

The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
Markian Sich
The military taught us discipline, leadership, and resilience—but it never taught us how to build wealth or create true financial freedom. That’s where we come in.I’m Markian Sich, a United States Marine turned real estate investor, and I know firsthand how tough it can be to figure out what’s next after service. That’s why I started The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast—to bring you real stories, real strategies, and real success from military investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who’ve been where you are.We talk about leveraging your VA Loan, Military House Hacking, and proven investing strategies to help you build passive income, transition with confidence, and take control of your financial future.You’ve fought hard to defend the American Dream—now let’s make sure you own a piece of it. Subscribe now and start your journey to financial freedom!
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Dec 5, 2022 • 40min
Storing Up Profits with Paul Moore│Ep 273
In this week’s episode, we will be taking a look at storing up profits with founder and managing partner of Wellings Capital, Paul Moore. Tune in to find out more!"One thing that we've been surprised about with self-storage is that it's recession resistant but it's actually strengthened during boom times."-Paul MooreHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Why Paul ended up moving in the self-storage direction?The risks of investing in self-storageRedeveloping old buildings to self-storage: is it an opportunity?Major differences that makes self-storage an attractive assetHow getting a deal with U-Haul works for self-storage ownersHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksThe ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary ResultsStoring Up Profits: Capitalize on America's Obsession with STUFF by Investing in Self-StorageThe Investor's Guide to Growing Wealth in Self-Storage: The Step-By-Step Playbook for Turning a Real Estate Asset into a Thriving Self-Storage BusinessConnect with Paul Moore:LinkedInWebsiteEmail: paul@wellingscapital.comPhone: (800) 844-2188Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSupport the show

Nov 28, 2022 • 46min
Backstage Real Estate with Matt Picheny│Ep 272
In this week’s episode, Kevin chats with Matt Picheny. A Tony award winner, Real Estate Investor, and author of the #1 best-selling book entitled “Backstage Guide to Real Estate”. Matt will be discussing about his first Real Estate investment purchase, how he got his Tony Award, and using networking in finding other partners to be GPs with. Tune in to find out more!"It's really about trying to establish a few quality connections with people."-Matt PichenyHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:A short background of Matt Picheny Matt’s first Real Estate investment purchaseHow Matt got his Tony AwardThe business of BroadwayNetworking: finding other partners to be GPs withHonorable Mentions & Useful Links:Picheny: Your Backstage Guide to Passive InvestingConnect with Matt Picheny:LinkedInWebsiteEmail: matt@picheny.comPhone: (646) 522-1369Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Please Subscribe, Rate, & Review on Apple PodcastsThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of the Active Duty Passive Income Podcast! If the information shared in these weekly interviews has inspired you to pursue your dreams of financial independence, please do me a personal favor and head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to our show, and leave us a 5-star review.Support the show

Nov 21, 2022 • 28min
ATOM Member Spotlight with Merrie Sofet│Ep 271
In this week’s episode, Kevin chats with another very special guest. Merrie Sofet, who was a Naval Flight Officer in the navy and leveled up her Real Estate Investing game by joining Operation ATOM, the Action Takers Only Mastermind. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode!"You can accomplish anything! You just gotta keep going and ask for help. That's what ADPI is all about!"-Merrie SofetHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:A short background of Merrie Sofet How Merrie Sofet got into Real EstateAt what point did she find ADPI in her Real Estate Investing journeyHer experience with MREIA and ATOMMerrie’s progress in the Real Estate Investing game while joining ATOMHonorable Mentions & Useful Links:ADPIConnect with Merrie Sofet:LinkedInWebsiteEmail: merrie@jetgalproperty.comReady to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Please Subscribe, Rate, & Review on Apple PodcastsThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of the Active Duty Passive Income Podcast! If the information shared in these weekly interviews has inspired you to pursue your dreams of financial independence, please do me a personal favor and head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to our show, and leave us a 5-star review.Support the show

Nov 14, 2022 • 38min
Real Estate Cafe with Geoffrey Whiteside│Ep 270
In this week’s episode, we will be taking a look at Real Estate Cafe with today’s guest, Geoffrey Whiteside, a United States Naval Academy graduate who served in the United States Navy for 11 years and a café owner. Tune in to find out more!"Definitely do the research, be able to speak the language, and then seek the mentor and make the connections."-Geoffrey WhitesideHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:How he’s been able to become financially free in very short order with Real EstateGeoffrey’s experience in Real Estate and how his first deal wentGeoffrey’s decision to get a Real Estate licenseWhy the percentage of agents who owns investment Real Estate is tiny Where is Geoffrey now in his investing career? Honorable Mentions & Useful Links:Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating TeamworkConnect with Geoffrey Whiteside:InstagramEmail: gwhiteside@kw.comPhone: (614) 804-2899Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Support the show

Nov 7, 2022 • 42min
ADPI_269: Capital Raising Fundamentals with Dave Dubeau
In this week’s episode, we will be taking a look at the Fundamentals of Capital Raising with today’s guest, Dave Dubeau, a Real Estate entrepreneur, author, and podcast host of “The How to Raise Capital 101 Show”. Tune in to find out more!"You want to, whenever possible, attract people to you instead of chasing after them."-Dave DubeauHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Do your first deal under your own financial steam Investing with the family: what’s it like and the right way to do it How to become from a newbie investor to a capital raiser Showing what the worth of an investor and their net worth over time A little exercise before the bonus roundHonorable Mentions & Useful Links:Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating TeamworkConnect with Dave Dubeau:LinkedInWebsiteEmail: dave@davedubeau.comPhone: +1 250 574 0606Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Support the show

