

The A Game Podcast: Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs
Nick Lamagna: Real Estate Investing Expert
Welcome to The A Game Podcast, so much more than a self help hour and Real Estate Investing For Entrepreneurs. Discussing what makes people excel in life, music, business, real estate investing for entrepreneurs to live the life they want and chase their dreams. From MMA and UFC fighters, comedians, actors, astronauts and investors who flip residential real estate or have massive passive income through commercial real estate or wholesaling this is the Podcast for you. Discover the mindset and daily habits of some of the most successful people out there as they share their secrets to success and no matter what they do, they ALWAYS bring their A Game!!
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Jul 23, 2020 • 1h 33min
Host Of RISK! Show & MTV's The State, Talks Improv, Tips For Success & Conquering Fear Of Failure.
Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast as The State cast interviews continue with the great Kevin Allison. Kevin is an accomplished actor, TV host, writer, producer and director who got his start in the early 90's in MTV's The State Sketch show. Allison created and hosts the uncensored weekly audio podcast RISK, a storytelling show "where people tell true stories they never thought they'd dare to share." RISK is also a monthly live show in New York City and Los Angeles. Kevin has simply "done it all" in the entertainment fields and gave us a very heartfelt, generous inside look. By the end of this episode, you will learn lessons from Kevin Allison that you can apply to many aspects of life and business not just entertainment. Kevin gives entrepreneurial tips on his success, shares an amazing piece of advice that he received from legendary Director Spike Lee while attending NYU that he still values today, and he gives his insight about some ways to find and keep good people on your team in and out of Hollywood. This again is a special episode with a very talented, driven, hilarious and kind person. Lets keep The State interviews going and you will not be disappointed, check it out on all platforms and especially on Youtube with the links below to get the full Kevin Allison visual experience! Go to www.NickNickNick.com/Links to get a limited time only Zoom with The State Reunion recording and T-Shirt where funds will go to charity! Also see options for discounted Naked Warrior Recovery CBD as well as options for Real Estate Fundings under the "Affiliates" section at the same link. About Kevin Allison: Born February 16, 1970 in Ohio, Kevin Allison started as a comedic writer and actor even before attending NYU. Now perhaps best known as a writing and performing member of The State on MTV. Some of those unforgettable sketches on the show starring Allison include "Taco Mail," "Mr. Magina", "Dreamboy", and "The Jew, the Italian, and the Redhead Gay." He starred alongside such greats as Ken Marino, David Wain, Thomas Lennon, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Michael Ian Black, Michael Showalter, Joe Lo Truglio, Robert Ben Garant, Michael Patrick Jann, Todd Holoubek and worked with Margaret Cho and Darah Silverman among many others. Allison hosts the free audio podcast RISK!. He is the creator of this storytelling show "where people tell true stories they never thought they'd dare to share." RISK! is also a live show in New York City Angeles. Allison tours to other cities with the show on a consistent basis as well Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.allison2 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekevinallison/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKevinAllison Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.263.5804 www.NickNickNick.com 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 Links and Resources from this Episode 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 ***

Jul 20, 2020 • 1h 7min
Ken Marino: Coming From Long Island & Mtv To Writing, Directing, Acting & The Grit It Takes To Succeed
Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast and one of the most well-known faces in comedic television and film. Ken Marino is an accomplished actor, writer, producer and director who got his start in the early 90's in MTV's The State Sketch show. He played iconic characters best known for his hilarious sketch character Louie! Ken shares fun and inspiring professional and personal stories from working with his ten other cast mates on MTV's The State being young and creative in NYC, growing up on Long Island NY and where he received some inspirations from memorable characters he did in such movies as Wanderlust, Role Models, Diggers, East Bound and Down, Veronica Mars, Wet Hot American Summer and many others. By the end of this episode, you will learn lessons from Ken Marino that you can apply to many aspects of life and business not just entertainment. He shares his insight about having the grit necessary to succeed in entertainment and business, his mindset, perspective, how to balance personal and professional barriers working with friends and loved ones, family and the importance of giving back some hope and positivity at a time when the world needs it. This is a special episode with a very successful, talented, down to earth and kind person. You will not be disappointed, check it out on all platforms and especially on Youtube with the links below to get the full Ken Marino visual experience! Link In bio to get a limited time only Zoom with The State Reunion recording and T-Shirt where funds will go to charity! About Ken Marino: Ken Marino grew up on Long Island, NY. He attended NYU and at an early age was picked up as an actor and writer on the iconic sketch comedy show called MTV's The State. He went on to meet his cast mates at New York University (NYU) and eventually made his way out to California where he was casted in Men Behaving Badly with Rob Schneider and went on to act, write, produce and direct in such big name projects as Will and Grace, Veronica Mars, Family Guy, Brooklyn 99, Burning Love, The Ten, Party Down, Monk, Diggers, Dog Days, Wet Hot American Summer and countless others up to Black Monday running now on Showtime. Ken has worked with the biggest names in the business including David Wain, Kerri Kenney Silver, Thomas Lennon, Kevin Allison, Paul Rudd, Jennifer Aniston, Judd Apatow, Bradley Cooper, Tony Shalhoub, Alan Alda, Henry Winkler, Danny McBride, Adam Scott, Joe Lo Truglio, Kristen Bell, Don Cheadle, Ken Jeong and Elizabeth Banks. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenmarino/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/kenmarino?lang=en Get The State Reunion and T Shirt Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.263.5804 www.NickNickNick.com 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

