Tech Guys Who Invest Podcast

Turning your RSUs into IOUs

In this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, Kevin advises you on how you can get paid multiple times with your restricted stock units (RSUs)! Kevin details the reasons and benefits of turning your RSUs into an IOU. He introduces you to the idea of borrowing against your stock portfolio and using that loan as a means of acquiring an income-producing asset. Discussed in this episode: • RSUs • IOUs • Borrowing against your stock portfolio • LTV

Funding Real Estate with your 401(k)

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, Kevin shares his insight on how you can use your 401(k) to invest in real estate!  Kevin explains many ways you can take money out of 401 (k) and use it to invest in real estate.   He emphasizes the importance of SDIRA for taking your 401 (k) and using it for real estate investments.  Discussed in this episode:  Investing in 401(k)  How to use 401(k) to invest in real estate  Max contribution  3 ways to take the money out from 401(k)  B...

Welcome to TGWI 2.0 - The Good and Bad of Passive Investing

Welcome back to the Tech Guys Who Invest Podcast! In this episode, Kevin shares some major updates with the show and what to expect moving forward. Kevin also shares 3 essential good and bad things about passive investing that investors should think about before deciding on becoming a passive investor. For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/good-bad

How To Go From Selling Rolls-Royces To Financial Freedom

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Matt Dunn, a former successful Rolls-Royce salesman who is now a financially-free multifamily real estate investor who travels the country in an RV with his family.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/matt-dunn

High-Performance Habits Of The Super Successful

On this powerful episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, Trevor McGregor shares actionable steps and profound concepts that he coaches to elite performers. Trevor provides a priceless amount of value on this episode and we know you will love the knowledge he shares!    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/trevor-mcgregor

Balance

This episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, is a different format than usual. Adam is solo on this episode, as Kevin has embarked on some well-deserved travel. Adam talks about the importance of balance in life and investing. For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/balance

Real Facts About Real Estate Title

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Richard Jensen and Staci Hannebrink from Accurate group about real estate titles. Titles can be confusing for new investors and understanding them is an important part of smart investing. We unpack it and help you understand it in simple straightforward language that we can all understand.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/accurate-group

What Are Your Net Profits?

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk about the realistic profits of real estate investing and why some of the embellished numbers you hear from bragging investors may not be the true picture.     For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/net-profits

How Real Estate Can Buy You Time

Kent Ritter shares why he chose real estate investing over retirement, why downsizing from his Dream House was one of the best moves he’s made and how his career as a management consultant helped him in real estate. On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to apartment syndicator Kent Ritter about all of this and more!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/kent-ritter

Unexpected Opportunities

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we discuss how taking action and hustling will yield opportunities, sometimes in unexpected places. This episode contains a recent example of an opportunity that revealed itself to Adam, as a result of him taking action years earlier. We see how Adam overcame a lack of resources to push forward.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/unexpected-opportunities

Attracting A-list Investors

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Nico Salgodo, a former Spanish teacher who is now a multifamily real estate investor. Nico is a regular guy, just like us, who proves that you don’t have to have a high income to grow wealth through real estate.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/nico-salgado

Free Yourself From Fomo

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we cover the topic of rising home prices, how to protect yourself from the risk of speculative buying, and if now is a bad time to buy real estate.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/fomo-freedom

Passive Wealth Principles

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Taylor Loht about principles of passively investing in real estate. We discuss timing and if now is a good time to invest, how the current money printing and hot real estate market are affecting investing and how someone with a day job can passively invest. We think you’ll love this show!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/taylor-loht

Building Wealth With Your W2

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, Kevin is flying solo for the first time in history of the TGWi Podcast. He shares how you can build wealth with your W2.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/w2-wealth

Escaping Communism To Thriving in America

Born in a refugee camp in Thailand after his family escaped the communist regime in Cambodia, he moved to America with nothing, made it into Wharton, went to work for Apple in Silicon Valley, quit Apple to invest in multifamily real estate, and he already has over $100MM AUM. What an amazing story that Eng Taing shares with us on this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/eng-taing

