Capital Hacking

In this episode of Capital Hacking, host Josh McCallen and John Edwin dive into the topic of GoBundance. They are joined by six GoBundance members (David Kiernan, Joe Colasuonno, Martin Eiden, Lance Knaub, Hoan Thai, & Brian Beers) who share their personal experiences and discuss the importance of joining communities like GoBundance to improve various aspects of their lives. The episode provides insights into what GoBundance is all about - a group of men dedicated to becoming the best versions of themselves and living fulfilled and meaningful lives. Tune in to hear their inspiring stories and discover the power of joining a tribe like GoBundance.[00:01:34] What is GoBundance?[00:05:17] Authenticity in celebrating wins.[00:09:08] The collective mindset and mastermind.[00:10:49] Motivating success stories.[00:14:07] Wholeness and personal growth.[00:18:46] National trips and experiences.[00:20:57] GoPods and their impact.[00:24:48] Creating self-managing teams.[00:28:10] A diverse group of men.[00:29:13] Making a difference in life.In this episode, the importance of personal and financial growth through self-improvement is emphasized. The host highlights how many individuals may be financially successful but struggle in other areas of their lives, such as their physical well-being or relationships. It is emphasized that achieving wholeness and growth in all aspects of life is crucial.The host also references John Maxwell's book, which discusses the idea of working on oneself. It is mentioned that personal growth sets the limit for how far one can go, and becoming a humble leader requires continuous self-improvement.Furthermore, the concept of a mastermind is introduced as a valuable tool for personal growth. The host mentions Napoleon Hill and his book "Think and Grow Rich," which emphasizes the importance of a mastermind. The GoPod group follows Hill's formula by meeting weekly and sharing everything. This group provides support, accountability, and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.Overall, the episode highlights the significance of self-improvement for personal and financial growth. It suggests that once the financial aspect is taken care of, attention can be directed towards other important areas of life, such as family and health.GoBundance is a community of men dedicated to becoming the best versions of themselves. They strive for improvement in all aspects of their lives, including entrepreneurship, relationships, and personal well-being. The group describes themselves as a tribe of healthy, wealthy, and generous men who choose to live epic lives. They believe in being well-rounded in all areas, including physical, spiritual, and relational aspects. GoBundance focuses on personal growth and achievingTurn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

In this episode of Capital Hacking, hosts John Edwin and Josh McCallen are joined by Daniel Holmlund, a real estate investor with a 20-year legacy in the industry. They discuss the challenges of being a hard lender and the importance of building a community and giving back. Daniel shares his experience in real estate investing and how he has created an education format to help others start buying their own properties and jump into syndications. He also emphasizes the value of sweat equity and learning from successful syndicators. Tune in to gain valuable insights from this real estate expert.[00:02:08] Cracking the code on syndications.[00:04:21] Correcting the pronunciation of names.[00:08:33] Investing in local communities.[00:11:14] Lessons learned from bad partnerships.[00:14:10] Sweat equity and success.[00:19:15] Real estate education at Intel.[00:21:42] LinkedIn research strategy.[00:24:45] Creating a community.[00:27:19] Joining the Alternative Investing Club.When it comes to buying real estate, it's crucial to approach it with a farming mindset rather than a hunting mentality. This means taking the time to educate yourself and establish a solid foundation, rather than rushing into the process for quick success. Just like farming, real estate requires planting seeds, nurturing them, and allowing them to grow over time. It's not an instant achievement, but rather a patient and gradual process. The episode emphasizes the importance of avoiding the allure of overnight success portrayed in popular shows. Instead, viewers are encouraged to view real estate as a long-term investment that demands nurturing and care. By dedicating time to educate yourself and build a reliable team, you set yourself up for success in the real estate market.One topic that the episode delves into is the concept of human capital and its significance in real estate investing. The host and guest discuss how human capital, which encompasses individuals' skills, knowledge, and abilities, is a valuable asset that can be leveraged in real estate investing. They introduce the term "sweat equity" and liken it to a "wealth internship," highlighting the idea that investing time and effort into real estate can yield substantial returns.The guest, Daniel, shares his personal experience of transitioning from a career in technology to becoming a real estate investor. He emphasizes the abundance of opportunities for individuals to actively participate in growing real estate enterprises. The host mentions internships as a means to gain experience and industry insights, expressing a desire to educate people about the possibilities in real estate.Furthermore, the episode underscores the importance of networking and harnessing human capital in real estate investing. The guest descriTurn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

