#324: The One Question That Changed Van Deeb's Life

#324: The One Question That Changed Van Deeb's Life

What if one question could completely change the direction of your life? In this episode of The Kash & Dash Show, Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner welcome back legendary Nebraska real estate broker, speaker, and entrepreneur Van Deeb for one of the most inspiring conversations we've had. With more than four decades in real estate, Van shares the lessons that helped him build multiple successful companies, become one of the Midwest's most recognized motivational speakers, and impact thousands of lives along the way. From the power of simply asking for what you want to the importance of discipline, fitness, confidence, and surrounding yourself with the right people, this conversation is packed with practical advice that applies far beyond real estate. Van opens up about retirement, why he couldn't stay away from the business he loves, what legacy truly means to him, and even discusses the possibility of one day running for Mayor of Omaha. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, salesperson, business owner, or someone looking for a fresh perspective on success, this episode will challenge the way you think about opportunity. Sometimes the biggest breakthrough doesn't come from having all the answers—it starts by asking the right question. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a little motivation today. Your support helps us continue bringing you real conversations with successful people who are willing to share both their victories and their failures. You can Join the Omaha REIA - h [https://omahareia.com/]ttps://omahareia.com/join-today [https://omahareia.com/join-today/] Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA [https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA] Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ [https://nationalreia.org/] Find Ted Kaasch at https://linktr.ee/tedkaasch [http://www.tedkaasch.com/] Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate [https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/ [https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/] Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com [https://www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com/] Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com [https://liquidlendingsolutions.com/] Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com [https://otowninvestor.com/] www.reiquicktips.com [https://reiquicktips.com/] Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/ [https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/] Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/ [https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/] MagicDoor - ... [https://magicdoor.com/reia/]

#323: The Kash and Dash Show: Unscripted

In this episode of The Kash and Dash Show Unscripted, Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner get into one of the more honest real estate conversations they’ve had in a while. Ted opens up about taking some financial hits on past renovation projects and how those losses can mess with your confidence, even when a good deal is sitting right in front of you. He walks through a potential Benson property with updated mechanicals, a smoking problem, a weird staircase, and several possible exit strategies. That leads to a bigger conversation every investor needs to hear: when a deal has multiple ways out, is fear the only thing stopping you? Ted and Owen talk through flipping, wholetailing, holding as a rental, using it as an Airbnb, and why having three exit plans can keep you from getting smoked when the market, renovation, or timing goes sideways. They also recap their upcoming Van Deeb episode, talk about Omaha investment opportunities, social media bringing in real estate leads, Golden Tee machine math gone wrong, Airbnb AC problems, and Owen getting pulled over during an important business call. If you are buying rentals, flipping houses, wholesaling, lending, or just trying to build confidence again after taking a hit, this episode is worth listening to. Have a real estate, business, or life question you want Ted and Owen to answer on the show? Email onair@kashanddash.com [onair@cashanddash.com]. Listen, subscribe, and leave us a written review on Apple Podcasts so we can read it on the show. You can Join the Omaha REIA - h [https://omahareia.com/]ttps://omahareia.com/join-today [https://omahareia.com/join-today/] Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA [https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA] Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ [https://nationalreia.org/] Find Ted Kaasch at https://linktr.ee/tedkaasch [http://www.tedkaasch.com/] Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate [https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/ [https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/] Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com [https://www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com/] Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com [https://liquidlendingsolutions.com/] Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com [https://otowninvestor.com/] www.reiquicktips.com [https://reiquicktips.com/] Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/ [https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/] Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/ [https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/] MagicDoor - ... [https://magicdoor.com/reia/]

#322: Adapt or Disappear: AI, Real Estate, and the New Business Rules

In this episode of The Kash and Dash Show, Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner sit down with Colin Schwartz and Megan Ahern for a wide-open conversation on AI, business, real estate, discipline, and what it really takes to stay in the game when the market gets harder. Colin breaks down how AI is changing the way business owners operate, why prompts and inputs matter more than people think, and why AI is not replacing smart operators — it is exposing who has systems and who is just winging it. The crew also digs into the current state of real estate, why the easy money days are gone, and why investors need to get back to the basics: finding real deals, cutting dumb expenses, creating actual value, and staying focused on what produces revenue. Megan shares her take on networking, getting into the right rooms, adding value first, and why strong operators are becoming more important than ever. Colin also talks about Titan Mastermind, health, family, discipline, and why success means nothing if you are losing yourself in the process. This episode is funny, blunt, and packed with practical takeaways for business owners, real estate investors, and anyone trying to stay ahead while the world is changing fast. Subscribe to The Kash and Dash Show on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you don’t miss the next episode. You can Join the Omaha REIA - h [https://omahareia.com/]ttps://omahareia.com/join-today [https://omahareia.com/join-today/] Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA [https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA] Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ [https://nationalreia.org/] Find Ted Kaasch at https://linktr.ee/tedkaasch [http://www.tedkaasch.com/] Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate [https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/ [https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/] Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com [https://www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com/] Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com [https://liquidlendingsolutions.com/] Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com [https://otowninvestor.com/] www.reiquicktips.com [https://reiquicktips.com/] Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/ [https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/] Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/ [https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/] MagicDoor - ... [https://magicdoor.com/reia/]

