

Elevate with Tyler Chesser - The Real Estate Podcast for Investing, Mindset and Personal Development
Tyler Chesser
Mindset, mind expansion and personal development for high-performing real estate investors. Join Tyler Chesser, a successful real estate entrepreneur and personal growth thought leader, as he sits down for mind expanding conversations with influential authorities in real estate, as well as top experts in other industries and disciplines. In these discussions, Tyler distills the mindset, habits, routines and tactics from the experts which will support you in your own quest to Elevate to a life without limits.
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Aug 25, 2020 • 49min
E81 - Creating a Legacy Through Real Estate Investing on the Side with Dr. Nimesh Patel
For his day job, Nimesh Patel is a board-certified orthopedic trauma surgeon. While he primarily focuses on orthopedic trauma, he also takes care of patients needing total hip and total knee replacements. He is part of AO faculty, which is an international organization that conducts conferences teaching orthopedic trauma skills to orthopedic residents in training, as well as practicing orthopedic surgeons.
Additionally, Nimesh is working on growing a real estate portfolio. He is the founder and principal of Lion Park Capital, LLC. He has served as a limited partner as well as a general partner on several deals. Nimesh has been married for almost 18 years and is the father of four young boys.
In this episode, Tyler and Nimesh’s discussion focused on creating generational wealth by investing in real estate on the side. They discussed Nimesh’s preparation for the unexpected by his ability to pivot, successful systems Nimesh has implemented in his business, passive investing, leveraging members of his team to accelerate his success and managing his psychology.
Other topics included finding role models in your own day-to-day circle, gratitude, why NImesh chose multifamily, looking for weak spots, the camaraderie of multifamily investors, intermittent fasting and more!
Connect with Nimesh:
nimeshpatel@lionparkcap.com
The following books were mentioned in the show:
The Obstacle is the Way, by Ryan Holiday
Start with Why, by Simon Sinek
Can’t Hurt Me, by David Goggins
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Aug 21, 2020 • 1h 4min
E80 - Creating Investment Opportunities with CF Capital Co-Founders Tyler Chesser and Bryan Flaherty
In this episode, Tyler was joined by his business partner Bryan Flaherty, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of CF Capital, a private equity investment firm. Bryan is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of the firm, the investment strategy for acquisitions and dispositions, asset management, as well as investor and equity relationships. Bryan was selected as one of the “20 People to Know in Real Estate” by Louisville Business First in 2019, is a member of the Kentucky CCIM Chapter, a Candidate for the Certified Commercial Investment Member designation, and the former Chairman of the March of Dimes Commercial REACH Award.
Tyler and Bryan’s discussion focused on how CF Capital can provide new investment opportunities to other people. They discussed specifics of the firm, including how CF Capital can provide value to aspiring and/or inexperienced investors, how the firm benefits by flying under the institutional radar, the firm’s geographic reach and its advantageous location, and Bryan’s analysis of the current debt market.
They also discussed the higher level philosophies of the firm, go in-depth on its mission of “Elevating Communities Together” and its four core values of leadership, integrity, excellence and purpose.
Additionally, they shared personal stories, including how their background in brokerage and corporate America uniquely positions them for investing, Bryan’s mixed experiences of reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, why they chose multifamily real estate and much more. Tune in to learn about the value that CF Capital can provide Elevate Nation!
The following book was mentioned in the show:
Rich Dad Poor Dad, by Robert Kiyosaki
Connect with Bryan, Tyler and CF Capital:
Bryan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-flaherty-mba-47a6871b
Bryan’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/BryanFlaherty
Bryan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryanflaherty414/
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-chesser-ccim-88a54325
Tyler’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetylerchesser
Tyler’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetylerchesser/
CF Capital’s Website: https://www.cfcapllc.com/
CF Capital’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/CFCapitalLLC
CF Capital’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CFCapitalLLC
CF Capital’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cf-capital-llc
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Aug 18, 2020 • 54min
E79 - Consciously Choosing Happiness with Deborah Heisz
Deborah K. Heisz's forte is building strong teams and leading them to embody the founder's vision and company culture. With more than 20 years of leadership experience in the multibillion dollar direct selling industry, Deborah K. Heisz has successfully built and led strong teams to achieve strategic goals. Deborah has successfully chaired Neora’s global steering committee and directed the leadership team to position the company for new growth. In addition to being Neora’s Co-CEO, Deborah maintains her role as Chief Executive Officer of Live Happy, LLC. Deborah is the co-founder and editorial director of the Live Happy magazine and the happiness movement.
