

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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Jun 14, 2021 • 55min
ADPI_198: How to Become a Millionaire Wholesaler With Tyler Austin
On this week’s fabulous episode, Mike and Kevin interview military veteran & ADPI Member Tyler Austin. Tyler talks about how to absolutely CRUSH it in wholesaling—and how he went from a GS-4—to GS 12—to a millionaire wholesaler. If you’ve been curious about the world of wholesaling and whether or not it’s for you – LISTEN UP, ADPI Nation!"When in all reality, it’s just about what you want to do—I don’t care if it’s working at McDonald’s flipping burgers – if that’s what gives you happiness. But ultimately, you’ve got to seek and search out the things that do energize you – emotionally and physically."- Tyler AustinHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Starting Out in WholesalingNavigating Transitioning Out of the MilitaryWhy You Need to Focus on Sales & Marketing Becoming a Wholesaling ProHow to Overcome Wholesaling ChallengesHonorable Mentions & Useful Links7 Strategies of Wealth & HappinessProfit FirstAre 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 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

Jun 7, 2021 • 45min
ADPI_197: State of ADPI With CEO Markian Sich
On this week’s awesome episode, Mike & Kevin talk with fearless leader and CEO of ADPI, Markian Sich. Markian discuss his transition from AD military to full-time ADPI and what’s coming up next for Active Duty Passive Income! "We took the education part very seriously—because first and foremost we are an education company that looks to impact people—and we want to attract as many people as possible. And the only way we can do that is if we’re wildly successful at that."-Markian SichHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Markian’s transition from Active Duty Current deals and trasactionsADPI Education UpdatesIntroducing ADPI Lending & Real Estate Agent NetworksGrowing ADPI - What's next?Honorable Mentions & Useful LinksMilitary House HackingConnect with Markianhttps://www.activedutypassiveincome.commarkian@activedutypassiveincome.comAre 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 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

May 31, 2021 • 17min
ADPI_196: Member Spotlight with Roy Cañez
On this week’s information-packed episode, Kevin interviews AF MSGT and ADPI member Roy Canez. Roy discusses how he and his wife began investing in real estate and how it helped make their money work for them! He also goes into detail on ADPI’s programs and the education that caused him to take action.Here are Key Takeaways from this episode:Putting Your Money to WorkLong Distance InvestingBenefits of ADPI’s Operation ATOMConnect with RoyFacebookEmailAre 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 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

May 17, 2021 • 15min
ADPI_194: Member Spotlight With Grant Killian
On this week's episode, Kevin focuses on ADPI member and Active Duty Airman, Grant Killian. Grant discusses his real estate beginnings and how he became a total action-taker. He also talks about his involvement in ADPI’s Operation ATOM program, which got him on the path to success in his real estate investing journey. If you’ve been looking for a true member testimonial, this is it!"Two things that go hand-in-hand: Get out of your comfort zone. Number two: Surround yourself with people who make you better. Those two things, I promise you, will lead you to a direction where you will take action."-Grant KillianHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksRich Dad Poor DadAre 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 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

May 10, 2021 • 53min
ADPI_193: How To Start Investing Early In Your Career w/ Hersh Rai & Nicholas Vu
In this week’s fantastic episode, Mike chats with Naval Academy Graduates & Officers Hersh Rai & Nicholas Vu. Hersh & Nicholas talk about juggling active duty and investing, and how they have managed to maintain a long-distance partnership. They also discuss ways to grow your business by networking and taking action. Listen up, ADPI, Nation– you don’t want to miss this!"Find something you’re good at. If you can bring a skillset that the team needs – that’s definitely a way you can get into the business. So if you’re really good at underwriting or really good at marketing or something – that’s basically the way you can get your foot in the door in the business."-Nicholas VuHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:16-Unit Multifamily Deal BreakdownWhat Are “Class Types” in Real Estate Investing?How to Navigate Long Distance PartnershipsJoint Ventures vs SyndicationsBuilding Systems & ProcessesHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksHersh's Favorite BookNick's Favorite BookConnect with HershLinkedInEmailConnect with NicholasLinkedInEmailAre 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 (Support the show

May 3, 2021 • 41min
ADPI_192: Financial Independence In 3 Years with Shelby Osborne
On this week’s spectacular episode, Mike & Kevin chat with army veteran, realtor, and ADPI ICC member Shelby Osborne. Shelby discusses her transition from active duty Army to realtor and how she achieved massive success in both her career and investing. Whether you’re considering real estate sales or investing (or both!) – this episode will rock you to your core!"You become what you give your attention to. So, you need to pour your attention into the positives and into doing the right things for your mind, your body, for the people around you –and that’s how your world will change."-Shelby OsborneHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Shelby’s First Deal BreakdownNavigating the Current MarketHow to Have a Stellar First Year in Real EstateThe Power of House Hacking to Build Your Door NumberCrushing Short Term Rental PropertiesHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksMiracle Morning MillionairesGetting Things DoneHow to Win Friends & Influence PeopleConnect with ShelbyInstagramWebsiteAre 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 (https://www.patreon.com/adpi)Support the show

Apr 26, 2021 • 53min
ADPI_191: Making Connections With Jill and Ty Campbell
On this week’s awesome episode, Mike & Kevin talk with ADPI’s VP of Member Experience, Jill Campbell and her AD Marine Officer husband, Ty. Jill & Ty discuss real estate investing while juggling the active duty military life and a family of 6! They also pinpoint the importance of connections and forging relationships to grow any business and network to the greatest extent! "Be humble, but also brave. We tell the kids “Being brave isn’t not being scared, but being scared and doing it anyway”. You want to make sure you’re prepared – but recognizing you can do it is probably the biggest step, I think."-Jill CampbellHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:The Importance of an Exit Strategy in InvestingWhy You Need an Investment-savvy Real Estate AgentThe Power of Making ConnectionsHow to Implement a Home Business – even on short tours!Jill’s Networking TipsHonorable Mentions & Useful LinksFinite & Infinite GamesHigh Performance HabitsConnect with JillWebsiteEmailAre 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 (https://www.patreon.com/adpi)Support the show

Apr 19, 2021 • 46min
ADPI_190: Digging into Apartment Syndications With Clif Luber
On this week’s episode, Mike & Kevin interview Naval officer and ADPI student, Clif Luber. Clif discusses his journey from house-hacking a partnered house, to his own house hack, to becoming a general partner in an apartment syndication. If you’ve been looking for guidance on how to work your way into multifamily investing, take a listen to this episode!"Be willing to invest in yourself – the payoff definitely will come if you’re willing to put yourself out there a little more."-Clif LuberHere are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:Starting out with House HackingHow to Master Long Distance Real Estate InvestingDiving into Apartment SyndicationsWhat is a Limited Partner?The importance of building a partnership (in single family OR multifamily)Honorable Mentions & Useful LinksOutliers - Malcolm GladwellConnect with ClifLinkedInWebsiteEmailPhone: (573) 480-1804Are 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

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