In this episode of Capital Hacking, hosts Josh and John interview Brian Luebben from Action Academy. The discussion revolves around Brian's journey to finding his "why" and how he helps others create a vivid vision for themselves. Brian shares his experience of making a quarter million dollars in sales, deciding to travel the world, and launching a business, a podcast, and a mastermind. He also talks about dealing with panic attacks and the importance of having a community around you. The hosts emphasize the importance of building a community and being a resource for others.[00:01:39] Pursuing entrepreneurship after success.[00:05:51] Figuring out what you want.[00:06:45] Creating a vision for success.[00:09:41] Self-imposed restrictions in strategy.[00:12:30] Pour into others for success.[00:16:28] Leaving a high paying job.[00:18:09] Overcoming travel anxiety.[00:20:53] Creating impact beyond oneself.[00:25:41] Pursuing your passions.[00:26:38] Finding happiness in the climb.[00:29:52] Scaling a business.In this podcast episode, the speaker emphasizes the importance of setting big, audacious goals and working towards them as a way to live a fulfilling life. As entrepreneurs who have earned the ability to have freedom, they are not meant to just sit on the beach and do nothing. The speaker shares his personal experience of having to slow down for a couple of months to figure out his next move after completely killing his identity as a corporate guy. He also runs a community that helps people leave corporate America and replace it with cash flow. They begin with the vision first and do the hard stuff first, which involves creating goals that support the vision, breaking them into benchmarks, and putting themselves in an accountability pod to hold each other accountable. The speaker believes that people are starved for that level of accountability.According to the podcast episode, the key to the story is figuring out what you want. Many people are good at working hard and making money, but it is important to know what you want in life and work towards it. The host uses the analogy of driving a car down an endless highway without any gas stations on either side. Some people may be driving a Ferrari while others may be driving a Toyota, but without knowing where they want to go, they will just keep driving aimlessly. The episode emphasizes the importance of setting big goals and working towards them, as it adds spice to life. The host also suggests that people should not be emotionally attached to the end outcome or results, but rather be emotionally attached to the inputs. In other words, people should focus on the process of achieving their goals rather than the end result.The podcast host created a 52-hour course that focused on vision,Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

On this episode of Capital Hacking, hosts Josh McCallen and John Edwin interview Josh Hatter, who has transitioned from short-term Airbnb rentals to short-term bed and breakfast boutique hotels. Hatter shares his passion for hospitality and explains how he found his niche by blending short-term rental houses with large-format hospitality. The hosts also discuss the benefits of this type of investing and geek out with Hatter over his success. Despite confusion over having two Josh's on the show, the hosts and guest provide valuable insights into the world of hospitality investing.[00:02:35] Short-term rentals & boutique hotels.[00:03:38] Investing in real estate.[00:07:28] Bed and breakfast properties.[00:09:56] Boutique hospitality investment properties.[00:13:41] Short-term rental economics.[00:18:44] EBITDA and profit margins.[00:19:55] Airbnb breakfast and dynamic pricing.[00:23:11] Commercial real estate investing.[00:26:57] Historic towns for hotel investments.Josh Hatter has a unique approach to investing that combines short-term rental houses with large-format hospitality. He has transitioned from short-term Airbnb rentals to short-term bed and breakfast boutique hotels, and has established a property company (prop co) and an operating company (op co). The bed and breakfast business pays rent to the property company and is responsible for all utilities and expenses, which protects the real estate from potential lawsuits and ensures that the business is liable for any liabilities. With over a decade of experience in the short-term rental industry, Josh Hatter has found his niche in the boutique hotel space and is passionate about hospitality.On a recent episode of the show, Josh McCallen and John Edwin were excited to have Josh Hatter as a guest to discuss his unique investing strategies. During the episode, Josh Hatter shared his investment journey, including his strategy of investing his 401k money to make it grow, which was not recommended by any financial advisor but worked for him. Josh McCallen and John Edwin were impressed by Josh Hatter's passion and knowledge in the industry, and the episode provides valuable insights into investing in the hospitality industry and the importance of making an impact on others.Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

