The Flip Talk Podcast with Don Costa
Business & Economics Podcasts
Are you looking to build a business around your passion and make the income you want without having to sacrifice all your free time to do it? Do you want straightforward and helpful advice without all the fluff? As the real estate industry grows, it gets harder to find coaches who've been through it all and have knowledge backed by years (or decades) of experience.
Flip Talk with Don Costa is a no BS podcast that gives real actionable information that you can use to start or grow your real estate business. No fluff, no bull, and no so-called "experts". Just real knowledge, tips and tricks from the guys who actually flip houses every day!
Flip Talk is the podcast for those thinking about getting into real estate. It supports people who want to get more traction for their business and experts who want to stay in the know with current trends in the market. The real estate industry is vast, and it can take a while to find the right direction to go in. If you're looking to get started, trying to find the right hires, scaling your business, identifying new marketing tactics, wholesaling, etc., Flip Talk is here to help. Don't let the fear of what you don't know get in the way of you achieving financial freedom.
This show invites guests who share real experiences from the field and fresh insights on what's currently working (and not working) in the real estate world. It's not just about the wins and the fancy cars but also the failures and sacrifices it takes to achieve your real estate and financial goals. Flip Talk offers aspiring real estate entrepreneurs an opportunity to learn from people who provide honest and legitimate perspectives to ensure they're prepared for what's coming.
Each week features informative episodes with actionable insights to help boost and elevate your flipping and wholesaling business. Find out what everyone in the industry is doing, and the tools you need to navigate the ever-changing world of real estate. The show supports entrepreneurs in their real estate business journey, combining years of experience with new trends and information on the market.
Host Don Costa has been in the real estate investing world for over 20 years. During many highs and lows within market cycles, he lost everything. So he started over and compiled those years of experience and wisdom into the nitty-gritty truth about what it's like to fail and what it takes to succeed. It's not easy and it takes hard work. Don is here to guide you through with practical steps and realistic advice on how to avoid many of the mistakes that occur when you first start out and how to make buying and selling real estate a successful business. He will help you achieve your wealth-building goals, find your vision and purpose, live your passion, and build a successful business around it.
If you've ever thought about flipping houses and investing in real estate, you're in the right place. Learn the ins and outs of real estate investing without all the fluff from self-proclaimed "gurus". Get real, practical knowledge from the people who have been doing it daily for years.
Subscribe to weekly episodes for an inside look at successful house-flipping businesses. Learn from real investors who have forged the path to success. Join Don Costa for tips and tricks on how to implement systems while avoiding common and costly mistakes to grow your house-flipping business today!
Join and listen to Flip Talk at https://fliptalk.com!
Location:
United States
Description:
Are you looking to build a business around your passion and make the income you want without having to sacrifice all your free time to do it? Do you want straightforward and helpful advice without all the fluff? As the real estate industry grows, it gets harder to find coaches who've been through it all and have knowledge backed by years (or decades) of experience. Flip Talk with Don Costa is a no BS podcast that gives real actionable information that you can use to start or grow your real estate business. No fluff, no bull, and no so-called "experts". Just real knowledge, tips and tricks from the guys who actually flip houses every day! Flip Talk is the podcast for those thinking about getting into real estate. It supports people who want to get more traction for their business and experts who want to stay in the know with current trends in the market. The real estate industry is vast, and it can take a while to find the right direction to go in. If you're looking to get started, trying to find the right hires, scaling your business, identifying new marketing tactics, wholesaling, etc., Flip Talk is here to help. Don't let the fear of what you don't know get in the way of you achieving financial freedom. This show invites guests who share real experiences from the field and fresh insights on what's currently working (and not working) in the real estate world. It's not just about the wins and the fancy cars but also the failures and sacrifices it takes to achieve your real estate and financial goals. Flip Talk offers aspiring real estate entrepreneurs an opportunity to learn from people who provide honest and legitimate perspectives to ensure they're prepared for what's coming. Each week features informative episodes with actionable insights to help boost and elevate your flipping and wholesaling business. Find out what everyone in the industry is doing, and the tools you need to navigate the ever-changing world of real estate. The show supports entrepreneurs in their real estate business journey, combining years of experience with new trends and information on the market. Host Don Costa has been in the real estate investing world for over 20 years. During many highs and lows within market cycles, he lost everything. So he started over and compiled those years of experience and wisdom into the nitty-gritty truth about what it's like to fail and what it takes to succeed. It's not easy and it takes hard work. Don is here to guide you through with practical steps and realistic advice on how to avoid many of the mistakes that occur when you first start out and how to make buying and selling real estate a successful business. He will help you achieve your wealth-building goals, find your vision and purpose, live your passion, and build a successful business around it. If you've ever thought about flipping houses and investing in real estate, you're in the right place. Learn the ins and outs of real estate investing without all the fluff from self-proclaimed "gurus". Get real, practical knowledge from the people who have been doing it daily for years. Subscribe to weekly episodes for an inside look at successful house-flipping businesses. Learn from real investors who have forged the path to success. Join Don Costa for tips and tricks on how to implement systems while avoiding common and costly mistakes to grow your house-flipping business today! Join and listen to Flip Talk at https://fliptalk.com!
