

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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Mar 7, 2023 • 32min
Diving Deep Into Virtual Investing With Lauren Hardy
 We miss so many opportunities in real estate investing because of our perceived distance. We either limit ourselves to properties within a certain radius or give up altogether because of the time and effort it takes. If this dilemma sounds familiar to you, then you’ll find virtual investing a great solution. In this episode, real estate investor Lauren Hardy shows how you can invest anytime, anywhere at just the tip of your fingertips. She takes us across her own real estate journey, sharing her first few deals and how she eventually took on the virtual mindset. Digging deeper, Lauren then talks about virtual wholesaling and flipping. She breaks down some of the challenges she had to overcome and shares what has made her successful throughout it all. Join Lauren as she shows how success in this industry is not beyond arm’s reach. In fact, you can just grab it. 

Feb 28, 2023 • 26min
Flipping Houses And Making Money: Learn The Best Real Estate And Passive Income Tactics With Sam Primm
 Want to learn some valuable and exclusive real estate and passive income tactics? In this episode, Sam Primm shares his real estate journey and how he realized that there is no ceiling to the money he can make through flipping houses! Sam shares how to analyze the market and leverage on your assets to get the best deals. Sam explains how your mindset, attitude, and ethics also play a huge role in your journey. He also touches on partnership, brand building, making connections, and more! Tune in and see what fits your needs as a growing entrepreneur and real estate investor! 

Feb 21, 2023 • 27min
Senior Housing: Investing In Residential Assisted Living With Isabelle Guarino Smith
 Do you want to invest in the real estate industry but looking for a different new spice in it? Don Costa welcomes Isabelle Guarino Smith on The Flip Talk Podcast. Isabelle, the COO at Residential Assisted Living Academy, dives into investing in residential assisted living. Senior Homes is different than most real estate investment opportunities because it is not just real estate. It is a business. The demand and supply in residential assisted living do not match, and it is a great business investor might want to dive into. Find out more by tuning in to this episode! 

Feb 14, 2023 • 19min
Rent, Resell, And Wholesale: Getting Started On Your Real Estate Journey And Entrepreneurial Life With Ed Peugh
 In this episode we have Ed Peugh, Licensed North Carolina Real Estate Broker and Co-founder of CLT Buyers. Ed Peugh shares his real estate journey and discusses his off-market opportunities for Rehab and Resell, Rehab and Rent, and Wholesale. He shares the biggest lessons he has learned as an entrepreneur and how businesspeople can become better tycoons. Ed also shares exclusive tips and expert advice on jumping into the real estate investing arena or becoming a thriving entrepreneur who can take on any competitor. Tune in now! 

Feb 7, 2023 • 24min
The Fundamentals Of House Flipping With Travis Wilt
 With so much negative and unpredictable news about the current market, how should you start house flipping? Our guest has so much value in his pocket to share today. Travis Wilt, the CEO of MTGW Acquisitions, discusses the fundamentals of house flipping to help you get your real estate game right. He explains why you must convert your leads, the power of doing consistent follow-ups, and the importance of having the right resources and commitment to do it. Travis also reminds everyone to be careful of consuming too much negativity that could mess up your mindset and game plan. Take note of these golden nuggets of wisdom to discover where you can make good money right away! 

Jan 31, 2023 • 18min
The Resources You’ll Need To Jumpstart Your Real Estate Journey With Patrick McGrath
 Real estate is a path – and a long one at that. To be fully equipped for its journey, having monetary resources is not enough. In this episode, Patrick McGrath shares his real estate journey and how he built and continually developed his organization, California RE Investors. Patrick also touches on organizational structures, the real estate market, the value of creating experiences, and more! Tune in now and learn which partnerships to make, which organizations to join or build, and everything else needed for your real estate journey!  

Jan 24, 2023 • 30min
Lee Waldrop: Creating A Real Estate Empire With Revitalize Realty
 Lee Waldrop always wanted to build an ecosystem that can revitalize the community and do something good. That is why he founded Revitalize Realty. Alongside his team, he manages Revitalize Construction, Revitalize Heating & Air, and so much more. It does get tiring but that doesn't stop him because of his drive for revitalization. Join Don Costa as he talks to Lee Waldrop about how he grew and scaled his business. Discover how he started doing creative financing, property management, and more. Learn how to get started in real estate and really grow your business. 

Jan 17, 2023 • 47min
Success Secrets On Real Estate Wholesaling With Adam Balsinger
 Real estate wholesaling is indeed a profitable space to be in. But going all out by yourself might not be the best approach to take. Finding the right partners is the key to achieving significant wholesaling success. In this episode, Don Costa interviews Adam Balsinger who shares his inspiring real estate journey. Their conversation focuses on the nitty-gritty parts of wholesaling and syndication skills, emphasizing the most important strategies that lead to desirable results. Adam also drops information bombs on securing the best partnerships, creating the right content, and more. Tune in now and get mentally equipped for your real estate journey! 

Jan 10, 2023 • 23min
This New Secret Weapon Is Fire With Josh Deshong
 Want to know how to change your business significantly down the road? For today’s episode, we’ll be diving into Josh Deshong’s story, including his journey to finding Trelly. Trelly is a company dedicated to helping investors with what they need to find, assess and buy an investment property from anywhere. Tune in now to this episode full of gold nuggets on the real estate market, how to improve your business, how to raise brand awareness, and more! 

Jan 3, 2023 • 19min
Rehabbing As An Exit Strategy With Jason Lavender
 Real estate is undeniably a worthy investment. With the use of a proper exit strategy, you will boost your bottom line dramatically! In this episode, Don Costa welcomes Jason Lavender to have a rehabbing conversation and delve deeper into how rehabbing is much preferable when exiting your business. Jason Lavender shares his experience and tips to help first-time investors navigate the waters of rehabbing. Tune in to this episode now! 