Jul 16, 2020 • 36min
Tips To Qualifying Your Buyers & Being Honest On The Status Of Your Deals
Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast as Nick discusses the red flags and details of qualifying your buyers. This is an important topic as you may find yourself wasting tons of time and energy on people that are not being truthful, or are just stringing you along. By the end of this episode, you will learn how to better identify the good from the bad and also be able to pick up some tips on how to navigate the mental stress and perspective of buyers ghosting or deals falling apart. --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.263.5804 www.NickNickNick.com 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

Jul 13, 2020 • 1h 5min
JT Torres: Jiu-Jitsu Champion Talks Taking Risks, Business & Shake Shack
Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast and one of the most accomplished lightweight grapplers of his generation, Jiu-Jitsu Champion JT Torres. Such motivating information and personal stories that Nick and The 31-year-old grappler talk about including JT's somewhat rocky road to the top and how he manages his life by staying completely focused when the pressure is high and times are tough. JT stresses the importance of ALWAYS writing down his goals through all the ups and downs, dealing with obstacles and of course just simply NEVER QUITTING. JT is the owner and head instructor of ESSENTIAL BJJ in New York after being one of the principal figures in Andre Galvao's squad of elite grapplers fighting out of Atos San Diego in California. And Lastly we get to the bottom of the new wave of Jiu-Jitsu fighters in todays M.M.A climate and finding out if BJJ politics are alive and real and if they're hurting the growth of the sport. By the end of this episode, you will learn about a man who has given his life to BJJ. You will learn from his proven methods, determination and sacrifice . You'll understand that the journey is truly the destination. About JT Torres: Jonathan Torres was born on 9/2/89 in New York. He began training martial arts early in life, achieving a black belt in Karate even before he started High School, JT is currently a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and owner/head instructor of his own 3,000 sq ft academy in New York named Essential BJJ. One of the most accomplished lightweight grapplers of his generation, Torres made waves as a competitor with a crowd-pleasing style and a wealth of accomplishments at the highest level, including titles in the Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) and International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) circuits. Connect with JT Torres: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JTTorresBJJ/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtorresbjj/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/jtorresbjj?lang=en Websites: ESSENTAIL BJJ https://www.essentialbjj.com https://www.bjjheroes.com/bjj-fighters/jt-torres --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: 630.263.5804 www.NickNickNick.com 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
Jul 9, 2020 • 35min
Solo #1: Tactical & Emotional Factors For Choosing A Market To Invest In
Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast as he takes a solo episode to discuss the emotional and the technical sides of picking markets to invest in. He touches on the different factors that need to be considered when deciding where to invest as well as many of the mistakes and misconceptions to avoid. Whether overanalyzing and not getting anything done and being in a constant state of standing still or looking for tips to make sure while you are moving forward you are not making mistakes you will benefit from this show today. By the end of the episode, you will learn to understand why you may be overthinking getting started in a new market, gain confidence in knowing some key things to look for and be excited to expand your real estate investing buy box! Enjoy the podcast! Click for our Free Ebook ~ Connect with Nick Lamagna on ALL platforms by visiting www.NickNickNick.com/links nick@nicknicknick.com nicknicknick.com 630.384.9443 Review, 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 at www.NickNickNick.com/Links

