital, and stay consistent in a challenging market. You’ll learn: - How Jason went from corporate sales to real estate investing - Why his first deal took nearly a year to close - How he built a rental portfolio by reinvesting profits - Why your first hire should align with your strengths and weaknesses - What investors should know before scaling their team - Why direct mail still works in today’s market - How speed to lead impacts real estate acquisitions - The biggest mistakes investors make when raising private capital - Why building a business is different from simply buying houses REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Jason:  Email: [email protected] Website: www.pinnaclehomebuyers.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonpritchard/

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, hosts Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson sit down with Joe Evangelisti, high-performance coach, real estate investor, entrepreneur, Navy Seabee veteran, and founder of Legacy Builder. Joe shares how his background in construction and the military shaped the way he solves problems, leads teams, and helps entrepreneurs build businesses that create freedom instead of stress. From flipping houses during the 2008 crash to owning a brokerage, building teams, coaching business owners, and investing in commercial real estate, Joe breaks down what it really takes to scale without becoming the bottleneck. This conversation dives into leadership, systems, accountability, time freedom, legacy, and the five bottlenecks that stop entrepreneurs from growing. You’ll learn: - How Joe went from Navy Seabee to real estate investor and business coach - Why growth does not solve business problems, it exposes them - How to stop being the bottleneck in your business - The five bottlenecks that keep entrepreneurs stuck - Why consistency and accountability matter more than complicated tools - How to create more freedom while still growing your business - Why legacy is about impact, values, and leadership, not just money REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Joe: Email: [email protected] Website: https://legacybuilder.coach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jevangelisti

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with Bree Hartman, founder of Storage House Group and Self-Storage School, to talk about how real estate investors can break into self-storage without needing millions of dollars or a commercial real estate background. Bree shares how an accidental rental property, a desire for more time freedom, and a focus on one overlooked asset class led her to acquire more than $8 million in self-storage assets. She breaks down why self-storage can be such a powerful business model, how investors can find off-market mom-and-pop facilities, and why creative finance and seller financing can open doors that traditional investing strategies often miss. This conversation also dives into practical acquisition strategies investors can use right away, including how to use Google Maps to find unsophisticated storage owners, what to look for in a potential deal, how to start conversations with owners, and how AI is changing operations, customer service, and call handling in the storage industry. You’ll learn: - How Bree went from an accidental rental to self-storage investing - Why self-storage offers fewer headaches than traditional rentals - How to find off-market mom-and-pop storage facilities - What makes seller financing powerful in self-storage deals - How small operational improvements can increase facility value - Why reviews, websites, and Google Maps can reveal hidden opportunities - How AI is helping storage owners reduce expenses and improve operations - Why self-storage can help investors build both financial freedom and time freedom REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Bree: Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.selfstorageschool.com/

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with Quinn Edwards, co-founder of AI for CRE Collective, to talk about how artificial intelligence is changing the real estate industry. Quinn shares his journey from working at CBRE on more than $500M in transactions to building a real estate development company, and ultimately pivoting into AI education for commercial real estate professionals. He breaks down the AI tools he actually uses, including Claude, ChatGPT, Manus, Perplexity, Prophetic, Algoma, and Pillar, and explains how real estate investors, brokers, wholesalers, flippers, and CRE professionals can use AI to save time, improve workflows, and make better decisions. The conversation also covers the biggest mistakes real estate professionals make with AI, why prompting matters, how to use the RCTF framework, and why AI should be treated as a tool, not a magic pill. Plus, Quinn shares stories from training Muay Thai in Thailand, preparing for Ironman races, and why entrepreneurs can learn a lot from endurance athletes. In this episode, we cover: - Quinn’s path from CBRE to AI for CRE  - Why he pivoted from real estate development into AI -The best AI tools for real estate professionals - How to use Claude, ChatGPT, Manus, and Perplexity - The biggest AI mistakes investors are making - How to prompt AI more effectively - Why fundamentals still matter in real estate - Lessons from endurance training, Muay Thai, and entrepreneurship REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Quinn - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiforcre/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aiforcrecollective  Skool: https://www.skool.com/ai-for-cre-collective/about

