Trust This with Joseph Seagle

Commercial real estate can create massive opportunity—but one poorly structured deal can erase years of progress.

In this episode of Trust This, Attorney Joe Seagle sits down with commercial real estate attorney Richard Crouch to unpack the legal realities investors rarely see discussed. From acquisitions and leasing to development and complex financing, Richard explains how smart invest...

In this episode of Trust This, Attorney Joe Seagle speaks with Marlies Bredel, founder of Orlando Estate Sales Ladies, about the realities of estate sales and the major life transitions that often accompany them.

Marlies shares how she built her business after the 2008 recession, explains what truly goes into a successful estate sale, and discusses why accurate valuation and compassion a...

What if the reason you haven’t reached your next level isn’t your strategy, work ethic, or business model—but something deeper operating beneath the surface?

In this episode of Trust This, host Joe Seagle sits down with Curtis McCullom to explore what many high-performing entrepreneurs experience but rarely articulate: hidden internal blind spots. These subconscious beliefs, patterns, an...

What would happen to your children, your property, and your digital accounts if your family faced the unexpected? In this episode of Trust This, Florida estate planning attorney Joe Seagle responds to real questions from Reddit and highlights the common missteps families make when there’s no clear estate plan.

Joe breaks down how parents can formally designate guardians for minor childre...

Estate planning isn’t just paperwork—it’s how you protect your family from confusion, delays, and stress. In this episode, Attorney Joe Seagle answers the kinds of questions parents and adult children are asking online, from “Do I still need a will?” to what happens if someone becomes incapacitated. He also covers overlooked essentials like organizing documents and planning for digital a...

In this episode, Joe Seagle, a Florida asset protection and estate planning attorney, explains what actually needs attention before year-end. From real estate transfers and LLC structuring to gifting strategies, business sales, and property tax traps tied to January 1 ownership, this conversation explains why timing matters more than most people realize.

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Small mistakes can cost big when it comes to your legacy.

In this episode of Trust This, Florida Estate Planning & Asset Protection Attorney Joe Seagle unpacks McGee v. McGee (August 2025),  a real-life Florida case that exposes how one simple oversight in a revocable living trust can unravel an entire estate plan, sparking confusion, family conflict, and lost inheritances.

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In this episode, Attorney Joe Seagle breaks down the real risks behind common trustee mistakes in Florida real estate. Think naming yourself or a family member keeps things simple? Think again. Joe shares real-world cases where DIY trustee choices led to fraud, fake leases, and even stolen properties.

Whether it’s using your own name or hiring a distant out-of-state attorney, these decis...

In this episode of Trust This, Joe Seagle interviews Michael Velasco, a qualified intermediary specializing in 1031 exchanges. They discuss the intricacies of 1031 exchanges, including the different types such as forward, reverse, and improvement exchanges. Michael explains the importance of using a qualified intermediary, the regulations surrounding them, and the identification rules fo...

In this episode of Trust This: Tactics & Strategies, Attorney Joe Seagle sits down with Andrew Braun of ARB Home Inspections to cross-examine what actually kills deals in Florida, which defects become $20k problems, when a pre-listing inspection pays, and how to turn a report into real credits and repairs. If you buy, sell, or hold in Florida, this is the inspection playbook for you—...

Worried your HOA might block you from owning property in a land trust? Attorney Joe Seagle explains why most associations can’t require your personal name on the title, and how a few simple documents can keep your privacy intact while preserving every right to live in, rent out, and fully enjoy your property.

From designating you as the official representative to ensuring you keep acces...

In this episode, Attorney Joe Seagle sits down with Henry Camejo, founder of SoFlo Flippers and a key leader in the 1ON1 Real Estate Community, to unpack his inspiring journey from the hospitality industry to becoming a powerhouse real estate investor and entrepreneur. Henry dives deep into his passion for empowering the Hispanic community through real estate, sharing candid stories abou...

Who gets the rent in a land trust and does the trust need its own bank account?

In this episode of Trust This: Tactics & Strategies, Attorney Joe Seagle breaks down one of the most common questions we hear from Florida investors and real estate owners. Learn how to handle rental income, protect your anonymity, and when it does make sense to open a separate account.

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What good is wealth if it divides a family—or disappears in one generation? In this episode of Trust This, attorney Joe Seagle sits down with Thomas Ruggie, founder and CEO of Destiny Family Office, to talk about what it really means to manage wealth wisely. Tom explains how wealthy families plan not just for money—but for the future, relationships, and even personal values. They explore...

Not sure if you need an LLC or a land trust to protect your property? Asset Protection Attorney Joe Seagle breaks down the real differences—like how to keep your name off public records and still stay in control. If you’re building wealth through real estate, this episode delivers the privacy and protection insights every investor needs to hear.

 

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How do you scale a real estate business without sacrificing your freedom, happiness, or sanity along the way? In this conversation, Gonzalo Corzo, founder of Cash Geeks, shares his journey in real estate investing, focusing on wholesaling and flipping properties.

He discusses how his business evolved from working with hedge funds to adapting to local investors — and the growing pains tha...

If you're not watching the data daily, you're already behind. In this episode of Trust This, Attorney Joe Seagle sits down with seasoned real estate investor David Buckles to unpack what it really means to be data-driven in today’s unpredictable market. David shares how getting blindsided by interest rate hikes in 2022 forced him to rethink everything—and why studying economic trends, no...

Drew Oquendo also known as Sub2Drew opens up about his transition from military life to real estate success, the grind behind creative deals, and why active income still matters. He gets real about business struggles, relationship lessons, and how strong communication keeps both on track. From market insights to mindset shifts, ...

Are you protecting your assets at the right time? In this episode of Ask Joe Anything, Joe Seagle uses a brilliant traffic light analogy to break down when you should be thinking about asset protection:

Green Light – Before you’ve created liability. This is the safest, smartest time to plan.
Yellow Light – When you’ve started earning or investing. There’s still time, but urgency is risin...