Real Estate Launchpad

About Real Estate Launchpad

"Tired of watching others build wealth through real estate while you sit on the sidelines? If you’re ready to stop dreaming about investing and actually make your first deal happen—you’re in the right place." — Welcome to the Real Estate Launchpad Podcast! It’s all about helping new and aspiring real estate investors finally take action and buy their first property—without feeling overwhelmed, stuck in analysis paralysis, or thinking they need to be a millionaire to start. I get it—real estate investing can feel intimidating when you’re new. So many people dream about building wealth through real estate but never take that first step. That’s where my podcast comes in. I break down everything you need to know in a way that’s simple, clear, and actually doable. We cover topics like: ✅ How to find and analyze deals—so you’re not guessing if it’s a good investment. ✅ Creative financing strategies—because you don’t need piles of cash to get started. ✅ Mistakes real investors have made (so you don’t have to learn the hard way!) ✅ The latest market trends—so you know where and when to invest. ✅ Real investor success stories—to inspire you to finally take action. I mix it up with solo episodes where I share real estate insights, guest interviews with first-time investors and industry pros, and awesome recurring segments like: 🏡 First Deal Stories – Real people sharing exactly how they got their first property. 📊 Market & Industry – Breaking down trends, data, and what it means for you. 💡 Coaching Corner – Answering listener questions with practical advice. ⚠️ Mistakes Were Made – Real estate horror stories and lessons learned. 🔧 Tools & Tech – Must-have apps, calculators, and resources for investors. Honestly, I’m doing this because I know how life-changing real estate can be. I’ve been in the game for years, and I’ve helped countless investors get started. Now, I want to pay it forward and help more people create wealth and freedom through real estate. If you’re serious about investing but don’t know where to start, this podcast is your blueprint to taking action. 🎧 Listen in on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! 🚀 Ready to launch your real estate journey? Let’s go!"

Publisher

Greg Kurzner

Category

business · education · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Oct 2025

Latest episode

14 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Apr 2026

   First Deal Stories - Corporate Executive Side Hustle

   Episode Summary: In this episode of the Real Estate Launchpad podcast, host Greg Kurzner sits down with Sanjeev Shrivastava, a high-level corporate executive who successfully transitioned into real estate investing as a side hustle. Sanjeev shares his journey from the data industry to acquiring, renovating, and flipping multiple properties within months—all while balancing a demanding career and family life. The conversation covers risk management, learning from failures, building the right team, financing strategies, and scaling up with partners. Whether you’re a new investor or looking to level up, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world lessons. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to the podcast and guest 00:41 – Why first deal stories matter for new investors 01:40 – Sanjeev’s background: Data industry, risk management, and business experience 04:15 – Balancing analysis and action; overcoming analysis paralysis 06:00 – Learning from failures and the value of failing fast 07:15 – The role of mentors, coaches, and building a strong team 09:10 – The first failed deal: Lessons from a condo that didn’t close 12:10 – Home inspection training and how it changed Sanjeev’s approach 13:45 – The first successful deal: “Reeves” – finding, analyzing, and winning the property 16:50 – Renovation strategy: Aggressive timelines, contractor management, and high-end finishes 19:00 – Financing the first deal: Partnerships, DSCR loans, and using HELOCs 22:00 – What went wrong: Seller issues, unexpected costs, and renovation surprises 25:00 – What went right: Vision, finishes, and standing out in the market 27:00 – Lessons learned: Real estate as a long-term wealth strategy, balancing speed and research 30:00 – Scaling up: New deals (“Drew” and “Robinson”), aggressive offers, and partnership dynamics 34:00 – Setting goals, writing them down, and the importance of unanimous decision-making in partnerships 36:40 – Final thoughts: Trust, teamwork, and taking action Links & Resources: First Deal Confidence Kit (https://kurznergroup.com/kit) – Step-by-step roadmap for new investors Key Takeaways: Risk management and data-driven decision making are crucial for new investors. Learning from failures and moving on quickly is more valuable than perfection. Building the right team—including mentors, realtors, and contractors—can make or break your first deal. Financing options like DSCR loans and HELOCs can help you get started, even without traditional income verification. Write down your goals and revisit them regularly; clear objectives and unanimous decisions are vital, especially when working with partners. Real estate is a long-term game—patience, research, and steady action lead to lasting wealth. Mentioned in this episode: Pre Roll_ Intro to Real Estate Investment Call to Action This Ad offers the First Deal Confidence Kit as a download Post Roll_ Real Estate Investor Progress Podcast Outro This Ad encourages the listener to subscribe and leave a review or rating as well as join our Facebook Group

2. 