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, hosts Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson sit down with Jenn and Joe Del Fave, the husband-and-wife team behind Creative Finance Playbook. Jenn and Joe share how they went from traditional jobs and early real estate struggles to building a multi-million-dollar portfolio using creative finance, seller financing, subject-to deals, and rent-to-own strategies — without relying on banks, massive down payments, or perfect credit. They break down how they find motivated sellers, structure creative deals, turn good houses into profitable opportunities, and use rent-to-own buyers to generate upfront income, monthly cash flow, and backend profits. They also get real about working together as spouses, building systems, learning from mentorship, and staying disciplined through changing market cycles. REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Jenn and Joe: Website: https://creativefinanceplaybook.com/

In this episode of the REsimpli Podcast, hosts Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson sit down with Mitzi Dyane, founder of Mobile Home Profits and MH Hub, to talk about one of the most overlooked opportunities in real estate: mobile and manufactured housing. Mitzi shares how she transitioned from flipping cars and furniture to single-family, multifamily, and eventually mobile home investing. She breaks down why manufactured housing is such a powerful niche for investors looking for cash flow, how owner financing can create strong returns, and why affordable housing continues to be one of the biggest opportunities in today’s market. The conversation also covers the realities of scaling too quickly, building the right team, spotting red flags when hiring, finding buyers before acquiring deals, and understanding the differences between mobile homes on land versus mobile homes in parks. If you’re a real estate investor, wholesaler, or entrepreneur looking for a less crowded niche with strong cash-flow potential, this episode is packed with practical insights. In this episode, we cover: - Why Mitzi shifted from traditional real estate to mobile homes - How mobile homes can create strong cash flow through owner financing - The biggest mistakes investors make when scaling too fast - Red flags to watch for when building a team - How to find mobile home sellers and buyers - The difference between mobile homes on land and in parks - Why affordable housing is still a massive opportunity - What MH Hub is building for the manufactured housing industry - Wellness habits every entrepreneur should prioritize REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Mitzi: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mitzidyane1/

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with Nick from Lead Mining Pros to talk about real estate lead generation, cold calling, texting, acquisitions, and what it really takes to convert seller conversations into deals. Nick shares how his background in the restaurant industry shaped the way he runs his business today, why entrepreneurship is not always as glamorous as it looks, and how Lead Mining Pros grew from an unexpected opportunity into a lead generation company helping real estate investors, wholesalers, agents, and land investors fill their pipelines. This conversation dives deep into practical strategies investors can use right away, including how to follow up with cold calling and texting leads, what questions to ask motivated sellers, why language matters in acquisitions, and how to avoid giving up too early on leads that still have potential. You’ll learn: - How Nick built Lead Mining Pros after trying to become a real estate investor - Why cold calling and texting leads need a different follow-up approach - The two seller questions that can uncover motivation fast - Why investors should focus on friendly sellers, not just distressed sellers - How to decide between American callers and overseas VA callers - Why consistency, systems, and language matter in real estate acquisitions REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Nick- Website: https://leadminingpros.com Cell: 727-877-3232

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Don Carlson and Chenay Jordan sit down with real estate investor and No Name REI Podcast host Aaron Bihl for a raw, funny, and practical conversation about what real estate investing actually looks like behind the scenes. Aaron shares how he went from working in oil and gas to building a successful off-market real estate investing business, what he learned from a major business partnership breakup, and why he’s now focused heavily on mobile homes, land-home packages, and direct-to-seller marketing. They also get into the reality of coaching and masterminds, why so many real estate “gurus” miss the mark, what newer investors misunderstand about creative finance, and why not every deal should be forced just because the structure sounds clever. Plus, Aaron shares some unforgettable stories from the field — including gross houses, surprise trailers, flea infestations, and one very questionable suitcase. In this episode, we cover: - Aaron’s transition from oil and gas into real estate investing - How masterminds and coaching helped accelerate his growth - Lessons from rebuilding after a business partnership split - Why doing more deals doesn’t always mean making more money - The truth about real estate gurus and coaching programs - Lead generation strategies that still work today - Why Aaron is focused on mobile homes and land-home packages - The risks newer investors overlook with creative finance - Gross house stories from 300+ real estate deals REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Aaron: Email: [email protected] Website: www.fliptrailers.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron.bihl/

