How Smart Investors Win: Cash Flow, Appreciation, and 1031 Secrets
Welcome back to Radical Wealth Plan, hosted by Paul Mark Morris and brought to you by Entrepreneur Media. In today’s episode, I sit down with Akash Saini to unpack the real levers that move the needle when you’re investing in a market that’s shifting under your feet. We break down the difference between chasing cash flow and building true upside, why understanding micro-markets can give you a critical edge, and how to use a “heat map” approach to find opportunities others overlook. Akash shares surprising insights into renovation strategies, Section 8 opportunities, and 1031 exchanges that could help you preserve and grow your wealth with precision. If you’re serious about building a portfolio that performs in any environment, this episode will give you a clearer path and a smarter mindset for your next move.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:20 Defining Goals
00:02:40 City vs Outskirts
00:04:00 Flower Analogy
00:05:30 Heat Map Method
00:07:00 Renovation Upside
00:08:50 Investor Criteria
00:10:20 Cash Flow vs Upside
00:12:10 Section 8 Strategy
00:13:20 Deal Analysis
00:15:00 Takeoff vs Landing
00:16:50 1031 Timing
00:19:00 1031 Basics
00:22:00 Like-Kind Rules
00:24:40 Timeline Details
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City or Suburb? Where Smart Investors Are Buying Now
Welcome back to Radical Wealth Plan, hosted by Paul Mark Morris and brought to you by Entrepreneur Media. In this episode, I sit down with Akash Saini to unpack why many investors misunderstand the true differences between local markets and regional plays, and how these choices impact your cash flow and long-term wealth. Akash shares eye-opening strategies for using Section 8 rentals and 1031 exchanges that even seasoned investors overlook, along with a clear framework for analyzing deals without getting caught up in emotional or outdated metrics. We also break down how to identify overlooked urban cores and suburban pockets that are quietly outperforming, so you can position yourself for smarter growth while avoiding unnecessary risk. If you’re looking to sharpen your edge and make better decisions for your real estate, business, or personal wealth, this conversation will give you fresh insights and practical tools you can apply immediately.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:23 Local vs Remote
00:02:56 City vs Suburb
00:04:13 Bloom Analogy
00:05:29 Heat Map Insight
00:06:28 Renovate Outside
00:08:15 Why Choose Akash
00:09:54 Cash vs Goals
00:11:24 Section 8 Strategy
00:13:20 Deal Analysis
00:15:50 Takeoff & Land
00:16:54 Urban Cores
00:19:09 1031 Basics
00:23:44 Timeline Rules
00:25:42 Wrap-Up
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How to Tell if a Property Will Actually Make You Money
Welcome back to Radical Wealth Plan, hosted by Paul Mark Morris and brought to you by Entrepreneur Media. In this episode, I sit down with investor and agent Sam Rafeh, who shares how he went from being deep in debt to flipping his first property with zero safety net. You’ll hear the exact strategies he used to identify undervalued homes, find motivated sellers, and close high-margin deals in competitive markets. Sam pulls back the curtain on wholesaler tactics, absentee owner mailers, and how he leverages his real estate license to move faster and smarter than the competition. If you’ve ever wondered how to actually find properties with upside—or what separates a solid investment from a ticking time bomb—this conversation will sharpen your instincts and elevate your game.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:45 Sam's Origin
00:03:00 Debt to Drive
00:05:30 First Flip
00:08:30 Fixer Math
00:19:10 Motivated Sellers
00:28:40 Absentee Mailers
00:35:45 Investor Agents
00:41:35 Act Fast
00:47:00 Avoid Bad Deals
00:51:55 Highest Use
00:56:45 Wholesaler Deals
01:06:55 Storage Win
01:11:10 Section 8
01:17:00 Lightning Round
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy? (AMA)
In this episode of Radical Wealth Plan, I share how purchasing a property just before the 2008 crash turned into one of my most profitable investments. We'll explore why timing the market isn't as crucial as many believe, and how strategies like house hacking and understanding the 1% rule can significantly impact your wealth-building journey. Whether you're debating renting versus buying or considering managing properties yourself, this episode offers insights to help you make informed decisions in real estate and personal finance.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:00 Buying vs Renting Basics
00:02:30 Choosing a 30‑ vs 15‑Year Mortgage
00:03:40 When Renting Actually Makes Sense
00:05:00 Tax Advantages & House Hacking
00:10:00 Timing the Market & Evaluating Deals
00:11:40 Surviving the 2008 Crash
00:14:20 Riding Market Cycles
00:17:50 The 1% Rule Explained
00:25:10 FHA Financing & Multi‑Unit Entry
00:27:20 Managing Properties Yourself vs Hiring
00:28:40 Buy‑and‑Hold vs Flipping
00:30:50 Weathering Market Downturns
00:35:10 Using Self‑Directed IRAs
00:36:30 Closing & Audience Q&A
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This One Real Estate Mistake Could Set You Back 10 Years
Welcome back to Radical Wealth Plan, hosted by Paul Mark Morris and brought to you by Entrepreneur Media.
