"My first big investment was worth half of what we paid for it in six months. But real estate is so forgiving and the education is so good. I was able to grind it out and be able to recover that investment fully and sell it for the same thing we paid it for. What other business can you do that?"

What happens when you start investing at the absolute worst time in recent history? John Boriack found out firsthand when his first 50-unit apartment complex lost half its value just six months after purchase in 2008. Instead of quitting, he doubled down on education and mentorship to build one of the most successful real estate portfolios in Houston.

Al Gordon interviews this award-winning investor who has earned over 30 industry accolades, including becoming the youngest president in Houston Apartment Association history. John reveals how he transformed a college savings account into nearly 1,700 apartment units through seven syndicated deals, all while building a company culture that's been recognized nine times as one of Houston's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.

What You'll Discover

• How bad market timing taught lessons that created an award-winning investment strategy
• The three-pillar business philosophy that attracts long-term team members and investors
• Why trying to time the market bottom is like "trying to catch a falling knife"

Timestamps

02:56 From College Savings to Real Estate Empire: John's Unconventional Start

06:58 The Philosophy That Built 30+ Award-Winning Properties

10:28 Why Great Team Members Stay Through Dark Times and Bad Decisions

13:06 Transferring Corporate Skills to Real Estate Success

16:06 From Zero to 30+ Awards: The Recognition Timeline

19:36 Leading Through Crisis: Youngest HAA President During COVID

22:07 Current Market Analysis: Bid-Ask Gap and Distressed Opportunities

25:02 Deal Flow Secrets: Where Award Winners Find Their Properties

28:10 2008 vs 2024: Two Market Cycles Through One Investor's Eyes

30:04 Market Timing Myths: Why Perfect Timing Doesn't Matter

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"Most people save their way to being broke - you need assets that pay you."

Tired of spending an hour every day sitting in traffic? What if you could escape that daily commute and the job that requires it in just five years? Andy Webb breaks down the exact math behind building enough passive income to replace your paycheck through single-family rental properties, showing you how to turn your monthly expenses into achievable investment goals.

What You'll Discover

• How to calculate your exact passive income target using your monthly expenses (not some arbitrary retirement "pile")
• Why "chunking" your cash flow into bite-sized goals makes building a $4,000+ monthly income achievable
• The specific cash flow range ($200-$600 per property) you can expect from single-family rentals in different markets

Key Timestamps

02:45 Why Your Daily Commute Is Stealing Your Life
08:30 The Wrong Way to Think About Retirement (Pile vs. Cash Flow)
11:15 How to Calculate Your Exact Financial Freedom Number 16:20 The Math: How Many Houses You Actually Need19:45 The "Chunking" Strategy That Makes Big Goals Manageable
25:10 Real Example: $150K House Becomes $75K in Equity
29:40 Where Corporate Headquarters Are Moving (And Why It Matters)

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The information and opinions on the Lifestyles Unlimited Real Estate Investor Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.

Al Gordon encourages listeners to examine how their personal belief systems shape decisions, especially when it comes to real estate. He shares that his own beliefs once held him back, thinking real estate was too risky, too time consuming, and too expensive. Over time, through education and mentorship at Lifestyles Unlimited, he learned those beliefs were false. He urges listeners to challenge their fears, embrace the right knowledge, and stop letting outdated thinking limit their financial future. With the right approach he explains real estate can become a powerful and low risk path to financial freedom.

Al Gordon hosts Katie, who recounts her real estate journey since joining in 2019. She shares her motivation to move to the U.S. in search of better opportunities and a higher quality of life, despite having limited access to uncensored information about America while living in China. Katie reflects on how studying in Thailand broadened her perspective and influenced her decision to immigrate. In 2017, she attempted to purchase her first property with cash alongside partners but encountered significant challenges, highlighting the difficulties of investing without a structured approach. Now fully engaged in the Lifestyles Unlimited road map, she has transformed her perspective enabling her to take control of her investments.

Andy Webb shares the proven Lifestyles Unlimited investment strategies for Single Family rental properties. He explains how leveraging financing instead of paying all cash can multiply your returns by spreading your money across multiple homes, boosting both cash flow and equity. Andy highlights the five key ways real estate investors make money, from cash flow to tax benefits, while offering tips to avoid common pitfalls like “rent-ready” traps. Whether you’re new or experienced, this episode provides a clear roadmap to building wealth faster through strategic real estate investing.

Al Gordon breaks down the four P’s—product, price, place, and promotion—essential marketing strategies that every real estate investor needs to master. He explains how purchasing distressed properties can instantly create significant equity and generate strong monthly cash flow. Using a real example from a property in Houston, Al walks through how applying these principles can turn an undervalued home into a profitable investment. 

 

Al Gordon hosts member Robert, who shares how Lifestyles Unlimited helped him replace his corporate income with passive real estate earnings in just over two years. Robert highlights that education, mentorship, and networking within the community were key to his success, offering insights beyond just buying properties, including tax, HR, and property management expertise. He praises the transparency and support within the group, where members openly share real financial results and invest together. This collaborative environment built his confidence and skills, leading him to successful deals as a Lead investor and achieving true financial freedom through real estate investing.

 

Al Gordon steps in for Mike Harrison, who is enjoying financial freedom in Mexico with a fishing rod and a cold beverage. Al reflects on how he and his fellow radio co-hosts, Mike, Andy Webb, and founder Del Walmsley all come from different backgrounds but achieved success through the same real estate investing roadmap created by Lifestyles Unlimited in 1990. He highlights the value of being part of Lifestyles Unlimited, including access to Deal Flow, exclusive property blasts through Lifestyles Realty, and ongoing mentoring, demonstrating how education, networking, and hands on strategy work together to help members achieve financial freedom.

 

Andy Webb outlines the foundational elements of real estate investing using the classic “who, what, when, where, why, and how” structure. He explains who should invest, what types of properties to consider, when to take action, where to find opportunities, why real estate outperforms traditional investments, and how to get started—urging listeners to take action and follow the proven roadmap of those who’ve already achieved success.