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, Henry joins Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson to break down the real-world lessons behind Henry Washington's journey, including how he found his first deals, built trust with sellers, created consistent deal flow, used relationship banking, and scaled his investing business without waiting for everything to be perfect. Henry also shares why real estate is ultimately a people business, how transparency helps close better deals, why community banks can be a game-changer for investors, and how AI may impact landlords, tenants, and homebuyers in the coming years. Whether you’re just getting started or trying to scale from a few deals a year to a real investing business, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways. In this episode, we cover: - Starting in real estate with bad credit and limited savings - Why messy action beats over-planning - How to define a “good deal” in your market - Seller conversations that build trust - Deal flow vs. money flow - Using community banks instead of hard money - Building systems for follow-up and lead management - How AI could impact real estate investors - What success really looks like beyond money REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Henry: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehenrywashington/

In this episode of the REsimpli Podcast, Ryan shares how he went from buying his first out-of-state rental property in Memphis to building a $10M+ portfolio and teaching investors how to close more deals using his MLS Offer System. We cover Ryan’s journey into real estate, the lessons he learned from out-of-state investing, how to avoid costly mistakes on flips, and why the MLS is becoming one of the most overlooked sources for real estate acquisitions. You’ll learn: - How Ryan finds deals directly on the MLS - Why investors should stop ignoring on-market opportunities - The difference between day-zero listings and stale listings - How to build rapport with real estate agents - Why written offers and professionalism matter - How to wholesale, flip, or buy rentals using MLS deals - The importance of exit strategies and risk management - How Ryan thinks about freedom, delayed gratification, and long-term wealth REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Ryan: Website: realestateskills.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanzomorodi/

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, hosts Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson sit down with Tommy Harr, real estate investor, house flipper, wholesaler, coach, and star of Zombie House Flipping on A&E. Tommy shares the real, no-BS story of how he got started in real estate by losing $100,000 on his very first flip—and how that painful lesson became the foundation for building a serious real estate business. From $75 home inspections and sleeping in unfinished properties to renovating hundreds of houses, wholesaling hundreds of deals, building a massive rental portfolio, coaching investors, and creating generational impact for his family, Tommy breaks down what it actually takes to win in real estate. In this episode, you’ll learn: - What Tommy’s first failed flip taught him about scopes of work, contractors, and pre-construction - Why detailed systems and processes are essential for scaling a flipping business - How to manage contractors without getting burned - The importance of buying materials, setting payment expectations, and controlling the controllables - Why most investors try to scale too fast - How Tommy uses relationships, social media, and blue-collar skills to grow his business - What today’s market demands from flippers who want to sell fast and protect margins REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Tommy: Email - [email protected] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tommyharr05/ Catch Zombie House Flipping, dropped 5/30 on A&E

In this episode of Real Talk with REsimpli, hosts Chenay Jordan and Don Carlson sit down with Anthony Simonie, co-founder of Found Money Partnerships and creator of the LinkedIn Leverage Process. Anthony shares how real estate investors and entrepreneurs can unlock hidden revenue, build credibility, and turn overlooked relationships into private capital, referral partners, and consistent deal flow—without relying on ad spend, complicated funnels, or chasing endless leads. He also opens up about his personal journey, including being raised by his grandparents, leaving corporate America, building a million-dollar business, navigating devastating setbacks, and learning why family, freedom, legacy, and relationships matter more than simply chasing money. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why LinkedIn is a relationship platform, not just another social media site - How investors can use LinkedIn to build trust before raising private capital - The key LinkedIn profile sections every investor should optimize - Why credibility matters more than ever in real estate investing - How to turn existing connections into real business opportunities - Why purpose, family, and freedom should guide the way you build your        business REsimpli is an intuitive, all-in-one real estate software built for real estate investors that require little to no customization, so you can have your CRM up and running in minutes. REsimpli empowers your business with real-time data, allowing you to close on more deals while worrying less. Benefit from Calling, Texting, List Stacking, Driving 4 Dollars, and more all built within REsimpli. Get 50% off your first month. Sign up here - https://bit.ly/4ef8ddJ Join our free Mastermind for Real Estate Wholesalers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholesalersmastermind/ Try out REsimpli free for the first 14 days and see if you like it!  https://resimpli.com/action-yt/ Connect with like-minded investors and wholesalers across the US through our Facebook group and weekly calls for FREE: https://resimpli.com/join-mastermind/ Connect with REsimpli- fb- https://www.facebook.com/REsimpli/ ig- https://www.instagram.com/resimpli in- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resimpli tt- https://www.tiktok.com/@resimpli_official yt- https://www.youtube.com/@REsimpli Connect with Anthony:  Website: https://foundmoneypartnerships.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonysimonie Email: [email protected]