Real Estate Investing School Podcast

273. Wholesaling, Whole-tailing, and Winning

In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, host Joe Jensen interviews Jeremy Beland—a real estate investor, coach, and family man who didn’t start his investing journey until age 40. After selling his townhouse and moving into a tiny apartment, Jeremy used the equity to join a wholesaling mentorship program. That leap of faith launched a successful off-market acquisitions business where he now runs deals across wholesaling, flipping, BRRRR, novations, and whole-tailing. Jeremy shares how surviving the joining the Air Force, and hitting rock bottom helped shape his mindset and mission. He dives into his favorite exit strategies, how he uses private money to fund deals, and why learning sales and acquisition skills is more important than any marketing trick. Whether you're new or scaling up, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable insights to help you build lasting wealth through real estate. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody’s Instagram Joe’s Instagram  

272. Growing Through Diversification in Real Estate

In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, host Joe Jensen welcomes Pascal Wagner, a seasoned investor with a diverse portfolio and a passion for passive income. Pascal shares his journey from managing his parents’ estate to building a portfolio of 12 properties in Atlanta, Georgia, where he now manages over 104 tenants. His experience in venture capital, where he deployed over $150 million, gave him the foundation to shift toward more personal investments, resulting in an impressive $265,000 annual passive income. Pascal and Joe discuss the nuances of passive investing and what it truly means to manage a diversified portfolio. Throughout the conversation, Pascal dives into how he started in real estate, beginning with house hacking with a friend and progressing to managing co-living spaces. He shares valuable insights on balancing active and passive strategies, emphasizing the importance of diversification across different asset classes like multifamily, self-storage, and even oil and gas. Pascal also explains his shift from hands-on management to hiring teams to free up his time, allowing him to focus on long-term wealth strategies that reduce risk. The episode is packed with actionable advice for real estate investors at all stages. From understanding the complexities of property management to knowing when and how to diversify, Pascal offers lessons learned from both successes and failures. Ready to take your real estate investing game to the next level? Book a free one-on-one strategy call with one of our experienced coaches and see how we can help you grow your portfolio, no matter your experience level! Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody’s Instagram Joe’s Instagram Grow Your Cashflow io

271. How to Screen Tenants Like a Pro with Mark Ainley

In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School podcast, host Joe Jensen welcomes seasoned Chicago investor Mark Ainley, founding partner of GC Realty & Development and co-host of the Straight Up Chicago Investor podcast. With over two decades of hands-on experience, Mark has renovated more than 500 properties, leased over 4,000 units, and managed more than 7,000 doors across residential, commercial, and industrial markets. He shares his accidental yet eye-opening entry into real estate via a house hack, his early struggles with tenant screening, and how those challenges led to the creation of a data-driven tenant scoring matrix used by his property management company today. The conversation dives deep into tenant screening best practices, the nuances of fair housing regulations, and why Mark prefers to invest in A and B class neighborhoods despite the temptation of seemingly high returns in lower-tier markets. He also discusses the shifting legal landscape for landlords, the importance of time management in real estate, and his growing interest in industrial properties due to their scarcity and demand in cities like Chicago. Mark’s candid insights make this a must-listen episode for both new and seasoned investors looking to scale strategically, avoid common pitfalls, and build long-term wealth through smarter property management and vertical integration. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody’s Instagram Joe’s Instagram Mark's Instagram  

270. From Musician to Millionaire Investor with Dani Lynn Robinson

In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, host Joe Jensen sits down with powerhouse investor and serial entrepreneur Dani Lynn Robinson, a woman behind over 2,000 real estate investment deals and $50 million in assets under management. From cruise ship musician to leading multiple companies and managing teams across the globe, Dani shares her incredible evolution in real estate—starting in 2008 with no network and scaling into nationwide sub-to wraps, wholesaling, fix-and-flips, and eventually large-scale syndications. She breaks down the structure of JV deals, the legal complexities of seller financing, and the philosophy that led her to build a vertically integrated real estate empire. Beyond the strategies, Dani opens up about the why behind her journey—her pursuit of peace, freedom, and joy. Together, she and Joe dive deep into the emotional and philosophical side of entrepreneurship: what it means to truly “trust the knowing,” how to align your business with your life season, and why chasing wealth doesn’t mean chasing stress. Whether you're an active investor, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just someone figuring out how to build a life by design, this episode delivers both tactical insights and timeless wisdom from someone who's been through it all—and came out thriving. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody’s Instagram Joe’s Instagram Chatwithfreedom.com Dani's YouTube  

269. Investing Ethically for Long-Term Wealth with Chris Prefontaine

In this episode of the Real Estate Investing School Podcast, host Joe Jensen sits down with Chris Prefontaine, founder of the Wicked Smart community, four-time bestselling author, and veteran of over 1,000 real estate deals. Chris unpacks his unique approach to creative financing through lease purchase, owner financing, and subject-to strategies. He shares how these no-personal-loan, low-money-down methods generate not just one, but three profitable paydays per deal, and why his team emphasizes high buyer success rates and doing business with integrity. Chris opens up about the setbacks that shaped his career—ranging from 9/11 and the 2008 crash to personal hardship—and how those moments influenced his ethical, long-term view on wealth building through real estate. You'll learn how he trains students in over 80 markets by partnering on real deals and creating lasting cash flow. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned investor, this conversation offers both tactical insights and philosophical clarity about building resilient, values-based businesses in today’s market. Book a free real estate investing strategy call! No experience necessary. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody’s Instagram Joe’s Instagram Chris's Instagram Get Your Free Book Here Watch Chris's Masterclass