Breaking into luxury real estate might seem out of reach, but in this episode Samuel Haack breaks down a clear path to get started from scratch.

If you’re enjoying conversations like this, join the Launch REI Newsletter at https://newsletter.launchrei.co/ for weekly insights on real estate investing, capital raising, and building wealth through strategic partnerships.

In this episode, we break down exactly what you should do if you’re starting with little to no capital and want to enter the high-end real estate space.

• The reality of starting in real estate with no money or connections
• Why luxury real estate is still accessible if approached the right way
• The first steps to take at 22 (or any age) to break into the industry
• Building credibility and positioning yourself in a high-end market
• Leveraging relationships and networking to accelerate growth
• The importance of consistency and long-term thinking
• Common mistakes beginners make when trying to enter luxury real estate
• How to stand out in a competitive market
• Mindset shifts required to operate at a higher level
• Practical advice to start taking action immediately

Time stamps

00:00 Introduction
02:00 Starting from zero in real estate
06:30 Why luxury real estate
11:20 First steps to break in
18:00 Building credibility
25:10 Networking and relationships
33:40 Mistakes to avoid
41:00 Standing out in the market
48:00 Final advice

Guest Bio

The Samuel is a real estate professional specializing in the luxury market, known for helping new and aspiring agents understand how to break into high-end real estate without traditional advantages. Through strategic positioning, networking, and consistent execution, they have built a strong presence in a competitive space.

Connect with Samuel Hack

Newsletter: https://newsletter.launchrei.co
Podcast Guest Application: https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/
Mastermind: https://launchrei.co/mastermind
YouTube: youtube.com/@LaunchREI
Website: https://launchrei.co

Follow Vince

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincecrane_/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincecrane

#launchrei
#vince
#samuelhaack
#luxuryrealestate
#realestatecareer
#newagenttips
#realestateinvesting
#realestateagent
#highendhomes
#listingagent
#realestatemarketing
#realestatestrategy

From running a restaurant to building a massive real estate portfolio, Gino Barbaro shares what it really takes to scale.

If you’re enjoying conversations like this, join the Launch REI Newsletter at⁠ https://newsletter.launchrei.co/⁠ for weekly insights on real estate investing, capital raising, and building wealth through strategic partnerships.

In this episode, we break down how Gino scaled to nearly 2,000 multifamily units through partnerships, systems, and long-term thinking.

Show notes

• Transition from the restaurant (pizza) business into real estate

• Early struggles and lessons from first deals

• How Gino scaled from small properties to large multifamily

• The importance of mentorship and community

• Building systems to manage a large portfolio

• Raising capital and creating investor trust

• Mistakes made and how they shaped long-term success

• Why mindset matters more than strategy

• Creating financial freedom through multifamily investing

• Advice for investors looking to scale

Time stamps

02:10 Background in the restaurant business

06:45 Entry into real estate

12:30 First deals and early lessons

18:20 Scaling into multifamily

25:40 Partnerships and capital raising

33:10 Systems and operations

40:30 Lessons learned

47:00 Advice for investors

Guest Bio

Gino Barbaro is a multifamily investor, entrepreneur, and educator who has built a portfolio of over 2,000 units and hundreds of millions in assets. He transitioned from owning a restaurant for over 20 years into real estate and is now a co-founder of one of the leading multifamily education communities.

Connect with Gino Barbaro

Website:⁠⁠⁠ https://jakeandgino.com/⁠

LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gino-barbaro-03973b4b/⁠

Connect with LAUNCH REI

Newsletter: ⁠https://newsletter.launchrei.co⁠

Podcast Guest Application: ⁠https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/⁠

Mastermind: ⁠https://launchrei.co/mastermind⁠

YouTube: ⁠youtube.com/@LaunchREI⁠

Website: ⁠https://launchrei.co⁠

⁠⁠Follow Vince

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vincecrane_/⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/in/vincecrane⁠

#launchrei

#ginobarbaro

#multifamilyinvesting

#realestateinvesting

#passiveincome

#apartmentinvesting

#realestatepodcast⁠⁠

Jacqueline Torres shares the bold story of how she took a massive risk by putting $30,000 on credit cards to pursue her first real estate opportunity. If you’re enjoying conversations like this, join the Launch REI Newsletter at https://newsletter.launchrei.co/ for weekly insights on real estate investing, capital raising, and building wealth through strategic partnerships.

