The Purpose-Driven Investor

In episode 22 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Chris Arnold, the founder of Cornerstone Upstate, as he discusses the challenges he faced, including the sudden loss of his wife and how it shaped his purpose-driven approach to business and life.Tune in for insights on building businesses, scaling real estate, and leveraging technology in today's dynamic market.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:47] Entrepreneurial journey beginnings.[00:06:06] Life changes and unexpected challenges.[00:10:16] Real estate investment journey.[00:12:23] Real estate as a legacy.[00:16:43] Creating great experiences for renters.[00:20:23] Teaching legacy through landscaping.[00:25:37] Off-market real estate deals.[00:30:00] AI's impact on real estate.[00:34:29] Legacy beyond monetary success.[00:37:07] Faith-driven business practices.[00:39:56] Abundance mindset in business.[00:44:21] Abundance in business relationships.[00:48:40] Building community through investment.QUOTES"My faith guides every decision that we make as a company." -Chris Arnold"If your purpose ends with, how much money can I make? How many doors? If your purpose is a number, you're never going to reach it." -Chris Arnold"If you want to create a great experience for your tenants or your buyers, then you need to be hands-on." -Chris ArnoldSOCIAL MEDIAChris ArnoldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_fedro/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 21 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Joh Fedro, founder of Mobile Home Investing, as he shares how a restless search for more led him from dead-end jobs and a first glimpse at real estate investing into mobile homes.Tune in for an inspiring discussion on how, from dead-end jobs to mobile home cash flow, mobile homes became a purpose-driven investing strategy. TIMESTAMPS[00:00:09] Robert Howell introduces purpose-driven investing.[00:03:17] Finding real estate through a borrowed book.[00:04:24] First mobile home deal in a park.[00:05:23] So nervous, he threw up roadside.[00:06:31] Mobile homes as a cash flow game.[00:07:28] Real estate clubs hand over leads.[00:09:03] Looking for the right seller.[00:10:30] Asking directly opens new opportunities.[00:12:19] How the business model makes money.[00:17:57] Going away from mobiles led to losses.[00:21:26] Buying undervalued homes from hardship.[00:29:40] Teaching through YouTube and partnership.QUOTES"That first huge paycheck was a feeling like, I did this. I created something from nothing, and I actually helped people." -John Fedro"If I died, I feel like I would be in heaven. I feel like I've really been able to help a lot of people." -John FedroSOCIAL MEDIA:John  FedroYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgRZElVN1-Mj3HQdqBzYrTQ  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_fedro/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ Mobile Home Investing: https://mobilehomeinvesting.net/about-john-fedro/ 

In episode 20 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews North Carolina’s rising star in land home deals, Sean Ade, as he shares his remarkable journey from a flooded duplex nightmare to leading a booming operation dedicated to bringing affordable housing to those who need it most. Tune in and get inspired to lead, implement, and take action toward your real estate and business goals!TIMESTAMPS[00:00:03] Intro & the Purpose-Driven Investor Vision[00:01:06] Sean Ade’s Real Estate Origin Story[00:06:01] Why Mobile Homes: Mentorship & Market Opportunity[00:09:44] Team Structure & Leveraging Partnerships[00:13:53] Deal Timelines, Process, and Profit Breakdown[00:14:27] Scaling Up: Year-Over-Year Growth[00:15:00] Common Pitfalls & Financing Hurdles[00:17:20] Purpose, Mindset, and Making an Impact[00:19:15] Overcoming Obstacles & Staying Motivated[00:21:15] Best Advice, Biggest Mistakes, and Game Changers[00:23:24] How to Connect with SeanQUOTES"It was very easy just to decide, maybe real estate's not for me... but it worked out really well in the back end." – Sean Ade"Let's just do as many as we can until the systems start to break. Let's figure out where our issues are." – Sean Ade"I like partnering with others... I do all the backend stuff, and let my GCs kind of run the projects for me." – Sean AdeSOCIAL MEDIASean AdeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanade/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanade/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 19 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Brian Ostrowiak, the founder of Bird Dog Group, who shares valuable insights on building and leading a successful real estate team, emphasizing the importance of purpose-driven investing and its impact on communities.Tune in to discover insights on team leadership and the impact of community-driven investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:03] Origin story of a real estate investor.[00:05:32] Young people and real estate.[00:07:19] Accessible wealth in real estate.[00:12:33] Bird Dog Group meaning.[00:15:10] Real estate as a wealth vehicle.[00:20:35] Team growth and quality control.[00:22:22] Leadership and team dynamics.[00:25:33] Work-life balance and efficiency.[00:30:25] Redefining success beyond real estate.[00:34:18] Importance of consistency in content.[00:37:07] Agent-investor relationship dynamics.[00:42:31] Purpose-driven investing in real estate.[00:44:09] Consistency in real estate success.[00:47:22] Purpose-driven investing for families.QUOTES"To us, to the rest of the team and me, real estate's not just a place you live. It's this vehicle for wealth and success and opportunity." -Brian Ostrowiak"My purpose is to get up every day and preach that and help." -Brian Ostrowiak"Don't deny the truth that's in front of you. Solve the problems that are in front of you." -Brian OstrowiakSOCIAL MEDIA:Brian OstrowiakTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@birddoggroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birddoggroup/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085624401064 WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 18 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Jaben Makings, founder of Onnix Investments, as he shares his unique journey from a small town in Nebraska to building a thriving wholesaling business in Arizona.Tune in for valuable lessons and practical advice tailored for investors looking to grow with intention and focus.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:19] Scaling and team building.[00:06:19] Early success in wholesaling.[00:09:17] Overcoming business challenges.[00:11:24] Value proposition for real estate agents.[00:15:18] Hiring for drive and accountability.[00:20:13] Advice to younger self.[00:21:47] Chasing comfort in success.[00:25:35] Purpose-driven investing.QUOTES"Burnout doesn't always come from too much work. Sometimes it comes from a lack of structure." -Jaben Makings"To be successful in business, I'm going to have to deal with a lot of discomfort and a lot of pain." -Jaben Makings"We want to be the tool in their tool belt." -Jaben MakingsSOCIAL MEDIAJaben MakingsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaben-makingsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaben_makings/WEBSITEHowell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ Onnix Investments: https://onnixinvestments.com/ 

