The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast

What’s stopping you from succeeding in real estate? In this episode, David and Ryan break down four common excuses holding people back from taking the leap into real estate investing. From fears about market volatility to misconceptions about managing properties, they address each concern with practical advice and real-world experience. Don’t let these excuses stand in your way—tune in now! KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction2:24 - A Misconception About Real Estate Ryan Recently Heard3:35 - Good Debt vs Bad Debt5:12 - Ryan & David’s Perspective On Buying A Vacation Home7:15 - Considering Market Volatility & Risk11:01 - Is It Hard To Find Tenants?12:42 - Another Common Misconception About Rental Properties13:59 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Ryan's Mentorshiphttps://www.skool.com/deal-flow-academy/about Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod

Learn the six essential criteria for accurately determining ARV (After Repair Value) in this 15-minute highlight with Jake Leicht. Discover how to analyze comps effectively by focusing on recent sales, neighborhood boundaries, square footage, property characteristics, and more. Whether you're new to real estate or refining your skills, this episode will help you evaluate deals with confidence and precision. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - The 6 ARV Criteria You Need To Look At1:18 - Comp Criteria 1: Recently Completed Sales3:41 - Comp Criteria 2: Within The Same Neighborhood6:01 - Comp Criteria 3: Similar Square Footage7:38 - Comp Criteria 4: Similar Characteristics10:45 - Comp Criteria 5: Similar Age13:23 - Comp Criteria 6: Reasonable Selling Time15:33 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Jake Leichthttps://www.instagram.com/jakeleicht/ Website: Jake Leichthttps://www.theflipsecrets.com/exclusive Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

After a recent event, an investor caught up with DealMachine’s David Lecko to dig into his story, asking questions about his path to success, the struggles he faced, and the lessons he’s learned. In this episode, David opens up about staying grounded, overcoming doubts, and building DealMachine from scratch. He shares the sacrifices he made in his early days, the importance of resilience, and what keeps him driven today. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - DealMachine’s Massive Change To Skip Tracing2:33 - What Is David’s End Goal?4:40 - The Advice David Would Give His Younger Self8:13 - This Member’s Real Estate Journey9:40 - Facing Doubt From Your Family12:34 - The Sellers’ Motivation Behind His First Deal14:35 - His $17,000 Deal16:21 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Investing in real estate isn’t always smooth sailing—sometimes, it’s a fire you didn’t see coming. In this episode, Ryan Haywood sits down with investors Ryan Bevilacqua and Cory Jacobson, who share how a house fire turned from disaster to opportunity. Listen as they recount their journey from the early days of W-2 jobs to building a 70-door portfolio, including the unexpected moments that shaped their path. Find out how they handled a property fire, what it taught them about resilience in real estate, and the strategies they used to turn a major setback into lasting success. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - What Ryan And Cory’s Business Looks Like1:57 - What They Were Doing For Their 9-53:31 - Working in Sales5:08 - Their First BRRRR Deal7:35 - What Their Business Model Looks Like Now9:08 - Some Of Their Best Deals11:08 - Their Property That Caught On Fire19:14 - Parting Advice For New Investors23:08 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Ryan Bevilacqua & Cory Jacobsonhttps://www.instagram.com/wealthjuiceofficial/ Website: Ryan Bevilacqua & Cory Jacobsontiny.cc/wealthjuicecoaching Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod

In this episode, Ryan shares his personal experience handling a tenant turnover that could have been costly but turned out to be a seamless process. He explains how using move-in and move-out inspection forms, along with setting clear expectations for tenants, saved him time, money, and hassle. Ryan’s tips will show you how to keep your properties in great shape, reduce turnover costs, and make tenant transitions as smooth as possible. Plus, learn how to get access to these practical resources for your own rentals. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Ryan’s Recent Eviction0:37 - The Eviction Process Ryan Follows2:25 - Getting Tenants Their Deposit Back4:13 - Outro LINKS:Get The Inspection Forms: https://www.dealmachine.com/deposit Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

