The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
The military taught us discipline, leadership, and resilience—but it never taught us how to build wealth or create true financial freedom. That’s where we come in. I’m Markian Sich, a United States Marine turned real estate investor, and I know firsthand how tough it can be to figure out what’s next after service. That’s why I started The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast—to bring you real stories, real strategies, and real success from military investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who’ve been where you are. We talk about leveraging your VA Loan, Military House Hacking, and proven investing strategies to help you build passive income, transition with confidence, and take control of your financial future. You’ve fought hard to defend the American Dream—now let’s make sure you own a piece of it. Subscribe now and start your journey to financial freedom!
Episodes
Markian sits down with Cheyenne Wachtendorf, a new ADPI member whose path runs from military service to creative deals—live-in flips, seller finance—and a 106-acre VA loan purchase. Cheyenne shares the mindset behind taking calculated risks, learning from setbacks, and his vision for Walk Squad Haven: real estate development, experiential recreation, and community mentorship.
Time Stamps
00:00 Introduction and Conference Recap
01:30 ...
From ROTC to Real Estate: Landon Fillmore's Journey of Investments and Identity
In this episode, host Mark chats with Landon Fillmore, a member of the military community who has successfully navigated his way into real estate investing. Landon shares his journey from joining the ROTC in college, to buying his first fourplex property, to managing rentals while stationed overseas. They discuss the pivotal conversations, education...
Blockchain and Real Estate: A Deep Dive with ADPI Experts
In this engaging episode of the ADPI podcast, host Tim Kelly chats with Seneca Peña Colazo about the intersection of blockchain, cryptocurrency, and real estate investing. They clarify misconceptions about crypto, likening blockchain to a highway where scams are the driver's fault, not the road's. Highlighting the permanence and transparency of blockchain, the episo...
Uncovering Creative Financing: A Deep Dive with Adam Catledge
In this episode, we welcome Adam Catledge, a Marine Corps veteran and seasoned entrepreneur, to demystify the complexities of creative financing in real estate. Known for his profound knowledge in sub-2s and wraparound mortgages, Adam shares his journey from military service to becoming a successful real estate investor. He elaborates on his first deals, the mechanics of ...
In this high-energy episode, Markian interviews Rob Pekarek, a Naval Academy graduate and active-duty Air Force officer, who shares his inspiring journey in real estate investing while serving in the military. Rob discusses his initial steps in real estate, starting from a single-family house hack to joining a general partnership team for multifamily deals. He emphasizes the importance of adding value, building strong teams, levera...
In this episode of the ADPI Podcast, host Markian Sich sits down with powerhouse military spouse, real estate investor, and soon-to-be author Kaitlyn Dannhardt, who reveals the wildly creative strategies that turned a broke PCS move into a full-fledged short-term rental business — all starting with just $1,500 and a VA loan.
From pioneering “TDY hacking” to PCS’ing with a garage full of Wayfair furniture, Kaitlyn breaks down how she...
In this episode, Markian dives deep into the world of real estate syndication with legal expert Mauricio Rauld. The conversation starts with an informal introduction and segues into Mauricio's extensive background in syndication and securities law, detailing his journey from litigation to becoming a prominent figure in the real estate legal space. They discuss the intricacies and legalities of raising capital for real estate d...
Markian sits down with Thach Nguyen to blend mindset and tactics for today’s market—how military precision can become analysis paralysis (and how to beat it), why rapport is the real negotiation edge, and the ADU/DADU playbook to force value, boost cash flow, and even approach 1–2% rule outcomes.
What You’ll Learn
- The mindset shift from “perfect plan” to “action first” (especially for vets).
- Rapport frameworks that turn negotiatio...
In this engaging podcast episode, Markian Sich interviews Neil Bawa, CEO of Grocapitus and a real estate futurist, to explore the intersection of data science, multifamily real estate, and artificial intelligence. Neil shares his journey from a tech entrepreneur seeking to reduce his taxes through real estate investment to becoming a leading expert in real estate data science. He explains the importance of data-driven decision maki...
