Real Estate Breakthrough

Welcome to the Real Estate Breakthrough Show. Where we talk about the Reality of real estate, the mindset you need and tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing.

How They Built a Life-Changing Sober Living Model & Transformed Real Estate Success | Christina Suter x Melissa & Jermaine Walker of Mr. I Am The Deal 08/12/2025

How Real Estate Can Lead to True Freedom | Christina Suter x Russell Gray 07/28/2025

How They Turned Grit into Growth & Built a Luxury Rental Empire | Christina Suter x Alyssa Holbrook x Mike Brockway 07/14/2025

How He Lost $100M & Came Back Stronger in Real Estate | Christina Suter x Resilience Equity 06/30/2025

How They Survived a Multifamily Fire & Built a Real Estate Empire | Christina Suter x Up Plex 06/19/2025

Investing Abroad & Living Free: How Krista Fedke Helps Americans Buy Property in Europe 06/02/2025

Will Trump’s Tariffs Crash the Economy? 05/12/2025

Should You Still Invest in Real Estate in 2025? 04/22/2025

$1M Flips? The Truth About Making Money in Real Estate | Robert Fragoso Interview 03/05/2025

Hempcrete Homes: The #1 Construction Trend Investors Need to Know 02/12/2025

The Secret Weapon Every Real Estate Investor Needs with Bob Lachance 01/23/2025

Mastering Self-Storage: AJ Osborne on Building a $100M Empire from Scratch 12/02/2024

Mobile Homes & Storage Units? Why These Overlooked Assets Are Dominating Real Estate! 11/12/2024

#196 The Power of Community & Real Estate for Women w/ Mandy McAllister 10/07/2024

#195 From Bartender to Real Estate Mogul: Kevin Bupp’s Path to Financial Freedom 09/23/2024

#194 Is Real Estate Really Worth It? The Honest Truth! with Mike Dehaan 09/09/2024

#194 Is Real Estate Really Worth It? The Honest Truth! with Mike Dehaan Welcome back to Real Estate Breakthrough! In this episode, I sit down with Mike DeHaan, a successful real estate investor and host of the Collecting Keys Podcast. Mike shares his incredible journey from leaving a high-paying engineering job at Boeing to building a national flipping and wholesaling business that spans multiple markets. 🚀 We dive into: - How Mike transitioned from a stable engineering career to real estate investing - The challenges and triumphs of flipping and wholesaling properties - Building a sustainable, scalable business model across different markets - The importance of grit, mindset, and perseverance in real estate - Why he believes it's easier to make a million dollars than to replace a high-paying W-2 with passive income - Mike's insights on creating repeatable systems and achieving financial independence Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this conversation is packed with valuable advice, actionable insights, and real-life lessons from someone who's been in the trenches and emerged successfully. 🎧 Listen now and gain a fresh perspective on what it takes to make it in real estate investing! --- 📢 About Mike DeHaan: Mike DeHaan is a real estate investor and host of the Collecting Keys Podcast. Since 2020, his real estate investment company has scaled to 9 markets, buying off-market real estate, completing over 130 transactions, and building a portfolio of over 50 units where he is the majority owner. Through his podcast and Instant Investor Program, Mike educates and empowers other investors to build successful real estate businesses. 👉 Connect with Mike DeHaan: 🌐 [Website]( 🎥 [YouTube]( 📸 [Instagram]( 💼 [LinkedIn]( 👉Connect with Christina Suter: 🌐 ✨ Make sure to subscribe, like, and share this episode with others who could benefit from Mike's insights! Leave your questions or thoughts in the comments below. We’d love to hear from you! #RealEstateInvesting #FlippingHouses #Wholesaling #RealEstateTips #PassiveIncome #InvestingMindset #FinancialFreedom #Podcast #Entrepreneurship /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/32953702

#193 Building a New Way to Live and Work: Desiree Doubrox's "Homwork" Story 08/26/2024

#192 From Corporate Grind to Real Estate Goldmine: Randy Langenderfer's 4,000-Unit Success Story! 08/12/2024

