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What does it really take to go from feeling lost with money to finally being in control? In this episode, Steven chats with Damion Lupo as he opens up about starting his first business at age 11, losing millions during the 2008 crash, and how those tough lessons shaped the mission he’s on today. He shares why most people stay stuck, what helped him turn things around, and how building wealth is more about mindset and purpose than just dollars. If you're feeling unsure about your financial path, this is the kind of honest talk that might just help you take the next step.

Damion Lupo, Chief Investment Officer and President of National Site Development, brings a dynamic blend of experience in private equity real estate, entrepreneurship, and finance. His career is marked by a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of market dynamics.

As an entrepreneur who's started over 70 companies, Damion has a keen eye for identifying and capitalizing on investment opportunities, which is instrumental in guiding FrameTec's strategic decisions. His expertise in finance and real estate equips him with a unique perspective on sustainable growth and value creation.

Damion's role at FrameTec is critical in providing strategic insights and guidance for the national rollout, ensuring the company's continued success and leadership in the industry.

Connect with Damion:
Website: https://www.frametec.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damionlupo
X: https://x.com/damionlupo
YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/DamionLupo

Check out his Turnkey Retirement system: https://damionlupo.com/turnkeyretirement

Tune in to his podcast: https://damionlupo.com/podcast

Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(2:49) Damien’s mission: from confusion to financial power
(3:55) Redefining success
(6:03) Impact over income
(8:49) It’s about doing “the thing”
(14:43) Invest in yourself: the #1 wealth strategy
(25:00) How to face your financial truth and rebuild
(33:30) Seasons of sacrifice and the myth of balance
(45:24) From internal goals to serving others
(50:36) Damien’s 10 steps to $10M in 10 years
(53:30) Outro

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Thinking about getting into real estate but not sure if you need a license, or if you should even invest outside your city? In this episode, Steven chats with Niyi Adewole, a former healthcare executive who left the corporate world to build his dream life through real estate. Niyi shares how he got started with a simple house hack in Louisville, grew a 30-unit portfolio, and later transitioned into short-term rentals in Atlanta, as well as self-storage. He breaks down what new investors should focus on, when getting a license makes sense, and how to invest out-of-state without losing your mind. Most of all, Niyi talks about how real estate gave him the freedom to create the kind of life he really wanted for himself and his growing family.

Niyi Adewole is the founder of the eKabo Home Team, based in Atlanta, Georgia, where he leads a group of investor-friendly realtors who help clients build wealth through real estate. A former Fortune 500 healthcare executive and Director of Strategic Accounts, Niyi transitioned into full-time real estate after building his portfolio of 30 rental units. He now specializes in both long-term and short-term rentals and is actively involved in real estate development projects, including self-storage and townhomes. Niyi is passionate about helping others achieve financial freedom and create a life they love, one property at a time.

Connect with Niyi:
Website: https://linktr.ee/ekabohome
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ekabohome

Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(3:07) Who is Niyi Adewole?
(4:06) Finding his passion in real estate
(7:56) On why finding Atlanta just made sense
(10:07) Why getting a license helped, but only after years of investing
(15:03) Who should actually get their real estate license and why
(19:32) Questions to ask to vet an investor agent
(21:54) Market-specific rental strategies in Atlanta vs Louisville
(28:43) Investing remotely from California, Japan, and beyond
(34:58) Comparing long-term rentals to commercial real estate
(40:23) How much should one “like” real estate before diving in
(45:30) Investing for freedom and family
(49:29) Where to connect with Niyi
(50:25) Outro

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Are your 401K, IRA, and company stock really enough to secure your future? In this episode, Steven Arita talks to Patrick Grimes, a former robotics engineer turned full-time investor, who shares how he went from losing it all in real estate to building real wealth through smart, alternative investments. He talks about the shift from single-family homes to larger apartment deals, and why he now focuses on recession-resistant investments like litigation finance and energy. Patrick explains how “non-correlated” assets work, why they matter, and how tech professionals like you can start building a more stable, diverse investment portfolio. He also shares free tools, a book, and live events to help you get started.

