The Del Walmsley Radio Show

Meet Keenan Kimble, a 29-year-old development permit enforcer who discovered a different perspective on earning income after reading a portion of Rich Dad Poor Dad. Like many young professionals, he was accustomed to trading time for money—until he encountered concepts that opened his eyes to alternative approaches for building wealth.   His journey reveals the mental barriers that can keep people stuck, the insights that sparked his interest in real estate investing, and what he experienced when he received his first rental payment. Keenan shares the fear and hesitation he faced, how he overcame analysis paralysis, and the process of going from complete beginner to owning multiple properties.   What You'll Discover The tax-related insight that shifted Keenan's understanding of how different income sources are treated How fear and analysis paralysis affected his early property search, and what finally motivated him to move forward What Keenan experienced when he received his first rental payment and how it differed from his W-2 income   Key Timestamps 08:49 Tax Strategy Discussion - Conversation about how tax treatment differs between earned income and rental property income 12:06 Income Comparison Insights - Exploring the relationship between earned income, taxes, and passive income needs 16:40 Overcoming Initial Hesitation - How analysis paralysis affected early deal evaluation and what led to taking action 23:03 First Rental Payment Experience - Keenan describes receiving his first rental payment and how it differed from traditional income 28:00 Building Confidence Through Experience - How the property acquisition process evolved from first to third purchase   FAQs How do you overcome the fear of making your first real estate investment? According to the discussion, fear is normal for beginners. The conversation suggests that at some point, you may need to commit to moving forward with a property and focus on making it work rather than endlessly searching for the perfect opportunity. What should someone expect when starting in real estate investing? The episode discusses the importance of education first, working with experienced professionals, and understanding that the learning process involves both study and practical application. How does re...

September 4th marks exactly 35 years since the founding of a real estate education company that has weathered every market cycle, recession, and economic shift while countless competitors came and went. What separates lasting education from programs that disappear after a few years?          This milestone episode explores key principles that have remained unchanged for over three decades and the evolution of real estate education delivery. From the early days of computer kiosk training to today's online accessibility, discover what factors to consider when choosing your path to financial education.             What You'll Discover            Why a significant percentage of this organization's members come through referrals rather than advertising, and what this reveals about education approaches       The distinction between having a job and exploring passive income concepts that don't require active time trading       How changing market conditions can create different opportunities for educated investors                  Key Timestamps     02:30 The Full Circle Moment - Why second-generation investors are now joining the same program their parents used decades ago     07:00 What Made the Difference - The discovery about where most of this organization's members actually come from     13:00 The Monthly Check Reality - A candid discussion about what passive income might look like in practice     19:30 Breaking Free from Job Limitations - Why traditional education prepares you for employment but not wealth building concepts     24:00 The Survivor Test - How decades of market cycles can separate different education approaches             FAQs            What happens to real estate education companies that don't last?       Many programs that focus on quick results disappear within a few years, often after regulatory issues or when market conditions expose flawed strategies. Longevity in education may indicate approaches that work across different economic cycles.                 Why do some people succeed in real estate while others don't?       Success often relates to taking action rather than just consuming information. Many people gather knowledge but never implement what they learn, while others start with basic education and build systematically.          

After 35 years of building wealth through real estate, one fundamental truth emerges: assets create lasting wealth while side hustles create temporary income. This episode reveals why the difference between owning assets and chasing the latest money-making trend determines your financial future.   Discover how a strategic approach to property ownership illustrates the compound power of real estate investing. Learn why the current wave of online income strategies often leaves people working harder without building true wealth, and explore the mindset shift that separates those who build generational wealth from those who stay trapped in the hustle cycle.   What You'll Discover Why focusing on assets instead of side hustles creates wealth that compounds automatically over decades How a strategic property investment approach demonstrates the reality of real estate appreciation and cash flow The crucial difference between working for money and having your money work for you through asset ownership   Key Timestamps 00:32 The 35-Year Foundation - Why starting Lifestyles Unlimited as an asset-building system rather than a business hustle made all the difference 07:40 The Property Investment Example - Breaking down how strategic real estate purchases demonstrate wealth building over time 16:20 The Asset Foundation Principle - Why building your wealth foundation early creates exponential results later 21:30 Special Membership Opportunity - Upcoming events and listening tour plans 30:40 Assets vs Inflation Protection - How real estate keeps pace with economic growth while side hustles leave you behind   FAQs What's the main difference between building wealth through assets versus side hustles? Assets work for you continuously, generating income and appreciating in value without requiring your constant attention. Side hustles require you to actively work to generate income, making them essentially another job rather than true wealth building. How does real estate create wealth over extended periods? The combination of property appreciation, positive cash flow, and mortgage paydown creates multiple wealth streams. Real estate provides both ongoing rental income and long-term value growth when held over extended periods. Why is real estate considered better pro...