Jul 6, 2020 • 1h 16min
UK Native Talks Investing Post Covid & Using P.P.C To Crush Florida Real Estate
Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast and Florida Real Estate Investor Chris Kelly as they talk about his beginning with rental properties over seas in the United Kingdom to his move to the US in 2014 and finding a stronger and more profitable niche in primarily flipping single family homes. Chris tells Nick about his transition and reasoning to primarily focus on the purchase, remodel and resale of single family assets. Initially starting his growth marketing through P.P.C (Pay Per Click), to now buying and selling hundreds of homes using his several businesses that all operate under the brand -Fast Sale Florida-. Finding the Hot Zone Zip Codes with the right buying pool to match and finding the right deals Post-Covid. By the end of this episode, you will learn what you need, but more importantly you'll learn WHAT WORKS for long time success in Real Estate rather than a part time hobby! Truly finding comfort in your workflow process and stop wasting time in the marketplace. About Chris Kelly: Chris Kelly is a highly successful single-family Florida real estate investor. He attended school in Port Charlotte prior to attending a British University where he achieved a 4 year Bachelors of Science Degree with Honors in Construction Engineering Management. While based in the UK, Chris created a single family portfolio of rental assets as well as high street estate agency in Barnsley, England. Following his return to Florida in 2014, Chris became both a Licensed Real Estate Broker as well as a Licensed General Contractor. He offers private investors excellent opportunities to invest in real estate backed by the asset so if you are interested in investing money in real estate please feel free to reach out. If you know of any off market real estate that you would like Chris to make you a cash offer on please do not hesitate to contact him below. Connect with Chris Kelly: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=759690712 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris.p.kelly111/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-kelly-32469742/ Websites: www.rightnowrealty.org www.fastsaleflorida.com www.fastfloridahousesale.com www.ablesterlingconstruction.com --- Connect with Nick Lamagna: Website: nick@nicknicknick.com Email: nicknicknick.com Phone: 630.384.9443 Instagram @NickLamagnainvest Twitter @NickLamagnainv Facebook Nick Lamagna LinkedIn: Nick Lamagna Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here www.nicknicknick.com/links Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes All Podcast Platforms Available Here www.nicknicknick.com/links Find all social media connections at www.nicknicknick.com/links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Review, & Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all platforms at: www.nicknicknick.com/links

Jul 3, 2020 • 1h 10min
The Salty Veteran Talks Military, Real Estate Wholesaling, Comedy and Personal Growth: John Condlin
After a 30 minute motivating intro and update on whats going on with & whats to come with The A Game Podcast from Nick himself, We are then joined with John Condlin, host of The Salty Veteran Podcast as they talk about his life experience from being a Navy Veteran, working as an aviation electronics technician simply to try something new in his life to now Real Estate Investing and even taking Stand Up Comedy classes. He is experiencing life to the fullest and always bringing his A Game! By the end of this episode, you will be inspired to make changes in your life, take chances and get the courage to do what makes you happy, whether it's with trying something new or learning a new trade, hobby or business you always have to put in the time to get the results! John Condlin eventually turned to Real Estate Investing simply because it was something new that he wanted to succeed in. The two also discuss some of their favorite podcasts and how they admire the hosts for truly putting in their time and dues to be at the Top-Level. About John Condlin and The Salty Veteran Podcast: The Salty Veteran podcast is hosted &.recorded by active duty and veterans of the U.S. military, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. They provide a platform for active duty military and veterans to promote their businesses, discuss politics and speak their mind. The military life and their experiences have developed them a twisted sense of humor and provide an alternate take on many social issues. Connect with John Condlin: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncondlin/ Email: thesaltyveteran@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaltyVeteran/ Instagram: @saltyveteranpodcast Website: www.thesaltyveteran.podbean.com The Salty Veteran Podcast is on all streaming platforms. Connect with Nick Lamagna: Email: nick@nicknicknick.com nicknicknick.com Phone:630.384.9443 Instagram @NickLamagnainvest Twitter @NickLamagnainv Facebook: Nick Lamagna @AGAMEPODCAST LinkedIn: Nick Lamagna Review, 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 All Podcast Platforms Available Here Find all social media connections at www.nicknicknick.com/links for Facebook, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Review, & Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all platforms at: www.nicknicknick.com/links