Tyler and Deborah’s discussion focused on the idea that we are in control of our lives and happiness is a choice. They discussed the science of positive psychology, not having goals at the expense of congruence, happiness growing when shared, hope as a key component of happiness, and other science-backed nuggets of wisdom necessary happiness. They also talked about how we’re genetically wired to seek out negativity, with Deborah sharing two activities we can do everyday to think more positively.
Other topics included the importance of fully engaging in what you’re doing, how Deborah instills motivation in her team, painting a vision of your destination, leading by listening, flow, passion for what you do and much more!
Connect with Deborah:Email: editor@livehappy.com
Website: livehappy.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeborahKHeisz
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dheisz
The following books were mentioned in the show:
The Slight Edge, by Jeff Olson
Good to Great, by Jim Collins
Give and Take, by Adam Grant
Outliers, by Malcolm Gladwell
Flow, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Aug 14, 2020 • 1h 4min
E78 - Consistent Preparation and Investing in Long-Term Relationships with Jason Stuecker
Jason Stuecker earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky and his MBA from Bellarmine. He currently serves as the Louisville market president for Forcht Bank. As the market executive, he oversees the commercial banking and retail banking operation as well as community development efforts. He is also a current member of Leadership Louisville Center and graduate of their signature leadership programs -- Ignite Louisville and Leadership Louisville. In 2019, he was appointed as board member for the Department of Financial Institutions in Kentucky. Jason was recognized as one of 20 people to know in Finance by Business First and also recognized in 2014 Forty Under 40.
In this episode, Tyler and Jason’s discussion focused on the power of consistency. Jason talked about his commitment of getting one percent better each day through learning from podcasts and books, the importance of simply showing up, and how his daily mental and physical preparation has impacted him as a banker.
They also discussed the importance of investing in long-term relationships, covering the most important components of developing strong relationships, the relationship advantages of working for a community bank versus working at a regional bank, and how your relationships can be affected by your actions during the pandemic.
Other topics included possessing passion for what you do, opportunities for late bloomers to find their footing, Jason’s career advice to people in their 20s, debt market outlooks, the biggest opportunities for real estate investors during the pandemic, giving your employees a voice and more!
Connect with Jason:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-stuecker-b3226717
Website: forchtbank.com
The following books were mentioned in a show:
Steve Jobs, by Walter Isaacson
Janesville, by Amy Goldstein
Too Big to Fail, by Andrew Ross Sorkin
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Aug 11, 2020 • 59min
E77 - Servant Leadership and Seeking Wise Counsel with Jeremy Harrell
Jeremy Harrell is a U.S. Army Combat Veteran of Iraqi Freedom. He served honorably for nine years and was a Non-Commissioned Officer. After leaving the Army, Jeremy went to school at Mid-Continent University studying Business Management. Jeremy started a career in Operation Management in the Manufacturing and the Supply Chain Logistics Industry. As a man with an entrepreneurial heart, he wanted to do more to support the Veteran community. Two years ago, Jeremy founded a nonprofit called Veteran’s Club Inc in Kentucky. He has assisted over thousands of Veterans in a multitude of ways such as his nationally recognized Equine Therapy Program, Career Transition for Vets, Family Outreach Program, and is currently developing the Camp Restoration Community to house and heal homeless veterans.
In this episode, Tyler and Jeremy’s discussion primarily focused on seeking wise counsel and investing in yourself to become a servant leader. They talked about possessing humility when you need help, finding successful people, not asking anyone to do anything you wouldn’t do yourself, becoming less outcome-driven and Jeremy’s admiration of General George Patton’s leadership style. Jeremy also shared how to build a team and a solution-based process, and how to get every team member on the same mindset.
Other topics included defining success by positively impacting the world around you, showing you care about others through listening, offering help, the military’s “always be training” mentality, awareness, raising the bar by taking common sense approaches like focusing on building personal relationships and more!