In episode 17 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Wayne Seminoff, the founder of Junk Land Into Gold, as he shares his journey from being an accidental investor to mastering the art of turning junk land into profitable opportunities.Tune in to discover how purpose and profit can connect through innovative investing strategies.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:57] Accidental entry into real estate.[00:07:41] Mistakes leading to success.[00:10:16] Junk land isn't really junk.[00:12:20] Real estate investment strategies.[00:18:14] The thrill of the search.[00:23:13] Future of land value.[00:25:20] Don't wanters in real estate.QUOTES"One of the biggest things I teach is mistake your way to success." -Wayne Seminoff"It's like when you're hunting for gold, you get the gold fever. Except the land is actually worth more than gold." -Wayne Seminoff"Don't give up. Just don't give up and fail your way to success or mistake your way to success." -Wayne Seminoff==========================WATCHED THE VIDEO?Use code FUNSave 50% instantly.JOIN NOW: https://www.junklandintogold.com/live-webinar ==========================SOCIAL MEDIA:Wayne SeminoffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_askwayne/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ Wayne Seminoff: http://wayneseminoff.com/  

In episode 16 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Umaer Haq, the founder of Hands-On Homes, as he shares his inspiring journey from a competitive fighter to a successful real estate investor focused on affordable housing, mobile home parks, and impact-driven strategies.Tune in to discover how purpose and profit intersect in real estate investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:10] Origin of real estate journey.[00:06:30] Mobile home parks and impact.[00:10:33] Mindset shaped by combat sports.[00:11:44] Youth sports and competition.[00:17:21] Treating people right in business.[00:20:51] Mobile home parks as investments.[00:27:20] Wealth that matters.[00:27:41] Defining true wealth in life.[00:32:03] Importance of changing environment.[00:36:03] Purpose-driven investing.QUOTES"Through frustration comes growth." -Umaer Haq"Wealth to me is what I'm feeling in the moment, like when I'm holding my wife and my daughter, like that's real wealth to me." -Umaer Haq"Our lives are a direct reflection of the expectations of our peer group." -Umaer HaqSOCIAL MEDIA:Umaer HaqInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/umaer_haq/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umaer.haq/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 15 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Chris Maddox, founder of M51 and a seasoned real estate investor based in Greenville, South Carolina, as he shares valuable insights on how to build wealth without losing yourself in the process, the significance of time freedom, and the impact of giving back to the communityTune in to discover how purpose and profit can intersect in real estate and entrepreneurship.TIMESTAAMPS[00:01:57] Time freedom in real estate.[00:05:22] Transitioning from hairstylist to investor.[00:08:09] Purpose behind investing for family.[00:11:30] Listening to stressed sellers.[00:14:23] Creative financing in real estate.[00:20:27] Time freedom and the evolution of success.[00:22:38] Giving back to the community.[00:26:06] Creative strategies for investing.QUOTES"I think talking less, listening more, you know, asking questions, hearing what, what's the struggle, like what's, you know, what's the pain point, what's going on and not, you know, not overpowering the conversation." -Chris Maddox"Your network is your net worth." -Chris Maddox"I just feel like integrity is like the most important thing." -Chris MaddoxSOCIAL MEDIA:Chris MaddoxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/m51rei/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.maddox.505/ Email: [email protected] WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 14 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Carter Groomes from Renevo Financial, shares lessons on resilience, discipline, and building long-term relationships — both on the field and in real estate.Tune in for an engaging, honest discussion that gives you a behind-the-scenes look at private lending and the people who make real estate deals happen.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:52] Carter’s football & Clemson experience[05:00] Discipline, delayed gratification & leadership lessons[06:34] Applying college lessons to business[09:35] How Carter got into private lending[14:07] Misconceptions about lenders[16:01] About Renovo Financial & lending philosophy[18:30] What makes a deal an easy yes[19:48] Common deal pitfalls & how to avoid them[21:12] Why South Carolina is Carter’s focus[25:08] Mistakes investors make today[28:03] Overleveraging in the builder marketQUOTES"Preparation is everything — know your deal better than your lender." –Carter Groomes"Face-to-face relationships and local expertise create trust and opportunity." –Carter GroomesSOCIAL MEDIA:Carter GroomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carter-groomes-21983a173/  Instagram: http://instagram.com/cartergroomes/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ Renevo Financial: https://renovofinancial.com/ 

