The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest, Zachary Babcock, as they talk about the underdog empowerment and mindset that helped him turn his life around, reaching the top of the industry at such a short period of time! As soon as Zachary started his podcast, the Underdog Empowerment immediately became a top-rated podcast on Apple! He is an ex-drug addict who spent over five years of his life in prison and is now an owner of a multi-six-figure business! He also now helps other podcast hosts bring their shows to the top of the charts and provides services for all aspects of editing, producing and other needs for podcast creators. It all starts with WHO you think you are before finding the answers to your WHY. If you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right! By the end of this episode, you will understand the importance of mindset, how you think of yourself, and how you behave to make your goal a reality. Zachary's journey to get where he is today is really inspiring. He is one of the most dedicated, strong-willed, incredible people you will ever meet! Listen to the episode now and learn the formula for success! --- You can find Zachary Babcock on: Website: https://underdogempowerment.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realzachbabcock/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/underdogem Twitter: https://twitter.com/realzachbabcock Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realzachbabcock/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/zacharybabcock Prison to Promised Land: https://www.amazon.com/Prison-Promised-Land --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.384.9443 www.NickNickNick.com Need loans for your real estate deals. Click here to for our #1 source of financing for real estate transactions of all kinds, as well as discounted CBD from Naked Warrior Recovery!!! Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes on Platforms by Clicking Here To Subscribe Find all social media connections at Social media Links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Rate and Review The A Game Podcast on Apple Click Here to Review

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest, Michael John, founder of The Agoge Project 501c3 in Baltimore MD. Michael is using MMA, Boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to shape the lives of the Baltimore youth teaching them discipline and surrounding them with hope and positivity. He has started up this foundation and includes tutoring and mentoring for the children truly giving back and serving them with their mind and athletic skills to build self worth, understand hard work and gain confidence in self defense and academics. After working for Baltimore City Public Schools for a couple of years he couldn't get past the huge disparity between the lack of resources that his students were presented with on a daily basis and the resources that students 20 minutes up the road were given each day. How felt we can't expect our youth in cities like Baltimore to live up to their full potential when their peers in areas outside of our urban environments have access to exponentially more resources and opportunities. From there on the Agoge Project set out on a path to offer a program that can bridge the gap and give students the resources and opportunities to excel in anything they come across in life. They are currently in their third year of official operation where our students have access to boxing/MMA training, academic support and mentoring services weekly at no cost to them or their families EVER. Once the new gym and full plan is in place they will provide over 700 hours of free out of school programming each year. The ultimate goal within the next five years is to transition out of teaching at Baltimore City public Schools and run the program six days a week with over a 1,000 hours of out of school programming for our students a year with no cost to them or their families. For those who might be interested in supporting, our GoFundMe link is: https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-agoge-project?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet. Another method to donate to our organization is through our PayPal link: https://www.paypal.me/TheAgogeProject Even a small donation could help The Agoge Project reach their fundraising goal. And if you can't make a donation, it would be great if you could share the fundraiser to help spread the word About Michael John Michael John just finished his 7th year as a Baltimore City Public School teacher, more specifically special education for the last three years. He grew up playing team sports such as baseball, soccer, basketball, and football, where he had the privilege to be coached by some great people. As a teenager he took up boxing and became obsessed with it which set him on a path that has changed his life. He has used the lessons that he has learned through training in every aspect of life and uses those lessons to teach his students. --- Connect with Michael John: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theagogeproject Instagram: www.instagram.com/agogeprojectbmore www.theagogeproject.org 443-760-5437 --- Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Nick Lamagna Podcast@nicknicknick.com Phone: 630.384.9443 Find all social media connections Here including Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Listen and Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all platforms at: www.NickNickNick.com/Links Please rate and review HERE

