

Land Maverick Podcast
Jaren Barnes
Dive deep with us every Thursday into the wild frontier of vacant land investing. Hosted by Jaren Barnes, "The Land Maverick Podcast" is your unfiltered, no-BS ticket into the vast universe of land investing! We're talking genuine conversations, passionate debates, and unexpected insights from some of the sharpest minds in the land game. Whether you're a rookie looking to stake your claim or a seasoned pro scouting the next big opportunity, join us for a wild ride through the intricacies of land investing. Pull up a chair, tune in, and let's get down to the nitty-gritty of turning dirt into dollars.📈 Want to jumpstart or grow your land investing business? Text "Podcast Maverick" to 219-419-7797 to get a free 30-minute strategy session with Jaren!
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Jul 21, 2023 • 40min
020: Steve Hokanson of Thacks Land Books
Welcome to the Land Maverick Podcast with Jaren Barnes and Drew Haney. In this episode, they introduce special guest Steve Hokanson, a maverick in managing finances for land investing at Thacks Land Books.Steve shares his expertise in handling both cash and terms deals, providing valuable insights for keeping land investing books in order. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, don't miss this episode. Steve explains the importance of starting bookkeeping early and recommends using accounting software like Zero or QuickBooks to manage transactions efficiently.Additionally, they discuss the transition from small to larger land deals, emphasizing the need for consistency in mailing and outsourcing tasks. Lastly, they caution against common bookkeeping mistakes and the importance of staying up-to-date with your financial records.Join the Land Maverick Podcast to crush it in land investing!

Jul 14, 2023 • 42min
019: Mike Marshall of Tolosa Property Group
Join the Land Maverick Podcast for a wild ride through the world of land investing! Hosts Jaren Barnes and Drew Haney bring you an exciting conversation with land development expert Mike Marshall. Discover the secrets of entitlements and how they pave the way for successful land projects.From jaw-dropping costs to thrilling encounters with county authorities, this episode is packed with fun and valuable insights. Tune in and unleash your inner land maverick with the Land Maverick Podcast!

Jul 7, 2023 • 40min
018 : LD Stauffer
Welcome to the Land Maverick podcast! Join hosts Jaren Barnes and Drew Haney as they chat with LD Stauffer, the self-made entrepreneur who went from government welfare to launching two multi-million dollar companies. LD is a real estate mogul, world traveler, and a firm believer in the four-hour workweek.Buckle up for an inspiring and hilarious ride as LD joins the podcast while driving to Disney World. Get ready to hear his incredible story, from unconventional education to financial freedom. Discover LD's mindset shifts, his unique approach to life design, and how he balances business success with epic adventures. If you're ready for a fun and insightful podcast that will leave you motivated to chase your dreams, tune in to the Land Maverick podcast. LD's journey from rags to riches will have you laughing, inspired, and ready to take on the world. Let's dive in and start the adventure!

Jun 30, 2023 • 49min
017: Buck Rizvi of Country Mile Land
Welcome to an incredible episode of the Land Maverick Podcast! Hosted by Jaren Barnes and Drew Haney, this show takes you into the world of land investing with the one and only Buck Rizvi.Buck is a successful land investor, tech-savvy entrepreneur, and an amazing rap artist. Get ready to discover how Buck's unique background in digital marketing and the health industry has shaped his success. With engaging banter, hilarious anecdotes, and valuable insights, this episode will inspire you to level up your land business.Tune in now and become a land market maverick!

Jun 23, 2023 • 44min
016: Jessey Kwong & Kevin Rockwood of REI Pebble
Welcome to the Land Maverick Podcast hosted by Jaren Barnes and Drew Haney. Join them as they explore the world of land investing with special guests Jesse Kwang and Kevin Rockwood, the founders of REI Pebble. Discover how REI Pebble, their premier property management system, revolutionizes land investing. Gain valuable insights to streamline your investments. Get ready to crush it in land investing with the Land Maverick Podcast, available on iTunes and Spotify.

Jun 15, 2023 • 51min
015: David Lecko of Deal Machine
Welcome to the Land Maverick podcast! Join hosts Jar Barnes and Drew Haney on the Land Maverick Podcast as they explore the game-changing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in the world of real estate investing. Special guest David Lecko, CEO and founder of Deal Machine, shares his journey from a $7,000 investment to a portfolio of 10 rental units generating $179,000 in annual rental income. Discover how David's innovative app automates the process of finding off-market deals by driving for dollars and connecting with motivated sellers. Gain insights from one of the industry's brightest minds as they reveal the power of AI-driven real estate investing. Tune in now!