In this episode of Capital Hacking, hosts Josh McCallen and John Edwin interview Travis Chappell, a former Bible college student turned sales professional and entrepreneur. Chappell shares his powerful referral hacking technique for lead generation, as well as his insights on how to change your life one step at a time. He also discusses the benefits of podcasting and shares his own hack for attracting guests to your show. Don't miss this inspiring and informative episode![00:01:42] Referral hacking and life change.[00:05:30] Finding purpose after college.[00:09:20] Starting a podcast.[00:10:01] Podcast coaching and referrals.[00:13:35] Podcasting for enjoyment.[00:15:30] Self-help industry criticism.[00:18:22] Building a Guest Marketplace.[00:21:01] Podcast Guest Fees.[00:23:53] Empathy and understanding others.[00:26:45] Angel investors and SAFE financing.[00:29:50] Starting a podcast for networking.[00:33:01] Adding value to relationships.[00:36:09] Referral-based hacks.[00:38:02] Building relationships through value.According to the podcast episode, successful people are usually willing to help others succeed and share their expertise. However, they are also very busy and their time is valuable. The key factor for them to invest their time in someone else is to see that their time is being used effectively. They want to see that the person they are helping is taking action and making progress towards their goals. If the person they are helping is not taking action or wasting their time, they will eventually stop taking their calls. Therefore, it is important for the person seeking help to be someone who is worth investing in and to provide value to the person they are seeking help from. This can be done by taking action on the advice given, making connections for the person, or finding other ways to add value to their life or career. The episode emphasizes that investing in personal development and taking action on advice given by successful people is crucial for achieving success. Successful people want to help, but they need to see that their time is being used effectively and that they are making a difference. To be worth investing in, one must provide some sort of value to the other person, such as doing the things they tell you to do or making connections for them. The more successful someone is, the more willing they are to help others get there. However, busy people's time is valuable, and one cannot waste it. The only reason successful people will continue to invest their time in someone is if they see that they are making a difference and taking action on the advice given. Therefore, it is essential to take action on the advice given by successful people to achieve success.Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

On this episode of Capital Hacking, hosts Josh McCallen and John Edwin interview Travis Baucom, an experienced real estate investor who went from owning 400 properties to having to sell them all and start over again in the self-storage space. Travis shares his story and insights into his current successful investing strategy, which involves self-storage instead of houses. The hosts and Travis also discuss the differences between house investing and commercial investing, and why Travis believes houses are not a good investment. Listeners will learn valuable lessons about real estate investing from Travis's experiences and expertise.[00:00:55] Self-storage investing strategy.[00:03:43] Real estate investment strategies.[00:06:57] Business Failure and Growth.[00:10:06] Leadership and accountability in business.[00:13:21] Real estate investment pitfalls.[00:16:50] Overcoming Adversity in Real Estate.[00:19:58] Commercial Real Estate Investment.[00:23:18] Self-storage facility management.[00:28:06] Investing in storage facilities.[00:30:04] Real estate investment opportunity.Travis Baucom faced a challenging time both personally and financially, losing his employees, properties, and assets. However, he managed to turn things around by venturing into self-storage investing. He purchased all three books on self-storage investing from Amazon, read them, and listened to numerous podcasts on the subject. He began reaching out to people, conversing with brokers, and building relationships. Travis and his wife jotted down their objectives, including the amount of storage and cash flow they desired, allowing him to concentrate on developing his self-storage business. The value-add component of self-storage investing is unique compared to other real estate investments, as it primarily involves identifying demand.In the episode, the guest speaker explains that commercial real estate is valued based on the income approach, while houses are valued based on the comparable market approach. They clarify that if you have five houses in a row, each one is likely to be worth about the same amount, regardless of their rental rates. However, with commercial real estate, such as a storage facility, if you purchase it and increase its net operating income from $100,000 to $200,000 annually, you have doubled its value. This is because commercial real estate allows for forced appreciation through business planning. The guest speaker also notes that in the case of storage facilities, they are valued solely for their real estate value, not for any additional business value. The speaker invests in commercial real estate in the Sunbelt States and near-Sunbelt States, with a focus on conservative leadership and growing populations. They currently own six Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