Feeling trapped in corporate life? Robert Hale understands that frustration. After 20 years in oil and gas, rising from engineer to regional manager, he discovered that climbing the corporate ladder often brings more bureaucracy and challenging boardroom dynamics. His journey from experienced professional to successful real estate investor shows how one conversation can shift your entire perspective.   What started as a casual radio listen during a Sunday gas stop became a complete career transformation. Robert shares his progression from curious listener to passive investor to mentor, demonstrating how following proven strategies can create new possibilities beyond traditional corporate paths.   What You'll Discover How corporate frustration can become the catalyst for exploring real estate investing opportunities that change your perspective The strategic approach to transitioning from passive syndication investments to becoming a lead investor and mentor Why the first 90 days after acquiring a property are critical, and the specific actions that create immediate community impact   Key Timestamps 01:23 The Corporate Reality - Robert describes the challenging environment that motivated him to explore alternatives beyond traditional career advancement 02:30 The Sunday That Sparked Interest - How hearing one radio show question about savings sparked curiosity about passive income concepts 09:46 Starting with Passive Investments - The strategic approach to building experience through passive syndication deals while learning from other investors 13:46 The Transition to Lead Investor - What convinced an engineer to move from passive investments to actively leading real estate projects 23:13 The Critical First 90 Days - Essential strategies for creating immediate impact and community transformation after property acquisition   FAQs What convinced Robert to transition from passive investing to becoming a lead investor? His engineering and project management background aligned well with real estate operations, plus the comprehensive support system of mentors and consultants made the transition feel more achievable. How does someone overcome hesitation about getting started in real estate investing? Robert observes that new investors often struggle with either being overzealous about any opportunity, or being hesitant about negotiation. Having experienced mentors who can guide decision-making helps provide confidence. ...

What if the stress you're avoiding could actually set you free? While others debate whether physical fitness challenges are "too dangerous," there's a deeper parallel most people miss entirely.   The same principle that transforms your body through progressive resistance might apply to your financial life. This episode explores how different types of stress affect your wealth-building journey, and why most people choose the stress that destroys rather than the stress that builds.   You'll hear about research that suggests chronic financial worry can impact everything from sleep patterns to relationship dynamics. The discussion also covers why people often avoid financial improvement strategies using excuses about being "too poor," "too rich," "too young," or "too old" - when the real issue might be something entirely different.   What You'll Discover The progressive resistance principle from fitness and how it might apply to financial growth, including why avoiding all financial stress could keep you trapped in your current situation What research reveals about the psychological and physical impact of financial insecurity, and how it potentially affects sleep disturbances, high blood pressure, and relationship dynamics The social isolation effect of financial stress and how surrounding yourself with like-minded people discussing financial goals might create psychological freedom   Key Timestamps 03:45 The Push-Up Parallel - Discussion of how starting with what seems impossible can lead to progress through gradual adaptation and progressive challenge 11:00 The Research Results - Exploration of what collective research suggests about the psychological drain and physical manifestations of financial insecurity 18:30 The Social Impact - How financial stress can create shame leading to social withdrawal and isolation from potentially helpful connections 25:45 The Community Aspect - Discussion of how connecting with others who share similar financial goals can provide psychological support 34:30 The Anniversary Event - Information about an upcoming educational workshop and networking opportunity   FAQs How might financial stress physically impact your body? The episode discusses research suggesting chronic financial worry can trigger stress responses that may manifest as sleep disturbances, high blood pressure, digestive issues, and increased cortisol levels.   What's the difference between productive stress and destructive stress? Productive stress comes from challenging yourself to grow (like exercise or strategic investments), while destructive stress comes from feeling trapped with no clear path forward.   Why do people avoid taking action on financial improvement?