#192 From Corporate Grind to Real Estate Goldmine: Randy Langenderfer's 4,000-Unit Success Story! Welcome to another episode of the Real Estate Breakthrough podcast! In this episode, I sat down with Randy Langenderfer, a financial expert and the founder of InvestArk, where he manages a portfolio of nearly 4,000 units. In this episode, Randy discusses his transition from a corporate career to becoming a full-time real estate investor. He shares how his background in finance and risk management has been instrumental in his success, and why he believes that passive investing in real estate is a powerful strategy for busy professionals looking to diversify their portfolios and achieve financial freedom. Whether you're new to real estate investing or an experienced investor, Randy's practical advice on risk mitigation, building strong partnerships, and navigating the current economic climate will help you make smarter investment decisions. Tune in to learn how you can create recession-resistant income streams, save on taxes, and build a legacy through real estate. Key Talking Points: - Randy’s journey from corporate life to real estate investing. - The benefits of passive real estate investing for busy professionals. - How Randy built a portfolio of nearly 4,000 units. - The importance of risk mitigation in real estate investing. - Building successful partnerships in the multifamily space. - Navigating the current high-interest rate environment and its impact on multifamily investments. - The value of fixed-rate debt vs. variable-rate debt in today’s market. - The challenges and rewards of real estate investing during economic uncertainty. - The future of real estate investing and Randy's approach to new deals. Find out more about Randy: Randy’s Profile Website Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and actionable tips to help you achieve your real estate goals. Keep your mindset straight, move forward, and find success driven by your why. Listen to the “Real Estate Breakthrough” Show on: - Roku TV - YouTube - Amazon - iHeartRadio - Spotify - iTunes Follow Christina Suter: - https://www.instagram.com/realchristinasuter - https://linktr.ee/realchristinasuter Subscribe, like, and share to stay updated with more expert insights and success stories from the world of real estate investing! /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/32546337

#191 Avoid These Costly Mistakes in Private Lending with Jeff Smallowitz 07/29/2024

#190 From Panic Attack to Real Estate Mogul: Henry Washington's Shocking Success Story! 07/15/2024

#190 From Panic Attack to Real Estate Mogul: Henry Washington's Shocking Success Story! Welcome back to another episode of the Real Estate Breakthrough Show! 🎙️ Today, we are thrilled to have Henry Washington, an accomplished author, entrepreneur, and real estate investor, join us in the studio. Henry has built an impressive portfolio of over 70 rental units and countless house flips within just three and a half years, achieving financial freedom. He's also the newest co-host of the BiggerPockets Podcast and a cast member of "On the Market." In this episode, Henry shares his inspiring journey from a 9-to-5 job to becoming a successful real estate investor. Discover how a panic attack led him to real estate and how he built his portfolio despite having bad credit and little money. Henry emphasizes the importance of authenticity, community, and the right mindset in the real estate business. Key Talking Points: - Henry's unexpected introduction to real estate investing - The critical role of mindset and authenticity in success - Overcoming financial obstacles and finding deals - The power of direct-to-seller marketing and local community banks - Building a community focused on integrity and service Henry also delves into his upcoming book, "Real Estate Dealmaker," which guides you through finding and funding real estate deals. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights and strategies to help you succeed in real estate. Connect with Henry Washington: - Instagram: www.instagram.com/thehenrywashington - Coaching: https://www.seeyouattheclosingtable.com - Pre-order "Real Estate Dealmaker": https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/real-estate-deal-maker Listen to the Real Estate Breakthrough Show: - Roku TV - YouTube - Amazon - iHeartRadio - Spotify - iTunes Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and actionable tips to help you achieve your real estate goals. Keep your mindset straight, move forward, and find success driven by your why. Follow Christina Suter: /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/32136637

#189 Brett Swarts: Deferred Sales Trust vs. 1031 Exchange: Unlocking Tax-Free Wealth Strategies 07/01/2024

