We’re back with High Stakes Deals! Today, Brandon and Greg sit down with the incomparable Ryan Garland, CEO and owner of Pradyme. They dive into the importance of building a strong, dependable team, how the COVID-19 pandemic exposed what was and wasn’t working in business, and the key differences between retail investors and institutional heavyweights. Packed with valuable insights—you won’t want to miss this episode!

With Brandon out on dad duty, Greg and Kory take the mic for a no-holds-barred conversation about real estate, the economy, tariffs, and more. When’s the best time to buy a home? How much money is too much money? From minimum wage and politics to the simplest way to become the mayor of Los Angeles—nothing is off the table in this special episode of High Stakes Deals!

Today, Brandon and Greg are in the studio with Andrew Walsh—a Title Rep and fitness influencer—to dive into the world of escrow, buying, selling, and everything in between. They discuss the power of social media, the delicate balance between work and family, and tackle the age-old question: "Which is more important—sales or marketing?"

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Brandon and Greg are back to break down the financial side of becoming a successful property investor. They dive into everything from down payments and the differences between commercial and residential lending to the power of your inner circle. Plus, they explore passive partnerships, investor splits, leveraging assets, and the fiduciary responsibilities every real estate investor should know.

Tune in for the nitty-gritty details that can take your investing game to the next level! 🎧🔥

Brandon, Greg, and Kory are back for Season 2 of High Stakes Deals! It’s a new year, a new season, and 2025 is off to the races with fresh business deals, a new administration, and wild weather. This episode was filmed in the aftermath of LA’s most disastrous wildfire season on record, as the team discusses emergency responses, insurance, and the critical importance of mental and physical health in challenging times. They’re also diving into the final stretch of escrow on their new 55-unit complex and what’s next for that exciting project. After this special episode, they’ll be getting back to regularly scheduled programming—so buckle up for another season of High Stakes Deals!

In this episode, the hosts sit down with Rudy Gomez of Acquire'd to discuss a wide range of topics including money, patents, business, and selling houses. They also take a deep dive into the business of wholesaling homes and its unique business model, highlighting the crucial importance of networking and mentorship. Listeners will enjoy this episode packed with valuable insights and gems!

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In this episode, hosts Brandon LaCascio and Greg Foster sit down with Jason Weilee, an apartment investor and the Director of Investor Relations for Houston-based Rockstar Capital. With over 4,600 doors under management in the Houston area, Rockstar Capital is a prominent investment and management firm.

Tune in as they explore Rockstar's impressive $190 million retail investor portfolio, the costs associated with flipping apartment units between renters, the significance of a centralized management team, and the implications of market shifts concerning interest and cap rates. This episode is packed with valuable insights and information. Enjoy!

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Today, we're chatting with our friend Blair Thompson, a SoCal real estate broker and project manager. We cover everything from flipping houses to brokering deals, tackling construction site challenges, and the importance of maintaining an abundant mindset. Plus, we dive into the differences between housing flips and traditional investment properties. This episode is packed with gems. Enjoy! Follow High Stakes Deals ⁠https://www.instagram.com/highstakesdeals/⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@mrlocascio Follow Brandon ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrlocascio/⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@mrlocascio Follow Greg https://www.instagram.com/gregfoster444