Passive Income Adventures

By: Emma Powell
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  • Achieve success through inspiring stories and tough lessons from entrepreneurs and investors. Go behind the scenes in their business deals and passive income adventures. This is a team sport, and every success or mistake has a group of people behind it with stories to learn from. Hosted by Emma Powell of Rise Capital, a commercial real estate investing fund for accredited investors, we'll focus on a variety of passive income topics such as finding and underwriting opportunities, finding a niche, managing business partners, and the teams that make deals happen, all from the trenches!
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  • 102 - Critical Foundations - Bob Brown

    102 - Critical Foundations - Bob Brown
    Jan 7 2025
    Foundation Repair Insider Tips: Building Passive Income and Financial Freedom with Bob Brown In this episode of Passive Income Adventures, we dive deep into the world of foundation repair and real estate investing with Bob Brown, a foundation repair expert. Host Emma discusses with Bob the critical importance of foundations in real estate, whether you're an active investor or a passive one. Bob shares his journey from working through college doing concrete repairs to becoming a successful real estate investor and business owner. He provides insightful tips on how to approach foundation issues, the importance of forensic geotechnical engineers, and how to avoid being misled by foundation repair companies. This episode also highlights the complexities of the foundation repair industry, the significance of proper planning and budgeting for unforeseen issues, and the importance of building a reliable network to ensure financial security and freedom. Whether you're deep into real estate or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable advice to help you make informed decisions and ensure your investments are secure. Bio: RK Bob Brown is an author, speaker, patented innovator, and the foremost authority on foundation repair diagnosis. Not only is Bob an industry insider, he’s a trusted industry expert with more than 35 years of experience. Bob Brown brings transparency, accountability, and engineering efficacy to an otherwise opaque industry. His forthcoming book, Foundation Repair Secrets (Advantage Books) reveals industry expert and insider secrets to help homeowners, home builders, real estate agents and brokers, and mortgage underwriters avoid loss of income as well as costly repairs. RK Bob Brown worked his way to expert status—he founded Arizona Foundation Solutions in 1989 and built one of the only foundation repair companies to utilize licensed professional engineers on the front end. He sold his business in 2022 to focus on writing and speaking. He holds four patents, has three pending, and developed a first-of-its-kind software to streamline home foundation investigations. He has been designated a certified Foundation Repair Specialist by NFRA, is LEED Accredited, and is an EPA-approved Radon Measurement and Mitigation Specialist, among other accreditations. In short, Bob Brown is one of the few industry experts who truly knows dirt, which is why people call him the Dirt Whisperer. Connect: https://foundationrepairsecrets.com Connect with Emma: https://InvestWithEmma.com https://Highrise.group https://PartnerWithRise.com/emma 00:00 Introduction to Passive Income Adventures 00:29 Meet Bob Brown: Foundation Repair Expert 01:39 Bob's Journey into Real Estate Investing 03:50 The Importance of Foundations in Real Estate 06:58 Understanding Foundation Issues and Repairs 10:07 The Role of Geotechnical Engineers 20:15 Advice for Active and Passive Investors 30:27 The Challenges of Competing with Large Companies 31:25 Emerging Trends in Investment Funds 32:10 Foundation Repair: A Complicated Business 32:50 Personal Experiences with Foundation Issues 35:14 Understanding Foundation Repair Costs and Scams 36:44 The Importance of Expert Advice in Property Maintenance 39:22 Selling Properties with Foundation Issues 45:39 The Role of Geotechnical Engineers 54:30 Mission to Improve the Foundation Repair Industry 01:00:28 Entrepreneurial Insights and Final Thoughts
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    55 mins
  • 101 - Subway Millionaire - Trever Ahing

