The Rich Somers Report – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Ready to take control of your life and business? Rich Somers and Alex Johnson share how making intentional decisions and saying "no" to distractions can propel you to your biggest goals.

In this episode, Rich and Alex dive deep into the mindset of growth, sharing how saying no to the wrong things opens doors for the right opportunities. They discuss how identifying and eliminating bottlenecks—whether they’re personal habits, people, or projects—can unlock your true potential and accelerate your success.

From reflecting on their own experiences to offering practical advice, they challenge you to get clear on your life goals and take actionable steps toward making them a reality. Learn how focusing on what truly moves the needle will set you up for long-term growth and success in 2025.

If you’re ready to eliminate distractions, clarify your vision, and start making impactful moves, this episode is your roadmap to doing just that.

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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.

Ready to build a multi-million-dollar real estate portfolio? Blake Rocha, who created a $40M portfolio by age 27, shares his journey of scaling short-term rentals and making bold investments that set him apart. From leveraging risk and consistency to mastering the mindset that drives long-term success, Blake reveals how he made his vision a reality—despite the challenges he faced along the way.

Blake also opens up about the importance of staying mentally and physically sharp, how strategic moves in multifamily investments fueled his growth, and the invaluable lessons he learned from his early deals. This episode isn’t just about real estate; it’s about how the right mindset can propel both financial and personal growth.

Whether you're just starting or scaling, tune in for actionable insights on how to navigate risk, make smarter investments, and achieve the success you’ve been chasing.

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.

Own real estate and ready to buy your first boutique hotel? Let’s talk—get on a call and start your journey before the year ends: www.hotelinvesting.com.

Ready to dive into the world of experiential boutique hotels and micro-resorts? Ben Wolff, Co-founder of Onera and Oasi, a leader in creating transformative hospitality experiences, shares his expertise on why these types of properties are revolutionizing the travel and investment landscape.

Ben talks about how the demand for experiential stays is reshaping the hospitality industry, why smaller, immersive properties are surpassing traditional hotels, and the key factors for successful projects. He also offers his proven strategies for identifying prime locations, curating unforgettable guest experiences, and securing financing for boutique hotel developments.

Rich Somers highlights how these unique properties are shaping the future of travel and creating lucrative opportunities for investors looking to tap into this growing market.

With Onera’s success, including their landmark sale of a landscape hotel to Summit Hotel REIT in 2022, and Oasi's innovative marketing strategies, Ben’s insights are invaluable for investors looking to break into experiential boutique hotels and micro-resorts.

This episode is a must-listen if you're interested in capitalizing on one of the most exciting trends in modern hospitality.

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.

On today's "Saturday Edition" episode, Rich joins DJ Young on his podcast - Conversations with DJ Young.  DJ grew up in Burriana, Spain and played played junior tennis competitively from ages 4 to 16. He was first introduced to pickleball at age 18 by his dad and has won numerous pickleball accolades since turning pro, including the World Pickleball Championships, MLP Season 2 Newport Beach (Ranchers), and a PPA silver medal in men’s doubles.

Rich and DJ start off by discussing how Rich got into real estate investing, the risks to jumping into doing real estate, ending partnerships and risk tolerance, Rich’s plan for the future, what advice Rich has for new investors, the easiest way to become a millionaire, and calculated risks.

They then reflect on the dedication it takes to see results, Alex Hormozi, maximizing productivity during the day, Rich’s daily schedule, why Rich tucks his ears into his hat, Fast Lane Drive, Rich’s affiliate partnership with BYLT, Rich’s book recommendations, and the people Rich looks up to the most.Lastly, they talk about building communities, action takers, Connor McGregor & Golden Tate, why Rich predominately hires women, where the opportunities are, the 80-20 rule, and their next pickleball session.

Connect with DJ on Instagram: @djyoungpb

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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.

On today’s episode Rich sits down with Kenny Simpson - Mortgage Broker, Entrepreneur, and Co-host of the Get in the Cashflow Game podcast. Kenny has been in the mortgage broker game for 20 years, has funded over $1.5 Billion in loans and helped 5000+ clients. He used to manage several multifamily properties (properties with upwards of 2000 units,) but sold them and now focuses his time strictly on the mortgage business, his wife and 2 girls, and his podcast. He also personal owns 50+ units with a net cashflow of $350K. 

Rich and Kenny start off by discussing meeting initially, Rich’s first time speaking, what Kenny has been up to since they first met, the current rate environment, Kenny’s analysis of the current rates, credit card delinquencies, the potential for rate cuts, who is buying deals right now, why Rich and Kenny are bullish on San Diego, who’s buying homes in San Diego, Kenny’s portfolio, becoming the biggest influencer in mortgages, and the endless opportunities in real estate.
 

They then reflect on Kenny’s brokerage system, Fannie Freddie Loans, pricing for Non-QM Products, DSCR Loans, maximizing leverage with Non-QM loans, appraisals, ADUs, several properties that Rich is currently looking at, and the Pacific Beach market. 

Lastly, they talk about commercial real estate, the value of relationships, Ryan Serhant, relationships over transactions, standing out to lenders, where Kenny sees the rate environment going in the next year, whether we’ll ever see 3% rates, Grant Cardone, how the fed has locked out buyers, which neighborhoods Kenny is bullish on in San Diego, Little Italy, and how Hotel Zindel is doing. 

Connect with Kenny on Instagram: @kennybsimpson

 
Visit BYLTBasics.com and use code “Somers20” at checkout for 20% on your next purchase

Book a free call with Prime Corporate Services to create a business strategy primecorporateservices.com/richsomers

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.

