The Real Estate Investing Fast Track
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The Real Estate Investing Fast Track will consistently share the insight you need to succeed in the fields of real estate, business, and personal development. You will learn cutting-edge insights on how to be a successful real estate entrepreneur. The host, Greg Helbeck interviews the top investors and brokers to pull back the curtain on what it truly takes to succeed in the real estate industry. In these interviews, you will learn everything from current marketing strategies, leadership skills, and operational systems to be a world-class real estate entrepreneur. This podcast will give you the ideas, motivation, skills, strategies, and actionable tactics to win in the real estate game. You will be able to master direct marketing so you get the motivated sellers calling you on a consistent basis so you never run out of real estate deal flow. You’ll also learn how to communicate effectively with sellers because the host brings on world-class experts to deep dive into sales and negotiati
Episodes
- Stay Relevant in Real Estate Investing in 2026
In this video, I break down 3 tactical things you NEED to be doing in 2026 to stay relevant and profitable in real estate investing. If you saw my last video, “The Truth About Real Estate Investing in 2026,” you know the market has already…
- Buying A Squatter Property Increased My Net Worth Over $200k!
In this episode, I break down exactly how buying a property with a squatter inside increased my net worth by over $200,000 — and why most investors would have walked away from this deal. The big lesson: you get paid in direct proportion to…
- NEVER Let A Bank Hold Escrow For Rental Taxes & Insurance
Rental property investors — stop letting your mortgage servicer escrow your taxes & insurance. In this episode, I break down why you should NEVER let a bank or servicing company pay your taxes and insurance for you. I’m currently dealing w…
- This Deal Wasn’t for Me..So I Assigned It for $18K
In this episode of Real Estate Investing Fast Track, I break down a Greenwood Lake, NY wholesale deal that I didn’t even want to buy myself. But just because it wasn’t a deal for me doesn’t mean it wasn’t a deal for someone else. I got it…
- How I Got Paid $10,000 to Buy a Rental Property
I got paid $10,000 to buy a rental property — and it cash flows every single month. In this video I'm breaking down a real BRRRR deal I did in Monroe, New York step by step. How I found it, how I structured it, how I pulled $10K out at clo…
- How I Almost Got Scammed on a Wholesale Deal (And What to Look For)
A seller tried to scam me on a wholesale deal in Westchester County. I'm breaking down exactly what happened, the red flags we missed, and the one thing you should always do before going into contract on a property. If you're wholesaling o…
- How to Deal With Bad Vendors (And Why I'm Exposing One on This Video)
Bad vendors are part of the business — but knowing when to stand your ground is how you protect your business. I'm breaking down my 3-step process for dealing with difficult vendors, plus calling out a loan servicer I'm currently going to…
- Buyer Backed Out Mid-Deal — Beacon, NY Flip Part 3
In part 3 of the Beacon, NY flip, I'm breaking down what happened when our highest offer buyer signed a non-contingent contract — and still couldn't close. Seven months, two buyers, and thousands in extra holding costs later, here's what I…
- I Sold My Flip to the Tenant — Here's Why
In this week's deal breakdown, I bought a property in Newburgh, NY occupied — and ended up selling it directly to the tenant for a $58K profit. I'll walk you through how the deal came together, the negotiation, and the 3 lessons I took awa…
- The TRUTH About Real Estate Investing in 2026
The real estate game has changed — and most people aren't talking about it. In this video, I'm breaking down exactly what's different about investing in real estate in 2026 and what you need to do to stay profitable. In this video I cover:…
- The Golden Rule of Wholesaling
👉 If you have a real deal, it will sell. If you’re struggling to dispo your deals, it’s not your buyer’s list or your market—it’s your numbers. I walk through real examples of deals that sold quickly vs. deals that didn’t sell at all, and…
- Real Estate Strategies Guru's Tell You That DON'T Work
In this episode, I break down why a lot of real estate advice online doesn’t actually work in the real world. From co-living hype to investing nationwide, I explain what’s realistic—and what isn’t—based on 10+ years and 500+ deals. If you…
- Seller Gave Me A Loan For Free (Owner Finance Deal Breakdown)
In this episode, I break down how I bought a rental property using owner financing at 0% interest—and how the seller essentially gave me a loan for free. I walk through the full deal: how I structured it, why the seller agreed, and how thi…
- REI Weekly Lesson: Money Loves Speed
In this episode, I break down why acting with urgency is one of the most important skills in real estate investing. The reality is simple—good deals don’t last, and if you’re slow to act, someone else will take the opportunity. If you’re w…
- Everything That Went Wrong With This Wholesale Deal
Despite all the headaches, the deal still ended up being profitable—but it came with some hard lessons. In this video I cover: Why having a great title company can make or break a deal How a bad buyer contract can waste months of your time…
