What if we told you that regardless of where you are in life, you're just 10 years (or less) away from retirement? Our guest today doesn't just believe it's possible ... he's living proof that it can be done. In this episode, Ryan Lee joins Robert Helms to share his journey, the lessons he learned, and the strategies that helped him achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. This isn't about overnight success or a get-rich-quick scheme ... it's about breaking paradigms, applying proven principles, and understanding what's possible when you approach investing strategically. Plus, we'll head to the Peach State for this episode's Market Spotlight to discover whether Savannah's real estate market is ripe for the picking. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about real estate, wealth creation, and the pursuit of financial freedom.

Real estate investors are facing a different set of challenges today… from higher interest rates and rising insurance costs to changing conditions in specific markets across the country. In this episode, Robert Helms sits down with a longtime investor who has raised more than nine figures in capital and built a successful real estate career through multiple market cycles. They tackle one of the biggest questions investors are asking right now: Is it time to sit on the sidelines, or are there still opportunities worth pursuing? Together, they discuss what experienced investors are seeing in today's market, how strategies are evolving, and why the right perspective can make all the difference when conditions change. Plus, in the Market Spotlight, we take a closer look at how investors are adapting their approach in markets where tighter margins are changing the way deals get done. If you're wondering how to navigate today's environment and where seasoned investors are finding opportunity, this conversation offers insights from decades of real-world experience. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

Some investments are built. Others are grown. What makes teak one of the world's most sought-after hardwoods—and why are savvy investors paying attention? In this episode, we dig into the market forces behind this remarkable asset, what makes it different from more traditional investments, and how it can fit into a well-rounded portfolio. Listen in and see if it's time to add a new branch to your portfolio! Then we head to Las Vegas in this week's Market Spotlight. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

Everyone talks about interest rates and inflation, but there's more to the story. Robert Helms sits down with longtime investor and friend Ken McElroy for a laid-back conversation about what's really happening in today's markets… from interest rates and the Federal Reserve to what's unfolding in multifamily and where opportunities may be emerging. With decades of experience through multiple market cycles, Ken shares what he's actually seeing on the ground today… and how those signals connect to where the market may be headed next. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

For everyday investors, commercial real estate can seem out of reach … especially when it comes to industrial properties. But what if there was a way to get started without taking on a massive project or writing a seven-figure check? In this episode, we're joined by two guests breaking down triple net commercial flex space and how it's opening the door for smaller investors. You'll hear what flex space is, why businesses rely on it, how triple net leases can streamline ownership, and why some are calling this "commercial investing on training wheels." Listen in and discover whether triple net commercial flex space could be a fit for your portfolio. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

As real estate investors, we don't get the luxury of ignoring what's happening in the broader economy. Interest rates, inflation, global conflict, government policy, and shifting sentiment all have a way of showing up in real decisions investors are making every day … What we buy, how we finance, and when we choose to act. In this episode one of the world's leading economists, Dr. Mark Skousen, joins Robert Helms to share his perspective on the markets, the war, and what investors can do to be prepared for whatever comes next. Drawing on decades of economic research and market observation, Mark helps connect today's headlines to the bigger forces shaping opportunity and risk. Then in our Market Spotlight, apartment investor Brad Sumrok highlights three markets that are showing notable strength despite today's challenges. He breaks down what's driving demand and why these areas continue to attract investor attention. Listen in to get a clearer read on where the economy may be heading—and what that could mean for your next move in real estate. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

As global markets continue reacting to economic and geopolitical uncertainty, resilience and preparedness are becoming a bigger part of the conversation around wealth-building. Investor, author, and educator Mike Maloney is widely known for his work in precious metals and for breaking down long-term cycles of money, debt, and economic history in a way that connects big-picture trends to everyday decisions. In this episode, Robert Helms connects with Mike in Puerto Rico for a deep dive into what it means to build a true "Plan B" in today's environment. Listen in for a wide-ranging discussion that moves from global financial systems into real-world applications ... including land, food production, energy independence, and the role of community in creating stability when systems are under stress. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

Real estate can be a powerful wealth-building tool, but turning your investing into a business that actually works takes more than capital. In this episode, Robert Helms sits down with multifamily investor and property manager Robby Marsh to unpack his journey in real estate, from getting started to growing a business with nearly 3,000 units under management. They explore the shift from doing deals to operating with partners and systems, and the responsibility that comes with leading at scale. Tune in for a real-world look at what it takes to make that transition and build something with intention, with an environment that supports both the people inside the business and those it serves. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

In the big, complex world of real estate, sometimes you don't know what you don't know… until it's right in front of you. That's what Ask The Guys is all about… answering great questions from investors in our listening audience as they navigate real-world situations, so you can learn right along with them. From choosing geographic markets to how properties are classified, financing questions, legal structure, and more, there's always plenty to unpack when the guest is YOU. Along the way, Robert calls on two great guests to jump in to add their perspective. Tune in and join the conversation! Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

The broader economy is constantly shifting, sending signals about where markets might be headed. The challenge is sifting through the noise and understanding how those shifts are actually showing up in real estate. That's where our good friend and Rebel Capitalist George Gammon comes in. In this episode, George joins Robert Helms to connect the dots between key macro forces like interest rates, private credit, and oil prices and how they impact opportunity for real estate investors. We also step inside the private capital markets in this week's Market Spotlight for a look at where passive capital is flowing. Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation that helps bring the bigger picture into focus. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com

Better late than never when it comes to keeping more of what you earn. In this episode, our good friend and Rich Dad CPA Tom Wheelwright, bestselling author of Tax-Free Wealth and other books on tax strategy, walks through some of the last-minute tax deductions that are still on the table right now, along with how to start thinking about tax planning in a way that helps you keep more of what you earn year after year. Since 1997, The Real Estate Guys™ radio show features real estate investing ideas, strategies, interviews, and all kinds of valuable resources. Visit our Special Reports Library under Resources at RealEstateGuysRadio.com