#321: The Kash and Dash Show: Unscripted

In this episode of The Kash & Dash Show Unscripted, Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner recap a packed week coming off the REIA Mastery Series with Fernando Angelucci, where self-storage, seller financing, deal structure, and real estate strategy were front and center. Owen shares a real estate wake-up call after getting a surprise phone call about a seller-financed duplex loan that had ballooned without him realizing it. What started as an awkward “did you send the final check?” conversation turned into a lesson on tracking loans, knowing your balloon dates, staying organized, and using relationships with bankers and insurance pros to solve problems fast. Ted and Owen also talk about the power of AI for business owners, including how quickly it can build research and spreadsheets that used to take hours or days. They recap the self-storage event, discuss the upcoming REIA Mastery event on legal wholesaling, and look ahead to BiggerPockets Conference in Orlando. This episode is a mix of real estate lessons, business talk, conference FOMO, and the normal random Unscripted chaos you expect from Ted and Owen. Subscribe to The Kash & Dash Show on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Leave a five-star review, send questions or funny stories to onair@kashanddash.com [onair@kashanddash.com], and follow along for more real estate, business, and behind-the-scenes conversations. You can Join the Omaha REIA - h [https://omahareia.com/]ttps://omahareia.com/join-today [https://omahareia.com/join-today/] Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA [https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA] Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ [https://nationalreia.org/] Find Ted Kaasch at https://linktr.ee/tedkaasch [http://www.tedkaasch.com/] Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate [https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/ [https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/] Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com [https://www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com/] Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com [https://liquidlendingsolutions.com/] Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com [https://otowninvestor.com/] www.reiquicktips.com [https://reiquicktips.com/] Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/ [https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/] Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/ [https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/] MagicDoor - ... [https://magicdoor.com/reia/]

#320: The 15% Interest Mistake That Nearly Crushed the Deal

In this episode of The Kash and Dash Show, hosts Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner sit down with Dalton Daeges for a real conversation about what it actually looks like to build businesses, buy real estate, and learn the hard way. Dalton shares how he got started flipping houses while still working a W-2 job, how his partnership with Neil grew into Beard Bros Build Co., and why showing up early, doing the work, and bringing value first made all the difference. He also breaks down how he moved into “boring businesses,” including Concrete Delivered and Precast Solutions, and what he has learned from operating companies that most people would never think twice about. The episode also gets into one of Dalton’s toughest lessons: a 12-unit deal in Lincoln that looked great on paper but turned into a brutal reminder that due diligence matters. Between high-interest debt, missed expectations, capital calls, and writing a painful check years later, Dalton explains what went wrong and what investors need to watch out for before jumping into a deal. Ted, Owen, and Dalton also talk about contractors, partnerships, family, business stress, DSCR lending, gold mining, and the challenge of building something meaningful without losing sight of what matters at home. If you are an investor, business owner, or someone trying to build wealth while figuring it out as you go, this episode is full of real lessons, honest mistakes, and a few stories that probably should not be repeated at the dinner table. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The Kash and Dash Show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Share it with another investor or business owner who needs to hear the real side of building wealth. To connect with Dalton, find him on Facebook or check out Aspire Mortgage for DSCR lending and investor-focused financing. You can Join the Omaha REIA - h [https://omahareia.com/]ttps://omahareia.com/join-today [https://omahareia.com/join-today/] Omaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA [https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIA] Check out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ [https://nationalreia.org/] Find Ted Kaasch at https://linktr.ee/tedkaasch [http://www.tedkaasch.com/] Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate [https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/ [https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/] Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com [https://www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com/] Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com [https://liquidlendingsolutions.com/] Owen’s Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com [https://otowninvestor.com/] www.reiquicktips.com [https://reiquicktips.com/] Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/ [https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/] Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/ [https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/] MagicDoor - ... [https://magicdoor.com/reia/]