In this episode, we break down the mindset, resilience, and unconventional path Jacqueline took to transition from nursing into real estate investing and development.

In this episode, we break down

• How Jacqueline grew up in a first-generation immigrant household with strong financial discipline
• Why she decided to leave the traditional career path and pursue real estate
• The risky decision to put $30,000 on credit cards to fund her first opportunity
• How that first deal ultimately resulted in a $100K payday
• Lessons learned from taking calculated risks early in an investing career
• The role of resilience and persistence in navigating financial setbacks
• Why community and mentorship are critical for new investors
• How Jacqueline transitioned from small deals into larger real estate opportunities
• The mindset required to move from employee thinking to investor thinking
• Advice for new investors who feel stuck or afraid to take the first step

Time stamps

00:00 Introduction to Jacqueline Torres
01:30 Growing up in a first-generation immigrant household
05:00 Career path in nursing and early financial mindset
09:20 Discovering real estate investing
14:10 The $30K credit card risk
20:40 Her first big deal and making $100K
27:30 Lessons learned from early mistakes
34:00 Finding mentorship and community
41:20 Transitioning toward larger real estate opportunities
48:10 Advice for new investors

Guest Bio

Jacqueline Torres is a real estate investor and developer who transitioned from a career in nursing into the world of real estate. Growing up in a first-generation immigrant household with a single mother, Jacqueline developed a strong work ethic and strong financial discipline early in life. Through persistence and calculated risk-taking, she broke into real estate investing, completing profitable deals and working toward larger development opportunities.

Connect with Jacqueline Torres

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinetorres_builds/?hl=en

Connect with LAUNCH REI

Newsletter: https://newsletter.launchrei.co
Podcast Guest Application: https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/
Mastermind: https://launchrei.co/mastermind
YouTube: youtube.com/@LaunchREI
Website: https://launchrei.co

Follow Vince

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincecrane_/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincecrane


#launchrei
#jacquelinetorres
#realestateinvesting
#realestatedeals
#entrepreneurship
#realestatemindset
#womeninrealestate

In this episode, Vince sits down with Anna Wallace, a young real estate entrepreneur who built a thriving wholesaling business before even graduating college.

If you’re enjoying conversations like this, join the Launch REI Newsletter at https://newsletter.launchrei.co/ for insights, strategies, and conversations with top real estate investors.

By age 25, Anna has completed 100+ wholesale deals, expanded into multiple states, and traveled to 45 countries; all while designing systems that allow her to work just a few hours per week. Anna shares how she got started in real estate at 21, the sales skills she developed from door-to-door selling, and how she and her partner scaled their wholesaling operation using systems, automation, and AI.

If you're interested in building a real estate business that gives you freedom of time and location, this episode breaks down the strategies, tools, and mindset that helped Anna scale quickly.

In this episode, we break down

• How Anna started her wholesaling business at 21 while still in college
• The sales lessons she learned from door-to-door selling and how it helped her close deals
• The difference between acquisitions and dispositions in wholesaling
• How she and her partner structured their business to complete over 100 deals
• The role automation and systems played in scaling the company
• How Anna is integrating AI agents into her real estate business
• The common mistake investors make when expanding into new states
• Why wholesaling can be a powerful entry point into real estate investing
• How building strong buyer relationships leads to consistent deal flow
• Anna’s long-term vision of transitioning into rentals and flips

Time stamps

00:00 Introduction to Anna Wallace
01:00 Starting a business while still in college
03:00 Lessons from door-to-door sales
05:00 Discovering wholesaling
07:30 How wholesaling actually works
10:00 Working with buyers and closing deals
13:00 Vince’s early wholesaling experience
16:00 Scaling the business and building a team
18:30 Using AI and automation in real estate
21:00 Expanding into multiple states
24:00 Anna’s long-term real estate strategy

Guest Bio

Anna Wallace is a real estate entrepreneur who built a multi-state wholesaling business in her early 20s. By age 25, she has completed over 100 wholesale deals while traveling to 45 countries. Known for her focus on systems and automation, Anna integrates AI tools and technology into her business to streamline operations and scale efficiently.

