Path of Progress

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Brad Weber, a Cleveland-based real estate investor who transformed from a young college student studying to become a teacher into a full-time investor involved in 900+ real estate transactions.Brad shares the raw reality of surviving the 2008 market crash, working 90-hour weeks as a realtor, and discovering wholesaling before most agents even knew it existed. After making $30,000 on his very first wholesale deal, Brad realized there was a completely different side of real estate built around investors, systems, and scalable business operations.This episode dives deep into wholesaling, building a buyers list, scaling with low overhead, creating systems through franchising, balancing family life while growing a business, and how to think like a true long-term investor.Whether you're just getting started in real estate or trying to scale your investing business, this episode is packed with practical strategies, mindset shifts, and honest lessons from someone who has survived multiple market cycles.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Brad made $30K on his first wholesale deal✅ Why he left traditional real estate behind✅ The reality of surviving the 2008 market crash✅ How wholesaling actually works (simple explanation)✅ Using bandit signs & handwritten letters to generate deals✅ Scaling from solo wholesaler to 40–50 deals per year✅ Why systems and branding matter in real estate✅ Building work-life balance without quitting investing✅ How he evaluates flips vs rentals vs wholesale exits✅ The mindset shift from salesperson to investor📚 Book Recommendation:– You Can’t Teach a Kid to Ride a Bike at a Seminar by David Sandler🌐 Connect with Brad Weber:💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-weber-64062a19/💼 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/brad.weber.re🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/aO3UpgxBqpE🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-2008-crash-to-real-estate-success-brad/id1782550599?i=1000766813960🙌 Stay Connected👍 Like, subscribe & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathofproInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathofproLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/X (Twitter): https://x.com/pathofproYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pathofproTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #BradWeber #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #Wholesaling #WholesaleRealEstate #HomeVestors #RealEstateInvestor #PassiveIncome #RentalProperties #HouseFlipping #RealEstateBusiness #ClevelandRealEstate #FinancialFreedom #RealEstatePodcast #Entrepreneurship #RealEstateStrategy #InvestorMindset #BuyAndHold #WholesalingRealEstate

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Justin Goodin — a real estate developer who made the jump from analyzing deals at a bank to building multimillion-dollar projects from the ground up.After years of underwriting multifamily deals, Justin noticed a pattern: most of them didn’t actually make sense.Instead of forcing bad acquisitions, he pivoted.Today, he’s developing $30M+ multifamily and mixed-use projects—and sharing exactly how those deals are structured, where the real risks are, and why development may offer better opportunities in today’s market.This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. You’ll learn how developers think, how risk is actually managed in construction, and what separates smart operators from the rest.If you're serious about real estate—or trying to understand where the market is heading—this episode is a must-watch.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Why most multifamily deals stopped penciling✅ The real difference between value-add and development✅ How Justin went from underwriting to building $30M+ projects✅ What a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract actually does✅ How developers reduce risk in construction deals✅ Why location and supply constraints matter more than ever✅ How future rents are projected in development✅ The biggest mistakes new investors make✅ Why “who you invest with” matters more than strategy✅ The mindset shift required to scale in real estate📚 Book Recommendation:– Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing by Michael Blank🌐 Connect with Justin Goodin:🌍 Website → https://goodindevelopment.com/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/justingoodin/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/justin.goodin.16📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@JustinGoodin📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/justin.goodin/🐦 X (Twitter) → https://x.com/JustinGoodin_🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/W-BYep-AFDY🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathofproInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathofproLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/X (Twitter): https://x.com/pathofproYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pathofproTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #JustinGoodin #AlexKononov #RealEstateDevelopment #MultifamilyInvesting #GroundUpDevelopment #CommercialRealEstate #PassiveIncome #RealEstateInvesting #CRE #DevelopmentDeals #InvestorMindset #CapitalRaising #BuildToSell #DealAnalysis #RealEstateStrategy #Entrepreneurship #WealthBuilding #FinancialFreedom

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Dan Costantino, an operator who scaled from flipping houses on the side to acquiring a 305-unit, $18M multifamily portfolio.Dan didn’t start in real estate full-time. While working a W2 in logistics and sales, he began flipping houses and slowly building a rental portfolio on the side. Over time, he transitioned into larger deals, eventually taking a massive leap into multifamily.But this deal didn’t go as planned.After closing, Dan uncovered serious issues—occupancy wasn’t what it seemed, tenant quality was poor, and income projections quickly fell apart. Within the first year, the property faced a $600K+ deficit, forcing him to pause investor distributions and navigate one of the toughest periods of his career.This episode is a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when scaling goes wrong—and what it takes to recover.From raising millions in capital to rebuilding operations and restoring investor trust, Dan shares lessons that most investors only learn the hard way.Whether you're just starting out or scaling into larger deals, this episode is packed with real-world insights, hard truths, and valuable strategies.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Dan scaled from flips to 300+ units✅ The real story behind the $18M deal✅ What went wrong after closing the property✅ The risks of inaccurate occupancy and projections✅ Losing $600K+ and handling financial pressure✅ Why he paused investor payments✅ How he stabilized and turned the deal around✅ Raising $5M in capital for large deals✅ The importance of due diligence at scale✅ Why scaling too fast can backfire📚 Book Recommendation:– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki🌐 Connect with Dan Costantino:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/dancostantino_/🌍 Website → https://www.412ah.com/🌍 Website → https://www.achievecapitalpartners.com/🌍 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/dancostantino💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-costantino/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/Ild36b0g0Nw🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-30-to-305-units-the-%2418m-deal-that-almost-failed/id1782550599?i=1000763457218🙌 Stay Connected#PathOfProgress #DanCostantino #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #Multifamily#ApartmentInvesting #CapitalRaising #RealEstateMistakes #Entrepreneurship#PassiveIncome #RealEstateLessons #ScalingBusiness #PropertyInvesting#FinancialFreedom #RealEstateJourney #InvestorMindset #DealBreakdown#MultifamilyInvesting #Cashflow #WealthBuilding

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with William Liu, multifamily investor, operator, and co-founder of GiveRise Capital. Together with his wife Anita, William oversees 160+ units and $37 million+ in assets under management — all while prioritizing family, values-aligned partnerships, and long-term wealth.William’s journey is anything but traditional: from 4 years in the US Army as a Psychological Operations specialist to a 20-year corporate marketing career that took him from ad tech analyst all the way to Chief Marketing Officer in higher education. A forced W2 exit right before his daughter was born became the catalyst to go all-in on real estate. He shares how he applied his marketing and psychology expertise to capital raising, the gritty lessons from his first 76-unit Class C deal in Irving, Texas, and how they quickly scaled to an 82-unit Class A property in Richardson just nine months later. This is a masterclass in infrastructure building, navigating a soft market, creating supplemental loans, and turning military precision + corporate systems into a thriving family real estate business.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From Army PSYOP to CMO — how 20 years of marketing became the ultimate capital-raising superpower✅ The “forced exit” moment that made him choose family and assets over corporate stability✅ First deal: 76-unit Class C in Irving, TX — buying from an upside-down seller and managing concessions in a tough market✅ Second deal nine months later: 82-unit 2017 Class A in Richardson — value-add office-to-unit conversion + supplemental loan strategy✅ Why values alignment and spending full days with potential partners beats any LOI✅ Applying investor funnels, CRM, and content to syndication (exactly like performance marketing)✅ Property management vs. asset management — the lesson that changed everything✅ Building community through Subtle Asian Real Estate and targeting Asian-American investors in their 30s–40s✅ Cash conservation mindset in a soft Texas market and why “cash is king” right now✅ Long-term vision: more multifamily, debt funds, private equity, and creating generational wealth📚 Book Recommendation:– The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki🌐 Connect with William Liu:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/will.girldadinvesting/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/willliuh/📧 Email → [email protected]🌍 Website → https://www.giverisecapital.com/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/SSp4L8W7YlE🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathofproInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathofproLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/X (Twitter): https://x.com/pathofproTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #WilliamLiu #GiveRiseCapital #MultifamilyInvesting #CapitalRaising #RealEstatePodcast #FromCorporateToMultifamily #FamilyFirstInvesting #TexasMultifamily #AssetManagement #SupplementalLoan #ClassCtoClassA #PassiveIncome #LegacyBuilding #AlexKononov

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with a unique guest who followed an unconventional path—from studying engineering to practicing law, and ultimately building wealth through real estate investing. While continuing his career as a real estate lawyer, he strategically leveraged his knowledge of the legal system to invest smarter and scale his portfolio.This episode breaks down how combining professional expertise with investing can create powerful opportunities. Instead of relying on a single income stream, he built a dual path—balancing a legal career while growing in real estate.You’ll learn how he transitioned across industries, how legal knowledge gave him an edge in deals, and how he approached risk, growth, and long-term wealth building. This is a practical and mindset-driven conversation for anyone looking to build income beyond their primary career.Whether you're a student, working professional, or aspiring investor, this episode shows how to think long-term, leverage your skills, and create opportunities in real estate.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Transitioning from engineering to law to real estate✅ Using legal knowledge to invest smarter✅ Building multiple income streams while working full-time✅ Why relying on one career can limit growth✅ Leveraging skills from one field into another✅ Mindset shifts needed for long-term wealth✅ Balancing career stability with investing opportunities✅ How professionals can enter real estate strategically📚 Book / Resource Recommendation:– The Torah– Gary Vaynerchuk snippets on hiring & firing fast🌐 Connect with Niv Davidovich:📧 Email → [email protected]🌍 Website → https://davidovichlaw.com/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/davidovich-stone-law-group📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/davidovichstone📱 TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@davidovichstone👍 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/davidovichstone/𝕏 X (Twitter) → https://x.com/DavidovichLaw▶️ YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFjWau0jLOas3AhkqUGcMsw🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/XST4jivm_bQ🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected 📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #NivDavidovich #RealEstateInvesting #LandlordAttorney #MultifamilyInvesting #CaliforniaRealEstate #EvictionStories #MusicProducerToInvestor #RealEstateLaw #PassiveIncome #InvestorMindset

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Jonathan Paz, founder of KPI Capital Partners, who oversees a $72M+ investment platform spanning multifamily, land development, and energy infrastructure.Jonathan shares his journey: starting in subprime mortgages right after high school, moving into hedge funds and mortgage-backed securities, surviving the 2008 crash as a limited partner (LP), and scaling from single-family flips and land procurement (4.5X returns) to managing $72 million in assets under management — while now acquiring and scaling power plants for data centers and hyperscalers.This is a masterclass in vertical integration, conservative underwriting, smart capital raising, and building a diversified real estate + energy empire.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Early start in subprime finance right after high school✅ First LP deal in 2007 and navigating the 2008 crash✅ Land procurement strategy that delivered 4.5X returns in 10-14 months✅ Scaling from 4 single-family homes to 14 full-cycle multifamily deals✅ Why he used his own money first before raising external capital✅ Targeting emerging markets like Cleveland, Tulsa, Atlanta & more✅ The bold pivot into acquiring and scaling power plants✅ Family office deals, 506B vs 506C syndications, and powerful tax strategies✅ His ambitious 5-year vision: 5,000–6,000 units + 4-5 gigawatts of energyWhether you're a beginner investor, aspiring GP, or interested in alternative assets like energy, this episode is packed with tactical insights and long-term vision.📚 Book Recommendations:– Emerging Real Estate Markets by David Lindahl– Atomic Habits by James Clear🌐 Connect with Jonathan Paz:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jonathanpazofficial/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanpazofficial🌍 Website → https://kpi-capital.com/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/1s8vv6Ts5No🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strategy-behind-jonathan-pazs-%24100m-real-estate/id1782550599?i=1000759068884🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofproLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofproX (Twitter) → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #JonathanPaz #KPIcapital #RealEstateEmpire #MultifamilyInvesting #PowerPlants #DataCenters #EmergingMarkets #RealEstate syndication #TaxStrategies #LandDevelopment #PassiveIncome #FromMedicineToMillions #ClevelandRealEstate #TulsaRealEstate #VerticalIntegration