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest, David Wain. He and his NYU classmates co-created and starred in the hit sketch show, MTV's The State. He also is credited with an impressive list of acting, directing, writing and producing in movies such as Wet Hot American Summer, Role Models, Wanderlust and A Futile and Stupid Gesture among many others. Among the list of his television credits include the hilarious Medical Police, Children's Hospital, Party Down and Stella! Wain has created projects where today's stars got their big break in acting including Bradley Cooper, Elizabeth Banks and worked alongside Paul Rudd, Jennifer Aniston and more as well as his core crew from NYU to this day In many projects. His Instagram and social media shows his many talents in art, music and magic for a true Renaissance Man! By the end of this episode, you will realize how difficult it can be to be in this entertainment industry. It takes a lot of hard work, patience, and dedication because you will face a lot of rejections. We go deep into the mindset of a creator, we discuss time management, focus and persistence among other great topics in this outstanding interview with the always impressive David Wain. Wain shares his pieces of advice, regrets, updates on his current projects, and more. There's a lot to unpack, you don't want to miss this! ~ About David Wain: David Wain is a director, writer, actor and comedian. He has directed six feature films, the most recent being the Sundance hit A Futile and Stupid Gesture (starring Will Forte, Domhnall Gleeson & Emmy Rossum) which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival (and on Netflix) last year. Previously he directed and co-wrote the movies Wet Hot American Summer, The Ten, Role Models, Wanderlust and They Came Together. On television, he's the co-creator, co-writer and director of Medical Police, an epic action comedy series which premieres on Netflix this coming January. His newest project is Today's Special, a unique daily topical sitcom, currently pilot prep at Warner Media. Previously he was co-creator (with Michael Showalter) and sole director of two Netflix eight-part mini-series: Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, and Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later. He also plays the swarthy, sexy Israeli counselor "Yaron." He was also an executive producer, writer, director and frequent guest star of Children's Hospital, Adult Swim's hit series starring Rob Corddry, Megan Mullally, Henry Winkler and Malin Akerman. The show ran for seven seasons, winning six Emmy Awards. (Medical Police is a spin-off of Children's Hospital.) He co-created and co-starred in two other TV series, both of which have an enduring cult following: The State (MTV) and Stella (Comedy Central). He has written, directed and/or acted in dozens of other movies and TV shows including Broad City, Portlandia, Superstore, New Girl, Party Down, Drunk History, Another Period, Younger, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Superjail, Fresh Off the Boat and The Daily Show. He is the voice of Courtney (Gene's necklace-sucking girlfriend) on Bob's Burgers. his co-stars include Kerri Kenney-silver, Michael Ian Black, Ken Marino, Thomas Patrick Lennon, Paul Rudd, Henry Winkler, Alan Alda and inspired comedians like Bert kreischer so many more! --- Connect with David Wain: Website: https://davidwain.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidwain?ref_src=twsrc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidwain/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8hExk7QXj1tP-jGxcMU1xg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidwain --- Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Nick Lamagna Podcast@nicknicknick.com Phone: 630.384.9443 Find all social media connections Here including Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Listen and Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all platforms at: www.NickNickNick.com/Links Please rate and review HERE

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast as he discusses his love for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and how it has helped him in life personally and in business professionally. We discuss this week's episode with UFC Hall Of Famer Matt Serra from UFC Unfiltered and elaborate on some of the stories he shared. We talk the mental, physical and health benefits of BJJ as well as discuss many ways it has helped to control situations, helps with emotional intelligence, insecurities and helps us reset and destress often. Even if you don't love Jiu Jitsu this episode will cover situations and ideas that are applicable towards linking health and exercise with better habits and productivity for businesses and entrepreneurs. By the end of this episode, you will understand the importance of self defense and why we need more of it in our youth and law enforcement. You will better understand the social, physical and psychological benefits of martial arts, exercise and Jiu Jitsu for your business and overall quality of life. We discuss Jiu Jitsu being the new golf for many people establishing relationships and networking as you can find some of the most reputable, reliable and talented people from all walks of life in your average Jiu Jitsu Academy. --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.384.9443 www.NickNickNick.com Need loans for your real estate deals. Click here to for our #1 source of financing for real estate transactions of all kinds, as well as discounted CBD from Naked Warrior Recovery!!! Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes on Platforms by Clicking Here To Subscribe Find all social media connections at Social media Links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Rate and Review The A Game Podcast on Apple Click Here to Review

