On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Joe Downs about his incredible journey of reinvention—from losing $100K in the restaurant world to rebuilding his life through grit and persistence. Joe shares how getting knocked down led him into radio sales, real estate, distressed debt, and ultimately into the world of self-storage and commercial investing. His story is packed with hard lessons, big pivots, and the mindset shifts that helped him turn setbacks into a multimillion-dollar career. This is an episode for anyone who needs proof that resilience really does pay off.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Logan Freeman about his incredible journey from D2 athlete to the NFL, and the humbling setback that pushed him into a season of reinvention. Logan shares how he transformed his life—losing 110 pounds, rebuilding his identity, and grinding his way into sales, entrepreneurship, and eventually real estate syndication. His story weaves discipline, resilience, and grit into a powerful blueprint for anyone looking to break generational patterns and build something bigger than themselves. This episode is packed with real talk, real lessons, and a reminder that the comeback is always stronger than the setback.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Vince Villani about his journey from medical sales to building a thriving Airbnb business without owning a single property. Vince shares how he leveraged strategies like rental arbitrage and co-hosting to scale from one unit to 21 in less than a year—all while helping others achieve financial freedom. Tune in to hear practical tips, creative financing ideas, and how Vince turned short-term rentals into a scalable business model.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with John Bianchi about his remarkable journey from financial advisor to Airbnb data mogul. John shares how he transitioned from managing millions in investments to mastering the short-term rental market — even building a U.S.-based Airbnb business while living in Canada. He breaks down how understanding Airbnb data helped him find over 260 profitable properties and reveals the key strategies behind creating success in the vacation rental space.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Ben and Bill about their journey from car washes and commercial development into the booming world of self-storage. They share how their decades of experience in real estate and analytics helped them spot hidden opportunities, structure smart deals, and build nationwide partnerships. Listeners will hear insider tips on finding the right sites, managing risk, and why self-storage can be a resilient, recession-proof investment class.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Palmy Kitty about her incredible journey from starting a rhinestone t-shirt business with her sister to building a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio. She shares how they turned early setbacks into success, pivoted from fashion to flipping homes, and then scaled into large multifamily syndications. Listeners will learn how Palmy and her sister grew from their first flip to raising tens of millions for apartment deals—and the lessons they picked up along the way.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Mikkel Thorup about his extraordinary journey from dropping out of school in Canada to becoming one of the world's leading voices on international real estate investing. Based in Panama City, Mikkel has traveled to over 100 countries, lived in nine, and built a global portfolio of properties across multiple continents. He shares how his passion for travel, combined with a sharp eye for opportunity, has allowed him to create thriving investments in markets like Brazil, Paraguay, and beyond. Listeners will learn why international diversification can be a powerful strategy for wealth building—and how to spot opportunities that most investors overlook.

On this episode of the Deal Farm®, Kevin and Ken talk with Ben Reinberg about his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Chicago to becoming a leader in commercial real estate. Ben shares the mindset, persistence, and smart investing strategies that helped him build a multi-billion-dollar hard asset empire. He dives into lessons from his new book, Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times, offering practical advice for building and protecting wealth in any economic climate. Whether you're an aspiring investor or a seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation delivers valuable insights on discipline, focus, and creating generational success.