Connect with Jeremy:
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_w_harrell/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.wayne.harrell
Veterans Club KY Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veteransclubky/
Vetereans Club KY Website: https://veteransclubinc.org/
The following books were mentioned in the show:
The Bible
Reset, by David Murray
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Aug 7, 2020 • 57min
E76 - Women in Real Estate and Creative Solutions to Problems with Whitney Nicely
Whitney Nicely is an expert property investor, speaker, and real estate coach. Before quitting her nine-to-five, Whitney scraped by on $24,000 a year working a desk job and living on her parent’s couch. Now, she owns more than $1.5 million in real estate assets. Whitney Nicely went from no investments to 15 houses, 19 apartment units, and seven chunks of land in less than three years - all bringing monthly money to her bank account on autopilot. Whitney now teaches hundreds of women how they too can use no money down, no credit, and no banks to finance their real estate deals.
The main theme of Tyler and Whitney’s discussion focused on how real estate is all about solving problems. They talked about creative financing through lease options, striving to solve problems for the seller, valuable negotiating skills and the red paperclip story. Whitney also talked about four types of sellers: past, present, future and never.
Another focal point of their discussion was Whitney’s mission of helping women get their first deal done fast. Whitney shared why there aren’t many women in real estate and how they can get started. Other topics included coaching in various fields, delegating tasks, adapting to virtual events, positive affirmations on Youtube and more!
Connect with Whitney:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebuysit_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitneynicely
The following books were mentioned in the show:
The Pumpkin Plan, by Mike Michalowicz
Profit First, by Mike Michalowicz
Building a Story Brand, by Donald Miller
The One Minute Millionaire, by Mark Victor Hansen
Sum it Up, by Pat Summitt
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Aug 4, 2020 • 56min
E75 - Creating Systems for Effective Property Management with Jimmy Murray
Jimmy Murray is a millennial house hacker turned corporate dropout. Jimmy is the co-owner of Lyon Property Management. Lyon manages just under 600 doors in the Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts markets.
In this episode, Tyler and Jimmy’s discussion focused on the systems and processes for creating the most effective property management service possible. They discussed the traits required to be an effective property manager, placing great tenants, the turnover process, the importance of communication, the biggest mistakes property managers make, as well as technology, with Jimmy sharing insight on the three major showing software programs. They also talked about creating processes to improve your team, rather than competing against competitors.
Other topics included creating art by following your passion, the difference between a great real estate investor and a speculator, Andy Frisella’s 75 Hard, the BRRRR method, problematic tenants, pivoting, living the life you want coaching and more. Elevate Nation can expect an insightful discussion on one of the most key components of creating a successful real estate portfolio!
Connect with Jimmy:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenotoriouscfk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenotoriousCFK
Website: http://www.lyonpropertygroup.com/
The following books were mentioned in the show:
The Richest Man in Babylon, by George S. Clason
The Wealthy Gardener, by John Soforic
The Dip, by Seth Godin
The Icarus Deception, by Seth Godin
The Four Disciplines of Execution, by Chris McChesney
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Jul 31, 2020 • 1h 1min
E74 - Empowered Coaching, Speaking and Writing with Author Honorée Corder
Honorée Corder is an executive and strategic book coach, TEDx speaker, and the author of dozens of books including You Must Write a Book, The Prosperous Writer book series, Like a Boss book series, Business Dating, The Successful Single Mom book series, If Divorce is a Game, These are the Rules, The Divorced Phoenix, and Stop Trying So F*cking Hard and many more. Additionally, she is co-creator of The Miracle Morning book series with Hal Elrod. Honorée coaches business professionals, writers, and aspiring non-fiction authors who want to publish their books to bestseller status, create a platform, and develop multiple streams of income one-on-one and in her Publishing Ph.D. LIVE! Course. She also runs the Empire Builders Mastermind.
In this episode, Tyler and Honorée’s discussion focused on Honorée’s journey of overcoming limiting beliefs to become a successful business coach, speaker and author. They talked about the Tony Robbins book that started her personal growth journey, becoming conscious of her limiting beliefs, growing her coaching and speaking business, and, ultimately, committing to writing her first book. She also shared her methodology of writing a book, gave advice for aspiring authors who want to solely serve humanity, and provided tips on how to develop a vision.
