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In this episode, Charlie Diradour, Owner of Lion’s Paw Development, shares a masterclass in legacy, discipline, and thinking in decades instead of deals. Charlie reveals how he turned his family’s immigrant roots and storied Richmond properties into a portfolio of the city's most iconic corners. From making the high-stakes choice to buy out his family estate at age 21 to his conservative "buy-and-hold" philosophy, Charlie explains how patience and relationship-driven stewardship outperform short-term aggression. Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #CharlieDiradour #LionsPawDevelopment #RichmondRealEstate #RVA #GenerationalWealth #RealEstateInvesting #MisfitToPrime #LegacyBuilding #BuyAndHoldDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode of The Virginia Investor Podcast, Mike Hogan, Founder of The Hogan Group, shares his evolution from owning a marketing company to leading a powerhouse real estate brokerage of over 100 agents. Mike reflects on the grit required to survive the 2008 financial crisis and how those challenges shaped his "abundance mindset," emphasizing that his drive for success is rooted in building a lasting legacy for his family. Whether you are scaling a team or looking to make your first move, Mike’s "just buy the deal" philosophy is the practical push every investor needs.Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #MikeHogan #TheHoganGroup #VirginiaRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #Entrepreneurship #AbundanceMindset #WealthBuildingDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, host Stephen Glover is joined by Dustin Olverson, a U.S. Army veteran of 25 years and the founder of OneDream Realty Group and Regal Title. Dustin shares a powerful story of resilience, from growing up in the "concrete jungle" of Manhattan’s Tribeca to overcoming the labels of special education and the challenges of being a young father at age 17. He candidly discusses how his military service provided a necessary new identity and taught him to outwork low expectations, eventually leading him to master the art of leadership and real estate. Today, as a leader of GRID Richmond and Virginia Beach, Dustin emphasizes the critical importance of leveraging a strong professional network and maintaining "just-in-time" learning to turn every obstacle into an opportunity for growth.Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #DustinOlverson #VeteranInvestor #RealEstateInvesting #Leadership #GRIDRichmond #VirginiaRealEstate #OneDreamRealty #RegalTitle #InvestorMindset
In this episode, we sit down with Connor Townsend to talk about what it really looks like to start investing in today’s market. While many of our past guests manage massive portfolios, Connor is in the early stages — learning, building his network, doing his first deals, and taking action despite uncertainty.We discuss moving from the learning phase to the action phase, why your first step matters more than perfection, and what it truly takes to begin.Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us:Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #ConnorTownsend #RealEstateInvesting #VirginiaRealEstate #RealEstatePodcast #InvestorMindset #TakeActionDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Besci, a lifelong entrepreneur who built multiple businesses before going full-time into real estate, raising millions in capital, and specializing in affordable Section 8 housing.Brandon shares his journey from dropping out of VCU to building businesses, and his first Petersburg deals under $50k. He breaks down scaling with BRRRR, private lending, and pivoting to seller-financing, and finally launching Sheltering Village nonprofit to shelter families in crisis.Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #BrandonBesci #RealEstateInvesting #Section8 #PrivateEquity #VirginiaRealEstate
In this episode, we sit down with Trevor Persaud, a real estate investor and builder who successfully navigated the transition from a high-level corporate IT career to full-time entrepreneurship in real estate.Trevor shares his journey from arriving in the U.S. from Guyana to mastering the art of the "side hustle" while managing major data centers. He breaks down his strategic pivot from house flipping to new construction and stockpiling infill lots, explaining why quality over quantity is the key to scaling. We also dive into how he leveraged his corporate background to build a resilient, systems-driven real estate business.Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #TrevorPersaud #RealEstateInvesting #RVARealEstate #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcast #NewConstruction #FinancialFreedom #CorporateToEntrepreneur #PropertyManagement #RVAInvestorsDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Dillon Dull, an investor who mastered the "nuts and bolts" of the industry on construction crews long before closing his first deal.Dillon discusses his transition from accounting to full-time investing, his first $20,000 Craigslist find, and why speed is the ultimate profit driver. He also shares how to leverage local banking and why he’s pivoting into self-storage to scale with fewer "human headaches."Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #DillonDull #RealEstateInvesting #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcast #SelfStorage #PropertyManagement #TriCitiesVA #FinancialFreedom #PortfolioLendingDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Hall, owner of Halls of Insurance. A Richmond native, and expert in property insurance- known for decades of experience, super fast response time, and a commitment to the client.Chris breaks down the essentials of real estate: protecting your assets when vacant, avoiding pitfalls like aging roofs, asbestos, and dead trees, and vetting contractors to keep your portfolio bulletproof.Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod To learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe to @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #ChrisHall #HallsOfInsurance #StephenGlover #RealEstateInvesting #InsuranceTips #AssetProtection #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcastDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Betsy Kline, the creative powerhouse behind Kline Designs. From sleeping on tile floors with no AC to being featured in The New York Times, Betsy’s journey is a masterclass in grit and vision.Betsy reveals why she doesn’t design houses for everyone—she designs for "raving fans." She shares raw stories about starting with negative $4 in her account, the importance of Richmond's historical character, and the hard truth that you can never "out-design a bad neighborhood."Whether you’re scaling short-term rentals or fighting analysis paralysis, this episode is packed with truth bombs on leadership and high-impact design.Stream the full episode on all platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #StephenGlover #BetsyKline #KlineDesigns #RealEstateInvesting #RichmondRealEstate #VirginiaPodcastDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Alie Murphy, a Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur, and CEO of FinishGreen. Known as a "systems builder" and "Rodeo mom," Alie has mastered the art of running multiple successful companies while living life on the road.From training horses in rural Virginia to overcoming major health challenges, Alie’s journey is one of radical restructuring. She shares the hard-earned lessons from failing "embarrassingly" and how those moments taught her that true freedom isn't just about owning a business — it’s about building the systems and boundaries that keep that business from becoming a prison.Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms! 🎧Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @JoinPeakPM#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #AlieMurphy #FinishGreen #StephenGlover #RealEstateInvestor #Entrepreneurship #SystemsAndProcesses #WorkLifeBalance #VirginiaPodcastDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinions shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Wendy Coles, a Real Estate Agent, Investor, and Entrepreneur whose story is a testament to resilience and redefining success.Wendy did not enter real estate from a place of comfort or privilege—she fought her way into it, overcoming homelessness, a criminal conviction, and navigating the world as a young mother on the run. In this candid episode, she shares the mindset that allowed her to escape the darkest corners and build a thriving real estate career. Get her powerful perspective on finding freedom and the unmatched drive that comes from fighting for success.🎧 Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #WendyColes #StephenGlover #RealEstateInvestor #Entrepreneurship #Motivation #RVAInvestor #VirginiaPodcastDISCLAIMER:This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing discussed here should be considered legal, tax, insurance, financial, or investment advice. Opinion shared by me, Stephen Glover, or my guests, even if they are licensed professionals, are general in nature. Always consult your own professionals before making any decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Harsh Thakker, Developer and Co-Founder of Dorado Capital, who has rapidly scaled his company to over $50 million in completed and ongoing projects.Harsh shares his journey from an RVA immigrant to leading one of the region's fastest-growing development firms, discussing how Dorado Capital scaled to over 100 acres. Get his masterclass on strategic development, including overcoming public pushback and his indispensable advice for aspiring developers: start small to learn the entire process, from permitting to partnership. 🏗️🎧 Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #HarshThakker #StephenGlover #RealEstateDevelopment #RVAInvestor #DoradoCapital #BuildToRent #VirginiaPodcast
In this episode, we sit down with Maurice "Chipp" Naylon, a former Marine Corps Infantry Officer who leveraged his nine years of disciplined service into becoming a disciplined investor, CPA, developer, and author.Chipp shares his military philosophy of "officers eat last" and the hard lessons from his first "disastrous" VA loan purchase. He delivers a crucial masterclass on financial discipline, emphasizing that "financing is king"—you must run the numbers before falling in love with a property. Learn how to apply military-grade discipline to your investment analysis. 🚀🎧 Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #ChippNaylon #StephenGlover #MilitaryToRE #RealEstateFinance #CPA #InvestorMindset #VirginiaPodcast