With new legislation tightening the rules on wholesaling, many investors are wondering how to keep their deals moving. In this episode, Cory Boatright introduces "Take Down Funding," a game-changing solution designed to help wholesalers legally "take down" properties even in heavily regulated markets. Cory walks us through how this funding option allows you to close deals without needing full cash upfront, empowering you to avoid legal roadblocks and keep your profits high. Tune in to learn how to adapt and thrive despite the shifting landscape in wholesaling. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - The Idea Behind Take Down Funding3:15 - The Problem That Take Down Funding Solves4:56 - What Is Take Down Funding?6:30 - An Example Of How Take Down Funding Works12:05 - Additional Thoughts13:33 - Where They’re Investing Currently15:15 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Cory Boatrighthttps://www.instagram.com/coryboatrightpage/ Website: Take Down Fundinghttps://www.takedownfunding.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

In this episode, David breaks down how he earned $100,000 with just nine hours of work over seven months using the BRRRR strategy and DealMachine’s tax delinquent list. Joined by Ryan, he shares the exact steps he took to find an undervalued property, manage the renovation, and secure a profitable refinance. Plus, they reveal a powerful appraisal strategy that ensures you get the most out of each deal. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - How David Made $100k In 7 Months2:14 - The Most BRRRR Deals Ryan Has Closed On In 1 Month5:02 - The Secret Weapon To Getting Properties To Appraise Well6:43 - Other Hiccups Ryan Has Had With BRRRR Deals8:27 - Using Local Banks For Lending11:22 - Ryan’s Coaching Program12:48 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

In this episode, Izaiah Reynoso sits down with David and Ryan to uncover strategies for closing more deals without burning out. Through a lively Q&A, they explore how successful investors can protect their time, delegate effectively, and keep their business thriving without sacrificing energy or well-being. Whether you’re new to real estate or a seasoned pro, these insights offer a blueprint for building a sustainable, burnout-proof business. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Ryan’s Motivation To Stay Focused3:15 - Delegating The Tasks That Burn You Out4:25 - Hiring A Transaction Coordinator6:09 - Question About DealMachine’s Tax Delinquent List7:39 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Izaiah Reynosohttps://www.instagram.com/Izaiah.Reynoso/ Website: Izaiah Reynosohttps://www.facebook.com/izaiah.reynoso Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Join David and Ryan as they sit down with 19-year-old Izaiah Reynoso, who shares the story of his game-changing real estate deal that brought in an impressive $30,000—all with the help of a simple sticky note. In this episode, Izaiah reveals the unique strategies he used to stand out, build trust, and find his first big break in real estate. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction0:51 - Izaiah’s First Wholesale Deal2:32 - How He Found His Buyer & Marketing With Sticky Notes5:35 - His Process For Using Sticky Notes To Get Deals8:02 - How Sellers Respond When They See Him Putting Sticky Notes On Their Door8:57 - When He Decided To Quit His 9-510:24 - What His Friends Think About His Business12:54 - How Izaiah Felt When He Got A $30k Check13:57 - What He’s Going To Do Now17:29 - How He Struggled To Get His First Deal18:55 - Visualizing Success For Yourself19:22 - Izaiah’s Socials & Parting Advice20:52 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Izaiah Reynosohttps://www.instagram.com/Izaiah.Reynoso/ Website: Izaiah Reynosohttps://www.facebook.com/izaiah.reynoso Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

In this 15-minute recap with David Richter, we break down what it really takes to make money without feeling broke. David shares practical tips for real estate investors on managing cash flow and setting up a profit-first system that ensures you keep more from every deal. If you’ve ever felt like your profits slip away too quickly, this episode will show you how to finally get control and keep the cash flowing. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction0:23 - Make Sure You’re Playing The Right Game1:35 - The Root Problem2:24 - Point #1: Find What You Need To Keep4:04 - Point #2: Create Your Wealth System (Bank Accounts You NEED)12:09 - Point #3: Add The Right Teammates13:35 - Circling Back To Point #114:29 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Richterhttps://www.instagram.com/thedavidrichter/ Website: David Richterhttps://www.simplecfo.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/