The Flip Talk Podcast with Don Costa
Don Costa - Real Estate Investing - House Flipping - Wholesaling - How to F
Are you looking to build a business around your passion and make the income you want without having to sacrifice all your free time to do it? Do you want straightforward and helpful advice without all the fluff? As the real estate industry grows, it gets harder to find coaches who've been through it all and have knowledge backed by years (or decades) of experience. Flip Talk with Don Costa is a no BS podcast that gives real actionable information that you can use to start or grow your real estate business. No fluff, no bull, and no so-called "experts". Just real knowledge, tips and tricks from the guys who actually flip houses every day! Flip Talk is the podcast for those thinking about getting into real estate. It supports people who want to get more traction for their business and experts who want to stay in the know with current trends in the market. The real estate industry is vast, and it can take a while to find the right direction to go in. If you're looking to get started, trying to find the right hires, scaling your business, identifying new marketing tactics, wholesaling, etc., Flip Talk is here to help. Don't let the fear of what you don't know get in the way of you achieving financial freedom. This show invites guests who share real experiences from the field and fresh insights on what's currently working (and not working) in the real estate world. It's not just about the wins and the fancy cars but also the failures and sacrifices it takes to achieve your real estate and financial goals. Flip Talk offers aspiring real estate entrepreneurs an opportunity to learn from people who provide honest and legitimate perspectives to ensure they're prepared for what's coming. Each week features informative episodes with actionable insights to help boost and elevate your flipping and wholesaling business. Find out what everyone in the industry is doing, and the tools you need to navigate the ever-changing world of real estate. The show supports entrepreneurs in their real estate business journey, combining years of experience with new trends and information on the market. Host Don Costa has been in the real estate investing world for over 20 years. During many highs and lows within market cycles, he lost everything. So he started over and compiled those years of experience and wisdom into the nitty-gritty truth about what it's like to fail and what it takes to succeed. It's not easy and it takes hard work. Don is here to guide you through with practical steps and realistic advice on how to avoid many of the mistakes that occur when you first start out and how to make buying and selling real estate a successful business. He will help you achieve your wealth-building goals, find your vision and purpose, live your passion, and build a successful business around it. If you've ever thought about flipping houses and investing in real estate, you're in the right place. Learn the ins and outs of real estate investing without all the fluff from self-proclaimed "gurus". Get real, practical knowledge from the people who have been doing it daily for years. Subscribe to weekly episodes for an inside look at successful house-flipping businesses. Learn from real investors who have forged the path to success. Join Don Costa for tips and tricks on how to implement systems while avoiding common and costly mistakes to grow your house-flipping business today! Join and listen to Flip Talk at https://fliptalk.com!
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Oct 23, 2019 • 33min
Join the Cash-Flow Game with Tyler Sheff
Managing your cash flow is very important in real estate investing. You need to know how to maintain streams of capital to buy good properties, offset debts, and make sure that your business stays afloat. There are many different strategies that you can employ to help you achieve your goals, but the question is – which one should to use? Which one is truly effective? The reality is that there is no silver bullet. There is no miracle solution that is everything you need to succeed. The right strategies for maintaining your cash flow and building wealth is a combination of strategies that cater to you and your business. You will make mistakes along the way as you find your own secret formula for success, but the most important thing is to learn from these mistakes. Income Property Expert, Tyler Sheff, admits that he had made a lot of mistakes when he was starting out. These mistakes kept him from having a successful real estate investing business and forced him to leave to find a regular job after the Housing Crash of 2008. Today, he manages a successful real estate business and he has founded Cash Flow Guys, an institution that focuses on educating people on how they can make a good start in real estate investing. In today’s episode, Tyler shares how he finds investors, closes deals and manage his cash flow. He also shares some good insights on the Buy and Hold strategy and how he invests using 100% private capital. “You're not going to raise private capital off of a list." - Tyler Sheff On today’s episode of Flip Talk: Tyler’s Advice for Starting Real Estate Investors Resources Mentioned: Connect with Tyler Sheff: Interact with Don and the Flip Talk Community Can’t wait for Wednesday for another new episode of the Flip Talk podcast? Join Don and the rest of the Flip Talk community in our exclusive Facebook group to learn more about what you need to be doing to build your real estate investing business. Catch Don in one of his Facebook Live Q&As and gain more knowledge from interacting with your peers in this one-of-a-kind group. Be continuously updated about the ins and outs of real estate investing by subscribing to the Flip Talk podcast on iTunes, following the Flip Talk Facebook page, or browsing through our resources in our newly improved website.
