

20 Minute Investor
Aaron Ameen
Discover the captivating realm of real estate investing through the lens of a hybrid professional.
Host Aaron Ameen explores inspiring stories of individuals who have blended their unique skill sets with real estate investing to achieve financial freedom.
Gain practical insights and success secrets from guests who have successfully leveraged their professional backgrounds to create thriving real estate portfolios.
Whether you're a corporate executive, creative entrepreneur, or skilled professional, this podcast is your resource for unlocking the power of hybrid real estate investing.
Host Aaron Ameen explores inspiring stories of individuals who have blended their unique skill sets with real estate investing to achieve financial freedom.
Gain practical insights and success secrets from guests who have successfully leveraged their professional backgrounds to create thriving real estate portfolios.
Whether you're a corporate executive, creative entrepreneur, or skilled professional, this podcast is your resource for unlocking the power of hybrid real estate investing.
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Oct 7, 2024 • 56min
From Living in His Parent’s Basement to Owning & Operating Over $70,000,000 of Real Estate: Ben Kall
Ben Kall, a titan in real estate who transformed his athletic discipline into a thriving $70 million real estate empire. Ben shares how he leveraged the skills from his days as a college athlete to dominate the real estate market, scaling from single-family homes to managing multifamily units, self-storage, and commercial real estate deals across the Midwest.
Ben opens up about the mental and tactical strategies that propelled his career from the ground up, emphasizing the significant role of mindset in entrepreneurial success. He shares his journey from an aspiring college coach to a real estate mogul, revealing the pivotal moments that redirected his path towards real estate investment.
Listeners will gain insights into the crucial early days of his career, the importance of building a sustainable business through meaningful relationships, and how consistent hard work, networking, and a focus on client needs led to his remarkable success.
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone at any stage of their real estate or entrepreneurial journey, offering practical advice on overcoming obstacles, the impact of mentorship, and the importance of aligning career ambitions with personal life goals to achieve a fulfilling balance.
Chapters:
00:17 Introduction
01:20 Ben's Real Estate Journey
02:11 The Grind of a Real Estate Agent
02:55 From Coaching to Real Estate
05:49 Building a Real Estate Business
12:21 Starting a Property Management Company
15:44 The Value of Hard Work and Relationships
28:17 Vision and Goals: From Humble Beginnings
29:59 First Investment and Mindset Shift
31:18 The Role of Mentorship and Coaching
32:36 Building a Business with Your Partner
37:04 The Importance of Mental Strength
44:22 Scaling the Business and Building a Team
50:16 Balancing Work and Personal Life
54:05 Conclusion
Reach out to Ben Kall⤵︎
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_kall_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-kall-15a053a1/
Websites:
www.mn-storage.com/
www.waukeestorage.com/
www.LegacyInvestmentGroup.com

Sep 30, 2024 • 54min
How Parents of Two Kids Built a Four-Property Real Estate Portfolio
My guest this episode is Kelli Jagmin, an inspiring mother and part-time graphic designer who, alongside her husband, has bravely expanded her rental property portfolio in Northern Illinois. Initially tempted by the allure of patenting a new tool, Kelli shares how shifting focus to real estate has shaped her family's financial foundation. From their first successful BRRR strategy to navigating the complexities of renovations and tenant management, Kelly's story is a testament to the power of adaptability in real estate.
00:43 Intro
01:09 Mother, Designer, and Investor
02:15 Kelli's Journey into Real Estate Investing
02:59 Balancing Family and Real Estate
03:13 From DIY Projects to Real Estate
04:36 The Decision to Pursue Real Estate
05:32 Challenges and Considerations in Real Estate
09:30 The First BRRR Strategy
16:54 Negotiating and Managing Unexpected Issues
26:51 Unexpected Appraisal Boost
27:55 Tenant Success and Market Changes
29:03 Reflecting on the First Project
29:45 New Projects and Challenges
31:54 Balancing Family and Real Estate
34:42 Strategic Shifts and Future Plans
45:32 The Value of Community and Mentorship
52:28 Final Thoughts and Contact Info
Reach out to Kelli Jagmin⤵︎
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.d.i.y.duo/