    101 - Subway Millionaire - Trever Ahing
    Dec 31 2024
    Mastering Real Estate Investing: Transforming Lives and Building Wealth Join us in this compelling episode where we dive deep into the world of real estate investing, featuring insights from successful investors who have transitioned from military careers, faced personal tragedies, and navigated challenging markets to achieve remarkable success. Discover creative strategies such as novation agreements, house hacking, and leveraging VA loans, while understanding the importance of mentorship, community, and ethical practices. Learn about the transformation from active to passive income, building sustainable wealth, and fostering educational growth through platforms like Buyer Beater University. This episode offers valuable tips, personal anecdotes, and strategies to help you reclaim your time, increase financial stability, and achieve your real estate investment goals. Bio: Trever Ahing is the Founder and CEO of BuyerBeater, a leading educational company specializing in novation strategies. Recognizing that novations offer both high profitability and ethical advantages in real estate investing, Trever developed a patented strategy that has generated millions in revenue. To share his expertise, he established BuyerBeater University, a platform designed to educate a wide range of individuals interested in creative real estate, including investors, wholesalers, and agents. In just three years since transitioning from his Marine Corps service, Trever has positioned BuyerBeater as the top novation education provider in America. Connect: https://buyerbeateruniversity.com @investwithtrev Connect with Emma: https://InvestWithEmma.com https://Highrise.group https://PartnerWithRise.com/emma 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Show 00:23 Guest Introduction: Trevor Ahing 00:31 Real Estate Investing Insights 00:54 Personal Stories and Backgrounds 01:30 Family and Priorities 02:06 Transition to Real Estate 03:37 First Steps in Real Estate 05:41 Accidental Full-Time Real Estate 06:31 Innovative Real Estate Strategies 08:17 Challenges and Successes 15:21 Advice for Different Age Groups 25:25 Ethics in Real Estate 31:51 Current Projects and Future Plans 33:43 Transitioning from Active to Passive Income 33:59 Midterm Rentals and Community Engagement 34:44 Challenges and Strategies in Real Estate 38:17 Creative Financing and Mentorship 39:22 Paid Education and Mentorship Insights 41:44 Passive Investing and Community Building 51:23 Balancing Active and Passive Income 52:17 Family, Business, and Future Goals 01:01:49 Podcast Wrap-Up and Contact Information
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 100 - Your Super Power is Communicating - Michael Parks

    100 - Your Super Power is Communicating - Michael Parks
    Dec 24 2024
    Navigating Real Estate Investment with Michael Parks: From Complex to Simple In this episode of Passive Income Adventures, host Emma Powell is joined by Michael Parks, an experienced real estate investor and capital raiser. They discuss Michael's journey from technology to real estate, the power of simplifying complex concepts, and the nuances of raising capital. The conversation explores the distinction between retail and institutional investors, the decision between active and passive investment roles, and the merits of equity vs. debt-focused strategies. Michael shares insights on transitioning into real estate syndication and starting a debt fund, emphasizing the need for diverse skills and a systematic approach to project management. The episode also touches on the benefits of diversification in investments and how individuals can leverage their unique skills to succeed in real estate. Bio: Michael has been involved in real estate investing for over 10 years. Michael has experience in underwriting, acquisition, construction, asset management, leasing, and financing. He is primarily focused on acquiring and repositioning multifamily communities while helping others to achieve their real estate goals. Michael has built a robust network of real estate professionals for sourcing and operating great properties and operating them to high performance results. Using strong analytical skills and a conservative approach, Michael evaluates the risk to identify wise investments. Michael has been both a General Partner and Limited Partner in multiple real estate syndications with over 350 units. As a General Partner, Michael is involved with all aspects of acquiring, operating, and eventually selling the property. Connect: https://navwf.com Connect with Emma: https://InvestWithEmma.com https://Highrise.group https://PartnerWithRise.com/Emma 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:56 Michael's Real Estate Journey 03:44 The Role of IT Professionals in Real Estate 06:57 Leveraging Skills for Real Estate Success 10:22 Active vs. Passive Real Estate Investing 20:09 Retail vs. Institutional Investors 25:37 Starting with Debt: A Learning Journey 26:04 Types of Loans and Properties 26:29 Personal Experiences in Real Estate 28:26 Transitioning to a Debt Fund 28:39 Making Deals Work with Creative Financing 30:58 The Stability of Debt Investments 33:50 Diversification and Risk Management 42:28 Understanding Pooled vs. Customizable Funds 48:21 Networking and Industry Collaboration 50:49 Conclusion and Contact Information
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    52 mins

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