Patrick Grimes, founder and CEO of Passive Investing Mastery, an internationally bestselling author, and a Forbes Council contributor, is a serial entrepreneur specializing in alternative investments.

His portfolio is diversified across energy, litigation finance, commercial lending and acquisitions, including retail, industrial, and thousands of apartment units. He has developed a range of diversified passive investments focused on growth and cash flow, including the Diversified Litigation Portfolio, Acquisitions Fund, and Income Fund, all designed to thrive during economic downturns.

Formerly a robotics and automation engineer, Patrick holds a BS and MS in Engineering and an MBA. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, he is dedicated to educating investors on achieving financial independence through mastery in passive alternative investing.

Connect with Patrick:
Website: https://passiveinvestingmastery.com/

Grab a copy: https://passiveinvestingmastery.com/lessons/


Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:21) Patrick’s tech background and intro to investing
(3:40) His early investments
(5:11) Houston real estate success and remote investing
(9:56) Transition from single-family to multifamily
(12:35) Diversification into energy, legal, and other non-correlated assets
(19:27) Intro to litigation finance investing
(25:41) How litigation finance funds work
(33:10) Risk vs. return in legal investing
(39:20) Where to learn more and access free resources
(45:08) Partnering for long-term investing success
(50:04) Book and final advice to investors
(52:59) Outro

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What if your money could work harder than you do? In this episode, Steven flips the script on how we think about wealth. Instead of just chasing a bigger paycheck, we’ll talk about the power of ownership and why shifting your mindset can make a huge difference.

Steven discusses something called return on effort (ROE) and why it matters just as much as return on investment (ROI). Think of it as approaching your finances like a business owner, not just an employee.

Whether you’re writing code, leading a team, or juggling client projects, this short episode will give you a fresh way to look at money. Because when each dollar becomes an employee working for you, you're not just making a living, you’re building long-term freedom.

Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(0:34) ROI vs. ROE: A new way to measure value
(1:09) Thinking like a business owner in your career and investments
(2:32) Treating money like employees: making your dollars work
(4:32) Building steady cash flow for financial freedom
(5:34) Final thought: What are you building that works for you?
(6:08) Outro

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What happens when a nurse shows up to a real estate seminar with an index card full of notes and leaves with a whole new vision for her life? In this episode, Steven Arita chats with Maria Marks, a former nurse who left healthcare to build a real estate business that now gives her steady passive income. Maria opens up about the personal events that led her to start investing, why she skipped single-family homes and went straight into multifamily, and what it really felt like to wait over a year for her first check. She shares how her background in nursing helps her build real trust with investors, and why she’s so passionate about teaching financial literacy, especially to women who want more control over their money.

Maria Marks is a former nurse turned full-time real estate investor who built a 7-figure real estate portfolio in just three years. After experiencing a personal loss and a financial wake-up call early in her marriage, Maria took ownership of her financial future by diving into multifamily investing, skipping single-family homes altogether. Today, she focuses on helping others create reliable monthly income through real estate funds, while also continuing to raise capital and support investors in building diversified portfolios.

With a background in healthcare, Maria brings deep empathy and relationship-building into every investor conversation. She’s especially passionate about educating women on financial independence and helping them feel confident managing their own investments. Maria is currently part of Wealth Mission Group, where she leads investor relations and is working toward a goal of raising $25 million in fund capital.

Connect with Maria:
Website: https://linkwithmaria.com/

Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:13) Maria’s background and real estate shift
(3:11) The personal loss that sparked financial awareness
(5:09) Jumping straight into multifamily investments
(6:41) Lessons from syndications and cash flow timing
(9:59) Investing out-of-state and location strategy
(13:37) Asset management vs. capital raising
(18:19) Maria’s first general partnership deal
(20:27) Healthcare skills applied to investor relations
(26:16) Common investor goals
(30:53) The “three income buckets” explained
(37:10) How real estate funds work
(44:29) Why financial literacy, especially for women, matters
(52:29) Maria’s big goal for the next year
(54:34) Outro

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In today’s episode, Steven chats with Pete Schnepp, who went from losing his first home in the 2008 crash and getting hit with a lawsuit, to building a real estate portfolio with over 100 rental units. Pete opens up about the tough lessons that shaped how he invests today, why uncertain markets can be full of opportunity, and how buying just one property a year can seriously change your future. They talk about what it really takes to build wealth, the truth behind “passive” income, and why partnering with the right people often beats going it alone. If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure about how to start investing or if you just want to build a more secure, intentional life, this one’s for you.