Other topics included quantum mechanics, how to be mindless, synchronicities, meditation, her “power down” routine and why she reads fiction at night, writing daily thank you notes, feng shui, setting intentions, affirmations and more!
Connect with Honorée:
Website: honoreecorder.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/honoree/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honoree/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/honoree
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honoree/
Free Copy of Business Dating: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/7xidvzrjp4Book
The following books were mentioned in the show:
Awaken the Giant Within, by Tony Robbins
Relentless, by Tim Grover
Mind to Matter, by Dawson Church
The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity, by Catherine Ponder
The Law of Success, by Napoleon Hill
The Miracle Morning, by Hal Elrod
Power vs. Force, by David R. Hawkins
The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Jul 28, 2020 • 55min
E73 - Multidisciplinary Approach to Enduring Success with Television Personality John Brenkus
John Brenkus has spent the last decade studying and popularizing the unique characteristics of the world’s greatest athletes. A co-founder of BASE Productions, he co-created Fight Science for the National Geographic Channel. He is also the on-air host, co-creator and executive producer of ESPN’s Sport Science. Sport Science has appeared in and produced over 1800 segments that have been featured on ABC and ESPN's enormous sports platform. Through Sport Science, Brenkus has appeared before 80 million people annually for the last decade, has won six Emmys, and has written a NYT Bestseller "The Perfection Point". His expertise in analyzing sports science-related things has landed him national endorsement deals with Ford, Adidas, Under Armor, Coors Light and many more. He’s also the CMO of Kill Cliff, a clean energy drink company.
In this episode, Tyler and John’s discussion focused on embracing uncertainty and taking the first step to start new entrepreneurial ventures. They talked about John's “commit first, figure it out later” mindset, making something out of nothing, the “Nirvana factor” and John’s sense of urgency to be something, striving to be bold and expecting the unexpected. John also shared the importance of versatility and other applicable patterns he’s observed from working with the world’s greatest athletes.
Other topics included John’s curiosity of sports and science, making compelling arguments based on facts, dealing with people, being present instead of worrying, daily prayer, religion, running, asking questions, Kill Cliff energy drink and more!
Connect with John:
Website: https://killcliff.com/
App Website: https://www.soulandscience.com/
Self-Defense Website: saveyourlife2020.com
Eric the Trainer: morningglorylive.com
The following books were mentioned in the show:
The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Born to Run, by Christopher McDougall
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.

Jul 24, 2020 • 1h 1min
E72 - Systematically Turning Passion Into Execution with Mike Paton
Mike Paton has been learning from entrepreneurs for most of his life. Today he works hard to give back – as an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, Certified Entrepreneurial Operating System® Implementer, and as the Global Ambassador for EOS Worldwide. Paton discovered EOS a dozen years ago while trying to take a $7 million company to the next level. Feeling stuck and more than a little frustrated, his search for answers led him to Gino Wickman and EOS. Having helped run four entrepreneurial companies, Paton instantly recognized the power of this simple, holistic “way of operating” a small business.
In this episode, Tyler and Paton’s discussion focused on the value of EOS and its purpose of systematically turning passion into execution across an aligned team. They discussed the efficiency and productivity of level 10 meetings, validating gut instincts, setting quarterly rocks, accountability and discipline, and combining vision and traction for your business. Paton also shared the most common struggles for entrepreneurs.
Other topics included working remotely, coaching, willingness to make mistakes, spiritual centering meditation, self-forgiveness, generational stereotypes and more! This is a super insightful episode for those seeking entrepreneurial freedom!
Connect with Paton:
Website: eosworldwide.com
Email: mpaton@eosworldwide.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepaton/
The following books were mentioned in the show:
Get a Grip, by Gino Wickman and Mike Paton
Traction, by Gino Wickman
Integrity, by Dr. Henry Cloud
The Oz Principle, by Roger Connors
Apply for coaching with Tyler! The world's top performers in any field have a coach to help them achieve drastically greater results and in less time. The most successful real estate investors are no different. To apply for a results coaching session with Tyler, visit coachwithtyler.com.
This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com.