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Charles Seaman, a multifamily investor, managing partner at Cashflow Champs, and coach at Master Passive Income, who went from having zero professional experience to becoming a general partner in 500+ units and completing multiple full-cycle deals.Charles didn’t follow the “guru playbook.” Instead of chasing hype, he built his career by learning from the ground up, spending 14 years inside a real estate operation before stepping out on his own. From struggling to raise his first $2M deal to navigating market cycles and failed assumptions, this episode reveals the real side of syndication that most people don’t talk about.This is a raw, practical breakdown of timing the market, building credibility without shortcuts, and surviving when deals don’t go as planned. If you’re serious about multifamily investing, this episode is packed with hard-earned lessons and real-world strategy.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Why timing matters more than most investors think✅ The truth about syndication (and why it’s not easy)✅ How Charles closed his first 92-unit deal with no experience✅ The biggest mistake new investors make when underwriting deals✅ Why raising capital is harder than it looks✅ The “extend and pretend” strategy happening in today’s market✅ How to build relationships with lenders, brokers, and operators✅ Why having extra cash can save your deals✅ The importance of patience in market cycles✅ How networking creates real opportunities in real estate📚 Book Recommendation:– How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie🌐 Connect with Charles Seaman:📧 Email → [email protected]📱 Phone → 347-306-3278🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/qeqhv2Vg2WU🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/timing-matters-in-real-estate-charles-seamans-syndication/id1782550599?i=1000756357907🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #CharlesSeaman #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #Multifamily #Syndication #PassiveIncome #MarketCycles #CapitalRaising #RealEstateTruth #InvestingTips #Entrepreneurship #Cashflow #Networking #FinancialFreedom

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with former NHL defenseman Alexei Semenov, who transitioned from professional hockey into real estate investing and development.After spending 11 seasons in the NHL, Alexei began studying real estate during the final years of his career. Through discipline, relentless networking, and analyzing dozens of deals daily, he built a growing portfolio that now includes 60+ units in Cleveland and more than 300 units under contract.Alexei shares how his athlete mindset translated into business, the lessons he learned from early hospitality and flipping projects, and how strategic partnerships helped him scale quickly in multifamily real estate.This episode dives into the mindset, strategy, and discipline required to transition from professional sports to building long-term wealth through real estate.Whether you're an athlete preparing for life after sports or an investor looking to scale your portfolio, this conversation offers practical insights and lessons from someone who rebuilt his career from the ground up.📌 Key Takeaways✅ How Alexei transitioned from NHL to real estate investing✅ Scaling from small multifamily deals to 60+ units in under a year✅ Why networking events can unlock major partnerships✅ The BRRRR strategy he uses to return investor capital in months✅ How discipline from professional sports translates into business success✅ Why Cleveland became a strong cash-flow market for his portfolio✅ How he analyzes 30–50 deals every day✅ Lessons learned from hospitality projects and luxury flips✅ The importance of mentors and partnerships in real estate✅ Building long-term wealth through cash-flowing assets📚 Book Recommendations– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki– The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason– BRRRR Investing by David Greene🌐 Connect with Alexei Semenov📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/alexeisemenov.co💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexei-semenov-b6733120/📧 Email → [email protected]🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/cNaxJA39y5g🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#RealEstatePodcast #RealEstateInvestor #MultifamilyInvesting #MultifamilyRealEstate #ApartmentInvesting #RentalProperties #PropertyInvesting #PassiveIncomeIdeas #CashflowInvesting #BRRRRMethod #BRRRRStrategy #RealEstateDeals #RealEstateEducation #RealEstateMindset #RealEstateStrategy #ScalingRealEstate #DealAnalysis #DealFlow #PathOfProgress #AlexeiSemenov #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyInvesting #PassiveIncome #AthleteToInvestor #RealEstatePodcast #BRRRRStrategy #MultifamilyRealEstate #Entrepreneurship

In this powerful episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov interviews Jeremy Brown, a land investor who specializes in complex deals like rezoning, subdividing, and acquisitions others avoid—with over 100 deals across states. Jeremy's journey is more than deals: from a single dad at 19 starting PC repair, to building a 17-year publishing business (authoring/ghostwriting books, mailing thousands for leads), to facing his son's serious medical needs while living in an RV, then pivoting to land investing that thrived in crisis. He shares the BURN storytelling framework (Beginning-Urgency-Process-Newness) he built his company around, creative no-money-down strategies, authority marketing with books, and how his new book "Pursuit of the Deal" creates deal flow. Raw, faith-driven, and tactical—this is inspiration for anyone facing hardship while building wealth.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Pivoting from 17 years in publishing to land during family crisis✅ BURN process: Storytelling to close deals, delegate, and manage projects✅ Mailing physical books + handwritten notes for leads (authority marketing math)✅ Creative financing: No big cash needed—small EMD, seller terms, assignments✅ Sweet spot deals: Buy under $250K, subdivide, recap with first 2 lots✅ Rezoning/subdividing tough land others ignore for big profits✅ Picking ideal customers (Pareto 80/20) for synergy and joy✅ Book as networking tool: Free giveaways to realtors/planners for referrals✅ Mindset gems: Double your money rule, think in pictures, divine appointments✅ One thing he wishes he knew early: Deals without upfront cash📚 Book Recommendations:– Book of Proverbs– Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill– Pursuit of the Deal by Jeremy Brown (launching soon)🌐 Connect with Jeremy Brown:🌐 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.d.brown.54📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jeremydbrown/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-d-brown-7a0b263/📧 Email → [email protected]🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/JxksbhKjuz4🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #JeremyBrown #LandInvesting #RealEstatePivot #CreativeFinancing #RezoningLand #SubdivideLand #AuthorityMarketing #BurnProcess #NoMoneyDown #SingleDadSuccess #RVtoRiches #RealEstateJourney #FaithAndBusiness #DealFlow #PursuitOfTheDeal #LandFlipping #ComplexDeals #StorytellingInSales #YoungEntrepreneur #OvercomeHardship

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Larry Mastropieri, a South Florida-based real estate broker, investor, and founder of Discover South Florida ⁨and The Mastropieri Group. Larry scaled from house-hacking duplexes in 2010 (right after the crash) to owning ~130 multifamily units—all without raising outside capital—while building a boutique luxury brokerage hitting $125M+ in annual sales volume. This is a no-BS conversation about real market intelligence, navigating tough neighborhoods, seller financing deals in 2026, the condo crisis, insurance wildcards, why West Palm is outperforming expectations, and the mindset required to go deep in one hyper-competitive market instead of chasing every hot city. Whether you're investing in Florida, relocating, or building a brokerage team, Larry shares tactical lessons from 2,000+ transactions and boots-on-the-ground experience.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From engineer to full-time real estate: why he left GE for brokerage + investing synergies✅ House hacking duplexes → scaling to 130 units using BRRRR (no outside investors)✅ Buying an 8-unit in a “war zone” SWAT-raided building—and why sticking with it paid off✅ Path of progress investing: balancing cash flow vs. long-term appreciation plays✅ Why West Palm Beach & Broward are outperforming Miami expectations in 2025–2026✅ Current market reality: softening prices, 80–100 DOM, condo depreciation vs. single-family/duplex strength✅ Seller financing deals still happening + how competitive South Florida really is for cash-flow seekers✅ Building a boutique “teamage” brokerage: inbound leads, 5-person marketing team, no cold calling✅ Deep market intel: weekly podcast research, full-time researcher, knowing developments before they hit mainstream✅ Florida insurance crisis, HOA/condo issues, and realistic 2026 outlook for investors✅ Ego control, digging deeper as an expert, and staying hyper-local instead of expanding markets📚 Book Recommendation:– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki🌐 Connect with Larry Mastropieri:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/larrymastropieri🌍 Website → https://www.discoversouthflorida.com/📧 Email → [email protected]💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrymastropieri📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@LarryMastropieri🌍 𝕏 → https://x.com/L_Mastropieri📺 TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@larrymastropieri🌐 Connect with Discover South Florida:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/discover.southflorida💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/discover-south-florida📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@discoversouthflorida🌍 𝕏 → https://x.com/DiscoverSoFlo📺 TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@discover.southflorida🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/uJhQVluD80E🎧 Spotify → 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected👍 Like, subscribe & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofproX → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #LarryMastropieri #SouthFloridaRealEstate #DiscoverSouthFlorida #MultifamilyInvesting #BrowardRealEstate #PalmBeachRealEstate #RealEstateBrokerage #FloridaMarket2026 #WestPalmBeach #CondoCrisis #SellerFinancing #BRRRR #RealEstateInvesting #MarketIntelligence #BoutiqueBrokerage #PathOfProgressPodcast #AlexKononov #LuxuryRealEstate #InvestorMindset #CashFlowVsAppreciation

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Tim Street, former Marine, federal air marshal, tech sales leader, top-producing real estate agent, and now founder of FoolProof FSBO — a platform that helps homeowners sell without agents and keep tens of thousands in equity.Tim shares his raw journey: surviving a brutal failed FSBO attempt during his divorce, getting his license out of frustration with agents, building a portfolio of high-performing short-term rentals (including an 8-bed home grossing ~$300K/year), almost crossing an ethical line that nearly destroyed his values, and walking away from commissions to teach others how to price correctly, prepare fast, negotiate like pros, and avoid legal disasters.This is not anti-agent — it's pro-homeowner empowerment. Whether you're thinking of selling FSBO, investing in short-term rentals, or just want unfiltered real estate truth from someone who's lived every side of the business, this episode delivers mindset, tactics, and hard-earned lessons.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Why Tim got his license purely to protect his own deals (and why investors should too)✅ Building & scaling luxury short-term rentals in Florida (sleeps 21 + heated pools = massive demand)✅ The dark moment he almost "joined the dark side" — and why he walked away forever✅ How consumer psychology + sales grit = 102.3% list-to-sold ratio and weekend contracts✅ FoolProof FSBO blueprint: 7-day market-ready launch, bidding-war pricing, legal checklists✅ Who should (and shouldn't) try FSBO — and his nationwide agent backup plan✅ Future pivot ideas: tiny-home wedding venues / resort plays via 1031 exchange✅ Lessons from Marines, air marshals, startups, divorce, and fatherhood📚 Book Recommendation:– Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand🌐 Connect with Tim Street:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/foolprooffsbo🌍 Website → https://foolprooffsbo.com/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothyjstreet/🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@foolprooffsbo🌐 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/foolprooffsbo🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/ONCXTGL83fY🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/episode/1jMKUiEkLufvVz5Rg4fk73?si=oST2KIyWTI6NY_KmrRHbWg🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marine-air-marshal-tech-sales-real-estate-rebel-why/id1782550599?i=1000750680983🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofproX → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #TimStreet #FoolProofFSBO #AlexKononov #ForSaleByOwner #FSBO #SellWithoutAgent #RealEstateInvesting #ShortTermRentals #Airbnb #KeepYourEquity #RealEstateSales #MarineToMillionaire #EntrepreneurJourney #PassiveIncomeTruth #RealEstateMindset #SellYourHome #NoCommission #BiddingWar #realestateethics

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Ari Rastegar, Founder & CEO of Rastegar Capital—a vertically integrated real estate powerhouse operating across 38 cities and 13 states with billions in development underway. Ari shares his unfiltered origin story: flipping burgers at Johnny Rockets, delivering pizzas, borrowing $3,500 in law school to build his first house, surviving catastrophic entertainment business failures, and turning his grandfather’s prophecy (“One day you’re going to buy them all”) into a multi-billion-dollar vision. Today he’s pioneering 3D-printed homes to address America’s 5-million-unit housing shortage—building faster, cheaper, and stronger. This is a raw conversation on failure as the ultimate teacher, zoning/entitlement mastery, managing massive downside risk, balancing single fatherhood with relentless ambition, and why hunger + discipline beats talent every time. Whether you're a beginner or scaling institutionally, this episode delivers mindset gold and bleeding-edge real estate tactics.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From $3,500 land flip in law school to billions in AUM & development✅ Grandfather’s words that planted the real estate seed✅ Epic failures (entertainment business wipeout) → massive comeback✅ Why focusing on how to LOSE money matters more than making it✅ Zoning & entitlement mastery: turning Class C apartments into luxury townhomes✅ 3D printing homes: 6 weeks vs 9 months, higher quality, lower cost, disaster-resistant✅ Solving the U.S. 5-million-home shortage + Texas 500k-unit gap✅ Building supertall towers (400 ft in Dallas) + master-planned communities✅ Balancing single fatherhood, sacrifice, and explosive growth✅ Hunger, delegation, and evolving from founder to CEO✅ The Gift of Failure: turning setbacks into leadership📚 Book Recommendation:– Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill– The Gift of Failure by Ari Rastegar🌐 Connect with Ari Rastegar / Rastegar Capital:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/rastegar/🌍 Website → https://rastegarcapital.com/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/rastegarcapital🌐Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rastegarcapital/📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@Ari_Rastegar🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/XE4ZjfIOGhw🎧 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Kl9zfIAZejbnjOxzmtniP?si=WYe88zy1Q9Whnx2z8tTKtQ🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-%243-500-loan-to-real-estate-empire-ari-rastegars/id1782550599?i=1000749630370🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofproX → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #AriRastegar #RastegarCapital #RealEstateInvesting #3DPrinting #CommercialRealEstate #Multifamily #Development #ZoningMastery #HousingShortage #SunbeltBoom #FailureToSuccess #EntrepreneurMindset #WealthBuilding #AustinRealEstate #DallasDevelopment #FutureOfHousing #VerticalIntegration #InstitutionalRealEstate #Cashflow #LegacyBuilding