Oct 9, 2019 • 38min
Sticking to Your Core Competency with Mike Cowper
Mike Cowper is the owner of Return on Investments, a high-volume wholesale business in the Greater Detroit Area. He describes his success in real estate to be primarily due to his experience working in sales for five years. In September 2014, he stumbled across a free real estate mentorship group and signed up. After learning and gaining massive interest in the industry, Mike’s determination helped him close his first deal by November of that same year. Mike joins me today to share how his business has been doing since his last appearance on Flip Talk. He describes the experience he’s accumulated, the changes he applied to his company, and how their goals changed as they grew. He explains the importance of sticking to your core competency and why you shouldn’t try to be something you know you’re not capable of. Mike also shares advice for those who may want to try something new, either for their business or personal development. “I'm good at being a leader and a mentor, but I'm not a manager. I recognize it's not my core competency.” - Mike Cowper On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Mike Cowper’s Tips for Getting into Real Estate Investing: Resources Mentioned: Connect with Mike Cowper: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
Oct 7, 2019 • 33min
Wholesaling, Direct Mail and your Mindset with Cody Hofine
On today’s episode, I’m joined by Cody Hofhine, founder of Investor Grit and Utah Sell Now, LLC. Cody has been in the real estate investment and wholesaling industry since 2015. During his first year in business, Cody has achieved over $500,000 in wholesale assignments and for this year, he is on track to do over $1-Million in assignments in the next year. Cody is a world-class wholesaler who chooses to work strictly within his local market and community. Today, he shares some of the most successful marketing strategies he has used to achieve such amazing success, why he feels finding a mentor is so important to the success of any new investor’s business, as well as tips and strategies most new retail investors can use throughout their business to begin down the path of business success. “Just stay focused. Keep it simple, set goals & make them very actionable.” On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: 3 Ways New Investors Can Get Involved in Real Estate Investing: Connect with Cody Hofhine: Rate, Review, Learn, and Share Join us every Wednesday for a brand new episode of the Flip Talk podcast. Flip Talk is your show to learn all about the ins, outs, and in-betweens on real estate investing and house flipping. Email your questions to Topics [at] FlipTalk [dot] com. Subscribe to the show and share your thoughts by leaving us a review on iTunes, Facebook, or visit our website.
Sep 11, 2019 • 28min
Spying on the Competition's Keywords with Steve Trang
Steve Trang is a podcast host and the owner of Stunning Homes Realty. Stunning Homes Realty’s goal is to remove the stress and anxiety of buying or selling a home and give their clients a pleasant experience throughout the whole process. Steve has more than twelve years of experience in real estate, and he’s learned to treat each transaction from the perspective of the customers. Steve joins me to share how his business has grown since he started it. He describes what it means to connect realtors and wholesalers and why it’s important. He explains how his lead generation strategy works and the software he uses. He discusses some of the best and worst ways to communicate with agents. Steve also shares advice for those who are adamant about joining the real estate industry. “The best service you can give to a homeowner is to listen to their problems and give them options.” - Steve Trang On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Steve Trang’s Tips for Getting into Real Estate Investing: Resources Mentioned: Connect with Steve Trang: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
Aug 28, 2019 • 39min
Sticking to the Fundamentals with Paul Shughart
Paul Shughart is new to the real estate industry, but he has already established himself as an investor who is in it for the long haul. He is a self-taught real estate investor and he has learned from the best mentors through incredible networking and strong relationships. Paul’s expertise lies in his ability to create bids and proposals, thanks to his experience working in the telecommunications industry. Paul joins me today to share how he got started in real estate and how he recovered from one of his first bad deals. He describes his long-term goals and why he values relationships over money. He then turns the tables and picks my brain regarding my wisdom on strategies for wholesaling and rehabs, cash flow and scaling a real estate business, marketing methods, and my thoughts on virtual wholesaling. “I've learned the value of relationships. It's not always about the money. Once I got that through my head, things just started happening.” - Paul Shughart On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Paul Shughart’s Tips for Getting into Real Estate Investing: Connect with Paul Shughart: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
Aug 12, 2019 • 38min
Closing Deals Anywhere Without Meeting Sellers with Avi Rasowsky
Avi Rasowsky is a real estate investor in the Houston, Texas area and the owner of Customers Acquisition Services (CAS). As the name implies, CAS serves clients who need assistance in customer acquisition and lead generation that leads to increased revenue. Avi has a unique talent for flipping houses virtually through traditional and innovative ways. Avi joins me today to share how he got started in real estate and why he decided to build his career in this industry. He describes some of his preferred lead generation systems and discusses why Google Ads can be too expensive. Avi also explains the pros and cons of closing deals virtually and what he plans to do in the future. “Get sellers on the phone or in-person and just make a bunch of mistakes. Everything starts with a deal.” - Avi Rasowsky On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Avi Rasowsky’s Tips for Getting into Real Estate Investing: Connect with Avi Rasowsky’s: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
