Real Estate Investing Accelerator

#15: Why a Short Term-Rental Can Double as Your Dream Vacation Home with John Landherr, USNA ‘92

“Have a vision and keep charging forward. That’s the bottom line. Don’t give it up. Don’t give up on your vision.” - John Landherr  John Landherr (USNA ‘92) is a Marine Corps veteran and experienced business executive turned real estate investor. When John and his wife decided to invest in a short-term rental property in Southern California, they had no idea they would encounter some big permitting challenges. Despite unforeseen difficulties, they persevered with their vision and now have an amazing short-term rental property that doubles as their family vacation home. Their dream vacation home is not only a cash-flowing investment, but it also generated six figures in tax savings! In this episode, we discuss: * Why John decided to invest in Southern California real estate  * How to use a VA loan to finance a short-term rental property investment * How to overcome permit issues and win over sceptical neighbors  * Lessons learned from working with a short-term rental management company * Why short-term rentals are a great investment that can also add value to your lifestyle John also shares why he decided to invest in Oceanside, California and why it’s important to do your research before investing in a property. We also break down the financials and John tells us how he’s already gained $500K worth of equity in just nine months. John’s story proves it’s not only possible to purchase an investment property with zero upfront costs, but that it’s also possible to enjoy a dream family vacation home for free. We can’t wait for you to listen to this powerful story of perseverance and resilience! Connect with John: * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlandherr/] Subscribe and help out the show: * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-investing-accelerator/id1611067272] * Also available on Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/afde50b5-8359-4cc2-a7cc-5c6a1dc1040e/real-estate-investing-accelerator], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1P8tQUJ8LysIo6fUc8KsCG] & Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-estate-investing-accelerator] * Leave us a 5-star review! Schedule a call [https://form.jotform.com/201215629258151] with Buddy and the White Feather team to learn about the upcoming Real Estate Investing Accelerator course.

#14: Investing In Real Estate When You Have Zero Experience with Kimberly Johnson

“In our family, we call it pulling the thread, which means you just take a step. Don’t get so overwhelmed to the point that you question if you’re able to do something, but pull the thread a little bit to see what happens and then pull it again and pull it again and it leads to the next thing…I enjoyed the White Feather approach because you’re not doing the analysis and getting stuck, but taking a step and taking a step and I feel like I had the right team around me…just pull the thread! Just try it!” - Kimberly Johnson If you’ve already been through the Real Estate Accelerator [https://sabmgroup.com/realestate/] then you know exactly who Kimberly Johnson is and how awesome her achievements are. Kimberly is a military spouse and also comes from a military family so she knows exactly how to overcome any challenge that gets thrown her way. She dominated the Accelerator course from day one with an unbeatable sense of optimism despite having absolutely zero experience in real estate. Kimberly not only created a thriving short-term rental business from the ground up, but she also did it while battling breast cancer. Her first short term-rental in Kissimmee, Florida is already on track to cash flow over $50K and deliver a 23% ROI in its first year! In this episode, we discuss: * How the memories Kimberly created at her family’s beach house as a child motivated her to create the same positive experience for others  * Why Kimberly decided to invest in Florida rather than California where she lives * The biggest lessons Kimberly learned from her first short-term rental property * How Kimberly’s short-term rental is helping her save $50K in taxes this year * How the Accelerator network helped Kimberly understand exactly what her perfect next purchase looks like Kimberly also shares how what she learned during the Accelerator helped her avoid a big mistake and what renovating a short-term rental property to a gold standard requires. We discuss why you can invest in real estate without ever viewing a property and simple strategies for how to optimize your first-ever investment. Kimberly’s story is one of unbelievable resilience and success and we hope this episode inspires you to take that first step toward turning your dream into a reality! Connect with Kimberly: * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyrountreejohnson/] * Macapa Palms Vacation Rental [https://www.instagram.com/macapapalms/] Subscribe and help out the show: * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-investing-accelerator/id1611067272] * Also available on Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/afde50b5-8359-4cc2-a7cc-5c6a1dc1040e/real-estate-investing-accelerator], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1P8tQUJ8LysIo6fUc8KsCG] & Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-estate-investing-accelerator] * Leave us a 5-star review! Schedule a call [https://form.jotform.com/201215629258151] with Buddy and the White Feather team to learn about the upcoming Real Estate Investing Accelerator course.