The gig economy promises freedom, but delivers financial uncertainty. Most people working gigs face higher taxes, zero job security, and no clear path to retirement. What if there was a way to combine gig work with passive income?   Del explores how the gig economy might actually complement real estate investing perfectly. He discusses the tax challenges gig workers face and reveals how qualifying as a real estate professional could potentially offset those disadvantages. This episode examines both the problems with gig work and the possibilities when you add passive income to the mix.   What You'll Discover Why the gig economy might perfectly complement passive income streams from real estate investing The specific tax burden you face as an independent contractor and how real estate professional status could help Why Del's personal transition to passive income allowed him the flexibility to pursue different business ventures   Key Timestamps 03:00 The Perfect Match Revelation - Why passive income and gig work create the ultimate combination for freedom and security 10:30 The Tax Reality Shock - Independent contractors pay both sides of Social Security and Medicare, potentially doubling your tax burden 12:30 The Real Estate Professional Advantage - How working 740 hours annually in real estate activities can qualify gig workers for tax advantages 15:58 The AI Retirement Reality - Why artificial intelligence has no real answers for gig worker retirement beyond traditional failed strategies 22:45 The Job Security Truth - Del's father's lesson about performance percentiles and why job security depends on where you rank   FAQs How do gig workers handle retirement without traditional benefits? Del explains that traditional advice tells gig workers to save money in retirement accounts just like employees, but artificial intelligence couldn't provide better guidance than basic savings strategies. The alternative involves building passive income streams that provide security whether you're working gigs or not.   What tax advantages can gig workers get that employees can't? Independent contractors face higher tax burdens, potentially paying both employer and employee portions of Social Security and Medicare taxes, but they can also qualify as real estate professionals if they work the required hours in real estate activities. This allows them to use passive losses from real estate to offset their gig income.   How does passive income complement gig work? Del explains that passive income from real estate provides regular monthly income whether you're working gigs or not. This gives you a financial foundation while maintaining the flexibility that gig work offers.   Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today

Tell Del Tuesday Special: 35th Anniversary Edition   What does it take to transform from skeptical corporate professionals to financially free real estate investors? Today's guests, Peggy and Leo Morgan, joined Lifestyles Unlimited in 2014 during a personal financial crisis and discovered something that changed everything about their approach to wealth building.   As a former banker, Peggy had every reason to be suspicious of real estate "schemes." As a career salesman, Leo understood sales tactics better than most. Yet something about the Lifestyles Unlimited approach broke through their professional skepticism and led them to get into 10 deals in their first year.   Their transformation story reveals the critical mindset shifts that separate those who achieve financial freedom from those who remain trapped in corporate life. From building their portfolio through strategic refinancing to positioning themselves for the current market upswing, their journey demonstrates what becomes possible when you stop contemplating and start implementing.   What You'll Discover The breakthrough realization that convinced a skeptical banker and experienced salesman to trust the Lifestyles Unlimited system Why focusing on both the deal and the syndicator creates better investment outcomes than choosing just one approach The "Don't Eat Your Seed Corn" strategy that builds portfolio wealth through strategic refinancing and reinvestment   Key Timestamps 02:45 The Skeptic's Journey - How a banker's due diligence process uncovered the credibility markers that broke through years of professional wariness 10:35 The Networking Strategy - Leo's approach to meeting every single lead in the system and how this aggressive networking strategy accelerated their success 12:15 Horse vs Jockey Revelation - Del's critical question about deal quality versus syndicator expertise and how 11 years of experience changed their perspective 16:45 Market Cycle Mastery - The education problem that emerged during recent market changes and why Del returned to intensive member teaching 21:15 Seed Corn Strategy Explained - How strategic refinancing and reinvestment builds portfolio wealth while maintaining cash flow security   FAQs What convinced a professional banker to overcome skepticism about real estate investing? The credibility came from verifiable third-party validation - seeing National Apartment Association award winners' names on the official website, meeting mortgage brokers and real estate professionals who vouched for the organization, and discovering permanent brick-and-mortar offices instead of temporary hotel seminars. The combination of trackable achievements and professional endorsements from industry insiders provided the proof needed.   How important is the syndicator versus the deal qualit...

