In this episode, Vince sits down with Andrew Freed, a former medical device sales rep who transitioned into full-time real estate investing and scaled from a single $650K property to over 550 units and $80M in assets under management.

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Andrew shares the exact pivot point that changed his trajectory, how he leveraged partnerships to scale faster, and the systems he put in place to move from small multifamily into large apartment communities.

If you’re looking to break into multifamily, scale beyond your first few deals, or build long-term wealth through strategic acquisitions, this episode is packed with tactical insights and real numbers.

In this conversation, you’ll learn

• How he bought his first 35-unit property
• The mindset shift required to leave a high-paying W2 job
• The strategy behind scaling to 550+ units
• How he structures partnerships and raises capital
• Lessons learned from managing large assets
• The operational systems required to manage $80M+ in real estate
• Mistakes he made early on and what he’d do differently
• Why focusing on relationships accelerated his growth


Andrew walks through real deal examples and explains how consistent action, underwriting discipline, and strategic networking helped him build a substantial portfolio in a relatively short period of time.

Time stamps

00:00 – Introduction
03:15 – Andrew’s background and leaving medical device sales
08:40 – Buying the first 35-unit property
15:20 – Structuring partnerships and raising capital
24:10 – Scaling beyond small multifamily
33:45 – Lessons from managing large apartment communities
42:30 – Biggest mistakes and key pivots
50:10 – Advice for investors looking to scale

Guest Bio
Andrew Freed is a multifamily real estate investor and operator with over 550 units and approximately $80M in assets under management. After starting his career in medical device sales, Andrew transitioned into full-time real estate investing, focusing on acquiring and optimizing apartment communities. He specializes in value-add multifamily, strategic partnerships, and scalable systems for long-term wealth creation.

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Website: https://freedommanagement.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/afreed2

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In this episode of the Launch REI Podcast, Vince sits down with Brian Bradley to break down one of the biggest misconceptions in real estate investing: your LLC is not real asset protection.

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Brian explains why LLCs are only a first layer of defense, how courts actually pierce them, and why privacy does NOT equal protection. He walks through real case law, enforcement strategy, and the dangerous myths being sold to investors about “bulletproof” structures.


In this episode, we break down

• The difference between inside vs. outside liability
• When one LLC per property makes sense (and when it doesn’t)
• Why timing is everything in asset protection
• How courts freeze assets
• What most investors misunderstand about trusts
• The hybrid trust structure that actually works

If you own rental properties, operate Airbnbs, flip houses, or plan to scale into larger commercial deals, this episode could save you millions.


Time stamps

00:00 – Why LLCs fail to protect investors
08:30 – One LLC per property? The real answer
15:40 – The three tiers of investor protection
20:00 – Divorce, lawsuits & fraudulent transfers
28:50 – Piercing the corporate veil explained
34:30 – The truth about asset protection trusts
43:40 – Offshore vs domestic trusts
49:30 – Freezing assets & Indiana case law
55:40 – How to structure protection properly



Guest Bio

Brian Bradley is an asset protection attorney and founder of BTB Legal. He has structured billions of dollars in protected assets for investors, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth clients across the country. With decades of experience in litigation and enforcement, Brian specializes in designing layered protection systems that withstand real courtroom scrutiny.

Brian’s new book, Over Exposed, is officially live on Amazon 🎉 and is already a #1 New Book Release in the Financial Industry section.
This book reflects years of work on asset protection, enforcement strategy, and legal reality.

If you’re willing to support the launch, grab a copy and share it with anyone serious about protecting their wealth:
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Website: https://btblegal.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-t-bradley-esq-a47a7b12/


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In this episode of the Launch REI Podcast, Jeffrey Johnson shares his journey into real estate investing and the strategic decisions that shaped his growth in the industry.

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Jeffrey breaks down how he approached getting started, lessons learned along the way, and the mindset required to build long-term wealth through real estate. He shares insights on evaluating opportunities, building the right relationships, navigating risks, and positioning yourself for sustainable growth in today’s market.
In this episode, we break down

• How Jeffrey got started in real estate investing
• Key lessons from early deals and what he would do differently
• The importance of mindset and long-term thinking
• Evaluating deals and identifying real opportunities
• Building strong relationships and leveraging your network
• Managing risk in changing market conditions
• Scaling strategically instead of chasing quick wins
• Creating sustainable wealth through disciplined investing


Time stamps

00:00 – Introduction & Jeffrey’s background
04:35 – How he got started in real estate
12:10 – Early lessons and first deals
20:45 – Evaluating opportunities and managing risk
32:30 – Building relationships and partnerships
41:15 – Scaling strategically
52:40 – Long-term wealth building mindset
59:10 – Final advice for investors


Guest Bio
Jeffrey Johnson is a real estate investor focused on building long-term wealth through strategic acquisitions and disciplined investment strategies. With experience navigating market cycles and evaluating opportunities across different asset types, Jeffrey emphasizes mindset, relationships, and sustainable growth as key drivers of success in real estate.

