Hustle & Homes – Episode 24: One Year In

In this episode, we break down where we really stand almost one year into the program with Ben Humble.

We talk about:

• Where we started mentally, financially, and skill-wise

• The deals we’ve done (and the ones that punched us in the face)

• What’s changed in our mindset over the last 12 months

• How the current market is affecting investors right now

• What we’re doubling down on going forward

It’s easy to talk about wins. It’s harder to talk about growth, mistakes, pivots, and real numbers. This episode is about the honest gap between where we were… and where we are now.

Markets shift. Rates move. Emotions swing. But discipline, action, and staying in the room? That’s what compounds.

If you’re early in your investing journey, this one’s for you. If you’re already in the trenches, you’ll relate.

Almost a year in.
Still building.
Still learning.
Still closing.

Keep Hustling. Keep Building. Keep Closing.

In Episode 23 of Hustle & Homes, Matt, Jeff, and Santiago sit down with Jonathan Sandor to cut through the noise around getting started in investing.

If you’re new, overwhelmed, or stuck in “learning mode,” Jonathan simplifies it down to what actually matters:

• Get a deal

• Get a mentor

No hype. No guru nonsense. Just real-world advice on why action matters more than perfection and why most beginners never move forward.

This episode is for anyone who’s tired of watching from the sidelines and ready to start playing the game.

Keep Hustling. Keep Building. Keep Closing.

In Episode 22 of Hustle & Homes, we break down why so many investors avoid cheap markets and why that mindset holds them back.

We talk about the psychology behind “cheap equals risky,” how appreciation hype masks bad deals, and why affordable markets force investors to rely on fundamentals instead of speculation. This episode dives into cash flow, discipline, ego, and why experienced investors quietly build wealth in places most people overlook.

If you’ve ever questioned small markets, affordable properties, or heard someone say “there must be something wrong with it,” this episode will challenge how you think about real estate investing.

In Episode 21, Matt, Jeff, and Santiago break down the fundamentals of rental properties, focusing on what actually matters once you own the deal.

They dive into the one percent rule — when it’s useful, when it isn’t, and how they really use it when analyzing properties. The conversation also covers rental fundamentals, common mistakes new investors make, and why cash flow and discipline matter more than chasing numbers on paper.

The episode wraps up with a practical discussion on how to screen tenants properly, why tenant quality can make or break a rental, and how setting the right standards upfront saves time, stress, and money long-term.

This episode is all about keeping things simple, realistic, and focused on fundamentals — whether you’re looking at your first rental or trying to tighten up your process.

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Episode 20 – Sacrifices Nobody Talks About

In this episode of the Hustle & Homes Podcast, Matt, Jeff, and Santiago sit down for a raw and honest conversation about the sacrifices that come with building wealth, businesses, and long-term freedom.

We dive into the sacrifices people don’t post about — missed time, uncomfortable decisions, strained relationships, mental pressure, and choosing long-term vision over short-term comfort.

This episode is for anyone in the grind who feels unseen, misunderstood, or tired but refuses to quit.

If you’re building something bigger than yourself, this one will hit home.

🎧 Tune in and stay the course.
Keep Hustling. Keep Building. Keep Closing.

In Episode 19 of the Hustle & Homes Podcast, we’re joined by Marina Zmeu and her husband, Ion Zmeu, as they share their journey in real estate investing. We talk about how they got started, the lessons they’ve learned along the way, the importance of mindset, and what it’s like building a real estate business together.

This episode is a real, honest conversation about growth, consistency, and staying committed while working toward long-term goals.

🎧 Tune in for real stories from real investors.
Keep Hustling. Keep Building. Keep Closing.

In Episode 18, Matt, Jeff, and Santiago break down the money sheet — a simple framework designed to help you prioritize your time around what actually makes you money.

The guys explain the difference between:
💰 Money-making activities (calls, offers, negotiations, follow-ups)
🅿️ “Parking lot” items (marketing, branding, ads, systems)

Too many people stay busy with branding, content, and ads while avoiding the actions that directly generate income. In this episode, the money sheet is used to bring clarity to your day, your focus, and your execution — so revenue comes first, and everything else supports it.

If you’ve ever felt:

• Busy but not profitable

• Stuck working on things instead of closing

• Unsure what to do first each day

This episode will help you reset your priorities and focus on what actually moves the needle.

👉 Do the money-making work first. Park the rest.

🎙️ Hustle & Homes – Episode 17

In this episode of Hustle & Homes, we sit down with Yuval Blank, host of the RunRup Podcast and a first-deal House member in Arizona, who’s currently in the trenches making calls, working renovations, and learning real estate from the ground up under his parents’ business.

Yuval shares what it’s really like starting inside the business, the lessons learned from hands-on execution, and how cold calling, renovation work, and daily reps are shaping his mindset. We also dive into his long-term goals, the pressure and opportunity of working in a family business, and what he’s building toward next.

If you’re early in your real estate journey — or thinking about taking the first step — this episode delivers real insight, real lessons, and real perspective.

🎧 Tune in and remember: keep hustling, keep building, keep closing.