

The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast
David Lecko, Ryan Haywood
Welcome to the DealMachine Podcast, where we help you get more out of your wholesaling business by showing you what’s working around the country.
We talk to real estate investors who are actively closing deals right now. You’ll hear how they generate leads, what their marketing costs look like, how they comp properties, and what their assignment fees actually are. Cold calling. Direct mail. SMS marketing. Dispositions. Hiring. Scaling.
We focus on what’s producing revenue in today’s market — and what isn’t.
If you’re already wholesaling, this will help you tighten your process, improve your margins, and make smarter decisions.
If you’re newer, this gives you visibility into what the business looks like once it’s working. You’ll understand the numbers, the systems, and the mistakes to avoid before you scale.
The goal is simple: more predictable deals and a stronger operation.
Subscribe and leave us a review!
Start a free trial of DealMachine: https://www.dealmachine.com/pod
We talk to real estate investors who are actively closing deals right now. You’ll hear how they generate leads, what their marketing costs look like, how they comp properties, and what their assignment fees actually are. Cold calling. Direct mail. SMS marketing. Dispositions. Hiring. Scaling.
We focus on what’s producing revenue in today’s market — and what isn’t.
If you’re already wholesaling, this will help you tighten your process, improve your margins, and make smarter decisions.
If you’re newer, this gives you visibility into what the business looks like once it’s working. You’ll understand the numbers, the systems, and the mistakes to avoid before you scale.
The goal is simple: more predictable deals and a stronger operation.
Subscribe and leave us a review!
Start a free trial of DealMachine: https://www.dealmachine.com/pod
Episodes
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Aug 7, 2023 • 45min
038: Meg Haywood: Building A $1 Million Real Estate Investing Company While Homeschooling
Are you yearning to break free from the monotonous 9-to-5 grind and take control of your financial future? Join us as Meg Haywood, the wife of our podcast co-host Ryan Haywood, shares their journey to quitting work and building a $1 Million Real Estate Investing business from her perspective. All while having a 3rd child and homeschooling their kids! Discover the art of finding discounted properties and connecting them with eager investors for profit, while gaining valuable insights into building a thriving business. Meg and Ryan's remarkable story of surpassing 400 deals will ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and inspire you to embark on your own path toward financial independence. Get ready to quit your job and embrace the exhilarating world of wholesaling real estate.David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan & Meg's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/

Aug 4, 2023 • 1h 21min
MC 005: House Flipping Expert Jerry Norton Calculates Repair Costs in 12 Seconds (And So Can You)
Thinking of quitting your 9-5? In this episode, we hear from expert house flipper Jerry Norton on how he finds run-down distressed homes and gets them under contract without actually buying it, then passes them off to an investor to make huge $40,000 profits. One of the key takeaways is how he quickly calculates repair costs on these homes, which will give you the confidence to do your first real estate wholesale deal yourself!David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Jerry's Social: @FlippingMasteryhttps://flippingmastery.com/

Aug 2, 2023 • 29min
037: NFL Player Winston Wright Earns $100,000 On His First Wholesale Deal
Are you tired of the daily grind and yearning for the freedom to pursue your own dreams? In this captivating episode, former NFL player Winston Wright shares his incredible journey of leaving behind the traditional job market to become a thriving real estate wholesaler. With limited experience, Winston achieved remarkable success with a groundbreaking $100,000 wholesaling deal that changed the course of his life. Wholesaling is a real estate strategy where someone finds discounted properties and connects sellers with buyers for a fee, without actually owning the property. It's a way to earn income in real estate without significant upfront costs or long-term ownership responsibilities. Tune in to learn how wholesaling can transform your life like it did Winston!David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Winston's Social: @winstonmwrighthttps://www.facebook.com/winmwright

Jul 31, 2023 • 50min
036: From Zero to $1.3 Million: How Paul Myers Transformed His Life Through Real Estate Wholesaling
Ready to leave the 9-to-5 grind behind and take control of your financial future? Join us in this episode as we sit down with Paul Myers, a self-made millionaire who achieved extraordinary success in real estate wholesaling. With minimal experience, Paul went from earning an average income to generating an impressive $1.3 million annually. Discover the secrets behind his incredible journey and learn how wholesaling, a strategic real estate investment technique, played a pivotal role in his rapid success. Gain valuable insights into why entrepreneurship can be a life-changing decision, as Paul shares his own motivations for leaving his job and pursuing a thriving business. If you're seeking inspiration to break free from the corporate world, this episode is your roadmap to financial independence. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered to follow in Paul's footsteps and unlock your own path to success.David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Paul's Social: @myershousebuyershttps://www.myershousebuyers.com/