#189 Brett Swarts: Deferred Sales Trust vs. 1031 Exchange: Unlocking Tax-Free Wealth Strategies Welcome to a special episode of The Real Estate Breakthrough Show! Today, we have the honor of hosting Brett Swarts, an accomplished entrepreneur and the founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions. Brett, who serves as a Deferred Sales Trust Trustee, brings a wealth of knowledge in exit planning, real estate investment, and wealth management. He is the author of Amazon's #1 best-seller "Building a Capital Gains Tax Exit Plan" and a SUCCESS® Certified Coach, making him an authority in the field. About Brett Swarts: Brett Swarts leads Capital Gains Tax Solutions, where he helps clients with net worths ranging from $5M to $100M create and preserve wealth through the Deferred Sales Trust (DST) exit plan. With over $500 million in CRE brokerage and DST transactions under his belt, Brett combines his real estate investment expertise with innovative tax deferral strategies. He also hosts the Capital Gains Tax Solutions and Expert CRE Secrets podcasts, interviewing industry leaders on topics like wealth management, leadership, and tax strategies. Episode Topics: Introduction and Initial Meeting Deferred Sales Trust (DST) vs. 1031 Exchange Benefits of DST Historical Context and Personal Stories Client Success Stories Operational Details of DST Investment Flexibility Comparing DST to Traditional Trusts Future Tax Implications and Strategies Expert Guidance and Resources Join us for an enlightening discussion with Brett Swarts as he shares his expert insights and practical advice on capital gains tax solutions. Whether you're a high-net-worth individual, a real estate investor, or a trusted advisor, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you navigate the complexities of capital gains tax deferral. More about Brett: linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts capitalgainstaxsolutions.com expertcresecrets.com experttaxsecrets.com Don't forget to like, comment and subscribe! /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/31942072

#188: Whitney Elkins Hutten: Numbers Aren't Enough: Understanding Yourself Holistically as an Investor 06/03/2024

#188: Whitney Elkins Hutten: Numbers Aren't Enough: Understanding Yourself Holistically as an Investor "People get enamored by numbers and we really need to back it up and holistically understand the goals, risk and timeline." -Whitney Hutten Today I am interviewing Whitney Elkins Hutten. She is the Director of Investor Education at . She also operates her own consulting and coaching practice called , where she provides mentorship and development tactics for investors. Currently, she is partnered in $800 million in real estate assets and is the author of the book "." She has been featured on the Bigger Pockets podcast, The Real Estate Syndication show, The Real Estate InvestHer and many more. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Becoming an investor by accident Teaching people how to leverage their resources The necessary skills that get skipped over Stop being enamored by numbers Do you holistically know your goals, risk and timeline What is an investment thesis The know like and trust triangle A skill doesn't always mean a passion "Money for Tomorrow" by Whitney Hutten Create a blueprint that works The 4 skills investors need Do you have a job for every dollar Treat your money like your partner What happens when you don't choose financial independence Enjoy the journey even without the achievements How to prepare the next generation Trust but verify Listen now and find out how Whitney found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Whitney's interview on Find out more about Whitney here: Website Website Email /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/31542037

#187: Mike Zlotnik- The Bizarre Truth: Why Commercial Real Estate Investors Are in a Recession While Others Thrive 05/20/2024

#187: Mike Zlotnik- The Bizarre Truth: Why Commercial Real Estate Investors Are in a Recession While Others Thrive #187: Mike Zlotnik- The Bizarre Truth: Why Commercial Real Estate Investors Are in a Recession While Others Thrive "What's really bizarre is if you're a commercial real estate investor, you are in a deep recession while everyone else is doing fine as the economy is not really in a deep recession." - Mike Zlotnik Today I am interviewing Mike Zlotnik. He's an Investment Expert and coach with a successful background and long history in information technology and business intelligence. In 2009 he transitioned into real estate and in 2014 became the CEO of Tempo Family of Funds an Syndications, an investment firm that specializes high yield growth and income investment opportunities for investors in both residential and commercial real estate. He is a member of the investor mastermind groups Collective Genius, Venture Alliance and more. He is the host of the Big Mike Fund podcast, and is a national speaker. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE The predictability of real estate Who is this recession hurting the most Mikes background and beginnings in real estate The predictability of real estate Real estate's technical elements an what they mean Badly structured deals in the commercial market Is residential stable Why we use sensitivity analysis in investing The skill of building strong relationships Your team defines your success People, culture and numbers What is a leaders function Where is the economy currently Are people running out of money Listen now and find out how Mike found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Quentin's interview on Find out more about Mike here: Website /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/31379132

#186: Quentin Wendt- Scaling Single Room Occupancy Where Everyone Wins 05/06/2024

