Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode, Christoffer Groves shares his journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the mortgage and real estate industry. He discusses his transition from residential to commercial lending, the challenges of managing a growing mortgage company, and the current trends in the real estate market. Christoffer emphasizes the importance of personal growth, surrounding oneself with the right people, and maintaining a mindset focused on success and improvement. Watch Full Interview: https://youtu.be/pcII0omBIHc Story Notes: Christoffer Groves runs Groves Capital Lending with his wife. He has pivoted from residential to commercial lending due to market changes.…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode Jeff Neumeister, a CPA and forensic accountant, discusses his background and the services offered by his accounting firm. They also touch on topics such as mergers and acquisitions, real estate investing, and the importance of continuous learning in building a successful business. They also discuss the potential impact of tax policies on investments and the benefits of opportunity zones. The conversation concludes with a discussion on spam calls and the use of AI in telemarketing. Watch Full Interview: https://youtu.be/0mpKUCK5C9o The firm offers a wide range of services including bookkeeping, payroll, tax planning, exit planning, business valuations,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode, Michael J. Masucci, a curator and artist, discusses the development and importance of digital art. He explains that digital art has been around for about 70 years but only gained popularity recently with the rise of NFTs. While NFTs brought attention to digital art, Masucci believes that the authentication aspect is not the main reason for its popularity. He also discusses the potential of blockchain technology in the art world and its role in preserving and trading digital artworks. The conversation also touches on the integration of art and science in various fields, including real estate.…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode, Monika Proffitt, a blockchain expert, investor, advisor, and author of Blockchain 101, discusses her journey into the world of blockchain and her early attempts at tokenizing real estate. She emphasizes the importance of timing in the success of a business and the need for financial inclusion in order to achieve cultural inclusion. Monika and the host, JZ, also discuss the potential of tokenized real estate and the role of institutional investors in driving the growth of the market. They explore the challenges and opportunities in the tokenization space and the need for better user interfaces and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this podcast episode, Melissa Shea, a real estate investor and developer, shares her journey from the travel industry to real estate after the 9/11 attacks. She started with single-family properties and then transitioned to buying and flipping pre-construction homes. When the mortgage collapse happened in 2007, she decided to buy apartment buildings to generate enough cash flow to cover her negative cash flow from single-family homes. Melissa’s determination to succeed comes from her experience of surviving an abusive relationship and wanting to empower others to achieve financial independence. She now teaches real estate investing and has a portfolio…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this podcast episode, Steve Masur, an attorney in the technology and entertainment space, shares his background and journey as an entrepreneur whisperer. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the business and goals of entrepreneurs to provide effective legal and entrepreneurial advice. He also discusses the challenges faced by early-stage entrepreneurs in affording legal services and offers a unique approach of triaging the necessary legal work based on the stage of the business. The conversation then shifts to the topics of blockchain, security tokens, and decentralized AI. Steve highlights the need for a better regulatory framework for digital assets…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this podcast episode, Mher Vartanian, a real estate broker, shares his background and journey in the industry. He started in investment banking but found his passion in investment sales. He transitioned to a smaller boutique shop in Philadelphia, where he focuses on providing a personalized and white-glove approach to his clients. Mher emphasizes the importance of building relationships and offering value-added services, such as advising on lease agreements and property operations. He also discusses the challenges of cold calling and the resilience required in the real estate business. Mher highlights the opportunities and advantages of the American real…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this podcast episode, Johnny Zhang interviews Deirdre McGlashan, the Chief Marketing Officer at BrandGuard, discusses the role of AI in brand governance and advertising. She explains how AI can automate checks to ensure that advertisements are on brand and consistent with guidelines. The conversation then shifts to the broader impact of AI on various industries, including real estate. McGlashan highlights the potential for AI to improve the real estate experience for consumers, from finding properties to financing and ownership. She also discusses the use of AI in urban planning and the potential for AI to help address housing…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Vernon Beckford, CEO of Diversified Lending Solutions, discusses his company’s role in helping small, emerging, and diverse real estate operators and developers access institutional capital. He highlights the challenges in the current real estate financing market, including the reluctance of banks to make new loans and the limited options for full leverage on bridge or stabilized projects. Beckford advises small developers to focus on underwriting their deals, identifying active lenders in the market, and incorporating creativity in the capital structure. He also discusses the impact of his upbringing on his desire to improve access to opportunity and promote economic…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this podcast episode, Johnny Zhang interviews Jake Breen, Managing Broker at Dijjit, L.C. A real estate professional, shares his background and experience in the industry. He discusses his journey from being a residential real estate agent to managing a successful franchise. He also talks about his involvement in various ventures, including a referral network and investment portfolio. The conversation then shifts to the topic of tokenization and its potential impact on the real estate industry. Jake shares his knowledge of blockchain technology and how it can be used to tokenize real estate assets, providing enhanced liquidity and investment…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify This is the second part of the podcast episode in which Johnny Zhang interviews real estate entrepreneur Matthew Teifke, Co-Owner of Teifke Real Estate. In this conversation, the hosts discuss tokenization and its potential in the real estate industry. They explore the experience of investing in tokenized properties and the benefits it offers, such as the ability to buy and sell fractional ownership and the potential for liquidity. They also touch on the regulatory aspects of tokenization and the importance of compliance. The conversation then shifts to the topic of RV parks as an investment opportunity, highlighting the affordability…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this podcast episode, Johnny Zhang interviews real estate entrepreneur Matthew Teifke, Co-Owner of Teifke Real Estate. They discuss Matthew’s background in real estate, his experience in brokerage and investments, and his insights on different real estate markets. They also touch on topics such as owner financing, data centers, and the use of tokenization in real estate. Matthew Teifke started in real estate at a young age and has built a successful career as a real estate entrepreneur. He focuses on acquiring and owning commercial cash-flowing assets, with a particular interest in RV parks. Matthew believes that Austin, Texas,…