

The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
Markian Sich
The military taught us discipline, leadership, and resilience—but it never taught us how to build wealth or create true financial freedom. That’s where we come in.I’m Markian Sich, a United States Marine turned real estate investor, and I know firsthand how tough it can be to figure out what’s next after service. That’s why I started The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast—to bring you real stories, real strategies, and real success from military investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who’ve been where you are.We talk about leveraging your VA Loan, Military House Hacking, and proven investing strategies to help you build passive income, transition with confidence, and take control of your financial future.You’ve fought hard to defend the American Dream—now let’s make sure you own a piece of it. Subscribe now and start your journey to financial freedom!
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Oct 18, 2021 • 55min
ADPI_216: Family First with Mike McCarthy
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with best-selling author, co-founder of GoBundance Mike McCarthy. Mike discusses how to maintain an exceptional balance between your pursuit of financial freedom and your family life."How do we be leaders for our families and be leaders in the world? Because if we’re only leaders in the world, eventually we end up not bringing up a generation that can carry that can carry that torch forward—who can be good citizens and good people in the world."-Mike McCarthyHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:How to achieve balance between work and familyWeaving your Why into Your Family LifeBringing your family onboard for your endeavorsThe importance of family meetingsBuilding your team – at home and at workHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksTribe of MillionairesMiracle Morning for Parents & FamiliesEntrustedConnect with MikeWebsiteWebsiteReady to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive educatiSupport the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Oct 4, 2021 • 24min
ADPI_214: Member Spotlight with Mason Brown
In this week's episode, Kevin talks with Operation ATOM member and Navy Veteran, Mason Brown. Mason discusses his beginnings in real estate investing – which started with joining the ADPI FB Community and then starting Operation ATOM. Listen up to hear the massive amount of action that Mason has taken in just six short months!"Just because you fail at something doesn’t mean you’re not a success. It means that you’re giving yourself a chance to learn."-Mason BrownHere are 3 Key Takeaways from this episode:Challenges with transitioning out of the MilitaryHow to Get Back to Routine to Fuel SuccessMason’s Deal Criteria BreakdownHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksMilitary House HackingRich Dad Poor DadConnect with MasonJoin MREIA & Operation ATOMPhone: (641) 210-9143Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate InvSupport the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 27, 2021 • 1h 4min
ADPI_213: Creative Real Estate Acquisition with Cindy Byler
On this week’s episode, Kevin interviews Cindy Byler – a military spouse who is not only able to find deals—but is really able to thrive in the space of real estate investing. Cindy esplains how she found success in real estate even in the craziness of the military family lifestyle. Listen up to hear how real estate investing gave Cindy a way to pivot to make the lifestyle work over a traditional 9-5 job."You just have to go out there and go with a mindset of being a problem solver—because if you put the people first, then the money is going to follow."-Cindy BylerHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Pivoting your work options with frequent movesHow to Create a Great Financial Foundation to InvestThe Reality of Long Distance InvestingHow You Can Buy a $7,000 HomeLearn to Solve Problems to SucceedHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksWho Not HowConnect with CindyLinkedInFacebookEmailReady to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education Support the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 20, 2021 • 56min
ADPI_212: Scaling Up in Commercial Real Estate with Mike Stohler
In this week's episode, Kevin interviews Mike Stohler. After serving in the navy as an Ops Specialist and then becoming a commercial airline pilot, Mike found himself succeeding in real estate investing the right way. He talks about his process of scaling his investing and how he profited $800,000 in less than a year! If you’re looking for someone who started out just like you, listen up!"Your excuses and your fears on why you’re not doing it are real in your head, but it’s not the truth-if you’ve fallen into that-- your anxiety is real inside of you, but none of it is true.."-Mike StohlerHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Applying creative financing for larger propertiesAdvice for transitioning into real estate investing from your 9-5A Breakdown of Mike’s DealsWhat is a Real Estate Professional?How to Save hundreds of thousands of dollars by getting a mentor or coachHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksMoney Secrets of the RichConnect with MikePodcastLinkedInWebsiteAre you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSupport the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 13, 2021 • 25min
ADPI_211: Member Spotlight with Wes Thompson
On this week’s episode, Kevin chats with Army retiree and ADPI Operation ATOM member, Wes Thompson. In this member spotlight, Wes covers what he’s been up to in the real estate investing space—and how he found his tribe and as a result, his success.Here are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Finding Your TribeWhy You Should Pay Attention to Your LimitationsThe Impact of Joining a Mastermind How to Learn From Your FailuresWes’s Duplex Deal BreakdownHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksAustin Clark's YouTube ChannelConnect with WesADPI FB GroupAre you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educationSupport the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 6, 2021 • 47min