In episode 13 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Tim Woodbridge, founder of WCG Investments, as he shares his inspiring journey from a nursing career to becoming a successful mobile home park investor, highlighting the importance of aligning business with values.Tune in for an engaging, honest discussion that highlights the people behind the deals in real estate investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:19] Transition from nursing to investing.[00:06:34] Affordable housing impact goal.[00:10:14] Investment decisions and values.[00:14:26] Investor fundamentals versus speculation.[00:20:20] Honesty in leadership communication.[00:21:16] Building relationships through investment.QUOTES"Because when we invest with purpose, everyone wins." -Robert Howell"I want to create a nice impact where there's all this affordable housing need, and we can supply that to people." -Tim WoodridgeSOCIAL MEDIA:Tim WoodbridgeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timwoodbridge/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tim.woodbridge/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tim.woodbridge.54/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 11 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Gary Wilson from the Global Investor Agent team, who shares his unique journey into real estate, from his childhood fascination with architecture to becoming a successful investor and educator.Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on how to connect profit with purpose in your investment journey.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:00] Gary's journey into real estate.[00:04:47] House hacking origins.[00:08:18] Global investor agent team benefits.[00:11:11] Investor education differences.[00:14:10] Inflation and property market dynamics.[00:19:10] Building trust with investors.[00:21:48] Patience through experience in investing.[00:25:03] Best decision in business.[00:28:29] Daily habits for success.[00:32:54] Purpose-driven investing.QUOTES"You want to learn small, learn on a small scale, and grow big after that." -Gary Wilson"Live with honor, work with honor, treat other people with honor, right? I can't emphasize that enough." -Gary WilsonSOCIAL MEDIAGary WilsonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thegarywilson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.estate.with.gary.wilson/ WEBSITEHowell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ The Global Investor Agent: http://globalinvestoragent.com/  

In episode 10 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews seasoned real estate entrepreneur and investor Brad Martin, co-founder of Rêve Estates, as he shares his journey from house hacking to managing a diverse portfolio of real estate assets, including multifamily, industrial, and luxury short-term rentals.Tune in to discover how to build durable wealth through impactful investing and learn from Brad's journey in the real estate industry.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:53] House hacking as an investment.[00:04:44] Diversification in real estate investing.[00:09:17] Short-term rental markets.[00:12:43] Buying assets with cash.[00:16:37] Lifestyle component in real estate.[00:18:55] Lifestyle investment opportunities.[00:21:49] Market trends and cycle awareness.[00:25:12] Leadership style evolution.[00:29:44] Tough lessons in business partnerships.[00:32:18] Real estate investment conversations.QUOTES "If you can underwrite a good deal, you can be profitable across asset classes." - Brad Martin"I get to do what I want, when I want, with whom I want." -Brand Martin "I choose to work for myself. And for that, I want to have this great lifestyle that I can share with my friends and my family." -Brad MartinSOCIAL MEDIA:Brad MartinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradmartin/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ Rêve Estates: https://reve-estates.com/contact-us/ 