Jun 29, 2020 • 51min
Losing 150 pounds, Controlling Mental Health, Addiction & Achieving Goals That Last
Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with guestIJason Beim as they talk about his total life transformation. From being over 300lbs and addicted to drugs to now founder of "Jump Above Boundaries". By the end of this episode, you will be inspired to make changes in your life, whether it be with food, drugs, exercise or excess. You'll want to turn that negative into a positive. You'll learn how to overcome adversity and attain motivation through embracing the suck and stop being a victim. Jason talks about starting your day off with a WIN by making small daily adjustments. Tips to achieve goals that stick and recognize when you start going down that wrong path again. And most importantly that you don't need to go it alone! Jason Beim is a life coach and owner and founder of Jump Above Boundaries. He describes himself as an Average Joe that just wants others to learn from his mistakes. This may be one of the biggest understatements of all time. Jason is an extraordinary individual that has a powerful message and wants to help you reach your peak potential in life. To learn more about Jason and how he can help you become the greatest version of yourself click here: Connect with Jason Beim Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonbeim LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonbeim/ Twitter: @itsbeimtime Instagram: @itsbeimtime Website: https://www.sigulerguff.com/team/jason-beim-0 --- Connect with Nick Lamagna. Email: nick@nicknicknick.com Website: www.nicknicknick.com Phone: 630.384.9443 Instagram @NickLamagnainvest Twitter @NickLamagnainv Facebook: Nick Lamagna LinkedIn: Nick Lamagna Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here. www.nicknicknick.com/links Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. All Podcast Platforms Available Here. www.nicknicknick.com/links Links and Resources from this Episode: www.nicknicknick.com/links 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. Review, & Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all platforms at: www.nicknicknick.com/links

Jun 22, 2020 • 58min
Shane Carter on Unique Ways Of Making Millions In Sub-Division. Land Development and Multi-Family
Nick Lamagna host of The A Game Podcast and real estate investor talks with Shane Carter. Shane is a Real Estate Developer, Investor, Syndicator & Construction Professional. Listen as they talk about his start in contracting to now president of Community Investment Properties, based in New Hampshire. CIP buys, develops, renovates, repositions and holds apartment buildings, commercial assets and land in ME, NH, MA and FL. Shane has over 20 years of active real estate experience under his belt. Since 2000, Shane has acquired, renovated, managed, and sold more than 175 units, valued at over $22MM and has developed and built over $52MM in real estate through his construction firm. Community Investment Properties core focus is to buy, renovate and hold income producing assets in the mid to large size multifamily class. They also have successfully bought and sold multiple parcels of raw land, condominiums, commercial office, residential and industrial properties. They produce above average returns for their investors while creating beautiful homes for their tenants, thereby improving the communities they invest in. Shane is also the owner of Ridgeview Construction. Ridgeview Construction is a full-service Design/Build firm focusing on high-quality and sustainable buildings and spaces. They offer complete construction and renovation services including Project Management and pre-construction Design and Engineering. COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROPERTIES: CIPGLOBAL.NET RIDGEVIEW CONSTRUCTION: GREENBUILDERNH.COM EMAIL: expert@ridgeview-construction.com Links and Resources from this Episode 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. Review, & Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all platforms at: www.nicknicknick.com/links

Jun 18, 2020 • 1h 2min
Jennings Smith Talks Going From Contractor To Creative Finance Multi Family Investor
Nick Lamagna host of The A Game Podcast and real estate Investor talks with Jennings Smith as they talk about his start in contracting to his first investment purchase with a mobile home to now dealing with a giant slate of multi-family properties and always finding the maximum deal with his company Live Oak Investments. Giving him a leg up, Jennings has over fifteen years of residential and commercial construction experience. He built his company, Reality Construction, at just nineteen years old while attending Clemson University. After fifteen years and over one hundred million dollars of custom home development, he sold his company to Alair Custom Homes. His years of project management experience has helped him build a substantial multifamily real estate portfolio through value-add acquisitions. By the end of this episode, you will realize that you always have time, seek knowledge yourself, and find out how to do things your way. Links and Resources from this Episode Jennings Smith Links: Live Oak Investments http://liveoakrealestate.net https://rentliveoak.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennings-smith-18a065186/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rentliveoak Connect with Instagram : www.instagram.com/jenningsfostersmithjr 5 minute Deal Analyzer forms.aweber.com raise $90k download forms.aweber.com 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. Review, & Subscribe to The A Game Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all platforms at: www.nicknicknick.com/links


