Pillars Of Wealth Creation

Todd Dexheimer welcomes Michael Barbarita, founder of Next Step CFO, to the show. Michael shares actionable insights on staying ahead of the competition by implementing innovative ideas and strategies that others overlook. He also delves into his Conversion Formula, five critical components of making an offer that converts, and how to apply these principles effectively in uncertain economic times. Whether you're an entrepreneur or a business leader, this episode is packed with advice to help you differentiate your business and achieve long-term success. Key Takeaways: 1. Why doing what your competitors won’t can set you apart. 2. Understanding and applying the Conversion Formula to grow your customer base. 3. The 5 components of a compelling offer: what they are and why they work. 4. Strategies for navigating uncertainty Michael J. Barbarita Jr. is an accomplished entrepreneur, award-winning public speaker, and co-author with over 40 years of success across retail, manufacturing, and service companies. After launching his career as a financial analyst, Barbarita led the retail chain Ski Town USA from $2.5 to $8 Million in annual revenue in less than five years, before launching Next Step CFO in 2007 to provide business owners withmore time freedom and more consistent profits through implementation of financial and business strategies that their competition isn’t doing! Books: Powerful Business Strategies By Michael Barbarita & Chuki Obiyo Traction by Gino Wickman Pillars: 1. Profit 2. Creating Value 3. Having a Road Map (Systems in Place to automate) Connect with Michael Barbarita: Website: Next Step CFO LinkedIn: Michael Barbarita Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

Effective communication is the cornerstone of any successful business, and setting clear expectations is essential for fostering trust and alignment. In this episode of Pillars of Wealth Creation, Todd Dexheimer dives into the importance of establishing communication protocols with both investors and employees. He shares practical insights on how consistent, transparent, and intentional communication can drive business growth, strengthen relationships, and prevent misunderstandings. Whether you're managing a multifamily deal or leading a team, learning to set expectations early can pave the way for smoother operations and long-term success. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

Today, we're joined by Drew Whitson from Endurus Capital, a seasoned investor and expert in multifamily acquisitions. Drew shares his expertise on building strong broker relationships, navigating competitive markets, and his outlook for 2025 in the real estate space. Get ready for an engaging conversation filled with valuable takeaways to help you sharpen your acquisition strategies, strengthen industry relationships, and prepare for opportunities in the year ahead. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

To move forward, we need to learn from the past and use that to plan for the future. Todd discusses what he is reflecting on as the year comes to a close. He then dives into 2025 and how to best approach goals for a successful year. Let’s start out strong together and make 2025 an amazing year! Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

Spencer Levy, with CBRE joins Todd to discuss what is happening in today’s commercial real estate market. They hit on interest rates, distressed properties, sales volume, and market trends. Spencer also discusses his favorite investing strategy. It’s not investing in multifamily, industrial, or retail, it’s focusing on the big picture in a specific neighborhood and investing. Spencer Levy is Global Client Strategist and Senior Economic Advisor for CBRE, the largest commercial real estate services firm in the world. In this role, he focuses on client engagement and public-facing activities, including thought leadership work performed in conjunction with CBRE Research. He also serves as Co-Chair of the Real Estate Roundtable’s Research Committee. Spencer is frequently quoted in major business publications and appears on business television, including CNBC, CNN, Bloomberg, PBS and Fox Business. Spencer is the host of CBRE’s podcast “The Weekly Take.” He is considered one of the most insightful commentators on issues of importance to commercial real estate. You can connect with Spencer through his weekly podcast: https://www.cbre.com/insights/the-weekly-take#overview Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

In today’s instant gratification world, everybody thinks they need to get wealthy overnight. We see it all over social media but don’t see the hard work that it took for that person to gain wealth. What you don’t see is: 1. Thousands of hours reading books, listening to podcasts, and going to conferences. 2. The networking behind the scenes. 3. The failures along the way, and the many sleepless nights that come with those failures. 4. The countless hours of grinding away nights and weekends, skipping getting together with friends and spending time with family. 5. The financial commitment. Sometimes not being able to pay the bills or wondering how that next bill will get paid. Just scraping by day after day. 6. The people closest to you not believing in you and telling you you shouldn’t be doing it. It’s possible to gain substantial wealth, but you need to go through the motions. You need to lay the foundation! Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

How can you effectively self-manage your properties across the nation? Today, we’re joined by Dana Dunford of Hemlane, where we dive into property management tools used to self manage your assets. Todd and Dana discuss what is happening today in property management, the crazy new regulations, how to avoid pitfalls, and what it takes to be successful. Dana Dunford is the CEO of Hemlane, a property management platform with over 28,000 rentals and $1BN in payments processed. She is a strong advocate of purchasing properties anywhere, as the best investments are not typically in your backyard. She supports real estate investors in setting up the most intelligent process to manage rentals from a distance, while connecting them with local, licensed professionals. In 2018, Dana was named one of the top 20 women leaders and influencers in commercial real estate tech. Favorite Book: 4,000 Weeks By Oliver Burkeman The Company I keep By Leonard Lauder 3 Pillars of Wealth: 1. My Husband 2. Frugality 3. Education You can connect with Dana at dana@hemlane.com or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/danahdunford/ Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Connect with Pillars Of Wealth Creation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PillarsofWealthCreation/ Subscribe to our email list at www.pillarsofwealthcreation.com Join us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/egv0XNqSnIo

In this episode, Todd shares how to grow your multifamily portfolio with less money by leveraging creative seller financing strategies. Learn how to structure deals, negotiate terms, and close opportunities with little to no upfront capital. Perfect for investors at any level, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you do more with less. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

Today, we’re joined by Matt Brawner from Endurus Capital to explore the advantages of bringing multifamily property management in-house. Matt shares why Endurus has started making this shift, the benefits they’ve seen, and how it’s transformed their operations and bottom line. From improving efficiency and residence happiness, Matt breaks down why internal property management could be a game-changer for your business. Whether you’re an active investor or just curious about maximizing returns, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Matt started in real estate in 2011. Matt has a wide breadth of experience in the business as an investor, broker and a property manager. Matt is a founding partner of Minnesota Capital Management. Matt lives with his wife and three children in Dayton, MN. As a family, the Brawner’s are active in their church and love exploring all that the outdoors has to offer. You can learn more from Matt Brawner: matt@enduruscapital.com Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

Todd answers a question about a new investor raising money or finding a deal. In this episode we cover: 1. Ways to get into the corridor 2. How to post on social media, start a podcast, etc without experience and not be fake. 3. How to find deals 4. How to find partners Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow along as Todd Dexheimer interviews top entrepreneurs, investors, advisers, and coaches. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...