On today’s episode Rich sits down with Soli Cayetano - Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur, and Founder of Out Of State Investor Academy. Soli is a 26 year old investor located in the Bay Area, CA with a portfolio of properties in Ohio, Georgia, and soon to be Palm Springs, CA. In her first 4 years of investing she’s built a $10M portfolio including 45 rentals and a 64 unit multifamily syndication. She started investing using long term and mid term rental strategies and is now expanding into the boutique hotel space to create unique experiences. In 2023 she founded Out of State Investor Academy which has helped hundreds of investors learn how to build cash flow in more affordable markets across the country.

Rich and Soli start off by discussing initially meeting, coordinating yacht meetups, Rich’s first deal, Soli’s experience speaking at the Mid Term Rental Summit, how to raise private capital, the BRRRR strategy, Rich’s first boutique hotel, Soli’s experience as a commercial real estate broker, how Soli got into real estate investing, the opportunities afforded by real estate investing, how Rich got into real estate investing, the price range that Soli buys in, Cincinnati, Georgia, Soli’s first boutique hotel, geodomes, finding the right market, learning experiences, and getting what you asked for.

They then reflect on the Palm Springs market, nude resorts, sending in credibility stacks, pushing ourselves outside our comfort zone, adding tremendous value to properties, cosmetic changes, the importance of wellness, modernism in Palm Springs, Soli’s new community, mastermind retreats, Jesse Vasquez, and Rich’s new idea for a San Diego conference.

Lastly, they talk about posting daily content, the changing algorithm, Alex Hormozi, the differences between platforms, viral content and the value of a good hook, TRT, and whether everyone should be posting social media content.

Connect with Soli on Instagram: @lattes.and.leases

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What does it actually take to unf*ck your life and opt out of the 9-5 hamster wheel for good?

In this episode, Rich sits down with Kassidy Warren as a guest on the "For Your Own Good" podcast to drop the 15 hard-earned rules that helped him escape the system, build real wealth, and design a life completely on his own terms. From cutting dead weight and rewiring his mindset to going all-in on boutique hotels, Rich breaks down how he turned frustration into freedom—and why clarity and conviction matter more than any spreadsheet.

They dive into:

• The difference between “thinking” about success and living it
• The #1 habit that helped him break free from mental autopilot
• Why he stopped chasing traditional multifamily deals—and what he buys now instead
• How to use discomfort as a compass for growth
• The underrated value of energy audits and environment shifts

This one’s for anyone who feels stuck, knows they’re built for more, and just needs the roadmap. Let this be your wake-up call.

Connect with Kassidy on Instagram: @kassidy.warren

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Want to join our Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community? Book a free strategy call with our team: www.hotelinvesting.com.

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From repo’d cars to building a powerhouse brokerage career in Southern California, Dan Blackwell’s story is the kind of grit most people never see behind the polished success.

In this episode, Rich sits down with Dan to unpack his journey from being homeless—literally living out of his Tahoe while trying to break into multifamily real estate—to becoming one of Orange County’s top brokers and apartment building owners. Dan shares the raw truth of getting rejected in early interviews, losing nearly everything during the 2008 crash, and how he clawed his way back by betting on himself, one cold call at a time.

They get into:

• Why picking the right market, prototype, and team changed everything
• How he used cost segregation to offset six figures in taxes and buy more buildings
• Why living in your car might be the best lesson in humility and hunger
• Tactical ways investors can “manufacture” 1031 exchanges in today’s tight market
• Why Dan is bullish on long-term holds in high-growth areas (and how he’s playing it)

If you’re stuck in survival mode, feeling like the odds are against you—this one proves that with persistence, strategy, and a willingness to get uncomfortable, you can flip the script.

Connect with Dan on Instagram: @dan___blackwell

Join our investor waitlist and stay in the know about our next investor opportunity with Somers Capital: www.somerscapital.com/invest.

Want to join our Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community? Book a free strategy call with our team: www.hotelinvesting.com.

If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.