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The Handsome Homebuyer Podcast

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Long Island's #1 fix and flip real estate investor turned commercial developer becoming a private equity fund owner. I am the Handsome Homebuyer and on this podcast we chop it up with the finest real estate minds in New York. Listen as our guests walk us down a path of self discovery that often took them to a life filled with happiness and financial independence through real estate.

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  1. Making Garbage Glamorous With Anthony Confredo // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #293

    Anthony Confredo of Maggio Environmental sits down with Charles for a conversation that goes way beyond the garbage industry. Anthony opens up about fatherhood, the work ethic that's carried him through every chapter of his career, and what it took to reinvent himself when life demanded it. From...

  2. Arthur Lih and LifeVac Have Saved Over 6,000 Lives and Counting // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #292

    Charles sits down with Arthur Lih, inventor and CEO of LifeVac, the simple airway clearing device that has now saved over 6,000 lives from choking around the world. This is a different kind of conversation, and a powerful one. Arthur's story didn't start with a product. It started with a moment...

  3. Raquel Latona Went From HR To $170K on a Single Flip // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #291

    Episode 291 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast. When Raquel Latona started out at 20 years old, nobody took her seriously. So she stopped waiting for permission and invested in the one thing she could control: herself. This episode is the story of how that bet paid off, and how she built Casanova...

  4. Handsome COO Eric Mason on the Path That Built Him // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #290

    Episode 290 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast. Charles sits down with Handsome COO Eric Mason, whose path runs from owning his own painting business through roles at some of the biggest companies in the country to leading operations at Handsome. The conversation covers the lessons from every...

  5. From Zero Leads to $80,000 Commission // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #289

    Episode 289 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast. Charles sits down with Constantino Alves, who at 25 years old has built a business grounded in finance, relationships, and a genuine love for the process. He works with first time homebuyers and seasoned investors with the same care and commitment…

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  6. The Master Of Chicken Salad // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #288

    The Dude himself pulls up to Episode 288. Charles sits down with the founder of Dude's Gourmet to talk about building a food brand from scratch, why his chicken salad is different from everything else in the case, and what it takes to stand out in a crowded market. The conversation runs from slow...

  7. From Side Gig To Full Time and She Never Looked Back // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #287

    Referrals don't come from transactions. They come from how people feel about dealing with you. In Episode 287, Kristin joins Charles for a candid conversation about leadership, culture, and what separates businesses that grow through word of mouth from ones that don't. If you are building…

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  8. Closing Real Estate Deals on Delivery Routes at 32 // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #286

    At 32, Eric Boorum was still running delivery routes out of a restaurant. What nobody saw was that every drive, 20 minutes, sometimes 40 on a long route, he was on the phone the entire time, negotiating and handling real estate deals from the front seat. He built an entire career inside the dead...

  9. Design Trends That Actually Sell // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #285

    Most people design their home to impress everyone else. Jaclyn Marie stopped doing that, and that's exactly when her work got better. In episode #285 of The Handsome Podcast, Charles sits down with interior designer Jaclyn Marie to talk about the design trends that actually sell a house, not the...

  10. From Artist, to Scaling Business // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #284

    Most artists hit a ceiling when the business starts pulling them away from their craft. In Episode 284, Nico Negron shares what it takes to grow beyond that point. As one of Long Island’s top tattoo artists, he’s built his reputation through skill and consistency. But as he opens a new shop, he’s...

  11. Be Yourself, Crush The Game // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #283

    What does it actually take to become a top-performing real estate agent in today’s market?In Episode 283 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast, Charles sits down with Leah Tozer, Associate Real Estate Broker at Sotheby’s International Realty in Long Beach, NY. Leah ranked #1 in units, listings, and...

  12. From Pain to Purpose, Mike Maxwell // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #282

    In this episode, Charles sits down with Mike Maxwell — better known as Russian Mic — for a conversation that goes far beyond business. Mike’s journey is anything but typical. From working in construction to owning multiple businesses — including gyms and even ice cream shops — he’s lived through...

  13. The Queen of Massapequa, Lisa Strazzeri // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #281

    Most agents think owning one town limits them. Lisa Strazzeri built her entire career proving otherwise. In episode #281, Lisa — who has become the go-to name in Massapequa real estate — breaks down why mixing your personal life with your business isn't a liability, it's a strategy. Her friends,...

  14. Life Lessons and Business Learnings with Manjit Singh // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #280

    Episode 280 of The Handsome Podcast features a conversation with Manjit Singh, Esq.—a respected community leader, investor, mentor, and hard money lender here on Long Island. In this episode, Charles and Manjit go beyond real estate transactions and dive into the mindset behind success. They...

  15. What it takes to win in business with Bill Schwegler // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #279

    In this episode, I sit down with Bill Schwegler, a leading mortgage professional and team leader behind Team Schwegler on Long Island. With years of experience helping buyers navigate the home loan process, Bill brings deep insight into mortgages, real estate, and the mindset required to scale a...

