

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
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Jan 31, 2025 • 22min
288: Wholesalers Are Leaving Money on the Table—Zach Cook Isn’t
Most wholesalers are leaving deals (and cash) on the table—Zach Cook isn’t. He breaks down how he converts more leads, builds seller relationships, and monetizes deals others walk away from. From cold calling to creative deal structuring, Zach shares the strategies that keep his pipeline full and his profits growing. If you’re in the game, you need to hear this. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - An Overview of Zach Cook’s Business1:21 - The Marketing Strategies They Use In Their Business4:49 - What Is A Novation?5:49 - How Zach Measures His Success8:39 - How To Tell If Someone Is Actually Serious About Selling10:27 - The Hardest Part Of Zach’s Role12:05 - Their Employee Structure & Getting Licensed As An Agent15:45 - What’s New For Them In 202517:54 - How He Got Started In Real Estate20:02 - Advice For Aspiring Investors21:45 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Zach Cookhttps://www.instagram.com/zcookrealestate706/ Website: Zach Cookhttps://www.myershousebuyers.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/

Jan 29, 2025 • 35min
287: The Blueprint To $1 Million In Real Estate Deals
David sits down with Paul Myers to explore how he turned Myers House Buyers into a $1 million-a-year real estate business. From leveraging postcards, cold calling, and SEO to building strong relationships with agents, Paul reveals the systems and strategies that fueled his success. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - Paul Myers’ Business3:25 - When He Decided To Go Into Real Estate Full Time5:19 - His First Hire In His Business8:44 - Their First Deal12:07 - Finding Buyers At A Local Auction15:49 - How Him And His Wife Felt After His First Deal16:54 - His First Employee’s First Deal19:31 - What Percentage Is A Standard Wholesale Deal?21:55 - Wholesaling And The Changing Real Estate Market22:47 - Where He Wants To Take His Business In 202527:46 - The Power Of Driving For Dollars34:45 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Paul Myershttps://www.instagram.com/therealpaulmyers/ Website: Paul Myershttps://www.myershousebuyers.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/

Jan 28, 2025 • 15min
286: The 5 Steps To Raising Private Money In 2025
Discover the five steps to raising private money in 2025 with insights from Jay Conner. This 15-minute highlight from the DealMachine Masterclass breaks down everything you need to know, including where to find private lenders, crafting effective scripts, and securing stress-free funding. Perfect for investors ready to level up their funding game. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - What Is A Private Lender?1:55 - When To Use Private Money2:48 - Why Would A Lender Be Interested?4:57 - Step 1: Identify Prospects5:55 - Step 2: Opening Conversation Script11:05 - Step 3: Stress-Free Investing Audio11:44 - Step 4: One-On-One Appointment12:45 - Step 5: Verbal Pledge13:24 - What To Concentrate On First & Know Your Program14:28 - The Documents You’ll Need15:00 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Jay Connerhttps://www.instagram.com/privatemoneyauthority/ Website: Jay Connerhttps://www.jayconner.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/

Jan 27, 2025 • 30min
285: The Real Estate Lessons Bob Had To Learn The Hard Way
Bob Schneider shares the hard lessons he learned on his journey from running a family real estate business to mastering fix-and-flips. Hear how he navigated the challenges of auctions, lead generation, and finding his groove in real estate, and discover the strategies that helped him turn mistakes into lasting success. If you're looking to avoid costly missteps and build a stronger business, this episode is packed with takeaways. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - An Overview of Bob Schneider’s Business3:22 - Using Live Auctions To Sell Houses5:24 - Bob’s Method For Generating Leads6:40 - His First Investor Deal10:15 - How He Got Started With Finding Motivated Sellers18:29 - Bob’s Goal With His Business21:41 - How His Family Reacted To His New Approach With An Old Business24:16 - What He Hopes To Learn At CG This Year28:19 - Bob’s Advice For Aspiring Investors29:24 - Outro LINKS:Facebook: Bob Schneiderhttps://www.facebook.com/BobbyVRealty Website: Schneider Group RAIhttps://schneidergrouprai.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/

