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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Aug 26, 2025 • 16min
406: The Ultimate 12-Step Guide To Renovating A House
Jiries Dawaher breaks down his entire 12-step renovation process—from planning and demo to finishes and final punch out. He explains how mastering renovations not only adds massive value to your deals but also opens doors to properties most investors overlook. Whether you’re flipping, holding, or wholesaling, Jiries shows how to think like a pro and build repeatable systems that scale. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - The Importance Of Knowing The Phases Of A Renovation1:35 - Phase 1: Plan2:40 - Phase 2: Demo3:21 - Phase 3: Plan (Part 2)3:47 - Phase 4: Framing4:54 - Phase 5: Rough-In5:43 - Phase 6: Drywall/Backerboard6:53 - Phase 7: Trim7:41 - Phase 8: Painting10:26 - Phase 9: Carpentry12:15 - Phase 10: Finish Work13:28 - Phase 11: Flooring14:54 - Phase 12: Punch Out15:20 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Jiries Dawaherhttps://www.instagram.com/jiriesd Website: Jiries Dawaherhttps://www.brrrrinvestacademy.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/
Aug 25, 2025 • 36min
405: The Proven Method To DOUBLE Your Assignment Fees
Most wholesalers settle for small checks — but they don’t have to. In this episode, John Barbera reveals the negotiation strategy and mindset shift that helped him double his assignment fees and transform his business. By focusing on seller needs instead of formulas, he unlocked six-figure deals and built the foundation that made him a millionaire investor. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:31 - Jon Barbera’s First Deal2:35 - How He Got Into Pre-Foreclosures6:24 - His Journey To $1 Million10:08 - Increasing Your Assignment Fees14:02 - How Your Negotiation Strategy Affects Your Assignment Fee19:20 - The Contract To Close Timeline22:37 - Getting In Touch With Heirs26:40 - Buying Partial Interest28:38 - Tactics For Delaying A Foreclosure33:53 - How To Get In Touch With Jon & Closing Thoughts35:15 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Jon Barberahttps://www.instagram.com/jonbarbera Website: Jon Barberahttps://prymeacademy.mykajabi.com/jonbarbera 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/
Aug 22, 2025 • 27min
404: Cold Calling Secrets From 360,000 Conversations A Month
John Wahib manages a team making over 360,000 cold calling conversations every month. In this episode, he reveals what those calls taught him about data, tonality, outsourcing vs. DIY, and how to turn sheer volume into consistent deals. David and Ryan dig into the real cost of cold calling, the systems John uses to manage 60+ callers, and why Ryan hired him by the end of the show. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Intro0:36 - An Overview Of John Wahib’s Business1:14 - How Many Calls They Make & Why He Got Into Real Estate3:00 - Their Cold Calling Metrics5:01 - Cold Calling Advice9:53 - How Many Callers They Have & More Metrics10:36 - The Cost Breakdown Of Hiring A Call Center13:19 - How They Use DealMachine & The Data Quality18:20 - Weighing The Cost Of Hiring An Agency20:59 - What He’s Learned From Managing 60 People24:33 - Dealing With Language Barriers25:51 - Closing Thoughts And How To Get In Touch26:31 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: John Wahibhttps://www.instagram.com/johnwahib Website: Callrealshttps://www.callreals.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/
Aug 20, 2025 • 25min
403: $565k On ONE Wholesale Real Estate Deal… Here’s How
Ryan just closed his biggest wholesale deal yet — a $565,000 assignment fee on a 21-property portfolio. In this episode, he breaks down how the deal came together, why zero earnest money was involved, and the lessons learned from managing such a massive package. You’ll hear exactly what made this opportunity possible and how he’s using it to fuel even bigger growth ahead. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Ryan’s Recent Wholesale Numbers2:27 - Working A Portfolio Deal Vs A Single House4:32 - Breaking Down His Portfolio Deal & The Property Management Fraud9:43 - The Buyer For HIs Portfolio Deal16:35 - Structuring The Purchase Agreement19:20 - Letting Go Of His Acquisitions Team20:50 - Ryan’s Sales Skills24:19 - Closing Thoughts25:00 - 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/
Aug 19, 2025 • 14min
402: This Simple Shift GUARANTEES Real Estate Success
Micah Johnson has seen nearly a billion dollars in real estate sales, the crash of canceling 33 deals in one day, and the lessons that come from coaching top investors across the country. In this episode, he breaks down the three paths every investor falls into—CEO, Freedom, or Hobby—and shows how one simple shift in perspective can guarantee your success in real estate without losing yourself in the process. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Micah Johnson’s Background In Real Estate4:33 - The Three Categories Real Estate Investors Fall Into4:52 - The CEO6:40 - The Freedom Seekers10:01 - The Hobbyists13:07 - Knowing Where You Should Be13:53 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Micah Johnsonhttps://www.instagram.com/micahjames07 Website: The Collective Flowhttps://www.thecollectiveflow.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/
