

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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Apr 12, 2021 • 51min
ADPI_189: Why You Should Invest in Industrial Real Estate With Darren Smith
In this week’s episode, Mike & Kevin talk with 6-year army veteran industrial real estate investor, Darren Smith. Darren explains how he transitioned from flipping properties to investing in industrial real estate. Listen up, ADPI Nation, because you’ll learn important details about industrial real estate and the ways to invest, keeping your focus, and not giving up! You won’t want to miss this!"Like anything else that you’re going to get into – just go narrow and focus. Whether you’re doing houses or whether you’re doing light industrial – you want to pick a smaller geographic location. Learn your city as much as you can.."-Darren SmithHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Darren’s First Flip BreakdownKeeping Your FocusHow to Transition into Commercial Real EstateThe Power of Delegation (Building a Team)Creative Financing Options in Industrial Real EstateHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksA Thousand Mile Walk to the GulfREI SiftConnect with DarrenWebsiteEmailAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeReady 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 have 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

Apr 5, 2021 • 12min
ADPI_188: Member Spotlight with Ron Baladad
In this week’s packed mini-episode, Kevin interviews Active Duty Passive Income member and veteran, Ron Baladad. Ron discusses his successes, steps he’s taken to get moving in his real estate journey, and his advice to newbie investors. If you’ve been wondering if you should get involved in ADPI, this episode is for you! Here are 3 Key Takeaways from this episode:How ADPI Helped Ron in His Investing JourneyRon’s Latest Deal BreakdownRon’s Advice for Newbie InvestorsHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksMilitary House HackingAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 have 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

Mar 29, 2021 • 52min
ADPI_187: Family & Real Estate With Beth Brenner and Cheyenne Foster
On this week's transformational episode, Mike & Kevin take a completely different take on the podcast and interview their other halves, Beth & Cheyenne. During the interview, Beth & Cheyenne share their experiences of being pulled into the world of real estate investing. They also cover the importance of becoming a team to really dive into success. "When you’re married, you have to be really careful about respecting the other person’s intellect. Because he has taken so much time to research this stuff. Listening with an open mind, even when I may not agree is definitely something I struggled with."-Cheyenne FosterHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Becoming a Team with Your Spouse/Significant OtherOvercoming the Doubts & Fears of InvestingHow to Communicate Your Goals & PlansWorking Through Road BlocksThe Importance of Learning Together Honorable Mentions & Useful LinksRich Dad Poor DadBuild an Empire: How to Have It AllAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 have 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

Mar 22, 2021 • 58min
ADPI_186: Raising Capital for Real Estate With Hunter Thompson
On this fantastic episode, Mike & Kevin interview author of “Raising Capital for Real Estate” and founder/CEO of ASYM Capital, Hunter Thompson. Hunter focuses on the ways to use other people’s money (OPM) to fund and scale your real estate deals. He also discusses marketing and using different outlets to grow your business. ADPI Nation, If you’ve been afraid of capital raising, this episode is for you!"What you really need to do is just identify someone who Is very, very closely aligned with exactly where you want to be—so that it can create a more clear path to reverse engineer their own moves."-Hunter ThompsonHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Pros & Cons of Using OPM (Other Peoples’ Money)Hunter’s First Capital RaiseHow to Stay Resilient in Capital RaisingUsing Media Outlets to Scale Up Your SystemSteps for Raising CapitalHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksRaising Capital for Real EstateKnownDouble DoublePitch AnythingConnect with HunterASYM CapitalCashflow ConnectionsRaiseMastersAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 sSupport the show

Mar 15, 2021 • 46min
ADPI_185: Investing in Yourself With Joey Biccum
On this week’s fantastic episode, Mike & Kevin interview AD Navy Member and ADPI Community Member, Joey Biccum--who is killing it in the multifamily investing arena. Joey speaks about his military background and how he came into multifamily while being on active duty. Listen up to learn about the ways he adjusted his mindset and education so he could grow into his multifamily empire. You don’t want to miss this!"Continue the Education. Don’t stop. Continue to learn whatever your swim lane is. Continue your education – don’t get stuck in your ways. There are always new thought processes out there and you don’t want to die on the vine."-Joey BiccumHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:How to do a For Sale By Owner (FSBO)Finding Multifamily DealsThe Power of Coaching & Investing in YourselfEstablishing Partnerships (and how they don’t need to last a lifetime!)The Important of Developing Your Deal Criteria & GoalsHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksRich Dad Poor DadOh, The Places You'll Go!Connect with JoeyWebsiteEmailPhone: (228) 224-2655Are 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 have inspired you to pursue your dreams of financial independenceSupport the show