Pete Schnepp is a family-first entrepreneur and real estate investor with over 20 years of experience in construction and property investing. He’s the founder of Asset Stream Properties, a firm focused on low-risk, high-reward multifamily investments in fast-growing markets like Phoenix. After building a successful construction business and going through a tough lawsuit, Pete shifted toward real estate to create more freedom and stability for himself and others. Today, his company manages over $540 million in assets and helps investors grow their wealth through hands-off, strategic real estate deals. Pete’s all about doing business with integrity, building strong relationships, and helping both investors and communities thrive.

Connect with Pete:
Website: https://assetstreamproperties.com/invest
https://peteschnepp.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peteschnepp
FB: https://www.facebook.com/pete.schnepp/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/peteschnepp/


Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:18) Who is Pete Schnepp?
(2:00) Learning from downturns
(4:51) First real estate hit
(8:50) Painter to investor
(12:24) The wake-up call
(16:55) Why now is the time to buy again
(20:13) What are infinite returns?
(24:57) What business taught him about partnerships
(30:01) Is passive income a myth or reality?
(34:59) How to find the right real estate partner
(39:10) Designing life with intention through real estate
(41:04) What is the real fear?
(43:25) Resources and where to find Pete
(45:35) Outro

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In this episode, Steven shares a personal story that challenges the idea of truly passive income in real estate. After a conversation at RaiseFest, he reflects on his own rental experience, highlighting the unexpected time and stress involved. He breaks down the spectrum of investing, from hands-on roles like flipping to more hands-off options like being a limited partner. If you're aiming to grow your income without sacrificing your time, this episode offers honest insight and practical advice on how to invest like an owner, not a manager.

Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(0:47) Flashback to RaiseFest and how it started for Steven
(2:32) Active vs. passive investing
(4:49) Limited partner investing as true passive income
(6:51) Protecting your time and headspace
(8:23) Outro

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In this episode, Steven chats with James Bohan, a CPA and founder of Stonehenge Accountancy, about how tech professionals can start building real, lasting wealth. James talks about his fast rise in corporate finance and how that led him to launch his own accounting and real estate investment firms. They break down what a family office is, who it’s for, and how it can help manage money smarter, especially for families with significant wealth. James also shares practical ways to save on taxes, plan for future generations, and lead with purpose, drawing from his values as a Christian and a business owner. It’s a down-to-earth conversation full of useful advice for anyone looking to take control of their financial future.

James Bohan is the CEO and founder of Stonehan Accountancy with a truly unique outlook on personal and business finances. Starting with a deeply contrarian perspective that taxation is theft, his unique and somewhat controversial insights are guaranteed to deliver a thought-
provoking discussion for your audience.

With a diverse (and accomplished) background in real estate, finance (Big 4, institutional and family office), and entrepreneurship there’s so much trustworthy, first-hand expertise here for your audience. As a fourth-generation real estate developer, he blends institutional quality with entrepreneurial creativity, offering a unique perspective on the industry.

Connect with James:
Website: http://www.stonehan.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdbohan
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbohancfo/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6u43nIGFMg

Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:01) James’ background and entrepreneurial focus
(3:27) On becoming CFO by age 30
(5:26) Starting his own family office and working with others
(6:53) What is a family office and who should consider one
(12:12) Entity “food groups” for tax benefits
(17:31) Preventing wealth erosion and succession planning
(22:02) How trusts and estate taxes work
(26:51) Who should look into advanced estate structures
(32:45) Tax savings with real estate and professional status
(38:11) Leading as a Christian businessman
(44:16) Principles of kindness, fairness, and stewardship
(47:28) Parting wisdom and how to reach James
(48:34) Outro

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