Sep 23, 2024 • 54min
How Cory Jacobson Built a Top 1% Podcast & a 70-Unit Portfolio ft. @wealthjuiceofficial
In this episode, we sit down with Cory Jacobson, co-host of the Wealth Juice Podcast (@wealthjuiceofficial) and a seasoned real estate investor with an impressive portfolio of over 70 units across various markets. Join us as Cory shares his journey from starting with house hacking to co-owning a short-term rental property management and hospitality company.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- 01:15 Cory Jacobson intro
- 02:16 Cory's Real Estate Ventures
- 03:41 Podcasting
- 11:42 Mindset Shifts and Real Estate Goals
- 15:54 First Rental Property Experience
- 22:59 Building a Real Estate Business
- 25:08 Tenant Relationships and Ethics
- 27:06 Real Estate Investing
- 27:29 The Importance of Respect in Business
- 27:45 Balancing a W2 Job and Real Estate
- 29:39 Making the Leap to Full-Time Entrepreneurship
- 33:33 The Role of Sports in Personal Development
- 41:55 Launching a Coaching Program
- 45:01 The Value of Mentorship and Coaching
- 49:13 The Power of Partnerships
- 52:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Reach out to Cory⤵︎
- Wealth Juice Pod’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthjuiceofficial
- Cory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cory_jacobson
- Wealth Juice Pod’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthjuiceofficial
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FlAql6QFm0JgrBnZ0NMVK
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Feel free to reach out to me at any of the following:
Email: aaron@aaronameen.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AaronAmeen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehybridrealestatepro?igsh=aWN1NmkzMmxrNHB0&utm_source=qr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-ameen/
Website: https://www.remoterealestateacademy.com

Sep 16, 2024 • 7min
Celebrating One Year of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast! 🎉
Welcome back, everyone! In this special anniversary episode, we're marking the first birthday of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast. It's been an incredible journey filled with significant life changes, challenges, and triumphs, and I'm excited to share this milestone with you.
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Feel free to reach out to me at any of the following:
Email: aaron@aaronameen.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AaronAmeen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehybridrealestatepro?igsh=aWN1NmkzMmxrNHB0&utm_source=qr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-ameen/
Website: http://remoterealestateacademy.com/
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Sep 9, 2024 • 46min
Mastering Self-Management in RE: Tips from @foreverlandlord on Tenant Screening, Cash Flow & More
Rene Gonzalez, known on social media as the Forever Landlord.
Rene shares his compelling journey from growing up in poverty to building a robust real estate portfolio grounded in his unique philosophy of self-management and financial prudence.
Discover Rene's strategies for developing financial intelligence, the benefits of self-managing properties, and his approach to creating lasting tenant relationships. Whether you're a new investor or seasoned in the field, Rene's insights on commitment, resilience, and strategic growth in real estate are invaluable.
Tune in to learn how you can apply these principles to achieve your own goals in real estate investing.
Hope you enjoy.
Chapters:
00:00 intro
02:39 Renee's Humble Beginnings and Military Journey
05:32 Investing and Self-Management Strategies
16:47 Tenant Screening and Self-Service Management
21:54 Understanding the Application Process
22:37 Introducing the Remote Real Estate Academy
23:30 Learning from Property Management Mistakes
25:16 The Importance of Self-Management
27:15 Building a Community and Sharing Knowledge
37:08 The Value of Education and Personal Growth
40:47 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Reach out to Rene⤵︎
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ForeverLandlord
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foreverlandlord
LandLordingSkool:
https://www.skool.com/landlording/about

Sep 2, 2024 • 28min
#repost: How Does a Busy Employee with 3 Young Kids Start Investing in Real Estate?
Welcome back to another episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast. This week, I'm going to share an interview I did recently on Michael Zuber's One Rental at a Time show. This one was particularly special for me as Michael has been a huge influence to me throughout my investing journey.
His philosophy of taking consistent daily action playing the long game and treating your job as an asset, not a liability, has been ingrained deep inside me and has become a core part of my approach. It was an honor to sit down on the other side of the mic and ask him some questions. This interview is only about 25 minutes long, but we cover a lot, especially about my early days as an investor.
Hope you enjoy it.
Reach out to Michael Zuber⤵︎
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onerentalatatime/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneRentalataTime
Twitter: twitter.com/ZuberGoToMarket
Website: onerentalatatime.com

