EPISODE #5 | Building a Successful Property Management Business
Release Date: 12/09/2025
EPISODE # 34 | Why Wholesaling is Under Fire: The Truth | Phil Bach
The Elite Investor Show
In this episode of the EI Show, James sits down with legacy Tampa investor and entrepreneur Phil Bach to discuss his 12 year journey through the evolving real estate landscape. Phil provides an uncensored look at the current state of wholesaling, detailing why a zero barrier to entry has led to an influx of predatory contracts and real world consequences for vulnerable sellers. We dive into his transition from a high volume wholesaling background to full time flipping, and why he is now pivoting back toward direct to seller marketing to ensure homeowners are treated with the transparency they...
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EPISODE #33 | How to Achieve Explosive Business Growth While Building Generational Wealth | Grant Lee
The Elite Investor Show
In this episode of the EI Show, James sits down with mortgage lending expert, new father, and entrepreneur Grant Lee to discuss his incredible 146% business growth in 2025. Grant shares a raw look at what it’s like to balance explosive professional success while navigating massive life milestones; getting married, buying a home, and welcoming a son all in a single year. We dive into the grit required for the "ultimate game of delayed gratification" that is real estate, from starting with a single grand in annual earnings to closing $12 million in volume. Grant also opens up about his...
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EPISODE #32 | Building Homes at 26, The Immigrant Work Ethic & Costly Real Estate Mistakes | Cesar Garcia
The Elite Investor Show
In this episode of the EI Show, I sit down with 26-year-old entrepreneur, new dad, and home builder, Cesar Garcia. Cesar has an incredible story of grit that started when he was just 10 years old, mixing cement alongside his grandfather, a civil engineer in Cuba. Today, he’s building homes here in Florida, working side-by-side with his father, who is both an investor and his greatest mentor. We get into what it actually takes to juggle multiple jobs, manage a growing business, and navigate the sleep-deprived reality of being a new father. Cesar also opens up about the harsh lessons he’s...
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EPISODE #31 | Building a Real Estate Business with Creative Financing & $500 | Joey Long
The Elite Investor Show
This week on the Elite Investor Show, I am sitting down with special guest Joey Long. We go way beyond just real estate investing in this conversation, exploring the architecture of a self-made life. Joey takes me back to the very beginning, revealing how issues with bone tumors and a bunch of surgeries led to a chance meeting with a guy named Larry. Larry introduced him to a key mentor, who "took me under his wing" and "taught me all these crazy unique ways to buy real estate". We explore the mindset of someone who would buy their first house six months later after paying for a $500 class...
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EPISODE #30 | I Took an $18,000 Bet on Starting My Business and it Worked | Mike Fox
The Elite Investor Show
This week on the show, I am sitting down with Mike Fox, the driving force behind Fox Building Group. He is leading a premier high-end residential and commercial building group that is shaping the landscape right here in the Tampa Bay area. We go way beyond just construction in this conversation. I wanted to get a raw and honest look at the architecture of a self-made life. Mike takes me back to the very beginning. He reveals the heart-pounding moment he withdrew his last $18,000 to start his business. It was a massive gamble that was either going to launch his career or leave him with nothing....
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EPISODE #29 | My Time In The NFL And How It Prepared Me For Entrepreneurship | Devin Street
The Elite Investor Show
In this episode, I sit down with former NFL Wide Receiver Devin Street for one of the most raw and honest conversations I’ve had about life in the league and the pivot to business. Devin was drafted by the Cowboys and spent time with the Patriots, so he has seen the absolute highest highs of the NFL and the cutthroat business side that we rarely get to see as fans. He opened up to me about his unique experience with Tom Brady and experiencing the "Patriot Way" firsthand. We also get into the heavy stuff: the mental toll of getting cut due to injury, the anxiety of the roster bubble, and how...
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EPISODE #28 | $4k to $15k Monthly in Marketing: Reality of Wholesaling Real Estate | Alex Jandick
The Elite Investor Show
On this episode of the EI Show, I sit down with Alex Jandick, the founder of 131 Realty Corp, to pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to run a successful wholesaling business in today's market. Beyond the day-to-day operations, we dive deep into one of the most powerful and controversial tools in a real estate investor's arsenal: The Memorandum of Contract. We discuss how to use this legal instrument to protect your interest in a deal ethically, while also exposing the shady, unethical tactics they’ve seen flooding the market. If you want to protect your deals without ruining your...
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EPISODE #27 | Scaling to $20 Million: The Reality of Real Estate Development | Ari Alejo
The Elite Investor Show
In this episode of The EI Show, I sit down with real estate developer and home builder Ari Alejo to break down the exact systems he used to 4x his business volume and manage over $20 million in active projects. Real estate development is rarely a smooth ride. Ari opens up about the "human" side of the business, specifically, how to navigate complex relationships with the neighborhood, handle pushback, and manage the inevitable friction that comes with growth. We dig deep into the operational principles required to scale at this level, from managing cash flow to building a team that can handle...
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EPISODE #26 | Mastering the Tampa Market: Wholesaling, Flipping & Mindset | John Gardepe
The Elite Investor Show
In this episode of The EI Show, I sit down with John Gardepe, Partner at Banyan Real Estate, to break down exactly what it takes to win in today's real estate environment. John isn't just talking theory; he is actively moving volume in the Tampa market through high-level wholesaling and flipping operations. In this conversation, we go beyond the deal mechanics to discuss the personal development required to sustain success and how he continues to sharpen his edge as a professional.
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EPISODE #25 | Switching Careers, Hairstylist to Success in Real Estate | Marissa Danzi
The Elite Investor Show
In this episode I have a conversation with Marissa Danzi, as she details her remarkable career change from hairstylist to successful real estate agent. Marissa shares the transferable skills that gave her an edge and the challenges she faced in a new industry. The conversation also covers her personal journey, including the logistics of moving states, her thoughts on city life and dealing with code violations, and how she and her husband are planning for the future, which includes their dream of one day owning a farm.
info_outlineIn this episode of the Elite Investor Show, James interviews Jeremy Kloter, diving into how he built and scaled his property management business, developed his team, and embraced leadership.
Jeremy also shares his vision for the future. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, seizing opportunities, and leveraging partnerships to achieve success in real estate!