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Passive Income Adventures

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!Emma Powell Economics Personal Finance
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  • 131 - How to Flip Land Without Breaking the Bank - Hunter Pogatchnik

    131 - How to Flip Land Without Breaking the Bank - Hunter Pogatchnik
    Jul 29 2025
    How to Master Land Investing: Creating Passive Income with Hunter PonikWelcome back to another episode of Passive Income Adventures! In this enlightening video, we dive deep into the world of land investing and passive income generation with our special guest, Hunter Ponik, also known as Hunter Pogo. Discover the steps Hunter took from starting in real estate during college to becoming a successful land investor who balances it all with a part-time lifestyle. Whether you're new to real estate or looking to diversify your investment portfolio, this episode offers invaluable insights. Learn about the nuances of land flipping, the importance of good marketing, and strategies for passive investors. Plus, find out how Hunter collaborates with young and seasoned investors alike to maximize their returns. Don't miss out on this engaging and informative discussion! Bio:Hunter Pogatchnik is a full-time real estate investor who flips over 100 vacant land properties each year and teaches others how to do the same. He holds a double major in Finance and Marketing, along with a minor in Banking, from North Dakota State University. Before transitioning into real estate full-time, Hunter worked in consulting, helping Fortune 500 companies optimize their revenue operations and sales strategies.Through his land flipping education, Hunter has guided numerous students to success—several achieving six-figure results. His expertise has been featured on podcasts such as the Wealthy Investor Podcast, Nucapital Podcast, and many others.Originally from Minnesota, Hunter now resides in Las Vegas, where he continues to scale his remote land flipping business.To learn more about his work or explore potential opportunities to collaborate, visit www.SellTheEarth.com.Connect with Hunter Ponik: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunterpogo/ Website: https://selltheearth.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunterponikConnect with Emma:https://InvestWithEmma.com https://PartnerWithRise.com/Emma https://Highrise.group00:00 Introduction to Passive Income Adventures00:49 Guest Introduction: Hunter Ponik01:38 Hunter's Journey into Real Estate03:26 First Steps in Land Investing04:36 Understanding Seller Financing09:04 Differences Between Land and House Investing15:18 Marketing Strategies for Land17:56 Buying Land: On-Market vs. Off-Market20:59 Volume vs. Value in Land Deals27:01 Partnering with Passive Investors31:20 Building Trust and Managing Investments31:52 Structuring Deals for Investor Confidence33:22 Delegating Tasks and Systemizing Operations33:57 The Importance of Systems for Passive Investors35:28 Starting Out and Scaling Up39:18 House Hacking and Financial Freedom40:25 Balancing Lifestyle and Business Growth50:59 Future Plans and Long-Term Goals57:38 Connecting and Networking for Success
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    59 mins
  • 130 - The Unexpected Evolution of Our Software That Changed Everything - Litan Yahav

