The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Bob, a former NHL player turned real estate investor, who made an impressive $3 million in just 9 months through wholesaling. Bob takes us through his journey from the hockey rink to the real estate world, sharing how he leveraged virtual assistants (VAs) for cold calling and lead generation to close over 130 deals in under a year. He breaks down his winning strategies, tips for building a VA team, and how he successfully transitioned from pro sports to a thriving real estate career. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction0:36 - Bob's Wholesale Real Estate Stats For This 2024 So Far2:19 - When Bob Did His First Deal & What Motivated Him4:31 - How Much He Made On His First Rehab Deal & Switching Exit Strategies6:23 - How He Started Wholesaling & Door Knocking In The Early Days7:20 - Why He Stuck With Wholesaling For 18 Years  8:07 - His Current Marketing Strategies & Using DealMachine 9:38 - How Many Deals Bob Usually Does Per Month10:10 - Bob's Tips For Newbies Looking For Their First Deal11:25 - Advice On Scaling & Building Your Team13:25 - Training Virtual Assistants15:07 - The Best Deal He Ever Did & Out Of State Investing16:32 - When A Newer Investor Should Start Hiring VA's17:16 - How To Get In Touch With Bob's Team18:38 - Final Thoughts From Bob LINKS:Instagram: Bob Lachancehttps://www.instagram.com/revaglobalva/ Website: Reva Globalhttps://www.revaglobal.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/

Franklin shares his journey in real estate, starting with his first deal in 2008 and evolving into a strategy that relies heavily on consistent and persistent marketing. He emphasizes the importance of "marketing religiously," which means sending out marketing continuously, even when results aren’t immediate. Franklin discusses his preference for direct mail over other methods like cold calling, and he explains why consistency and patience are key to his long-term success in real estate. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction1:33 - Franklin’s First Property He Bought2:09 - What Made Him Decide to Start In Real Estate3:17 - Why He Transitioned to Off-Market Deals4:35 - His Main Marketing Method5:24 - Why Franklin Says Marketing Is Like A Religion8:29 - Why He Chose Direct Mail For Marketing9:27 - A Home Run Deal He Did Last Year11:41 - Closing Thoughts & How To Get In Touch With Franklin LINKS:Instagram: Franklin Rominehttps://www.instagram.com/franklinromine/ Website: Romine Grouphttps://www.rominegroupre.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, we dive into the world of unconventional real estate investing with Pam Fisher, who turned a seemingly ordinary manufactured home—affectionately called a "wobbly box"—into a profitable deal. Pam shares her journey, challenges, and ultimate success in a niche market many overlook.  KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction1:03 - How Much Pam Made On Her First Deal2:41 - What Motivated Her to Go Looking for Manufactured Homes5:26 - Pam’s Strategy with DealMachine8:48 - Her Current Strategies With Her Deals11:08 - Pam’s Advice for New Investors14:50 - Where Pam Wants To Take Her Business Next16:04 - Where To Find Pam On Social Media17:10 - Outro LINKS:Facebook: Pam Fisherhttps://www.facebook.com/pam.fisher.16 Website: Fisher Propertieshttps://www.fprmhp.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 15 minute recap, we dive deep with Kevin Dairaghi into the strategies and techniques you can use to fine-tune your mindset for lasting success. We'll explore how small shifts in your thought process can lead to major breakthroughs, both personally and professionally. Our discussion highlights the importance of overcoming mental barriers, embracing a growth-oriented perspective, and staying consistent with your goals. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - The Most Important Real Estate Is Between Your Ears1:00 - Conquering Your Fears3:21 - The Personal Drives The Professional4:03 - Your Relationship With Your “Self”5:50 - Your Relationship With Others7:59 - Your Relationship With Things11:59 - Phase One Of Coming Up With Your Strategy: Snapshot Exercise13:32 - Phase 2: Dream14:56 - Building Your Roadmap LINKS:Instagram: Kevin Dairaghihttps://www.instagram.com/kevindairaghi/ Website: Kevin Dairaghihttps://www.kevindairaghi.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, we dive into the right way to scale your wholesaling business without losing control or sacrificing profitability. David and Ryan discuss key insights on when to hire your first team member, how to delegate tasks like transaction coordination, and what to focus on as you grow. Special guest Aaron Swart shares his journey from wholesaling to building new homes, revealing the strategies he used to scale his business effectively. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your operation to the next level, this episode provides actionable steps to help you scale the right way. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction2:12 - Ryan’s Advice On Building A Team3:19 - What A Transaction Coordinator Does5:28 - What To Do After Getting A TC7:46 - How Ryan Pays His TC & How He Found Them10:19 - Where Should Aaron Find A TC?12:51 - Point 1: Keep Following Up14:38 - How He Got Funding For His Current Construction Projects15:48 - Aaron’s Second Construction Project17:56 - Point 2: Getting Creative20:13 - Point 3: Plan But Stay Flexible22:32 - Where He Wants To Take His Business This Year23:59 - Closing Thoughts & Where To Find Aaron LINKS:Instagram: Aaron Swarthttps://www.instagram.com/aaronjswart Website: Aaron Swarthttps://www.aaronswart.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/

