The Creative BRRRR Strategies Podcast

S3E153 - Interview With Ashley Williams of Serenity Smart Homes

In this episode of the Creative BRRRR Strategies Podcast, Joe Scorese sits down with Ashley Williams, founder of Serenity Smart Homes, to explore why the future of smart home technology is local, subscription-free, privacy-first, and built to last.  Ashley breaks down the hidden risks of cloud-controlled devices, recurring subscriptions, and disconnected “point solution” products, while explaining how real estate investors, flippers, landlords, and property managers can use smart automation to protect assets, reduce operating costs, improve tenant experience, and add value to rental properties. From leak detection and smart locks to accessibility-focused automation and portfolio-wide monitoring, this conversation shows why true ownership, thoughtful planning, and solving the right problem matter more than chasing convenience. Contact Serenity Smart Homes =============================== Website - https://www.serenitysmarthomesnj.com [https://www.serenitysmarthomesnj.com] Contact Our Sponsors ================= Perkitech - https://perkitech.com/ [https://perkitech.com/] TCS Property Management - https://www.tcsmgt.com/ [https://www.tcsmgt.com/] MB Capital Solutions - https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/ [https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/] Joseph @ Built Lending - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/] Contact Us =========== Main Website -  https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/ [https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/] Podcast Site w/ All Links - https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/ [https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/] Email -  info@creativebrrrrstrategies.com

S3E151 - State Of The Real Estate Market

Joseph does an in-person broadcast from the Philly School of Massage and Bodywork (https://phillyschoolofmassage.com/ [https://phillyschoolofmassage.com/]) where he discussed the current real estate market as of the date of the recording.  Contact Our Sponsors ================= Perkitech - https://perkitech.com/ [https://perkitech.com/] TCS Property Management - https://www.tcsmgt.com/ [https://www.tcsmgt.com/] MB Capital Solutions - https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/ [https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/] Joseph @ Built Lending - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/] Contact Us =========== Main Website -  https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/ [https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/] Podcast Site w/ All Links - https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/ [https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/] Email -  info@creativebrrrrstrategies.com

S3E152 - Interview With Donna Zadie of Phillly School of Massage and Bodywork

In this episode Joe interviews his wife Donna who is the Co-owner and Director of the Philly School of Massage and Bodywork [https://phillyschoolofmassage.com/]. During this interview, Donna discusses the importance of mental and physical health to people in the real estate space who may be moreso accustomed to the "Hustle" mindset of always working and operating with little consideration for downtime.  Contact Our Sponsors ================= Perkitech - https://perkitech.com/ [https://perkitech.com/] TCS Property Management - https://www.tcsmgt.com/ [https://www.tcsmgt.com/] MB Capital Solutions - https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/ [https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/] Joseph @ Built Lending - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/] Contact Us =========== Main Website -  https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/ [https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/] Podcast Site w/ All Links - https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/ [https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/] Email -  info@creativebrrrrstrategies.com

S3E150 - Facebook vs Linkedin - Where Should RE Professionals Focus

The meeting focused on discussing social media platforms for real estate professionals in 2026, specifically comparing Facebook and LinkedIn. Rolando and Yardell agreed that Facebook is currently more active for real estate investor communities due to its group features and real-time deal discussions, while LinkedIn is better for building professional relationships and long-term brand authority. They recommended a combined strategy using both platforms, with Facebook prioritized for lead generation and deal-focused content, and LinkedIn for professional positioning and relationship building. The discussion also covered the importance of video content across platforms, with YouTube noted as a powerful long-term pipeline builder due to its integration with Google search. Contact Our Sponsors ================= Perkitech - https://perkitech.com/ [https://perkitech.com/] TCS Property Management - https://www.tcsmgt.com/ [https://www.tcsmgt.com/] MB Capital Solutions - https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/ [https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/] Joseph @ Built Lending - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/] Contact Us =========== Main Website -  https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/ [https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/] Podcast Site w/ All Links - https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/ [https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/] Email -  info@creativebrrrrstrategies.com

S3E149 - From Scope To Payout - Contract Strategies That Protect Profit

The meeting focused on real estate investment strategies, particularly around property renovation and structural issues. Joseph emphasized that profit is realized at the exit, not just at purchase, and discussed the importance of proper execution and scope control. The group explored how structural issues can either be deal killers or opportunities depending on how they're managed, with Joseph advising against deep structural issues for new investors due to uncertainty and risk. Stephanie Jacobson, a commercial broker from upstate New York, shared insights about the local market impact of the Micron semiconductor plant and discussed the importance of thorough home inspections. The conversation also covered the growing impact of good cause eviction laws in New York and other states, which limit a landlord's ability to remove tenants or raise rent without valid reasons. Contact Our Sponsors ================= Perkitech - https://perkitech.com/ [https://perkitech.com/] TCS Property Management - https://www.tcsmgt.com/ [https://www.tcsmgt.com/] MB Capital Solutions - https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/ [https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/] Joseph @ Built Lending - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephvscorese/] Contact Us =========== Main Website -  https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/ [https://creativebrrrrstrategies.com/] Podcast Site w/ All Links - https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/ [https://thecreativebrrrrstrategiespodcast.buzzsprout.com/share/] Email -  info@creativebrrrrstrategies.com