Oct 24, 2022 • 44min
ADPI_268: Teamworking in Real Estate With Brad Seidel
In this week’s episode, we will be taking a look at Teamworking in Real Estate with today’s guest, Brad Seidel, who is part of the MTN team, a former US Navy pilot, and owns and operates an ADU company called “TinyHomeGenuises” with his wife Jill. Tune in to learn more!"Once goals get too far out, you gotta understand that that win is gonna feel pretty damn good."-Brad SeidelHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:The need for an internal team as you grow into the larger commercial Multifamily Getting that foundation: how to figure out what you can bring to the tableWho will you be teaming up withTiny Home Geniuses: what it is, how they got into it, and the benefitsPutting yourself in the position to winHonorable Mentions & Useful Links:The Magic of Thinking BigConnect with Brad Seidel:LinkedInWebsiteEmail: bseidel@mtninvestmentgroup.comPhone: (419) 297-0069Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Please Subscribe, Rate, & Review on Apple PodcastsSupport the show

Oct 17, 2022 • 30min
ADPI_267: Kevin's STR Experience
In this week’s episode, we will be taking a look at Kevin’s STR journey and his experiences on it, from where it all started to what made him get into the arbitrage business. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!"It's all about learning, it's all about networking, and it's all about taking action."-Kevin BrennerHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Taking a look back on how it all startedIt is so critical and important to set up criteriaAverage booking rates: off-season and on-seasonThe arbitrage business model and what made Kevin get into itMilitary Short-Term Rental AcademyHonorable Mentions & Useful Links:ADPICON main pageADPICON ticket linkMilitary Short-Term Rental Academy waitlistConnect with Kevin Brenner:LinkedInFacebookWebsiteInstagramEmail: kevin@activedutypassiveincome.comPhone: (847) 910-9161Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Support the show

Oct 3, 2022 • 52min
ADPI_265: Hiring a General Contractor with Mike Christensen
In this week’s episode, Kevin talks with Military Veteran who is also a General Contractor and an investor, Mike Christensen. Mike will be discussing about his background, how General Contracting works, hiring a general contractor, and more! Want to learn more about hiring a General Contractor? Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode!"If you're bringing that person in to be a person of knowledge and to provide you with information that ultimately is gonna help you make a good decision on this deal that you're trying to put together, respect that person's time."-Mike ChristensenHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:From Army Veteran to Contracting and Real EstateHow Mike started off as a General Contractor and his experiencesGeneral Contracting: How does it work?Finding a General Contractor and making sure they're legitMike's Retirement from the Military: What is he doing now?Honorable Mentions & Useful Links:Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating TeamworkConnect with Mike Christensen:Email: mike@peakonebuilders.comPhone: (602) 206-6957Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Support the show

Sep 26, 2022 • 53min
ADPI_264: Asset Protection 101 with NCH's Adam Kintigh
In this week’s episode, Kevin chats with Adam Kintigh, an Executive Corporate Analyst currently serving for NCH. Adam will be discussing LLCs (Limited Liability Company), the importance of having a tax professional, estate planning, and more! Wanna learn more about LLCs and asset protection? Tune in on this week’s episode!"Know what you need to do in the future, set a goal, and make it happen!"-Adam KintighHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:What is an LLC? The importance of having a tax professionalThe myths of LLC The different types of LLCs Estate planning: what is it and why is it important for Real Estate Investors Honorable Mentions & Useful LinksThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleConnect with Adam Kintigh:LinkedInWebsiteEmail: adam@nchinc.comPhone: (702) 873-3488Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Thinking bigger? ADPI's exclusive Military Multifamily Academy and Mastermind Waitlist is open now! Sign up to reserve your slot in the most comprehensive, affordable, and educational multifamily real estate course on the web! Support the show

Sep 19, 2022 • 41min
ADPI_263: From MilSpouse to Digital Marketer with Melissa Litchfield
In this week’s episode, Kevin chats with Melissa Litchfield, a 34-year-old southern California native who’s been helping online entrepreneurs and the owner of Litchfield Media Co. Melissa will be talking about Multilevel Marketing, how she became a Digital Marketer, learning through online education, and more! Tune in to find out more!"Start using social media, interact, and connect with people in the community."-Melissa LitchfieldHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Running two businesses, PCSing, being a Mom, no excuses!Multilevel Marketing: How it sparked her interest in marketing and taking that leap of faith Why Melissa wanted to help a company Melissa’s future Real Estate plansGaining a lot of knowledge through the online educationHonorable Mentions & Useful Links:ThriveCartConnect with Melissa Litchfield:Private podcast (free ad training)InstagramLinkedInFacebookClubhouseYoutubeTwitterPinterestTiktokEmail: melissa@litchfieldmedia.orgPhone: (760) 271-9095Ready to take the next steps in your Military Real Estate Investing journey? Watch our Masterclass and claim your EPIC reward for action. Tap here to register today!Are you looking for a loan for your next project? Look no further! Check out ADPI Financial Services for all of your residential and commercial lending needs!No Time...No Worries! Get all the info you need now by texting DEAL to 33777Ready to become a PASSIVE INVESTOR? Check out ADPI Capital™ and learn how you can get started passively investing in commercial real estate for only $500! Tap the link above or text ADPI to 33777Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeReady to TAKE ACTION and begin building your cash-flowing real estate empire? Don’t go it alone! Check out our exclusive education and coaching products designed for self-starters like the Military Real Estate Investing Academy Support the show