The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast
David Lecko, Ryan Haywood
It is a tragedy that 95% of the country is brainwashed into believing that you have to work 50 hours per week for 50 years just to retire. By that point, you might not even enjoy your time off!
This podcast helps you escape the traditional 9-5 and embark on a fulfilling, financially rewarding journey.
We will show you how it is possible to make your annual salary, monthly through a proven business model called wholesaling real estate.
Why wholesaling real estate? This perfect strategy doesn't require significant capital to actually purchase the property yourself, it allows you time freedom without being at someone’s beck and call, and you can make 15% of each deal. You simply find distressed properties and connect them with investors. It's a flexible and scalable way to enter the world of real estate without many of the traditional barriers and offers 5 figure paydays.
If you're a newcomer to this world, this podcast is specifically designed for you. Here's what you can look forward to:
Wholesaling 101: We break down the ABCs of wholesaling. And no, 'B' doesn't stand for 'Boring.'
Beginner’s Bootcamp: Think of this as your training wheels in real estate, only a lot less embarrassing than the ones on your childhood bike.
Action Steps: Get ready to jot down exactly what to do next.
Support Squad: Dive into a community of fellow newbies with experts we bring in to help. You will achieve success much faster when you have access to people who have achieved what you want to achieve, and the support from those on the same path.
Ready to get started? Let's get you listening all the way to the bank.
Subscribe and leave us a review!
Sign up for a free trial of DealMachine : https://www.dealmachine.com/pod
This podcast helps you escape the traditional 9-5 and embark on a fulfilling, financially rewarding journey.
We will show you how it is possible to make your annual salary, monthly through a proven business model called wholesaling real estate.
Why wholesaling real estate? This perfect strategy doesn't require significant capital to actually purchase the property yourself, it allows you time freedom without being at someone’s beck and call, and you can make 15% of each deal. You simply find distressed properties and connect them with investors. It's a flexible and scalable way to enter the world of real estate without many of the traditional barriers and offers 5 figure paydays.
If you're a newcomer to this world, this podcast is specifically designed for you. Here's what you can look forward to:
Wholesaling 101: We break down the ABCs of wholesaling. And no, 'B' doesn't stand for 'Boring.'
Beginner’s Bootcamp: Think of this as your training wheels in real estate, only a lot less embarrassing than the ones on your childhood bike.
Action Steps: Get ready to jot down exactly what to do next.
Support Squad: Dive into a community of fellow newbies with experts we bring in to help. You will achieve success much faster when you have access to people who have achieved what you want to achieve, and the support from those on the same path.
Ready to get started? Let's get you listening all the way to the bank.
Subscribe and leave us a review!
Sign up for a free trial of DealMachine : https://www.dealmachine.com/pod
Episodes
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Nov 3, 2025 • 11min
445: Make $1M From One Real Estate Deal By Splitting The Lot
New 2025 zoning rules are quietly changing the game for real estate investors. In this episode, David breaks down how ADUs and lot-splitting can unlock million-dollar deals—often in cities you’d never expect. He walks through exactly how to find these properties inside DealMachine, the filters to use, and the hidden data most investors miss. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:41 - 10 Ways That ADU Investors Can Kill It With DealMachine0:56 - 1: Finding ADU-able Properties1:49 - 2: Building Class2:31 - 3: Building Condition3:03 - 4: Zoning3:23 - 5: Infill Lots3:46 - 6: Double Lots5:50 - 7: Likely Owner6:41 - 8: DNC Assessment7:52 - 9: Cold Emailing8:50 - 10: Direct Mail Cheat Sheet10:20 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 31, 2025 • 20min
444: Top 10 Leadership Mistakes That Hold Real Estate Investors Back
