Be, Do, Have: Real Estate Investing Mindset

From Thinking I Was a Scam to Owning Property- Eduardo's Story - Episode # 9

Eduardo thought Marcus was a scam. Now he owns an investment property. In Episode # 9 of the Be, Do, Have investing Mindset Podcast, Eduardo shares how he went from working at Chipotle with little money and no experience to buying his first investment property in just 90 days. He opens up about the mindset shifts, mistakes, setbacks, discipline, and the lessons that changed his life, from wanting to quit to finally creating positive cash flow through real estate. Website: www.ascensionmgnt.com Book: If A 5th Grader Can Do It, You Can Too: Real Estate Investing Made Simple Watch the full video episode on YouTube: @AscensionTeam1

Good Debt Vs. Bad Debt - Episode # 8

Is debt really bad...or were most people never taught how to use it correctly? In Episode 8 of the Be Do Have Investor Mindset Podcast, Marcus breaks down the difference between good debt vs bad debt, how wealthy people use leverage differently, and why financial education can completely change the way you view money, real estate investing, and financial freedom. Marcus shares: * how Robert Kiyosaki changed his perspective on debt * why most people are taught to fear debt * how he bought his first property using very little of his own money * the difference between assets and liabilities * how investment properties can generate passive income * why leverage is important in real estate investing * and how good debt can help build wealth when used strategically. This episode also covers: * real estate investing for beginners * financial literacy * money mindset * passive income * cash flow * wealth building * leverage * financial freedom * assets vs liabilities * and escaping the rat race If you've ever wondered how wealthy people use debt differently or how to start investing in real estate with little money down, this episode is for you. 📘 Book: If A 5th Grader Can Do It, You Can Too: Real Estate Investing Made Simple 🌐 Website: www.ascensionmgnt.com 📱Follow Marcus on Tik Tok: @theascensionteam 🎙Edited by: Arabelis Griffin- Eclat Group LLC

The Difference Between A Landlord And An Investor - Episode # 7

Most people think buying a property automatically means passive income. That's what I thought too..... Until I became a landlord. In this episode, I break down the real difference between being a landlord and an investor. I talk about my personal experience self- managing my first property, dealing with tenant calls, repairs, maintenance, and how I eventually realized real estate is not truly passive until systems are in place. I also discuss: * property management vs self-managing * the mindset shift that changed my real estate journey * how systems create freedom * the truth about passive income * and how hiring a property management company gave me back my time and peace If you're thinking about getting into real estate investing, becoming a landlord, building passive income, or learning how to transition from operator to investor, this episode is for you. 📘 Book: "If a 5th Grader Can Do It, You Can Too: Real Estate Investing Made Simple" 🌐 Website: www.ascensionmgnt.com 🎬 Edited by: Arabelis Griffin / Eclat Group LLC #RealEstate #Passiveincome #PropertyManagement #RealEstateInvesting #Landlord #investorMindset #Financial Freedom #Rental Property #CashFlow #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #SelfDevelopment

Everyone Has An Unfair Advantage- Episode # 6

Most people focus on their disadvantages. “I didn’t come from money.” “I had no support.” “I didn’t grow up with opportunities.” But what if the very thing you believe held you back is actually your hidden advantage? In this episode, Marcus breaks down how struggle, adversity, rejection, and difficult environments can build resilience, grit, discipline, creativity, and mental toughness. He also explains why wealth is more than money and why mindset, emotional control, habits, and self-development are the true foundation of success. Marcus shares real life experiences from his own journey growing up in the hood, learning real estate investing, overcoming financial struggles, and using difficult situations as fuel instead of excuses. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why everyone has an unfair advantage • How to stop leading with your limitations • Why mindset is more valuable than money • The difference between money problems and life problems • How adversity can build confidence and resilience • Why internal wealth matters more than material wealth • How to use disadvantages as fuel for success • The importance of personal development and emotional discipline • How real estate investing changed Marcus’ mindset If you’re interested in:real estate investing, personal development, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, mindset, self-improvement, discipline, wealth building, motivation, or learning how to think like an investor this episode is for you. 📘 Book: If a Fifth Grader Can Do It, You Can Too: Real Estate Investing Made Simple  🌐 Website: www.ascensionmgnt.com [http://www.ascensionmgnt.com/] Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

How To Talk Like an Investor to Close The Deal - Episode # 5

In Episode 5, Marcus breaks down how to talk like an investor to close the deal, whether you're speaking with sellers, real estate agents, brokers, or realtors. For many real estate investing beginners, the biggest challenge is not finding opportunities, it's knowing how to communicate with confidence and sound prepared when opportunities appear. In this episode, you'll learn: * How to talk to sellers, agents, brokers and realtors like a serious investor * Why authenticity and confidence matter more than sounding "perfect" * how to define your investment criteria before reaching out to brokers or agents * The property types every beginner investor should understand (single family, duplex, triplex, quad, and commercial residential) * The difference between Class A, B, C, and D neighborhoods * Why neighborhood class impacts cash flow and investment strategy * How to determine your target price point beofre searching for deals * Why sellers must be approached differently then agents, brokers, and or realtors * How to communicate with sellers in a way that respects the emotional connection they have to their home If you want to sound more prepared, build credibility, and communicate like a real estate investor before closing your first deal, this episode will help you take that next step. Learn more at: www.ascensionmgnt.com