Jul 28, 2023 • 1h 2min
MC 004: How To Make Lowball Offers On Real Estate Deals with Steve Trang
Are you wanting to quit your 9-5 job, and have been learning how wholesaling real estate is a proven business model to help you make big checks from ugly houses? If so, this episode will help you get comfortable talking to sellers and making offers on their house! David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Steve's Social: @steve.tranghttps://www.salesdisruptors.com/

Jul 26, 2023 • 47min
035: Ryan Dossey's $23K Salary to 74-Deal Real Estate Wholesaling Year
Are you trapped in a 9-5 job, underpaid, and dreaming of a better life? This episode will inspire you to make that dream a reality. Ryan Dossey, a former employee earning just $23K annually, threw caution to the wind and took a bold leap into real estate wholesaling. He turned his life around, earning a game-changing $12.5K on his very first deal - more than half his yearly salary. But Ryan didn't stop there. Within a year, he successfully closed 74 deals, skyrocketing his earnings and proving that the traditional employment grind isn't the way to financial success. Tune into this episode to hear Ryan's transformational journey and to gain insights into the steps, strategies, and mindset needed to carve your own path in the thrilling world of entrepreneurship. Escape the confines of your 9-5 and unleash your income potential with the power of real estate wholesaling.David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Ryan's Social: @ryancdosseyhttps://ccf.ryandossey.com/schedule-here

Jul 24, 2023 • 32min
034: Nick Haag's $35K First Deal Wholesaling Real Estate
Ever dreamt of breaking away from your 9 to 5 job to start your own business? Then this episode is for you. We dive into the world of real estate wholesaling with entrepreneur Nick Haag, who marked his entry into this venture with a staggering $35,000 first deal. For those unfamiliar, wholesaling is a real estate investment strategy where you find a seller who wants to sell quickly, secure a contract to buy their property, then sell that contract to an investor – all without ever owning the property yourself. From his beginnings in cold calling to the power of live events and mastering the hustle, Nick's journey will inspire anyone ready to launch their own enterprise. This episode is a crash course in the intricacies of the real estate market and a testament to the potential of entrepreneurship. Tune in and fuel your drive to create the life you truly want.David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Nick's Social: @nickhaag9https://www.facebook.com/nick.haag.79/

Jul 21, 2023 • 1h 8min
MC 003: Brent Daniels: Add 30 Deals to Your Real Estate Business in the Next 12 Months
The path to financial freedom starts with finding discounted properties! Join us for a Masterclass with Brent Daniels, who teaches you everything you need to know about wholesaling real estate, through a network of successful wholesalers, step-by-step education, and real-world examples.David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Brent's Social: @realbrentdanielshttps://www.talktopeople.com/

Jul 19, 2023 • 32min
033: Making $45,000 Just For Finding A Run-Down House
Join us for this thrilling episode of the DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast, where we delve into the inspiring journey of Aaron, who jumped from earning a regular salary to making a staggering $45,000 on a single deal - with zero prior investment. This episode is filled with valuable insights on starting from scratch, spotting the right opportunities, and managing risks effectively, making it a must-listen for anyone aiming to quit their day job and follow a similar path.David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Aaron's Social: @aaronjswarthttps://www.aaronswart.com/

Jul 17, 2023 • 34min
032: Millionaire Moves: Danny's $0 Down Journey to $1.4M in Wholesaling Fees Annually
In this energizing episode of the DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast, we welcome Danny Berovides, a dynamo in the field of real estate wholesaling. Danny, the man behind Dan Buys Houses, discusses his transition from a novice with no marketing background in 2018 to generating an astounding $1.4 million in wholesaling fees, using nothing but grit, determination, and a $0 down strategy. If you've ever dreamt of ditching your day job and making a fortune in real estate, Danny's thrilling journey will show you it's entirely possible. With the right attitude and effective use of resources, he managed to transform his life dramatically. It's time to get inspired and discover how you too can create a path towards life-changing income and personal freedom. Don't miss out on this episode!David's Social: @dleckohttps://www.dealmachine.com/podRyan's Social: @heritage_home_investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/Danny's Social: @dan.buys.houseshttps://danbuyshouses.teachable.com/


