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Pastor/Father/Businessman Cole Phillips shares his extraordinary journey from struggling financially to being a key player in the real estate investing game in Oklahoma City. Cole reveals how an emotional moment during a church service transformed his path, adding property investment to his ministry work, all while maintaining his faith-centered values.

📖CHAPTERS

00:00 From Pastor to Property Flipper: A Journey of Faith and Hustle
07:34 The Oklahoma City Advantage: Community and Collaboration in Real Estate
12:32 Integrating Faith and Business
16:21 It has to be a hard and fast rule
20:41 Setting Goals and Managing Capacity: The Art of Flipping Houses

COLE'S SOCIALS:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jcolephillips
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyhustle_life/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coleandeva

LET'S GET YOU FUNDED! https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/
JOIN THE MONTHLY MEETUP! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fundfliprepeat

JUSTIN'S SOCIALS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-foster-3a7b3014/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009087069178

JOEL'S SOCIALS:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045631728890
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kadlec.joel/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joelkadlec
Questions? Want to head out for coffee ☕? joel@fixedlending.com

Unlock the real secret to scaling your real estate business that most investors overlook – it's not about avoiding fees, it's about deal volume.

This Joel-solo episode talks about how successful investors use hard money lending as rocket fuel to give their profits a boost, showing why someone flipping three houses can make more than double what a cash-only investor makes on a single property. It's an enlightening discussion that challenges conventional thinking about leverage and explains why having "more and better options" is the true definition of wealth in real estate.

📖CHAPTERS

03:38 Understanding Hard Money and Its Benefits
06:25 Comparing Financing Options: Cash, Traditional, and Hard Money
09:43 Leveraging Hard Money for Greater Returns
12:33 The Importance of Speed and Convenience in Financing
15:22 Strategies for Maximizing Profit with Leverage
17:41 Networking and Community Engagement

📈What private money can do for you: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zjOXVLdRQDeXggelMAejKGx8Dn6RIN3VeLnAzc7woNc/edit?gid=1887402645#gid=1887402645

LET'S GET YOU FUNDED! https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/
JOIN THE MONTHLY MEETUP! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fundfliprepeat

JUSTIN'S SOCIALS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-foster-3a7b3014/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009087069178

JOEL'S SOCIALS:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045631728890
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kadlec.joel/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joelkadlec
Questions? Want to head out for coffee ☕? joel@fixedlending.com

Join host Justin as he sits down with our good friend, Gary Spickes! real estate investor extraordinaire with over 16 years of experience in the Little Rock market. In this engaging conversation, they break down the crucial difference between simply finding potential deals and mastering the art of truly creating profitable opportunities in any market condition. In here, Gary reveals why he thinks most investors struggle to consistently close deals despite their best marketing efforts.

Discover the psychology behind successful seller conversations that can transform ordinary negotiations into collaborative problem-solving sessions, how you're basically like a therapist when you're buying houses, and how a simple tweak can drastically improve of closing that deal!

📖CHAPTERS
02:04 Deal Finding vs. Deal Making
04:51 It's all about consistency
09:31 Navigating Seller Conversations
12:37 Creative Solutions in Real Estate Transactions
17:40 Listening to Seller Motivations
21:35 Building Trust and Simplifying Conversations

⭐FIND GARY HERE
▶Gary on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gary.spickes
▶Got a house you wanna sell in Little Rock? https://garybuyshousesar.com/

LET'S GET YOU FUNDED! https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/
JOIN THE MONTHLY MEETUP! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fundfliprepeat

JUSTIN'S SOCIALS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-foster-3a7b3014/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009087069178

JOEL'S SOCIALS:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045631728890
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kadlec.joel/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joelkadlec

We are graced by veteran builder and overall awesome person Marc Ruiz!

We talk about pivoting from house flipping to building new construction duplexes. Marc reveals what helped him transition when competition for flip properties intensified and profit margins narrowed, showing a professional investor's ability to adapt before markets shift. By focusing on "boring but profitable" duplexes, Marc has created a turnkey investment model that delivers significant advantages through strategic partnerships with high-net-worth investors seeking both income and tax shelter.

📖CHAPTERS

01:50Transition to Duplexes
06:40 "He who adapts is he who survives"
09:23 Understanding the Turnkey Model
11:43 Building New Construction: Process and Benefits
14:20 Predictability and Scalability in New Construction
20:04 Cost Analysis and Financial Insights
22:54 Wealth Creation and Tax Strategies
29:04 Future Plans and Market Opportunities

⭐FIND MARC HERE
▶Rugged Real Estate Investing: https://www.facebook.com/groups/163357316728847
▶Marc's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marc.ruiz.948
▶LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-ruiz-6a214680/

LET'S GET YOU FUNDED! https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/
JOIN THE MONTHLY MEETUP! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fundfliprepeat

JUSTIN'S SOCIALS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-foster-3a7b3014/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045631728890

JOEL'S SOCIALS:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009087069178
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kadlec.joel/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joelkadlec

In this episode, we dive into the critical relationship between investors and real estate agents with special guest with the one and only Ashley Kadlec! We break down exactly how to strategically market and sell your flip properties to achieve maximum profits.

