55% of Investors Lose Money - AI Fixes Real Estate

Real estate investing just got a massive upgrade! In this episode of Build Chef, host Liat Siegel sits down with Rodney Mullen, founder of Richer Values, who's revolutionizing property valuation with AI technology.

🚨 SHOCKING REVELATION: Studies show 55% of real estate investors are getting their renovations wrong - either overspending or underspending, leaving massive money on the table!

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

How AI can predict property values with institutional-grade accuracy

Why traditional square footage and bedroom counts are failing investors

The surprising difference between markets - some prefer "blank canvas" properties over fully renovated homes

How one simple upgrade (hint: it's your front door) can dramatically increase ROI

The three-second rule that determines if buyers will purchase your property

Why emotional decision-making is killing investor profits

Key Insights from Rodney Mollen:

From buying thousands of homes to building AI that analyzes renovation ROI in seconds

How to identify "needles in the haystack" deals among thousands of properties

Why some markets pay premium for fixer-uppers while others demand turnkey homes

The difference between minimum, partial, and full renovations - and when to use each

Rodney's Top 3 Tips for Maximizing ROI:

Take the emotion out of investing decisions

Always prioritize kitchens and bathrooms in renovation plans

Create unique, attractive designs that capture attention in your local market

About Rodney Mollen: Founder of Richer Values, a platform delivering deep institutional-grade insights into residential real estate. With over 15 years of experience and thousands of property transactions, Rodney has built one of the most comprehensive intelligence tools for lenders, investors, and services nationwide.

Connect with Rodney:

Website: RicherValues.com

Email: Rodney@RicherValues.com

Don't let your next real estate investment be part of that 55% statistic. Watch now to discover how smart data beats gut instinct every time!

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Yacht Captain's $30M Empire Secrets

Yacht Captain Scott Kidd shares the incredible journey from managing luxury yachts for billionaires to building a $30 million real estate development empire in Texas. In this eye-opening interview with Liat Siegel, discover the exclusive insights Scott gained from working directly with some of the world's wealthiest families and how he applied their strategies to create massive wealth.

What You'll Learn:

Billionaire Mindset Secrets: The common traits Scott observed in ultra-wealthy clients that anyone can apply

From Zero to $30M: How Scott scaled from single-family homes to 120-unit developments in Texas

Team Building Mastery: Why successful operations require the right people in the right positions

Market Research Strategies: Key indicators for identifying profitable multifamily opportunities

Capital Raising Techniques: How Scott attracts institutional investors for major developments

Value-Add Strategies: Proven methods to boost property value and rental income

Key Insights Revealed:

Scott's unique dual career gives him unprecedented access to wealth-building strategies that most people never hear. Learn how he leverages his yacht captain experience to manage complex real estate projects, build high-performing teams, and maintain relationships with high-net-worth investors.

Critical Success Factors:

Focus and obsession are the superpowers of the ultra-wealthy

Build one solid income stream before diversifying

Communication is make-or-break for every deal

Population growth and employment drive long-term profitability

Put time and purpose on every dollar you invest

Current Projects: Scott is actively developing four stages of luxury multifamily properties in Texas, each worth approximately $30 million. These built-to-sell developments offer 2-3X returns for qualified investors.

Surprising Revelations:

Contrary to popular belief, Scott found that most wealthy individuals are family-oriented people who take care of their teams. Their biggest failures often become their greatest teachers, and many have overcome major bankruptcies to rebuild even stronger.

Featured: Scott Kidd - Yacht Captain & Real Estate Developer

Host: Liat Siegel - Build Sheffa Podcast

Perfect for real estate investors, entrepreneurs, yacht enthusiasts, and anyone interested in learning from the ultra-wealthy. This conversation provides rare insights into both the luxury yacht industry and high-level real estate development strategies.

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From Silence to Success: His $1M Journey

Discover how Yakov Friedlander transformed from a severely stuttering introvert into a master networker who connects million-dollar deals through authentic relationships and spiritual principles.

In this fascinating interview, Yakov shares his incredible journey from being unable to express himself clearly to becoming a business matchmaker who facilitates multi-million dollar real estate and investment deals. His unique approach combines deep spiritual practices with strategic networking to create extraordinary opportunities.

Key Highlights:

The 5% Rule: Why Yakov only connects with 5% of people at networking events and how this selective approach leads to better relationships

From Stutter to Success: How he spent 5 years deliberately practicing conversations and learning from actors to overcome his speech challenges

Authentic Connection Formula: The power of asking genuine questions instead of immediately talking business

Spiritual Business Balance: How maintaining Shabbat observance actually enhances business opportunities

Real Deal Examples: Stories of $30 million real estate deals that happened through chance encounters and authentic relationships

The Ray Lewis Conversation: How asking one authentic question led to a 5-minute conversation about God, religion, and staying grounded

Energy and Networking: Understanding how to read people's energy and only engage with those who align with your mission

Business Lessons Covered:

Why relationship-first networking beats transactional approaches

How to ask questions that create instant connections

The importance of being genuinely curious about people's backgrounds and dreams

Why saying no to business on Shabbat actually increases opportunities

How to maintain authenticity while building professional relationships

The power of hosting intimate gatherings to build meaningful connections

About Yakov Friedlander:

Yakov is a business connector and deal facilitator who helps entrepreneurs access funding for real estate projects and innovative technologies. He specializes in creating authentic relationships that lead to mutually beneficial business partnerships.

Connect with Yakov:

Phone: 908-733-1552

LinkedIn: Jakov Friedlander

This interview is perfect for entrepreneurs, real estate investors, startup founders, and anyone looking to build authentic business relationships while maintaining their spiritual values.

#NetworkingSecrets #RealEstateInvesting #AuthenticBusiness #Podcast