This week on High Stakes Deals, we break down our recent 3-day water fast, what we learned from it, and how discipline and discomfort translate directly into better business decisions.

We also dive into:

• 50-year mortgages and housing affordability

• New ideas to stimulate the real estate market

• Why we brought property management in-house

• Hiring our first C-suite executive

• Taking calculated risks to scale faster

Real talk on health, money, and building long-term wealth.

Today’s episode is basically Real Estate Lending 101… and 401 at the same time. Brandon and Greg break down the difference between good deals and great ones, and how leverage, loans, and using other people’s money can completely change the outcome.

They get into residential vs. commercial financing, why loan terms matter more than people think, and how the commercial lending space is getting way more competitive right now. Fixed vs. variable rates, when refinancing actually makes sense, bridge loans, and why the right capital structure can make or break a deal — it’s all covered.

If you’ve ever nodded along in a real estate conversation but secretly felt like you needed a glossary… this episode’s for you.

Is it better to be the bank than the broker? In this quick-hitting mini episode of High Stakes Deals, Brandon and Greg pick the brain of lender and real estate pro Kendell Angeles. They’re talking 2026 interest rate predictions, the strategic move to go national, and whether growing a portfolio really gets tougher the bigger you get. Kendell also shares the one piece of advice he gives every investor: get a killer accountant. Tune in for the insights—no fluff, just the good stuff.