   7 Apr 2026

   Why You Don’t Follow Through on Wealth Building (and How Structure Fixes It)

   Why You Don’t Follow Through on Wealth Building (and How Structure Fixes It) The script argues that many people reliably show up for work but fail to follow through on financial freedom because they lack structure and accountability, not motivation. Using gym retention data (60–70% annual retention, 50% of new members quitting within six months, 67% of memberships unused), it shows execution beats intention and that group classes, onboarding, and personal trainers improve retention because of social expectation and paid accountability. It compares this to real estate investing, where people consume content and buy courses but never act due to no deadlines or external expectations. Citing Federal Reserve data that real estate owners—especially investment property owners—have much higher median net worth, it emphasizes the compounding opportunity cost of waiting. It concludes that programs/coaching function like personal training and promotes the “Real Estate Launchpad” as a structured execution program with weekly implementation and accountability. 00:00 Uncomfortable Truth 00:27 Gym Dropoff Stats 01:39 Structure Beats Motivation 02:16 Real Estate Parallels 03:01 What’s at Stake 04:29 Why People Quit 05:16 Course vs Program 06:14 Commit to Execution 06:41 Real Estate Launchpad Mentioned in this episode: Pre Roll_ Investor's Momentum_ First Deal Confidence Kit This Ad version also offers Ebook download. Post Roll_ Real Estate Launchpad_ Roadmap Broadcast This Ad offers the Facebook community to listeners.

3. 

   17 Mar 2026

   How Much Money Do You Really Need To Invest in a Rental Home?

   How Much Money You Really Need to Start Investing in Real Estate Greg Kurzner discusses how much money is actually needed to buy a first rental property, emphasizing that most people lack clarity rather than opportunity and that vague money expectations cause either delay or risky shortcuts. He breaks financing into key components: down payment, closing costs, and reserves. Conventional investor loans typically require 15–25% down and are often 30-year fixed; FHA loans can be 3–5% down for 2–4 unit properties if the buyer lives in one unit (house hacking); VA loans may offer very low or zero down for eligible buyers, also usable for multi-units with owner occupancy. He also outlines DSCR loans, private money, hard money for renovations, and seller financing. He recommends six months of expense reserves for vacancies and repairs and previews a next episode on evaluating deals. 00:00 How Much To Start 00:45 Money Clarity Mindset 01:52 Down Payment Basics 02:53 Conventional Loans 03:29 House Hacking FHA VA 04:48 DSCR Private Hard Money 06:39 Seller Financing Options 07:23 Closing Costs Explained 08:43 Reserves After Purchase 10:24 Six Months Cushion 10:58 Define Buckets Next Steps 11:52 Wrap Up Next Episode Mentioned in this episode: Post Roll_ Real Estate Investor Progress Podcast Outro This Ad encourages the listener to subscribe and leave a review or rating as well as join our Facebook Group Pre Roll_ Intro to Real Estate Investment Call to Action This Ad offers the First Deal Confidence Kit as a download

4. 

   10 Mar 2026

   First Deal Stories - Real Estate Investing isn't Rocket Science...or is it? - Episode 4

   First Deal Stories: Aku Kumar's Real Estate Journey and Lessons Learned In this episode of the Real Estate Launchpad podcast, host Greg Kurzner interviews Aku Kumar, a young and ambitious aerospace engineering student, about his first real estate investment property. They discuss Aku's background, motivations, challenges, and the key lessons he learned from his experience. Aku shares his strategies for financing, the importance of mentorship, and the real-life hurdles he had to overcome, such as dealing with mortgage lenders and unexpected vacancy rates. This episode is packed with valuable insights for new and aspiring real estate investors looking to take their first step in the market. 00:00 Welcome to the Real Estate Launchpad 00:59 Meet Aku Kumar: A Rising Star in Real Estate 02:02 Aku's Journey: From Aerospace to Real Estate 03:59 The Motivation Behind Aku's Real Estate Venture 07:29 Overcoming Fears and Finding a Mentor 11:06 Aku's Learning Process and Initial Steps 17:03 Finding the Perfect Property: Lessons Learned 27:46 The Benefits of New Construction Homes 28:56 Navigating Financing for Your First Deal 31:36 Creative Financing Strategies 32:59 Challenges and Lessons Learned 42:37 Advice for First-Time Investors 46:25 Future Goals and Aspirations 51:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

5. 