Every investor wants more deals, but most don’t realize that leadership—not lead generation—can be the main problem that’s holding them back. In this episode, David shares the 10 biggest leadership mistakes that quietly sabotage real estate investors as they build teams. From poor hiring to weak accountability, you’ll learn how to avoid the traps that keep your business stuck and start leading like a pro.KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:35 - Mistake 1: Not Hiring With A Test Project3:51 - Mistake 2: Outsourcing Your Hiring6:32 - Mistake 3: Not Training Your Team With The Best Material7:23 - Mistake 4: Letting A Bad Culture Fit Stick Around8:55 - Mistake 5: Not Modeling Hard Conversations11:35 - Mistake 6: Not Giving Enough Praise12:44 - Mistake 7: Not Digging For Critical Feedback14:56 - Mistake 8: Doing Your Employee’s Job15:52 - Mistake 9: Not Inspecting What You Expect17:48 - Mistake 10: Not Hiring Player Coaches18:54 - Bonus Mistake20:05 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 29, 2025 • 26min
443: How He Leveraged ADUs to Build $700K Equity in ONE DEAL
Edmond Bondoc, a seasoned real estate investor with over 10 years' experience, shares his success story of leveraging Seattle's ADU laws to boost equity by $700,000 on a single property. He discusses the intricate financing strategies used, including a unique Homestyle renovation loan that funded two ADUs—one attached and one detached. Edmond also delves into condo-ization, explaining how it allows separate refinancing opportunities, and reveals his plans for long-term rental income while maximizing cash flow through strategic equity management.
Oct 28, 2025 • 16min
442: The Case AGAINST Building a Huge Rental Portfolio
Think you need a massive portfolio to reach financial freedom? Think again. In this episode, Chad Carson breaks down why “going big” isn’t always the smartest move — and how a few great rentals can build serious wealth and give you your time back. You’ll learn his “small and mighty” approach to real estate, how just three rentals could snowball into millions, and the mindset shift that helps investors achieve real freedom without burnout. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:30 - Do You Need To Build A Massive Portfolio?1:13 - A Case Study5:25 - An Example Of The Numbers Of Just 3 Rentals12:06 - The Takeaways15:33 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Chad Carsonhttps://www.instagram.com/CoachChadCarson Website: Chad Carsonhttps://www.coachcarson.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 27, 2025 • 36min
441: How To Find Motivated Sellers (From A $100M Investor)
What if a $100M investor showed you exactly how he finds motivated sellers? In this exclusive DealMachine training, Thach Nguyen joins Matt Kamp to reveal the filters, data points, and exact formula he uses to build high-converting seller lists in any market. You’ll learn how to identify profitable neighborhoods, pick the right property types, and create a list that pays off again and again. This step-by-step walkthrough will show you how the pros find deals others miss — and how to do it yourself inside DealMachine. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:31 - Thach’s Mindset On How To Pick Neighborhoods6:36 - Knowing What Types Of Properties To Look For11:18 - How DealMachine Helps14:07 - The Factors To Think About When Building Your List17:39 - The Three Phases Of Building A List24:51 - The Filters To Use In DealMachine To Find Deals34:52 - Finalizing And Building The List36:00 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Thach Nguyenhttps://www.instagram.com/ThachNguyen/ Website: Springboard To Wealthhttps://learn.springboardtowealth.com/adu Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 24, 2025 • 39min
440: I Made $576k From One Cold Call—Here’s How
Ryan Haywood and his COO, Clint Keith, join David to share how one cold call led to a $576,000 wholesale deal from a single seller. They break down how they handled a 21-property portfolio, structured the contracts, verified a power of attorney, and found the right buyer to close it all in one shot. You’ll learn how to approach portfolio sellers, evaluate multiple properties at once, and move fast when a life-changing deal lands in your lap. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:19 - Breaking Down Ryan’s $576K Deal4:34 - Ryan And Clint’s Business Relationship7:58 - Setting Up The Contracts For Portfolio Deals9:01 - The Formula They Use To Calculate Their Offers11:56 - Working With The Seller’s Power Of Attorney15:30 - Other Hiccups They Ran Into20:48 - Working With The Buyers For The Deals30:53 - What The New Owner’s Going To Do With The Properties33:24 - Their Big Lessons From This Deal38:27 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 22, 2025 • 17min
439: $180K Equity From a $1,000 Deal?!