Language:
English
Website:
https://fliptalk.libsyn.com
Episodes
Business Building Lessons From Don Costa
5/2/2024
For this episode, Don Costa flips the script and puts himself in the guest’s hot seat. Together with Thursday guest host Ben, he imparts valuable business building lessons. Don looks back on the early challenges he faced in his real estate investing journey and what it takes to build a highly profitable business. He also discusses the importance of having a strong business mindset, finding the right mentorship, and finding strength during moments of vulnerability.
Duration:00:18:01
Can You Wholesale Houses With your IRA? With Mat Sorensen
4/30/2024
It is possible to use your IRA to get into real estate wholesaling? In this episode, Don Costa answers this question with wealth lawyer and award-winning entrepreneur Mat Sorensen of Directed IRA. He presents how to use your retirement accounts to put your self-directed IRA into action, securing financial freedom for your later years in life. He explains how to effectively work with private money lenders, the right way to avoid Unrelated Business Income Tax, the benefits of putting up an LLC, and how to think outside the box to find more real estate opportunities.
Duration:00:34:05
From Rock Bottom To Real Estate Rockstar: Ben Gaines Takes Over Thursdays On Flip Talk!
4/25/2024
Ever feel stuck? This episode features Ben Gaines, a recovering addict who transformed his life through real estate investing. Listen to his incredible journey, from hitting rock bottom to becoming a successful investor. Ben's also taking the reins as the NEW host of Thursdays on Flip Talk! Tune in to learn his secrets, get inspired, and discover how YOU can overcome your struggles and achieve your dreams.
Duration:00:09:20
Starting Anew And Flipping The Page For The Next Chapter
4/23/2024
The entrepreneurial journey isn’t all peaches and rainbows. If it were easy and straightforward, everyone would be doing it. Even the best of us fall to hard times, and such has been the case for us in 2023. But a true mark of an entrepreneur is the ability to rise from their setbacks and start anew. Starting with this episode, we are unveiling the third season of the podcast, and we’re taking a major shift from what we have been doing before. Tune in and learn what to expect!
Duration:00:13:47
You Can't Rehab Your Way Out Of A Bad Buy With Jason Lavender
3/27/2024
We've got something special in store as we introduce a new addition to the team, the dynamic Jason Lavender. Join us as we follow Jason's impressive journey from a 25-year stint in the painting and remodeling industry to becoming a thriving real estate investor and house flipper. Jason discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his transition, the importance of knowing your numbers in the rehab business, and the key aspects of successful deal financing. He shares valuable insights into leveraging private capital, securing funding, and the fundamental principles that drive his successful business. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this episode is packed with actionable advice. Get ready to elevate your real estate game with Jason Lavender on Flip Talk!
Duration:00:17:49
Scaling Your Business With Forefront CRM: Systemizing Your Business And Maximizing Your Profit With Gavin Timms
5/16/2023
Forefront CRM is a game changer for businesses looking to streamline their sales process and increase revenue. By automating key tasks, tracking leads, and providing a robust follow-up system, Forefront CRM empowers sales teams to work smarter, not harder. In this episode, Don Costa sits with Gavin Timms, a real estate investor and coach, to talk about how using Forefront CRM can improve your sales process and increase your revenue. Together, they share their experiences with using Forefront CRM and why it's become their go-to tool for managing leads, appointments, negotiations, contracts, and follow-ups. They discuss the key features of Forefront CRM that make it stand out from other CRM systems, including its visual appeal, user-friendly interface, automation capabilities, and robust follow-up system. They also provide practical tips and strategies for using Forefront CRM to scale your business and increase profitability. Tune in and learn more about this game changer tool to systemize and make more dollars!
