Huy Nguyen began his real estate journey while pursuing a career in IT at a Houston-based oil and gas firm. Influenced early by the principles of Rich Dad Poor Dad, he applied those ideas with discipline—purchasing his first property at just 22. After five years working part-time with a boutique brokerage, he transitioned to full-time real estate investment and now ranks among Houston’s top-producing Realtors. In this episode, Huy discusses how he built a rental portfolio from the ground up, his views on long-term value creation, and what younger investors often overlook when entering the market. His story offers a clear look at how measured risk, consistent returns, and patient capital can reshape a career and generate lasting financial resilience.

Holly Williams brings over two decades of financial acumen to the multifamily sector, with a portfolio exceeding $100 million in syndicated real estate assets. In this episode, she discusses the disciplined approach behind her investment decisions, the structural advantages of syndication, and the underwriting rigor required to scale in today’s market. From capital formation to asset selection, Holly offers a pragmatic perspective shaped by years of experience in both corporate finance and real estate. This conversation provides a measured look at what drives sustained performance across cycles—and why investor alignment remains central to her thesis.

Hans Struzyna brings a rare combination of elite athletic performance and sharp real estate acumen. A former Team USA rower and Olympian, Hans has transitioned seamlessly into high-stakes residential sales in the San Francisco Bay Area, consistently ranking in the top 1.5% of agents. Beyond brokerage, he is building a growing multifamily investment portfolio and scaling a media venture, Streamlined Podcasts, that supports thought leaders in business and finance. In this conversation, Hans shares how competitive rigor shaped his approach to deal flow, client management, and long-term portfolio growth—while offering insight into how elite performance principles translate into market advantage.

Greg Dickerson brings over two decades of experience in real estate development and entrepreneurship, having led projects totalling more than $200 million in value. From ground-up construction to strategic acquisitions, his work spans residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties. In this episode, Greg shares the principles that have guided his approach to scaling multiple businesses, building high-performing teams, and navigating shifting market conditions. His perspective offers a pragmatic lens on leadership, decision-making, and value creation—built on first-hand execution rather than theory. Listeners will gain clarity on how to think like an operator, execute like a founder, and build lasting enterprise value in a competitive real estate environment.

Grant Warrington shares a trajectory shaped by resilience, strategic execution, and hands-on leadership. After an early foray into rental ownership in 2003 that was cut short by limited experience, he re-entered the market in 2014 with renewed discipline and a long-term vision. Together with his wife, he scaled a modest beginning into an 11-unit portfolio in just two years, employing the BRRRR strategy and leveraging creative financing such as blanket loans. By 2018, he had exited a 23-year career in construction to oversee operations for a property management firm in Southeast Michigan, where he was responsible for more than 800 units. This episode offers a grounded look at scaling real estate portfolios, operational oversight in property management, and what it takes to make the shift from tradesman to executive operator in multifamily housing.

German Buendia, a retiring U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant with 18 years of service, and Oscar, a former U.S. Air Force Captain with a decade of leadership experience, are applying military discipline and operational clarity to multifamily real estate. As Managing Partners of GoodDay Capital, they’ve built a portfolio exceeding $1.5 million across 20+ multifamily units. Backed by academic credentials in communications and business, their transition into real estate reflects a structured approach to asset management, capital strategy, and investor alignment. This episode examines how they evaluate opportunities, mitigate risk, and scale within a competitive market—underscoring the long-term principles behind durable income and equity growth.

George O’Brien, CEO of the YMCA of Greensburg, shares how he and his wife Angela built a real estate portfolio from the ground up—scaling to 158 units across Western Pennsylvania while maintaining full-time leadership roles and raising four children. Through Progressive Property Investments, the O’Briens manage both their own assets and those of other investors, employing a disciplined, operationally focused approach. This conversation explores their strategic entry into multifamily, portfolio management at scale, and the realities of running a vertically integrated firm outside of a major metro. Listeners gain perspective on how long-term vision, responsible leverage, and disciplined execution can drive durable wealth creation.

Gary Lipsky, Managing Partner at APT Capital Group, brings over three decades of business leadership and a disciplined investment track record to the multifamily sector. With involvement in more than 1,700 units across B and C class properties, Gary focuses on value-oriented acquisitions and institutional-grade asset management. A certified expert in Real Estate Financial Modeling, he combines operational rigor with data-driven strategy to drive performance. He also co-hosts Passive Income Through Multifamily Real Estate and leads the annual Asset Management Summit, both of which highlight best practices in optimizing returns and operational efficiency. In this episode, Gary shares the principles guiding his approach to scaling portfolios, the metrics that matter, and what sophisticated investors should prioritize in today’s environment.