From VA Loan House Hack to $22M Portfolio with Michael Mnatsakanian
In this episode of the ADPI podcast, host Markian Sich sits down with Michael Mnatsakanian, a military veteran who turned a single VA loan house hack into a real estate empire worth over $22 million. Michael unpacks the mindset shifts, strategic moves, and creative financing tactics that helped him scale fast—all while staying true to his mission of financial freedo...
Navigating Real Estate and Military Transition with John Rabino
In this episode of the ADPI podcast, the host welcomes an esteemed guest, John Rabino, who shares his captivating journey from his military service to becoming a successful real estate investor. Rabino delves into his background, growing up in Brooklyn and being influenced by a family of business owners, including his father, a Marine Corps veteran. He describes his pat...
Navigating Real Estate and Life Challenges with Erica Lehmkuhl
In this episode, Markian welcomes Erica Lehmkuhl, a retired Army First Sergeant and successful real estate broker in Hawaii. Erica shares her vast experience in real estate, discussing her transition from the military to entrepreneurship, her strategic property investments, and unique insights into the Hawaii real estate market. She emphasizes the importance of offering...
Unlocking Capital Raising: Strategies and Mindsets for Success
In this solo episode of the ADPI Podcast, the host delves into the art of capital raising. Starting off with the importance of putting in consistent efforts and tracking data through lead and lag metrics, the speaker shares insights on reaching out to personal networks and leveraging social media for better conversion rates. Additionally, the episode covers concepts from...
From Military Service to Financial Mastery: Travis’s Journey of Entrepreneurship
In this episode, host Markian Sich interviews Travis Salley, a military officer and entrepreneur, about his journey of navigating both the military and the business world. Travis shares his background, including his military career, investment experiences, and transition to financial advising. He discusses the highs and lows of real estate investments ...
Navigating Real Estate and Mortgages with Ted Canto
In this episode of the Active Duty Passive Income Podcast, Marky sits down with Ted Canto, a seasoned entrepreneur, loan officer, and mortgage expert, to dive deep into financial literacy and real estate for military families. They discuss common pitfalls in buying homes, understanding credit scores, and the importance of being 'brilliant in the basics.' Ted also shares ...
Navy Vet Cracks the Code on Low-Maintenance Real Estate (While Others Struggle with Problem Tenants)
Navy veteran Trevor Mathena didn't just stumble into real estate success—he engineered it. In this episode, discover how Trevor built a profitable portfolio of single-family homes in Toledo, Ohio, while most investors are drowning in tenant headaches and maintenance nightmares.
You'll learn Trevor's ...
In this inspiring episode, join the Active Duty Passive Income (ADPI) team as they welcome Betty Boyce, a dedicated community member turned team member and now VP of Operations at ADPI. Betty shares her incredible journey from joining the National Guard to becoming a real estate investor leveraging VA loans. Discover her strategic approach to midterm rentals, the nuances of VA loan entitlements, and the importance of educating ones...
Empowering Mindset Shifts with Austin Linney: From Addiction to Business Success
In this powerful episode of the ADPI Podcast, we welcome back mindset and business coach Austin Linney—a man whose transformational journey from addiction and homelessness to entrepreneurial success is as inspiring as it is instructive.
Austin shares raw, vulnerable moments from his past and how they shaped his mindset, confidence, and commitment to self...
🎙️ Building Confidence for Military Landlords: ADPI x TurboTenant Partnership
In this special edition of the Active Duty Passive Income Podcast, we’re joined by Harrison Stevens, VP of Marketing at TurboTenant, to explore how their powerful platform is making life easier for military landlords everywhere.
Military landlords often face the unique challenge of managing rental properties from afar. In this epis...
The Ultimate Guide to Asset Protection & Wealth Building with Adam Kintigh
Are you leaving your assets unprotected? In this powerhouse episode of the Active Duty Passive Income Podcast, host Markian Sich sits down with Adam Kintigh from Nevada Corporate Headquarters to reveal the secrets to shielding your wealth and scaling your investments the right way.
Adam breaks down the biggest mistakes people make when setting up LLCs, the...
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