  16. Selling the South Shore with Seth Levy // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #278

    In this episode, we sit down with Seth Levy of Signature Premier Properties, a respected Long Island real estate leader known for building one of the top teams on the South Shore. As a Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker and Team Leader, Seth has created a structure that prioritizes…

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  17. Building the Padro Team with Jose Padro // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast #277

    In this episode, we sit down with Jose Padro of Signature Premier Properties, a dedicated Long Island real estate professional known for his positive mindset, strong negotiation skills, and commitment to delivering results. As the team leader of The Padro Team, Jose brings energy…

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  18. The ins and outs of Long Island rentals with Evelyn Rivera // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 276

    Evelyn Rivera is the exclusive rental agent for all Handsome Homebuyer's rental properties as well as all properties within Handsome Asset Solutions. Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: / handsome_homebuyer Twitter: / handsome_hb...

  19. Day 1 Fixing & Flipping Houses with Leo Mejia // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 275

    I've known for Leo Mejia for over a decade and he's my go to construction expert. Now he runs his own business after we spent 8+ years of fixing and flipping houses together. #FixandFlip #ConstructionSell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us...

  20. Meet the Original Rental King Eliot Lonardo // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 274

    Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsome_homebuyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuyer/Pinterest:...

  21. New Constructions with the King of Levittown Amit Gera // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 273

    Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsome_homebuyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuyer/Pinterest:...

  22. Real Estate Investing with Walter Greene // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 272

    After 6 years Walter Greene makes his triumphant return to the Handsome Podcast. If you’re not investing in real estate you’re doing it wrong. #RealEstate #Podcast Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok:...

  23. The Dream Team Behind Ricky & Nikki Homes // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 271

    The dream team and husband and wife duo, Ricky and Nikki Cappiello, chat about how they met, their life together, and how they started Ricky & Nikki Homes just 3 short years ago. #RealEstate #PodcastSell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us…

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  24. Real Estate is 24/7 with Kevin Collins & Michelle Bergin // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 270

    Kevin Collins and Michelle Bergin, the dynamic duo behind Kevin Collins Real Estate, discuss how to maintain a work life balance. PSA it's nearly impossible. Bergin and Collins talk about how they started working together and what happens when they go up against each other on the buyer/seller...

  25. Unreasonable Hospitality with Anthony Perrotta // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 269

    On the latest installment of the HHB Podcast we have guest Anthony Perrotta. We discuss the housing market, if a future crash is expected, the continued rising cost of Long Island real estate, and the power of giving people more than they expect with inspiration from "Unreasonable Hospitality,"…

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  26. Who Needs a CRM When You Have Your Notes App with Kunal Sewani // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 268

    Kunal Sewani talks about his 4 years in the Long Island real estate world and how he made it into the Diamond Circle of Excellence at Signature Premier. Who needs a CRM when you have your notes app? #RealEstate #LongIsland #LongIslandRealtor #Overthinking #FixAndFlip #realestateinvesting Sell…

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  27. Get Out of Your Head & Into the Office with Mike McLean // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 267

    Mike McLean, your Neighborhood Realtor, talks about getting out of your head and into the office, stopping overthinking, and how he managed to do over 50 deals last year in the slowest year for realtors in the last 3 decades. #RealEstate #LongIsland #LongIslandRealtor #Overthinking #FixAndFlip...

  28. Real Estate Litigation with Justin Pane // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 266

    Justin Pane discusses deeds, real estate litigation, foreclosure law, and going to law school in your 30s in this week's podcast. #RealEstate #Litigation #Lawyer #RealEstateLawyer #LongIsland Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok:...

  29. Defeating Average in the Real Estate Industry w/ Eric Braun // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 265

    Eric Braun, the rising star in the mortgage world, wants to remove average from the real estate industry. #Mortgage #RealEstate #DefeatAverage #LoanOfficer Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok:...

  30. How to Sell 30+ Houses Per Year with Gil Flores // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 264

    Join Charles as he sits down with Gil Flores, a powerhouse real estate agent with 22 years of experience and over 500 homes sold! Gil shares his incredible journey, insights on building a sustainable real estate business, and his recent move to Real Brokerage. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction…

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  31. Building New Homes In Nassau County w/ ESG Construction // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 262

    Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handsomehomebuyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuyer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hb Pinterest:...

  32. Buying Businesses In 2024 is the BIGGEST Opportunity of Your Lifetime - Michael Steinberg // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 261

    Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handsomehomebuyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuyer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hb Pinterest:...

  33. The QUEEN of Commercial Real Estate - Amanda Gordon // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 260

    Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handsomehomebuyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuyer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hb Pinterest:...

  34. The 28 Year Old managing $100,000,000 - Dylan Rockstar Rooks // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 259

    Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handsomehomebuyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuyer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hb Pinterest:...