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

Visit BYLTBasics.com and use code “Somers20” at checkout for 20% on your next purchase

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.

On today’s episode Rich sits down with Vanessa Alfaro - Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, Founder of Venus Capital and LunaX.AI, Multifamily Syndicator, and Author of “10 paths.” Born in Venezuela, Vanessa founded Absot Marketing at 22, which quickly grew into a leading BTL firm. Expanding to Panama, she co-founded Octametro, hitting 7 figures in a year and earning the title “Woman of the Year.” Later, in Los Angeles, she co-established the top Hispanic content provider, Autoproyecto. Her real estate investment firm, Venus Capital, has earned $50M AUM in only three years under her leadership. She’s also a mother of 5 children.

Rich and Vanessa start off by discussing meeting at Tyler Deveraux’s conference, Vanessa’s first company, her experiences growing up in Venezuela, Jack McColl, entrepreneurial spirit, Rich’s experience traveling the world, and the dangers of living in the US.
 

They then reflect on the homelessness issues in the US, Vanessa’s experience with Invisible People and other non-profit organizations, Gavin Newsom’s $5 Billion deal to handle homelessness, how Vanessa met Jack Dorsey, Vanessa’s experience living in Panama, and utilizing AI in real estate investing and business.

Lastly, they talk about competing with other businesses utilizing AI, Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), super humans, Neuralink and Elon Musk, predictive personality tests and it’s uses in business,, SpaceX, utilizing AI with social media, how to use AI to underwrite deals, communicating with clients and friends, low and high risk entrepreneurs, Vanessa’s AI course, how Vanessa juggles running 3 companies and raising 5 children, and leveraging children and entrepreneurship.

Connect with Vanessa on Instagram: @vanessavenuscapital
 

Visit BYLTBasics.com and use code “Somers20” at checkout for 20% on your next purchase

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.

On today’s episode Rich sits down with Eric Nelson - Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, Founding Partner of Wild Oak Capital, and Host of “The Real Estate Mindset” Podcast. Eric Nelson is from southwest Colorado and received a degree in Civil Engineering from Colorado State University. He is the principal of Wild Oak Capital and is actively syndicating multifamily properties. He has been investing in real estate for over 10 years, and currently has over 650 units under management, with a team or with his wife.

Rich and Eric start off by discussing the challenges of multifamily investing, Michael Blank, living off of acquisition fees, Robert Martinez’s 2023 foreclosure, what killed deals during the COVID-19 pandemic, Rich’s multifamily portfolio, debt assumptions, the benefits of over-communicating  in real estate, and why asset management is important.

They then reflect on why Rich is bullish on Multifamily, struggling asset classes, analysis paralysis, doing the reps and shortcutting the path to success, Eric’s new deal in Texas with Eric Chadderdon, what Eric is doing today to respond to cap rates, Eric’s portfolio, seller carries, and the cost of capital.

Lastly, they talk about private debt funds, raising capital through 401k funds, transitioning funds from 506b to 506c, Bethany LaFlam, Eric’s first multifamily deal, Rich’s first boutique hotel deal, and Eric’s search criteria for finding multifamily deals.

Connect with Eric on Instagram: @wildoakcapital

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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.

On today’s episode Rich sits down with Savannah Arroyo “The Networth Nurse” - Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, Part-time Nurse, CEO & Founder of Networth Nurse, Author, and Coach. Savannah has worked as a Registered Nurse for over ten years, with extensive experience in leadership and healthcare administration. Through her personal brand, Networth Nurse, Savannah has helped hundreds of nurses with their finances. With an emphasis on education, Savannah leveraged her brand to purchase over $15M of real estate, partnering primarily with healthcare professionals to scale her portfolio. Eager to address financial literacy for the entire healthcare community, Savannah sought to expand her efforts by creating InvestHealth, a Financial Health Benefit for Healthcare Companies.

Rich and Savannah start off by discussing meeting on Rich’s old podcast and what Savannah has been doing since, investing in startups, being passionate about the healthcare community, what it was like working in healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic, Savannah’s work history as a nurse, Savannah’s real estate portfolio, the current market rate environment, thinking long term, and where Savannah sees opportunity in Oregon.

They then reflect on Savannah’s search criteria for deals, seller financing and loan servicing, Savannah’s startup - InvestHealth, financial literacy, paying off student loans, connecting Savannah’s company to healthcare companies, in-person speaking events, and active vs passive investing.

Lastly, they talk about the opportunity of investing with retirement funds, the opportunities of the tech space, the CARES Act, education and automation in real estate, withdrawing money from 401ks, Forex Trading, Savannah’s real estate portfolio, what she’s looking forward to in 2024, and celebrating financial freedom.
 
Connect with Savannah on Instagram: @thenetworthnurse

Visit BYLTBasics.com and use code “Somers20” at checkout for 20% on your next purchase

Book a free call with Prime Corporate Services to create a business strategy primecorporateservices.com/richsomers
 

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.

On today's "Saturday Edition" episode, Rich is joined by Savannah Arroyo, “The Networth Nurse”. Rich and Savannah start off by talking about their transformation from normal W2 employees to real estate investors. They then analyze useful literature, podcasts, and techniques that helped them live the life they wanted to live, utilizing the “5-9” approach after normal work hours, finding their “whys,” affording themselves the grace to make mistakes, and how they increased their productivity when they got started.

Connect with Savannah on Instagram: @thenetworthnurse

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.