#186: Quentin Wendt- Scaling Single Room Occupancy Where Everyone Wins "The asset that you buy and the revenue that's created, you're not going to get it anywhere else. You can chase traveling nurses, you can chase insurance providers in the mid term space, but that comes and goes." -Quentin Wendt Today I am interviewing Quentin Wendt who is the General Manager at , a technology platform and marketplace dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions for working people in working class neighborhoods. Quentin spent 22 years in management consulting for the food service industry and has only recently invested in his first property. However, with his extensive background in operations and management he joined the Pad Split team in 2022. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Quentin's introduction into real estate People in real estate share His time running a distribution and logistics business for Boars Head When he joined Pad Split What is Pad Split and how does it work Multi family returns on single family acquisitions How are bedrooms in a Pad Split created Lead with the underwriting How do investors get involved Who is the target tenant Forced appreciation in different markets Does the demand for affordable housing still exist Don't lead with profit How do you build an asset portfolio using BRRR What is the hardest barrier of entry for investors Can both tenant and investor win Listen now and find out how Quentin found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Quentin's interview on Find out more about Quentin here: Website /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/31120773

#185: Chad Zdenek- 4 Traits to Execute During Every RE Cycle 04/22/2024

#185: Chad Zdenek- 4 Traits to Execute During Every RE Cycle "The LPs traditionally are going to have the lion's share of that equity stack and if you don't have a good handle on those LP's, you can run into some hot water and not be able to raise your money." - Chad Zednek Today I am interviewing Chad Zdenek. He is the CEO of CSQ Properties, which functions as an acquisition and reposition management company of multi-family and self storage real estate. They hold 750 multi-family units and 3,000 self storage units in California and other parts of the US. He has presented at my ITI Meeting as well as been a on the show. Chad Zdenek: Had a career in construction and civil engineering, obtaining a license for both . He worked at Boeing for 7 years as a structural dynamics engineer before going into business with his brother which they ran successfully for a few years before Chad was bought out. After, he went into real estate full time and established CSQ Properties as well as grew a $150 million general partner portfolio. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Chads background at Boeing as a structural engineer What is CSQ Properties Choosing the right investment partners The horse track analogy Why no one talks about the LP's Who does what in an equity stack How are syndications setup The technicals matter Who is the silent Co GP What is effective investor communication How no communication becomes miscommunication Why Co GP's distance themselves Treat all investors the same The challenges with capital calls on distress deals Reestablishing know, like and trust Listen now and find out how Chad found his Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Chad's interview on Find out more about Chad here: Website csqproperties.com IG LinkedIn /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/30928133

#184: Cody Davis- The Art of Seller Financing, Simplified 04/08/2024

#183: Bronson Hill- Balancing Ego and Authenticity as a Real Estate Entrepreneur 03/25/2024

#183: Bronson Hill- Balancing Ego and Authenticity as a Real Estate Entrepreneur "Capital raising is sales, it's really working with people using a lot of the same skill sets." -Bronson Hill Today I am interviewing my friend, Co host of ITI and past mentee, Bronson Hill. He is the CEO and Founder of , a passive investing and multi family syndication company. Bronson Equity works one on one with clients who are high earning individuals who want to invest passively. He is a general partner in over $150 million in real estate. Bronson is an educator and has written a report called . He is an author, podcast host, the creator of the Advanced Real Estate Investing Summit, a guest speaker on numerous podcasts, a presenter at various conferences and meetings and so much more. Bronson Hill: Began investing in real estate in 2006 when he purchased his first rental property. After the property began to cash flow, Bronson purchased other single family properties in Ohio, under the impression that he wanted to own 30 homes for passive investing. Later on a family member introduced Bronson to multi-family investing and there, Bronson learned how to raise capital for a deal. Now a few years later, he is a Multi Family Syndicator and financial coach. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Bronson's trajectory into real estate Why he transitioned from single family to multi family Diversify your portfolio People want time freedom over financial freedom Capital raising is sales How to find an approach that works Can we come from a place of purpose How does vision create purpose Money is a tool How Bronson raised $40 million Creating a positive relationship with money The achievers dilemma Keeping the ego in check Helping people believe in themselves Some deals come with challenges Investing in ATMs Listen now and find out how Bronson found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Bronson's interview on Find out more about Bronson here: Website Email LinkedIn /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/30524788