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Marco Barbaro, a chef-turned real estate investor, capital raiser, and mentor who has partnered in 3,700+ multifamily units across multiple market cycles.Marco didn’t start big — he started with a single four-unit property, learning property management firsthand by fixing roofs, handling tenants, and managing cash flow himself. Over 25+ years, he navigated recessions, market booms, COVID, and rising interest rates while building self-managed operations, long-term partnerships, and a reputation rooted in trust.This episode dives deep into why starting small matters, how market cycles create opportunity, and why relationships matter more than door count. Marco also breaks down his philosophy on attracting capital (not chasing it), choosing the right partners, and building wealth without shortcuts.If you’re serious about real estate as a long-term wealth vehicle, this episode delivers timeless lessons from someone who’s lived through every cycle.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How a single four-unit deal changed Marco’s life✅ Why “think big, start small” actually works✅ Lessons from managing properties yourself early on✅ How to survive and thrive through multiple market cycles✅ The truth about door count vs real ownership✅ Why partnerships matter more than deals✅ Attracting capital through trust and consistency✅ Self-management vs third-party management insights✅ Building wealth without hype or shortcuts✅ Why patience beats speed in real estate📚 Book Mentioned:– Attracting Capital by Marco Barbaro– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki– Who Not How by Dan Sullivan– The Richest Man in Babylon by George Samuel Clason– Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell– Driven: How Human Nature Shapes Our Choices by Paul Lawrence and Nitin Nohria🌐 Connect with Marco Barbaro🏠 Website → https://marcobarbaro.com/💼 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/people/Marco-Barbaro/61585193383346/# 💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-barbaro-3bb36b1a6☎️ Phone → 914-615-1859 Watch Gino's Episode → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fg4F2FttuEI&t=2s🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/e_BB2wlIY9c🎧 Spotify →https://open.spotify.com/episode/6cjzPmoA274wq5iDPp9Snp?si=TqInh_08TOe6HvDGAqG9HA🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-multifamily-deals-marco-barbaro-on-partnerships/id1782550599?i=1000748555132🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow Us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro X → https://x.com/pathofpro#MarcoBarbaro #PathOfProgress #MultifamilyRealEstate #RealEstateWisdom #RealEstateMentor #InvestSmart #ThinkBigStartSmall #CashflowInvesting #CapitalRaisingTips #RealEstateMindset #WealthThroughRealEstate #PropertyInvesting #MarketCycle #InvestorLife #EntrepreneurMindset

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Jens Nielsen, a former IT professional turned full-time real estate investor and high-performance coach who scaled from a single fourplex to 2,000+ apartment units—and is now expanding aggressively into industrial real estate.Jens shares a transparent look at what scaling really involves: seller financing, joint ventures, syndications, managing partners, surviving bad underwriting cycles, and why “passive” investing doesn’t exist at the GP level.This episode dives deep into the mindset, systems, and relationships required to grow beyond small multifamily—and why Jens is now prioritizing industrial assets with triple-net leases in today’s market.Whether you’re trying to leave your W2, scale responsibly, or pivot asset classes, this conversation delivers real-world execution—not hype.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Jens scaled from a 4-unit property to 2,000+ units✅ Why staying focused on one market accelerates growth✅ Seller financing strategies that unlock “infinite returns”✅ The reality of syndications & GP responsibilities✅ Lessons from scaling during volatile markets✅ Why industrial real estate makes sense today✅ Triple-net leases vs multifamily operations✅ How partnerships accelerate (or limit) scale✅ Why mindset and accountability matter more than deals📚 Book Recommendation:– High Performance Habits by Brendan Burchard🌐 Connect with Jens Nielsen:🌍 Website & Coaching → https://jensnielsen.us/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jens-nielsen-multi-family-real-estate-coach/📺 YouTube →https://www.youtube.com/@JensNielsenCoaching🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/qezXZ9lzfGQ🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-cash-flow-machines-from-small-multifamily/id1782550599?i=1000747368405🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/ ⁨@pathofpro⁩  X → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #JensNielsen #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #Syndication #RealEstatePodcast #PassiveIncome #IndustrialRealEstate #CashFlowInvesting #RealEstateMindset #ScalingRealEstate #RealEstateEducation #InvestorMindset #FromFourplexToPortfolio #GeneralPartners #WealthBuilding #RealEstateStrategy #HighPerformance

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Dave Holman, a commercial real estate investor, broker, and founder of Holman Homes and Katahdin Property Management. Dave has built and manages over 300 units, with hundreds more in development—by focusing on local markets, mixed-use assets, and vertically integrated operations.Dave’s journey didn’t start with massive apartment buildings. It started with single-family homes, sweat equity, and learning how local banks really work. Over time, he discovered overlooked opportunities in mixed-use properties, vacant office buildings, and tertiary markets—places most investors ignore. By combining creative financing, community-first thinking, and energy-efficient upgrades, Dave consistently drives NOI while reducing risk.This episode is a deep, tactical conversation about how to scale responsibly, why cash flow and location matter more than door count, and how vertical integration can become a powerful form of risk management. Whether you’re just starting out or already investing, this episode offers real-world insights you won’t hear from gurus chasing flashy metrics.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Dave scaled from single-family homes to 300+ units✅ Why mixed-use properties are misunderstood—and undervalued✅ How to underwrite and finance mixed-use assets correctly✅ The hidden opportunity in vacant office buildings✅ Why local banks outperform big banks for investors✅ Using seller financing to increase cash-on-cash returns✅ How vertical integration improves NOI and control✅ Property management as risk management—not profit extraction✅ Energy efficiency upgrades that dramatically increase value✅ Building community to reduce turnover and stabilize cash flow✅ Scaling into ground-up development through partnerships✅ Why honesty and integrity compound faster than leverage📚 Book Recommendations:– Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough & Michael Braungart– Let My People Go Surfing by Yvon Chouinard🌐 Connect with Dave Holman:📧 Email → [email protected]🌍 Website → https://www.holmanhomes.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/holmangroupremax📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/holmangrouprealty/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/uhEgZduufEc🎧 Spotify →🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-single-family-to-300-units-dave-holmans-long-game/id1782550599?i=1000746357171🙌 Stay Connected👍 Like, subscribe & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow Us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/ ⁨@pathofpro⁩  X → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #DaveHolman #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #MixedUse #VerticalIntegration #CommercialRealEstate #PropertyManagement #EnergyEfficiency #ImpactInvesting #CashFlow #LocalBanking #ValueAdd #GroundUpDevelopment #InvestorMindset

In this episode of Path of Progress, host Alex Kononov sits down with Gino Barbaro — co-founder of Jake & Gino, multifamily investor with 1,800+ units, educator, and entrepreneur.Gino shares his real journey from owning a restaurant to building a scalable multifamily business. He breaks down the hard lessons learned from early losses, the importance of mentorship, and why treating real estate as a business — not a side hustle — is the key to long-term success.This conversation goes beyond deals and numbers. Gino talks about partnerships, systems, mindset, family, and legacy — including how he teaches his kids about money without creating entitlement.Whether you’re early in your investing journey or focused on scaling responsibly, this episode delivers practical insight, grounded perspective, and real-world experience.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Gino scaled from a restaurant to 1,800+ multifamily units✅ The biggest mistake new investors make when choosing partners✅ Why “deals don’t just fall in your lap”✅ Turning failure into leverage through mentorship✅ How systems and processes enable sustainable growth✅ Why assets should pay for life events (college, freedom, legacy)✅ Teaching kids money without giving them a silver spoon✅ Morning routines, mindset, and discipline for long-term success✅ Faith, values, and vision in entrepreneurship📚 Book & Resource Mentions:– Secrets of the Millionaire Mind – T. Harv Eker– The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey– Traction (EOS) – Gino Wickman– Scaling Up – Verne Harnish🌐 Connect with Gino Barbaro:🌍 Website → https://barbaro360.com/🎙️ Podcast → https://jakeandgino.com/podcast/📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/Jakeandgino📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/JoinGinosFamily/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/gino_barbaro_official/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/gino-barbaro-03973b4b❌ X (Twitter) → https://x.com/JakeandGino🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/Fg4F2FttuEI🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofproX → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #GinoBarbaro #AlexKononov #JakeAndGino #MultifamilyRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #WealthBuilding #LegacyMindset #EntrepreneurLife #PassiveIncome #FinancialEducation #FamilyLegacy #MindsetMatters #RealEstatePodcast

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Jay Conner, also known as The Private Money Authority—a real estate veteran who has rehabbed 500+ homes, completed $120+ million in transactions, and built a business that runs in under 10 hours per week.Jay reveals how getting cut off by banks in 2009 became the turning point that led him to master private money lending—allowing him to close deals in 7 days, never miss opportunities, and raise millions without pitching or begging for money.This episode is a step-by-step masterclass on how private money really works, why education beats persuasion, and how ordinary people with “lazy money” become powerful lenders when approached the right way.If you’re a beginner or an experienced investor tired of bank rejections, this episode will completely change how you think about funding real estate deals.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Jay pivoted after banks shut him down overnight✅ The difference between private money and hard money✅ Why money should come before the deal✅ How to raise capital without pitching or asking✅ The “teacher-first” approach to attracting lenders✅ How Jay protects private lenders with multiple safeguards✅ Why desperation kills deals✅ Lease-purchase strategies during market slowdowns✅ How to close deals in 7 days and beat competitors✅ The exact script Jay uses to fund deals 100% of the time✅ How beginners can raise money without experience✅ Why communication and trust outperform credit scores📚 Book Recommendations:University of Success – Og MandinoThe Success Principles – Jack Canfield🌐 Connect with Jay Conner:🌍 Website → https://www.jayconner.com/📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@raisingprivatemoneyrealestate🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-private-money-with-jay-conner/id1377723034💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayconner-privatemoneyauthority📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/privatemoneyauthority/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jay.conner.357❌ X (Twitter) → https://x.com/JayConner🎁 Free Gift:Download Jay’s Private Money “Curiosity Opener” Script👉 https://go.privatemoneychallenge.com/scripts-lander-podcast🎧 Watch & Listen to the Full Episode📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/oSOxyfqOXp4 🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofproX → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #JayConner #AlexKononov #PrivateMoney #RealEstateInvesting #CreativeFinancing #PassiveIncome #CapitalRaising #WealthBuilding #RealEstateEducation #PrivateLending #InvestorMindset #BuildTrust #CloseFaster #FinancialFreedom #RealEstateStrategy

💰 From Losing $50 Million to Rebuilding a Multifamily Empire — Rod Khleif shares the raw truth behind resilience, mindset, and the comeback of a lifetime. Rod Khleif joins Alex Kononov on Path of Progress to break down how he lost his entire $50M portfolio in 2008 and rebuilt himself into a world-class investor, podcast host, philanthropist, and mentor to thousands.Rod didn’t just survive the 2008 crash — he rebuilt from absolute zero.No credit.Hundreds of foreclosures.Complete reset.His secret? Mindset, psychology, and the power of taking action even when you're terrified.This episode is a deep masterclass on rebuilding, compounding your strengths, and finding fulfillment through service — not just money.Whether you're dealing with fear, starting from scratch, or preparing for the next market cycle… this conversation will change how you see success forever.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Rod lost $50M — and the mindset that brought him back✅ Why cash flow matters more than anything in real estate✅ Lessons from owning 2,000+ units & 29 businesses✅ How to raise money even when you’re starting from zero✅ The limiting beliefs killing your potential✅ Why your peer group determines your income✅ The danger of tying your identity to your business✅ How gratitude rewired Rod’s entire life✅ The coming wave of AI, layoffs & new opportunities✅ Why NOW is the greatest time to invest in multifamily✅ The real path to fulfillment (not what you think)📚 Book Recommendations:– Think & Grow Rich – Napoleon Hill– The One Thing – Gary Keller– The Miracle Morning – Hal Elrod– 5 Love Languages – Gary Chapman🌐 Connect With Rod Khleif:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/rod_khleif/🌍 Website → https://rodkhleif.com/🎙 Podcast → https://rodkhleif.com/lifetime-cashflow-podcast/🎓 Bootcamp → https://rodkhleif.com/bootcamp/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rodkhleifofficial/🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/c/RodKhleif💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodkhleif💼 X → https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodkhleif🎵 TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@rodkhleif?lang=en🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/bzZz_YRUkqo🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofproTikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofproX → https://x.com/pathofpro#PathOfProgress #RodKhleif #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyRealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #CashFlowIsKing #RealEstateMindset #2008CrashLessons #RealEstateComeback#WealthBuilding #AbundanceMindset #PassiveIncome #RaisingCapital #RealEstateStrategy #EntrepreneurMindset #MindsetMatters #ImpactInvesting #FinancialFreedom #YoungInvestors #VerticalIntegration #OvercomingFailure #RealEstateEducation #OwnerMindset #Resilience