   3 Mar 2026

   How to Buy Your First Rental Property

   How to Buy Your First Rental Property in 90 Days: A 6-Step Roadmap for New Investors Greg Kurzner welcomes listeners to the Real Estate Launchpad podcast and shares a clear, high-level six-step process to move from hesitation to owning a first rental property in 90 days or less. He explains that new investors often get stuck due to fear and lack of a step-by-step path, and emphasizes a “who not how” mindset. Step 1 is defining what the first deal is meant to do—primarily creating learning, momentum, and an investor identity rather than chasing a home run. Step 2 is creating a disciplined buy box (price range, target area, property type, condition level, and rent range expectations) to reduce overwhelm and emotional decisions. Step 3 is getting funding clarity early by speaking with an investor-friendly lender and understanding price range, down payment, closing costs, and rental-loan requirements. Step 4 is assembling an investing team before shopping: an investor-experienced agent, investor-friendly lender, landlord insurance contact, and a thorough inspector. Step 5 focuses on filtering deals instead of overanalyzing by asking practical questions about rentability, conservative cash-flow fit, repair scope, and renter appeal. Step 6 stresses trusting the process over emotion when making offers, using contingencies (inspection, financing) and due diligence (including HOA rental restrictions) as guide rails and exits. Greg closes with a sample 60-day timeline used in his coaching program, invites listeners to take a 45-second quiz at Kurznergroup.com (Kurznergroup.com), previews the next episode on how much money is needed to start, and encourages subscribing and leaving a review. 00:00 Start Here: A 90-Day Roadmap to Your First Rental Property 02:26 Step 1: Your First Deal’s Real Job (Momentum Over Perfection) 06:42 Step 2: Define Your Buy Box to Kill Overwhelm 10:08 Step 3: Get Funding Clarity (Pre-Approval Before You Shop) 14:49 Step 4: Build Your Investor Team (Who Not How) 19:03 Step 5: Filter Deals Instead of Over-Analyzing 20:45 Step 6: Make Offers with Confidence—Trust the Process 23:36 Your First 60 Days: A Simple Timeline + Final Takeaways 24:55 Wrap-Up: Quiz, Next Episode, and Call to Action Mentioned in this episode: Pre Roll_ Investor's Momentum_ First Deal Confidence Kit This Ad version also offers Ebook download. Post Roll_ Real Estate Launchpad_ Roadmap Broadcast This Ad offers the Facebook community to listeners.

6. 

   24 Feb 2026

   Welcome to Real Estate Launchpad: Your First Step to Financial Freedom - Episode 1

   Episode 1 – Welcome to The Real Estate Launchpad In this debut episode, host Greg Kurzner introduces The Real Estate Launchpad Podcast—your weekly guide to finally starting your real estate investing journey. Greg explains the mission of the show, his 30 years of experience buying, selling, building, and managing thousands of properties, and how each episode will help you gain the clarity and confidence to buy your first property. Listeners will get a preview of recurring segments like First Deal Stories, Mistakes Were Made, Coaching Corner, Market & Industry Insights, and Tools & Tech—all designed to equip you with real-world knowledge and momentum to launch your investing journey. 📅 New episodes every Tuesday at 5 AM ET. 🌐 Learn more at kurznergroup.com/podcast Call to Action: Download your First Deal Confidence Kit and start taking the first step toward financial freedom today! Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction & Welcome [00:16] Who is Greg Kurzner? (Host background and experience) [00:44] Why this podcast? (Mission and who it’s for) [01:29] What to expect: Format & Episode Types [01:56] Special Series: “First Deal Stories” & “Mistakes Were Made” [02:23] Recurring Segments: Coaching Corner, Market & Industry, Tools & Tech [02:47] When & Where to Listen (Release schedule and platforms) [03:13] Subscribe and Final Thoughts

7. 

   31 Oct 2025

   Welcome to The Real Estate Launchpad Podcast – Helping New & Aspiring Investors Take Off!

   Episode Summary: In this 2-minute trailer, host Greg Kurzner introduces The Real Estate Launchpad Podcast — a show built to inspire and equip new and aspiring real estate investors to take confident action toward buying their first or next property. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: What to expect from the show each week How this podcast will help you go from dreaming to doing Why Greg created this show after helping thousands of investors succeed The recurring segments: First Deal Stories, Mistakes Were Made, Tools & Technology, and The Coach’s Corner About the Host: Greg Kurzner is the CEO and Head Coach of Kurzner Group Coaching, and Founder of Resideum Real Estate, Resideum Capital, and Halcyon Remodeling. With over 35 years of experience and 8,000+ transactions, Greg’s mission is simple: help people like you take off and achieve financial freedom through real estate. Call to Action: 🎯 Subscribe on your favorite podcast app 📘 Grab your free First Deal Confidence Kit at KurznerGroup.com/podcast (https://KurznerGroup.com/podcast) 🚀 Join the community of investors ready to take off toward financial freedom

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