Most agents chase commissions. Moose Math still sells real estate—but he’s no longer chasing the next check. Instead, he built $180K in equity from a single $1,000 deal. In this interview with David, Moose reveals how he turned one property into four doors, what he learned from working with Thach Nguyen, and how he balances being a top agent with building long-term wealth through investing. He also shares how he uses DealMachine to find corner-lot properties, build ADUs, and cherry-pick the right deals for financial freedom and peace of mind. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:28 - Moose Math’s Background In Real Estate0:40 - His First Investment Deal1:50 - The Importance Of Corner Lots & Building ADUs5:03 - Working With Thach6:15 - His Second Deal & Current Portfolio8:46 - Why He Wants To Pay His Properties Off11:21 - Working With Thach’s Inner Circle14:00 - His Recommendations For DealMachine16:21 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Moose Mathhttps://www.instagram.com/moosemath Links: Moose Mathhttp://linktr.ee/moosemath Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 21, 2025 • 15min
438: How To Scale A Flipping Business (The Right Way)
In this 15-minute highlight of the DealMachine Masterclass, Bobby Triplett from Offerpad reveals how to scale a flipping business the right way. He breaks down the three approaches to managing renovations, how to balance speed, quality, and cost, and the mindset shift that separates real growth from chaos. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - The Three Ways To Manage Your Renovation3:14 - Why You Need To Have Boots On The Ground In Your Flips5:04 - Knowing What A Win Actually Looks Like9:08 - Control What You Can Control15:11 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Offerpadhttps://www.instagram.com/offerpad Facebook: Offerpadhttps://www.offerpad.com/renovate Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 20, 2025 • 39min
437: Agent Decided To Build A Rental Portfolio—Here's Why
Ever feel like you’re on the real estate hamster wheel — earning big commissions that disappear just as fast? In this episode, David sits down with Phil Greely, a Seattle agent who finally broke that cycle by building his own rental portfolio. Phil explains how Seattle’s unique housing laws opened the door for him to turn one property into multiple income streams — including a $1.3M deal — and how he’s using real estate investing to buy back his time and create lasting freedom. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:10 - An Overview Of Phil Greely’s Real Estate Career5:21 - An Example Of The The Numbers On One Of His Deals8:13 - Lessons He Learned12:24 - How They’re Approaching Construction16:20 - The Real Estate Opportunity In Seattle Right Now19:05 - How Being An Agent Helped Him Start Investing24:00 - How He Finds His Deals27:20 - His Goals Right Now31:04 - What Phil Hopes To Learn At The Springboard Event37:42 - The Podcast He Used To Do38:29 - Where To Find Phil39:13 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Phil Greelyhttps://www.instagram.com/phil.greely/ Facebook: Phil Greelyhttps://www.greelygroup.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Oct 17, 2025 • 24min
436: $1M From One Deal Using This Hidden Strategy
Eric Escobar breaks down how he built $1 million in equity from a single deal in Los Angeles using a hidden strategy that lets homeowners split lots and build new units on their land. He explains how he bought a $585K home, added three new units, and created a $2.5M property — all while running his own construction company and navigating city zoning hurdles. This episode shows how one overlooked opportunity can turn a single property into a million-dollar play. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:23 - Eric Escobar’s Business & SB9 Deals4:02 - Other Senate Bills & Why You Should Actually Read Them5:41 - What SB9 Applies To & Numbers From A Deal8:53 - Working With The City11:33 - What It Costs For A New Build In His Market13:29 - When He Started His Construction Company17:08 - His Real Estate Content & What He Wants To Do Next19:52 - His Recommendations For David & Driving For Dollars23:40 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Eric Escobarhttps://www.instagram.com/ericpaulescobar/ Facebook: Esco Builders Inc.https://escobuildersinc.com/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