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Website: https://synergyinvesting.com/
Instagram: http://jeffreyjohnson22/

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In this episode of the Launch REI Podcast, Craig Curelop shares how he went from working as a CPA at a Big 4 accounting firm to achieving financial freedom through house hacking and strategic real estate investing.

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Craig breaks down how buying a duplex changed his financial trajectory, how house hacking allowed him to eliminate living expenses, and how he scaled into multiple properties while maintaining a strong foundation in underwriting and risk management. He also shares lessons on mindset, leveraging low-down-payment loan products, and building long-term wealth through smart acquisition strategies.

In this episode, we break down

• How Craig transitioned from corporate accounting into real estate investing

• What house hacking is and why it accelerates wealth building

• Using FHA and low-down-payment loans to acquire properties

• Eliminating living expenses to increase savings and reinvest faster

• The importance of underwriting and conservative deal analysis

• Scaling from a single property to a growing portfolio

• Managing risk while investing in appreciating markets

• Building systems and processes early

• Mindset shifts required to leave a stable W2 career

• Long-term wealth building through disciplined acquisition strategies

Timestamps

04:35 – Discovering house hacking

11:20 – Buying the first duplex

18:45 – Using low-down-payment loan strategies

27:10 – Eliminating living expenses & reinvesting

35:30 – Underwriting fundamentals

44:15 – Scaling beyond the first property

52:40 – Risk management & market selection

01:00:10 – Systems, mindset & long-term vision

Guest Bio

Craig Curelop is a real estate investor, author, and entrepreneur best known for popularizing house hacking as a strategy for achieving financial freedom. After starting his career as a CPA at a Big 4 accounting firm, Craig transitioned into full-time real estate investing. He has acquired multiple properties using low-down-payment strategies and has helped thousands of aspiring investors understand how to use house hacking to accelerate wealth building.

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Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://homecrew.co/⁠⁠

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In this episode of the Launch REI Podcast, Jered Sturm shares his journey from maintenance technician to building a $200 million multifamily portfolio before turning 40.

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Jered breaks down how skill development, strategic pivots, and strong partnerships helped him transition from single-family rentals to flipping houses and ultimately scaling into large multifamily investments. He shares practical insights on syndication, evaluating deals, increasing net operating income (NOI), and positioning yourself for long-term success in today’s real estate market.

In This Episode We Cover:

• How Jered got started in real estate at a young age learning the trades
• Why transitioning from rentals to flipping accelerated his capital growth
• The importance of understanding market cycles and timing
• How syndication works and why it unlocks larger opportunities
• Building strong broker relationships to access better deals
• Strategies for driving NOI through renovations and operational efficiencies
• Why investing in the right markets protects long-term value
• The power of partnerships and defining roles clearly
• Living below your means to reinvest and scale faster
• Identifying and leveraging your unique value proposition

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & Jered’s background
05:12 – From maintenance technician to first investments
12:40 – Transitioning into house flipping
20:15 – Moving into multifamily and syndication
32:30 – Evaluating deals and underwriting fundamentals
41:10 – Driving NOI through renovations and management
48:25 – Market selection and risk management
55:40 – Partnership structure and scaling efficiently
01:02:15 – Long-term vision and future of multifamily

Guest Bio

Jered Sturm is a multifamily real estate investor and operator who has built a portfolio of approximately 2,000 units valued at over $200 million. Starting his career as a maintenance technician, Jered developed hands-on operational expertise that later fueled his transition into single-family rentals, house flipping, and eventually large-scale multifamily syndications. He specializes in value-add acquisitions, operational efficiencies, and strategic partnerships that drive long-term portfolio growth.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jered-sturm-066198121/

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In this episode, Vince sits down with AJ Osborne, founder of Self Storage Income, who built a $400M self-storage portfolio by acquiring overlooked facilities.

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In this episode, we break down:
• How AJ scaled to $400M+ in self-storage without outside investors
• The simple 3-step system he used to increase NOI fast
• Why self-storage is a business, not just real estate
• The “money on the table” strategy for spotting undervalued deals
• Lessons from almost losing everything after a sudden paralysis and how storage income saved his family
• The 3 wealth cycles of self-storage (infancy → adolescence → maturity)
• Why 2025–2030 could be the next major buying window and opportunities below replacement cost
• How AI is transforming storage operations and giving small investors institutional-level tools

00:00 Intro & AJ’s $400M portfolio
03:30 From insurance sales to investing
10:45 Why he chose self-storage
14:30 The simple 3-step value-add strategy
19:40 Lessons from his first deal
23:10 What he’d tell his younger self
29:30 Nearly losing everything & paralysis story
39:30 Why self-storage saved his family
41:30 What actually drives storage demand
45:50 The 3 wealth cycles of self-storage
50:00 Why AJ is deploying $500M now
59:00 How AI is changing operations
1:06:30 Why now is the best time to start
1:09:15 Where to follow AJ

Connect with AJ
Website: https://www.ajosborne.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajosborne

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