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Leslie Awasom⁩ — a CRNA, multifamily investor, and co-founder of Excite Capital, who has helped acquire $240M+ in multifamily assets while building a powerful platform for healthcare professionals.Leslie’s journey is one of discipline, sacrifice, and vision. From grinding through 24-hour hospital shifts… to studying underwriting in break rooms… to raising millions in capital and scaling Excite Capital — this is the real blueprint for professionals looking to build generational wealth.Whether you’re in healthcare, a high-income profession, or starting from scratch, this episode is packed with mindset shifts, tactical strategies, and the roadmap to go from stable job → scalable wealth.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Leslie scaled from single-family rentals to $243M in multifamily✅ The journey from CRNA to full-time real estate CEO✅ Why healthcare professionals struggle with wealth building✅ How Excite Capital was built — and the $5B vision✅ Raising capital ethically from colleagues✅ The power of partnerships & mentorship✅ How co-GP deals launched their credibility✅ Why social media is essential for modern operators✅ How to evaluate the right multifamily deals✅ The opportunity window in today’s real estate market📚 Book Recommendations:– Second Chance at Your Money and Your Life — Robert Kiyosaki– Rich Dad Poor Dad — Robert Kiyosaki– Elon Musk — Ashlee Vance🌐 Connect with Leslie Awasom📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/leslieawasom/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/leslie.awasom.2025🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@TheBeyond9to5Club💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-awasom/🎵 TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@leslieawasom?_r=1&_t=ZS-91fzKBT2Nij🌍 Website → https://www.xsitecapital.com/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/9YdiyP8_H8w🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🔗 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #LeslieAwasom #AlexKononov #ExciteCapital #HealthcareInvestors #CRNAInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #Multifamily #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #Syndication #VerticalIntegration #CapitalRaising #YoungInvestors #ImpactInvesting #AssetManagement #CommercialRealEstate #AccreditedInvestors #WealthBuilding #RealEstateEducation

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with turnkey legend Terry Kerr — the founder behind Mid-South Homebuyers and Mid-South Best Rentals. Terry started with nothing but a borrowed toolbox and a Honda Civic, and built one of the most respected vertically integrated operations in the country.Today, his team has:🏠 Renovated & sold over 5,800 homes🏢 Manages nearly 6,000 rental units👷‍♂️ Runs 12 departments, a full warehouse, and 200 subcontractors🔧 And operates one of the most efficient hardware + construction supply systems in real estateThis episode is a masterclass on operations, scaling, management, team-building, and long-term vision. Terry breaks down how he vertically integrated flipping, management, maintenance, construction, materials, labor, and culture into one powerhouse ecosystem across Memphis & Little Rock.Whether you're a beginner, a landlord, a flipper, or thinking about scaling into serious real estate operations — this episode gives you a blueprint you won't find anywhere else.📌 Key Takeaways✅ How Terry scaled from 1 rehab → 5,800+ managed units✅ Why Memphis & Little Rock became ideal cash-flow markets✅ How vertical integration exploded efficiency & profits✅ The warehouse system that eliminated drive-time & delays✅ Why hitting singles builds long-term empires✅ How to keep residents for 4+ years (double the city average)✅ The real reason property management makes or breaks deals✅ How to forecast labor, materials & capital at scale✅ How to hire, delegate, and create true ownership culture✅ The secret to keeping turnover low and resident satisfaction high✅ Why every vendor must feel: “I would do that deal again.”✅ How Mid-South built 12 departments and 45,000 sq ft of supply chain✅ The mindset shift that took Terry from burnout → systems📚 Book Recommendation– The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace Wattles🌐 Connect with Terry Kerr🏠 Website → https://midsouthhomebuyers.com/💼 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/people/Mid-South-Homebuyers-Inc/100057060956060/📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@Rehab2Riches🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/LVl9Ibjuv6k🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/#Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#PathOfProgress #TerryKerr #AlexKononov #TurnkeyRealEstate#MidSouthHomebuyers #MemphisRealEstate #LittleRockRealEstate#VerticalIntegration #PropertyManagement #CashflowInvesting#RealEstateSystems #AffordableHousing #ResidentExperience

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Chris VanDeWeert, the founder & CEO of Crestline Ventures, who left a 20-year corporate sales career — and jumped straight into multifamily with zero real estate background.After years of burnout, high taxes, and the Wall Street roller coaster, Chris found one book that changed everything. Within months, he joined a mastermind, built a new identity, and acquired his first 52-unit deal in Charlotte. Today he is a co-owner of $18.5M in multifamily assets, including a brand-new 96-unit hotel conversion.This episode is a blueprint for anyone pivoting careers, raising capital for the first time, or wanting to break into multifamily without a real estate past. Chris breaks down what it really took — the mindset shifts, the vetting of partners, and the mistakes he avoided through mentorship.Whether you're an aspiring investor or building your brand from scratch, this episode offers powerful, practical steps you can apply immediately.📌 Key Takeaways✅ The moment Chris realized he needed to escape corporate burnout✅ How one book launched his entire multifamily career✅ Why he skipped single-family and went straight to 52 units✅ How he joined a mastermind and avoided major early mistakes✅ Why partnerships fail — and how to vet your team✅ How he raised $3M in two weeks✅ Inside the 96-unit hotel conversion opportunity✅ Becoming the real estate expert in your circle✅ The importance of coaching + personal development✅ His mission to reach 1,000 doors in 3 years✅ Time management, identity shifts & building confidence📚 Book RecommendationFinancial Freedom Through Real Estate Investing — Michael Blank🌐 Connect with Chris VanDeWeert📸 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/cvandeweert💼 Email → [email protected]🌍 Website → https://www.investwithcrestline.com/🎧 Watch & Listen to the Full Episode📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/7yvVy6tFX1M🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram →https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg%3D%3D#Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/ TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #ChrisVanDeWeert #AlexKononov #CrestlineVentures #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #ApartmentSyndication #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #CapitalRaising #RealEstateSyndication #MultifamilyRealEstate #HotelConversion #RealEstateMindset #BuildWealth #ImpactInvesting #SalesToSuccess #LeavingCorporate #InvestWithPurpose #VerticalIntegration #YoungInvestors #RealEstateStrategy #EntrepreneurMindset #BuyBackYourTime

💰 The Opportunity Zone Strategy MOST Investors Miss — Ashley Tison shares whyIn this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Ashley Tison, one of the nation’s leading Opportunity Zone experts, who has helped investors defer over $1B in taxes and structure 900+ OZ deals.Ashley breaks down Opportunity Zones in the simplest way you’ll ever hear — what they are, how they work, and how everyday investors can use them to defer, reduce, and even eliminate capital gains taxes while building long-term wealth and impact-driven projects.From fixing failed 1031 exchanges…To doubling building values…To unlocking the new OZ 2.0 rules…This episode is a masterclass in tax-advantaged real estate and smart investing.📌 Key Takeaways✅ How OZs eliminate capital gains after 10 years✅ The new OZ 2.0 rules & rural zone advantages✅ How to turn a failed 1031 into a winning OZ deal✅ Why cash-out refinancing inside OZs is so powerful✅ Using OZ funds for real estate and operating businesses✅ How to structure deals properly (and what to avoid)✅ How investors are creating impact with OZ developments✅ The real difference between deferring vs eliminating taxes✅ Why every serious investor should understand Opportunity Zones📚 Book Recommendations:– Traction by Gino Wickman(Ashley’s go-to book for business systems, focus, and operational clarity)🌐 Connect With Ashley Tison:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ozpros/🌍 Website → ozpros.com🎧 Ascent Mastermind → https://ozpros.com/podcast/🎧 Watch & Listen to the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/3l9V3Pz7UyM🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==/ pathofpro Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/ TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #OpportunityZones #OZPros #RealEstateInvesting #TaxStrategy #WealthBuilding #ImpactInvesting #RealEstateTaxes #PassiveIncome #BusinessStrategy #MultifamilyInvesting #TaxFreeGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #1031Exchange #RealEstateEducation

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Sharon Riddle — a seasoned real estate investor, mentor, and widely known as Podcast Queen in real estate world — who turned her early single-family rentals into a thriving multifamily portfolio across multiple states.Starting her journey at age 40, Sharon built her real estate business with integrity, systems, and a deep belief in providing safe, quality housing. From her construction upbringing to investing in 18 multifamily properties and writing her own book, Sharon proves that it’s never too late to start and scale in real estate.She opens up about her evolution from hands-on landlord to multifamily limited partner, her experience working with top mentors like Brad Sumrok and , and how she’s now stepping into the general partner role to build legacy, impact, and freedom.Whether you’re a new investor, starting later in life, or looking to transition from single family to multifamily, this episode will help you rethink what’s possible and build your own Path of Progress.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Sharon scaled from 11 single-family homes to 18 multifamily investments✅ Starting her real estate journey at age 40 — and why that became her superpower✅ The importance of having a real-estate-focused CPA, attorney, and bookkeeper✅ How mentorship with Brad Sumrok & Hunter Thompson changed her investing strategy✅ Building systems with her husband — from spreadsheets to automation✅ Managing tenants with empathy and integrity (and only 2 evictions in 14 years!)✅ Lessons from her first multifamily deal in Oklahoma City✅ Why she focuses on Texas markets (DFW, Houston, San Antonio)✅ Transitioning from passive investor to active syndicator✅ Using faith, mindset, and mentorship to overcome imposter syndrome✅ Building a personal brand and launching Spilling the Tea podcast & ebook✅ Creating generational wealth and empowering her daughter to do the same📚 Book Recommendations:– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki– Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki– Spilling the Tea: Multifamily Investing Made Easy by Sharon Riddle🌐 Connect with Sharon Riddle:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/sharonbirdsongriddle/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-riddle-949a3b2b7/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/people/Sharon-Riddle/61556644860073/🌍 Website → https://excalibretexas.com/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/piy2P-iLeoc🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #SharonRiddle #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #Multifamily #PodcastQueen #FaithDrivenEntrepreneur #WomenInRealEstate #AffordableHousing #RealEstateJourney #TexasRealEstate #RealEstateMentorship #VerticalIntegration #PassiveIncome #RealEstateStrategy #CapitalRaising #LegacyBuilding #RealEstateEducation #BuildWithPurpose #CashflowGoals

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Michael Lerman, founder of Flamingo Homes, who transformed from a restaurant manager and wine broker into one of Florida’s most respected real estate developers.From marketing admin to leading $100M+ in ground-up construction, Michael’s story is proof that resilience, adaptability, and integrity can build more than homes—they can build empires.Flamingo Homes now oversees 400+ units across Florida, mastering vertical integration with development, brokerage, and construction all under one roof.In this conversation, Michael breaks down the truth about Florida’s real estate boom, how to work with municipalities (not against them), and what it takes to scale ethically in a high-risk market.Whether you’re a new investor, developer, or just passionate about building communities with purpose, this episode is packed with lessons on strategy, humility, and grit.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From restaurant manager to $100M+ Florida developer✅ How to scale a homebuilding company from scratch✅ Lessons from working at national builders like Lennar & Mattamy Homes✅ Building vertical integration: development, construction & brokerage✅ How to rezone and entitle land the right way — without shortcuts✅ Balancing growth, risk & reputation in volatile markets✅ Why entry-level housing & luxury condos are Florida’s new frontier✅ The truth about impact fees & working with municipalities✅ Using data to guide land use & development decisions✅ Long-term vision: master plan communities & generational impact📚 Book Recommendation:– 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — Stephen R. Covey🌐 Connect with Michael Lerman:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/flamingohomesflorida/?hl=enWebsite → http://flamingohomes.com/Email → [email protected]🎧 Listen & Watch:YouTube → https://youtu.be/AIobC-csdx0Spotify Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg%3D%3D#Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#pathofprogress #MichaelLerman #FlamingoHomes #AlexKononov #RealEstatePodcast #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstateDeveloper #PropertyDevelopment #Homebuilding #FloridaRealEstate #TampaRealEstate #BuildToRent #VerticalIntegration #AffordableHousing #LuxuryRealEstate #MultifamilyInvesting #HousingMarket #FloridaHousing #RealEstateStrategy #RealEstateGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #YoungDevelopers #RealEstateJourney #BusinessPodcast #FromRestaurantToRealEstate #SuccessMindset #IntegrityInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BuildWithPurpose #InvestInYourself #FromZeroTo100Million