Duration:00:13:59
Learning The Ropes Through Real Estate Coaching With JD Monroe And Melissa Haworth
4/11/2023
The world of real estate can be challenging to navigate. But if you know the ins and outs, real estate can be quite a profitable industry to cash into. In today’s episode, real estate veterans JD Monroe and Melissa Haworth walk us through how to be better real estate investors through coaching programs and learning from those who have made it big in the industry. Listen in and find out how any real estate investor can take their business to the next level.
Duration:00:18:26
Creative Financing For Real Estate Investors With Jeff Rappaport And Rebecca Jensen
4/4/2023
Creative financing is a great way of acquiring property for real estate investors. Additionally, it’s ideal for property owners seeking to get their houses sold more quickly. In today’s episode, Jeff Rappaport and Rebecca Jensen of We Offer Options demystify the world of creative financing and make it easier to understand. Tune in to find out how to finance properties outside of the traditional banks and credit unions and still make bank on your investments.
Duration:00:38:24
Michael Fichman On How To Keep The Ball Rolling In Your Real Estate Investing Business
3/28/2023
Thriving in real estate requires you to be wise and up on your feet at all times. But if you find it hard to keep the ball rolling, perhaps you need to reach out to other experienced people for help. In this episode, Michael Fichman shares how finding the right mentorship has helped him shorten the learning curve and keep a consistent real estate growth. He explains how complementing an effective mentor with the eagerness to learn leads to career goals being achieved in the easiest ways possible. Michael also shares marketing strategies for accomplishing big checks and building solid business partnerships. Tune in to this episode and discover how to keep your head in the real estate game.
Duration:00:18:51
Understanding The Real Estate Market Cycle And Identifying Profitable Opportunities With Eddie Speed
3/21/2023
Real estate investing is not just about buying properties. It is also about identifying profitable opportunities, building a solid foundation, and leveraging investments for long-term success. Don Costa sits down with seasoned investor Eddie Speed who shares his cool strategies in real estate. As someone who has weathered the market's ups and downs, Eddie's advice and insights are truly valuable in building confidence when negotiating and closing deals. He also shares his experiences navigating multiple marketing cycles, the anatomy of a good note, and his investing strategy for the current market.
Duration:00:28:44
How To Build A Fruitful Real Estate Partnership With Sterling Garns
3/14/2023
In this episode, Sterling Garns, Co-Founder of Garns Holdings LLC and a successful investor, joins Don Costa to talk about his real estate journey and share the keys to his success. He explores how he forged a virtual real estate partnership despite living in different states, which has led to great achievements for them both. Sterling shares how they complement each other's strengths and what makes a strong and healthy business partnership. He also touches on off-market deals and offers advice to those struggling with it. Tune in as we explore Sterling's incredible journey to help you succeed in building the right partnerships.
Duration:00:33:16
Diving Deep Into Virtual Investing With Lauren Hardy
3/7/2023
We miss so many opportunities in real estate investing because of our perceived distance. We either limit ourselves to properties within a certain radius or give up altogether because of the time and effort it takes. If this dilemma sounds familiar to you, then you’ll find virtual investing a great solution. In this episode, real estate investor Lauren Hardy shows how you can invest anytime, anywhere at just the tip of your fingertips. She takes us across her own real estate journey, sharing her first few deals and how she eventually took on the virtual mindset. Digging deeper, Lauren then talks about virtual wholesaling and flipping. She breaks down some of the challenges she had to overcome and shares what has made her successful throughout it all. Join Lauren as she shows how success in this industry is not beyond arm’s reach. In fact, you can just grab it.
Duration:00:32:29
Flipping Houses And Making Money: Learn The Best Real Estate And Passive Income Tactics With Sam Primm
2/28/2023
Want to learn some valuable and exclusive real estate and passive income tactics? In this episode, Sam Primm shares his real estate journey and how he realized that there is no ceiling to the money he can make through flipping houses! Sam shares how to analyze the market and leverage on your assets to get the best deals. Sam explains how your mindset, attitude, and ethics also play a huge role in your journey. He also touches on partnership, brand building, making connections, and more! Tune in and see what fits your needs as a growing entrepreneur and real estate investor!