Why my job quit me

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Mechiel Kopaska, who learned to solve real estate problems to enable her to leave her IT job. Mechiel is a great example of someone who took control of her future to live the life she wants by investing in real estate!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/mechiel-kopaska

Getting Schooled On Notes

Eddie Speed is schooling us on note investing on this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest. Note investing has changed over the years and we are now in what some believe to be one of the best times to be a note investor. Eddie explains why and how to position yourself to capitalize on the amazing opportunity ahead. For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/eddie-speed

A+ Profit Through B & C Class Apartments

We talk to David Kamara about facets of investing in apartments to build wealth. He went from tech guy employee to full-time apartment investor and he is partnered with his wife in their investing business. We learn all about his inspiring journey on this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest. For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/david-kamara

IRA Investing With Little Money

We cover how to get started investing using a self-directed IRA (SDIRA) even when you don’t have a lot of money saved yet.    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/IRA-investing-with-little-money

1031 Exchange Simplified

Dave Foster teaches us about the valuable 1031 Exchange tool that real estate investors can use to defer capital gains. Dave helps us understand that it isn’t so daunting once you understand how it works. Dave explains the great benefits that you can receive from using this powerful, but often avoided and misunderstood tool.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/dave-foster

Passive Investing For Yield Generation

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Brian C. Adams about investment alternatives to the stock market, such as commercial real estate, how the current economic client is changing and how investors can thrive through passive real estate investments.    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/brian-adams

We struck Oil!

We talk to Grant Norwood, a seasoned oil investor from Texas. We struck black gold on this episode with all of the things we learned from Grant. He gives us a thorough education on all aspects of investing in oil drilling operations.    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/grant-norwood

Battling Burnout

We cover the experience of feeling burned out and what you can do about it. When burnout happens, there are some things you can do. There are also some things you can do before you reach this point, to prevent it from happening. We cover it all on this episode of the Tech Guys Who Invest!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/battling-burnout

Making Money With Junior Liens

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Martin Saenz about investing in notes and what to know about the note business. We cover the right way to note invest and how note Investing can be made easier. Martin has lots of tips that apply to all types of real estate investing and entrepreneurs.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/martin-saenz

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Investing With Your Left Brain

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Brain Dress, a wealth manager for Left Brain Wealth Management about how to invest in stocks the intelligent way.  For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/brian-dress

A Castle of Protection

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Asset Protection Attorney, Scott Smith.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/scott-smith

How To Find Deals Pt 2 - Active Investors

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we cover how to get prospective deals for active investors. This is part two of a two-part series on how to find deals. We discuss how active real estate investors can find deals. When you’re just getting started, finding deals can be challenging and it can be hard to know where to start. We believe you’ll find this episode helpful in your hunt for potential real estate deals.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/active-deals

Good Deeds Through Note Investing

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Chris Seveney. Chris is a note investor who uses his experience and knowledge to help people out of tough situations as part of his investing approach. We dig into how he does this and how note investing allows him to make money while performing acts of compassion. You’ll learn how an experienced investor uses creativity to be profitable, even during COVID. Additionally, Chris is a W2 guy, just like Kevin and Adam. We discuss how he activel...

How To Find Deals Pt 1 - Passive Investors

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we cover how to get prospective deals for passive investors. Sometimes it can be difficult to know where to look and how to get started finding potential investment opportunities. If you are a passive investor, or want to be, this episode will give you some great ideas on how to find opportunities!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/passive-deals

How To Scam-Proof Your Assets

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Rich Dad Advisor, Garrett Sutton. As one of Robert Kiyosaki’s team members, Garrett has amazing wealth building experience and wisdom to share. We cover the importance of asset protection for everyday investors, maximizing revenue through real estate investing, preparing for the downturn, how the wealthy think about money, and more!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/garrett-sutton

The Great Demographic Shift In The USA

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we discuss the current demographic shift of people in the United States and how that affects where you invest. Useful information for both the passive and active investors out there, we provoke some thought around this important investing factor. We hope you enjoy our show!   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/southern-comfort

How To Invest In The Stock Market

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to stock investor, Andrew Sather. Andrew invests in the stock market and teaches others how to build wealth by investing in the stock market. He approaches investing different than other stock investors who we’re familiar with. We love exposing you to varying approaches and ideas around investing, so we think you’ll learn some interesting things from Andrew in this episode.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/andrew-sath...