Jan 24, 2025 • 11min
Should Homebuyers Cold Call? New FCC Rule Jan 27th
Are cold calls still safe for homebuyers? With the new FCC rule taking effect on January 27th, this bonus episode unpacks what it means for real estate investors. From navigating compliance with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) to avoiding costly mistakes, we break down everything you need to know. Tune in to learn how to protect your business while staying effective in your outreach. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - The 4 Mistakes Real Estate Investors Make Regarding Cold Calling Compliance0:39 - Defining The TCPA, FCC, and FTC1:57 - DealMachine’s Recent Blog About TCPA Compliance3:24 - Mistake 1: Using ChatGPT For Legal Advice3:54 - Mistake 2: Offering Agent (Or Related) Services To The DNC List4:23 - Mistake 3: Not Looking At Case Law From Prior Litigation5:15 - Mistake 4: Getting Confused About Whether New FCC/FTC Laws Apply To Them6:03 - 4 Reasons Why The New Rules Don’t Apply To Investors Using DealMachine7:00 - How David’s Keeping Himself Compliant10:30 - 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/

Jan 24, 2025 • 26min
284: What It Takes to Do 64 Deals A Year At 25 Years Old
Cameron Moore shares how he built a real estate business that does 64 deals a year. From his first $13,000 wholesale deal to scaling a successful operation, Cameron breaks down the strategies, lessons, and challenges that shaped his journey. He dives into what drove him to pursue flipping, how he handles marketing expenses, and his advice for aspiring investors looking to land their first deal. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - How Cameron Moore Got His Start0:56 - His Biggest Lesson From The Past Year3:25 - Cameron’s First Deal7:17 - What He Did After Getting His First Deal10:39 - What Drove Him To Pursue Flipping13:21 - The “Darkest” Period Of David’s Career16:18 - What Cameron Is Doing To Avoid The “Roller Coaster”18:17 - What He’s Spending His Marketing Budget On19:16 - His Goals With His Business22:06 - Cameron’s Advice For Aspiring Investors24:40 - What He Hopes To Take Away From CG25:55 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Cameron Moorehttps://www.instagram.com/_cameron_moore_/ Website: Arena Home Buyershttps://www.arenahomebuyers.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/

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Jan 22, 2025 • 27min
283: Colby's Blueprint For Multi-Family Wins
Colby Kirk, a multifamily investor who transitioned from being a real estate agent, shares his remarkable journey in the world of real estate. He discusses his shift to wholesaling, revealing the practical steps to find lucrative deals. Colby dives into turning mismanaged properties into profitable assets, providing insights on securing funding through hard money loans. He contrasts investing in single-family versus multifamily properties and offers valuable advice for new investors looking to score their first deal.

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Jan 21, 2025 • 15min
282: Top 3 PPC Secrets You Need to Know
Brandon Bateman, founder of Bateman Collective, shares his expertise in PPC marketing tailored for real estate investors. Discover why your landing page could be your biggest bottleneck and how to optimize it for better conversions. Learn the art of location targeting, a critical factor that can significantly enhance your campaign's effectiveness. Lastly, Bateman emphasizes the importance of data, revealing that leveraging it effectively can give you a competitive edge in real estate marketing.

Jan 20, 2025 • 10min
281: How Grant Went From Working A Low Paying Job To Owning 48 Rentals
Grant RR shares his inspiring journey from working low-paying jobs to owning 48 single-family rentals. Riding along with David, Grant dives into the strategies that helped him scale his portfolio, including frugal living, finding off-market deals, and leveraging partnerships. Tune in to discover how Grant turned his drive for financial freedom into a thriving real estate portfolio. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - How David Started In Real Estate & What Led To Creating DealMachine2:01 - Why He Never Does Multi-Family3:59 - Grant’s Real Estate Journey & His Goals4:33 - What Grant Was Doing For Work6:09 - How He’s Acquired His 48 Rentals9:41 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Grant RRhttps://www.instagram.com/granttheinvestor/ Website: Grant RRhttps://linktr.ee/grantrr 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/

Jan 17, 2025 • 18min
280: Secrets Behind Managing and Flipping Rentals
Join David as he teams up with Noah Gilliom to tour a rental property and share actionable insights on managing and flipping rentals. From maintenance checklists to optimizing costs with vendor discounts, this episode is packed with tips to maximize your real estate investments. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - How Noah’s Streamlining Costs In His Business2:28 - David’s Rental Portfolio3:45 - Diving Into The Rental Checklist6:07 - Rental Scams & How To Prevent Them9:46 - Using Templates For Renovations13:56 - Potential Problems You Find In Crawl Spaces &17:01 - Noah’s Closing Advice For Newbies17:36 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Noah Gilliomhttps://www.instagram.com/nigilliom/ Website: Noah Gilliomhttps://linktr.ee/noahgilliom 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/