Raise the Bar

Summary: In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Jon Jasniak, land investor, entrepreneur, and owner of an entire town in Texas. Jon Jasniak shares his journey from buying his first few acres of land to building a multi-million-dollar portfolio through subdivision and creative financing.

Seth Bradley and Jon Jasniak discuss how Jon Jasniak uses social media and personal branding to attract investors, raise cap...

Summary: In this short interview, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, an experienced real estate syndicator, attorney, and investor, who shares how he built his wealth across different stages of his career. Gene Trowbridge explains that his first million came from syndicating real estate deals, raising capital for projects that enriched both investors and himself.

Seth Bradley and Gene Trowbridge discuss how, after leaving...

Summary: In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, who began his career in corporate tech after earning an Electrical Engineering degree and MBA, later transitioning into real estate and oil & gas investing. Today, Gene Trowbridge focuses on pre-drilled oil & gas wells that offer higher cash flow and strong tax advantages.

Seth Bradley and Gene Trowbridge discuss how his analytical background informs his...

Summary: In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, a seasoned real estate investor and developer, who shares how he made, lost, and plans to make his next million. Michael Flight explains that his story begins with a value-add shopping center project early in his career, a challenging deal with vacant anchor tenants and environmental issues. After several years of redevelopment and refinancing, the project paid o...

Summary: In this short interview, Seth Bradley sits down with John Jasniak, described as a top 1% performer in his field, who shares insights into what separates him from others in the real estate and land development industry. John Jasniak explains that his defining trait is an extreme attention to detail, which he believes is critical for success. Unlike many developers who delegate operations or technical details, John Jasniak s...

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In this podcast segment, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, who shares his personal and professional journey, touching on the pivotal moments that shaped his path. Michael Flight discusses how he originally wanted to become a Lutheran pastor but pivoted into business, using his “laziness” as a self-proclaimed superpower. Seth Bradley and Michael Flight reflect on overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of mee...

Summary: Seth Bradley and Michael Flight discuss how his success in commercial real estate stems from decades of consistent “reps,” experience gained through countless deals, leases, and relationships since 1986. Michael Flight explains that this repetition allows him to instantly evaluate properties and markets with precision. His diverse background across nonprofits, advisory boards, and marketing gives him a broad business pers...

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Seth Bradley interviews Travis Smith, CEO of Tribevest, on the pivot to a compliance-first, turnkey infrastructure for capital aggregation in private deals. Seth Bradley and Travis Smith discuss how their partnership formed after a BVI event, why Tribevest allows independent capital aggregators to scale without building a back office, and what is actually working in today’s tougher capital-raising climate.

Travis Smith s...

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Reed Goossens, who shares how he earned his first and most recent million, from humble beginnings to strategic diversification. Reed Goossens explains that his first million came through hard work in multifamily syndication and private equity, while his latest focus is building long-term value through a new CPA roll-up business.

Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss adapting to...

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Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss how grit, consistency, and continuous learning are the keys to long-term success. Reed Goossens attributes his achievements to showing up daily, evolving constantly, and embracing discomfort. He shares that the biggest risk he ever took was moving to the United States with no set plan, a move that completely changed his life and career trajectory.

Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens explor...

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In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Australian real estate entrepreneur and syndicator Reed Goossens for a deep dive into the current state of multifamily real estate, capital raising challenges, and lessons learned from recent market cycles. Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss why Reed Goossens believes now is still a great time to buy despite economic uncertainty, citing historic absorption r...

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In this Million Dollar Monday episode, Seth Bradley interviews Sandhya Seshadri about her journey to making her first, last, and next million dollars. Sandhya Seshadri shares that her first million came from trading stocks and options, leveraging stock options from her employer and learning to trade independently. Seth Bradley notes that while alternative investors often dismiss traditional markets, both acknowledge that l...

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In this short exchange between Seth Bradley and Sandhya Seshadri, Seth Bradley asks what separates Sandhya Seshadri as a top 1% performer. Sandhya Seshadri shares that her resilience and fearlessness stem from humble beginnings, arriving with almost nothing, living frugally, and learning to rebuild from scratch. Sandhya Seshadri attributes her success to persistence, adaptability, and surrounding herself with positive ene...

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She began in corporate tech with an Electrical Engineering degree and an MBA, then pivoted to real estate, and now oil & gas. In this episode, Seth Bradley speaks with Sandhya Seshadri, who explains why she focuses on pre-drilled, proven wells for stronger cash flow and tax advantages. Sandhya Seshadri details how she underwrites energy deals, including breakevens, operator scale, and transparency, and emphasizes why t...

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley and tax expert Tom Wheelwright discuss the intricacies of tax strategies for high-income professionals, particularly in the realm of real estate investments. Seth Bradley and Tom Wheelwright explore how to leverage tax incentives, the importance of depreciation, and the benefits of real estate syndications.

Tom Wheelwright emphasizes the need for a h...

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with multifamily investor and coach Gino Barbero for a deep conversation on real estate investing, mindset, and values. Seth Bradley and Gino Barbero discuss the reality of today’s uncertain market and why deals are still possible if you stick to timeless frameworks like Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right. Gino Barbero emphasizes that choosing between syndications, joint venture...

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley interviews Mikkel Thorup, founder of Expat Money. Seth Bradley and Mikkel Thorup discuss Mikkel Thorup’s unique journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful consultant for expatriates. Mikkel Thorup shares the benefits of living abroad, the importance of financial freedom, and various strategies for obtaining second residencies and m...

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In this episode of Raise the Bar Radio, Seth Bradley welcomes Adam Carroll, who shares his journey from being a traveling professional speaker to building sustainable wealth through passive income strategies. Seth Bradley and Adam Carroll discuss how, after realizing the limitations of trading time for money, Adam Carroll developed The Shred Method, a cashflow reorientation system that minimizes debt interest and frees up ...

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley engages with Hunter Thompson, a prominent figure in the world of passive income investing. Seth Bradley and Hunter Thompson discuss the current economic landscape, including rising interest rates, inflation, and the inverted yield curve, and how these factors impact real estate investments.

Hunter Thompson shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasiz...