Collecting Keys - Real Estate Investing Podcast

From struggling to make a profit to closing 40 deals in a quarter, Ryan Weimer’s entrepreneurial journey showcases the adaptability and resilience required for long-term success in real estate. In this episode, he shares how he learned the ropes of real estate, survived the market downturn and grew his business in the competitive market of Boise.

Ryan discusses the key lessons that helped transform his business, including ...

If you prefer “hacks” or shortcuts instead of genuine learning experiences, you might have come to the wrong place. Host Mike DeHaan recently explored this topic in his new daily newsletter, exploring the question: why does no one want to learn anymore? He challenges the troubling trend of people who want easy advice instead of learning through experience, sharing how overcoming challenges and learning from your mistakes lead to si...

Even after years in the business and a record-breaking 11 closings, this week underscored the challenges and surprises always present in off-market real estate. Hosts Mike and Dan navigated difficult title agents, pulled off a last-minute double closing, and solved a major bedbug problem — and that’s just the beginning.

In this episode, you’ll hear the crazy stories that filled their week and how they solved every problem ...

“The average real estate deal can't touch the average laundromat deal when it comes to cash flow." Discover why laundromats are becoming an increasingly popular investment as Jordan Berry shares more insights from his experience as a laundromat owner and real estate investor.

In this episode, we explore the optimal cash flow, high returns, and tax advantages of the laundromat business. Jordan reveals the secret t...

When a real estate pro like Shelby Johnson wants to talk shop, you immediately say yes! This special crossover episode of the Real Estate Rockstars Podcast features our very own Dan Austin, where he shares insights on finding, training and optimizing a team of virtual assistants for a real estate business. They discuss how to leverage VAs for cold calling and lead management, recognizing red flags during the hiring process, and lot...

Stop wasting resources on "shortcuts" and expensive software. If you really want to scale a real estate business, you need these three things: consistency, systematization, and strategic planning. In this episode, Mike and Dan dive into common mistakes real estate investors make when trying to scale their business — and what they should be doing instead.

Mike and Dan reflect on their own journey from new investor...

What’s the difference between acquiring properties and businesses? Surprisingly, there are a lot of similarities but some substantial key differences. Joining this episode to discuss it all is Drew Wiard, an entrepreneur and real estate investor who, in just 18 months, bought and merged three businesses successfully.

Drew shares his long-term strategy for building massive wealth through diverse asset acquisition, offering ...

Seller wraps can be a game-changer in real estate deals, streamlining the process and reducing the typical buying and selling hurdles. In this episode, you’ll learn the ins and outs of seller wraps as host Dan Austin dives into a deal case study on a wraparound mortgage agreement.

Dan shares why they bought the property and later decided to sell, explaining their decision to move forward with this type of exit strategy. He...

How does your business operate while you’re away? Does your team step up or slack off while the boss is away?

In this episode, find out what happened when Mike and Dan had the chance to lean on their employees and test their systems while they were both traveling. They discuss the challenges of managing a remote team and the role of business owners to lead their team to success.

Mike and Dan also share tips on fir...

Craig Curelop is known for his work at BiggerPockets, but his real estate expertise goes beyond house hacking. In fact, it’s his real estate investing knowledge that helped him build a thriving business.

During this episode, he shares his journey from employee to entrepreneur and establishing his own investor-friendly real estate brokerage. He dives into the hurdles he’s faced in establishing his business, highlighting cha...

Health insurance: a common concern for many people wanting to break away from corporate life and jump into real estate.

This week’s Friday Focus breaks down insurance options available to entrepreneurs, from the federal marketplace to direct insurance companies. Host Mike DeHaan delves into the variability of health insurance plans within and across each state, how to choose the right plan and manage the costs. He also sha...

Travel brings a fresh perspective and invaluable insights, even in the business realm. Hosts Mike and Dan left their recent trips to New York City and Austin with a new understanding of the critical role of visionary leadership, from attracting top talent to building relationships on the journey to scale a business.

This episode of the Mike and Dan show explores the entrepreneurial struggle to hire top talent, the importan...

From zoning law changes to shifting markets, the real estate landscape is transforming and offering investors like Mike Nuss new opportunities for growth. In this episode, he shares his unique investment approach and the progressive strategies that have expanded his operations in land banking and development, property management, flipping, and more.

Mike dives into each business vertical and his real estate portfolio, high...

In the early days of operating a real estate investing business, reinvesting profits is the key to scaling. That’s why Collecting Keys SCALE Community members Emma and Kyle Greenwood took their $50,000 assignment fee from an RV park deal to ramp up marketing and expand their portfolio.

During this Friday Focus episode, the Greenwoods discuss their strategy to wholesale this RV park rather than keep it, and how they leverag...

Real estate investors regularly have to deal with the drama that comes from coordinating deals with all kinds of people. Among these challenges are last-minute demands from buyers or sellers and the risks associated with Subject To deals — such as, what happens when a seller dies in a SubTo transaction?

Faced with this question recently, hosts Mike and Dan went searching for answers after getting no help from Pace Morby’s ...

From pharmacist to real estate investor, Dylan Koch left a high-paying career to hustle his way to a 7-figure business. What’s even more impressive is that he accomplished it all on his own.

In this episode, he offers a frank perspective on what it takes to build a real estate business as a solopreneur. Dylan dives into the common fears and challenges he faced as a new investor managing a business alone, including finding ...

For a growing real estate business, lead manager and acquisition manager are the two most important hires — but which do you hire first? When is your business ready to hire a lead manager? What makes someone the right fit for a lead manager position?

In this quick Friday Focus, Dan Austin answers these questions and more as he dives into the crucial role of a lead manager. He lays out the responsibilities of a lead manager...

The real estate market changes every day, but understanding these shifts can lead to significant profits. This is exactly how host Mike DeHaan recently scored a $300,000 profit on a rental property, strategically assessing and capitalizing on current market conditions.

In this episode of the Mike and Dan show, the hosts talk about his big win and reflect on the ups and downs of the real estate market that have shaped their...