From Combat Boots to 300+ Land Deals: Brent Bowers’ Journey from Military Service to Real Estate Freedom | Ep 47 Path of ProgressIn this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Brent Bowers, Brent a former U.S. Army officer who turned military discipline into entrepreneurial success.What started with a few struggling rental properties turned into over 300 successful land deals, a thriving land education company (The Land Sharks), and a mission to help others find financial freedom through land investing.Brent shares his powerful story — from managing seven underperforming rentals during deployment to discovering land flipping while commuting in his “Honda Civic university.” His first $285 land purchase turned into a $5,000 profit in just days, setting him on a life-changing path toward independence, impact, and purpose.This episode is packed with practical insights on land investing, mentorship, mindset, and the faith-driven discipline that turns challenges into opportunities.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Brent went from Army officer to full-time investor✅ Why rentals slowed him down — and land set him free✅ The $285 land deal that started it all✅ How he made $12K/month in land cash flow in 18 months✅ The power of education and “mobile university” learning✅ Why coaching others built his business even stronger✅ Common misconceptions about land investing✅ Building systems, teams, and passive cash flow from anywhere✅ Lessons on faith, consistency, and leadership✅ Why mentorship is the real shortcut to success📚 Book Recommendations:– The Wealthy Gardener by John Soforic– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki– The Bible (Proverbs 23 – Wisdom & Growth)🌐 Connect with Brent Bowers:💼 Website → https://www.thelandsharks.com/📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX4sxJwiz7ET7AKTXD9SA8A📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/brentlbowers/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent1🎧 Watch & Listen:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/dA_6K1S8-IQ🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow Path of Progress:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #BrentBowers #AlexKononov #TheLandSharks #RealEstateInvesting #LandInvesting #MilitaryToMillionaire #FinancialFreedom #FaithDrivenEntrepreneur #EntrepreneurMindset #RealEstatePodcast #PassiveIncome #LandFlipping #InvestingJourney #ScalingInRealEstate #LeadershipInRealEstate #VeteranInvestor #FreedomThroughFaith #RealEstateStrategy #PathOfProgressPodcast

From maintenance tech to managing 300-unit buildings — and now owning 44 multifamily units across two states.In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Hayden Duer, a hands-on real estate investor from San Diego who scaled from property management to syndication — raising over $1.4 million from private investors.Hayden’s story is a masterclass in learning from the ground up. From his family’s real estate roots to managing properties through the 2008 crash, he shares how his property management experience gave him a unique edge in multifamily investing.This episode is packed with insight for anyone who wants to start small, learn deeply, and scale sustainably.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From property management to multifamily ownership✅ How Hayden scaled to 44 units in 15 months✅ Why real-world experience beats theory in real estate✅ How to raise $1.4M from family and friends✅ The power of broker and lender relationships✅ Asset management vs. property management — the real difference✅ How to vet and select third-party management teams✅ Hands-on renovation and value-add strategies✅ Building intergenerational wealth through real estate✅ Why patience and leadership are keys to sustainable scaling📚 Book Recommendations:– Traction by Gino Wickman– Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman🌐 Connect with Hayden Duer:🌐 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/hayden.duer/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/haydenduer/?hl=en💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-duer-3193961b9🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/-pXbQwfrTm4🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #HaydenDuer #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyInvesting #PropertyManagement #AssetManagement #RaisingCapital #RealEstatePodcast #AffordableHousing #Syndication #PassiveIncome #RealEstateMindset #FinancialFreedom #InvestingJourney #ScalingInRealEstate #ValueAddInvesting #LeadershipInRealEstate #FamilyLegacy #HandsOnInvestor #RealEstateExperience #FaithDrivenInvestor

From losing two properties in the 2008 crash to owning 70+ affordable housing units in Pennsylvania — Melvin Landry’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Melvin, co-founder of Moreland Equity Capital, to uncover how he rebounded from short sales, mastered Section 8 investing, and built a thriving portfolio while keeping his W-2 job.Melvin’s story is not about luck — it’s about adaptability, financial education, and community impact. He shares his real lessons from the 2008 downturn, how to work with housing authorities, and why communication and due diligence matter — both in property management and syndications.Whether you’re an investor facing market challenges or someone looking to scale through affordable housing, this episode is full of practical wisdom and mindset shifts.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Melvin grew from short sales to 70+ rentals✅ Managing affordable housing & Section 8 tenants the right way✅ What really happens when you lose properties to short sales✅ Using private & hard money after credit setbacks✅ How to build trust again with banks post-foreclosure✅ Creating long-term stability through affordable housing✅ Balancing a W-2 job with real estate growth✅ Lessons from investing in 16 syndications — the good & the bad✅ The power of adaptability & communication in real estate✅ Building “C-class with an A-class experience"📚 Book Recommendation:– You Owe You by Eric Thomas🌐 Connect with Melvin Landry:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/melvin.landry.5?igsh=MXcwYW5kM2s1Z2J2aA== 🌍 Website → https://www.morelandequity.com/🎙️ Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-diversified-podcast/id1673834219🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/Vf7WZ_e-_Ro🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #MelvinLandry #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #AffordableHousing #Section8Investing #FaithDrivenInvestor #RealEstateJourney #MentorshipMatters #PivotToSuccess #RealEstatePodcast #ResilientEntrepreneur #ScalingInRealEstate

From NFL player to fired W-2 employee to leading a $275M commercial real estate pipeline — Logan Freeman’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, discipline, and vision.In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Logan Freeman — former athlete, broker, investor, developer, and founder of MWCRE Advisors. Logan shares how he flipped his first homes, scaled into multifamily and commercial assets, transacted over $400M in deals, and is now reshaping Kansas City’s landscape through land development and industrial projects.This episode dives deep into economies of scale, forced appreciation through rezoning, mentorship, AI in real estate, and the athlete’s mindset of consistency and reps.Whether you’re new to real estate or looking to scale into commercial and development, Logan’s story shows how setbacks become setups for massive success.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From NFL athlete to fired W-2 job to real estate success✅ How flipping homes led to a $275M+ pipeline✅ Scaling from single-family to multifamily & commercial assets✅ Why “economy of scale” is the game-changer in multifamily✅ Land development & forced appreciation through rezoning✅ The role of AI in market research & deal analysis✅ How mentorship and Brokers Mastermind help brokers close deals✅ The athlete’s mindset: reps, discipline, and consistency✅ Prioritization, focus, and lessons from being “quick but not hurried”✅ Why listening & communication are the most underrated skills in leadership📚 Book Recommendations:– Relentless by Tim Grover– The One Thing by Gary Keller– Essentialism by Greg McKeown– Principles by Ray Dalio🌐 Connect with Logan Freeman:🌍 Website → https://www.mwcreadvisors.com/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/livefreeinvestments🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/fcnKanRooDQ🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #LoganFreeman #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #Multifamily #LandDevelopment #IndustrialRealEstate #EconomyOfScale #PassiveIncome #ScalingBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #InvestingWisdom #FromNFLtoRealEstate #PathOfProgressPodcast

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Andrew Freed  ⁨@InvestorFreed⁩  — a former MIT & Harvard project manager who broke free from the W2 grind to build a 400-unit multifamily portfolio across Massachusetts and Rhode Island in just 4 years.Andrew didn’t climb the ladder slowly through endless single-family flips. Instead, he leveraged house hacking, partnerships, and creative financing to scale fast — while most investors avoided Massachusetts, he turned it into his competitive advantage. From using a $200K HELOC on his Boston condo to self-managing 300+ units, Andrew shares a no-fluff blueprint for building wealth in markets others fear.This conversation dives deep into house hacking strategies, raising capital, eviction management, the “binder strategy” for rent increases, the value of meetups, and the power of partnerships. Andrew also reveals how systems, people, and principles (like Ray Dalio’s) guide his investing and leadership decisions.Whether you’re a beginner looking for your first deal or a seasoned investor aiming to scale, this episode is packed with tactical wisdom and battle-tested lessons.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From MIT Project Manager to 400 doors in 4 years✅ How house hacking cut $2,000/month in expenses✅ Leveraging a $200K HELOC into multifamily deals✅ The binder strategy for raising rents without pushback✅ Why Massachusetts is his secret advantage (while others avoid it)✅ Building partnerships and finding mentors through meetups✅ Self-managing 300+ units — and why it’s a competitive edge✅ How he maintains a 95% rent collection rate✅ Raising millions for syndications & launching his own fund✅ Why systems and delegation are more valuable than doing it all yourself📚 Book Recommendations:– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki– Principles by Ray Dalio– Multifamily Millionaire Vol. 1 & 2 by Brandon Turner & Brian Murray– Meet Kevin’s Real Estate Investing Course (training resource Andrew recommends)🌐 Connect with Andrew Freed:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/investorfreed?igsh=cDlvdDUybHZqemh6💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-freed-msm/🌍 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/afreed2🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/dfhlKLxSu5Y🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofproTikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #AndrewFreed #AlexKononov #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #HouseHacking #CapitalRaising #FinancialFreedom #PassiveIncome #Partnerships #SystemsAndTeams #MassachusettsRealEstate #SelfManaging #Delegation #RichDadPoorDad #RayDalio #400Doors #BuildingWealth

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Joe Killinger, a farm kid from a 281-person village who went on to scale multiple real estate companies to over $5M in revenue.Joe’s journey wasn’t traditional—he started at 18 with no experience, hustled through auctions and flips, built a national brokerage, launched a tech company, and invested in multifamily across Texas and California. Along the way, he created community-driven programs like Learning Link Centers that impacted countless kids’ lives.This episode is packed with raw lessons on scaling, surviving downturns, building credibility from scratch, and turning setbacks into massive opportunities.Whether you’re just starting in real estate or looking to scale with systems and impact, Joe’s story offers decades of hard-earned wisdom.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Joe scaled 3 real estate companies to $5M+ in 18 months✅ The leap from flipping homes to running massive property auctions✅ Building credibility with banks & institutions as a startup✅ Lessons from losing & learning in multifamily investing✅ Why “knowing your market” is the #1 success factor✅ Creating Learning Link Centers that transformed communities✅ From brokerage to tech startup: solving tenant screening fraud✅ The truth about syndicators—and red flags to avoid✅ Scaling a brokerage while embracing SEO, video, and modern marketing✅ Why compassion and patience are the most underrated traits in real estate📚 Book Recommendation:Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks🌐 Connect with Joe Killinger:🌍 Website → https://www.joekillinger.co/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/joekillinger/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-killingerrealestate🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/ggoaqUwiG1A🎧 Spotify →🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro?igsh=MWhheGNsb216cXVuMg==Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → www.linkedin.com/in/pathofproTikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #JoeKillinger #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #Multifamily #TripleNet #BrokerLife #RealEstateAuctions #PassiveIncome #Syndications #KnowYourMarket #ImpactInvesting #ScalingBusiness #FromFarmToFortune #Entrepreneurship #PathOfProgressPodcast

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with ‪@WeCloseNotes‬ Scott Carson — a nationally recognized note investor, educator, and host of the Note Closers Show.While most investors chase flips, rentals, or syndications, Scott built his business around buying distressed mortgage notes directly from banks. Instead of owning the property, he owns the debt — becoming the bank. That means he profits whether a borrower pays, modifies their loan, or even goes through foreclosure.Scott breaks down how anyone can use this overlooked strategy to generate returns, the risks to watch out for, and why now is one of the best times to get into notes.Whether you’re tired of tenants, toilets, and turnovers — or you’re just looking for a way to invest smarter — this episode is your crash course on how to profit without property.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Why note investing is real estate’s most overlooked niche✅ How Scott turned 50+ rejections into a $5M deal✅ The risks (and rewards) of becoming “the bank”✅ When to modify loans vs. push for foreclosure✅ The dark side of note investing nobody talks about✅ Why borrower behavior matters more than numbers✅ Scott’s best and worst deals — and lessons learned✅ How to find and negotiate with asset managers✅ Why now is one of the best times to start📚 Book Recommendation:– Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill🌐 Connect with Scott Carson:📺 YouTube →https://www.youtube.com/@WeCloseNotes🌍 Website → https://weclosenotes.com/🎙 Podcast → https://weclosenotes.com/note-closers-show-podcast/ 🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/gWo_cZvRN9U🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected:👍 Like, subscribe & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → www.linkedin.com/in/pathofproTikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgressPodcast #ScottCarson #AlexKononov #NoteInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #BeYourOwnBank #DarkSideOfInvesting #PersistencePays #RealEstatePodcast