In this episode, we talk tax strategy with Greg DiNardo, CPA and Co-Founder of SegTax. Greg leveraged his unique background in accounting and software to revolutionize cost segregation.Learn how SegTax is utilizing AI and 3D scanning to deliver engineer-grade cost segregation studies faster and cheaper than ever before. This process accelerates depreciation, allowing investors to recognize massive paper losses in year one, drastically reducing their tax liability.This conversation is a must-listen for investors looking for the ultimate tax hack and turning their property into a "time value of money play." 💰🎧 Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #GregDiNardo #StephenGlover #CostSegregation #RealEstateTax #TaxHacks #AIinRE #Depreciation
In this inspiring episode, we dive into the comeback story of investor Nathan Janocka! Nathan started in construction, lost his entire company in the 2009 crash, and then heroically rebuilt his business from nothing.Discover the resilience needed to turn a catastrophic failure into a scalable, multi-faceted portfolio covering single-family, multi-family, and even infill lot development. Nathan shares the "aha" moment from his first BRRRR deal that sparked his momentum and how he now masters the art of execution through strong relationships.This is a must-listen for anyone who has ever faced a setback and needs the blueprint for a comeback! 🚀🎧 Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #NathanJanocka #RealEstateComeback #BRRRR #InvestorMindset #ConstructionManagement #Execution
In this impactful episode, we feature real estate titan Lori Eubanks! With over 100 properties and 70+ private lending deals, Lori shares her proven strategies across wholesaling, luxury flips, and short-term rentals.Discover the disciplined mindset behind her massive success—from the frugal lessons of her youth to building a powerful, diversified portfolio. This conversation is a masterclass in investor focus, perfect for anyone ready to scale their real estate game.🎧 Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #LoriEubanks #RealEstateInvestor #InvestorMindset #WealthBuilding #ShortTermRentals
In this special episode, we sit down with Simone Hamilton, our longest-tenured remote team member from Belize, who has worked with Peak Property Management for almost five years! Recorded during her very first in-person visit, this conversation dives deep into the reality of building culture across borders. This conversation tackles self-doubt and the challenge of remote time management. Simone reveals how leadership's support fights "perfectionism," proving that being "slightly uncomfortable at all times" is key to team growth. Get a raw look at what it takes to build a cohesive, high-performing team regardless of geography. 🎧Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #PeakPropertyManagement#RemoteWork #TeamCulture #SimoneHamilton #LeadershipSupport #GrowthMindset
In this unforgettable episode, Deane Cheatham—a Partner of Hometown Realty—shares his three decades of real estate success and the incredible discipline that anchors his life. Hear his raw journey of leading one of the region's most successful brokerages and overcoming unimaginable loss and profound adversity. Deane shares why discipline, leadership, and a strong community are the true keys to building a lasting legacy. 🎧Stream the full episode on all streaming platforms!Connect with us: Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPod Learn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #DeaneCheatham #SEALTeamMindset #Leadership #OvercomeAdversity #RealEstateLegacy #HometownRealty
In Episode 16, Investor Alex Griffith shares his blueprint for intentional portfolio growth. Learn how he sources deals and uses layered catalysts to protect his downside. Plus, hear how his hands-on construction knowledge is his biggest advantage! This is essential listening for quality-focused and intentional investors. 🎧Connect with us:Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #AlexGriffith #LegacySellers #LayeredCatalysts #RVARealEstate #StrategicInvesting #IntentionalGrowth
In this incredible episode, Daniil Kleyman, Real Estate Developer and Owner of RehabValuator, shares his raw journey from standing in Soviet bread lines to becoming a $100+ million developer. Hear how he traded being miserable on Wall Street for true fulfillment in real estate, and learn his strategy for creating assets that will pay you forever. Don't miss this blueprint for building the American Dream from scratch! 🎧Connect with us:Follow The Virginia Investor Podcast on all socials: @VAInvestorPodLearn more about Peak Property Management, subscribe @Joinpeakpm#TheVirginiaInvestorPodcast #VAInvestorPod #DaniilKleyman #RehabValuator #RealEstateDeveloper #MoscowToMillions #AmericanDream #Mindset
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