In episode 9 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Mike Donelson, the founder of Legacy Homes of the Upstate, as he shares his incredible journey from UPS management to ministry, and now to real estate investing. Tune in to explore the intersection of purpose and profit in the world of real estate investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:40] Leadership lessons from UPS.[00:06:45] Business and ministry connection.[00:08:40] Starting a construction business.[00:12:42] Real estate as a stewardship decision.[00:18:11] Legacy and personal fulfillment.[00:19:21] Season of people.[00:25:02] Faith and finance alignment.[00:27:21] Legacy and personal impact.[00:31:17] Purpose-driven investing.QUOTES"People are not a means to an end. People are the end." -Mike Donelson"For me, it's not the legacy... What is my legacy? And really, I want to be known as a Christian, like in my intro there, a Christian who loves the Lord." -Mike Donelson"Success is not necessarily how much you accumulate. It's who you become and who you serve along the way." -Robert HowellCONTACT:Mike DonelsonMobile: 630-777-1619WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 8 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Sten Muchow, a real estate investor and entrepreneur, who shares his journey from computer science to land and mobile home investing—and how he aligns purpose with profit in real estate.Tune in to learn how purpose and profit can align in the realm of real estate investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:44] Community in real estate investing.[00:04:11] Real estate investment journey.[00:08:40] Evolving land flipping strategies.[00:12:12] Mobile home investment strategy.[00:15:42] Simplicity of mobile homes on land.[00:18:38] The importance of community.[00:23:09] Financial freedom definition.[00:26:46] Purpose-driven investing.QUOTES"Real estate is one of the best ways you can control your destiny." -Sten Muchow"When I talk about showing God's love through affordable housing, it's like, man, that's a special moment." -Robert Howell"Having that purpose of building something... definitely having that purpose in mind." -Sten MuchowSOCIAL MEDIASten MuchowLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stenmuchow/ Mobile: 904-325-6275 WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 7 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Jack Watson, founder of Prime Property Partners, who shares his journey from aspiring doctor to multi-state real estate investor and insights into virtual real estate investing.Tune in to learn about virtual investing, building cross-state teams, and the importance of purpose-driven investment.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:34] Virtual investing strategies.[00:06:25] Investing in Eastern Tennessee.[00:08:37] Wholetail land deal success.[00:12:30] Virtual land deal systems.[00:15:30] Land home packages benefits.[00:19:47] Getting started in real estate.[00:24:13] Best virtual deal so far.[00:27:04] Purpose-driven investing.[00:29:14] Purpose-driven investing impact.QUOTES"With the right systems, partners, and mindset, you can build real assets in the best markets." - Jack Watson"Trying to remain grateful, you know, every single day, you know, writing down five or six things that we're grateful for." -Jack WatsonSOCIAL MEDIAJack WatsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwatsonrealestate/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jackwatson21 WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 6 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Charles Tarantino, a Florida CPA specializing in tax planning for real estate investors and entrepreneurs, as they discuss the key differences between tax preparation and planning, common investor mistakes, and how to work effectively with a CPA to maximize wealth-building potential.Tune in for valuable insights that can help you keep more of what you earn and enhance your wealth-building strategies.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:00] Passion for accounting and problem-solving.[00:06:23] Tax prep vs. tax planning.[00:11:00] Responsive communication with CPA.[00:12:11] Importance of bookkeeping in investments.[00:16:14] Cost segregation in real estate.[00:20:22] Short-term rentals and taxation.[00:25:18] Purpose-driven wealth-building strategies.[00:28:33] Purpose-driven investing.QUOTES"I am just really driven by being able to help my clients build wealth and playing a key role in that from the tax side." -Charles Tarantino"Purpose-driven investing... is just being hyper-focused on what your goals are." -Charles Tarantino"Because when we invest with purpose, everyone wins." -Robert HowellSOCIAL MEDIACharles TarantinoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cjthecpa/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charles.tarantino.2025/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlestarantino/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 5 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Luke Winter, a real estate investor turned marketing powerhouse and founder of The Hello Pro, as he shares his incredible journey from being an accidental landlord to scaling a successful flipping and wholesaling business to over 200 deals a year.Tune in to gain valuable insights from Luke's unique perspective on scaling a real estate business while maintaining a focus on purpose-driven investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:53] Accidental landlord journey.[00:05:15] Scaling real estate business success.[00:09:26] Leadership and team communication.[00:12:10] Importance of marketing in scaling.[00:17:35] TV ads for real estate investors.[00:19:31] Effective TV marketing results.[00:24:06] Entrepreneurial mindset and family focus.[00:27:27] Work-life integration as an entrepreneur.[00:30:23] Health and productivity transformation.QUOTES"As a leader, you have to understand your team well enough to go and say, hey, this is how you like to receive information." -Luke Winter"If we can get that message out to the masses, effectively, then you can get really great results out of it." -Luke Winter"If you keep focused on what drives you and what you initially set off to do and to achieve, uh, I think fulfillment will almost certainly come after that." -Luke WinterSOCIAL MEDIALuke WinterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukewinter_official/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ The Hello Pro: https://thehellopro.com/about-us/  