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest, Matt Serra, as they talk about Matt's amazing career and his passion and belief in the power of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Matt is a Jiu Jitsu legend, everybody has so much respect for him! At a young age, Matt's dad got him interested in martial arts and combining that with Matt's love of comic books and disdain for bullies he seemed destined for his role of empowering people through martial arts and showcasing his skills as a professional fighter. The moment he learned and started doing Jiu Jitsu, he felt like it was everything he wanted. Matt shares stories of his inspiring and incredible fights where he won including his legendary knockout of GSP, Georges St Pierre to win the UFC Welterweight championship. He even tells a not so well known story of a street altercation that changed the trajectory of his life and career forever proving sometimes things happen for a reason! In victory and defeat Matt Serra has always carried himself as a champion and professional, he still picked himself up and continued becoming stronger regardless of the outcome. Matt continued learning from those hardships and experiences, taking them as motivation and turning them into positives. By the end of this episode, you will learn why a lot of people are so passionate about Jiu Jitsu. Matt loves to empower people who are weaker and do not know how to defend themselves against bullies by teaching them the art of Jiu Jitsu. A really authentic and amazing guy! You do not want to miss out on this episode with UFC Legend, Jiu Jitsu royalty and Co-Host of the UFC Unfiltered Podcast with Jim Norton and co-star of Dana White's Looking For A Fight and proud father of three! ~ About Matt Serra: Professor Matt Serra is the head instructor at both Serra BJJ Academies. Matt is a fourth-degree blackbelt under Master Renzo Gracie and was the first American to be awarded their black belt from Renzo. In his tenure as a high-level combat sports athlete, Matt has been an ADCC, Mundial, and UFC Champion. He holds notable wins over Chris Lytle, Frank Trigg, and Georges St. Pierre. In 2018 he was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. HONORS 4th Degree Black Belt in BJJ under Renzo Gracie Former UFC Welterweight Champion ADCC Champion Mundial Champion Pan-American Champion Member of the UFC Hall of Fame Co-Host of UFC Unfiltered Podcast Co-Star Of Dana White's Looking For A Fight --- Connect with Matt Serra: UFC Unfiltered: https://omny.fm/shows/ufc-unfiltered-with-jim-norton-and-matt-serra Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ufc-unfiltered Dana White: Lookin' FWD to a Fight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKsST-fgE6I Website: https://serrabjjacademy.com Connect with Nick Lamagna nick@nicknicknick.com Phone: 630.384.9443 Find all social media connections at *** www.nicknicknick.com/links *** for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Listen and Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and all platforms at: *** www.nicknicknick.com/links ***

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast as he discusses Beating Up Deals, Partnering, Battle Stations & Deal Criteria. After speaking with Nick Burton this week this week we recap the episode and discuss the importance of having a partner or friend to beat up your deals and keep you from being emotional or putting blinders on and making financial mistakes. We discuss roles partners should have and what kind of personality or skillset matches you should link up with. We talk about having battle stations and staying in your lane but needing to be educated on all positions of your business and discuss detailing out and sticking to your criteria for your real estate deals. By the end of this episode, you will understand the importance having people be honest with you on your bad deals, getting second sets of eyes and why opposites may not attract but are necessary in business partnerships. You will better understand how to handle these situations and have a better thought process about your business as well as your role and goals related to it. --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.384.9443 www.NickNickNick.com Need loans for your real estate deals. Click here to for our #1 source of financing for real estate transactions of all kinds, as well as discounted CBD from Naked Warrior Recovery!!! Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes on Platforms by Clicking Here To Subscribe Find all social media connections at Social media Links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Rate and Review The A Game Podcast on Apple Click Here to Review