What if the biggest barrier to real estate investing isn't what you think it is? After 35 years in the business, Del Walmsley has seen every excuse, every fear, and every rationalization that keeps people stuck. Today, he's breaking down the real reasons you haven't started investing yet—and more importantly, showing you exactly how to overcome them.   This isn't your typical motivational talk. Del dives deep into the psychology behind investment paralysis, revealing how perceived barriers like "high capital requirements" and "market complexity" are often just smoke screens for deeper fears. He explains the hard money lending system that can get you started with minimal out-of-pocket investment and why market downturns actually create the best opportunities.   But here's what makes this episode different: Del is celebrating Lifestyles Unlimited's 35th anniversary with a completely revamped seminar that includes not just the basics, but decades of hard-learned lessons about what goes wrong and how to avoid it. He's pulling back the curtain on 35 years of member mistakes, market cycles, and breakthrough strategies.   What You'll Discover The psychological trap that convinces successful professionals they "can't afford" to invest (and the leverage system that flips this completely) Why market downturns are actually the best time to build wealth—and the counterintuitive advantage experienced investors have during economic uncertainty The real truth about tenant problems and unexpected expenses (it's all about the decisions you make before you buy)   Key Timestamps 01:51 The 35-Year Anniversary Announcement - Del reveals his special celebration plans and why this milestone matters for investors 09:20 Breaking Down the Barrier Myth - Real numbers on hard money lending that can get you started with minimal capital 19:20 The Fear of Risk Exposed - How proper renovations eliminate the "unexpected expense" nightmare most investors face 22:00 Why Market Downturns Are Golden - The counterintuitive truth about when real estate investors make their best money 26:40 The Tenant Screening Reality - Moving beyond assumptions to practical tenant qualification that protects your investment   FAQs How much money do I really need to get started in real estate investing? Using hard money lending systems, you may need significantly less out-of-pocket capital than traditional investment approaches. The key is understanding after-repair value lending where lenders provide a substantial percentage of the property's value after renovations, often covering both purchase and improvement costs while minimizing your initial investment.   Is it really better to invest during market downturns? Market downturns create opportunities because foreclosures increase,...

What separates a 35-year track record from the countless real estate gurus who've come and gone? Del Walmsley reflects on an extraordinary milestone - three and a half decades of helping people build wealth through real estate investing. While Donald Trump's program got shut down, Robert Kiyosaki went off selling gold and silver, and countless other "experts" vanished into obscurity, Del is still here, still teaching, still mentoring.   The reason isn't luck. It's the difference between simplicity on the other side of complexity and the flashy promises that burn out. Del shares the brutal truth about what happened when inexperienced syndicators flooded the market, pushing prices to dangerous levels while interest rates plummeted. He warned about the coming crash in video after video - and then had to step back in personally to protect his members when even his own mentors couldn't say "no" to deals that made no sense.   This isn't just a celebration of longevity. It's a masterclass in recognizing market cycles, understanding when to buy and when to walk away, and why rising foreclosures might be the best news real estate investors have heard in years.   What You'll Discover • The strategic insight that kept Del in business for 35 years while every other real estate guru disappeared or got sued • Why the current foreclosure surge in major cities like Houston creates a double-edged opportunity for savvy investors • The mindset shift that transforms market crashes from disasters into wealth-building goldmines at 50 cents on the dollar   Key Timestamps 01:05 The 35-Year Reality Check - Why Del outlasted Trump, Kiyosaki, and every other real estate guru from the early days 06:00 The Evolution of Delegation - How Del systematically gave away pieces of his business to avoid burnout while maintaining quality 21:00 The Grant Cardone Effect - What happened when inexperienced syndicators flooded the market and why Del had to step back in 24:00 The Mentor Problem Nobody Talks About - Why successful mentors who never experienced failure couldn't protect students from bad deals 29:00 Foreclosure Surge Strategy - How rising foreclosures in Houston and Texas create the perfect storm for real estate profits   FAQs What makes Del's approach different from other real estate education programs? Del focuses on simplicity on the other side of complexity - taking 35 years of experience and distilling it down to actionable strategies. Unlike programs that disappeared or got shut down, his approach has withstood multiple market cycles and economic downturns.   Why does Del say foreclosures are good news for real estate investors? Foreclosures create a triple opportunity: investors can buy properties at 50 cents on the dollar, people who lose homes need rental properties, and the government benefits fro...

