The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast

David Lecko, Ryan Haywood
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Feb 4, 2025 • 15min

290: 7 Steps To Build A Million-Dollar Real Estate Business

What would you do if you lost everything? David Choi has closed over 1,000 real estate deals, but in this 15-minute highlight, he lays out the 7 steps he’d take if he had to start over from scratch. With limited resources and no network, this is the exact blueprint he’d follow to rebuild a million-dollar business—and you can follow it too. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - What David Choi Would Do If He Went Bankrupt Today1:05 - Step 1: Create An Entity, Then Get Your CRM And Dialer In Place6:39 - Step 2: Getting Your Marketing Set Up8:07 - Step 3: See Where You Need To Improve Based On KPIs11:06 - Step 4: Going Deep On Your Data12:04 - Step 5: Building Out Your Direct Mail Approach13:24 - Step 6: Lead Management13:48 - Step 7: Leadership14:57 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: David Choihttps://www.instagram.com/davidchoi.biz/ Website: David Choihttps://www.dealsanddollarsacademy.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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Feb 3, 2025 • 25min

289: How Codie Chesner Flips 50 Houses A Year

Codie Chesner flips 50 houses a year—and he’s not slowing down. He breaks down how he finds deals, raises private money through social media, and keeps contractors in check. Plus, he shares the biggest lessons from scaling his business and why he’s shifting gears in 2025. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - An Overview Of Codie Chesner’s Business0:57 - What Drew Codie To Fix & Flips2:22 - The Average Time & Profit For Their Flips5:50 - When Codie Did His First Deal7:52 - His Second Deal10:03 - How He Raises Money From Social Media12:14 - Working With Lenders15:13 - His Biggest Challenge Of Getting To 50 Flips Per Year17:08 - Preventing Contractors From Taking Money19:09 - Where He Wants To Take His Business In 202521:33 - Gain Knowledge And Skills First, Then Hire24:24 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Codie Chesnerhttps://www.instagram.com/codie.chesner/ Website: Codie Chesnerhttps://www.chesnerinv.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 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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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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5 snips
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.

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