In this episode of the Radical Hospitality Podcast, Zeke Freeman sits down with Gideon Spencer, a tech-turned-real-estate entrepreneur who’s reshaping the boutique hotel industry. With $6.5 million in assets acquired through innovative financing strategies like seller financing and subject-to deals, Gideon shares his unique journey, the power of assembling rockstar teams, and actionable insights for anyone looking to break into real estate or hospitality. From scaling quickly to the importance of creating unforgettable guest experiences, this episode is packed with value.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:43 - Gideon’s Journey
04:12 - First Steps in Real Estate
09:10 - Creative Financing Explained
15:45 - Building Rockstar Teams
20:20 - What Makes a Successful Deal
32:07 - Creating Unique Guest Experiences
42:00 - What’s Next for Gideon
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