Real Estate Junkies: Coast 2 Coast

Sep 04 2024
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Join Steve Mernick and Russell Ham as they share their incredible journey from meeting almost five years ago to becoming successful real estate entrepreneurs. Despite having no prior real estate experience, Steve and Russell decided to start a business, which revolutionized their lives. Moving from woodworking and teaching careers, they found passion and freedom in creative financial real estate.

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15 | Master Real Estate Success With Key Strategies And Networking Tips!

Sep 04 2024 22 mins  
Send us a textIn this conversation, Russell and Steve discuss mastering real estate success with key strategies and networking tips. They emphasize the importance of having multiple options and being able to pivot when a deal doesn't fit in your usual approach. They also highlight the value of building relationships and networking with other professionals in the industry. They shar

14 | Follow-Up Strategies in Real Estate: The Key to Success

Aug 28 2024 31 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Rusty Ham (West Coast) and Steve (East Coast) discuss the importance of follow-up strategies when dealing with real estate leads. They dive into mindset, skillset, and systems, emphasizing the significance of consistent follow-up to close deals. The hosts share practical tips, such as triple dialing, using a

13 | Tips To Master Real Estate Lead Generation

Aug 21 2024 38 mins  
Send us a textJoin hosts Russell Ham and Steve as they dive deep into real estate lead generation strategies in this episode of 'Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast.' They explore different lead sources like My Plus Leads and PropStream, discuss the nuances of pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, and examine the role of SEO in acquiring high-quality inbound leads. They also share person

12 | Unlocking Your Mindset For Real Estate Success: Top Buyer Strategies Revealed!

Aug 14 2024 32 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, co-hosts Rusty Ham and Steve Mernick discuss the essential mindset needed for real estate success. They delve into their personal journeys in real estate, emphasizing the three pillars: mindset, skillset, and systems. The episode provides valuable insights into the buyer side, including the realities and challenge

11 | Mastering Assign-Out Deals: Strategies, Role Play, and Profitability Insights

Aug 07 2024 31 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Rusty Ham and Steve dive into the intricacies of assign-out deals, also known as lease purchases with an option to buy. They discuss regional differences in real estate markets, the hibernation habits of North-Easterners, and the softer climates of Southern California. The episode provides detailed role-play

10 | Navigating Real Estate Success with John Clark: Insights from Wicked Smart Community

Jul 31 2024 28 mins  
Send us a textJoin co-hosts Rusty Ham and Steve as they dive deep into the real estate journey of special guest John Clark from Waltham, Massachusetts. John shares his transition from a legal career to thriving in real estate, recounting his initial struggles, the support he received from the Wicked Smart community, and the creative strategies that helped him succeed.With anecdotes

9 | Overcoming Real Estate Fatigue: Mindset, Skill Set, and Systems

Jul 24 2024 29 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, Rusty Ham and Steve discuss the challenges and mental fatigue associated with the real estate business. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, setting 90-day goals, and celebrating small wins to keep motivated. Steve shares his experience with a failed first deal and the emotional rollerc

8 | Mindset, Sub 2 Deals & Creative Financing

Jul 17 2024 28 mins  
Send us a textJoin Rusty Ham and Steve as they delve into the three pillars of real estate success: Mindset, Skillset, and Systems. In this episode, the focus is on the mindset needed for achieving real estate goals. The duo shares insights from 'The Gap and the Gain' and discuss setting actionable and attainable goals. They also explore the concept of 'Sub 2' deals, specifically f

7 | Importance of Systems in Scaling a Real Estate Business

Jul 10 2024 31 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Rusty Ham and Steve Mernick dive deep into the importance of systems in scaling a real estate business. They explore how tracking KPIs and utilizing tools like automated dialers can drastically improve efficiency and lead generation. The discussion transitions into creative financing strategies, such as subj

6 | From Firefighter to Real Estate Investor: Kyle's Journey of Grit and Manifestation

Jul 03 2024 37 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast! Hosts Rusty Hamm and Steve introduce their first guest, Kyle, a third-generation firefighter from Northern California who transitioned into real estate investing. Kyle shares his journey, starting with his interest in real estate during the 2008 financial crisis and how COVID-19 provided a window of opportunity. From buyi