The Freedom That Comes Through Real Estate Investing | Live Life by Design - Jeff Mendez #14
02/01/24 • 67 min
Join us as we delve into the intricacies of real estate investment through our journey with Studio 168. This insightful conversation with Jeff Bennett covers the philosophy behind their unique company name, the transformative power of real estate investing, personal anecdotes from Jeff's start in the industry, and the strategic approach to creating lasting wealth and freedom. Whether you're an aspiring real estate investor or a seasoned professional, this podcast offers valuable lessons on living life by design, not by default, through smart, purposeful investing.
00:08 - Introduction and backstory of Studio 168
01:12 - Personal real estate journey and initial involvement in the industry.
04:32 - Strategies for generating leads and success in mobile home sales.
06:12 - Discovering passion for real estate and the process of creating value.
10:09 - Personal fulfillment from improving communities and generating returns.
17:10 - Healthy cap rates and indicators of potentially problematic investments.
20:15 - The optimal debt-to-equity ratio and the benefits of government-backed loans.
22:11 - The appeal of multifamily assets for stable and durable revenue.
25:08 - The concept of "phantom cash flow" through depreciation benefits in real estate.
29:02 - Introduction to a specific deal in Amarillo, Texas
32:34 - The role of depreciation in real estate as a tax advantage
34:27 - Discussion on the benefits of refinancing and recaps in real estate
36:03 - The importance of finding the right deals
39:29 - Advice for individuals looking to start in real estate investing
48:06 - Deep dive into the due diligence process
52:33 - The importance of holding onto real estate investments for long-term growth
53:52 - The advantages of utilizing 1031 exchanges in real estate to defer taxes on gains
00:58:25 - The impact of property management decisions on investment outcomes
01:00:31 - Closing thoughts on the transformative power of real estate investment
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Join us as we delve into the intricacies of real estate investment through our journey with Studio 168. This insightful conversation with Jeff Bennett covers the philosophy behind their unique company name, the transformative power of real estate investing, personal anecdotes from Jeff's start in the industry, and the strategic approach to creating lasting wealth and freedom. Whether you're an aspiring real estate investor or a seasoned professional, this podcast offers valuable lessons on living life by design, not by default, through smart, purposeful investing.
00:08 - Introduction and backstory of Studio 168
01:12 - Personal real estate journey and initial involvement in the industry.
04:32 - Strategies for generating leads and success in mobile home sales.
06:12 - Discovering passion for real estate and the process of creating value.
10:09 - Personal fulfillment from improving communities and generating returns.
17:10 - Healthy cap rates and indicators of potentially problematic investments.
20:15 - The optimal debt-to-equity ratio and the benefits of government-backed loans.
22:11 - The appeal of multifamily assets for stable and durable revenue.
25:08 - The concept of "phantom cash flow" through depreciation benefits in real estate.
29:02 - Introduction to a specific deal in Amarillo, Texas
32:34 - The role of depreciation in real estate as a tax advantage
34:27 - Discussion on the benefits of refinancing and recaps in real estate
36:03 - The importance of finding the right deals
39:29 - Advice for individuals looking to start in real estate investing
48:06 - Deep dive into the due diligence process
52:33 - The importance of holding onto real estate investments for long-term growth
53:52 - The advantages of utilizing 1031 exchanges in real estate to defer taxes on gains
00:58:25 - The impact of property management decisions on investment outcomes
01:00:31 - Closing thoughts on the transformative power of real estate investment
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Leadership Lessons, Olympic Weight Lifting: Jenny Schumacher | Live Life by Design - Jeff Mendez #13
In this inspiring episode of Live Life By Design, host Jeff Mendez welcomes Jenny Schumacher, an extraordinary individual with a diverse and captivating background. Jenny shares her intriguing story, from mastering multiple languages to her significant role as the chair of the Board of USA Weightlifting. Delve into Jenny's unique experiences in different cultures, her insights on Olympic weightlifting, and her profound thoughts on leadership and personal growth.
🔍 Key Moments in this Episode:
00:00 - Introduction
04:15 - Discussing the Global Popularity of Weightlifting
08:27 - Jenny's Transition to the United States and Building a Community
12:15 - Discovering Passion for Whitewater Rafting
16:20 - Leadership Insights and Personal Growth
20:13 - Discussing Jenny's Book "See Do Grow"
24:17 - Exploring Mental Health and Relationship Dynamics
28:18 - Jenny's Role in USA Weightlifting and Preparing for the Olympics
32:09 - The Importance of Curiosity and Embracing Change
36:21 - Reflections on Leadership and Life Lessons
Jenny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennysuisse/
Stay Connected with Jeff:
Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papi/
Join Jeff on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@live.life.by.design
Learn more about Studio 168: https://studio168p.com/
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Turning Health Challenges Into a Life-Changing Business | Live Life by Design w/ Jeff Mendez #15
In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, we're thrilled to have Janae and Kevin Cox, a dynamic couple who have turned their personal health challenges into a powerful mission to help others. Dive into their journey as they share insights on living with celiac disease, embracing a gluten-free lifestyle, and the transformative power of diet on well-being. Janae, an introvert turned influential voice in the food allergy community, alongside Kevin, her supportive husband, discuss the origins of their advocacy, the challenges of dietary restrictions, and their successful approach to creating a supportive community through Clean Monday Meals.
🌐 Stay Connected with Janae and Kevin:
Visit Clean Monday Meals: https://cleanmondaymeals.com/
Follow Janae on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleanmondaymeals
Follow Kevin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekevincoxshow
Stay Connected with Jeff:
Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papi/
Join Jeff on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@live.life.by.design
Learn more about Studio 168: https://studio168p.com/
🔍 Key Moments in this Episode:
00:00 - Introduction
00:31 - Janae's Superpowers
02:04 - Journey Inception
04:19 - Diagnosis Impact
07:06 - Lifestyle Transition
10:06 - Clean Monday Evolution
14:07 - Product Launch
18:41 - Future Plans
22:15 - Inclusion Strategies
26:53 - Personal Growth
31:17 - Product Insights
35:46 - Transformation Journey
40:19 - Community Power
44:57 - Gluten-Free Landscape
49:26 - Advocacy Role
55:24 - Closing thoughts
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