The Dark Side of Syndication: Tate Simmer’s Unfiltered Journey ⚡In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Tate Simmer — real estate investor, serial entrepreneur, coach, and podcast host. Tate has led 10+ multifamily syndications, scaling from flipping single-family homes to over $50M in apartments in under 2 years.But behind the growth came painful lessons. Tate reveals the hidden side of syndications—bad property management, failed deals, investor losses, and the crushing impact of interest rate hikes.If you’re serious about real estate, this conversation will open your eyes to the risks, grit, and resilience required to succeed in multifamily investing.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From house flips to multifamily syndication✅ How Tate scaled to $50M AUM in 18 months✅ Why Class C properties can destroy a deal✅ Hard lessons from investor capital losses✅ Importance of mentorship, coaching & partnerships✅ Raising capital in today’s tough market✅ How to survive downturns & rebuild stronger📚 Book Recommendations:– The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer– First to Dominate by Bo Beery🌐 Connect with Tate Simmer:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/tatesiemer/🎙️ Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-apartment-gurus/id1500967265🌍 Website → https://glequitygroup.com/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/r6-_qj2xVVo?si=I6vSThnLFcQCZW2t🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#PathOfProgressPodcast #TateSimmer #AlexKononov #realestateinvestingeducation #MultifamilySyndication #CapitalRaising #DarkSideOfSyndication #RealEstateMindset #ApartmentInvesting #PassiveIncome #RealEstatePodcast #PropertyInvesting #BusinessLessons #EntrepreneurMindset #WealthBuilding

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Ginger Crystal Faith  ⁨@gingercrystalfaithgoldenca5485⁩  — a real estate broker, investor, and visionary who has spent over 30 years building wealth, flipping 57 homes, and creating women-led wealth networks. Ginger didn’t follow the traditional single-family path for long. She jumped straight into multifamily in the ’90s, grew her portfolio, and later pivoted into flipping homes — with two of her projects even featured on HGTV.Now, she’s shifting her focus again — this time into commercial real estate. From strip centers with tenants like Starbucks or Applebee’s to the power of triple-net leases, Ginger reveals why she believes commercial offers stronger cash flow, less stress, and more freedom.Through multiple market cycles, a divorce, and the 2008 crash, Ginger relied on persistence, prayer, and community to keep moving forward. Today, her mission is to help women 40–60 accelerate their retirement with smart real estate strategies through her new company, Lifestyle Wealth Strategies.This conversation dives deep into the lessons Ginger has learned from decades in the business — from avoiding scams and finding the right partners, to knowing when it’s time to pivot. Whether you’re a beginner navigating your first deal or an experienced investor looking to scale into commercial, this episode is packed with timeless wisdom and practical takeaways.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Ginger jumped into multifamily with 6- and 9-unit buildings✅ Flipping 57 homes, with two featured on HGTV✅ Surviving multiple market cycles through faith and persistence✅ Why she pivoted from multifamily to commercial strip centers✅ How triple-net leases boost cash flow and reduce headaches✅ The importance of screening tenants and avoiding bad deals✅ Building women-led wealth communities and meetups✅ Lifestyle Wealth Strategies: helping women accelerate retirement📚 Book Recommendation:– Nothing Down by Robert Allen– The One Thing by Gary Keller🌐 Connect with Ginger Crystal Faith:Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/ginger.crystalfaithLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginger-crystal-faith-9bb460249Website → Lifestyle Wealth Strategies (coming soon)🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/HZzxI0I39RsSpotify Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected👍 Like, subscribe & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow us: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/ TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #GingerCrystalFaith #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #ScalingUp #HGTV #TripleNetLeases #WomenInRealEstate #LifestyleWealthStrategies

In this episode of Path of Progress, host Alex Kononov sits down with Maria Zondervan  ⁨@bluevikingscapital⁩  CEO of Blue Vikings Capital, who manages over 2,000 multifamily units and leads with both financial acumen and purpose.Maria’s path wasn’t traditional. From buying her first house with a lease option as a broke student, to launching a Massage Envy franchise before the 2008 crash, and then scaling into multifamily syndications — Maria reveals how trust, transparency, and long-term vision have fueled her growth.But Maria’s mission goes far beyond building wealth. Inspired by her son, she founded Valhalla Villas, a nonprofit creating sustainable housing for autistic adults. Her story proves that real estate can deliver both financial freedom and meaningful impact.👉 Whether you’re just starting out or already scaling, this episode will show you how to raise capital the right way, build authentic relationships, and create a legacy that outlasts you.📌 Key Takeaways✅ How Maria bought her first property with no money down using a lease option✅ Why house hacking before it was trendy changed her financial trajectory✅ Lessons from selling before the 2008 crash and pivoting into business ownership✅ The danger of being a “secret agent” in real estate — and how to build credibility✅ Why trust before money is her golden rule for raising capital✅ How SPV fund structures helped her investors earn top-tier returns✅ The mission behind Valhalla Villas and building housing for autistic adults✅ Why 85% of investors come from in-person relationships✅ The role of masterminds, networking, and education in scaling fast✅ Why legacy bigger than returns in long-term real estate investing🌐 Connect with Maria ZondervanWebsite → https://www.bluevikingscapital.com/Nonprofit → valhallavillas.orgInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/investwithmariaz/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-zondervan-b5b61544/https://www.facebook.com/maria.zondervan🎧 Listen & Watch the Full EpisodeYouTube → https://youtu.be/q9WPaf5QoW0Spotify Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected👍 Like, subscribe & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #MariaZondervan #AlexKononov #BlueVikingsCapital #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyInvesting #ImpactInvesting #CapitalRaising #FinancialFreedom #ValhallaVillas #LegacyInvesting

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Vlad Arakcheyev — a former graphic designer who pivoted from creative ads to creating a 900+ unit multifamily portfolio across the Midwest and Sunbelt in just 4 years.Vlad didn’t climb the ladder through endless single-family flips. Instead, he went all-in on partnerships, large-scale deals, and building trust in the multifamily community. From a cold call that landed his first 40-unit deal to managing teams and raising millions in capital, Vlad shares a no-fluff blueprint for scaling fast — without burning out or losing focus.This conversation dives deep into the mindset shifts, team-building strategies, and operational systems that allowed Vlad to go from “furloughed and uncertain” to financially free and time-rich.Whether you’re a beginner looking to skip the single-family grind or a seasoned investor aiming to scale your portfolio, this episode is packed with tactical wisdom and battle-tested lessons.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Vlad transitioned from graphic design to full-time real estate✅ Why he skipped small deals and went straight to large multifamily✅ The cold call that led to his first 40-unit acquisition✅ Building strong, long-term partnerships (and avoiding bad ones)✅ Why team comes before the deal✅ Navigating the first capital raise — and why friends said “no” at first✅ The real work of asset management vs. property management✅ How self-managing boosted NOI by 15% in 6 months✅ Scaling through brokers instead of endless cold calls✅ Why time is more valuable than door count📚 Book Recommendation:– The One Thing by Gary Keller– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki🌐 Connect with Vlad Arakcheyev:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/vlad_arakcheyev/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladarakcheyev/🌍 Facebook→ https://www.facebook.com/Vlad.Arakcheyev1🌍 Website → https://zontikventures.com/🌍 Youtube→ http://youtube.com/ ⁨@VladArakcheyev⁩  🌍 Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@vlada1088⁩  🌍 Tiktok →https://www.tiktok.com/@best_apartment_advice🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/NnF5j-72uj0🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected👍 Like, Follow us & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgress #VladArakcheyev #AlexKononov #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #CapitalRaising #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #Partnerships #ScalingFast #FromZeroTo900 #AssetManagement #SelfManaging #BrokerRelationships #ColdCalling #TimeFreedom #RealEstateMindset #OneThing #RichDadPoorDad #BuildingWealth

In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Caleb Johnson, a young investor who scaled from a fourplex house hack to a 374 + -unit portfolio—all by 27 years.Caleb didn’t follow a traditional real estate path. Instead of obsessing over door count, he focused on building real cash flow and impact-driven assets. His co-living model not only boosts margins but solves housing challenges in Phoenix.This is a raw, practical look at what it really takes to start in your early 20s, build credibility without a trust fund, and grow from messy hoarder properties to vertical integration.Whether you're a beginner or looking to systemize your next leap, this episode is packed with mindset shifts and tactical wisdom.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Caleb scaled to 374+ units before 30✅ The cash flow-first mindset (not door count)✅ Using co-living to maximize returns and create community✅ His first fourplex horror story—and how it shaped him✅ The power of partnerships and joint ventures✅ Why “owning” part of 500 doors doesn’t mean what you think✅ Building vertically integrated operations in Phoenix✅ Finding good deals while navigating overvalued assets✅ How education, faith, and grit shaped his strategy✅ Creating local impact through affordable housing models📚 Book Recommendation:– Multifamily Millions by David Lindahl– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki (read 6 times!)🌐 Connect with Caleb Johnson:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/redseacapitalgroup/🌍 Website → https://redseacapitalgroup.com/💼 LinkedIn → /caleb-johnson💼 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/caleb.johnson.56512🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/SaHHV8DlmxQ🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#PathOfProgress #CalebJohnson #AlexKononov #RedSeaCapital #RealEstateInvesting #Multifamily #CoLiving #PassiveIncome #AffordableHousing #FaithDrivenEntrepreneur #BuildWithPurpose #VerticalIntegration #CapitalRaising #YoungInvestors #RealEstateStrategy #OwnerMindset #FromFourplexToPortfolio #PhoenixRealEstate #ImpactInvesting #CashflowGoals

From Welding Sparks to Real Estate Strategy: Eddie Austin’s Unfiltered Journey 🔥In this episode of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Eddie Austin, a former welder turned real estate fund manager, entrepreneur, and operator.Eddie didn’t follow the traditional path. Instead of starting with syndications, he launched a real estate fund from day one—modeling his strategy after institutions like Blackstone. Eddie breaks down the power of saying no, building a narrative investors actually believe in, and how to partner with best-in-class operators even without prior multifamily experience.Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale smart, this episode is full of raw, tactical insights and mindset shifts to help you make bold moves in real estate.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Why Eddie started with a fund—not syndications—and how he made it work✅ How he built credibility with no multifamily track record✅ The difference between chasing “doors” vs. building real equity✅ What to include in your fund's PPM & investor pitch deck✅ Lessons from giving back millions in investor capital pre-COVID✅ Why building a business matters more than owning real estate✅ How to raise capital before finding the deal✅ The secret to choosing the right advisors and partnerships✅ Why real estate is just the foundation—and the business on top is key✅ His plan to acquire service-based businesses tied to real estate📚 Book Recommendation:– Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill🌐 Connect with Eddie Austin:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/eddieaustinbex/🌍 Website → https://eddieaustinbex.com/🌍 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddie-austin-bex-9358821b5/🌍 Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/eddieaustinbex🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/8r_zvvsmvms🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected:👍 Like, Follow & turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/TikTok → @pathofpro#PathOfProgressPodcast #EddieAustin #AlexKononov #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyFund #CapitalRaising #RealEstateMindset #RealEquity #PrivateEquity #FundManager #RealEstateStrategy #BusinessOverDoors #WeldingToWealth #RealEstatePodcast

How do you build a 40+ unit rental portfolio while working a full-time W2 job?For Duane Brown, it started with a HELOC—and a serious mindset shift.In this episode of Path of Progress, host Alex Kononov sits down with Duane Brown, a full-time electrical field engineer who went from wiring homes to owning dozens of them. Duane shares how he used a home equity line of credit (HELOC) to buy his first multifamily deal, scaled his portfolio through strategic cash-out refis, and locked in a 5-year tax abatement that supercharged his cash flow.With 40+ units, flips, and no partners, Duane breaks down exactly how everyday investors can get started—with no excuses.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ How Duane used a HELOC to buy his first multifamily deal 🏡✅ Why he skipped single-family and went straight to multifamily 📈✅ Building 40+ units while working 60+ hour weeks at his W2 💼✅ How to apply (and qualify) for a 5-year tax abatement 🧾✅ The “rent = 2x mortgage” formula Duane still uses today 🔢✅ Lessons from flipping houses and self-managing 40+ tenants 🧠✅ The mindset shift that helped him scale from zero to 40+ doors in 6 years📚 Book Recommendations:– Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki– The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller🌐 Connect with Duane Brown:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mr_rentals_trenton/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube → https://youtu.be/NXEGkSQCNPM🎧 Spotify → 🎧 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#PathOfProgressPodcast, #DuaneBrown, #AlexKononov, #RealEstateInvesting, #MultifamilyInvesting, #HELOCStrategy, #W2Investor, #RentalProperty, #TaxAbatement, #BRRRRMethod, #PassiveIncome, #RealEstateMindset, #BuildWealth, #FinancialFreedom, #HouseHacking, #RealEstateStrategy, #SelfManaging, #RealEstateTips, #LongTermWealth, #RealEstatePodcast

