Deal Junkies - A Real Estate Podcast

Episode 154: For the Love of Gabe (and Econ)

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio.
The Junkies are back with Sean Williams for round two — but before they get into any real estate talk, they spend the first half of the episode talking about everyone’s favorite topic: Gabe.
Since he’s not in the studio to shut it down, the guys take full advantage and go around sharing what they love most about Gabe — the kind of friend, leader, and investor he is inside and out. It's funny, honest, and borderline emotional (but in a very Junkie way).
Then, in true Deal Junkies fashion, they end the episode with Trevor’s least favorite segment of all time — an economic update from Mike. Yes, charts may have been involved.
It’s chaos, it’s love, it’s real estate… and it’s why you keep coming back.
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Episode 153: Sean Williams’ Origin Story

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio.
In this episode, the Junkies bring on their longtime friend, trusted lender, and maybe soon-to-be partner Sean Williams of Open Door Capital Partners.
Sean shares how he first got into real estate, what led him into the world of hard money lending, and the biggest lessons he’s learned working with investors from every angle of the business. The guys also talk about what’s next — how Sean is scaling up, what deals he’s chasing now, and how the transition from lender to active partner is changing the game.
This one’s full of insight for anyone looking to grow their capital, strengthen their network, and evolve their role in the real estate space.
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Episode 152: The Power of the Room

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This one’s a little bit of everything — classic Junkies chaos — but the heart of the episode is Dane’s talk at last night’s real estate meetup, where he broke down partnerships, joint ventures, and syndications in a way that actually makes sense.
The guys use that as a jumping-off point to talk about something bigger: the value of being in the room. Because as much as books, podcasts, and courses can teach you — nothing will move your investing career forward faster than surrounding yourself with the people who are already doing it.
This episode is your reminder that showing up, shaking hands, and getting in the mix is how deals get done — and how real estate careers are built.
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Episode 151: Growing in a Down Market

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Real estate hasn’t been easy the past few years. The market shifted, interest rates climbed, and a lot of people tapped out. But some didn’t just survive — they grew.
In this episode, the Junkies talk candidly about the tough stretch the market has gone through and how they were still able to scale while others hit pause. They unpack the mindset, moves, and strategies that helped them (and their partners) grow during one of the most challenging periods in real estate.
This one is part reflection, part playbook — and all about what it really takes to grow when the market isn’t on your side.
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Episode 150: Deal Talk, Real Talk

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For our 150th episode, we’re doing what we do best — talking real estate. But this one hits a little deeper.
In this episode, Mike opens up about the deals he’s working on right now, how he’s stepping into the world of syndication, and why this next chapter feels different. From structuring opportunities to building something bigger than just the next acquisition, Mike reflects on what it means to bring people in, help others grow, and do it all with intention.
This isn’t just about units and returns — it’s about legacy, community, and doing work you can be proud of.
Thanks for being with us for 150 episodes. Let’s keep building.
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Episode 149: Social Security Won’t Save You

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Let’s be real — Social Security is not a retirement plan, and by the time many of us get there, it may not even exist.
In this episode, the Junkies break down the cold, hard truth: if you’re counting on the government to fund your retirement, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. They talk about what the numbers actually look like, what happens when the checks stop coming, and why real estate is the most reliable path to financial freedom.
Whether you’re 25 or 55, this episode is your wake-up call to start building assets that will actually support you when you stop working. Because if you don’t own income-producing property, someone else owns your future.
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Episode 148: Why Mike Hates Alex Hormozi

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Trevor bought Alex Hormozi’s latest $6,000 drop — AI tools, scaling frameworks, and access to 200 “free” business books. Mike? Not having it.
In this episode, the Junkies break down whether Hormozi’s offer is brilliant or just a slick marketing funnel. Trevor defends the value, Mike calls it the biggest email grab in modern history, and the crew debates whether tools like this actually move the needle for real estate entrepreneurs.
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Episode 147: Most Likely to Buy Deals

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio.
The Junkies kick this one off with a fun throwback — what they were actually voted most likely to do in high school (and who totally lived up to it). Then they pivot hard into what they do best: breaking down deals.
Trevor brings a 96-unit deal to the table that he’s eyeing, and he wants the crew’s input. They go deep on the numbers, location, financing strategy, and risk factors — everything you’d want to hear when experienced investors analyze a real opportunity in real time.
If you like real deal talk mixed with a little personality, this one’s got both.
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Episode 146: Goal Setters, Deal Getters

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio.
In this episode, the Junkies talk honestly about the goals they’ve hit, what they’re working toward now, and what keeps them moving forward when they reach big milestones.
They share real moments from their journeys, hitting financial goals, getting stuck, pivoting careers, and finding new reasons to keep going. It’s all about staying hungry, setting targets that matter, and leveling up when the old goals aren’t big enough anymore.
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To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.stackassetgroup.com/contact
SRE Meet Up: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/
Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/
SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/

Episode 145: Big Deals, Bigger Pipeline

🎙️ Welcome to the Deal Junkies Podcast – the ultimate resource for real estate investors. Hosted by four experienced investors who’ve closed over $500 million in transactions, this podcast is packed with strategies and stories to help you build wealth and scale your portfolio.
In this episode, the Junkies peel back the curtain and give you a behind-the-scenes look at the best deals they have in the pipeline right now.
You’ll hear what markets they’re targeting, how the deals are structured, and why they’re excited about each one. They also break down the red flags they’ve seen recently and what they’re actively avoiding.
If you’ve ever wanted to hear what top-tier investors are really working on (not just talking about), this episode is packed with insights and action.
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To Buy Your First Deal with Trevor and the Vesta Team Click Here: https://vesta.vestasolutions.net/investors-page
To Discuss Deals and Investment Opportunities Click Here: https://www.stackassetgroup.com/contact
SRE Meet Up: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/23vybByjy6xhRVb9/
Investor Lab Meet Up: https://investorlab.com/events/
SMI Property Management: https://smipropertyowners.com/