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In this episode, we welcome Shane Carter, CEO of Hampshire Capital and a real estate veteran with over 25 years of experience. Shane shares his journey from flipping homes and managing a construction business to acquiring and managing over $350 million in multifamily and commercial assets. He also discusses the critical lessons learned from past mistakes, the importance of partnerships, and how his focus on mindset and relationships has driven his success.    Shane’s story provides valuable insights for listeners at all stages of their real estate investing journey, from new investors to seasoned pros looking to scale.   Key Talking Points of the...

In this episode, host Chris Prefontaine reconnects with his coach and mentor, Brett Gilliland, CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs. Brett shares insights from his years of helping businesses scale, including strategies to transition from solopreneurship to building a high-performing team. Drawing on his experiences leading organizational development at Keap (formerly Infusionsoft) and guiding businesses through their seven- to eight-figure journeys, Brett offers actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to grow.    From understanding the stages of business growth to avoiding common pitfalls, this conversation is packed with value for anyone eager to take their business to the next level.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00...

Not everybody gets dealt with winning cards in life, but that doesn’t mean you can no longer win. It’s all about the mindset you have and the actions you’re taking to overcome the challenges that life has for you.    This is not just a motivational speech to get you going, this is a lesson that life has taught many of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world. The way you approach challenges in life is what will determine whether you will fail or succeed, and if you’re serious about changing your life for the better, you need to understand what to...

Josh Culler, the CEO of Culler Media, is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and marketing expert with over 10 years of experience in the real estate space under his belt. He has played a significant role in the growth of many real estate businesses through organic content marketing and he continues to do so with his expertise.   Josh and his team have helped real estate businesses pivot through many market cycles and today, he is focused on spreading the word about the value of content marketing in generating motivated seller leads.   What you’ll learn about in this episode: What REI Marketing Weekly is...

Eddie Speed is the Founder of NoteSchool, an organization dedicated to providing education to real estate investors who want to explore the note industry. He is one of the most influential people in real estate investing, buying more than 50,000 notes through 44 years of experience in note buying.   He has been with us in many episodes in the past and we’re always looking forward to our time with him because of the level of experience and amount of knowledge he is always willing to provide. Listen to this episode to learn what’s going on in the note buying market and...

Jeremy Beland and his wife have achieved remarkable success in real estate in a shorter amount of time than what most investors go through. They started their journey in real estate while still employed full-time with only $11,000 capital, investing about 50% of it in coaching.    Over the years, Jeremy and his wife have closed over 450 off-market deals in multiple markets, hitting 6-figure profits consistently. Today, he is focused on guiding investors through coaching while simultaneously building his portfolio through different strategies, including creative financing.    What you’ll learn about in this episode:  What Jeremy’s background is How the 2008 crash impacted...

Trevor Thompson is a seasoned real estate investor from Austin, Texas, who has 31 syndication deals under his belt. He participated in 20 of those syndication deals as a limited partner and in 11 as a general partner.   Trevor is currently the VP of Investor Engagement at Massive Capital and he is focused on building a network for investors to get educated and supported on their investing journey. Aside from all this, he is also on a mission to help 1,000 people reach financial independence through real estate investing.   What you’ll learn about in this episode:  How Trevor got into syndications Why...

Judy Richard is a member of the Wicked Smart Community who started her journey in real estate long before we did, exploring different areas of the industry, while working a full-time job in pharmaceuticals. Her goal is to break away from her golden handcuffs and retire from the pharmaceutical industry to focus on real estate investing, and that’s what creative financing is helping her do today.    As of today, Judy has joined multiple programs within the Wicked Smart community, starting with the 90-day jumpstart that we have since replaced with the 3-Paydays Apprentice program. She is a testament to the level...

At this point, we all know that real estate investing is one of the best ways to build wealth and achieve financial freedom, but there is still a large majority of people who don’t know how and where to begin. It can seem pretty simple if you’re already familiar with this industry, but for someone who is new, the abundance of information can be daunting and that’s what we’re here to help you with.   Smart Real Estate Coach and the Wicked Smart Community offers different levels of success that can help investors in all levels – from those who are just...

Kevin Gannon and his wife Sarah are a husband and wife tandem from the Wicked Smart community who come from full-time W-2 jobs. They began their journey in real estate investing with minimal knowledge and never stopped looking for opportunities to grow, which eventually led them to Smart Real Estate Coach.   Kevin and Sarah are great examples of what success could look like when you have the right community to support and guide you through this business. They are currently associates in the Wicked Smart community and they are crushing the creative real estate game together!   What you’ll learn about in this...