ADPI_210: How to BRRRR Properties While Stationed Overseas w/ Samantha & Bobby Meyer
On this week’s episode, Kevin talks with “dynamic duo” military couple Samantha & Bobby Meyer. Samantha & Bobby describe how they have combined their skills to successfully build their real estate portfolio while being stationed overseas."Just go out there and get some reps in it. You’re going to learn more by doing it and trying it. Don’t let school get in the way of your education because that experience is ultimately what is going to get you to where you need to be.."-Bobby MeyerHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Starting Out as Accidental InvestorsBobby & Sam’s Lessons Learned in Property ManagementAdvantages of Getting A Real Estate License While InvestingWhy a Good Team is EverythingBRRRR Deal BreakdownHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksQuickbooks SoftwareThe One ThingThe Weekend Millionaire's Secret to Investing in Real EstateConnect with Samantha & BobbyEmailAre you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Support the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Aug 30, 2021 • 46min
ADPI_209: From Naval Aviator to Real Estate Investor With John Rubino
On this week’s episode, Kevin features Retired Naval Aviator turned real estate investor, John Rubino. John tells his incredible story of his real estate journey while he was AD. And how after 20 years in the military, he retired and started investing in RE full time. Let John walk you through his transition and what it looked like for him!"Don’t rush. Don’t rush through it. Just like I say "don’t rush through a deal" – don’t rush the process; let the process play out. Don’t pull the fruit off the tree until it ripens."-John RubinoHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:John’s Investment in New BuildsBuilding a Real Estate Investing BusinessFinding a Great MentorHow to Invest When You’re Stationed OverseasFocus on Your Network & TeamHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksRich Dad Poor DadHow to Win Friends & Influence PeopleConnect with JohnLinkedInWebsiteYouTubeAre you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our investor resources to learn more aboutSupport the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Aug 23, 2021 • 52min
ADPI_208: How to House Hack With a Large Family With Amanda and Solomon Nair
On this week's episode, Kevin interviews military family Amanda & Soloman Nair. Solomon and Amanda talk about how they started their real estate investing journey by house hacking a 2 bedroom 1 bath duplex with their 5 young sons. By following a strict budget and simplifying their lives, they were able to purchase a total of 5 properties totaling 10 units in 7 months."So when we work toward something--if it doesn’t work out--as long as we’re forward toward that goal, something else will always come along and be better."-Amanda & Soloman NairHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode: Getting to know your investing areas Buying multiple properties at onceOvercoming Analysis Paralysis How to Sacrifice Now to Gain More Later Working as a Team with Your SpouseHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksMilitary House HackingRich Dad Poor DadIt’s Just My Nature The Child WhispererThink & Grow RichCashflow QuadrantThe Wisdom of SolomanConnect with Amanda & SolomonWebsiteEmailAre you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Support the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Aug 16, 2021 • 57min
ADPI_207: Massive Passive Income With Land With Brent Bowers
On this week's episode, Kevin speaks with veteran Army officer, Brent Bowers. Brent discusses how he transitioned from the military to real estate estate - specializing in vacant land investment! Now that he's achieved massive passive income, he coaches others on how to do it too! If you're looking for yet another way to invest, this episode is for you!"Time Block, Time Block, Time Block – when I’ve got a task or mission – everything else goes off, no one can bother me and I just focus on that one thing."-Brent BowersHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:The Need to Be ResourcefulTransitioning from Enlisted to OfficerStarting out with House HackingThe Due Diligence Process on LandBrent’s First Land Deal BreakdownHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksLand Due Diligence ChecklistLand Listings ResourceThe Wealthy GardenerConnect with BrentInstagramYouTubeWebsiteClubhouseAre you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | Support the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Aug 9, 2021 • 45min
ADPI_206: 3 Ways To Win In The STR Game With Joe Riley
In this episode, Joe Riley of Patriot Family Homes joins Kevin and special guest Co-Host Chris Lockwood to break down how he turned a simple house hack into a MASSIVE nationwide short-term rental business. We talk pros, cons, and everything in between in this one. If you're thinking about getting into the short-term rental game or already have a few STRs working for you, you definitely won't want to miss this one. "Don't undervalue your asset...that's the biggest mistake I see over and over again. If you consistently chase 100% occupancy, you're going to end up selling yourself short."Here are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Figure out how to turn everyday things into cash-flowing assetsIf you have an STR, don't sell yourself short to achieve 100% occupancyUse software like PriceLabs to help adjust and track your pricing modelsBuy, Manage, and Arbitrage - the 3 ways to get started in STRs STRs offer much more flexibility than traditional rental units (and cash flow more too)!Honorable Mentions & Useful LinksPriceLabsConnect with Joe:WebsiteEmailAre you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSupport the showADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.So we built a different path.Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.The mission isn’t just buying properties.It’s building a life with options.More time with family.More control of your future.More impact in the community you serve.If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.


