The Dream Huge Podcast

Engelo Rumora - AUSTRALIAN PRO SOCCER TO OHIO REAL ESTATE CASH FLOW

In this episode of the Dream Huge Podcast, hosts Pete Peterson and John Pavlansky interview Engelo Rumora, a successful real estate investor and founder of Ohio Cash Flow. Engelo shares his journey of moving to the US and starting his real estate business, highlighting the opportunities and advantages of investing in the American market. He discusses the concept of turnkey properties and how his company helps investors find and purchase fully renovated and tenanted properties. Angelo also emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between work and personal life, and the value of focusing on meaningful relationships. He shares his insights on property management and the tenant customer experience, and the benefits of working with remote workers. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights into real estate investing and building a successful business.
Takeaways
The US offers unique opportunities for real estate investors, with the ability to create something from nothing and the freedom to pursue success.
Turnkey properties provide investors with fully renovated and tenanted properties, offering passive income and the opportunity to build a portfolio.
Building a successful business requires finding a balance between work and personal life, and focusing on meaningful relationships.
Property management is a crucial aspect of real estate investing, and providing a positive tenant customer experience is key to success.
Working with remote workers can streamline operations and improve efficiency in property management.
 
 

Abraham Gray - Strategies for Finding Off-Market Deals

Abraham Gray, founder of 100+ businesses and a real estate investor, shares his journey and insights in this podcast episode. He started his first business at 15 and got into real estate at 22, eventually accumulating around 250 rentals and doing hundreds of fix and flips each year. He also does a lot of lending for real estate deals. Abraham emphasizes the importance of finding something you can be really good at and make a lot of money from. He shares his strategies for finding off-market businesses and real estate deals, as well as the key factors he looks for when buying a business. Abraham's advice includes the importance of networking, being positive, and learning from other people's experiences. Abraham Gray shares his best resources for learning and growing, including connecting with experienced individuals and investing in mentorships and conferences. He reveals that he has never read a book in his life, preferring to learn from others and ask for summaries. Gray discusses his love for martial arts and self-care activities like massages and cryotherapy. He also shares his favorite movies, celebrity crushes, and fears. Gray's greatest accomplishment is building a jewelry business that made over $100 million in profit.
Takeaways
Start early and diversify your investments to achieve financial freedom
Find something you can be really good at and make a lot of money from
Networking and building connections are crucial for success
Learn from other people's experiences and seek guidance from experts
Focus on buying profitable businesses with systems and employees in place
Be positive and attract the right kind of people to help you succeed Connect with experienced individuals and invest in mentorships and conferences to accelerate learning and growth.
Learning from others and asking for summaries can be an effective alternative to reading books.
Engaging in activities like martial arts and self-care can contribute to a balanced and fulfilling life.
Favorite movies and celebrity crushes can provide insight into personal preferences and interests.
Fear of significant injury or health issues can impact one's quality of life.
Building a successful business that generates significant profit is a notable accomplishment.
 

Brian Humphrey - Weekend Warrior Turned Real Estate Investor

Brian Humphrey, a full-time real estate investor, shares his journey and experiences in the real estate industry. He started with a fixer-upper property that he inherited and eventually sold it for a profit. Brian talks about how he transitioned from working a regular job to becoming a full-time investor. He emphasizes the importance of eliminating debt and using private money to scale his business. Brian also discusses the challenges of delegating tasks and building a team. He shares his biggest failure, which was a flip that resulted in a loss, and the lessons he learned from it. Brian Humphrey shares insights on analyzing real estate deals and the importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals. He emphasizes the need to consider factors beyond the purchase price and rehab costs, such as interest, resale, contingencies, and expenses like contractors and real estate agents. Brian also discusses the lessons he learned from a deal that went wrong, including the importance of having a dining room and addressing water issues in the basement. He highlights the value of networking and mentorship in his journey as a real estate investor.
Takeaways
Start with a fixer-upper property and build equity
Transition from a regular job to full-time real estate investing
Eliminate debt to have more financial freedom
Use private money to scale your business
Delegate tasks and build a team to grow your business
Analyze deals carefully and don't overpay
Learn from failures and adjust your strategies Analyzing a real estate deal involves considering factors beyond the purchase price and rehab costs, such as interest, resale value, and contingencies.
Addressing issues like the absence of a dining room and water in the basement can significantly impact the success of a real estate investment.
Surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals and building a strong network is crucial for success in any field.
Mentorship plays a vital role in providing guidance and motivation in the journey of becoming a real estate investor.
 

Alex Coffman - Heroin Addict to Huge Deals - Teifke Real Estate

In this episode of the Dream Huge podcast, Pete Peterson and JP interview's Alex Coffman, a successful real estate investor and co-owner of Teifke Real Estate. Alex shares his journey from being a heroin addict to becoming a multi-millionaire real estate investor. He emphasizes the importance of not just being a real estate agent, but also investing in real estate to build wealth. Alex and his partner, Matthew Teifke, focus on buying larger assets and are building their investor base to fund these deals. They also offer educational resources and events to help others learn about real estate investing. The conversation revolves around the importance of building relationships in real estate investing and thinking big. Alex emphasize the need to constantly think bigger and push the team to achieve greater goals. They discuss the power of networking and staying in touch with investors. The conversation also touches on the fear of lack of control and the importance of being in control of one's life. Alex also shares his favorite books and resources that have inspired his success.
Takeaways
Real estate agents should not just focus on representing buyers and sellers, but also invest in real estate to build wealth.
Building an investor base is crucial for buying larger assets and expanding real estate investments.
Educational resources and events can help others learn about real estate investing and attract potential investors.
Alex Coffman journey from being a heroin addict to becoming a successful real estate investor is inspiring and shows that anyone can achieve success with determination and the right mindset. Building relationships is crucial in real estate investing
Constantly think bigger and push the team to achieve greater goals
Networking and staying in touch with investors is important
Fear of lack of control can drive one's actions
Favorite books and resources can inspire success
 