Jun 8, 2023 • 58min
014: Ajay Sharma of Learn.Land & Companies
Welcome to the Land Maverick podcast! Join hosts Jaren Barnes and Andrew Haney as they embark on an exciting journey with a phenomenal guest and dear friend, Ajay Sharma. Ajay is a true land prodigy, achieving remarkable success in his high six-figure land business at the young age of 24. Running shop at learn.land alongside the renowned Clint Turner and even co-hosting the REtipster podcast, Ajay’s expertise and insights are second to none.Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this podcast is a must-listen. Ajay’s youthful energy and profound knowledge will inspire and motivate you to achieve your own entrepreneurial dreams.So grab a snack, sit tight, and get ready to be captivated by the Land Maverick podcast. Trust us, you won't want to miss this episode!

May 26, 2023 • 54min
013: JT Olmstead of Your Land Loans
Get ready to dive into the Land Maverick podcast, where Jaren Barnes and Andrew Haney take you on an electrifying journey through the wild world of land investment. And guess what? They've got a badass guest joining them today: the one and only J.T. Olmstead!J.T. is like a land-flipping superhero, folks. He went from being an IT engineer to conquering the real estate game, creating subdivisions, negotiating easements, and making millions. But wait, there's more! He's also the mastermind behind yourlandloans.com, a mind-blowing platform that'll revolutionize how land investors manage their portfolios.Hold onto your hats, because this podcast is packed with stories that'll make your jaw drop. Picture this: J.T. strutting around the Land Maverick Korea event in flip flops, taking wrong bus stops like it's no big deal. This guy is an absolute legend.Let's dig deeper into J.T.'s brainchild, yourlandloans.com. He saw the market was lacking something awesome, so he built his own platform from scratch. It took him a solid 18 months of hustle, but he unleashed a beast that keeps getting better and better. Talk about dedication!So, buckle up and prepare for riveting conversations, mind-blowing strategies, and some serious laughs on the Land Maverick podcast. If you're ready to dominate the land investment game, hit that subscribe button now and let's rock and roll, my friends!

May 18, 2023 • 37min
012: Brennon Murphy of Land Maverick Society
Join us for an eye-opening episode of the Land Maverick Podcast as Jaren sits down with a fellow land Maverick, Brennon Murphy. They dive deep into what it's really like to work with Jaren in a coaching capacity, and boy, do they have some stories to share!Brennon, who has been coached by Jaren and successfully completed multiple deals together, spills the beans on their journey. From the early days of stumbling around to the game-changing insights they gained, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and experiences.Discover the secrets behind Jaren's coaching style that has propelled Brennon to success. Get ready for some real talk, laughs, and powerful insights that will inspire you to take your land flipping game to new heights.Don't miss out on this captivating episode of the Land Maverick Podcast, available on iTunes, Spotify, and more. Hit that subscribe button and join the ranks of motivated land investors who are ready to conquer the flipping game with Jaren's guidance. Land Mavericks, let's do this!

May 11, 2023 • 1h 1min
011: Justin Sliva of Casual Fridays REI
Alright folks, get ready for some land-flipping knowledge bombs! The Land Maverick Podcast just dropped a sick episode featuring the one and only Justin Silva, a legend in the land flipping game. Hosted by yours truly, we dive deep into the secrets of success in this industry.Justin Sliva drops some real talk on how learning from him can help you become a flipping powerhouse, but he also keeps it humble by admitting there are tons of smart people in the land business that can make him feel stupid at times. Hey, it happens to the best of us, right?But what really sets Justin apart is his expertise in subdividing land. He breaks down how he got into it and how it's helped him kill it in the game. In the past two years alone, he's completed 20-21 subdivides! And he's not stopping there, folks. This guy is constantly using it as a tool to evaluate deals and make those sweet, sweet profits.Now, I know what you're thinking: "But Jaren, what about the breakdown of the percentage of subdivides versus traditional flips in his business?" Well, my friends, Justin doesn't play by those rules. He evaluates each deal on a case-by-case basis, and that's how he's been able to dominate the land flipping game.So, grab a cold one and tune in to this episode of The Land Maverick Podcast, and let's flip some land like the Mavericks we are!


