The Deal Farm

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Mikkel Thorup about his extraordinary journey from dropping out of school in Canada to becoming one of the world's leading voices on international real estate investing. Based in Panama City, Mikkel has traveled to over 100 countries, lived in nine, and built a global portfolio of properties across multiple continents. He shares how his passion for travel, combined with a sharp eye for opportunity, has allowed him to create thriving investments in markets like Brazil, Paraguay, and beyond. Listeners will learn why international diversification can be a powerful strategy for wealth building—and how to spot opportunities that most investors overlook.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Ben Reinberg about his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Chicago to becoming a leader in commercial real estate. Ben shares the mindset, persistence, and smart investing strategies that helped him build a multi-billion-dollar hard asset empire. He dives into lessons from his new book, Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times, offering practical advice for building and protecting wealth in any economic climate. Whether you're an aspiring investor or a seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation delivers valuable insights on discipline, focus, and creating generational success.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Caeli Ridge about her journey from Bento truck entrepreneur to industry leader in real estate investing and lending. They discuss her family legacy at Ridge Lending Services, the evolution of turnkey investing, and the power of strategic financing. Caeli also breaks down the unique benefits of the All-in-One First Position HELOC and how it can help real estate investors save thousands in interest while maximizing liquidity. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insight.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Brad Baldridge about his journey from real estate investor to one of the country's top college planning consultants. Brad shares how he helps business owners and parents plan ahead, save smart, and use creative tax strategies to pay for college without draining their cash flow. They dive into how hiring your kids, tuition reimbursement, and 529 plans really work — and why starting early makes all the difference. If you've got kids and college costs on your mind, you won't want to miss this practical and eye-opening conversation.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Whitney Elkins-Hutton about her incredible journey from house hacking to owning 40+ rental properties and eventually moving into multifamily real estate. She shares how a breakup, a house full of psychedelic daisies, and an $80 sushi deal sparked her path toward financial freedom. Whitney opens up about the highs and lows of investing out of state, building cash flow, and transitioning into syndications. If you're looking for real estate wisdom mixed with real-life resilience, this episode is a must-listen.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Quentin West about his accidental entry into Airbnb after dropping out of college and nearly dying on a construction site. With no money, no credit, and only a $6,000-limit credit card, Quentin creatively launched his first short-term rental and scaled to 47 units across three states within two years. But when rapid growth met weak infrastructure, his business crashed—leaving him broke, in debt, and borrowing from family just to survive. Tune in to hear how Quentin rebuilt from bankruptcy and the critical lessons he learned about systems, scaling, and grit.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Frank Rohde about the challenges first-time homebuyers face in today's housing market. Frank shares his journey from Germany to San Francisco and how he developed Onfi, a fractional homeownership solution that helps buyers get into homes without the traditional large down payment. They discuss how this innovative model benefits both buyers and investors, creating new opportunities in a tough market.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Jessie Lang about her unexpected leap from flipping a property with no prior experience to building a thriving real estate business. She shares how a simple desire to make money turned into a life-changing journey and offers insights for anyone thinking about diving into the world of real estate investing.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Ladislas Maurice about how he built a life and career investing in real estate across the globe. From flipping properties in Montenegro to securing high-ROI rentals in Colombia, Ladislas shares practical strategies for international investing, residency options like golden visas, and why more North Americans are calling places like Montenegro home. Whether you're looking for lifestyle freedom or smart returns, this episode delivers real-world insights.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Dale Willis about developing and building entire neighborhoods. With 1500 houses under his belt, Dale Willis is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to scaling and fundraising for development. Tune in to hear his amazing story.