In this episode of Capital Hacking, Josh McCallen interviews Kyle McCorkel, an industrial engineer turned full-time real estate investor. Kyle shares his journey of building a machine to find deals and add to his portfolio, how he finances those deals, and partners for success. He also discusses his passion for helping others achieve financial freedom and how he and his family are charting their course towards it. If you're a learner interested in real estate investing, this episode is a must-listen! Visit us www.capitalhacking.com for all episodes and show notes![00:01:28] Building a wholesale machine.[00:03:58] Passive income and real estate.[00:08:00] Tracking real estate cash flow.[00:11:34] Unique portfolio tracking method.[00:14:56] Direct mail marketing strategy.[00:17:49] Targeting strategies for leads.[00:21:15] Buy and hold acquisition drought.[00:25:16] Real Life Rentals and Twitter.Kyle, the guest, began investing in real estate in 2015 while still working and consulting. He was searching for ways to generate passive income and stumbled upon real estate as a viable option. He started purchasing his own properties and continued working until around 2019 when he reorganized his finances and began living off his wife's income. This allowed him to focus full-time on expanding his real estate portfolio, which now includes 54 rental units, a wholesaling business, and property flipping. His ultimate goal is to reach a point where his wife can also leave her job, achieving financial freedom for their family.Kyle's current focus is on building his wholesaling business, flipping properties, and acquiring as many rental properties as possible. He has already left his job and is working towards expanding his portfolio even further. He rearranged his finances and was able to live off his wife's income, which allowed him to concentrate on building his real estate portfolio full-time. His ultimate goal is to achieve financial freedom for himself and his family.Kyle believes in trying new things and being willing to fail. He acknowledges that he tries something new all the time and feels like he fails 99% of the time. However, he believes that even if you succeed 1% of the time, you can start to do some pretty cool stuff. Kyle's business plan has grown organically, and he admits to feeling around in the dark sometimes. He has built a robust business plan that focuses on building the machine to acquire properties, rather than just acquiring them. Kyle's ultimate goal is to reach a point where his wife can leave her job.Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

Today's episode we hear from Anthony Vigilante a long-time friend of Capital Hacking and we finally got him on the show! It has been a long time waiting but we are so glad he joined us. He dropped a gold mine of wealth. Don't miss this show!About Anthony Vigilante:Anthony has been in the financial industry for 20+ years running Enterprise Technology and as a Chief Security Officer. He graduated from New York University with a BS in Information Systems Management and from Fordham University with a MS in Computer Science. Anthony also holds an Advanced Certificate in Financial Econometrics and Data Analysis from Fordham's Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Anthony sits on the National Board of Directors for America On Tech, which is a national nonprofit on a mission to mentor and guide underprivileged students to thrive in careers in technology and innovation. He regularly speaks at various conferences specializing in the areas of Technology and Cybersecurity. Anthony has been a multifaceted investor most of his life, strategically observing the overall economy in order to decide where the current opportunities may reside.Turn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