What if you could own multiple apartment complexes and manage them all with just one phone call per day? Del reveals the exact scaling strategy that took him from single-family rentals to owning a 64-unit, 68-unit, and 88-unit apartment complex on the same street - and how proper delegation made larger properties easier to manage than small ones.   This isn't about grinding harder or becoming a celebrity guru. Del breaks down why passive income through real estate beats the hustle mentality, and shares the specific systems that let him delegate everything from leasing to maintenance to major renovations. He reveals how the right manager taught him a valuable lesson about overcomplicating success, and why economics of scale can dramatically increase your profits.   What You'll Discover The delegation system that makes managing 64+ units easier than managing single-family homes Why having on-site managers and maintenance teams eliminates most landlord problems How economics of scale can save thousands monthly when you own multiple properties   Key Timestamps 02:30 The Freedom Philosophy - Why Del chose passive income over the celebrity hustle approach 05:00 The 10-Unit Learning Experience - How hiring an on-site manager for $200/month changed everything 11:30 The 64-Unit Breakthrough - When professional management makes real estate truly passive 18:00 The 68-Unit Acquisition - How Del bought the property across the street using creative financing 25:40 The Renovation Revelation - When his manager proved that simpler was more profitable   FAQs How do you manage apartment complexes without constant involvement? Del explains using on-site managers as "eyes and ears, hands and legs" so you don't have to drive to properties. With the right systems, any problem can be solved from home through proper delegation to qualified people on-site.   At what size property can you afford professional management? According to Del's experience, at 10 units you can afford a basic on-site manager for around $200/month. At 64+ units, you can support full-time professional management and maintenance staff.   Can you really manage large properties with just one phone call per day? Yes, Del demonstrates how he managed three apartment complexes on the same street with one daily check-in call. The key is having experienced managers who know more about day-to-day operations than the owner does.   Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn...

Del shares insights from listening to another podcast where a business and marketing expert repeatedly backed away from real estate deals, despite wanting to get involved. The host works from 8 AM to 7 PM daily, considers his heroes work much harder than he does, yet can't grasp the fundamentals of real estate investing.   This business expert kept interviewing real estate investors but couldn't understand how they make money, believing it happens "out of thin air" without skill or education. Each time he learned about what real estate investing actually involves, he threw his arms up and said "there's the secret, that's why I would never do that."   Del contrasts this with his own approach - retiring from the long-hour work ethic at age 34, now doing one radio show per day, a few phone calls, and occasional business meetings while his real estate produces income automatically.   What You'll Discover • Why a business expert working 60+ hours weekly couldn't understand real estate investing fundamentals • How Del's first $25,000 house (bought for $2,500 down) would be worth $250,000-$300,000 minimum today • The difference between wholesalers who hustle daily versus investors who own assets long-term   Key Timestamps 02:30 The Business Expert's Problem - Why someone successful in business believes money can work without skill or education 07:20 Three Ways Houses Make Money - Cash flow, mortgage paydown, and appreciation explained with real examples 14:30 Why Leasing Houses is Simple - Put the right price on a good product and your phone rings off the hook 26:40 The $25,000 Duplex Investment - How Del made $2,000 monthly cash flow on a $25,000 down payment 35 years ago 28:00 Single Family vs Multifamily Management - Why families with kids stay 4-11 years versus more transient renters   FAQs How did Del make $2,000 monthly cash flow on a $25,000 investment? Del bought five duplexes (10 units total) for $200,000 with $25,000 down through owner financing. Each unit generated $200 per month positive cash flow, totaling $2,000 monthly. This happened 35 years ago when prices were much lower.   Why do some business people struggle with real estate investing? According to Del, some people believe money can work without skill, education, or willingness to learn. They want others to find deals and handle everything while they just provide money, not understanding that successful investing requires knowledge about evaluating deals, renovation costs, and tenant screening.   What's the difference between working hard and owning assets? Wholesalers and flippers work 60+ hours weekly finding deals - that's their job and they earn small profits for their hustle. Investors learn to evaluate those deals, buy t...