Connect with Anna Wallace

Website: https://eaglepropertyoffers.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna.wallacee1/?hl=en

Connect with LAUNCH REI

Newsletter: https://newsletter.launchrei.co
Podcast Guest Application: https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/
Mastermind: https://launchrei.co/mastermind
YouTube: youtube.com/@LaunchREI
Website: https://launchrei.co

Follow Vince

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincecrane_/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincecrane

#launchrei
#annawallace
#realestateinvesting
#realestateentrepreneur
#wholesaling
#aiinrealestate
#passiveincome
#realestatepodcast

In this episode, Vince sits down with Anna Wallace, a young real estate entrepreneur who built a thriving wholesaling business before even graduating college.

If you’re enjoying conversations like this, join the Launch REI Newsletter at https://newsletter.launchrei.co/ for insights, strategies, and conversations with top real estate investors.

By age 25, Anna has completed 100+ wholesale deals, expanded into multiple states, and traveled to 45 countries; all while designing systems that allow her to work just a few hours per week. Anna shares how she got started in real estate at 21, the sales skills she developed from door-to-door selling, and how she and her partner scaled their wholesaling operation using systems, automation, and AI.

If you're interested in building a real estate business that gives you freedom of time and location, this episode breaks down the strategies, tools, and mindset that helped Anna scale quickly.

In this episode, we break down

• How Anna started her wholesaling business at 21 while still in college
• The sales lessons she learned from door-to-door selling and how it helped her close deals
• The difference between acquisitions and dispositions in wholesaling
• How she and her partner structured their business to complete over 100 deals
• The role automation and systems played in scaling the company
• How Anna is integrating AI agents into her real estate business
• The common mistake investors make when expanding into new states
• Why wholesaling can be a powerful entry point into real estate investing
• How building strong buyer relationships leads to consistent deal flow
• Anna’s long-term vision of transitioning into rentals and flips

Time stamps

00:00 Introduction to Anna Wallace
01:00 Starting a business while still in college
03:00 Lessons from door-to-door sales
05:00 Discovering wholesaling
07:30 How wholesaling actually works
10:00 Working with buyers and closing deals
13:00 Vince’s early wholesaling experience
16:00 Scaling the business and building a team
18:30 Using AI and automation in real estate
21:00 Expanding into multiple states
24:00 Anna’s long-term real estate strategy

Guest Bio

Anna Wallace is a real estate entrepreneur who built a multi-state wholesaling business in her early 20s. By age 25, she has completed over 100 wholesale deals while traveling to 45 countries. Known for her focus on systems and automation, Anna integrates AI tools and technology into her business to streamline operations and scale efficiently.

Connect with Anna Wallace

Website: https://eaglepropertyoffers.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna.wallacee1/?hl=en

Connect with LAUNCH REI

Newsletter: https://newsletter.launchrei.co
Podcast Guest Application: https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/
Mastermind: https://launchrei.co/mastermind
YouTube: youtube.com/@LaunchREI
Website: https://launchrei.co

Follow Vince

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincecrane_/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincecrane

#launchrei
#annawallace
#realestateinvesting
#realestateentrepreneur
#wholesaling
#aiinrealestate
#passiveincome
#realestatepodcast

Michael Alberse lived in a self-built camper van while working at Google to eliminate rent and accelerate his path to financial freedom.