In this episode of Capital Hacking, host Josh McCallen interviews Marc Halpern, an expert in chemistry and private investing. Halpern shares his evolution through the world of private investing, starting from real estate and learning how to maximize his IRA to become a successful investor. He also talks about the content he created, including his expertise in phase transfer catalysis. Listeners can expect a thought-provoking and informative deep mastermind on private investing.Marc is a successful part-real real estate investor who achieved financial freedom by doing only 1-2 deals per year as an active investor over 11 years (www.PartTimeInvestors.com). He then reached “The Ultimate Passive Investor Endgame” by transitioning out of active single-family home investing into high ROI truly passive private placement investing. He diversifies his private placements in three dimensions. For example, his self-directed Roth 401(k) is invested in 10 private placements in 7 sectors with 5 syndicators, fund managers, and project sponsors. Marc wrote two books on real estate investing and is a national speaker on the topic of successful part-time investing for pre-accredited and accredited investors. Marc is now launching an innovative self-improvement platform called Now Be Happier that includes his latest book “Now Be Happier,” the app for iPhone “BeHappier”, the website www.NowBeHappier.com and the TEDx talk he presented in 2022 describing the first objective metric for happiness “How to Measure Your Happiness Score and Be Happier” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9MViB3tS5w). Marc believes that financial freedom is not only about passive income but also about having the right amount of liquid assets to cover your expenses. He believes that in order to achieve financial freedom, your passive income must exceed your routine expenses, and your liquid net worth must be able to cover any special expenses you may incur.But Marc believes that financial freedom isn't enough. He believes that in order to truly be successful, you must also be happy. He has developed a new concept called the "Ultimate Passive Investor Endgame," which is about tracking your happiness and using it as a measure of success.Marc believes that tracking your happiness is essential for success. He believes that people should track their happiness in order to identify areas where they can improve. By tracking your happiness, you can focus on the areas of your life that need improvement and make the necessary changes.Marc's teachings are based on the idea that happiness is the ultimate measure of success. He believes that if you are happy, you will be more productive aTurn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify

E278: Three Policy Risks in the Apartment Investing and Ownership Industry with Jay ParsonsThere are screening methods to combat leasing fraud and improve risk management. In today’s episode, Jay Parsons reveals the three policy risks that landlords and investors should be aware of and provides insight into the current state of the market, including price discovery and which markets are on the rise and which are on the decline.He also talks about the evolution of rental housing as an asset class and how technology has played a significant role in increasing its accessibility to individual investors. He emphasizes the importance of risk management and new screening methods to combat leasing fraud so listen now!Key Points from This Episode:Jay talks about the backstory of his life and where he came from.What are the policy risks in the industry?What does the industry look like for rental housing?How did Jay get into real estate economics?The markets Jay is seeing right now and where he sees prices going in the market.Jay talks about leasing fraud and identity verification in the industry.The other things that Jay is working on aside from leasing fraud.What percentage is Jay seeing when landlords are trying to either increase or decrease rental income?Rent controls and eviction moratoriums as emergency solutions.The gap between demand and supply of affordable housing.Tweetables:“In the rental housing world, especially in small multifamily and single-family, residential, single-family rental, the vast majority of the market is not institutional.” – Jay Parsons“Construction costs have gone through the roof. I mean, everything's expensive right now, inflation impacts construction, too. And so it's been a major factor plus, now, of course, you have higher rates as well. So we're gonna see significantly fewer new starts this year than we saw last couple of years.” – Jay Parsons“Job growth and wage growth equals a lot of housing demand. And that's a lot of traffic, knocking down your doors. But that really stopped in the second half of last year in most parts of the country. And so I think we're at a point now where, you know, obviously, the question is, when does it return?” – Jay Parsons“If you're living in a property, like a duplex or a park property, where your neighbor is not who they say they are and they've not been through proper background screening, that's a risk to renters as well.” – Jay Parsons“The broader world doesn't realize is that most people, even landlords, they want to help people who are truly in need of help and like figure out a bridge solution. But unfortunately, you also have at least a small contingent that's committing fraud deterrent towarTurn your unique talent into capital and achieve the life you were destined to live. Join our community!We believe that Capital is more than just Cash. In fact, Human Capital always comes first before the accumulation of Financial Capital. We explore the best, most efficient, high-integrity ways of raising capital (Human & Financial). We want our listeners to use their personal human capital to empower the growth of their financial capital. Together we are stronger. LinkedinFacebookInstagramApple PodcastSpotify