Raising Young Realtors: Richard Woods on Mentorship, Investing & LGBTQ Advocacy

Get ready for a hilarious yet deeply insightful chat as Seth Struiksma welcomes his former broker (and “queer mother”), Richard Woods, to “What’s the Deal?” From Richard’s days as a D.C. attorney to running a boutique brokerage in sunny San Diego, this conversation spills the tea on everything from buying your first “fixer” to staying ethically grounded in a tough-as-nails …

Financial Freedom for Millennials: Real Estate, Wealth Building & more

In this episode of What’s the Deal?, San Diego real estate expert Seth Struiksma sits down with Andrew Baker, Founder of Financial Haus, to discuss financial freedom for millennials and why traditional financial planning isn’t built for the modern professional. 🚀💰 They dive into: ✅ Why real estate should be a core part of your wealth-building strategy ✅ The biggest …

Authenticity in Real Estate with Mel Sofia

n this dynamic episode, Seth Struiksma sits down with Mel Sofia, the founder and broker of The Avenue Home Collective, to explore the power of authenticity in the real estate industry. Mel shares her journey from conforming to industry expectations to embracing her true self—and how that transformation skyrocketed her career and happiness. From balancing life as a leader, mom, …

Keep the Cash Flowing with Strategic Real Estate Sales

When is the right time to sell your real estate assets? Find out the answer as we dive into this tricky topic and chat about how to evaluate your investment portfolio, spot the right moment to sell a property, and reinvest that capital for better returns. Plus, we’ll share tips on turning existing equity into larger profits and why holding …

Sustainable Housing Development for Purpose-Driven Communities with Matt Davies

Today, we have Matt Davies, a real estate maven who’s gone from REALTOR® to developer. We’ll dive into the nitty-gritty of real estate development, decode the world of ADUs, and chat about how to make money while making a difference in community building. Stick around for some real talk on making spaces that matter.   Key takeaways to listen for …

Airbnb Fundamentals You NEED To Know About

Dive into San Diego’s Airbnb scene! Uncover the current state of the Airbnb market and discover pro hacks to make your listing a guest magnet. Make informed investment decisions as we explore the potential of San Diego’s Airbnb market when you tune in.   Key takeaways to listen for What are the 4 tiers of Airbnb licensing in San Diego? …

Simple Steps to Find, Fund, and Cash Flow from House Flipping

Confidently navigate the promising landscape of house flipping as we equip you with the building blocks to identify profitable properties and secure funding. Plus, we’ll share insider insights on the competitive market of San Diego, so tune in!   Key takeaways to listen for A fundamental component of real estate investing Essential criteria for identifying your first flipping deal Strategic …