Stay Ready Real Estate Podcast

Stay Ready Real Estate Podcast

by Emeka Ogbonna

Investing How To

Season 1

Owning 100 units in 3 years with a full time job - Eric Tomei

00:20 Eric Bio 1:15 Who is Eric 2:17 Why Multifamily? 4:23 How does Eric attack his goals 5:04 Was there not a better investment? 6:00 What do you need yo have to invest in real estate? 6:57 Hard Truth 7:45 What about the people who don’t have time? 9:00 Long term plan for multifamily? 10:30 How did you learn about Multifamily? 12:12 How to stay grinding in real estate. 16:41 What is a LP and a GP 18:00 Process to being a LP 20:00 What does real estate provide? 21:00 Same 3 questions 26:00 Actionable steps Eric Tomei Email: erictomei@gmail.com Music: Tyas Martin Insta: _bytyas Email: t3ptsbeats@gmail.com

Investing across the country from San Diego - Ike Ekeh

5:22 What is a syndication 7:10 Difference of Stock and Syndication 11:33Why syndication 13:15 How did Ike find his out of state partners 15:36 Myths of the wealthy 16:20 Good Nugget 16:50 Portfolio 19:00 Lessons from raising capital 20:22 Advice for new investor 21:42 Two books recommendations 24:53 Most impactful speech or lessons 26:33 Who would you want to have dinner with? 28:42 3 Actionable items to do Ike Ekeh: Rubiconcre.com ike@rubiconcre.com 415-290-2713 Multifamilybytheslice.com Music: Tyas Martin Insta: _bytyas

The Airbnb Trap Nobody Warns You About

Most people getting into real estate are chasing passive income, but short-term rentals are anything but passive. In this episode, Emeka breaks down the three things you absolutely must understand before buying an Airbnb or short-term rental property. From managing cleaners and reviews to losing margins when you hire a co-host, the hidden costs and time demands of STRs will shock most new investors. On top of that, cities like St. Petersburg, Florida are cracking down hard on short-term rentals, and one ordinance can wipe out your entire cash flow overnight. If your deal doesn't work as a long-term rental first, Mecca says don't buy it — and this episode tells you exactly why. https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/TR?fr_id=10665&pg=personal&px=13772239 Connect with Emeka Ogbonna: Donate to cure Type 1 Diabetes: https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/TR?fr_id=10665&pg=personal&px=13772239 Website: stayreadyrealestate.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm X:https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Pivot or Lose: The Real Estate Reality Check

In this episode of the Stay Ready Real Estate Podcast, Emeka breaks down what it truly means to pivot when a real estate deal doesn’t go as planned. Using his Lakeland flip as a real-time example, he shares how unexpected foundation issues, rising costs, and market shifts forced a strategic shift from selling the property to renting it instead. Emeka explains why having at least two exit strategies is essential and why strong underwriting and stress testing deals can make or break an investment. He reinforces that while real estate is one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available, it requires flexibility, resilience, and long-term thinking. This episode delivers honest insight into the realities of investing, highlighting that setbacks are not failures, but opportunities to adapt and grow. Connect with Emeka Ogbonna: Donate to cure Type 1 Diabetes: Website: Gobonnaequity.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm X:https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Learning from mistakes is vital - Emeka Ogbonna

In this on-the-go episode, Emeka shares hard-earned lessons from a recent flip project that didn’t go exactly as planned. From surprise issues like crown molding and crushed ductwork, he explains how small oversights can lead to big costs. He emphasizes the importance of documentation, organization, and building repeatable processes to avoid making the same mistake twice. Emeka also reflects on how to handle setbacks with a growth mindset and how real investors pivot and adapt under pressure. If you're serious about real estate investing, this episode will help you "learn how to learn" and level up your process. Connect with Emeka Ogbonna: Donate to cure Type 1 Diabetes: https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/Donation2?idb=618632020&df_id=24538&FR_ID=10176&mfc_pref=T&PROXY_ID=13772239&PROXY_TYPE=20&24538.donation=form1 Website: Gobonnaequity.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Bachelor and Survivor TV Producer turned Real Estate Investor - Brian Heller

Brian Heller started his career as a Television Producer for shows including Survivor, The Bachelor, and Ripley’s Believe it or Not! before transitioning into investment real estate in 2010. For nearly fifteen years, Brian has been at the forefront of transforming real estate investments into generational wealth for his investor clients by specializing in apartment building investments and championing a value-add strategy. With an impressive resume totaling over $300 million in transactions, Brian has become a trusted expert, leading high-performing teams through multimillion-dollar real estate projects from concept to completion. Brian’s unparalleled expertise lies in the nuanced realm of apartment building investing, where he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to optimizing financial performance. As a value-add engineer, he spearheads the acquisitions, repositioning, and dispositions of properties, applying a strategic lens that goes beyond the immediate deal to unlock long-term potential. Currently residing in Nashville with his wife, Holli, and daughter, Brooklyn, Brian’s interests extend beyond real estate. As an extensive world traveler, avid golf enthusiast, classic rock connoisseur, and foodie, Brian brings a diverse perspective to both his personal and professional life.

Selling his real estate and traveling around the world - Rob Sembiante

Roberto Sembiante, a former Navy SEAL, shares his journey from the military to real estate investing and now living a life of adventure. He started investing in real estate to increase his income and build wealth. He began with college rentals and eventually built a portfolio of nine single-family homes, a street in Connecticut, and several properties in Virginia Beach. He sold off his properties and now travels the world full-time. Rob emphasizes the importance of taking risks and understanding the realities of being a full-time real estate investor. He advises aspiring investors to build relationships and leverage other people's time. Rob's long-term goals include race directing and writing a book. Takeaways Real estate investing can provide financial freedom and the ability to live life on your own terms. Taking risks and being willing to do difficult things are key to success in real estate. Building relationships and leveraging other people's time are crucial for scaling your real estate business. Having a network tracker and separating and categorizing expenses can help you achieve your financial goals. It's important to understand the realities of being a full-time real estate investor and be prepared for the challenges that come with it. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:20 Current Involvement in Real Estate 06:43 Real Estate as a Path to Freedom 09:01 Portfolio and Investment Locations 11:24 Equity and Cash Flow 13:03 Book Recommendations 13:37 Impactful Speech or Lesson 14:38 Dinner with a Historical Figure 15:06 How to Connect with Rob 16:05 Actionable Steps for Listeners Connect With Roberto Sembiante: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rob.sembiante/ Connect with Emeka Ogbonna: Website: Gobonnaequity.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreadyrealestate/ Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/stayreadyrealestate/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeka-ogbonna-481379164/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIeAZ-rMMFqhE44gu23a0Tqo7a5xqemQD&si=81iIqKvKfCl05ktM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C5pv7sUSF0qEcotOmdElm X: https://twitter.com/EmekarOgbonna

Bailey Kramer Special Offer!!

At just 23 years old Bailey Kramer has achieved almost $10,000 a month through real estate and he is giving stay ready listeners. A STEAL OF A DEAL until the end of 2024. $19 for his midterm rental course. It is literally everything you need to start a short term and mid term rental business. 19$ can make you $7,000 a month, sounds to good to be true buuuttttt, Bailey is literally doing it telling you how he did it. You can avoid his mistakes. That price will not be this low again once the promotion is over. Dont miss out. Instructions for special offer below: 1. Email -> Emeka@gobonnaequity.com 2. Subject: Special Offer, BK 3. Answer the following: What is the second book Bailey recommended in the podcast? 4. If the answer is correct, I will give you the promotion to purchase Bailey’s mid term rental course!

Ex-Firefighter using the right mindset to own 106 units - Neil Schoepp

Neil spent 40+ years in NYC where he grew up and hit every kids exacta. He first became a police officer and then a fireman. Through his 24 years of working the streets of NY he came face to face with fear and found numerous ways of harnessing its power and using that power to take action instead of becoming frozen by it. 00:35 Who is Neil 01:30 Why Real Estate 02:50 Why not stocks 06:50 Neils portfolio 09:40 Neils mindset 12:30 Why dont people take the first step 17:27 Power of momentum 21:00 Last same 3 questions 25:00 How can we reach Neil Books: Wheelbarrow Profits The best ever apartment syndication book Neil@neilschoepp.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100012985746069 Gobonnaequity.com Insta: Gobonnaequity

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