 

Parker Pursell - Pushing Your Limits: Lessons from Training for an Ironman

In this episode of the Dream Huge podcast, the hosts interview Parker Pursell, an expert in self-directed retirement accounts. They discuss the importance of taking control of your finances and investing in assets that make sense for you. Parker explains how self-directed retirement accounts work and the benefits they offer, such as the ability to invest in real estate and other alternative assets. He also shares his journey as an Ironman athlete and the lessons he learned from pushing himself physically and mentally. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of financial empowerment and pursuing your dreams.
Takeaways
Self-directed retirement accounts provide individuals with the ability to invest in assets that make sense for them, such as real estate and alternative assets.
Taking control of your finances and investing in assets that align with your goals can lead to financial empowerment and freedom.
Pushing yourself physically and mentally, like training for an Ironman, can teach you valuable lessons about perseverance and the importance of saying 'yes' to challenges.
Financial success should be used as a tool to bless others and make a positive impact in the world.
 

The Dream Huge Podcast 100th Episode!! Celebrating Milestones, Top Moments, and Behind-the-Scenes Fun

Thank you everyone for tuning in!! You make the show awesome!! 100!!
The 100th episode of the Dream Huge podcast celebrates the milestone with a recap of favorite moments and guests. The hosts reflect on the impact of the podcast, share insights from top guests, and engage in a guessing game about the most viewed episodes on YouTube. The 100th episode of the Dream Huge Podcast features a lively discussion among the hosts, Pete Peterson, Mark Gray, Justin Bigelow, and John Pavlansky. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the most viewed YouTube guests, common themes from the podcast, personal updates from the hosts, and reflections on the podcast's journey.
Take Aways!!
Celebrating milestones is an opportunity to reflect on achievements and express gratitude.
Engaging with a diverse range of guests brings valuable insights and learning experiences.
Consistency and quality content contribute to the success of a podcast.
Engaging in interactive games and discussions adds an element of fun and engagement for the audience. The three rules of success: work hard, never give up, and dream huge are recurring themes in the podcast.
The hosts have experienced personal growth and success in real estate investing, with each sharing their individual updates and achievements.
The podcast has reached its 100th episode, defying the odds and demonstrating the hosts' commitment to consistency and quality content.
The guests on the podcast have shared inspiring stories of perseverance, faith, and family, highlighting the importance of these values in achieving success.
 

Brock Holliman - Modern Homes and Smart Investments

Brock Holliman, a Florida real estate investor, shares his journey and the three companies he runs: Holloman Capital Group (investment company), Brock Homes (construction company), and My New Rental (property management company). He emphasizes the importance of being prepared for curveballs in entrepreneurship and the need to keep pushing until something breaks through. Brock discusses his strategy of building new construction homes for rentals and sales to investors, focusing on modern and durable designs. He also highlights the tax benefits and the potential for appreciation in real estate investing
Takeaways
Be prepared for curveballs in entrepreneurship and keep pushing until something breaks through.
Building new construction homes for rentals and sales to investors can be a successful strategy.
Consider the tax benefits and potential for appreciation in real estate investing.
Focus on modern and durable designs to attract tenants and maintain low maintenance costs.
 
 

Mike Bender - Capturing Moments and Building Futures

In this episode of the Dream Huge podcast, Pete Peterson and his co-hosts interview Mike Bender, an entrepreneur and owner of Moby Booth, a photo booth company. Mike shares his journey from being an art major to working in a factory to becoming an entrepreneur. He explains how he got into the photo booth rental business and eventually transitioned to manufacturing and selling photo booths. Mike also discusses the importance of data capture and marketing in the photo booth industry. The conversation then shifts to Mike's experience building a new house and the challenges and lessons learned throughout the process. Building a house is like an entrepreneurial journey with peaks and valleys. Research the builder's front office and vendors. Consider working with a smaller, local builder for better customer service. Pay attention to details when walking floor models. Delegate decisions between partners to avoid conflicts. Visit the construction site regularly during the framing stage. Clarify what is included in the price and be prepared for change orders. Be aware of unexpected costs like stone countertops. Surround yourself with peers and mentors. Dream bigger and break down self-imposed limitations. Learn from failures and listen to the market. Utilize resources like Google, YouTube, and peers. Family and helping others are the greatest accomplishments.
Takeaways
Entrepreneurship can come from unexpected places and experiences.
Photo booths are not just for fun, they can be powerful marketing tools that capture customer data.
Building a house is a complex process that requires careful planning and attention to detail.
Multiple streams of revenue are important for business sustainability.
Providing excellent service and helping people should be the focus of any business. Building a house is similar to an entrepreneurial journey with its ups and downs.
Research the builder's front office and vendors to avoid potential issues.
Consider working with a smaller, local builder for better customer service.
Pay attention to details when walking floor models to assess craftsmanship and quality.
Delegate decision-making between partners to avoid conflicts.
Visit the construction site regularly during the framing stage to catch any issues.
Clarify what is included in the price and be prepared for change orders.
Be aware of unexpected costs, such as stone countertops.
Surround yourself with peers and mentors for support and guidance.
Dream bigger and break down self-imposed limitations.
Learn from failures and listen to the market to adapt and improve.
Utilize resources like Google, YouTube, and peers for knowledge and advice.
Family and helping others are the greatest accomplishments.