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2 days ago
In this episode, we sit down with Riley Bishop from Easy Street Capital, one of the nation’s top DSCR and hard money lenders. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just getting your feet wet in real estate, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss. Riley pulls back the curtain on creative lending solutions, how investors are navigating today’s challenging markets, and why DSCR loans are becoming a game-changer—especially for those maxed out on conventional lending. From his own experience as a real estate agent and investor to the trends shaping the future—think ADUs, short-term rentals, and regional hot spots—Riley offers a front-row seat to what’s working now.
You’ll learn:
- Why capital is more accessible than you think
- How Easy Street underwrites short-term rental projections
- Where successful investors are putting their money today
- How brokers can partner with Easy Street Capital through their white-label program
🎧 Tap in to hear how the smartest investors are preparing for the next real estate wave—and how you can too.
Visit easystreetcap.com or reach out to Riley directly at RileyB@easystreetcap.com for more information.
2 days ago
2 days ago
In this episode, we sit down with Riley Bishop from Easy Street Capital, one of the nation’s top DSCR and hard money lenders. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just getting your feet wet in real estate, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss. Riley pulls back the curtain on creative lending solutions, how investors are navigating today’s challenging markets, and why DSCR loans are becoming a game-changer—especially for those maxed out on conventional lending. From his own experience as a real estate agent and investor to the trends shaping the future—think ADUs, short-term rentals, and regional hot spots—Riley offers a front-row seat to what’s working now.
You’ll learn:
- Why capital is more accessible than you think
- How Easy Street underwrites short-term rental projections
- Where successful investors are putting their money today
- How brokers can partner with Easy Street Capital through their white-label program
🎧 Tap in to hear how the smartest investors are preparing for the next real estate wave—and how you can too.
Visit easystreetcap.com or reach out to Riley directly at RileyB@easystreetcap.com for more information.
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
What does it take to not only survive but thrive through the dot-com bust, the 2008 crash, and a global pandemic? In this episode, Eddie Wilson sits down with Marco Castaneda — National Sales Director at Velocity Mortgage Capital — to hear the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how a small startup grew into a publicly traded powerhouse in private lending.
Whether you're a mom-and-pop investor with a few rentals or scaling into multifamily and commercial, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. We talk market trends, the future of lending, why capital access is everything, and how Velocity is gearing up for a strong run in the next few years.
💡 If you're an investor looking to line up funding, understand market shifts, or just love a good origin story — this one’s for you.
For more information about Velocity Mortgage Capital, visit velocitymortgage.com. If you would like to reach out to Marco directly, you can do so by e-mailing him at mcastaneda@velocitymortgage.com
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
What does it take to not only survive but thrive through the dot-com bust, the 2008 crash, and a global pandemic? In this episode, Eddie Wilson sits down with Marco Castaneda — National Sales Director at Velocity Mortgage Capital — to hear the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how a small startup grew into a publicly traded powerhouse in private lending.
Whether you're a mom-and-pop investor with a few rentals or scaling into multifamily and commercial, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. We talk market trends, the future of lending, why capital access is everything, and how Velocity is gearing up for a strong run in the next few years.
💡 If you're an investor looking to line up funding, understand market shifts, or just love a good origin story — this one’s for you.
For more information about Velocity Mortgage Capital, visit velocitymortgage.com. If you would like to reach out to Marco directly, you can do so by e-mailing him at mcastaneda@velocitymortgage.com
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
In this episode of the Think Realty Podcast, we sit down with Chihiro Kurokawa from ZT Corporate, a firm that has built a powerhouse investment strategy by combining healthcare, auto dealerships, real estate, and private equity. Chihiro shares how ZT Corporate navigates market shifts, why they prioritize directly operating their investments, and how their unique capital-raising approach sets them apart.
We also dive into:
✅ The evolution of ZT Corporate from stock trading to multi-industry investments
✅ Why freestanding emergency rooms and auto dealerships are key pillars of their strategy
✅ How they acquired a $47M hotel portfolio with zero debt risk
✅ The roll-up strategy they use to scale and maximize investor exits If you're an investor looking for insights on private equity, real estate, and high-yield strategies, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Visit ztcorporate.com and learn how they are shaping the future of investment success!
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
In this episode of the Think Realty Podcast, we sit down with Chihiro Kurokawa from ZT Corporate, a firm that has built a powerhouse investment strategy by combining healthcare, auto dealerships, real estate, and private equity. Chihiro shares how ZT Corporate navigates market shifts, why they prioritize directly operating their investments, and how their unique capital-raising approach sets them apart.
