20 Minute Investor

Aaron Ameen
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Mar 19, 2026 • 6min

Your Investment Goals Keep Stalling (And How to Fix It)

You’re ambitious.You want to build wealth.Maybe that means buying your first rental property, launching a business, or pursuing a bigger project.But here’s the reality most high-performing professionals face.Your calendar is already full.Between work, family, and everything else life demands, there’s never a clean block of time where you can just “focus on the big thing.”So most people stay stuck in planning mode.They read books.Listen to podcasts.Analyze deals.But the big projects never actually move forward.Today I’m going to show you the quarterly planning system I use to make meaningful progress on big projects without burning out or sacrificing the parts of life that matter most.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 33min

The Real Bottleneck Keeping You From Your First Real Estate Deal

You've read the books. You've watched the videos. You've run the numbers on deals you never made offers on. And you're still at zero properties.The bottleneck isn't knowledge - it's that you're not having enough high-trust conversations with the right people. In this episode, Dave (host of the Property Profits Real Estate podcast and 2,000+ episode veteran) breaks down how a simple, structured 20-minute conversation can open doors that years of studying never will. Including how one of his clients turned 260 conversations into 80 new investors on their roster.If you're a busy professional stuck in research mode wondering why you haven't made your first move yet — this one's for you.00:00 Intro04:09 Podcasting Reality Check05:50 Podcast Closing Breakthrough09:24 Monetize Without Huge Audience11:02 Host The Guest First14:13 Podcast Time And Team16:51 Set Goals And Strategy21:59 Attention And Speaking Skills23:40 Three Part Trust System26:51 Post Interview Soft Pitch30:29 Results And Reciprocity32:16 Wrap Up And Contact
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Mar 5, 2026 • 51min

The Real Story Behind 8 Rentals (Built 20 Minutes at a Time)

In this episode of the 20 Minute Investor Podcast, Aaron and Andrea share the real story behind building 8 rental properties across 3 states while working full-time and raising three kids.You’ll hear the mistakes we made early on, the systems that allowed us to invest in just 20 minutes a day, and the pivotal moments that changed our entire investing journey — including raising nearly $3M to build luxury assisted living homes.If you're a busy professional trying to build wealth without sacrificing your career or family life, this episode will show you what's possible.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 7min

How Smart Investors Use AI for Time Leverage

If you’re consuming podcasts, books, and market updates but still feel stuck in analysis paralysis, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through the exact system I use to filter signal from noise, use AI to refine my thinking, and turn captured ideas into decisive action - all in about 20 minutes a day.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 55min

20 Minutes a Day to Financial Freedom (with Coach Chad Carson )

8 rental properties across 3 states. 3 kids under 5. A full-time job. How? A 20-minute daily system built around constraints, not despite them. In this conversation with Coach Carson, I break down the exact weekly planning habit, floating time blocks, and offense/defense framework that made it possible.00:00 Introduction01:09 Balancing Family and Real Estate03:36 Goal Setting and Time Management06:51 The 20 Minute Investor System13:09 Deep Work and Energy Management15:58 Weekly Planning and Delegation22:19 Outsourcing and Automation25:49 Setting Yearly and Quarterly Goals27:39 Long-Term Planning and Prioritizing Non-Negotiables30:31 The Importance of Intentional Effort31:47 Breaking Down Overwhelming Goals32:46 Living Life One Day at a Time36:28 Practical Goal Setting in Real Estate44:58 Flexibility and Adaptation in Goal Setting50:01 Final Thoughts
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Jan 23, 2026 • 20min

The Lazy Way to Fund College With Real Estate

Nathan and I explore innovative personal finance strategies related to real estate investing. We discuss how rental properties can serve as a college fund, leveraging property appreciation and cash flow to fund education. Additionally, we discussed the concept of interest-only payments on primary residences, emphasizing the importance of minimizing monthly expenses to invest more in rental properties. The conversation highlights the simplicity of these strategies and the importance of personal choice in financial planning.
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Jan 16, 2026 • 18min

Is Single Family Real Estate Dead in 2026?

Is single family real estate investing really dead in 2026?In this episode, Nathan and I share our honest take on what’s actually happening in the market right now. We talk about why it’s harder (but not dead), how we’re adapting to higher interest rates, and the mindset shift that’s helping us keep moving forward—even when deals are tough to find.If you’re feeling discouraged or unsure about your next move, this 20-minute episode will help you reset and refocus.
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Jan 3, 2026 • 6min

The 20-Minute Investor: A New Approach to Real Estate

Discover how busy professionals can revolutionize their real estate investing in just 20 minutes a day. Hear about the host's journey in building an eight-property portfolio while balancing family life. Delve into the concept of the hybrid real estate professional and how merging roles can amplify your success. Learn about the 20-minute daily system that simplifies investing and find out about resources offered through a free community. Plus, get a sneak peek into upcoming episodes filled with actionable insights!
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Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 7min

2025 Recap: 3 Active Investors Share Milestones, Hard Lessons & Breakthroughs

In this collaborative episode, Aaron Ameen, Ana Bialek, and Nico Garcia reflect on their experiences in 2025, discussing their goals, challenges, and future plans in real estate. They share insights on property management, innovative housing solutions, and creative financing strategies, emphasizing the importance of community impact and building trust with investors.00:00 Intro01:31 Aaron's 2025 Real Estate Journey03:31 The Vision Behind Assisted Living Homes23:10 Ana's Real Estate Adventures and Lessons34:39 Introduction to Real Estate Investing35:09 The Reality of Passive Income35:52 Ana's First BRRRR Project in Southern Virginia37:27 Tenant Screening and Management Tips40:08 Setting Realistic Expectations for Out-of-State Investments49:07 Nico's Foreclosure and Bankruptcy Deal01:00:47 House Hacking and Future Goals01:05:26 Conclusion and Future Plans
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Dec 1, 2025 • 30min

Why He Chose Memory Care Over Multifamily or Self-Storage

In this episode, Aaron sits down with Pedro Luna, a former aerospace engineer who pivoted into real estate and ultimately found his calling in senior care. Pedro and his wife are currently developing two 16-bed assisted living and memory care homes in Oklahoma, focused on delivering dignified, high-quality care for seniors.He shares why he left aerospace, how he discovered the senior living niche, what drew him to purpose-driven work, and the real challenges behind building and operating small-format care homes. Pedro also breaks down his development model, regulatory lessons, and how he's raising capital to bring these homes to life.00:00 Intro00:49 From Aerospace to Real Estate05:12 Discovering the Senior Care Niche07:42 Building a Senior Care Business09:05 The 16-Bed Model: A Math Problem12:04 Navigating Regulations & Local Relationships15:55 Raising Capital and Investor Opportunities28:46 Closing Thoughts & Contact InfoFollow Pedro- https://www.facebook.com/pedrolunaokc

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