Ep #1,166 - She Quit Her Job and Made $20K on Her First Flip

Diva Rescia is a multifamily specialist with the Boyett Team at CBRE, helping clients buy, sell, and reposition apartment buildings across Southern California. A former FOX and Univision TV news anchor turned real estate expert, Diva has transformed over 30 properties and spent more than 15 years mastering the art of real estate investing. Her early experience rehabbing homes and her deep market knowledge give her a unique edge in delivering strategic, results-driven solutions for investors of all levels. Known for her tenacity and passion, Diva brings the same grit that’s carried her through seven marathons to every deal she takes on.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   From Argentina to the American Dream at Age 11 How Diva Turned Her First Flip Into a Real Estate Launchpad The Game-Changing Shift From Flips to Multifamily Wealth The Harsh Truth About Single-Family Turnkey Investing Why Investing in California Can Drive You Crazy The Untapped Goldmine of Residential Assisted Living California vs. Florida: The Real Estate Showdown You Need to Hear The Ugly Truth Behind California’s ADU Investing Frenzy How a Scarcity Mindset Became Diva’s Greatest Advantage   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe

Jason Martins is a Certified Property Manager and seasoned real estate investor overseeing more than 170 rentals across multiple states, with over 17 years in property management. His expertise spans conventional, LIHTC, and Section 8 housing, blending hands-on experience with strategic investment insight. Fluent in English and Portuguese and proficient in Spanish, Jason is an active member of the Central Florida Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management®, where he continues to lead and inspire within the industry.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   How Jason Built His Property Management Expertise The Game-Changing First Multifamily Deal Overcoming the Fear of Raising Capital Secrets to Finding the Right Investor Demographic How Technology Can Supercharge a Remote Real Estate Team Why Educating Your Property Management Company Is Non-Negotiable Key Traits Every Successful Multifamily Partner Shares How to Crush Fear and Take Bold Action in Real Estate   If you’d like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we’ll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

In this episode of Own Your Power, learn how true strength comes from giving away control and empowering others. Discover why the most successful entrepreneurs and leaders know they can do anything but not everything and how delegation, trust, and teamwork are the real keys to scaling your business and life. Explore the difference between creating followers and developing leaders, the importance of aligning around strengths, and why giving away power ultimately amplifies your own. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Mark Hewitt is a Seattle native and former collegiate baseball player, who turned his drive for competition into real estate success. After earning a master’s in educational leadership from Stephen F. Austin University, Mark transitioned from teaching and coaching to full-time real estate in 2014. Since then, he’s sold over 800 homes, built a thriving investment company focused on rentals, flips, and wholesaling, founded a hard money lending firm, and grown a 44-property portfolio using creative financing strategies.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   From the Baseball Field to Real Estate Gold How Flipping Houses Turned Into Big Profits The Advertising Secrets Behind Real Estate Success Wholesaling or Flipping: Which Strategy Wins? The Hidden Advantage Top Investors Don’t Talk About Creative Financing Hacks That Build Wealth Fast How to Score Big on Foreclosed Properties Game-Changing Advice Every New Investor Needs to Hear   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]   

Georgy, founder of Equis Capital, manages over 500 units across 12 properties while bringing a rare blend of real estate savvy and tech innovation. A UC Berkeley Computer Science graduate and AI engineer with experience at Meta and Amazon, he has launched more than 10 products impacting hundreds of millions of users. With a background as a startup founder and over 15 years in tech, Georgy thrives at bridging complex ideas with execution to create wealth, freedom, and lasting impact.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   From Coding Genius to Real Estate Mogul Unlocking the Secret to Financial Freedom The Easiest Money You’ll Ever Make in Real Estate Breaking Down Georgy’s First Multifamily Deal The Ninja Move That Lets You Master Every Part of a Deal Turning Multifamily Assets into Self Storage Goldmines Behind the Curtain of Georgy’s Most Profitable Deals How to Win Over Investors and Close Big If you’d like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we’ll be speaking soon. For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

This episode of Own Your Power dives into the game changing impact of planning and how it unlocks your potential to achieve a life of purpose and success. You’ll learn why goals are the foundation of every great achievement, how planning bridges the gap between dreams and reality, and why action matters more than perfection. Discover how consistent, intentional planning combined with massive action can help you create the life you deserve because without a plan, you’re just following someone else’s. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Dustin Heiner is a real estate investing expert, founder of MasterPassiveIncome.com, and creator of the Real Estate Wealth Builders Conference (REWBCON). After becoming successfully unemployed at 37 by building wealth through rental properties, he made it his mission to help one million people achieve financial freedom through real estate. Since launching MasterPassiveIncome in 2015, Dustin has guided countless investors, even those in expensive markets, on how to invest nationwide, proving that anyone can build passive income and escape the nine to five.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   Inside Dustin’s Growing Multifamily Empire in Nashville The Unexpected Path That Pulled Dustin Into Real Estate From Government Layoff to Building a Single-Family Portfolio Dustin’s Proven Investment Formula and How He Finds Winners What the Best Property Managers All Have in Common The Real Truth Behind the Multifamily vs Single-Family Debate The Difference Between Single Family & Multifamily Cashflow What a Fed Rate Drop Could Mean for Real Estate Investors Step-by-Step Blueprint for Buying Cash-Flowing Rentals Out of State How Dustin Attracts and Screens Rockstar Tenants Every Time   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Dave Snehal is a seasoned entrepreneur & real estate investment sales expert. After starting his career in engineering and gaining business acumen through his family’s dealership, he transitioned to real estate in 2015 and now specializes in commercial multifamily investment sales with eXp Commercial. He co-founded Synergy REI in 2021, providing investors access to recession-resistant commercial real estate opportunities. Outside of work, Dave values family time, fitness, and giving back through philanthropy.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   How to Land Your First Multifamily Deal Mastering the Secrets of Asset Management Breaking Through the Toughest Mental Roadblocks When and How to Pivot for Multifamily Success The Winning Mindset Behind Multifamily Wealth Rod Takes the Cold Plunge Challenge What Success Really Looks Like in Multifamily If you’d like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we’ll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com

Too often, driven people rush from one project to the next without pausing to acknowledge progress, leaving victories feeling hollow. Here, you’ll learn why celebrating even the smallest achievements builds momentum, strengthens teams, and fuels personal growth. From daily habits that recognize progress to big celebrations that honor major milestones, this episode shows how acknowledging your wins can shift your mindset, inspire those around you, and create unstoppable forward momentum in business and life. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Chase Calhoun is a real estate investor, developer, and general contractor based in Little Rock, Arkansas. He owns and manages more than 130 units, leads 26 active construction projects, and is developing two build-to-rent communities that will add over 160 new units. Transitioning from distressed rehabs to large-scale developments, Chase has built a reputation for creating long-term value, revitalizing neighborhoods, and guiding others in their real estate journey. A member of GoBundance and an endurance athlete training for a full Ironman, he brings the same discipline and vision to both business and life.   Here’s some of the topics we covered:   The Gritty Story Behind Chase’s First Ever Property Purchase How Being a General Contractor Gave Chase an Unstoppable Edge Rod’s Heart-Stopping Tornado Story You Won’t Believe The Creative Way Chase is Funding His 52-Unit Deal Through a Joint Venture The Charlie Kirk Tragedy & Memorial Service Why Open Dialogue Is the Secret Weapon of a Free Country How Running Marathons Transformed Chase’s Health and Mindset Chase and Rod’s Game-Changing Conversation on Stem Cells and Longevity Advice For New People Coming Into The Real Estate Game   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email [email protected]    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe