Deal Junkies - A Real Estate Podcast

Episode 111: The Hustle with Brandon Eastman

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’v...

Episode 110: Brandon Eastman on Buying Big and Building Bold

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 109: Breaking Down the Deals with Sang Vu

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 108: Sang Vu's $69M Comeback Story

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 107: Partnerships, Resentment & Spotting the Wrong People

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 106: How to Keep Going When Everything Sucks

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 105: The Art of The Deal

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 104: A Real Estate Scaling Roadmap

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 103: Why Sellers Carry – The Power of Seller Financing

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 102: Why Do People Get Into Real Estate?

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 101: What Is Fractional Reserve Banking?

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 100: The Journey, The Deals, The Junkies

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 99: The Urban Doom Loop - Is Portland in Trouble?

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 98: What’s Going on in the World & How It Affects You

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 97: Inside the Single-Family Housing Market

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 96: The Deal Junkies Catch-Up

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 95: Gary Coe IS a Deal Junkie

21 Feb 2025

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Episode 94: Special Guest Gary Coe - Building Businesses, Creating Opportunities, and Leading Industriesdustries

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 93: How Jesse Nguyen Finds, Negotiates & Closes Real Estate Deals

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 92: Jesse Nguyen's Real Estate Journey

11 Feb 2025

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Episode 91: Breaking Down Ryan Heltemes’ Deals

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 90: Scaling to 67 Doors & a $9M Portfolio – How Ryan Heltemes Did It Solo

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 89: How to Build Wealth in Real Estate in Your 20s with Alex Ferry

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 88: Growing a $4M Real Estate Portfolio with Alex Ferry

29 Jan 2025

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Episode 87: Real Estate Tycoon - Chad Montgomery

24 Jan 2025

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Episode 86: Special Guest - Chad Montgomery

22 Jan 2025

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Episode 85: Trevor’s Favorite Things

17 Jan 2025

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Episode 84: Cracking the Code on Out-of-State Deals

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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Episode 83: Deals with Matt Cox

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – where four investors at different stages of their real estate journeys share the strategies and storie...

Episode 82: Doubling Your Portfolio in 1 Year with Matt Cox

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – your go-to source for real estate investing strategies, hard-learned lessons, and the deals that drive...

Episode 81: The Junkies Are Evolving

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the team dives into how 2024 pushed them to grow, adapt, and evolve – both personally and professionally. They refl...

Episode 80: Economics & Distressed Real Estate

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, Trevor, Gabe, and Mike break down the latest economic shifts, covering the Fed’s moves and interest rate updates. T...

Episode 79: Asset Types & Deals

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, Gabe, Mike, and Trevor break down different asset types and share insights from their latest deals. From mixed-use to...

Episode 78: Surviving a Recession

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If Trevor can almost run 100 miles, he can survive anything—but surviving a recession is a different kind of endurance. In this episode, the Junkies...

Episode 77: Sales Training with Gabe

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, Gabe shares the hard-earned wisdom and proven strategies he’s learned over years of building success in sales and b...

Episode 76: Syndication vs. Acquisition – Which is Harder?

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the guys dive into the debate over which is the bigger headache: syndicating a deal or acquiring one. On one side, there’s the joy ...

Episode 75: Gabe and Trevor Brainstorm Session

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Gabe and Trevor get together for a brainstorming session about deals and business strategies. Gabe breaks down the key moves and decis...

Episode 74: The Realities of Real Estate

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Trevor and Gabe get real about the not-so-glamorous side of working in real estate. They dive into what their daily grind actually lo...

Episode 73: Mike’s Masterclass & Bitcoin

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this monumental episode of Deal Junkies, Mike takes center stage and unloads a lifetime’s worth of wisdom, lessons, and experiences from the tren...

Episode 72: Creative Deals with Tristan Mistkawi

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode of Deal Junkies, we’re back with Tristan Mistkawi to dive into the art of structuring deals in rural markets. From unconvention...

Episode 71: Special Guest - Tristan Mistkawi

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Deal Junkies, we’re sitting down with Tristan Mistkawi, a former med school student who made a game-changing pivot. With student ...

Episode 70: The Pros and Cons of Being Young in Real Estate

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Big milestone for us—our first fully virtual episode! If the sound quality is bad, don’t come for us. We’re learning, we’re growing, and we pr...

Episode 69: Timing the Market

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the junkies tackle one of the most debated topics in real estate and investing: timing the market. Mike, Dane, and Trevor share their...

Episode 68: The Ripple Effect of the 2024 Presidential Race

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Dane, and Trevor dive into the presidential election and discuss how it could impact various aspects of our lives, from real es...

Episode 67: The Evolution of Partnerships

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Deal Junkies, the guys break down what it really takes to build partnerships that last. Trevor opens up about his journey with Gabe and M...

Episode 66: The Secret to Life: Make Friends + Have Fun

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 66 of Deal Junkies, the team dives into two simple yet transformative mantras: "make friends" and "have fun." These guiding principles, cha...

Episode 65: The Gabe and Mike Show

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Gabe dive into the latest on the bond market, interest rates, and how politics sneaks its way into everything—especially y...

Episode 64: The Core Contrasts in Real Estate

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Finally, Gabe makes his return, and the Junkies are back in full force (well, minus Dane, but that’s besides the point). This episode dives into the...

Episode 63: Accountability Call with Jaryn Montgomery

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we follow up with Jaryn Montgomery to see how he’s doing after his real estate coaching session in Episode 37. We’ll talk about w...

Episode 62: Rich Junkie, Poor Junkie

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, Mike and Trevor dive into the books that have had a profound impact on their lives—not just in real estate but acro...

Episode 61: Gabriel Hamel’s Guide to Real Estate Deal Structures

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the Junkies are back with Gabriel Hamel, from the 0-100 Tribe. They talk about how he built a portfolio of over 450 u...

Episode 60: Time Freedom with Gabriel Hamel

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the junkies sit down with Mike’s favorite Gabe—Gabriel Hamel, real estate investor and host of the 0-100 Tribe po...

Episode 59: Mike’s Biggest Purchase Ever

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, Mike takes us through his biggest purchase to date—a care facility he’s converting into a mental health center. T...

Episode 58: Economic Impacts on Deals

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the team breaks down the latest economic updates and how they’re impacting real estate deals. They cover everything...

Episode 57: Big Lawsuits & Big Deals

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Deal Junkies, Gabe kicks things off with a story you won’t believe—he accidentally (or was it?) got served with a lawsui...

Episode 56: How Trevor Lost $800,000

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the Junkies discuss how Trevor Howard blew through and basically lost $800,000. He opens up about the tough lessons l...

Episode 55: How to Find Real Estate Deals

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the junkies break down the essential strategies for finding—or more importantly, creating—real estate deals. They’ll cover how ...

Episode 54: Landmark Decisions and the Deal Mike Stole...

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Deal Junkies dive into landmark decisions that have shaped their real estate careers. But things take a dramatic turn when the te...

Episode 53: Mastering the Art of Repositioning in Real Estate

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the junkies dives into one of the most powerful strategies in real estate: repositioning properties. The junkies brea...

Episode 52: How to Avoid Common Real Estate Mistakes

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re back with Dane Fitch to dive into the common mistakes and pitfalls investors face when getting into real estate. The Junkies ...

Episode 51: From Classroom to Capital with Dane Fitch

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we chat with Dane Fitch, a former teacher turned real estate powerhouse and one of Oregon’s top Airbnb owners. Dane shares his...

Episode 50: Market Shake-Up and Big Updates

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our 50th episode, and we’re diving deep into the latest market shifts! Jerome Powell’s recent remarks on interest rates and the economic ou...

Episode 49: Deals Gone Wild - Jan Edition

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Junkies and Jan are back at it, talking about all the deals—from your classic residential to triplexes, ADUs, DADUs, MHPs, and ...

Episode 48: Jan Wanot's Real Estate Hustle and Secrets

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Junkies do a deep dive with Jan Wanot, a former corporate worker turned full-time real estate investor. Since ditching his 9-to-5...

Episode 47: Junkies’ Political Update

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Junkies dive back into the political arena, dissecting the latest developments and their potential impact. They debate ho...

Episode 46: Shiny Object Syndrome

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Junkies tackle a common pitfall for entrepreneurs and investors: Shiny Object Syndrome. They discuss the dangers of getting distr...

Episode 45: Presidents, Politics, and Property

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Junkies dive into the current state of the nation, focusing on the upcoming presidential election and its potential impact on...

Episode 44: Dane's Quarter-Life Crisis

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dane lets it all out... Mike and Gabe step in for a coaching/therapy session, offering him some solid advice, sharing lessons from th...

Episode 43: Deals & Dawgs

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Junkies dive into Dane’s latest potential deal. They give their unsolicited feedback—whether they’re all in or ready to tea...

Episode 42: The New Road to Success

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode the of Deal Junkies, the crew dives into how society has long taught us to follow a traditional path—go to school, get a degree, lan...

Episode 41: Mike's Economics Class

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Deal Junkies! It’s just Trevor and Mike this time, but that’s perfect because no one geeks out over economics quite like these two...

Episode 40: Real Estate Roller Coaster - The Highs and Lows

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode kicks off with an overview of the Junkies' highs and lows—personal victories, setbacks, and the unpredictable world of real estate inve...

Episode 39: Deals, Deals, Deals with Bob Thomas

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode with the one and only Bob Thomas! Mike, Trevor, Dane, and Bob are diving headfirst into some big deals. They’re cove...

Episode 38: The God of Syndication - Bob Thomas

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode of Deal Junkies! This week, the Junkies sit down with Bob Thomas, the co-founder of Peak Asset Management, dubbed (by ...

Episode 37: Real Estate Coaching 101

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with Jaryn Montgomery for an exclusive coaching session. In this episode, the Junkies provide Jaryn with actionable strategies to accel...

Episode 36: Kickstarting Real Estate Young With Jaryn Montgomery

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're chatting with Jaryn Montgomery, a young real estate investor and client. The Junkies dive into the perks and possibilities of startin...

Episode 35: What’s the Deal, Mike?

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 35 of Deal Junkies! Join Mike, Gabe, and Trevor as they dive into Mike’s latest venture: acquiring an adult care facility. They b...

Episode 34: The Habits of Successful People

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies we’re diving deep into the habits of successful people. Join us as we uncover the secret sauce that fuels personal a...

Episode 33: The First Million

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the Junkies delve into the milestone of earning the first million. They discuss why reaching this significant marker ...

Episode 32: Mike's Transition

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies talk about Mike’s Transition into a new Mike. He discusses the changes that he’s going through in life...

Episode 31: Ego

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Deal Junkies is about a very important spiritual principle of not only real estate but life. The Junkies each discuss their perspectiv...

Episode 30: Spiritual Principles of Real Estate

29 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this enlightening episode of Deal Junkies, we delve into the often-overlooked spiritual principles that can transform your approach to real estate....

Episode 29: Mike’s (a) Big Deal

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies talk about Deals, as they should. Today they focus on the deal Mike is doing right now, he is a refor...

Episode 28: Partnerships

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In todays’ episode the Junkies talk about partnerships. It’s the most commonly asked question in real estate, should you have them? The answer isn...

Episode 27: Movie Review: “Finding the Money”

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode will change how you think of money. It's a movie review but also a deep dive into Modern Monetary Theory or MMT. This has been a hot butt...

Episode 26: Market Update and Econ Talk

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies dive into what rates are doing, yield curves, the job market and how the market is really doing right now....

Episode 25 - Interview with Michael Hamilton

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies interview Michael Hamilton the founder of Seneca Development Company. You’ll learn how he went from v...

Episode 24: House Hacking Stories

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the second part of the Deal Junkies New Investor episode the Junkies give a breakdown of a few real deals that Trevor did to start building his por...

Episode 23: Creating Value as a New Investor

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Deal Junkies Trevor, Dane and Mike talk about how to create value as a new investor. To be an Operator in real estate you have...

Episode 22: Paul’s Development Deal

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of our conversation with Paul Kerley we discuss one of his hardest lessons learned. The deal was a development project that needed some mone...

Episode 21: An Interview with Paul Kerley

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies interview the original Junkie himself: Paul Kerley. Paul became Gabe’s client as a broker over a de...

Episode 20: Marc’s Favorite Deal

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Deal Junkie Quick Hit the Junkies talk about some of Marc’s favorite deals. We’ll dive into the strategies he used in the past to f...

Episode 19: Interview with Marc Gallegos

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Deal Junkies you’ll get your first intro to the life of Marc Gallegos but definitely not your last. You’ll quickly come to see ...

Episode 18: Gabe's Rollercoaster Deal

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s Deal Junkie Quick Hit the Junkies talk about one of Gabe’s favorite, then least favorite, and now favorite again deals. It’s a 66-uni...

Episode 17: Roles, Housing Affordability and the Housing Shortage

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies the guys talk about roles and responsibilities within their businesses and how you know what seat you should be in. Th...

Episode 16: Economic Update from Macro Mike

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s Deal Junkies quick hit we hear an economic update from Macro Mike. He dives into the indicators and trends that affect the Residential ma...

Episode 15: NAR Settles Suit

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies discuss what has been going on with the ongoing National Association of Realtors Lawsuit. First they’ll ...

Episode 14: Macro Mike’s Bad Deal(s)

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies, Macro Mike finally talks about his bad deals. He talks about what lessons he learned and how much money he lost. Mike...

Episode 13: Insurance Through the Roof

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Deal Junkies the Junkies discuss the recent explosion of insurance premiums in commercial real estate. They discuss how they are na...

Episode 12: How Gabe Lost $2.1m Dollars

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gabe is a leader, investor and an entrepreneur. Gabe has used those traits to run and build some big businesses, and create a large real estate portfo...