Mar 8, 2021 • 1h
ADPI_184: Big Risks Mean Big Rewards With Tyler Merritt
In this week’s captivating episode, Mike, Kevin, & Eric talk with Army veteran, business owner & investor Tyler Merritt. Tyler breaks down how he leveraged his real estate assets to build out his business, Nine Line Apparel. Tyler also focuses on finding your passion, blending real estate investing with other businesses, and not giving up just because it’s tough. Thinking about building that business? Listen up-- and let Tyler teach you the right way to get started!"Surround yourself with not just like-minded people—find people that will challenge the way that you think."-Tyler MerrittHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Introduction to House-hacking & Value-AddHow to Find Your Passion and Make an Impact in Your BusinessIgnoring the “Nos” and Finding Your “Yes”Why Business Systems Are Important When Becoming a Real Estate InvestorTyler’s Secrets to Successfully Transitioning From Military to EntrepreneurshipHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksHow to Win Friends & Influence PeopleConnect with TylerInstagramNine Line Apparel WebsiteNine Line Foundation WebsiteAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 have inspired yoSupport the show

Mar 1, 2021 • 52min
ADPI_183: How to Choose a Great Property Manager With Jeff Copeland
In this week’s sensational episode, Mike & Kevin interview Coast Guard Retiree and licensed property manager, Jeff Copeland. Jeff explains the importance of hiring a great investor-minded agent to represent you and the keys to choosing a great property manager to protect your real estate investments. If you’ve considered hiring a property manager, don’t miss this show!"The best deal in the world can be ruined by poor management—whether it’s self management or a property manager that doesn’t share the right vision and goals for the property—but bad management can kill a deal way faster than CAPEX or under-market rents."-Jeff CopelandHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Why You Need to Hire an Investor-Minded AgentAdvantages to Getting Your Real Estate License (as an Investor!)What to Look For When Hiring a Great Property ManagerThe Importance of ScalabilityCommunication with Your Property ManagerHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksRich Dad Poor DadConnect with JeffWebsiteWebsiteAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 have 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-Support the show

Feb 22, 2021 • 51min
ADPI_182: Finding Your Inner Salesperson With Ryan Serhant
In this week’s phenomenal episode, Mike, Kevin, & Eric interview real estate legend and successful entrepreneur, Ryan Serhant. From failed theater star to making over a billion dollars in sales (and even starring on “Million Dollar Listing”!) , Ryan breaks down how he managed to earn massive success as a real estate agent in New York City. If you’ve been considering getting into real estate sales, this episode will tell you everything you need to know to get started!"The sales business is about brokering relationships--It has nothing to do with real estate-- or cars--or insurance-- or whatever else you’re selling. It’s connecting a seller to a buyer and a buyer to a seller—and then managing that process and staying disciplined."-Ryan SerhantHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:How Ryan Earned Massive Success In Real estateFinding Your Discipline & Your “Why”Learning to NegotiateReal Estate Goal SettingRyan’s Motivational TipsHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksShoe DogBig Money EnergyConnect with RyanInstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 ActivSupport the show

Feb 15, 2021 • 41min
ADPI_181: Investing in Foreclosures With Johnny Lynum
On this week’s epic episode, Mike & Kevin chat with 15-year Active Duty Air Force officer Johnny Lynum-- who just happens to also be crushing foreclosure investing! Johnny talks about investing while Active Duty and provides his insight into the next financial quarters of the year. Listen up for amazing nuggets that will get you on the right path to your investing future!"Take Action! Do not over analyze –you can consume as much content as you want, but nothing will beat actually getting off the bench and getting your hands dirty."-Johnny LynumHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:About the Foreclosure ProcessHow You Can Take Advantage of Foreclosure OpportunitiesBuilding Systems & Time BlockingJohnny's Insight into the Next Quarters of the YearNew Housing Assistance Laws Coming Into EffectHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksRich Dad Poor DadConnect with JohnnyFacebookWebsiteYouTubeAre 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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 have 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

Feb 8, 2021 • 48min
ADPI_180: VA Loan House Hacking With Andre Acosta
In this week’s motivational episode, Mike & Kevin interview Air National Guard member and military real estate investor, Andre Acosta. After starting investing as an E-4 at 23 years old, Andre explains how VA loan house hacking set him up for success in building his real estate investing empire. Andre also discusses low-risk, creative ways to fund and increase your real estate investments. If you’re looking for ways to get started, this episode is for you!"The biggest factor was the VA Home Loan. Without that ticket, there’s no way into the party. Having that no-money-down loan--that’s just huge and we’re set up for success."-Andre AcostaHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:VA Home Loan House HackingInvesting While in the MilitaryOvercoming COVID ChallengesBenefits of Hiring a Good Property ManagerUsing Your TSP to invest in Real EstateHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksRich Dad Poor DadThink & Grow RichConnect with AndrePhone: (805) 415-7269 (call/text)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 33777Get your 13-Week Action Journal using this special offer just for our faithful podcast listeners! Need help structuring your future Real Estate Empire? Click this special member's only link to book your FREE Consultation with a Senior Strategist at Anderson Advisors ($2,500 value)!Helpful ResourcesConnect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSchedule a FREE Freedom Coaching Call with MikeTo learn how to use your VA Loan to create wealth in real estate while in the military take our VA Loan Mastery CourseReady 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 and Operation A.T.O.M. [Action Takers Only Mastermind]!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 have 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 lSupport the show