Keeping It Real-Estate Show

EP189 The Best Submarkets to Invest In Right Now!

Dan Brisse breaks down how Granite Towers Equity Group identifies high-growth submarkets before the crowd moves in. He shares how job creation, population migration, and rent-to-income ratios reveal where the next surge in multifamily demand will come from. He also explains why markets like Dallas Fort Worth and Nashville are entering a new phase of opportunity and why disciplined, data-driven investors are stepping back in as fear peaks across the industry. Keeping it Real Estate is brought to you by Granite Towers Equity Group, helping investors create passive income through multifamily real estate. To get in touch with the founders of Granite Towers, Mike Roeder and Dan Brisse, visit https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/contact

EP188 Three Financial Lessons That Took Me from Struggling to Financial Freedom

In this episode of Keeping It Real Estate, Dan Brisse shares his remarkable journey from a former professional snowboarder chasing a dream to a financially free real estate investor. He opens up about his early struggles, the power of commitment, and the moment he realized that knowledge and discipline could completely change his life's direction. Dan breaks down the three lessons that reshaped his future: creating passive income, protecting wealth from inflation, and using depreciation to reduce taxes legally. Through real-life stories and hard-earned wisdom, he shows how anyone can take control of their financial destiny with the right mindset and education. Keeping it Real Estate is brought to you by Granite Towers Equity Group, helping investors create passive income through multifamily real estate. To get in touch with the founders of Granite Towers, Mike Roeder and Dan Brisse, visit https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/contact

EP187 Raising Money-Smart Kids: A Parent's Guide to Financial Literacy

Mike Roeder shares a simple playbook for teaching your kids financial literacy. He explains how to run monthly family finance meetings, start small businesses with your kids, and take them on due diligence trips. You get specific examples you can apply at home, including savings trackers, spending envelopes, and investment reviews. He also covers books, games, and tools that shape money habits, including Rich Dad Poor Dad, Monopoly, and the cash flow game. You will hear how to use AI to summarize books, support schoolwork, and even plan marketing for kid-run businesses. The goal is to give your kids confidence, resilience, and practical money skills. Keeping it Real Estate is brought to you by Granite Towers Equity Group, helping investors create passive income through multifamily real estate. To get in touch with the founders of Granite Towers, Mike Roeder and Dan Brisse, visit https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/contact

EP186 Turning Vision Into Vacation Destinations

In this episode of Keeping It Real Estate, Mike Roeder sits down with Chris and Kelsey, the husband-and-wife duo behind Cuyuna Cove and Tofte Trails—two of Minnesota's most unique boutique resorts. They share the story of how they went from flipping homes, living out of an RV, and working W-2 jobs to designing and building destination stays that blend nature, design, and community. Chris and Kelsey open up about the struggles, lessons, and breakthroughs they experienced while creating their resorts from the ground up. From construction challenges to the realities of running short-term rentals, they reveal what it really takes to turn a vision into a thriving hospitality brand in Northern Minnesota. To get in touch with Chris & Kelsey, reach out to Instagram: @toftetrails Instagram: @cuyunacove Keeping it Real Estate is brought to you by Granite Towers Equity Group, helping investors create passive income through multifamily real estate. To get in touch with the founders of Granite Towers, Mike Roeder and Dan Brisse, visit https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/contact

EP185 A.I. and Real Estate: How Innovation is Reshaping Acquisitions, Management, and Leasing

In this episode of Keeping It Real Estate, Nick sits down with Ryan Elazari—Senior Director of Innovation and Strategy, professor, and co-host of CRE Unplugged. Ryan shares how AI is transforming acquisitions, underwriting, property management, and leasing, and why structured data is the foundation for success. From IoT sensors and predictive maintenance to lease automation and venture capital trends, this conversation offers a forward-looking roadmap for real estate professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve. To get in touch with Ryan, reach out to this website: www.creunplugged.com Keeping it Real Estate is brought to you by Granite Towers Equity Group, helping investors create passive income through multifamily real estate. To get in touch with the founders of Granite Towers, Mike Roeder and Dan Brisse, visit https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/contact