We also explore the often-overlooked advantages of having an investor-friendly agent who understands both the on-market and off-market worlds. Ashley shares her proven system for timing your listing perfectly—from strategic pre-launch "coming soon" periods, to the exact day of the week to list for maximum exposure. You will HATE TO MISS this one!

📖CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Investor Agent Dynamics
03:29 Building Relationships for Successful Flipping
06:26 Strategic Listing and Marketing Techniques
09:28 Open House Strategies for Maximum Exposure
12:05 Navigating Negotiations and Inspections
18:07 Virtual Staging... Yay or Nay?

⭐FIND ASHLEY HERE
▶Cultivate Realty Group with Epique Realty: https://www.facebook.com/cultivaterealtygroup
▶Email: ashleykadlec@epique.me

LET'S GET YOU FUNDED! https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/
JOIN THE MONTHLY MEETUP! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fundfliprepeat

JUSTIN'S SOCIALS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-foster-3a7b3014/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045631728890

JOEL'S SOCIALS:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009087069178
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kadlec.joel/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joelkadlec

In this episode, we get personal and talk about what "Doing What Matters" truly means in both business and life. We let you in about our approach to wealth, defining it not as how much money you have but as "more and better options" for yourself and others.

We share personal stories (you don't wanna miss this), and discuss how our shared values made our partnership possible. The thought of why chasing money alone leads to emptiness and how focusing on relationships rather than transactions creates lasting success was also explored here, so be sure to stream it!

📖CHAPTERS:
00:35 Do What Matters: The Importance of Purpose
07:55 Stewardship and the Right Orientation with Money
09:35 Personal Growth Through Adversity
12:09 Defining Wealth Beyond Money
15:28 The Power of Focus and Avoiding Distractions
19:44 The Ultimate Leverage Is...
22:26 Practical Steps to Discover Your Values

⭐THE RESOURCES MENTIONED
▶Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action - https://a.co/d/0STFrOU
▶Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork - https://a.co/d/iVIhZJt
▶The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results - https://a.co/d/6oSlv3Y
▶The Vision Tracker Organizer - https://www.eosworldwide.com/vto-download

LET'S GET YOU FUNDED! https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/
JOIN THE MONTHLY MEETUP! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fundfliprepeat

JUSTIN'S SOCIALS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-foster-3a7b3014/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045631728890

JOEL'S SOCIALS:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009087069178
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kadlec.joel/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joelkadlec

I'm stoked to have the absolute legend Tez Arbertha joining me on Fund Flip Repeat!

We discuss big facts about real estate investing and building genuine relationships. Like we always say in the show, we're all about connecting you with the strategies and people that'll get your deals funded and keep your investing journey moving forward. This episode is packed with ABSOLUTE GOLD on how to stand out with wholesalers, why community is everything in this business, and how splitting the pie now can lead to the whole bakery later!

📖CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Tez Arbertha and His Journey
03:30 The Importance of Community in Real Estate
06:22 Verified Flippers: Coaching and Community Building
09:24 Leveraging Relationships for Success
12:02 Wholesalers and Buyers: Building Meaningful Connections
15:14 Strategies for New Investors to Stand Out
18:07 The Art of Making Offers and Negotiation
20:43 Final Thoughts and Resources

IMPORTANT LINKS!
⭐Verified Flippers is at SKOOL: https://www.skool.com/verified-flippers-2128/about
⭐Tez's Socials:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/tezarbertha/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tez.toks
⭐JOIN OUR MONTHLY MEETUP! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fundfliprepeat
⭐Let's get you FUNDED: https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/

In this episode, we get real about what happens when real estate deals don't go as planned and how to protect yourself before things go sideways. From our own hard-learned lessons as investors, we share honest talk about managing risk, including why breaking even isn't good enough and why having cash reserves is crucial to staying in the game. Moreover, we dive into practical strategies for protecting your investments, from proper deal analysis to maintaining strong relationships with your lenders.

Whether you're just getting started or you've been around the block, we're sharing actionable tips to help you build lasting success while avoiding the common pitfalls that take investors out of the game.

📖CHAPTERS:
06:26 The Importance of Confidence and Self-Assessment
14:09 Stress Testing and Multiple Exit Strategies
21:30 Learning from Mistakes and Building Relationships

▶READY TO GET FUNDED? https://www.fixedlending.com/apply/
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