#182: Todd Bayer- Playing the Long Term Real Estate Game 03/11/2024

#182: Todd Bayer- Playing the Long Term Real Estate Game #182: Todd Bayer- Playing the Long Term Real Estate Game "You have to put more skin in the game to make the deal work and end up making much less profit so we are very challenged right now in real estate especially with flipping and the long term rental market." -Todd Bayer Today I am interviewing Todd Bayer. I've known Todd for many years and he has an extensive journey in the world of real estate from appraisals to flipping to launching the Rehab Loan Group and beyond. He partnered with Stephne McKee and started the successful networking group The Inland Empire Real Estate Investment Club. Todd would then pursue other avenues that included the tiny home and mobile home markets which also had its challenges. Now Todd is the Owner of which he launched after the pandemic which focuses on mobile home parks, multi family and self storage facilities. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How Todd was introduced to real estate Trading a 9-5 for a 9-9 Focus on what you're great at How The Rehab Loan Group was started Building a business while running one at the same time The power of networking What is happening in the industry of lending What are the current challenges What is happening with real estate prices There's not enough inventory Best way to find a deal of market Where to find off market deals How bad deals educate you as an investor Stay in your lane What is happening with the long term rental market Listen now and find out how Todd found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Todd's interview on Find out more about Todd here: Website Email [email protected] /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/30314018

#181: Matthew Owens- How To Master Financial Control 02/19/2024

#181: Matthew Owens- How To Master Financial Control "Do you as a private investor have the right education to be able to ask the right questions to these operators." - Matthew Owens Today I am interviewing Matthew Owens. He is the CEO of , which is a real estate investing company that focuses on “intelligent” investing and education. OCG Properties helps investors create cash flow strategies for long term returns and investments. He has presented numerous times at my FIBI Pasadena meeting and is a frequent speaker at other real estate meetings in the southern California area. Matthew Owens: Started his career in real estate as a flipper and a licensed CPA. Over the past fifteen years, Matthew has successfully flipped over 1,000 properties with over $35 million out to flippers currently. In 2006 he quit his job as a CPA and went into real estate full time. Understanding the complexities of deals, Matthew founded OCG Properties to help people become educated on how to succeed in real estate using cash flow strategies and seller financing strategies for long term investing. He is a consultant, an advisor and host of the . TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE How to gain financial control Everything falls on the owner How to get a hold on your bookkeeping Are you cataloging your expenses properly Why you should hire a team How to hold yourself accountable as the business owner Separating your buckets of capital Do you have proper reserves set in place Why you need multiple bank accounts The benefits of knowing how to talk to people Networking is key Be open to new opportunities Why invest in promissory notes Invest in syndications Is investing in real estate better than investing in stocks What is happening in the market currently Will lowering rates add inventory Listen now and find out how Matthew found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Matthew's interview on Find out more about Matthew here: Website LinkedIn /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/29943808

#180: Kaaren Hall- Mastering Your IRA Retirement Plan 02/05/2024

#180: Kaaren Hall- Mastering Your IRA Retirement Plan "It's not passive, it's your asset and it's your money so you don't just sit back and hope someone else is taking care of your money because no one cares about your money like you do." -Kaaren Hall Today I am interviewing Kaaren Hall who is the founder of . uDirect helps thousands of people self direct their IRA's into private equity investments such as real estate, notes, performing & non performing debt, crowdfunding and more. Assisting people with taking their retirement out of wall street and into private equity, Kaaren opened uDirect IRA in 2009, just a year after the 2008 downturn. She has presented at many local meetings including my FIBI Pasadena meeting numerous times as well as been a previous guest on my show. Kaaren Hall: Prior to her career in IRA services and investing, Kaaren was a radio host and a news and on air traffic reporter. She then began working in the banking and real estate industry before taking a leap and beginning her own practice in Southern California. Understanding the importance of retirement and the power of taking care of your own financial freedom, uDirect IRA specializes in helping people create their own future in which they have full control over their retirement and financial freedom. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE Being a woman in a male dominated industry What are we responsible for The importance of a morning routine Inner determination How do we build discipline What you can and cannot do with a self directed IRA How do we make this process simple Learn the rules of the game New changes in the IRA industry What is a 529 plan What is a sep IRA How are people currently being impacted by the recession Has fraud died down How do contribution limits impact an account What is No one else will care about your money like you Why this is not a passive asset The importance of multiple streams of income for retirement What do you need to retire Listen now and find out how Kaaren found her Real Estate Breakthrough! The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on , , , and more. You can watch Kaaren's interview on Find out more about Kaaren here: Website Email /episode/index/show/realestatebreakthrough/id/29722253