How do top operators win deals AND protect investors in today’s market?It all starts with underwriting that actually works.In this episode of Path of Progress, host Alex Kononov sits down with Hitomi Yasuda, co‑founder of Underwrite2Win, who has personally underwritten 1,500+ multifamily and commercial deals across 10 states.Hitomi reveals how she screens markets, stress‑tests deals, and why she focuses on conservative numbers over hype—plus the mindset shifts that helped her walk away from bad deals (including a $50M one!) and win a $19.5M property by offering less than competitors.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ From corporate burnout to multifamily pro 🏢✅ How to define your “buy box” and stop chasing everything 🎯✅ Why underwriting is the backbone of every deal 🔎✅ Screening markets with crime data, income levels, and exit strategy 📊✅ Stress‑testing deals for worst‑case scenarios 🧩✅ Building broker relationships that help you win—even with a lower offer 🤝✅ How to start underwriting with confidence (and avoid analysis paralysis)📚 Book Recommendations:– Atomic Habits by James Clear– Start With Why by Simon Sinek🌐 Connect with Hitomi Yasuda:💼 Website → https://learn.uw2win.com/courses/uw2win📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/hitomixyasuda/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/hyasuda/🎧 Listen & Watch the Full Episode:📺 YouTube: 🎧 Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#HitomiYasuda, #Underwrite2Win, #RealEstateUnderwriting, #MultifamilyInvesting, #RealEstateInvesting, #PathOfProgress, #AlexKononov, #RealEstatePodcast, #ProtectYourCapital, #InvestorEducation, #DealAnalysis, #FinancialFreedom, #PassiveIncome, #CommercialRealEstate, #UnderwritingTips, #ThinkLikeAnInvestor, #MarketResearch, #StressTesting, #RealEstateDeals, #RealEstateMentorship, #ApartmentInvesting, #RealEstateStrategy, #BuyAndHold, #UnderwritingProcess, #BuildingWealth, #ConservativeUnderwriting, #MultifamilyDeals, #RealEstateJourney, #TeamBuildingInRealEstate

Can real estate be traded like stocks or crypto?Tyler Vinson says — yes. And it’s already happening.In this eye-opening episode of Path of Progress, Alex sits down with Tyler Vinson, founder & CEO of REtokens, the world’s first SEC-regulated secondary marketplace for real estate tokens.We dive deep into how real estate tokenization works, how it’s transforming capital raising, and what it means for investors, sponsors, and the entire syndication industry.From creative financing after the 2008 crash to raising millions without using banks — Tyler shares how necessity, vision, and tech collided to build the future of real estate investing.📌 Key Takeaways:✅ Started in 2002 with zero down duplexes✅ Survived the 2008 crash using private money & lease options✅ Raised millions without bank loans for a decade✅ Why multifamily beats single family on wealth creation✅ What is real estate tokenization (and what it’s NOT)✅ How it lets investors trade real estate like stocks & crypto✅ Difference between tokenizing a deed vs a security✅ How REtokens became FINRA/SEC approved✅ How K-1s and taxes are handled with 1,000s of investors✅ What sponsors need to know before tokenizing✅ How liquidity pools and market makers will transform RE✅ Why this opens the door for non-accredited investors✅ How you could sell tokens on the marketplace like Coinbase✅ Real use cases — from self-storage to multifamily and beyond✅ Why tokenized real estate could create higher valuations✅ Tyler’s vision for a global real estate investing platform📚 Book Recommendation:📖 Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill🌐 Learn More or Connect with Tyler:🔗 Website + Free Quick Start Guide → https://retokens.com/💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/retokens/📺 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@REtokens🎧 Listen Now:▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/Fcm-c1q19Gg🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599🙌 Stay Connected:👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Path of Progress!📲 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathofpro/📲 Follow us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathofpro/📲 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathofpro/📲 Follow us on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofpro#TylerVinson #REtokens #RealEstateTokenization #TokenizedRealEstate #PathOfProgress #AlexKononov #RealEstatePodcast #MultifamilyInvestor #BlockchainRealEstate #PassiveIncome #AlternativeInvesting #SECRegulatedTokens #RealEstateInnovation #TokenizedAssets #ThinkAndGrowRich #FinancialFreedom #REtech #ModernWealthBuilding #FractionalOwnership #RealEstateFuture #LiquidityInRealEstate

From rebuilding $20K crack houses with a baby in tow… to losing 8 units in a fire… and still growing a $30M portfolio — Rachael Jones is redefining resilience in real estate.On this episode of Path of Progress, Rachael shares her incredible evolution from mechanical engineer in the energy industry to a powerhouse multifamily investor and operator in the Carolinas. She opens up about building Clover Capital Group, the fire that destroyed nearly half her 29-unit building, and how she rebuilt smarter using strategic insurance tactics, code upgrades, and investor resilience.If you want the real behind-the-scenes of value-add multifamily, tenant crisis management, and rebuilding wealth after disaster — this one’s unmissable.👷‍♀️ You’ll Learn:✅ How Rachael went from engineering turbines to buying $20K rentals✅ What she learned doing plumbing and flooring herself — with a baby in the car✅ How she scaled up using creative deal structuring and lines of credit✅ The fire that wiped out 8 units and how she handled tenants, media & insurance✅ Why she refused to sign anything in crisis — and what every landlord must know✅ How to negotiate with brokers, follow up long-term, and find hidden deals✅ Lessons from rebuilding a C-class property from the ashes📲 Connect with Rachael Jones:🔗 clovercapitalgroup.net📧 [email protected]📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachaeljonesms/Book Recommendations by Rachael:▶️ Never Eat Alone ( https://shorturl.at/pTTsb )🎧 Listen to the Full Episode on:▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/Kv89zvJITYs🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#RealEstatePodcast, #RachaelJones, #Clovercapitalgroup, #AlexKononov, #MultifamilyInvesting, #RealEstateInvestor, #PassiveIncome, #CashFlow, #RentalProperty, #PropertyInvestor, #RealEstateJourney, #RealEstateStrategy, #ApartmentInvesting, #BuyAndHold, #ComebackStory, #FromTragedyToTriumph, #FireSurvivor, #LevelUpMindset, #OvercomingObstacles, #RealEstateSuccess, #ResilienceInBusiness, #MotivationMonday, #RagsToRiches, #SuccessMindset, #PodcastEpisode, #PodcastHighlight, #WomenInRealEstate, #InvestorMindset, #EntrepreneurLife, #BusinessPodcast, #PathOfProgress, #FinancialFreedom, #WealthBuilding, #RealEstateTips,

From a full-time legal career to owning over $420 million in real estate — Jade Laye’s story is a masterclass in discipline, vision, and faith-driven action.In this episode of Path of Progress, Jade reveals how a housing market crash forced him into landlording, and how that reluctant first rental led to a 65-property portfolio, a booming syndication business, and over 3,000 multifamily units acquired across several states — all while still practicing law.You’ll learn how he:✅ Accidentally became a landlord during the 2008 crash✅ Scaled from $50 cash flow homes to $450/month infinite return deals✅ Built a 65-home portfolio with no investors, just grit and creativity✅ Used a line of credit and strategic BRRRRs to scale fast in overlooked markets✅ Transitioned from single family to large multifamily syndications✅ Raised capital, built investor trust, and multiplied returns with partners✅ Continues to grow while staying rooted in family, faith, and service🔑 This episode is packed with real estate strategy, market timing insights, mindset gems, and a powerful message for anyone juggling a career while building wealth through real estate.📲 Connect with Jade Laye:🌐 Website: www.layecapital.com🎧 Listen to the Full Episode on:▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWLivQfT6xU&list=PLq10YjZ8cABH9QfBkV7haYxJ-Uq57xwxk🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UVwAtZlCw9nt4BBrljtec?si=7x7N7lahSC-9lG1T5QFPCw🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilySyndication #PassiveIncome #PathOfProgress #RealEstateEmpire #JadeLaye #FaithAndFinance #ApartmentInvesting #InvestingWhileWorking #WealthBuilding #FinancialFreedom #RichDadPoorDad #ValueAddRealEstate #RealEstatePodcast #MindsetMatters #BRRRRStrategy #SyndicationStrategy #InvestorJourney #PatentAttorneyToInvestor, #RealEstateJourney, #MultifamilyInvestor, #RealEstateWealth, #CashFlowInvesting, #ApartmentSyndication, #RealEstateDevelopment, #BRRRRMethod, #RealEstateFinance, #RealEstateGrowth, #EntrepreneurJourney, #PassiveIncomeStreams, #LandlordLife, #RealEstateLeverage, #InfiniteReturns, #FinancialIndependence, #RealEstateEducation, #BuildingWealthThroughRealEstate, #RealEstateStrategy, #MindsetShift, #RealEstateScaling, #RentalPropertyInvestor, #FaithBasedEntrepreneur, #InvestmentProperties, #RealEstateSuccess, #LongTermWealth, #MultifamilyDeals, #InvestingInRealEstate, #TertiaryMarkets, #SyndicatorLife

From a single $1,000 rent check to building a thriving real estate business, Tyler Gibson’s journey is a masterclass in smart investing, creative financing, and empowering others to achieve financial freedom. In this episode of Path of Progress, host Alex Kononov dives deep with Tyler Gibson, founder of GPG, a real estate consulting team in Central Florida, to uncover how he turned his first rental property into a springboard for success.You’ll hear how Tyler:✅ Sparked his real estate journey with a modest rental property funded by family✅ Mastered creative seller financing to unlock $1.5M for future deals✅ Scaled his portfolio with cash-flowing multifamily and commercial properties✅ Built a 13-agent team serving investors and first-time homebuyers across Florida✅ Leverages BiggerPockets to educate and connect with clients✅ Navigates today’s buyer’s market with price-optimized listing strategies🔑 Packed with actionable insights, from house hacking to advanced commercial strategies, this episode is perfect for new investors, seasoned pros, or anyone looking to break into real estate with confidence.📚 Book Recommendation by Tyler Gibson:1️⃣ The Ultimate Jim Rohn Library by Jim Rohn (https://shorturl.at/K4Htc) – A transformative audiobook that shaped Tyler’s growth-oriented mindset, inspired by the father of personal development.📲 Connect with Tyler Gibson:🌐 Phone: 407-590-9858📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_tylergibson/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/real.tylergibson📘 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylergibsonrealtor/Website: https://www.gpghome.com/🎧 Listen to the Full Episode on:▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/AQYhL2GWTt8🎧 Spotify🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW for more real estate success stories, investing tactics, and entrepreneurial insights!#realestateinvesting #tylergibson #pathofprogress #financialfreedom #househacking #sellerfinancing #realestateempire #biggerpockets #centralfloridarealestate #Alexkononov #passiveincome #realestatesuccess #investorlife #multifamilyinvesting #realestateforbeginners #realestatemarkettrends #propertyinvestment #realestatefinancing #commercialrealestate #realestate101 #buyandholdrealestate #realestatenegotiationtips #realestateagentadvice #realestatemarketanalysis #realestatecashflow #education #mustwatch #realestatewealthbuilding #propertymanagementtips #realestatestrategies #realestateinvestingtips #rentalpropertytips #realestatemarketforecast #realestatebusiness #investinyourself #actiontaker #realestatepodcast

From bartending in New York City to building a $300 million multifamily real estate empire — Jason Yarusi’s story is one of grit, discipline, and relentless action.In this episode of Path of Progress, Jason reveals how a life-changing accident pushed him to break free from a dead-end job and create lasting wealth through real estate. You’ll hear how he started with a 94-unit apartment deal, mastered syndications, and scaled to over 3,200 units while helping others achieve financial freedom.Learn how he:✅ Transitioned from bars and restaurants to multifamily investing✅ Acquired his first 94-unit deal through smart negotiation✅ Raised millions by educating investors before finding deals✅ Built and scaled a vertically integrated real estate company✅ Finds off-market and value-add apartment opportunities✅ Balances massive business growth with family, health, and mindset🔑 This episode is packed with actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and behind-the-scenes insights for investors, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to build a real estate empire.📲 Connect with Jason Yarusi:🌐 Website: https://www.yarusiholdings.com/📧 Email: [email protected]🌐Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jasonyarusi/🌐facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jason.yarusi🎙️ Podcast: Multifamily Live + Live 100 Live 100: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@liveonehundred⁩  Multifamily Live:  ⁨@7figuremultifamily⁩  📚 Book Recommendation by Jason Yarusi:1️⃣ Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl (https://shorturl.at/xkTYz)🎧 Listen to the Full Episode on:▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/cKvixxaT8Hs🎧 Spotify:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#PathOfProgress #JasonYarusi #AlexKononov #RealEstatePodcast #YarusiHoldings #MultifamilyRealEstate #FromBartenderToMillionaire #RealEstateEmpire #FinancialFreedom #PassiveIncome #SyndicationSecrets #ApartmentInvesting #RealEstateJourney #ScalingRealEstate #MindsetMatters #InvestorMindset #WealthBuilding #EntrepreneurLife #MultifamilyInvestor #ValueAddStrategy #CommercialRealEstate #ActionTaker