We also dive into:
✅ The evolution of ZT Corporate from stock trading to multi-industry investments
✅ Why freestanding emergency rooms and auto dealerships are key pillars of their strategy
✅ How they acquired a $47M hotel portfolio with zero debt risk
✅ The roll-up strategy they use to scale and maximize investor exits If you're an investor looking for insights on private equity, real estate, and high-yield strategies, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Visit ztcorporate.com and learn how they are shaping the future of investment success!
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
What if the key to building a profitable real estate portfolio isn’t just about buying properties—but about managing them the right way? Eddie took a dive deep into the strategies, tools, and insights that can take your portfolio to the next level with Mike Steward from Real Property Management.
What you’ll learn:
- The Four Pillars of Real Estate Investing: Mike breaks down why each pillar is equally critical and how to leverage all four to see the full picture of your investment’s potential.
- Why Property Management makes or breaks your portfolio: The right property management can mean the difference between thriving and barely surviving. Mike explains how Real Property Management helps investors optimize their assets, no matter where they’re located.
- The Wealth Optimizer Platform: Discover the proprietary tool that’s revolutionizing how investors track and grow their portfolios. Mike walks us through how this platform works and why it’s a game-changer for both new and experienced investors.
- Hot Markets to Watch: From Phoenix’s explosive appreciation to hidden gems in smaller rural areas, Mike shares which markets are heating up and where you might want to consider investing next.
- The Future of Real Estate Investing: With interest rates, insurance challenges, and shifting demographics, the real estate landscape is constantly evolving. Mike offers his expert take on where the industry is headed and how you can stay ahead of the curve.
If you’ve ever felt stuck with self-managing your properties, struggled to find a reliable property manager, or wondered how to make smarter investment decisions, this conversation is for you. For more information, visit realpropertymgt.com.
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
What if the key to building a profitable real estate portfolio isn’t just about buying properties—but about managing them the right way? Eddie took a dive deep into the strategies, tools, and insights that can take your portfolio to the next level with Mike Steward from Real Property Management.
What you’ll learn:
- The Four Pillars of Real Estate Investing: Mike breaks down why each pillar is equally critical and how to leverage all four to see the full picture of your investment’s potential.
- Why Property Management makes or breaks your portfolio: The right property management can mean the difference between thriving and barely surviving. Mike explains how Real Property Management helps investors optimize their assets, no matter where they’re located.
- The Wealth Optimizer Platform: Discover the proprietary tool that’s revolutionizing how investors track and grow their portfolios. Mike walks us through how this platform works and why it’s a game-changer for both new and experienced investors.
- Hot Markets to Watch: From Phoenix’s explosive appreciation to hidden gems in smaller rural areas, Mike shares which markets are heating up and where you might want to consider investing next.
- The Future of Real Estate Investing: With interest rates, insurance challenges, and shifting demographics, the real estate landscape is constantly evolving. Mike offers his expert take on where the industry is headed and how you can stay ahead of the curve.
If you’ve ever felt stuck with self-managing your properties, struggled to find a reliable property manager, or wondered how to make smarter investment decisions, this conversation is for you. For more information, visit realpropertymgt.com.
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
How does a company navigate rapid expansion, market shifts, and industry challenges to become a major player in private lending? Eddie sat down with Kyle Concannon, VP of Product at Constructive Capital, to uncover the story behind their explosive growth, strategic pivots, and what’s next for the lending space.
What you’ll learn:
- A journey through market changes – How Constructive Capital launched right before COVID and adapted during one of the most unpredictable times in financial history.
- Scaling a lending powerhouse – The key strategies behind their rapid expansion and what differentiates them in a competitive industry.
- Industry insights and future trends – What’s happening in the private lending space right now, and how investors and lenders can stay ahead.
- Adapting to change – From rising interest rates to shifting borrower needs, how Constructive Capital continues to evolve and innovate.
For more information, visit constructiveloans.com
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
How does a company navigate rapid expansion, market shifts, and industry challenges to become a major player in private lending? Eddie sat down with Kyle Concannon, VP of Product at Constructive Capital, to uncover the story behind their explosive growth, strategic pivots, and what’s next for the lending space.
What you’ll learn:
- A journey through market changes – How Constructive Capital launched right before COVID and adapted during one of the most unpredictable times in financial history.
- Scaling a lending powerhouse – The key strategies behind their rapid expansion and what differentiates them in a competitive industry.
- Industry insights and future trends – What’s happening in the private lending space right now, and how investors and lenders can stay ahead.
- Adapting to change – From rising interest rates to shifting borrower needs, how Constructive Capital continues to evolve and innovate.
For more information, visit constructiveloans.com