Real Estate Junkies: Coast 2 Coast
Join Steve Mernick and Russell Ham as they share their incredible journey from meeting almost five years ago to becoming successful real estate entrepreneurs. Despite having no prior real estate experience, Steve and Russell decided to start a business, which revolutionized their lives. Moving from woodworking and teaching careers, they found passion and freedom in creative financial real estate.
Episodes
18 episodes since 2024
17 | Meet Jessica Johnson: A Story Of Inspiration And Resilience
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Rusty Ham and Steve Mernick introduce Jessica Johnson; An inspirational story with Jessica Johnson, a dedicated real estate investor from Chattanooga, Tennessee. Jessica shares her co...
September 18, 2024
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32:30
16 | Unlocking Real Estate Success: Must-know Tips
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Russell Ham and Steve dive deep into the importance of mindset, skill set, and systems when running a real estate business. The keys to real estate success: They discuss the cha...
September 11, 2024
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34:06
15 | Master Real Estate Success With Key Strategies And Networking Tips!
In this conversation, Russell and Steve discuss mastering real estate success with key strategies and networking tips. They emphasize the importance of having multiple options and being able to pivot when a deal doesn't fit in your usual approa...
September 04, 2024
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22:53
14 | Follow-Up Strategies in Real Estate: The Key to Success
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Rusty Ham (West Coast) and Steve (East Coast) discuss the importance of follow-up strategies when dealing with real estate leads. They dive into mindset, skillset, and systems, emphas...
August 28, 2024
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31:47
13 | Tips To Master Real Estate Lead Generation
Join hosts Russell Ham and Steve as they dive deep into real estate lead generation strategies in this episode of 'Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast.' They explore different lead sources like My Plus Leads and PropStream, discuss the nuances o...
August 21, 2024
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38:47
12 | Unlocking Your Mindset For Real Estate Success: Top Buyer Strategies Revealed!
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, co-hosts Rusty Ham and Steve Mernick discuss the essential mindset needed for real estate success. They delve into their personal journeys in real estate, emphasizing the three pillars: min...
August 14, 2024
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32:01
11 | Mastering Assign-Out Deals: Strategies, Role Play, and Profitability Insights
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Rusty Ham and Steve dive into the intricacies of assign-out deals, also known as lease purchases with an option to buy. They discuss regional differences in real estate markets, the h...
August 07, 2024
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31:52
10 | Navigating Real Estate Success with John Clark: Insights from Wicked Smart Community
Join co-hosts Rusty Ham and Steve as they dive deep into the real estate journey of special guest John Clark from Waltham, Massachusetts. John shares his transition from a legal career to thriving in real estate, recounting his initial struggle...
July 31, 2024
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28:56
9 | Overcoming Real Estate Fatigue: Mindset, Skill Set, and Systems
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, Rusty Ham and Steve discuss the challenges and mental fatigue associated with the real estate business. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, setting 90-day goals...
July 24, 2024
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29:54
8 | Mindset, Sub 2 Deals & Creative Financing
Join Rusty Ham and Steve as they delve into the three pillars of real estate success: Mindset, Skillset, and Systems. In this episode, the focus is on the mindset needed for achieving real estate goals. The duo shares insights from 'The Gap and...
July 17, 2024
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28:08
7 | Importance of Systems in Scaling a Real Estate Business
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, hosts Rusty Ham and Steve Mernick dive deep into the importance of systems in scaling a real estate business. They explore how tracking KPIs and utilizing tools like automated dialers can d...
July 10, 2024
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31:10
6 | From Firefighter to Real Estate Investor: Kyle's Journey of Grit and Manifestation
Welcome to Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast! Hosts Rusty Hamm and Steve introduce their first guest, Kyle, a third-generation firefighter from Northern California who transitioned into real estate investing. Kyle shares his journey, starting ...
July 03, 2024
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37:17
5 | Unlocking Owner Financing: Skills, Strategies, and Success Stories
Join Rusty and Steve on RE Junkies as they dive into the world of creative real estate financing. Today, they focus on the importance of the skill set pillar, role-playing a real estate negotiation involving owner financing. They reveal key ins...
June 26, 2024
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26:38
4 | Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
In this episode of Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast, co-hosts Rusty Ham (West Coast) and Steve Mernick (East Coast) dive into the challenging world of real estate, starting off with a witty comparison of their respective weather. They examine...
June 19, 2024
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27:47
3 | Mastering Creative Real Estate Financing
In this engaging episode of 'Real Estate Junkies Coast to Coast,' co-hosts Rusty Ham and Steve Mernick delve into the intricacies of creative real estate financing. They begin by clarifying common misconceptions about lease purchases and explai...
June 12, 2024
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31:11
2 | Journey from Passion to Real Estate: Mindset, Skillset, and Systems Revealed!
Join hosts Rusty Ham and Steve as they dive deep into their personal journeys from past careers to thriving in the real estate business. This video explores the importance of mindset, skillset, and systems in achieving success. Rusty shares ins...
June 05, 2024
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38:33
1 | Unlocking Creative Financing: Mastering Lease Purchases in Real Estate
In this first episode of Real Estate Junkies, hosts Russell Ham and Steve Menick dive into the basics of lease purchases, explaining how they work and why sellers might find them attractive. They outline their planned episode structure, includi...
May 22, 2024
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30:19
Trailer | Real Estate Junkies: Coast 2 Coast
In this captivating podcast trailer, co-hosts Steve Mernick and Russell Ham share their unconventional journey from dissatisfaction in their respective careers to embracing the world of creative real estate financing. Steve, a former woodwo...
March 18, 2024
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