• EP. 47 Hard Work Always Prevails with Keisha Kennedy
    Oct 24 2022

    Of all the ways to achieve financial success, real estate investing is one of the best - and today’s guest Keisha Kennedy will tell you exactly why.

    Keisha is an army veteran of six years and the founder of Kennedy Remedy Investments. Initially starting in 2011, Keisha has steadily expanded her portfolio over the last 10 years. She currently focuses on investing in commercial multi-family properties and helping her clients achieve their passive income dreams.


    In this episode Keisha and I discuss her background and how she began in real estate, her life in Kuwait, some advantages to investing in larger assets and much more!


    Episode Outline:


    (1:52) - Episode beginning and guest introduction


    (2:39) - Keisha goes over her backstory


    (6:48) - “What are some of the advantages to investing in real estate?”


    (10:03) - Closing the knowledge gap as a real estate investor, how to own, operate and invest in real estate


    (11:41) - The importance of coaches/mentors, “You can have all the tools in the world until it’s time to take action”


    (17:34) - The difference between a passive investor and an active investor, what are the roles and responsibilities?


    (19:51) - What is a general partner?


    (22:44) - How do investor relationships work? What types of updates do passive investors get?


    (25:42) - What are some of the advantages of looking at larger assets compared to smaller ones?


    (29:39) - Keisha’s body-building background and how she began her health shift


    (35:30) - Keisha highlights some tips and tricks to getting your personal fitness journey underway


    (40:25) - Episode wrap-up and how you can connect with Keisha


    Connect with host Jesse Futia:


    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia

    Facebook | jesse.futia

    Twitter | @FutiaJesse


    Email: jesse@execequityinvesting.com



    Connect with guest Keishia Kennedy:


    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/keishia-kennedy-373a2a46/

    Website | https://kennedyremedyinvestments.com/

    Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kennedyremedy/

    Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/kennedyremedyinvestments/


    Keishia’s FREE Beginners Guide to Investing As A Limited Partner - https://kennedyremedyinvestments.com/guide/



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  • EP. 46 How to be a Go Giver with Bob Burg
    Oct 17 2022

    To grow a business, you need to be able to effectively communicate your value.

    This week’s guest is the pioneer who developed a powerful business idea that addresses this very issue. Bob Burg is the author of “The Go-Giver” and has over 30 years experience helping companies and sales leaders shift their mindset from “getting to giving”.

    In this episode, we cover Bob’s path and how it led him to his eureka moment and best selling book, “The Go Giver”. You’ll be introduced to the concept the book covers, what it takes to switch to “the giving mindset” and how it can positively impact your business or sales.


    Episode Outline:


    (1:51) - Episode beginning and guest introduction


    (3:07) - Background on Bob and his book


    (6:07) - Was there a Eureka moment for your book?


    (10:07) - Bob’s message to people that doubt the giving strategy, or don’t see results immediately


    (15:25) - The concept of 100% or 0%


    (18:05) - Are there one or two success stories that you remember?


    (21:31) - Jesse’s own personal experience with giving


    (23:02) - Episode wrap-up, how you can get into contact with Bob


    Connect with host Jesse Futia:


    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia

    Facebook | jesse.futia

    Twitter | @FutiaJesse


    Email: jesse@execequityinvesting.com



    Connect with guest Bob Burg:


    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobburg/

    Website | burg.com



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    DISCLAIMER: On this platform, I share my thoughts, opinions, and own journey to financial freedom. I am not a CPA, attorney, or financial advisor. The content on this platform shall not be construed as tax or financial advice. It is your duty to verify all information yourself. I hope you enjoy all the free content as we continue to bring on amazing guests

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    24 mins
  • EP. 45 How You Can Start From Anywhere with Billy Keels
    Oct 10 2022

    Growth only happens outside of your comfort zone. It’s uncomfortable but it’s necessary to develop yourself and achieve your goals. 

    Billy Keels is a strategic advisor for First Generation Capital Partners. Billy is a globetrotter who has led sales teams in multiple countries, across multiple cultures and in 4 different languages.


    Join us in today's episode as we cover Billy's upbringing and how it affected his views on money as well as his unique career journey and the perspective it gave him on forcing yourself into uncharted territory.



    Episode Outline


    (0:45) - Episode start


    (1:48) - Introduction to Billy Keels and his background


    (7:54) - Billy’s big move overseas, following his goals and putting himself in uncomfortable situations


    (14:28) - The stigma around talking about money, building financial literacy and changing from a scarcity mindset


    (21:20) - Selling in a foreign language and transitioning to a whole new experience


    (24:39) - Surrounding yourself with people that are better than you, setting your vision and being curious


    (29:02) - Advice on taking the first step to becoming an investor, Billy’s real estate investing journey, what made him make the change


    (40:40) - Tax advantages to real estate investing


    (48:17) - If you could solve one problem in the world, what would it be?


