In real estate, it’s not just about buying the deal—it’s about surviving what comes after. In this episode, Garrett and Seth break down why being well-capitalized is essential for navigating surprise repairs, vacancies, and major capital improvements. They share hard-earned lessons on how reserves can save a deal and keep your investment afloat. From stronger negotiation power to post-close stability, learn why cash isn’t just king—it’s your safety net.

Quote of the Day:
"Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing." – Warren Buffett

When we lack understanding or dive into decisions blindly, we expose ourselves to unnecessary risk—not because the path is inherently dangerous, but because we haven't equipped ourselves with the knowledge to navigate it. Whether it’s investing, career choices, or life decisions, true risk often stems not from the action itself, but from being unprepared or uninformed. The more we learn, research, and ask questions, the more we reduce uncertainty—and with it, the fear and danger of the unknown.

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Garrett Gatton
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Seth Ciminillo
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Today we show you the formula to be able to make lots of offers with speed and confidence. Knowing these fundamentals will win you more deals which could mean the difference of 10’s of thousands of dollars for your wealth. From who you need on your bench to the type of contract you use, you’ll be able to compete with the most seasoned of investors.

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Garrett Gatton
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What does working in corporate Disney and operating water parks teach you about property management. Join us as we interview James Harhi, founder of Innovative Attraction Management and Thrive Property Group discuss the skillsets needed to operate at a high level in business and real estate. Look behind the scenes about how people make money in amusements parks and the like.

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LinkedIn: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesharhi/
Website: https://www.i-amllc.com/about-us

James' Lil Nugget:
Make a plan every single day! Each morning, take a few minutes to write a to-do list and set clear intentions for what you want to accomplish. By defining your goals upfront, you set yourself up for success.

Start your day with purpose, before the chaos sets in, helps you stay focused. When you solve people's problems, you become the solution, and people love problem solvers.

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Garrett Gatton
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Stop losing money through the 5 areas that go overlooked in your real estate operations. Ross McArthur with Follow the Deal breaks down how you can be more profitable and tighten up your operations. From the cost of a bad tenant to finding the ways you are leaving money on the table through possible income streams this episode will change the way you view your portfolio.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossmcarthur/
Website https://followthedeal.com/
Book recommendation “Let Them” - Mel Robbins

Ross’ Lil Nugget

How important the people around you are cannot be overstated. The right people are key to scaling your business. It’s important to choose individuals whose skillsets complement yours—people who bring something different to the table. Choose team members who make the whole stronger.

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Garrett Gatton
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One of the greatest challenges, we all face as Investors is overcoming our own mental limitations. Stan is someone who learned the hard way about financial literacy. Listen to his story about how real estate taught him the financial principles that many of us miss in traditional education.

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Stan's Lil Nugget:
You don’t have to do everything on your own. There are many people who want to help, work with you, and support you. Don’t be afraid to ask for help—teaming up with others can make things easier and open up new opportunities.

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Garrett Gatton
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Frustrated or confused about getting loans for you next real estate investment? Today we outline some common hang ups to avoid and factors to consider so you can keep buying deals in 2025!

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Garrett Gatton
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You’re in a business and you want to make the jump into real estate investing. What does it take? How do you exit a business? Mario Jaramillo shares his journey from gym owner to real estate investor in Memphis, TN. Now a vertically integrated investment company with an investor friendly construction company, Mario is a great one to learn form.

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Lease Guard - https://leaseguard.com/

Mario's Lil Nugget:
Get to 10- Once you reach 10, it feels almost like magic — the problems that once seemed overwhelming no longer hold the same weight. You experience the same level of stress whether your dealing with 40 or 50, or just 1 or 2. The difference is that after reaching that point, the pressure feels more manageable, and the significance of the challenges seems to diminish.

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Garrett Gatton
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Garrett.gatton@gmail.com

Seth Ciminillo
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Seth.ciminillo@gmail.com

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One of the biggest income drivers and variables in property ownership is tenant management and vacancy rates. Derek Morton shares the most practical advice on offering the best resources and ideas to your tenants that will benefit your tenant base along with keeping vacancies to a minimum.

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Lease Guard

Derek's Lil Nugget:
"Try not to suck, and when you do, just fix it! Always give your best effort, and when things don’t go as planned, take ownership of your mistakes and work to fix them. If you're going to fail, fail gloriously."

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Garrett Gatton
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Seth Ciminillo
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Seth.ciminillo@gmail.com

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