Aug 26, 2024 • 56min
Building Wealth with Real Estate: AJ Smith on Partnerships, Networking & Deal Analysis
In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, I interview AJ Smith, a passionate investor who achieved financial freedom by age 23 through real estate. AJ shares his journey from analyzing 700 deals before purchasing his first property to building a diverse portfolio, including house hacking quadplexes and taking down large commercial deals. We discuss key topics such as overcoming analysis paralysis, building relationships, understanding the importance of mentorship, and the essentials of outbound and inbound marketing. Tune in to learn valuable insights and strategies that can help you succeed in your own real estate investing journey.
01:01 Introduction
02:45 House Hacking and Cash Flowing Properties
06:22 Overcoming Analysis Paralysis 07:58 Building Knowledge and Partnerships
16:25 The Importance of Relationships in Real Estate
23:13 Evolving Investment Strategies and Buy Box 26:11 Introduction to Multifamily vs. Single Family Real Estate
26:28 Strategies for Forced Appreciation in Commercial Real Estate
29:51 Learning and Networking in Commercial Real Estate 32:00 Generating Deal Flow and Building Relationships
34:44 Outbound vs. Inbound Marketing Strategies
38:21 The Importance of Long-Term Relationships
44:41 Understanding and Forming Effective Partnerships
54:17 Final Thoughts and Where to Connect
Reach out to AJ⤵︎
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/young_refi/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajsmith77/

Aug 19, 2024 • 44min
Creative Financing and Long-Distance Real Estate Investing W/ Anastassia Aleman
In today’s we have Anastassia Aleman, a CPA turned full-time entrepreneur, who used her financial acumen to build a robust portfolio of cash-flowing rental properties. Tune in to hear about her transition to real estate, how she finds off-market deals, and the creative finance strategies she employs to enhance cash flow. Anastassia also shares her experiences as a financial coach, helping others navigate their financial lives. Don't miss this episode filled with tactical advice and wisdom from a seasoned real estate investor!
00:00 Introduction
01:53 Anastassia's Journey in Real Estate
03:37 Becoming an Accidental Landlord
06:02 Exploring Creative Finance Strategies
10:05 Building an Off-Market Operation
16:42 Transitioning to Seller Financing
19:15 Remote Real Estate Academy
20:45 Understanding Non-Traditional Lending
21:21 Evaluating Potential Buyers
23:27 Learning the Seller Financing Strategy
24:39 The Role of Community and Mentorship
25:20 Shifting Goals and New Directions
28:05 Balancing Family and Entrepreneurship
31:18 Coaching and Financial Education
40:27 Navigating the Coaching Landscape
42:57 Contact Information
Reach out to Anastassia⤵︎
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financiallysavvyinvestor/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/financiallysavvyinvestor

Aug 12, 2024 • 49min
Building a Portfolio of 18 Properties in the US while Living in Singapore: Han Teo's Journey
In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, I interview Han from Byte Sized Investments. Han shares his remarkable journey of purchasing 18 rental properties in the United States all the way from Singapore in just mare 4 years. We delve into his strategies, including the BRRRR method, his experiences in property management, and how he overcame the challenges of remote investing.
Han also talks about his inspiring personal journey, his passion for traveling, and his commitment to social causes like urban farming and animal sanctuaries.
00:00 Introduction 02:04 Journey into Real Estate Investing 03:25 Discovering the US Real Estate Market 07:29 First Steps and Challenges in US Property Investment 12:31 Navigating Property Management from Afar 19:26 The BURR Method and Scaling Up 23:14 Getting Comfortable with Rehabbing 24:01 The Role of Property Managers 24:54 Building Trust and Accountability 25:28 Introduction to Remote Real Estate Academy 26:22 Scaling Up: From One to Many Properties 28:32 The Importance of Relationships in Real Estate 30:46 Leveraging Military Experience in Real Estate 33:32 The Joy of Travel and Van Life 39:42 Passion for Social Causes and Sustainability 44:26 Conclusion
Reach out to Han⤵︎
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teoweihan/
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ByteSizedInvest
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bytesizedinvestments

Aug 5, 2024 • 47min
Navigating Bankruptcy During the 2008 Financial Crisis to Real Estate Success
Frank Contreras, a residential remodeling contractor and real estate investor in the new episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast.
Starting his real estate investment journey in 2007, Frank faced significant challenges, including bankruptcy during the 2010 financial crisis. His return to real estate in 2019 marked a pivotal change, focusing on education, community support, and strategic investing, leading him to successfully manage five long-distance rental properties.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:35 The Turning Point: 2019
02:01 Frank's YouTube Channel: Old Guy REI
02:45 Frank's Background and Early Challenges
04:09 Rebuilding After Bankruptcy
04:47 The Importance of Education and Community
05:46 Investing in Turnkey Properties
11:40 Patience and Discipline
13:40 Career Skills Applied to Real Estate
14:48 Building a Team and Communication
17:10 Remote Real Estate Academy
24:06 Value of Cash Flow and Reserves
36:16 Advice for Older Investors
39:23 Importance of Community and Mentorship
42:27 Closing Thoughts
Reach out to Frank⤵︎
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldguyrei
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/OldGuyREI