Max Vollmer shares his journey from starting with no experience, connections, or money to building a successful real estate development business. He started by wholesaling vacant land and quickly made $25,000 on his first deal. Over time, he transitioned into fix and flips and eventually focused on new construction. He now has $147 million worth of homes under construction and has built a team of 25 employees. Max emphasizes the importance of finding the right location and being specific in what you buy. He also discusses the challenges and rewards of transitioning from wholesaling to development.  KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction1:15 - Making $25,000 On His First Wholesale Deal4:46 - Juggling School While Starting In Wholesaling 6:25 - How He Found His First Deal & How He Marketed It7:31 - Why He Stopped Wholesaling10:28 - Switching Over to Building New Construction & His Strategy14:24 - Is New Construction More Involved Than Flipping?18:16 - How Long It Took Him To Get Here & Cash Conversion Cycle23:17 - What A Day In The Life Looks Like For Max24:59 - How to Find Max On Socials25:17 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Max Vollmerhttps://www.instagram.com/max_vollmer Website: Vollmer Coachinghttps://www.vollmercoaching.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/

Travis shares his experience of making $70,000 on his first wholesale deal and how he got started in wholesaling. He stumbled upon a unique property—a converted car wash with storage units—and reached out to a mentor for guidance. With little experience in analyzing commercial properties, Travis took a leap of faith and made an offer. The deal included the house and storage units, which he wholesaled for $400,000. Travis discusses his transition from the healthcare industry to real estate and the challenges he faced. He emphasizes the importance of taking risks and betting on oneself.  KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction1:02 - Travis’ First Wholesale Deal4:21 - Transitioning From Managing Hospitals to Real Estate5:28 - Working With The Sellers On His First Deal7:20 - How He Comped A Former Carwash Turned Storage Facility8:14 - Utilizing His First Wholesale Check9:18 - How He Met His Partner For That Deal10:00 - Using A Business Credit Card11:26 - Leaving The Safety Of A 9-515:47 - His Average Assignment Fee16:39 - How He Sells His Deals Now18:56 - How He Built His Team20:13 - Where He Wants To Take His Business LINKS:Instagram: Travis Copelandhttps://www.instagram.com/trav_cope Website: Flavortown Propertieshttps://www.flavortownproperties.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 15 minute recap, Josh Wiesler, a real estate coach and investor, shares how personal transformation and tackling blind spots are crucial for real estate success. He breaks down the three types of analysis paralysis and explains why shifting your mindset is key to scaling your business. Whether you're aiming for your first deal or ready to level up, Josh offers practical insights to help you overcome obstacles and grow with confidence. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction1:17 - Josh's Background in Real Estate & Starting A Coaching Company2:46 - The Three Biggest Sources of Personal Development3:10 - Focusing On Personal Transformation To Level Up6:52 - Figuring Out Where Your Blind Spots Are8:38 - Using Satellites As An Analogy For Your Blind Spots9:32 - Breaking Down The First Stage of Analysis Paralysis10:14 - The Second Stage of Analysis Paralysis11:14 - The Third Stage of Analysis Paralysis13:19 - Closing Thoughts14:05 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Josh Wieslerhttps://www.instagram.com/joshwiesler Other Socials: Josh Wieslerhttps://linktr.ee/emergingexecutive 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/

Wyatt Reed shares his experience with wholesaling real estate and how he made $1,900 on his first wholesale deal. He explains how he found the deal through a coworker and the challenges of dealing with a hoarder house. Wyatt also discusses his transition from wholesaling to buying and holding properties, as well as his foray into seller financing. He emphasizes the importance of taking action and finding leads in order to be successful in real estate investing. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction1:31 - Breaking Down Wyatt’s First Wholesale Deal6:45 - How Wyatt Spent His First Assignment Fee7:48 - What Wyatt Did Next9:00 - How He Explains Wholesaling to Sellers10:04 - Dealing With Sellers That Are Put Off By Wholesaling11:16 - How Many Wholesale Deals Wyatt Has Done & His Perspective On It14:44 - What Wyatt Was Doing Before Real Estate15:29 - What His Life Is Like As An Investor16:14 - His Advice for People Looking to Get Their First Deal17:23 - Where to Find Wyatt & Defining Seller Finance19:17 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Wyatt Reedhttps://www.instagram.com/wyatt_c_reed/ Website: Wyatt Reedhttps://ascendyoursuccess.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/  

A guy on Instagram documented his journey in wholesaling real estate for 85 days. He faced challenges in finding deals and making connections. The hosts, David and Ryan, provided feedback and suggestions for improvement. They discussed the importance of driving for dollars to find distressed properties, the need for a targeted lead list, and the value of in-person appointments. They also finished the episode with a 9 day plan you can follow to get your first deal.  KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Introduction1:07 - Breaking Down Day 855:46 - Tim’s Day 1 & Day 2 Videos8:27 - Tim’s Day 3 Video10:31 - Analyzing A Few More of Tim’s Videos14:26 - David & Ryan’s Thoughts on Tim’s Process So Far15:26 - The First 9 Days of Your Wholesaling Journey16:34 - Outro LINKSCheck Out Tim's Journey on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/TimmyTriumphs 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/