Hosted by chrismerzre · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 27 episodes
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chrismerzre hosts REI University, a business show with 27 episodes published.
In this episode, Portland developer Arthur Ryapolov of August Development joins the Portland REI Meetup to share his raw, unfiltered path from washing dishes at weddings and flipping cars out of his dad's wrecking yard t
In this episode, Chris pulls back the curtain on the winding road that led to Rama Capital's latest multifamily deal — from a chance encounter on a golf course that changed his life, to playing polo with a 5,000-unit dev
In this podcast, Jason James, a Portland-based real estate investor and owner of That 1 Painter Oregon, shares how he built a real estate portfolio across four different states while living in Oregon. He breaks down out-
In this episode, Dane McKinney, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Stack Asset Group, shares how he built a $30M real estate portfolio by age 26 through creative investing, capital structuring, and smart dealmaking.
In this episode, Cliff Johnson, founder of PadSplit and co-founder of Vacasa, shares how he turned innovation into impact—scaling from startup success to transforming the affordable housing landscape. He reveals how shar
In this episode: Marla Gomez shares how she scaled from 1 door to 7 in under a year using tech skills, creative financing, and design-driven strategy, all while balancing a full-time career and family. She dives into boo
In this episode, Dwight Schwabs shares his incredible journey in real estate investing, revealing the strategies, lessons, and mindset that have shaped his 35-year career. From market insights to personal stories, Dwight
In this episode, real estate investor and entrepreneur Trevor Howard joins Chris Merz to share his journey from building a multimillion-dollar portfolio in his early twenties to losing it all—and coming back even stronge
In this episode, real estate investor and educator Shona Lepis joins Chris Merz to share how she built lasting cash flow through mid-term rentals. They dive into her 16+ year journey in buy-and-hold investing, the shift
Discover the mindset, strategies, and lessons Sorcha Porter used to build a successful investing business in today’s competitive market.
In this episode, builder and developer Eric Thompson joins Chris Merz to dive deep into the world of middle housing and infill investing—and how overlooked city lots can become the foundation for scalable, community-focu
In this episode, Mel Dorman shares how she went from being a social worker with $500 to owning 34 rental units using seller financing. Recorded live at the Portland REI Meetup, this conversation dives into creative finan
In this episode, artist and entrepreneur Paul Troiano joins Chris Merz to share how he's transforming empty office spaces into vibrant creative hubs. They explore the intersection of art, community, and real estate—and h
In this episode, join real estate investor and private money lender Rob Harden as he reveals the key strategies that helped him grow beyond 28 rental properties. Rob shares what worked, what didn’t, and how creative fina
In this episode, we're diving deep into two of the most powerful strategies in real estate investing: seller financing and off-market acquisitions. Join us as we sit down with Jeff Stephens, an experienced investor and e
In this episode, Derek Sherell takes us through the world of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) – compact, efficient homes that are changing the housing landscape. He shares his expertise on the design, construction, and im
In this episode of Commercial & Residential Real Estate Guide, real estate expert Brad Contreras shares his top negotiation strategies for closing the best deals. Learn how to source, negotiate, and secure winning deals
In this episode, we talk with real estate expert Andrew Freed about how to invest smarter in multifamily properties. Andrew shares practical tips on finding good deals, securing financing, and building wealth through rea
Embark on a journey through Paul’s extensive expertise in commercial real estate investing, understanding both the rewarding opportunities and the potential pitfalls. Gain valuable insights into the current commercial an
In this episode, Gabe Johansen shares his personal story of overcoming addiction and how he channeled his experiences into a thriving real estate career. Learn how he built an impressive portfolio and the lessons he lear
Jason James
Superintendent · Shawnee Public Schools
1 appearance on this show
Eric Thompson
Motorsport correspondent · Oregon Homeworks
1 appearance on this show
Mel Dorman
Founder of Seller Financing Academy
1 appearance on this show
Jeff Stephens
Author
1 appearance on this show
Andrew Freed
Freedom Management
1 appearance on this show
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