    (52:33) - Wrap-up and how you can get into contact with Billy Keels



    Connect with host Jesse Futia:


    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia

    Facebook | jesse.futia

    Twitter | @FutiaJesse


    Email: jesse@execequityinvesting.com



    Connect with guest Billy Keels:


    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/billykeels/

    Going Long Podcast | https://www.firstgencp.com/podcasts

    First Generation Capital Partners | https://www.firstgencp.com/invest



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    55 mins
  • EP. 44 How to Start in Real Estate with Kris Morin
    Oct 3 2022

    Real estate investing is full of people from all walks of life who are looking to achieve financial independence. It takes a unique mindset to reach financial freedom but it also requires a lot of hard work and dedication.

    This week’s guest, Kris Morin is no stranger to either. Kris came out of college with a masters in education, a plan for his future and a hefty tuition bill. But when his salary as a high school science teacher couldn’t cut it, he began learning and getting more involved with real estate investing.


    Today, we talk about Kris’s journey as a complete newcomer to real estate investing. We also cover how he was able to completely pivot and still find success, his mentality  tips for other newbies, and much more!


    Episode Outline:


    (0:45) - Episode start, guest introduction


    (4:45) - Growing your career and issues with burning out


    (7:15) - Mindset shift going from a 9-to-5 to being an entrepreneur


    (9:50) - How Kris got people to lend him money when he first started out, avoiding “analysis paralysis” 


    (12:04) - “The psychology of quitting”, why do some people make it and some people don’t?


    (16:27) - The importance of refusing to quit, finding people to help you


    (20:05) - Kris’s advice on finding deals


    (27:02) - Tips on getting started with syndication, using social media as a tool


    (31:56) - You need to be raising capital all the time


    (36:00) - Some projects that Kris is working on currently


    (41:07) - How important is physical health for an entrepreneur?



    Connect with Jesse:


    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia


    Facebook | jesse.futia


    Twitter | @FutiaJesse


    Email | jesse@execequityinvesting.com



    Connect with Kris Morin:


    LinkedIn | Kris Morin


    Facebook | Kris.Morin.906




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    Find out more about passive real estate investing by clicking here!


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    DISCLAIMER: On this platform, I share my thoughts, opinions, and own journey to financial freedom. I am not a CPA, attorney, or financial advisor. The content on this platform shall not be construed as tax or financial advice. It is your duty to verify all information yourself. I hope you enjoy all the free content as we continue to bring on amazing guests





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    46 mins
  • EP. 43 Starting with One Deal at a Time with Zach Wilson
    Aug 22 2022

    When it comes to passive income and achieving financial freedom, real estate investing is one of the best ways to go – and today’s guest is a great example of that.

    In this episode, we’re joined by real estate investor Zach Wilson. 


    Although admittedly a little new to the game, Zach stills brings valuable insight and perspective on what it’s like for beginners in real estate investment. From the first thing that interested him about it, to underwriting, flipping and management, Zach describes all the steps he took in his still-evolving journey.


    Episode Outline:


    -(0:45) - Episode start


    -(1:55) - Zach dives into who he is, his background and his decision to move to Europe in his 20s


    -(8:06) - “What was that initial draw to real estate?”


    -(13:20) - Zach reflects on how he got started in real estate and grew his base of knowledge


    -(19:01) - Details on Zach’s first deal, the process he went through and how he found his first tenant


    -(25:01) - Breakdown on managing real estate from out-of-state


    -(29:47) - “The cool thing about commercial real estate”, the value Zach brings to his commercial real estate team


    -(37:18) - Imposter syndrome and being a beginner, how to push through and better yourself, “begin with the end in mind”


    Connect with your host Jesse Futia on:


    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia


    Facebook | jesse.futia


    Twitter | @FutiaJesse


    jesse@execequityinvesting.com


    Don't forget to connect with Wealth Science on LinkedIn


    DISCLAIMER: On this platform, I share my thoughts, opinions, and own journey to financial freedom. I am not a CPA, attorney, or financial advisor. The content on this platform shall not be construed as tax or financial advice. It is your duty to verify all information yourself. I hope you enjoy all the free content as we continue to bring on amazing guests.

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    45 mins
  • EP. 42 The Keys to Retirement with Jon Connell
    Aug 15 2022

    Some people think they don’t need financial advisors, that they are bad investments. Maybe they don’t trust them, or think they're in it “just for the commission”. Either way, financial advisors get a bad rap. 

    This is just one issue that Jesse discusses in today’s episode with guest Jon Connell.

    A U.S. army ranger veteran, Jon transitioned to a career in financial advising in 2018 and has been helping people save, retire and invest ever since then.


    In addition to his background, Jon reflects on his past and transition from the military, as well as the mistakes that he made along the way. And as a financial advisor, Jon shares his views on everything from inflation and savings to creating your own budget and implementing your Roth’s IRA.