Jul 29, 2019 • 42min
Managing a Business That Does Hundreds of Deals a Month with Lee Kearney
Lee Kearney is the CEO and Owner of Southeast Property Investments Network (SPIN). SPIN is a real estate company in the Tampa Bay area and calls itself the largest wholesaler of distressed properties on Florida’s west coast. Lee is also a real estate coach and offers programs for novices and experienced investors through the 7 Figure Master Class. The courses teach investors how to multiply their monthly deals and boost their income significantly. Today, Lee joins me to share his passion for this real estate and describes how he went from closing a hundred deals a year to a hundred deals a month. He discusses his business practices during a financial crisis, how he dealt with the market crash of 2008, and where his business is today. He explains the importance of knowing who you’re hiring as well as focusing only on what you need to know as the owner. Lee also shares expert advice for those interested in becoming an investor. “Your systems, processes, and SOPs are only as good as the people enacting them.” - Lee Kearney On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Lee Kearney’s Tips for Getting into Real Estate Investing: Connect with Lee Kearney: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
Jul 22, 2019 • 22min
Josh McRay Online Lead Generation
Josh McRay is part of the online marketing team behind Lead Propeller. Lead Propeller is a business that aims to improve lead generation by optimizing real estate websites. Their services include landing pages, website templates, blog content, local phone numbers, and custom forms. Josh’s responsibilities include client engagement, search engine optimization services, and results tracking. Today, Josh discusses the importance of establishing an online presence in the real estate industry. He describes how online lead generation can be better than direct mail. He shares some of the common mistakes investors make when it comes to online marketing. Josh also explains the difference between SEO and PPC as well as when and how to properly utilize them. “The thing that keeps your competition from leap-frogging over your result is the consistent building of your website’s credibility.” - Josh McRay On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Josh McRay’s Tips for Getting into Real Estate Investing: Resources Mentioned: Connect with Josh McRay: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
Jul 15, 2019 • 35min
RON LEGRAND Gets Me to Spill Everything
Most of the time, you hear me asking the questions, grilling the guests about how they became a force in this industry. Well, today will be something different. I’m sharing an interview I did with Ron LeGrand where I’m the one on the hot seat. If you have not heard of him, Ron LeGrand is a real estate legend, author, and host of The Mentor Podcast. Today, I share my backstory, my passion for the real estate industry, and how I built my company to where it is today. I discuss my target number of deals this year and how I plan on closing them. I describe how I run my team and how I coach them to their full potential. I also explain why I’m still big on direct mail, why I prefer postcards, and how I manage to keep track of all my leads and other important numbers. “I'm not different; I'm not any smarter than anybody else. The only difference is I got out of my own way.” - Don Costa On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Resources Mentioned: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
Jun 10, 2019 • 19min
Grant Kollar Grills Don About EVERYTHING
Grant Kollar is 19 years old and currently in the National Guard, a fan of the podcast, and is new to the world of real estate investing. His passion to create financial freedom and his initiative was more than enough to fuel his desire to start exploring investing in real estate. Today, Grant joins me to share his passion for real estate and how he came to be interested in this type of business. I share how I got started, what made me want to become an investor, and some of the first strategies I used before social media was a thing. I describe the importance of getting the right funding and reiterate why private funds are always better. I also help Grant understand how to access the right type of information, particularly for pre-foreclosures. “Always be preparing during the good times for the down times.” - Don Costa On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk: Resources Mentioned: Connect with Grant Kollar: Join the Flip Talk Coaching Program Are you struggling to become a real estate investor? Perhaps you’re unsure of what your “next steps” should be to achieve your goals in your wholesale or fix & flip business. As a smart investor, you know it’s important to find a business coach who understands the real estate market and growing a real estate empire. If you’re ready to make leaps and bounds in your real estate business, apply today for the Flip Talk Coaching Program. Get real insight, tips, and strategies you need to be a successful real estate investor. Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don’t forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk’s Rookie PlayBook and and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube, and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.
