Finding Discounted Property

In this episode, Michael Pinter chats with Houston-based investor Brant Phillips, who went from broke and burned-out at his 9-to-5 to becoming a seasoned real estate investor, builder, and mentor with nearly two decades in the game. 

💡 Key Takeaways

✅ You don’t need money to start, you need creativity and hustle.
✅ Learn from small mistakes before they become big ones.
✅ Build systems early, they’ll save you time and sanity....

In this episode of Finding Discounted Property, host Michael Pinter chats with Arthur Kirakosyan, a seasoned real estate investor from Phoenix, Arizona. Arthur shares how he started his investing journey in 2014, lessons learned along the way, and strategies that helped him succeed in one of the most competitive real estate markets in the country. 

💡 Key Takeaways: 

• Starting out in real estate without prior experience
• Navigating ...

Host Michael Pinter sits down with Monaz Karkaria, a former medical student who pivoted into real estate and now invests successfully in Dallas and South Florida. 

Monaz shares her unique journey, why she left the medical path, and how she built a business model that goes beyond the typical single-family space. Listeners will gain insights on scaling, diversifying, and breaking free from conventional investing limitations. 

✨ Key Tak...

In this episode, host Michael Pinter sits down with real estate investor Jimmy Ogle to discuss his journey from buying into a franchise to building his own brand. Jimmy shares how he transitioned from relying on franchise marketing to running his own campaigns and scaling his business. 

He highlights the importance of joining masterminds, surrounding yourself with high-level peers, and learning that success comes from taking control...

Ever wondered how an engineer turned his background in physics into a thriving real estate investing career? On this episode of Finding Discounted Property Podcast, Michael Pinter chats with James Heller about his leap from the semiconductor industry to building wealth through discounted properties in Colorado.

Key Takeaways:

•  Your career background can be a strength in real estate engineers make great investors!
•  Buying your firs...

This week on Finding Discounted Property, Michael sits down with his good friend & seasoned real estate investor Greg Helbeck. Greg shares his journey from making cold calls back in college to becoming a true digital nomad investor travelling across the country.

 Key Takeaways

1. Start Small, Think Big – Greg began with cold calls in college and built his way up.
2. Consistency Wins – A decade of showing up daily created long-term r...

In this episode of the Finding Discounted Property Podcast, Michael Pinter chats with Shayla Dempsey about her journey into real estate investing, starting from her husband Neil’s early flipping days in 2006 to building a successful business together. Shayla shares lessons on partnerships, scaling, and navigating challenges in the property market. A must-listen for investors seeking inspiration and practical tips! 

 ✅ Key Takeaways 

In this episode, Michael Pinter sits down with Amy Farrow, a seasoned real estate investor from Milwaukee with over 20 years of experience. Amy shares how she transitioned from being a lawyer to building a successful career in real estate, her early days of flipping houses before it was mainstream, and the lessons she’s learned from decades in the business.

✨ Key Takeaways:

Why persistence and adaptability are cru...

In this episode of the Finding Discounted Property Podcast, host Michael Pinter chats with Derek Grandfield from Wichita, Kansas. Derek shares how his grandmother’s rental business inspired him to enter real estate, how he and his wife educated themselves before diving in, and how their first deal unexpectedly turned into a BRRRR success story. From flipping to long-term rentals, Derek reveals the power of adaptability, persistence...

In this episode of Finding Discounted Property, Michael Pinter sits down with Brian Daly from We Revive in San Diego. Brian shares how a Christmas gift Rich Dad Poor Dad completely changed his life’s trajectory, inspiring him to leave his path toward becoming a veterinarian and dive into real estate.

With over 20 years of experience, Brian opens up about:
 ✅ How he got started in real estate before the pandemic hype
 ✅ Lesso...

In this episode of Finding Discounted Property, host Michael Pinter sits down with real estate investor Mike Flora from Riverside County, CA. Mike shares how his background as a Marine and firefighter led him into the world of real estate investing. With inspiration from YouTube videos and guidance from his friend Mike Osborne, he ventured into wholesaling and fix-and-flip deals, eventually partnering with John Monday. 

They talk ab...

In this episode, Michael Pinter sits down with Becky Fields from Houston, TX, who shares how she transitioned from raising 7 kids to running a successful real estate investing business.

 🔑 Key Highlights: 

• Becky Fields shares her inspiring journey from full-time mom of seven to real estate investor.
• She talks about taking over the family investing business with her husband Richard.
• Currently rebranding to “Grandma House Buyer”, Be...

In this episode of the Finding Discounted Property Podcast, host Michael Pinter welcomes Josh Culler of Culler Media, a marketing expert in the real estate investing world. Josh shares how he transitioned from working in the investing trenches to launching a media agency that helps real estate professionals craft personal brands and video content that actually drives results. 

From avoiding marketing gimmicks to creating videos that...

In this episode of the Finding Discounted Property podcast, host Michael Pinter interviews Jackie Mendoza, a real estate investor from Corpus Christi, Texas. Jackie shares how she transitioned from selling insurance to diving into real estate after being inspired by the very investors she served. Tune in to hear how she got started, the lessons she learned along the way, and what drives her success today!

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Jackie...

In this episode of Finding Discounted Property, host Michael Pinter interviews Venkat Avasarala, a former corporate banker who transitioned into multifamily real estate and built a portfolio of over 4,000 units in just a few years. 

💡 Key Takeaways: 

• Venkat shares how he made the leap from a stable job to full-time real estate investing
• Insights into scaling a multifamily portfolio fast
• Tips for aspiring investors looking beyond s...

In this episode of Finding Discounted Property, Michael Pinter chats with Kyle Doney, a former Air Force member turned successful real estate investor based in Denver. Kyle shares how his transition from military life to entrepreneurship eventually led him into real estate. Starting with a vending machine business and wholesaling electronics, he used the profits to buy his first rental property—and never looked back. 

🔥 Key Takeawa...

In this episode of the Finding Discounted Property Podcast, host Michael Pinter chats with real estate investor Walker Music. Starting with no real estate background and cold-calling from his kitchen table, Walker shares how he built a thriving investment business spanning multiple states. From wholesaling to owning properties in Florida, he dives into the power of sales, data, and strategic marketing in real estate investing. 

✅ Ke...

In this episode of Finding Discounted Property, host Michael Pinter sits down with Jonathan and Molly Messri real estate partners based in Orange County, CA, who are building their investment business remotely in Tennessee. 🏘️ 

They dive into how they got started, why they chose to invest out of state, and the systems they use to successfully operate from afar. Whether you're a new investor or scaling your portfolio, their jou...

In this episode, Xander Cruz shares his journey from unemployed college grad in 2011 to running a thriving real estate business in the Baltimore metro area. He talks about getting his start working for a broker, the power of partnerships, how he sources off-market deals, and why systems and consistency are key to scaling. 

💡 Key Highlights: 

• Started real estate career by chance after college
• Grew from part-time assistant to full-...