  35. Is He The Youngest Successful Entrepreneur? - Carson Herlean // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 258

    Most people spend their late teens and early twenties figuring out who they are and learning about themselves. Hobbies, skills, love - it's all very easy come, easy go during that time. However, some people know what they want at a young age, and even fewer will put in the work to achieve the…

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  36. How to Be Successful in Business and in Life - Ron Koenigsberg // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 257

    Today's guest on the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast is the power broker himself: Ron Koenigsberg, an accomplished author and commercial broker. On top of closing hundreds and hundreds of commercial deals on shopping centers, office buildings, and industrial parks, Ron recently completed his first…

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  37. The Loan Slingin' Lawyer - James Choudhury // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 256

    Today's guest is the one and only James Choudhury, who you may remember from his appearance on the Wheel Estate Gameshow a few years back. Miraculously, James doesn't seem to have aged a day since then, but a few other things have change in his life in that time. For one thing, he's only gotten...

  38. The Father of Financials - Lou Soriano // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 255

    There are few people in the industry with as much knowledge, experience, and determination as Lou Soriano. Certified in literally almost every financial field within the personal business world, Lou has helped people of all kinds figure out how to save within their business, and he's joining us...

  39. Expanding A Real Estate Empire - Rahul Jaggi // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 254

    Everyone has worries about their future. What will make me happy? How do I grow? Where am I going? It took him a few years of Med School to find out, but Rahul Jaggi of team Raj Jaggi KNEW that he wasn't happy - and he found that happiness in real estate. As the team leader at team Raj Jaggi…

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  40. Running a Long Island Team for Ryan Serhant - John Walsh // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 253

    On this week's episode of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast, I sit down John Walsh, Team Lead for the Southshore Long Island division of Serhant Realty, owned by the one and only Ryan Serhant of Million Dollar Listing fame. We talk a lot about what it's like working for a celebrity, and the crazy…

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  41. The SCPD Detective with His Own Brokerage - Sean Manning// Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 252

    Returning guest Sean Manning is here with some exciting news. After less than 4 years in the real estate business, he's created his own brokerage: Oversouth Real Estate. Operating out of Sayville, Sean and the Oversouth team are off to an incredible start. This is a must watch for anyone...

  42. The Broker of the Future - Rich Raspantini // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 251

    Everyone who knows me knows I've got "broker beef." I hate when brokerages don't do sh*t for you! I gotta say though, Rich Raspantini from HomeSmart Premier Living really does get my seal of approval. He helps his agents AND they get 100% of the commission? Find out how he does it right here!…

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  43. Married to The Game - Stephanie Calinoff // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 250

    Stephanie Calinoff is a leading Long Island real estate agent with nearly 40 years of experience, despite this we only briefly talked about real estate. We spent most of our time together discussing such important issues as having your mother do your laundry well into adulthood, calling off...

  44. A True Jack-of-All-Trades - Geris Hernandez // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 249

    On social media he may come off as a quiet, unseeming user, but in person Geris Hernandez is full of opinions and interest. Whether he's selling houses, adding to his rental portfolio, or assessing risks for high priority individuals - he's working hard, diligently, loyally, and enjoying a nice...

  45. Matriarch of a Real Estate Dynasty - Tammy Ramsay // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 248

    In a Handsome Homebuyer Podcast first, our guest today is the mother of a previous guest! Tammy Ramsay, whose son Eric Ramsay talked to us after he won LIBOR's Top 20 Under 40 Award in 2022. After talking to Tammy, it's no wonder her son went on to become a top agent, because Tammy is truly a...

  46. The Queen of Co-ops Opens My Eyes - Jessica Akde-Elmazi // Handsome Homebuyer Podcast 247

    There are 2 things in real estate that I'm notoriously not a fan of: teams, and co-ops. I gotta say though, today Jessica Akde-Elmazi, the queen of co-ops and team leader at Compass, educates me on how both can be great. We talk all things team value, agent prop value, co-ops and more - don't…

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  47. Entering The World of Food Influencers with Long Island Foodies // Handsome Podcast 246

    Although she believes that the food should be front and center, Cynthia DeFranco (better known on Instagram as Long_Island_Foodies) is no stranger to the influencer grind. With thousands and thousands of followers, she visits different eateries all over Long Island to not only show us what food...

  48. Beth Lowe Shares Some of Her Infinite Wisdom With Us // Handsome Podcast 245

    There isn't a single person working in real estate on Long Island that doesn't know the prestigious Beth Lowe. Over the last 15 years she's received numerous awards and taken on multiple positions of leadership, helping fellow industry members by working towards better conditions for everyone. I...

  49. Diane Manders is Solving the Housing Crisis on Long Island // Handsome Podcast 244

    Diane Manders is the Director of Real Estate and Home Ownership at Habitat for Humanity Long Island, which basically means she is on the front lines of the nightmarish housing crisis that has been exponentially worsening on Long Island over the last few years. She is extremely knowledgeable in…

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Long Island's #1 fix and flip real estate investor turned commercial developer becoming a private equity fund owner. I am the Handsome Homebuyer and on this podcast we chop it up with the finest real estate minds in New York. Listen as our guests walk us down a path of self discovery that often took them to a life filled with happiness and financial independence through real estate.

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