In episode 4 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Ray Khan, the founder of True Prevail Ventures, as he emphasizes the importance of building wealth while uplifting communities and highlights how his personal experiences have shaped his mission to use business for social good.Tune in for an inspiring conversation about merging profit with purpose in the real estate industry.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:02] Early entrepreneurial experiences.[00:06:17] Business for social work.[00:08:13] First house flipping experience.[00:13:39] Purpose-driven success in business.[00:15:51] Balancing purpose and profit.[00:21:16] Affordable living opportunities.[00:25:21] First big win in real estate.[00:28:12] Investing with purpose.QUOTES"What matters is along the journey, how many people did we uplift and how much good we did in business and in the world." -Ray Khan"It's not always about the money; you can also be kind to people, you can show them respect, you know, and treat people good, and you know that works in your favor as well." -Ray Khan"Being emotional is the graveyard for investors." -Ray Khan SOCIAL MEDIARay KhanFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565360131978 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trueprevailventures/ WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

In episode 3 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Brent Bowers, CEO of  ZechBuysHouses LLC & Co-Founder, Land Home League, as he shares his inspiring journey from being an army officer to discovering the transformative potential of land investing.Tune in to learn how purpose and profit can align in the world of real estate and impact-driven investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:49] Influence through helping others.[00:05:16] Discovering land investment strategies.[00:07:38] Property management challenges.QUOTES"We're sharing God's love through affordable housing." -Brent Bowers"I almost felt like I hit the lottery doing these, and I just kept doing them over and over and over and just perfecting the system." -Brent BowersSOCIAL MEDIABrent BowersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentlbowers/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX4sxJwiz7ET7AKTXD9SA8A WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ The Land Sharks: https://www.thelandsharks.com/  

In this second episode of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Arn Cenedella,  a seasoned real estate investor with over 48 years of experience, as he shares his journey from a family business in California to becoming a prominent figure in the Greenville, South Carolina, real estate market.Tune in to learn how purpose and profit can align in the world of real estate investing.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:06] Accidental entry into real estate.[00:08:12] Greenville's emerging multifamily market.[00:12:08] Multifamily investment transition.[00:14:07] Affordable housing options in Greenville.[00:21:21] Portfolio overview and growth strategy.[00:27:28] Passive investing and time freedom.[00:28:15] Real estate investment opportunities.[00:33:03] Honesty and communication in business.QUOTES"Find good partners who have skills that you don't have, but who have high character." -Arn Cenedella"Learn to trust that because usually what it's saying is correct." -Arn Cenedella"I think the way you really get ahead is find your lane, find something you're good at that fits your skill set, and then just keep working that over, and just rinse and repeat that." -Arn CenedellaSOCIAL MEDIAArn CenedellaEmail: [email protected]: 650-575-6114WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ Invest with Spark: https://investwithspark.com/ 

 In this first episode of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell, a seasoned real estate investor and founder of Define Communities, explores the intersection of purpose and profit in the world of affordable housing and impact-driven investing.Tune in to explore how investment can be a force for good in communities.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:39] Affordable housing impact.[00:04:40] Impactful investing stories.QUOTES"I realized that, hey, I could make an impact on folks that live in mobile homes and really help to provide a better housing situation for them.""Because when we invest with purpose, everyone wins."WEBSITE:Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/ 

What if your next investment could do more than build wealth?What if it could create homes, stability, and lasting impact? I’m Robert Howell, host of The Purpose Driven Investor. A show built on the belief that profit and purpose can work together. After years in real estate, I’ve seen how intentional investing creates real change.And how aligning your money with your mission leads to long-term returns that matter. Here, we explore affordable housing, land-home developments, and partnerships shaped for impact. Whether you're funding projects, selling land, or learning the model, there's a place for you. Because the best investments don’t just create ROI — they create defining moments. Subscribe now and join the movement of purpose-driven investors.