"We were both successful in upper management in the oil and gas industry... but our tax bill was enormous. That's what really started us looking into alternative investment vehicles." - Candida   What happens when two highly successful oil industry professionals earning six figures decide they're "sick of the corporate grind"? Matt and Candida Wolfram discovered the answer through real estate investing, retiring from their demanding careers and building a portfolio of 23 passive deals totaling 3,500 doors.   This isn't another get-rich-quick story. The Wolframs were already financially successful with engineering degrees, MBAs, and excellent salaries working in Houston's oil and gas industry. Yet something was missing. Their massive tax burden from two high W-2 incomes and the realization that they were trading time for money with essentially zero passive income led them to explore real estate as an escape route from corporate life.   Their journey reveals the exact strategies that allowed Matt to retire approximately 11 months after joining Lifestyles Unlimited in 2016, while Candida followed after completing her golden handcuffs obligations. From skeptical professionals to successful multifamily syndicators now managing properties in Tennessee, their story shows how real estate can transform even the most comfortable corporate careers into true financial freedom.   What You'll Discover • Why calculating your "passive return on net worth" revealed they were making essentially zero passive income despite substantial wealth - How Matt retired in about 11 months by combining multifamily passive investments with 8 single-family rental houses - The networking strategy they used to connect with experienced investors and find quality multifamily investment opportunities   Key Timestamps 03:08 The Tax Wake-Up Call - How an enormous tax bill from two high W-2 incomes sparked their search for alternative investments and led them to real estate 05:52 The Devastating Calculation - The eye-opening moment when they calculated their passive return on net worth and realized they were making essentially zero passive income despite substantial wealth 12:05 Finding Deals Through Networking - The simple but powerful strategy they used to connect with multifamily syndicators and get on distribution lists for quality deals 19:32 The 11-Month Retirement Strategy - How Matt retired from his oil industry job using passive multifamily investments plus 8 single-family houses for immediate cash flow 26:08 From Passive to Syndicator - Why they decided to become multifamily syndicators themselves and how they found their first deal in Candida's hometown of Knoxville   FAQs How did Matt retire in approximately 11 months with real estate? Matt combined income from 3-4 mul...

What drives every decision you make? What belief system runs your life behind the scenes? Del shares the deeply personal story of how two very different father figures shaped his approach to life, risk, and success.   Through raw stories about his conservative CPA father who worked until the day he died and his entrepreneurial college professor uncle who started bowling alleys, bars, and restaurants, Del reveals how choosing the right inspiration can break generational cycles of struggle. This episode centers around the classic "Cats in the Cradle" song and Del's painful realization about his uncle's final phone call.   The story takes an emotional turn as Del reflects on how financial freedom allowed him to be present for his daughter's childhood in ways his own father never could. From changing diapers to taking dance lessons together, he breaks down why time - not just money - determines the legacy you leave behind.   What You'll Discover • Why Del's uncle called him "just to say I love you" days before passing away - and the heartbreaking realization about generational patterns that followed - How retiring around age 34 gave Del something his hardworking CPA father never had: time to raise his daughter and attend her bodybuilding competitions   - The two completely different life philosophies that shaped Del's path - conservative "don't take risks" versus entrepreneurial "start businesses and take chances"   Key Timestamps 02:30 Following the Wrong Inspiration - Why victims choose victim mentality and how Democratic thinking reflects this approach to life 08:20 Two Brothers, Two Paths - Del's father the conservative CPA versus his uncle who started bowling alleys, bars, and restaurants despite being a college professor 19:00 Financial Freedom's True Purpose - How retiring before having kids at 35-36 allowed Del to be present for diaper changes, dance lessons, and building unbreakable bonds 25:00 The Hustle Trap - Why seminar gurus preaching "10X your life" miss their children's childhood while chasing success that should create freedom 31:00 The Final Call - Del's uncle's last "I love you" conversation and the painful cats-in-the-cradle moment that followed   FAQs How do you break negative family patterns around money? Del learned from watching two opposite approaches - his father's conservative "if it sounds too good to be true, it is" mentality versus his uncle's willingness to start multiple businesses. The key is consciously choosing which family influences to follow rather than automatically inheriting limiting beliefs about risk and money.   Why does financial freedom matter more than financial success? Del's father worked as a CPA and CFO his entire life until the day he died, never attending Del's football games or competitions. Financial freedom gave Del the time to take dance lessons with his daughter, attend her bodybuilding competitions, and build relationships that "can never be taken awa...