    130 - The Unexpected Evolution of Our Software That Changed Everything - Litan Yahav
    Jul 22 2025
    Revolutionizing Wealth Management with Visor: Insights from Israel to the U.S.In this episode of Passive Income Adventures, host Emma Powell sits down with Latan from Visor.co. Discover how Visor evolved from a simple tool to manage private investments into a sophisticated platform worth $18 billion in assets. Delve into the challenges and solutions of managing complex financial portfolios, and learn about the concept of a virtual family office. Emma and Latan also explore cultural differences in financial transparency, investing strategies, and the future of wealth management technology. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode will provide valuable insights and practical tips for managing your diversified portfolio.Bio:As experienced entrepreneurs and investors, we have spent a lot of time managing money. We worked hard to realize numerous successful ventures, but since our first exit, we have had to manage the resulting assets on our own.We found ourselves buried under a mile-high pile of post-its, papers, spreadsheets and computer programs, spending countless hours trying to find, sort, organize and manage our diverse investment information.We were losing too much time dealing with piles of paper and spreadsheets, rather than looking for more crowd-sourced insights, real estate deals and private equity opportunities… We quickly realized we were not alone: there were many investors that were just like us.We all wanted to ditch the spreadsheets, but we needed a solution. So, we created Vyzer.We are so proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish at Vyzer so far. With a single platform, we’ve been able to help investors – like you – streamline how they control their wealth and plan their financial futures.Our sincere hope is that Vyzer gives you a more complete and detailed understanding of your investment portfolio, peace of mind in your investment decisions, and more timeConnect with Latan: https://visor.co Connect with Emma: https://InvestWithEmma.com https://PartnerWithRise.com/Emma https://Highrise.group00:00 Building the Ultimate Financial Management Tool00:28 Welcome to Passive Income Adventures00:43 Introducing Latanya Hav and Visor02:03 The Origins of Visor03:19 Challenges in Private Market Investments04:43 Managing Complex Financial Portfolios08:39 Diversification and Investment Strategies12:53 Accessing Private Market Opportunities14:37 The Role of Visor in Simplifying Investments15:19 Fund of Funds and Fee Structures21:02 Balancing Risk and Reward in Investments23:36 Streamlining Financial Management with Visor25:15 Managing Tax Season with Ease25:46 Leveraging AI for Investment Insights26:57 Key Features of Visor29:45 Challenges of Managing Passive Investments34:07 Cultural Differences in Financial Openness40:12 Understanding Family Offices45:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    48 mins
  • 129 - From Scrubs to Riches_ The Doctor's Guide to Smart Real Estate Investing - Dennis Bethel

    129 - From Scrubs to Riches_ The Doctor's Guide to Smart Real Estate Investing - Dennis Bethel
    Jul 15 2025
    Deep Dive into Multifamily Real Estate Investing with Dennis Bethel | Passive Income AdventuresJoin us for an eye-opening episode of 'Passive Income Adventures' featuring Dennis Bethel, founder of Nest Egg Rx. In this episode, Emma and Dennis discuss the importance of due diligence in multifamily real estate investments, along with the nuances of investing in larger properties and syndications. Dennis shares his personal journey from emergency medicine physician to real estate investor, emphasizing the significance of market research, operator experience, and realistic financial projections. Whether you are an experienced investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to diversify their portfolio with multifamily properties.Bio:Dennis Bethel is a seasoned emergency medicine physician and accomplished real estate investor. With over 20 years of real estate investing experience primarily focused on multifamily acquisitions, market development and capital development, Dennis has established a remarkable track record in the multifamily sector. He has successfully raised $200 million in capital, facilitating the purchase of over $900 million in multifamily transactions.Known for his strategic insight and commitment to excellence, Dennis boasts a 100% profitable track record. He puts investors first through enhanced transparency, improved flexibility, and a lower fee model. He is currently the Founder and Managing Partner at NestEggRx and oversees their NestEggRx Investment Fund.Connect with Dennis Bethel:- Email: Dennis@NestEggRx.com- Website: https://NestEggRx.comConnect with Emma:- https://InvestWithEmma.com- https://PartnerWithRise.com/Emma- https://Highrise.group00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Investing00:34 Welcome and Guest Introduction00:41 Mock Interview Setup01:21 Dennis Bethel's Background01:46 Investment Strategies and Market Insights03:02 Challenges and Risks in Real Estate05:59 Importance of Due Diligence06:24 Doctors and Real Estate Investing12:14 Personal Stories and Motivations13:59 Transition to Multifamily Investments16:38 Navigating the Multifamily Market26:39 Investor Education and Transparency31:00 Evaluating Track Records in Real Estate Investments31:44 The Importance of Transparency and Learning from Mistakes33:36 Key Metrics Investors Should Know33:49 Choosing the Right Markets for Investment36:42 Understanding Financial Metrics in Pitch Decks44:05 The Role of Due Diligence in Real Estate45:42 Navigating Competitive Real Estate Markets46:54 Adapting Investment Strategies to Market Conditions49:27 The Importance of Diversification and Long-Term Planning54:38 Preparing for Future Investment Opportunities58:26 Connecting with Experts and Finding the Right Investment Options
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    1 hr
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