    Episode Outline:


    -(1:12) - Interview start


    -(2:19) - Jon’s transition from the military, helping people avoid the mistakes that he made


    -(4:20) - Stigma around discussing money, getting through the “hard conversations” about finances


    -(10:15) - Big takeaways from being a financial advisor over the years, how to manage clients through a crisis or a difficult situation


    -(16:47) - “The concept of risk” and how it plays into people’s finances


    -(24:06) - Thoughts on emergency cash funds


    -(28:37) - Best ways to implement a Roth IRA


    -(36:01) - “What steps can people take to hedge against inflation?”


    -(43:12) - Mindset question, persevering through challenges and dealing with tough times


    Connect with your host Jesse Futia on:


    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia


    Facebook | jesse.futia


    Twitter | @FutiaJesse


    jesse@execequityinvesting.com


    Don't forget to connect with Wealth Science on LinkedIn


    DISCLAIMER: On this platform, I share my thoughts, opinions, and own journey to financial freedom. I am not a CPA, attorney, or financial advisor. The content on this platform shall not be construed as tax or financial advice. It is your duty to verify all information yourself. I hope you enjoy all the free content as we continue to bring on amazing guests.

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    52 mins
  • EP. 41 How To Be Your Own Banker with Drew White
    Aug 8 2022

    In today’s show, we’re joined by “Infinite Banker” and real estate investor Drew White. 



    Initially beginning his career as a pediatric oncology nurse, Drew incurred a staggering student debt which changed his view on money. He learned more about the principles of wealth, discovered the “Infinite Banking Concept” and was finally able to climb out of his predicament. 




    Now, as a modern wealth consultant, Drew spends his time helping real estate investors, business owners and athletes alike practice the “Infinite Bank Concept”.




    From frequently asked questions about tax benefits and inflation, to his own journey with IBC, Drew outlines the ins and outs of Infinite Banking and how everyone can become their own banker. 




    EPISODE OUTLINE:





    • (1:30) - Interview start


    • (4:56) - “In the beginning years, what are some of those steps that people can take if they find themselves maybe in a lot of student debt, or not sure how to structure their finances, what can they start doing right now to fix that problem?”


    • (7:24) - “What is your perspective on people saving money in saving accounts?”, Drew breaks down what IBC is and why it’s a better option for your money than a savings account


    • (11:47) - Explanation of the tax benefits that come with IBC


    • (14:08) - How infinite banking can help seed your other investments and common criticisms of IBC


    • (19:58) - Background on Drew’s experience with real estate and mobile home flipping


    • (27:34) - “Where do you see crypto going in the next few years?”


    • (33:23) - Impact that working in pediatric oncology has had on Drew’s perspective and mindset






    Connect with Jesse:




    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia




    Facebook | jesse.futia




    Twitter | @FutiaJesse




    Email:




    jesse@execequityinvesting.com






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    Find out more about passive real estate investing by clicking here!




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    DISCLAIMER: On this platform, I share my thoughts, opinions, and own journey to financial freedom. I am not a CPA, attorney, or financial advisor. The content on this platform shall not be construed as tax or financial advice. It is your duty to verify all information yourself. I hope you enjoy all the free content as we continue to bring on amazing guests



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    43 mins
  • EP. 40 How to be a Great Father and Investor with Travis Hill
    Aug 1 2022

    The 2008 financial crisis has made the public weary of the economy and especially real estate. More recently, our economy has been rocked by the pandemic and now we face soaring inflation rates. With so much uncertainty in these times it can be hard to not be cynical about the future, but that shouldn’t stop you from working towards achieving your financial freedom.

    In this week’s episode of Wealth Science, we’re joined by veteran and real estate investor Travis Hill. As a cancer survivor and a survivor of the 2008 recession, Travis is no stranger to uncertainty or disaster. He opens up about the hard lessons he learned and the perils of wealth building as well as his climb back into the real estate game and what to expect from our economy going forward into 2022 and beyond.




    Episode Outline




    • (1:28) - Interview start


    • (7:21) - “Where are we heading in the next 12-24 months?”, comparing our situation in real estate now with the 2008 crisis


    • (13:21) - “Getting back in the saddle”, how Travis got back into real estate in 2018


    • (15:06) - Closing the knowledge gap, what you can do to get to the next level


    • (18:40) - Getting started in real estate: Do you need to go big? What types of properties should you look for?


    • (24:17) - The rise of short-term renting, benefits and drawbacks


    • (28:51) - Habits for setting the right mindset for success






    Connect with your host Jesse Futia on:


    LinkedIn | Jesse Futia


    Facebook | jesse.futia


    Twitter | @FutiaJesse


    jesse@execequityinvesting.com




    Don't forget to connect with Wealth Science on LinkedIn




    Find out more about passive real estate investing by clicking here!




    Interested in learning more about real estate investing? Schedule a call with Jesse!




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    DISCLAIMER: On this platform, I share my thoughts, opinions, and own journey to financial freedom. I am not a CPA, attorney, or financial advisor. The content on this platform shall not be construed as tax or financial advice. It is your duty to verify all information yourself. I hope you enjoy all the free content as we continue to bring on amazing guests

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    39 mins