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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[From Renters to Commercial Investors | The Full Real Estate Investment Ladder  Real estate investing isn’t just one path — it’s a full ladder.  In this episode of the Stephens Group Podcast, Chris sits down with Michael Kaplan of the ReCap Group and Kevin Rossio of ROC Advisory Group to break down the entire investor spectrum.  From renters and first-time landlords to multifamily owners and large commercial investors, this conversation explores how investors scale, how agents can better serve...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Midterm rentals might be the most overlooked wealth-building strategy in today’s real estate market.  In this episode of the Stephens Group Podcast, Chris sits down with Santonio “Cashflow Tone” Cathery to break down how he builds financial freedom through multi-unit investing, midterm rentals, and smart renovation strategies.  If you’ve ever wondered how to live rent-free, analyze rental deals properly, or increase cash flow beyond traditional long-term rentals, this conversation is packed w...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to The Stephens Group Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of real estate, development, and investing. I’m your host, Chris Stephens. Today, I’m joined by a special guest, Nick DiCosola — a seasoned general contractor, developer, and owner’s representative. Nick has worn just about every hat in the construction and development process, and today we’ll unpack what that looks like: from managing projects on the ground as a contractor, to taking on the risk and vision of a dev...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Today we’re diving into one of the most important (and sometimes confusing) parts of buying a home: the mortgage process. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a seasoned homeowner, or just curious about how lending really works, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss. I’m joined by John Noldan, the EVP of Mortgage Lending with RATE, with [25 years] of experience helping clients navigate the loan process. We’re going to talk about the biggest mistakes buyers make, how to get...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today we’re diving into one of the most important (and sometimes confusing) parts of buying a home: the mortgage process. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a seasoned homeowner, or just curious about how lending really works, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.<br/>I’m joined by John Noldan, the EVP of Mortgage Lending with RATE, with [25 years] of experience helping clients navigate the loan process. We’re going to talk about the biggest mistakes buyers make, how to get financially prepared, what loan options are out there, and where interest rates might be headed.<br/>So, if you’ve ever wondered what lenders look for, how to avoid being house-poor, or how to make smarter decisions when borrowing, you’re in the right place. Let’s jump in!</p><p><b>THE STEPHENS GROUP PODCAST</b></p><p>www.StephensGroupRE.com  |    <a href='https://www.instagram.com/stephensgroupre/'>@StephensGroupRE</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ready to buy, sell, or invest in real estate? Before you sign on the dotted line, listen to this conversation with real estate attorney, Jeffrey Marks. We dive into the hidden legal traps that derail deals, the protections every buyer and seller should know about, and insider tips that can save you money and stress. Plus, you’ll hear some surprising real-world stories from the legal side of real estate!  You can visit Jeffrey on Instagram: @Louboutin_Lawyer or his website:  TheLouboutinL...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ready to buy, sell, or invest in real estate? Before you sign on the dotted line, listen to this conversation with real estate attorney, Jeffrey Marks. We dive into the hidden legal traps that derail deals, the protections every buyer and seller should know about, and insider tips that can save you money and stress. Plus, you’ll hear some surprising real-world stories from the legal side of real estate!<br/><br/>You can visit Jeffrey on Instagram: @Louboutin_Lawyer or his website:  TheLouboutinLawyer.com</p><p><b>THE STEPHENS GROUP PODCAST</b></p><p>www.StephensGroupRE.com  |    <a href='https://www.instagram.com/stephensgroupre/'>@StephensGroupRE</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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