Deal Junkies - A Real Estate Podcast

Episode 60: Time Freedom with Gabriel Hamel

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 podcast. They trade stories about their journeys, the big wins, and the key moments that got them to where they are today. Gabriel’s built a real estate empire through creative seller financing, but his real achievement is gaining total time freedom. If you're ready to hear how he did it—and maybe how you can too—this one’s for you.
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Episode 59: Mike’s Biggest Purchase Ever

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. The guys dig into the details of how he’s navigating the deal, from closing to the challenges of repurposing the property. Plus, they talk about some other deals in the pipeline, offering insights into how they’re growing their portfolios and tackling new opportunities.
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Episode 58: Economic Impacts on Deals

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 from the Fed rate cut and what it means for getting financing, to first-time homebuyer down payment assistance programs. They also dive into how the political landscape is influencing real estate, the rise of build-for-sale and build-for-rent models, and the state of the rental market. 
 
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Episode 57: Big Lawsuits & Big Deals

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 lawsuit for a company he’s never even heard of! After the legal drama, the guys dive into some exciting real estate deals they’re working on right now. 
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Episode 56: How Trevor Lost $800,000

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 learned, and the importance of good partnerships and proper financial management. The Junkies hope that by sharing these hard-earned insights, they can help others avoid similar pitfalls, unlike Trevor, who was warned by Gabe... but didn't listen and still went and lost a bunch of money.
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Episode 55: How to Find Real Estate Deals

In this episode, the junkies break down the essential strategies for finding—or more importantly, creating—real estate deals. They’ll cover how to spot opportunities others miss, leverage off-market deals, and think outside the box to make deals happen. If you're looking for ways to kickstart or scale your real estate investing, this is a must-listen for practical tips and insights from the pros.
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Episode 54: Landmark Decisions and the Deal Mike Stole...

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 team reveals how Mike managed to swipe a prime real estate deal right from under their noses... tune in to hear how friendships and hearts get broken. 

Episode 53: Mastering the Art of Repositioning in Real Estate

In this episode of Deal Junkies, the junkies dives into one of the most powerful strategies in real estate: repositioning properties. The junkies break down the key differences between property management and asset management and how each plays a crucial role in repositioning a property for maximum returns. Learn how to identify value-add opportunities, from strategic renovations to rent adjustments, and discover how to use creative financing to transform underperforming properties into high-performing assets.
 
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Episode 52: How to Avoid Common Real Estate Mistakes

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 share personal stories of missteps, lessons learned, and how to avoid these traps in your own journey. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with real-world experiences. Because let’s face it—the only way to truly learn is to fail, and then make sure you never make the same mistake again.

Episode 51: From Classroom to Capital with Dane Fitch

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 journey from financial dependence to success in real estate and hard money lending, including his early challenges, lessons learned, and the shift to Airbnb rentals. Tune in to hear about his personal stories, the importance of resilience and cash flow, and his passion for creating wealth and a legacy of generosity.