"I felt trapped. I felt like I couldn't go anywhere in life. But once I got over that fear and disbelief, I was like, hey, I can actually do this." - Gino   What if you could escape feeling completely stuck in life and transform your financial future with just $750? Gino Henry's journey from Dallas school custodian to successful real estate investor proves that your starting point doesn't determine your destination. After years of attending seminars that left him empty-handed and feeling more trapped than ever, Gino discovered the breakthrough strategy that changed everything.   This isn't another get-rich-quick story. Gino's path involved working two full-time jobs—literally around the clock between two positions—to build the foundation for his real estate success. His first deal using an FHA duplex strategy and Texas Affordable Housing program turned a modest $750 investment into $70,000 profit, while teaching him the skills and confidence to keep building wealth.   What You'll Discover The "whatever it takes" mindset that broke Gino free from years of analysis paralysis and financial frustration How Texas Affordable Housing Corporation can pay your down payment and closing costs on your first investment property Why working two jobs for two years created the financial foundation that made everything else possible   Key Timestamps 02:30 The Breakthrough Moment - David Fisher's simple advice about getting a second job that lit the lightbulb for Gino's transformation 13:15 The Impossible Schedule - How Gino worked from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, then 6 PM to 6 AM the next morning between two HVAC jobs 21:47 The $750 Miracle Deal - The complete breakdown of Gino's first duplex purchase using FHA financing and Texas housing programs 25:30 The $70,000 Payday - How three years of strategic improvement turned his $245,000 purchase into a $315,000 sale 32:17 The Freight Train Mindset - Gino's transformation from trapped custodian to confident real estate investor ready for his next deal   FAQs How can someone with bad credit and no money get started in real estate? According to Gino's experience, the combination of FHA financing for owner-occupied duplexes and state affordable housing programs can eliminate most financial barriers. The key is improving your situation first through increased income and debt reduction.   What is the Texas Affordable Housing Corporation program? This program pays for both down payment and closing costs for first-time homebuyers who commit to living in the property for a minimum of three years. It's designed for owner-occupied properties including duplexes and fourplexes.  

Del Walmsley shares his personal journey from a disillusioned college dropout to building a real estate empire. This raw, unfiltered story reveals the harsh realities he discovered about the corporate world, traditional education, and why the "work harder, save more" mentality is broken.   From crooked finance companies to dairy truck theft schemes, Del exposes the lies embedded in traditional career paths. But when he discovered real estate investing through a mentor named Bill, everything changed. His first deal generated a 132% return on investment, and within two and a half years, his passive income completely replaced his earned income.   This episode pulls back the curtain on how Lifestyles Unlimited began - not as a business plan, but as an accidental movement when 200 people followed Del out of a real estate seminar after he challenged the status quo.   What You'll Discover   Why most people fail before they even start (and the mindset shift that puts you in the top 5%) The "respectable career" lie that keeps smart people trapped in jobs that will never make them wealthy What happens when you stop following conventional wisdom and start learning from people who actually own assets   Key Timestamps   05:00 The Success Formula Nobody Talks About - Why showing up puts you ahead of 75% of people, and what simple actions beat 95% of your competition   11:00 The Corporate Trap That Steals Dreams - How to spot the warning signs that your career path is designed to keep you poor, not make you rich   18:00 When Traditional Investing Betrays You - The wake-up call that forces you to abandon failed retirement strategies and find what actually works   22:00 The Mentor Meeting That Changes Everything - What happens when someone finally shows you real numbers instead of empty promises and theory   27:00 The Accidental Empire Builder - How standing up to fake gurus can create the movement you never knew you needed to lead   FAQs   Q: What if I'm starting with no real estate experience - can I really compete?   A: Most people never even try, and those who do often quit or burn out quickly. By simply committing to learning and taking action, you're already ahead of 95% of potential competitors. The real advantage comes from finding mentors who've actually done deals, not just talked about them.   Q: How do I know if real estate is better than my 401(k) plan?   A: Traditional retirement plans require you to work 40+ years hoping the market performs well enough for you to eventually retire. Real estate gen...