If you're enjoying conversations like this, join the Launch REI Newsletter at https://newsletter.launchrei.co/ for weekly insights on real estate, investing, and financial freedom strategies.

In this episode, we break down how Michael went from earning just $160/month in passive income to building a $1M+ net worth in his 20s through aggressive saving, smart investing, and alternative investments.

Michael shares the unconventional strategies he used to maximize his income, reduce expenses, and take advantage of rare investment opportunities—including a private market deal that delivered a massive 9x return.

If you're interested in building wealth faster, understanding passive income strategies, or exploring alternative investments beyond real estate and stocks, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

In this episode, we break down

• Why Michael chose to live in a camper van while working at Google
• How eliminating rent accelerated his wealth-building journey
• The power of maxing out retirement accounts in your 20s
• Why curiosity is one of the most powerful drivers of financial success
• How Michael grew his passive income from $160/month
• The importance of increasing income while reducing expenses
• How a private market investment delivered a 9x return
• What “alternative investments” actually mean
• Lessons from investing in small businesses and startups
• The long-term strategy behind building $15K/month in passive income


Time stamps

00:00 Introduction to Michael’s van life story

00:38 Why Michael built a camper van while working at Google

02:50 Building the van from scratch

05:00 Living in a van while working a corporate job

07:02 The financial breakdown of the van investment

10:16 Discovering personal finance and investing

12:10 Starting the $15K/month passive income challenge

14:49 Growing net worth from $100K to $1M+

19:10 The cold storage investment opportunity

22:03 Structuring the deal and the 9x return

Guest Bio

Michael Alberse is a personal finance creator and investor who focuses on building passive income through alternative investments, retirement accounts, and strategic financial planning. After working at Google and living in a self-built camper van to drastically reduce expenses, Michael accelerated his wealth-building journey and surpassed $1M in net worth in his 20s. He now shares insights on investing, financial independence, and passive income strategies through his content.

Connect with Michael Alberse

Website: https://investingmicro.com/home
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micro.investing/

Connect with LAUNCH REI

Newsletter: https://newsletter.launchrei.co
Podcast Guest Application: https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/
Mastermind: https://launchrei.co/mastermind
YouTube: youtube.com/@LaunchREI
Website: https://launchrei.co

Follow Vince

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincecrane_/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincecrane

#launchrei
#michaelalberse
#passiveincome
#financialfreedom
#personalfinance
#investing
#vanlife
#alternativeinvestments
#financialindependence

Zeona McIntyre grew up in a household that relied on food stamps and moved frequently because her family rented instead of owning. Determined to create a different future, she built financial freedom through real estate, travel, and unconventional investing strategies.

Sign up for our newsletter for more real estate investing insights:
https://newsletter.launchrei.co

In this episode, Zeona shares how she went from humble beginnings to building a real estate portfolio across multiple states using Airbnb, mid-term rentals, and creative financing. She also talks about designing a lifestyle-first business that allows her to travel the world while growing her investments.

If you're interested in short-term rentals, mid-term rentals, or building financial freedom through real estate, this episode is packed with practical insights and real experiences from someone who has done it.

In this episode, we break down

• How Zeona went from growing up on food stamps to becoming financially free
• The moment she realized real estate could change her life
• The difference between short-term rentals and mid-term rentals
• Why mid-term rentals can be one of the most underrated strategies today
• How Zeona built a portfolio across multiple states
• The power of lifestyle design and building a travel-friendly business
• Creative financing strategies investors can use in today’s market
• Lessons learned from managing rentals in different markets
• Advice for new investors looking to get started with rentals today

Time stamps

00:00 Introduction
02:00 Growing up on food stamps and early money mindset
06:30 Discovering real estate investing
10:45 Getting started with Airbnb
16:30 Building a lifestyle through travel and rentals
22:10 The rise of mid-term rentals
29:40 Scaling rentals across multiple states
36:20 Creative financing strategies
42:30 Lessons from years of real estate investing
48:00 Advice for new investors


Guest Bio

Zeona McIntyre is a real estate investor, author, and short-term rental expert. She has built a portfolio of rental properties across multiple states using strategies such as Airbnb, mid-term rentals, and creative financing. Zeona is also the author of the BiggerPockets book “30-Day Stay: A Real Estate Investor’s Guide to Mastering the Medium-Term Rental.” She is passionate about helping others achieve financial freedom while designing a lifestyle that allows them to travel and live intentionally.