In this episode, I sit down with Isaias, a remarkable realtor with a background in finance, acting, and community advocacy, to unpack the real-world path to building wealth through real estate—without sacrificing the things that matter most. We challenge the widely held belief that financial freedom requires giving something vital up, and instead focus on how to align your goals with a strategy that supports both your life and your legacy.
You’ll hear us explore one of the most overlooked concepts in real estate: the idea that ownership isn’t just about property—it’s about power. Power to choose, power to create, and power to live on your terms. We also get into the mechanics of wealth building that most people misunderstand, including the concept of "forced savings" through homeownership and how this simple shift in mindset can transform your financial trajectory.
If you’ve been on the sidelines wondering whether now is the right time to buy or invest, this conversation offers a practical framework to evaluate your own situation—what to consider, what to avoid, and how to identify a deal that makes sense regardless of where the market stands. We also discuss how to navigate today’s interest rates, where the hidden opportunities are in both hot and emerging markets, and how to separate long-term wealth moves from short-term distractions.
This episode is especially valuable for first-time buyers, aspiring investors, and anyone who wants to build sustainable wealth without betting the farm. Whether you're considering your first home or your next investment property, this discussion will give you fresh insight into what it really takes to make smart, strategic moves in any market.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction to Radical Wealth Plan
00:00:25 Defining Wealth Without Sacrifice
00:03:45 Paul's Journey: From Blue Collar Roots to First Real Estate Deal
00:11:30 Breaking Free: Quitting Law to Pursue Real Estate
00:14:17 Introducing Isaias: A Young Realtor’s Story
00:15:46 Real Estate Wealth: Forced Savings & Equity Building
00:16:19 Balancing Numbers and Emotion in Home Buying
00:22:12 The Home Buying Equation: Budget, Emotion & Value
00:28:26 Getting In the Game: Market Timing vs. Quality Deals
00:38:03 Leveraging Local Expertise & Pre-Qualification
00:41:33 Financial Accountability: Treating Yourself Like a Corporation
00:45:47 Investment Strategies: Location, Value-Add & Cash Flow
01:00:43 Learning from Experience: Evaluating & Improving Deals
01:19:53 Fire Round & Final Thoughts: Personal Insights and Connect
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Wealth creation can be an elusive, complex, and multi-dimensional process. Our host, Paul Mark Morris, makes building wealth in real estate accessible to everyone, of all walks of life, shattering perceived barriers and ceilings. He adamantly believes “we can show everyone how to do it,” though he concedes, not everyone will. How do we find and fulfill our own personal vision of wealth while embracing freedom and living a fulfilling and purposeful life? In Radical Wealth Plan, New York Times Best-seller, prolific investor, award-winning entrepreneur, and thought leader, Paul Mark Morris distills the best strategies for building wealth through real estate. In subsequent episodes, Paul interviews the brightest minds in real estate and beyond to empower you to choose and create what you've always imagined–but may have seemed to be just out of your reach. So whether you’re new to the game, an investment professional, or a real estate titan, join us to be entertained, educated, and inspired. This is Radical Wealth Plan presented by Entrepreneur.