Aug 18, 2025 • 23min
401: Don’t Call Another Seller Until You Hear This
Cold calling veteran Jon Barbera shares the exact process he’s perfected over 13 years to consistently turn seller conversations into signed contracts. From the pre-call rituals that set you up for success, to qualifying with your list, building real connection, uncovering pain points, and making outcome-focused offers, Jon breaks down every step so you can close more deals and avoid the costly mistakes most callers make. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Jon Barbera’s System For Cold Calling1:03 - Have A Pre-Call Ritual5:59 - How To Conduct The Call19:40 - Pitching Your Value To The Seller & Third Party Stories22:39 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Jon Barberahttps://www.instagram.com/jonbarbera Website: Jon Barberahttps://prymeacademy.mykajabi.com/jonbarbera 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/
Aug 15, 2025 • 14min
400: Steal My Exact Filters For Off-Market Gold
David pulls back the curtain on the exact DealMachine filters he uses to uncover motivated sellers hiding in plain sight. From overlooked county data to settings most investors skip, you’ll see how to build lead lists that deliver real off-market opportunities instead of dead ends. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Setting Up Your Filters In DealMachine8:43 - Things To Keep In Mind About Cold Calling10:20 - AI In Cold Calling & Focusing On Data12:55 - Best Practices When Exporting From DealMachine13:59 - 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/
Aug 13, 2025 • 21min
399: How This Wholesaler Pulls $96k A Month At 19 Years Old
At just 19 years old, BJ Eshun is running a $96k/month wholesaling business — and in this episode, he sits down with David to break down exactly how it works. From his unique caller strategy in Egypt to the overlooked filters that bring in the best deals, BJ reveals the systems, team structure, and marketing channels that keep his operation running at high speed. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Working With Section 8 Buyers And Using Egyptian Cold Callers1:51 - BJ Eshun’s Business Model and Market Strategy6:36 - A Quick Breakdown Of How To Use Filters In DealMachine10:10 - BJ’s Operations & Team Structure13:01 - Marketing Strategies They Use16:53 - Looking At Their Business Financials19:03 - Managing Cold Callers20:02 - Their Growth21:09 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: BJ Eshunhttps://www.instagram.com/BJBuysRealEstate/ Website: OpenDeals.http://bit.ly/3J3BLAo 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/
Aug 12, 2025 • 15min
398: The SUPER Simple Way to Close Creative Finance Deals
Mark Monroe reveals how to make creative finance deals super simple — from finding motivated sellers to structuring terms they can’t refuse. He shares proven strategies for uncovering seller motivations, using the right scripts, and choosing the best terms for each situation. Whether it’s subject-to, seller financing, or lease options, you’ll learn how to turn complex transactions into easy, cash-flowing wins. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Mark Monroe’s Background0:39 - How To Find Creative Finance Deals4:40 - Talking To Sellers About Creative Financing6:07 - Wholesaling & Creative Finance9:35 - An Example Of Structuring A Deal With A Seller15:00 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Mark Monroehttps://www.instagram.com/mark_monroe_/ Website: Mark Monroehttps://sellerfinancingstrategies.com/weekly-zoom 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/
Aug 11, 2025 • 20min
397: Struggling Teacher In NYC—Then He Landed A $25k Deal
Ralph Rodriguez was a struggling special-ed teacher in NYC when he discovered wholesaling on YouTube. One year later, he closed a $25k deal—during his lunch break. In this episode, David and Ryan break down Ralph’s journey, his cold calling strategy, and how he built momentum with no money and zero experience. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Why Ralph Rodriguez Started Wholesaling & His $25k Deal3:31 - Balancing His Teaching Job And Wholesaling4:57 - His First Deal & Finding Buyers8:38 - How He Finds His Deals12:37 - Find A Good Deal First, Then Find The Buyer14:26 - What He Shows In His YouTube Videos17:02 - Closing Thoughts19:58 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Ralph Rodriguezhttps://www.instagram.com/i_am_ralph09/ YouTube: Ralphy Rodriguezhttps://www.youtube.com/@RalphyRod 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/