Zeona’s books :
https://www.amazon.com/30-Day-Stay-Investors-Mastering-Medium-Term/dp/1947200828

https://thecreativecloser.substack.com/

Connect with Zeona Mclntyre

Website: https://www.zeonamcintyre.com/
Instagram: http://instagram.com/zeonamcintyre/

CONNECT WITH LAUNCH REI

Newsletter: https://newsletter.launchrei.co
Podcast Guest Application: https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/
Mastermind: https://launchrei.co/mastermind
YouTube: youtube.com/@LaunchREI
Website: https://launchrei.co

Follow Vince

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincecrane_/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincecrane


#launchrei
#zeonamcintyre
#airbnbinvesting
#shorttermrentals
#mi

How does someone earning just $9.20 per hour build a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio and retire in their 40s?

In this episode of the Launch REI Podcast, Vince sits down with real estate investor Brian Tibbs, who achieved financial freedom through extreme discipline, smart real estate investing, and a strategy he calls The Hacker Method.

Join the Launch REI Newsletter for weekly real estate investing insights:
https://newsletter.launchrei.co

Brian shares how he started investing at 19 years old, bought multiple duplexes with almost no money, and built a portfolio that eventually funded a life of international mission work for over 16 years. From house hacking to creative financing, Brian explains how anyone, even with a modest income can begin building wealth through real estate.

If you think you need a high salary to invest in real estate, this episode will completely change your perspective.

In this episode, we break down

• How Brian built a multimillion-dollar portfolio while earning just $9.20/hour
• The power of house hacking and eliminating housing costs early
• How saving 40% of income accelerated his path to financial freedom
• Creative ways he purchased his first duplexes with very little money
• The mindset shift required to avoid the consumer lifestyle trap
• The real estate opportunities that emerged during the 2008 financial crash
• How Brian built properties that now generate $50K–$70K in annual cash flow
• Why real estate has consistently appreciated for over 80 years
• The framework behind Brian's investing system: The Hacker Method
• Advice for anyone who believes they “can’t afford to invest yet.


Time stamps

00:00 Introduction to Brian Tibbs
00:30 Building wealth while earning $9.20 per hour
01:37 Buying the first duplex at 19 years old
04:00 Creative strategies used to acquire early properties
06:50 Building a 10-unit portfolio by age 26
09:05 Selling properties before the 2008 crash
10:02 Moving overseas and starting a nonprofit
12:03 The Hacker Method explained
15:28 Advice for low-income earners wanting to invest
19:43 Navigating the 2008 financial crisis
21:29 A real estate deal that now generates $50K+ per year
23:05 Brian’s outlook on the 2026 housing market
25:02 Why real estate historically keeps rising in value


Guest Bio

Brian Tibbs is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and author of The Hacker Method. He achieved financial freedom in his 40s despite earning an average of just $9.20 per hour by aggressively investing in real estate and saving 40% of his income. Brian began buying duplexes at age 19 and built a portfolio that eventually allowed him and his family to spend over 16 years living overseas doing nonprofit and community development work. Today he continues investing while teaching others how to build wealth through disciplined real estate investing.

Connect with Brian Tibbs

Website: https://ww.theunexpectedinvestor.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/unexpectedinvestor

Connect with LAUNCH REI

Newsletter: https://newsletter.launchrei.co
Podcast Guest Application: https://launchrei.co/podcast/guest-apply/
Mastermind: https://launchrei.co/mastermind
YouTube: youtube.com/@LaunchREI
Website: https://launchrei.co

Follow Vince

Instagram: https://www.ins