From being kidnapped at gunpoint in Venezuela to delivering balloons in Miami — Hans Seelinger's journey to building a $50 million real estate portfolio is nothing short of extraordinary.In this episode of Path of Progress, Hans breaks down how he overcame trauma, started over in his 40s, and climbed his way up through multifamily investing, syndications, and strategic underwriting.Learn how he:-Started investing while living abroad-Acquired his first 12-plex and 100-unit dealScaled across Texas, Nevada, and Florida-Built a powerful team and system-Created a real estate education platform helping others do the same🔑 This episode is packed with real-world tactics, mindset shifts, and hard-earned wisdom for real estate investors, syndicators, and entrepreneurs ready to scale.📲 Connect with Hans Seelinger🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hansseelinger/🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hanschristian.seelinger🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hans-seelinger-b084b4ba/🌐 Website: https://learn.uw2win.com/courses/uw2win📧 Email: [email protected]🎧 Listen to the Full Episode on:🎙️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/8Mx7D5pWPCk🎙️ Spotify: 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#realestateinvesting, #multifamilyrealestate, #realestatepodcast, #financialfreedom, #passiveincome, #pathofprogress, #hansseelinger, #realestatestory, #investingjourney, #realestateempire, #cashflow, #propertyinvestor, #multifamilyinvestor, #underwriting, #realestateeducation, #syndicationdeals, #apartmentinvesting, #realestatesyndication, #realestatecoach, #mindsetmatters, #entrepreneurmindset, #businessresilience, #fromstruggletosuccess, #realestateportfolio, #realestategrowth, #valueaddrealestate, #scalingrealestate, #realestateinspiration, #americanrealestate, #texasrealestate, #floridarealestate, #nevadarealestate, #landlordlife, #realestatetips, #investinyourself, #startoversuccess, #investingstrategies, #howtobuyrealestate, #wholesalingrealestate, #realestategoals, #realestatenetworking, #realestatewealth, #multifamilystrategies, #assetmanagement, #realestatedevelopment, #firstdealclosed, #100units, #buyandholdstrategy, #freedomthroughrealestate, #investorlife

Join host Alex Kononov on Path of Progress as he sits down with Trevor B. West, a U.S. Air Force veteran turned multifamily real estate investor. Trevor shares his incredible journey from $20,000 in credit card debt to owning a 72-unit portfolio across 19 buildings in Canton, Ohio. Discover how his military discipline, faith-driven mindset, and strategic use of the VA loan propelled him to financial freedom. Trevor dives into negotiation tactics, the power of in-house property management, and the importance of staying focused in real estate investing. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned investor, this episode is packed with actionable insights to unlock your path to financial success! 💰🏠Key Takeaways: - Military to Millions- Debt to Freedom- VA Loan Advantage- Scaling Smart- Negotiation Mastery- In-House Management- Faith & FocusConnect with Trevor B. West:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettertrevor/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@TrevorBWest⁩  Website www.trevorbwest.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trevor.west.948LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorbwest/Email: [email protected]: (330) 978-4848Watch & Listen to the Full Episode: YouTube: https://youtu.be/1M-IT7MllBE&list=PLq10YjZ8cABH9QfBkV7haYxJ-Uq57xwxk&index=2Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599Subscribe to Path of Progress for more inspiring stories and actionable real estate tips! 🔔🎯 If you're in debt, stuck, or looking to scale in real estate investing, this episode is packed with real lessons and inspiration.#RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyInvesting #FinancialFreedom #RealEstateJourney #VALoan #MilitaryToMillions #RealEstatePortfolio #NegotiationStrategies #PropertyManagement #PassiveIncome #RealEstateTips #InvestingMindset #CantonOhio #RichDadPoorDad #FinancialLiteracy #Entrepreneurship #RealEstateSuccess #InvestSmart #MultifamilyRealEstate #PathOfProgress #alexkononov #TrevorBWest #RealEstateForBeginners, #WealthBuilding, #CashFlowInvesting, #RealEstateHacks, #VeteranEntrepreneur, #RealEstateDeals, #PropertyInvestment, #FinancialIndependence, #RealEstateEducation, #RealEstateMindset, #MultifamilyProperties, #RealEstateGoals, #MoneyMindset, #RealEstateMarket, #PassiveWealth, #EntrepreneurJourney, #RealEstateStrategy, #BuildWealth real estate, wealth-building, and entrepreneurship.

From $0 to $5,500/month from ONE property… and 130+ doors later.In Episode 25 of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Angel Miller @angelmillertheoriginal — investor, transactional coordinator, and co-founder of Operations Rescue — to unpack her incredible real estate journey. Starting with no capital and a single wholesale deal, Angel shares how she transitioned into long-term ownership through creative finance strategies like Subject-To, Seller Finance, and the powerful co-living model using PadSplit.What We cover:- The difference between wholesale, double close, and creative deals- How Angel scaled using zero money down- PadSplit insights, data analysis, and real ROI numbers- Angel’s transition from 6% equity to 50% ownership- Real-life risks (like the due-on-sale clause) and how she mitigates them- Building mentorships, partnerships, and scaling through community📚 Book Recommended by Angel:Tribe of Millionaires by David Osborn & Pat Hiban – a game-changer on the power of community and collaboration.🌐 Connect with Angel Miller:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelmillertheoriginal/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelmillertheoriginalYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@angelmillertheoriginalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-miller-mba-87724654/📥 Website & Buy Box: https://operationsrescue.co/📥 Website of PadSplit: https://www.padsplit.com/🎧 Listen to the full episode:📺 Watch now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCPtk4Ph_2I&list=PLq10YjZ8cABH9QfBkV7haYxJ-Uq57xwxk&index=2🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6wdkDu8yGDCEFSeJ0snyK4?si=cVyONunrQIqmI3tXknIEUw🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599👊 Keep learning. Keep connecting. Keep progressing.#PathOfProgress #RealEstateInvesting #AlexKononov #CreativeFinance #CoLiving #PadSplit #SubjectTo #WholesaleRealEstate #AngelMiller #PassiveIncome #OperationsRescue , #RealEstateJourney , #WholesaleRealEstate #CreativeRealEstate #RealEstateStrategy #RealEstateTips #InvestorMindset #RealEstateEducation #PropertyInvesting #FinancialFreedom #RealEstateMentorship #BuildWealth #PassiveIncomeStreams #CashFlowIsKing #GenerationalWealth #FinancialIndependence #CoLiving #HouseHacking #PadSplitInvestor #AffordableHousing #SharedLiving #RentalIncome #WomenInRealEstate#AngelMiller #OperationsRescue #FromZeroTo100Doors #RealEstateBoss#WomenInvestors #SelfMadeInvestor #PathOfProgressPodcast #LearnRealEstate #FromWholesaleToWealth #LevelUpYourLife #TakeActionNow #realestateexperts, #realestatetips, #realestatemarket, #realestatenews, #realestateagency, #realestatebuyers, #realestateseller, #realestateforsale, #realestateflipping, #realestatewholesaling, #realestatedevelopment, #realestatebusiness, #realestateentrepreneur, #realestateeducation, #realestatecoaching, #realestateinvestingtips, #realestateinvesting101, #realestateinvestingforbeginners, #realestateinvestingstrategies, #realestateinvestingcommunity, #realestateinvestinggroup, #realestateinvestingclub, #realestateinvestingnetwork

In this power-packed episode of Path of Progress, host Alex Kononov sits down with Mario Dattilo  ⁨a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and educator, to uncover the exact strategies behind his 10X returns in mobile home park investing. Mario shares how he turned a $625K investment into a $6.5 million exit, and why off-market deals and creative financing give him the edge where there's "no competition."Mario breaks down the entire investment lifecycle—from sourcing distressed mobile home parks and negotiating directly with banks, to executing high-return strategies through zoning insights, due diligence, and property stabilization. You'll also hear how his vertically integrated businesses (property management, education, dealership, and fund) all work together for operational excellence.If you want to understand how to win in niche real estate, this episode is your blueprint.Watch and Listen on Youtube, Spotify and Apple Podcast:Youtube: https://youtu.be/S5Dd47zKxUAApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#PathOfProgress, #AlexKononov, #MarioDattilo, #EquityGrowth, #MobileHomeParkInvesting, #RealEstatePodcast, #RealEstateInvesting, #CashFlowRealEstate, #ValueAddStrategy, #OffMarketDeals, #CreativeFinance, #ZoningStrategy, #DueDiligence, #NoCompetitionDeals, #FinancialFreedom, #PassiveIncome, #RealEstateEducation, #Syndication, #FundStructure, #NoteInvesting, #DistressedProperties, #CashFlowingAssets, #WealthBuilding, #RealEstateMindset, #RealEstateStrategy, #LandRedevelopment, #AffordableHousing, #AlternativeInvestments, #InvestSmarter, #RealEstateTips, #LongTermWealth, #FinancialIndependence, #VerticalIntegration, #AssetManagement, #CapitalRaising, #PrivateEquity, #RealEstateDeals, #GenerationalWealth, #MobileHomeInvestor, #CashFlowMachines

Join us for Episode 23 of Path of Progress as we dive into the inspiring journey of Arn Cenedella, a Silicon Valley Realtor who transformed over 40 years of real estate expertise into a staggering $138M+ multifamily empire. From his early days helping clients buy and sell homes in the booming Silicon Valley market to becoming a general partner in over 1,100 multifamily units, Arn shares the strategies, setbacks, and secrets that fueled his success. Now based in Greenville, South Carolina, as the founder of Spark Investment Group, he reveals how he shifted from single-family homes to multifamily syndications, leveraging value-add techniques and strategic partnerships to build lasting wealth.Key Takeaways:The transition from residential real estate to multifamily investing and why timing matters.How Arn turned $650/month rents into $1,000/month goldmines with smart renovations.The power of slow, steady growth and systematic risk management in real estate.Why relationships with brokers and partners are the backbone of a successful portfolio.Insights on seller financing and syndication to maximize returns with minimal risk.The importance of local market knowledge and operational efficiency in today’s market.📌 Watch and listen to the full episode on🎥 YouTube | https://youtu.be/7F8oaSbBRqU🎧 Spotify | 🍎 Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599📲 Connect with Arn Cenedella✉️ Email: [email protected]🌐 Website: investwithspark.com📞 Phone: 650-575-6114🔵 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arn.cenedella📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arncenedella/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arncenedella/📚 Book Recommendation by Arn: The Best Ever Syndication Book by Joe Fairless – A must-read for anyone interested in mastering multifamily syndication and understanding the industry from both GP and LP perspectives.🔗 Link to the book : https://www.bestevercre.com/books#pathofprogress #alexkononov #arncenedella #RealEstateInvesting, #MultifamilyInvesting, #FinancialFreedom, #RealEstateJourney, #SyndicationSuccess, #PropertyInvestment, #SiliconValleyToMillions, #ArnCenedella, #PathOfProgress, #RealEstateMentor, #PassiveIncome, #SellerFinancing, #InvestmentStrategy, #GreenvilleSC, #RealEstateTips, #WealthBuilding, #NetworkingInRealEstate, #SlowIsFast, #MultifamilySyndication, #EntrepreneurMindset

In Episode 22 of Path of Progress, Alex Kononov sits down with Ron Angel — a U.S. Army veteran, former tech executive, and now full-time real estate investor. From military discipline to corporate success and finally taking the leap into flipping homes, Ron shares how he built DivZero Capital, navigated market pivots, and found purpose through real estate.This episode dives deep into mindset, risk, building a business from scratch, and what true financial freedom looks like for a modern-day veteran. If you're looking for inspiration, strategy, and a powerful transformation story — this one’s for you.🔑 Key Takeaways:Transitioning from military to corporate to real estate successThe power of flipping houses for passive incomeBuilding a real estate empire with purposeMindset and time management tips for entrepreneursConnect with Ron:Website: https://ronangel.com/Email: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/ron.angel.549Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ron_r_angel/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-angel/Watch and Listen to the full episode on:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9zYG9HzL4w&list=PLq10YjZ8cABH9QfBkV7haYxJ-Uq57xwxkSpotify: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/path-of-progress/id1782550599#RealEstateInvesting, #HouseFlipping, #FinancialFreedom, #AlexKononov #MilitaryToEntrepreneur, #PathOfProgress, #RonAngel, #RealEstateSuccess, #FlippingHouses, #DivZeroCapital, #PassiveIncome, #CareerTransition, #QuitCorporate, #VeteranEntrepreneur, #RealEstateMogul, #FinancialIndependence, #PersonalDevelopment, #MindsetMatters, #TimeFreedom, #RealEstateTips, #Entrepreneurship, #InvestingForBeginners, #MilitaryToBusiness, #CorporateEscape, #PropertyInvestment, #WealthBuilding, #RealEstateJourney, #SuccessStory, #MotivationMonday, #BusinessGrowth, #RealEstateStrategy, #LifeTransformation