#13: How Mindset and Network are the Key to Real Estate Success with Tom Connally, USNA ‘83

“Life insurance, real estate and the stock market are all tools…you can live your life and have your career and at the same time build generational wealth. It’s not just about making money, it’s not just about buying houses. It’s about growing your future. It’s about setting your goals and figuring out how to get them. That’s what excites me.”  - Tom Connally (USNA ‘83) This is the longest Real Estate Accelerator podcast episode to date and it’s packed with a ton of wisdom we want everyone to hear. Tom Connally is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, close friend and mentor to the White Feather Investment team. Despite a few bad experiences with real estate in the past, Tom dove into the Accelerator ready to learn. In less than one year, Tom invested in six properties and a short-term rental syndication, lost $40K to wire fraud and got the money back, formed five LLCs, and saved over $23K on taxes. His story is both educational and inspirational and demonstrates why having the right mindset and the right network are the keys to success in life and business. In this episode, we discuss: * Why Tom decided to invest in real estate after bad experiences in the past * How Tom lost $40K to wire fraud and the amazing story of how he got it back * What cost segregation is and why it can save you a lot of money on taxes * Why there’s more to real estate investing than simply making money We also enjoyed hearing that Tom’s children are now beginning to invest in real estate as a result of his knowledge-sharing. We’re grateful to Tom for sharing the lessons he learned on the road to financial freedom and hope his story educates, motivates and inspires you to take charge of your future. Connect with Tom: * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomconnally/] * Email [tom@connallyconsulting.com] Subscribe and help out the show: * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-investing-accelerator/id1611067272] * Also available on Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/afde50b5-8359-4cc2-a7cc-5c6a1dc1040e/real-estate-investing-accelerator], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1P8tQUJ8LysIo6fUc8KsCG] & Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-estate-investing-accelerator] * Leave us a 5-star review! Schedule a call with the Real Estate Accelerator team [https://form.jotform.com/201215629258151] to learn about the upcoming course.

#12: Conquering Credit Card Debt and Investing in Real Estate with Michael Cygan (USMA ‘01)

“It feels tremendous. We’re now putting meaningful savings into the kids' college education funds and savings accounts…our daily life just feels better all around. We’re holding our heads higher and we’ve got more confidence. I appreciate all the guidance and mentorship through this and I’m really happy all of this worked out.” - Michael Cygan (USMA '01) Michael Cygan (USMA ‘01) joined the Real Estate Accelerator three years ago when he was in between jobs with two young children to support. At the start of the course, Mike and his wife Heidi had accumulated over $135k of credit card debt. With the help of Buddy and the White Feather team’s financial planning strategies, Mike reduced his monthly credit card debt payments from $3000 to $0 in under two years. His impressive discipline and dedication are inspiring and his story proves that with grit and determination, anyone can conquer credit card debt. In this episode, we discuss: * Why paying down credit card debit is the best investment you can make right now * Why it’s important to pay down credit card debt before funding your retirement account * How the Accelerator helped Mike achieve financial freedom * A few of the strategies Mike used to conquer credit card debt We also discuss why military veterans’ desire for action can lead to success in all areas of life and why the sacrifices made in order to achieve your financial freedom goals are worth it. We trust Mike’s story will inspire many and we can’t wait to see how Mike and his family continue to thrive. Connect with Michael: * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwcygan/] * Email [michael.cygan@gmail.com]  Subscribe and help out the show: * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-investing-accelerator/id1611067272] * Also available on Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/afde50b5-8359-4cc2-a7cc-5c6a1dc1040e/real-estate-investing-accelerator], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1P8tQUJ8LysIo6fUc8KsCG] & Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-estate-investing-accelerator] * Leave us a 5-star review! Schedule a call with the Real Estate Accelerator team [https://form.jotform.com/201215629258151] to learn about the upcoming course.

#11: Why I Walked Away From a Great Paying Job to Start a Business with Shawn Ikpa, USNA ‘05

“I walked away from a great paying job. It didn’t make sense on paper…what I learned about mindset [during the Real Estate Accelerator course] was a big reason why I decided to walk away from the job. I walked away without a job in hand, but I did have a plan.” - Shawn Ikpa (USNA ‘05) Shawn Ikpa is the Co-Founder of Castletop Investments, a company that buys, scales and sells online businesses. Shawn also recently built an Amazon delivery service in Buffalo, New York from the ground up, scaling the company up to 95 employees in just three months. In this episode, Shawn shares how the Real Estate Accelerator not only helped him purchase his first single-family investment property but also inspired him to turn his dream of becoming a business owner into a reality.  In this episode, we discuss: * Why Shawn walked away from a high-paying job to pursue entrepreneurship * How real estate investing propelled Shawn’s career  * Why cultivating a growth mindset is key to success in work and life * Why the Real Estate Accelerator focuses on mindset as much as investment strategies Shawn also shares his long-term goal to fund STEM education through e-commerce and why creating a workplace where everyone feels valued is important to him and the success of his business. We enjoyed hearing how Shawn’s Amazon company delivers 200K packages per month while adding two new delivery routes each week and loved learning about his recent multi-family real estate deal. We’re so impressed by Shawn’s accomplishments. His story proves that with a growth mindset, anything is possible. Connect with Shawn: * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-ikpa-38761311/] * Email [shawn.ipka@gmail.com]   Subscribe and help out the show: * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-investing-accelerator/id1611067272] * Also available on Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/afde50b5-8359-4cc2-a7cc-5c6a1dc1040e/real-estate-investing-accelerator], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1P8tQUJ8LysIo6fUc8KsCG] & Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-estate-investing-accelerator] * Leave us a 5-star review! Schedule a call with the Real Estate Accelerator team [https://form.jotform.com/201215629258151] to learn about the upcoming course.