Duration:00:26:04
Senior Housing: Investing In Residential Assisted Living With Isabelle Guarino Smith
2/21/2023
Do you want to invest in the real estate industry but looking for a different new spice in it? Don Costa welcomes Isabelle Guarino Smith on The Flip Talk Podcast. Isabelle, the COO at Residential Assisted Living Academy, dives into investing in residential assisted living. Senior Homes is different than most real estate investment opportunities because it is not just real estate. It is a business. The demand and supply in residential assisted living do not match, and it is a great business investor might want to dive into. Find out more by tuning in to this episode!
Duration:00:26:51
Rent, Resell, And Wholesale: Getting Started On Your Real Estate Journey And Entrepreneurial Life With Ed Peugh
2/14/2023
In this episode we have Ed Peugh, Licensed North Carolina Real Estate Broker and Co-founder of CLT Buyers. Ed Peugh shares his real estate journey and discusses his off-market opportunities for Rehab and Resell, Rehab and Rent, and Wholesale. He shares the biggest lessons he has learned as an entrepreneur and how businesspeople can become better tycoons. Ed also shares exclusive tips and expert advice on jumping into the real estate investing arena or becoming a thriving entrepreneur who can take on any competitor. Tune in now!
Duration:00:18:40
The Fundamentals Of House Flipping With Travis Wilt
2/7/2023
With so much negative and unpredictable news about the current market, how should you start house flipping? Our guest has so much value in his pocket to share today. Travis Wilt, the CEO of MTGW Acquisitions, discusses the fundamentals of house flipping to help you get your real estate game right. He explains why you must convert your leads, the power of doing consistent follow-ups, and the importance of having the right resources and commitment to do it. Travis also reminds everyone to be careful of consuming too much negativity that could mess up your mindset and game plan. Take note of these golden nuggets of wisdom to discover where you can make good money right away!
Duration:00:24:23
The Resources You’ll Need To Jumpstart Your Real Estate Journey With Patrick McGrath
1/31/2023
Real estate is a path – and a long one at that. To be fully equipped for its journey, having monetary resources is not enough. In this episode, Patrick McGrath shares his real estate journey and how he built and continually developed his organization, California RE Investors. Patrick also touches on organizational structures, the real estate market, the value of creating experiences, and more! Tune in now and learn which partnerships to make, which organizations to join or build, and everything else needed for your real estate journey!
Duration:00:18:09
Lee Waldrop: Creating A Real Estate Empire With Revitalize Realty
1/24/2023
Lee Waldrop always wanted to build an ecosystem that can revitalize the community and do something good. That is why he founded Revitalize Realty. Alongside his team, he manages Revitalize Construction, Revitalize Heating & Air, and so much more. It does get tiring but that doesn't stop him because of his drive for revitalization. Join Don Costa as he talks to Lee Waldrop about how he grew and scaled his business. Discover how he started doing creative financing, property management, and more. Learn how to get started in real estate and really grow your business.
Duration:00:30:01
Success Secrets On Real Estate Wholesaling With Adam Balsinger
1/17/2023
Real estate wholesaling is indeed a profitable space to be in. But going all out by yourself might not be the best approach to take. Finding the right partners is the key to achieving significant wholesaling success. In this episode, Don Costa interviews Adam Balsinger who shares his inspiring real estate journey. Their conversation focuses on the nitty-gritty parts of wholesaling and syndication skills, emphasizing the most important strategies that lead to desirable results. Adam also drops information bombs on securing the best partnerships, creating the right content, and more. Tune in now and get mentally equipped for your real estate journey!
Duration:00:47:04
This New Secret Weapon Is Fire With Josh Deshong
1/10/2023
Want to know how to change your business significantly down the road? For today’s episode, we’ll be diving into Josh Deshong’s story, including his journey to finding Trelly. Trelly is a company dedicated to helping investors with what they need to find, assess and buy an investment property from anywhere. Tune in now to this episode full of gold nuggets on the real estate market, how to improve your business, how to raise brand awareness, and more!
Duration:00:21:57