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest, Nick Burton, the acquisitions master under commercial real estate powerhouse Tim Bratz, as they talk about mastering and not forcing deals. Nick is a successful 26-year-old in the real estate industry. When he was in college, he knew that school was not his thing and decided to drop out. He wanted to do whatever Tim Bratz was doing, who is now his business partner. Nick didn't let anyone stop him from doing what he wanted. He is passionate about a lot of things, and having a positive personality is just one of his best traits. By the end of this episode, you will understand the importance of being patient and disciplined on deals. You will hear success stories built upon a lot of rejection that needs to be pushed through to be successful in this business. We will also discuss the mindset, most common mistakes in commercial real estate and you will pick up a lot of advice and book suggestions from Nick! He believes in the importance of reading, and most importantly, one of the best pieces of advice that he shared was, "Whatever it is, it works out." ~ About Nick Burton: Nick Burton is the Director of Acquisitions at Legacy Wealth Holdings. He finds and negotiates properties and maintains communications with sellers throughout the entire process. Nick enjoys the diversity of projects working in real estate. He appreciates being part of a team that can quickly seize an opportunity and turns it into someone else's dream. --- Connect with Nick Burton: Website: https://www.legacywealthholdings.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacy_wealth_nick/ Email: burton@legacywealthholdings.com --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: Website: www.NickNickNick.com Email: Podcast@nicknicknick.com Connect with Nick on Social media Here If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes All Podcast Platforms Available Here

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast as he discusses short sales, pre-foreclosures and upcoming opportunities in the market. After speaking with the "Short Sale Savage," Matt Merenoff this week we recap the episode and go a little bit deeper into the process of short sales from the side of the owner and from the side of the investor. We discuss some examples and things to look out for an be aware of as well as talking about the state of the market and the timing on why short sales will be a major deal resource in the near future. By the end of this episode, you will understand the importance of doing good business when dealing with short sales. You will learn about the opportunities coming and have a good overview to compliment this week's episode. --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.384.9443 www.NickNickNick.com Need loans for your real estate deals. Click here to for our #1 source of financing for real estate transactions of all kinds, as well as discounted CBD from Naked Warrior Recovery!!! Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes on Platforms by Clicking Here To Subscribe Find all social media connections at Social media Links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Rate and Review The A Game Podcast on Apple Click Here to Review

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest, Matt Merenoff, as they talk about his experience in short sales and rules, tips and advice on dealing with sellers, lenders and buyers. Matt is the author of the book "Short Sale Savage: The Untold Stories," coming out in November 2020. Matt is known as The Short Sale Savage and his company Realestate Recovery Group have done tons of short sales and are known as an industry leader in completing them with a higher success rate than most and conducting business with ethics and care. Matt gives insider info and tells some crazy stories about some of the tactics, wins and experiences he has under his belt including a story of putting his OWN house into short sale intentionally. You will NOT want to miss this high level interview with a real estate master in his niche with a big heart and a New Jersey edge! Matt has an Online Short Sale Boot Camp October 23, 2020 check out the link in show notes! By the end of this episode you will understand why there is a MASSIVE opportunity coming involving short sales with the state of our real estate market! You will learn why it's important to put people ahead of money when dealing with pre-foreclosure and short sales. You will have a better understanding on what a short sale is and what the options are! --- Connect with Matt Merenoff: Website: www.realestaterecoverygroup.com Boot Camp info & Tickets: www.rrgbootcamp.com Instagram: Short Sale Savage Instagram Here Facebook: Matt Merenoff on Facebook Facebook Group: Short Sales 101 Facebook Group --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: Website: www.NickNickNick.com Email: Podcast@nicknicknick.com Connect with Nick on Social media Here If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes All Podcast Platforms Available Here

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast as he discusses the importance of finding the right mentors and coaches for you. After speaking with Marlon Suarez this week and discussing being a real estate agent and a Jiu Jitsu Blackbelt we both have had great experiences with mentors and also had moments of being a good and bad students. We discuss bringing value to everything you do, getting the most out of your mentors and giving the most to your students. By the end of this episode, you will understand the importance of good habits, accountability and surrounding yourself with A-Players. You will see why it's important to put yourself outside of your comfort zone and stick it out if it's something you really want. --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.384.9443 www.NickNickNick.com Need loans for your real estate deals. Click here to for our #1 source of financing for real estate transactions of all kinds, as well as discounted CBD from Naked Warrior Recovery!!! Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes on Platforms by Clicking Here To Subscribe Find all social media connections at Social media Links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Rate and Review The A Game Podcast on Apple Click Here to Review