- 3 Real Estate Lessons From Team USA Winning Gold
What does Team USA winning the gold medal in hockey have to do with real estate investing? In this episode, I break down three powerful lessons from the USA vs. Canada gold medal game and how they directly apply to success in real estate a…
- Sometimes the Best Offer Isn’t the Highest One
In real estate, the highest offer doesn’t always win the deal. In this episode, I break down how I was able to buy a property without being the highest bidder. By understanding the seller’s situation and bringing other things to the table,…
- Just Make The Offer…It’s That Simple
When in doubt… just make the offer. In this episode, I break down the simple rule that has helped me close over 500 real estate deals: leads, offers, follow-up. That’s it. If you’re struggling to get deals in wholesale real estate or off-m…
- My First Rental & How It Increased My Net Worth $200,000+
In this episode, I break down my first rental property and how it increased my net worth by over $200,000. I share how I bought it for $65,000, refinanced it using the BRRRR strategy, built massive equity, and now collect strong monthly ca…
- Why Every Real Estate Investor Needs a Good Title Company
Why every real estate investor needs a good title company. After 500+ deals, I’ve learned that most profitable properties come with title issues—liens, judgments, and delays. In this video, I explain what title companies do, why they matte…
- $24,000 Wholesale Deal on a Mobile Home in NY
In this episode of Real Estate Deal Breakdown, I walk you through a $24,000 wholesale deal in New Windsor, NY — a mobile home on land I normally wouldn’t touch. I explain why I took the deal, how I beat out other investors, and why knowing…
- Why I 1031’d Into My Neighbor’s Unit | Part 2.
This is Part 2 of my 1031 Exchange breakdown — where I walk you through the exact numbers behind buying the neighbor’s unit. Quick snapshot of the deal: • Sold original condo for $70,000 (as-is) • Bought neighbor’s unit for $92,500 • ~$25K…
- Why It’s Smart to Disclose Everything: REI Weekly Lesson
In this week’s Real Estate Weekly Lesson, I talk about why it’s smart to disclose everything you know about a property when you’re flipping, wholesaling, or renting. Too many people try to hide issues in this business, and it almost always…
- JV Deal Outside My Market $23,000 Deal Breakdown
In this Real Estate Deal Breakdown, I walk through a JV wholesale deal outside my main market that turned into a $23,000 profit. Someone reached out to me with a deal in upstate New York—an area I don’t normally operate in. I’ll show you h…
- How to Run Comps in a Shifting Market
In this video, I break down exactly how to run comps in a shifting market, how I personally analyze deals today, and how you should be underwriting properties so you don’t overpay or get stuck holding inventory. You’ll learn: -Why sold com…
- Why I Love JV Deals in Real Estate
In this video, I break down why Joint Venture (JV) deals are one of my favorite strategies in real estate and how they create true win-win situations. I explain: -What a JV deal is -Why out-of-state, local, and new investors can benefit -H…
- How to Trade Up Properties Using a 1031 Exchange
In this video, I break down how real estate investors use a 1031 exchange to trade up properties and grow their portfolio without triggering capital gains taxes. I walk through when a 1031 exchange makes sense, how it works in real life, a…
- How a 1031 Exchange Helped Me Buy the Neighbor’s Property
In this Real Estate Weekly Deal Breakdown, I walk through a real-life deal where I sold a problem rental and used a 1031 exchange to buy the neighbor’s unit instead. This condo was a nightmare—bad tenant, eviction, major damage, a contract…
- What To Do When A Seller Shops Your Offer
Seller Shopping Your Offer? Here’s How to Still Get the Deal If you’re doing off-market marketing, this will happen—sellers take your offer and shop it around to other investors. The question is: how do you respond without losing the deal?…
- What Every Wholesaler Needs in Their Contract REI Deal Breakdown
In this REI deal breakdown, I walk through a real wholesale deal and explain what every wholesaler needs in their contract to protect themselves when things go wrong. This deal happened in Washington State and included a buyer backing out…
- What To Do When A Contract Gets Breached?!
Contracts get breached in real estate — it’s something every investor will face at some point. In this video, I explain what to do when a buyer backs out, a seller cancels, or a real estate deal falls apart. I cover how to protect your ear…
- How to Deal With the Lows in Real Estate Investing
Real estate investing isn’t all wins. If you’re flipping houses, wholesaling, or doing direct-to-seller marketing, the lows are part of the game. In this REI Weekly Lesson, I break down how to deal with rejection, resistance, and failure i…
- I Lost $4,000 on This Seattle Flip (Here’s Exactly Why)
This Seattle house flip should have been a winner — but it wasn’t. In this video, I break down a real deal that ended up losing about $4,000 and explain exactly what went wrong. From pricing and market shifts to demand, inspections, and se…
- When Should You Sell a Rental Property?
