Join us this week as we rewind to an insightful conversation where Kevin sits down with ADPI’s new Mortgage Branch Manager and Retired Army Veteran, Brad Osterman! Brad dives into his journey from real estate investing to a thriving lending career and shares expert tips on how to maximize the VA loan for servicemembers looking to build wealth through real estate. If you’re a military member aiming for investing success, this episode is a must-listen! Don't miss out—get the inside scoop now!

"I just advise people to make sure you’re making smart decisions when it comes to what your plans are – and consult with a professional lender. The ADPI lenders – we understand residency – we understand across all lending platforms – and we will advise you under the proper legal, moral, and ethical way to get you where you want to be and to get you the right product."

-Brad Osterman

Here are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:

• Brad’s Real Estate Beginnings
• Short Term Rental Financing
• Why Use Your VA Loan?
• Understanding VA Loan Eligibility
• The Importance of Having Knowledgeable Lending Experts

Connect with Brad

• Website

Do you want to join a community of like-minded Military Real Estate Investors offering real estate education that actually works while celebrating camaraderie, and competition, and fostering a spirit of support?

Introducing ADPI Campus™ - the premiere platform and online space for Military Real Estate Investors worldwide! Podcast listeners can JOIN ADPI CAMPUS FOR FREE now and get in on the action!

Helpful Resources

Connect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

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In this can’t-miss throwback episode, Kevin and special guest co-host Chris Lockwood sit down with Joe Riley of Patriot Family Homes, who reveals how he transformed a simple house hack into a booming nationwide short-term rental empire! From the pros and cons to the nitty-gritty details, we cover it all. Whether you’re just dipping your toes into the short-term rental game or already have a few properties in your portfolio, this episode is packed with insights that will take your STR business to the next level! Don’t miss out—tune in now!

"Don't undervalue your asset...that's the biggest mistake I see over and over again. If you consistently chase 100% occupancy, you're going to end up selling yourself short."

Here are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:

• Figure out how to turn everyday things into cash-flowing assets
• If you have an STR, don't sell yourself short to achieve 100% occupancy
• Use software like PriceLabs to help adjust and track your pricing models
• Buy, Manage, and Arbitrage - the 3 ways to get started in STRs
• STRs offer much more flexibility than traditional rental units (and cash flow more too)!

Honorable Mentions & Useful Links

• PriceLabs

Connect with Joe:

• Website
• Email

Do you want to join a community of like-minded Military Real Estate Investors offering real estate education that actually works while celebrating camaraderie, and competition, and fostering a spirit of support?

Introducing ADPI Campus™ - the premiere platform and online space for Military Real Estate Investors worldwide! Podcast listeners can JOIN ADPI CAMPUS FOR FREE now and get in on the action!

Helpful Resources

Connect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

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This week, we’re revisiting an incredible episode where Kevin chats with ADPI’s Military Multifamily Academy Hero and Marine veteran, Ryan Himmighoefer! Ryan shares his inspiring journey into real estate, starting with single-family homes and scaling up to mobile home parks. Tune in to hear how Ryan’s path to success is growing—and how you can follow in his footsteps! Don’t miss this powerful episode packed with actionable insights!

"I’m wishing I had partnered up sooner. Team is everything. Actually finding people with similar goals, upstanding moral character, and that I want to work with and working with them – it has made life so much easier."

-Ryan Himmighoefer

Here are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:

• Beginning Real Estate While Active Duty
• How a Property Manager Can Make Your Life Easier
• Getting Over the First-Timer Investor Jitters
• Why You Need to Find Your “Superpower”
• There’s No “I” in “Team”

Honorable Mentions & Useful Links

• Rich Dad Poor Dad
• The Speed of Trust

Connect with Ryan

• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• ADPI Facebook Group
• Telegram

Do you want to join a community of like-minded Military Real Estate Investors offering real estate education that actually works while celebrating camaraderie, and competition, and fostering a spirit of support?

Introducing ADPI Campus™ - the premiere platform and online space for Military Real Estate Investors worldwide! Podcast listeners can JOIN ADPI CAMPUS FOR FREE now and get in on the action!

Helpful Resources

Connect with the ADPI: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Please Subscribe, Rate, & Review on Apple Podcasts

Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of the Active Duty Passive Income Podcast! If the information shared in these weekly interviews has inspired you to pursue your dreams of financial independence, please do me a personal favor and head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to our show, and leave us a 5-star review.

Support the Show.