What happens when a real estate investor trades property for vending machines?

After years of investing in Chicago real estate, Anthony Kolodziej was looking for a new way to build recurring cash flow without the larger upfront capital often required in real estate. That led him into the vending industry and eventually to building H&H Vending into a business with 80+ machines across 45+ locations.

In this episode, Anthony shares his journey from real estate investor to vending entrepreneur, including the lessons he learned about finding locations, building recurring revenue, and scaling a simple business into a growing operation. We also explore how his experience led him to Vendingpreneurs, where he now helps other entrepreneurs learn how to start and grow their own vending businesses.

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To learn more about the vending community Anthony helps support, visit Vendingpreneurs, where you can explore mentorship, resources, and support for starting and growing a vending business.”

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Long time and seasoned real estate developer John McNellis, author of “Making it in Real Estate” shares 45 years worth of seasoned experience that today’s real estate investor needs to know. From owing the IRS six-figures to investing in ground leases with Chic-Fil-A, You won’t want to miss this episode! through real estate.

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Wes Rowlands helps business owners build long-term net worth through strategic investing and disciplined financial planning. With nearly 20 years of experience across Wall Street, consulting, and private wealth management, Wesley specializes in translating complex financial strategies into clear, actionable guidance that supports sustainable wealth growth.

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In today's episode Garrett and Seth break down why your lead funnels aren't producing opportunities as expected. They diagnose where they are finding their deals and how the systems it takes to keep from giving up too soon. Implement one of these lead funnels into your business and watch the outcome!

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Seth and Garrett dive into debt advice and strategies they have changed their minds about. It's not 2020 anymore and we have a new market that requires updating strategies. Additionally, investment philosophies can change over time. Don't get caught believing clickbait about a market from 5 years ago.

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In Episode 175, Garrett and Seth challenge some of the most common real estate investing advice they’ve heard—and even followed themselves. From “always use other people’s money” to refinancing, pulling equity from properties, and other popular investing strategies, they share why their perspectives have changed with experience. Tune in for an honest conversation that may reshape the way you think about building long-term wealth through real estate.

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Reed Hubbuch is a budding entrepreneur who in his early twenties has already gotten a lot of reps in. From self-developing his own small-bay industrial flex space to running a door dash style laundry service, he is no stranger to hard work and innovation. This in person interview will not disappoint.

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What if your rental properties are making money... but costing you millions in missed opportunity?

In this episode of the RE Podcast, Garrett sits down with Colorado real estate investor and educator Chris Lopez to unpack one of the most overlooked concepts in real estate investing: Return on Equity (ROE). Chris shares his journey from house hacking and building an active rental portfolio to helping investors unlock more wealth through strategic portfolio optimization and passive investing. If you've ever wondered whether it's time to sell, refinance, or reposition your portfolio, this conversation could change the way you invest.

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