When should you sell a rental property? Most investors say never sell — but after 10+ years and nearly 500 deals, I can tell you that isn’t always true. In this REI Weekly Lesson, I break down when it actually makes sense to sell, how to t…
- When a Referral Becomes a $20K Opportunity l Puyallup WA Deal
In this week’s Real Estate Deal Breakdown, I show how a simple referral turned into a $20,000 wholesale deal in Puyallup, WA — with zero marketing cost. I break down: • How the referral came in • Why the deal wasn’t right for me • How I as…
- Build Your Dream Lifestyle—Without Scaling Your Real Estate Business
Biggest Lies Miniseries: Myth #5 Most investors think they need to scale to succeed — big teams, big overhead, big chaos. But after 10+ years and 450+ deals, I can tell you the truth: you can build a highly profitable real estate business…
- How One Direct Mail Lead Turned Into a $35K Payday (Full Breakdown)
Curious how one direct mail lead turned into a $35K payday? 💸 In my latest deal breakdown, I’m walking you through the exact steps behind a wholesale win in Ossining, NY—from a forgotten postcard to a signed contract and a clean, fast clo…
- Jayme Lyttle on Building a Scalable Real Estate Operation
🚀 New Investor Interview: In this conversation, Jayme Lyttle breaks down the systems, leadership decisions, and marketing discipline behind scaling a modern real estate operation. We get into what actually drives consistent deal flow, how…
- STOP Building a Buyer's List! (Here's Why It's BS)
Biggest Lies Miniseries pt. 4 Welcome to this week's Real Estate Weekly lesson! I'm continuing my miniseries dedicated to debunking the myths you constantly hear in the real estate business. Today, we're tackling the completely counterprod…
- The "Always Renegotiate" Lie | Real Estate Miniseries, Ep. 3
Welcome to REI Weekly Lesson #3 in our Biggest Lies Miniseries: The myth that off-market buyers should renegotiate every single deal! This practice is pure greed, hurts your reputation, and can kill your career. 🔑 The TRUTH About Renegoti…
- Former NHL Player Turned Entrepreneur | Jordan Schmaltz Interview
FROM NHL TO ENTREPRENEUR In this exclusive interview, I sit down with former professional hockey player Jordan Schmaltz as he opens up about his incredible pivot from the National Hockey League (NHL) to the demanding world of entrepreneurs…
- The Motivated Seller Myth | Mini Series, Pt. 2
You've been taught to chase the "most motivated" sellers for deep discounts. But after 500+ successful transactions, I'm busting the biggest myth in real estate wholesaling and investing: The highly motivated seller often creates more prob…
- Base Hits Win Ball Games: A Real Estate Deal Breakdown
Today, I’m talking about a small wholesale deal in Wilmington, Delaware, that banked us $5,000. And I took it, happily. Mindset Shift: You can’t make big money on every deal. The Power of Consistency: String together 3-4 of those $5K deals…
- The BIGGEST LIES in Real Estate | Mini Series, Pt. 1
Welcome to Part 1 of "The BIGGEST LIES in Real Estate" Mini-Series! 🚨 Have you heard the common lie that wholesaling every single property is the easiest path to instant success in the real estate market? Stop listening! I'll walk you thr…
- The 3 Biggest Issues with Rental Properties (And When to Sell Them)
Real estate investors, are you holding onto a rental property you should really let go? Join me in my latest lesson as I explore the three biggest issues with rental properties today—bad assets, unfavorable locations, and buying just for t…
- Mastering the Follow-Up for Lasting Returns
REI Deal Breakdown Our recent Delaware deal turned a long-term lead into a $25k success! Patience and persistence in the wholesaling niche can help you unlock big returns. Dive into our latest deal breakdown to learn how strategic follow-u…
- The Number One Rule in Real Estate & Business
Unlock your potential in real estate and business with the #1 rule: Keep your word. Discover how integrity can drive success and open doors. Watch my latest lesson on this powerful principle today! Contact me! greg@velocityhousebuyers.com…
- NEVER Do This To A Seller
Would you manipulate a seller right before closing? Learn why this tactic is borderline criminal and how you can ethically renegotiate deals. Don’t miss my latest lesson on honest investing! Contact me! greg@velocityhousebuyers.com Instagr…
- Why Multiple Exit Strategies Matter!
In real estate investing, flexibility is just as important as the right property! On my latest REI Deal Breakdown, we're utilizing multiple exit strategies to adapt quickly and keep our investment profitable. From wholesaling to renovation…
- Harnessing the Barbell Strategy with Paul Sparks
Ever wondered how the best in the business balance risk and stability? In my conversation with Paul Sparks, we explore the Barbell Strategy—a method that has transformed his real estate journey. By aligning his passion for serving specific…