Disadvantages of Mortgages and Multifamily Investments

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, Kevin and Adam discuss disadvantages of the assets they each invest in. Adam covers some disadvantages of investing in multifamily and Kevin shares disadvantages of note investing. Every investment asset class has advantages and disadvantages. You don’t always hear about the downside, but we encourage investors to fully educate themselves on the pros and the cons of what they invest in.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/disadv...

Creating Cashflow Through Paper Assets

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Fred Moskowitz all about note investing. We unpack the advantages of note investing, how to create cashflow using notes, how to get started, note due diligence, and much more!    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/fred-moskowitz

Why We Stopped Contributing To Our 401k

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, Adam and Kevin share why they stopped contributing to their 401k’s. Many people think a 401k is what they should be doing to save for retirement. In reality, that plan sets you up for a life of scarcity in your later years. Investing for cashflow sets you up for a life of freedom and abundance. We discuss more on this episode.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/401k-contributions

Building an Empire With a Small Axe

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Nico Salgodo, a former Spanish teacher who is now a multifamily real estate investor. Nico is a regular guy, just like us, who proves that you don’t have to have a high income to grow wealth through real estate. For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/nico-salgado

Advantages of Trading Forex

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Etienne Crete about Forex trading. Forex, or foreign exchange trading, involves trading currencies. Etienne has achieved financial independence through Forex trading and he shares insights with us about this type of investing.   About our guest Etienne Crete is a swing trader who helps aspiring Forex traders develop a trading method that works for them so they can produce income, allowing them to live with more freedom.  From Montreal...

Goals For 2021 & Why Goals Are Important

On this episode, we share our goals for 2021.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/2021-goals

Insights into Investor Relations

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Travis Watts, Ashcroft Capital’s Director of Investor Relations.    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/travis-watts

Lessons Learned from 2020

On this episode, we share the lessons we’ve learned from this year. We cover investing and life lessons that 2020 has taught us.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/2020-lessons

Raw Land Real Returns

On this episode, we interview a land expert, Mark The Land Geek, about how the business of raw land can produce real returns for investors. Mark explains how an automated system can make cashflowing land investments a very passive real estate investment that pays big!    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/the-land-geek

“No Money Down” Misnomer

On this episode, we talk about the widely used phrase “No Money Down,” and what it really means as an active investor. Sometimes the phrase can be misleading and used as clickbait. We unpack this and give our take as two investors with some experience in this area.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/no-money-down

Secrets of Successful Meetups For Investors

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Adam “AAA” Adams, a well connected investor in the apartment investing space. Adam is an expert at connecting people and adding value to groups, making himself the center of the value network. For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/adam-aaa-adams

Don't Panic

On this episode, we talk about some things that are on our mind with regards to current events and how they pertain to all of us as investors.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/dont-panic

Real Estate On YOUR Terms

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Chris Prefontaine. He explains what real estate on “Your Terms” means. We cover how to make money investing in the current economic environment and how anyone can get started.    For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/chris-prefontaine

How To Be A Gold Collar Investor

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we talk to Pancham Gupta, the host of The Gold Collar Investor Podcast. We unpack how Pancham helps busy professionals invest to create wealth and passive income.   To view the show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/pancham-gupta

Creating Cashflow Through Real Estate

On this episode, we talk about how to create cashflow through investing in real estate. This is from our monthly, free virtual Meetup that we host!   To view the full show notes and sign up to be a part of our next Meetup, head over to tgwipodcast.com/creating-cashflow

How To Create Simple Passive Cashflow

On this episode, we interview a former full-time engineer turned full-time real estate investor, Lane Kawaoka, to learn how he escaped the rat race and how he helps busy professionals create Simple, Passive Cashflow.   For the full show notes head over to tgwipodcast.com/lane-kawaoka

Clarify Your Goals and Establish Investor Identity

On this episode of Tech Guys Who Invest, we discuss step one and two of beginning your real estate investing journey. For those who are ready to take action, get off the sidelines and start taking control of your financial future, it may be confusing where to start. We hope this episode helps!