
Scale Your CoLiving Real Estate
Dive into the world of real estate investing with Sam Wegert, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur with his expertise focused on CoLiving. Sam guides you through the intricacies of scaling up your portfolio, leveraging the potential of shared living spaces.
Sam will also shed light on the multi-faceted world of real estate with industry leaders, successful investors, and real estate professionals. Join our conversations as we bring a wealth of experience, innovative strategies, and real-world examples that will provide valuable insights to both novice and seasoned investors.
Latest episodes

Jan 31, 2025 • 1h 2min
Rocketing to CoLiving Success with Former Rocket Scientist Miller McSwain
In this episode, former rocket scientist turned CoLiving expert, Miller McSwain, breaks down how to scale a CoLiving business without using your own capital. From creative partnership models to managing thriving CoLiving communities, Miller shares his no-nonsense approach to building financial freedom through real estate. Plus, hear how he and his wife hacked house hacking—together. Don’t miss this episode packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to leverage CoLiving for impact and profit!
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Connect with Miller McSwain:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millermcswain (DM the work “Book” to get his book!)
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Jan 24, 2025 • 53min
How Ramon Casaus Built a Mega Real Estate Team During the Toughest Market
In this episode, Ramon Casaus shares his journey of building a "mega team" in residential real estate, ranked #299 out of 100,000 teams nationwide.
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Discover the secrets behind his $150 million sales volume, how he overcame one of the toughest years in real estate, and the lessons that transformed his leadership and team-building approach. Whether you're scaling a business, hiring your first team member, or simply looking for inspiration, Ramon’s insights on proven models, resilience, and fostering a winning culture will resonate.
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Don’t miss this deep dive into mindset, leadership, and success in challenging times!
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Connect with Ramon Casaus:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ramon.casaus
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Jan 17, 2025 • 48min
The Groundbreaking Way To Mitigate Risk In Real Estate Deals With Diego Melo
Join us for an insightful conversation with Diego Melo, a pioneer in coliving and real estate investing, as we explore the cutting-edge of ground-up coliving developments.
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Diego shares his journey from traditional real estate investing to revolutionizing affordable housing through innovative design and risk management. Learn how his strategies mitigate market uncertainties, advocate for community growth, and provide investors with sustainable opportunities.
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Connect with Diego Melo:
Website: https://www.strativentures.com
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Jan 10, 2025 • 53min
Mastering the Art of House Hacking for Maximum Returns With Danielle Anderson
Ready to stop renting and start building wealth through homeownership? In this episode, Danielle Anderson reveals how house hacking can turn your biggest expense into your biggest asset. Learn step-by-step strategies to afford a home, earn rental income, and even travel while your property pays for itself!
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Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone looking to help others, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Share it with someone who needs to hear this!
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Connect with Danielle Anderson:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielleanderson_loans
Website: https://www.danielleandersonloans.com
Email address: danielle@danielleandersonloans.com
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Jan 3, 2025 • 54min
Transforming LA Real Estate with Creative CoLiving Ground Up Construction with Ross French
Discover the future of coliving in this groundbreaking episode with Ross French, a visionary developer building 32-bedroom duplexes in Los Angeles, one of the world's most expensive real estate markets.
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Ross shares his innovative strategies for ground-up construction, maximizing zoning potential, and stabilizing properties with creative cash-flow models. From working with Medi-Cal to tackling transitional housing for foster youth, Ross explains how coliving isn't just a trend - it’s a transformative housing solution. Tune in to learn his secrets to raising capital, designing for community, and achieving infinite returns in a niche that's here to stay.
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Connect with Ross French:
Phone number: 562 236 6808 (please use responsibly!)
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Dec 27, 2024 • 1h 11min
How Fernando Corona Closed 70 CoLiving Loans in One Year
Are you ready to uncover the secrets of high-cash-flow coliving investments and creative lending?
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Join us as Fernando Corona, a lending expert who’s closed over 70 coliving loans this year, shares his journey from investor to niche broker, revealing his proven strategies for financing coliving homes. In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges and rewards of structuring coliving deals, raising capital, navigating DSCR loans, and finding creative ways to make financing work.
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Connect with Fernando Corona:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsfernandocorona
Phone number: 626-714-2440 (please use responsibly!)
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Dec 20, 2024 • 48min
From Air Force Engineer to Financially Free by 33 Years Old: Dean Valentini’s Journey
Join us as Dean Valentini shares his journey from an active-duty Air Force engineer to a successful real estate investor, now speaking at BPCon! Dean dives deep into his story—from his first “accidental” investment to mastering house hacking and scaling multifamily properties. He unpacks how the military prepared him for the discipline needed in real estate, the value of VA loans, and his approach to intentional, wealth-building decisions. Discover how to get started in real estate, avoid rookie mistakes, and achieve financial independence on your terms!
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Connect with Dean Valentini:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeanofwealth
Email address: dean@18alphainvesting.com
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Dec 13, 2024 • 52min
The Mindset Shift That Took Casey Quinn from Zero to $100M in Just 5 Years
How does one scale from 0 to over 850 doors and $100M in real estate in just five years?
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In this episode, we dive into Casey Quinn’s journey from CPA to real estate mogul, learning how he overcame fear, leveraged accountability, and took massive action to build his empire—without ever using his own money.
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Casey shares his mindset, the key to raising capital, and how he grew by eliminating ego. If you're ready to scale your real estate portfolio and mindset, this is a must-listen.
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Connect with Casey Quinn:
Website: https://www.caseyryanquinn.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseyryanquinn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caseyryanquinn
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Dec 6, 2024 • 33min
How a College Kid Turned House Hacking Into Million-Dollar Deals with Andres Bustamante
In this episode, we dive deep into the real estate journey of a former collegiate leasing agent who transformed into a successful realtor for professional athletes. Andres Bustamante shares his inspiring story—from house hacking his way through college to navigating million-dollar deals in Austin’s booming market.
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Connect with Andres Bustamante:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andresbustatx
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com

Nov 29, 2024 • 39min
The Secret to Killing Complacency with Marty Hofmann
In this episode, we sit down with Marty Hoffman, host of the Kill Complacency podcast, to explore the power of intentional living and relentless action. Marty shares how he transformed his life and business by "killing complacency" and embracing challenges, from running to navigating real estate investments.
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He dives into the importance of mindset, taking risks, and learning from failure to succeed. Marty's story and advice will inspire you to take bold action and build a future beyond paycheck-to-paycheck living.
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Connect with Marty Hofmann:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theintentionalinvestor1
Make Your Bed Speech: https://youtu.be/yaQZFhrW0fU?si=JocWRbmCd_ovlCGF
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Connect with Sam Wegert:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@scaleyourrealestate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate
Join the 5-Day CoLiving Real Estate Challenge: https://www.scaleyourrealestate.com
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