From Vegas to Miami… and Now Mexico 🌎

Oct 28

Hey Income Flippers,

The last few weeks have been a whirlwind — from the BiggerPockets Conference in Vegas, to eXp’s Mastermind in Miami, and now to Mexico, where I’m taking a rare pause to celebrate my 24th wedding anniversary with my wife.

But if you know me, even “vacation mode” means reflection and recalibration. I’ve been thinking deeply about what’s ahead — for myself, for CAZA, for GRID Capital Partners, and for everyone in our ecosystem.

Let’s unpack some lessons from the road — and how they tie into building wealth, freedom, and legacy through real estate.

Vegas — BiggerPockets Conference: 3 Key Takeaways

Investors Are Excited About This Market Shift

There’s energy in the air again. The best investors I met weren’t scared — they were salivating.

While most of the world is stuck in fear, smart investors see what’s coming: opportunity.

Markets move in cycles, and wealth shifts hands during transitions.

Those who prepare — with the right capital, partnerships, and systems — are about to scoop up assets at discounts we haven’t seen in years.

Fear creates inefficiency; inefficiency creates opportunity.

If you’re an agent or investor, now’s the time to sharpen your acquisition systems and funding relationships. This is when fortunes are built.

Affordability Is the Next Frontier

One of the biggest conversations in Vegas was around housing affordability.

Everyone’s trying to solve the same problem from different angles:

ADUs to add density and cash flow
Modular and manufactured homes
Shared housing and co-living models

This is where creativity meets capitalism.

At GRID, we’re leaning in — exploring affordable ownership models and shared-equity investment partnerships that align investors, builders, and residents.

We’re not just chasing profit; we’re designing sustainable housing ecosystems that create win-wins across the board. When you can solve big problems that affect millions, you don’t chase wealth — wealth chases you.

AI Is Changing the Game

The third big theme? AI is everywhere.
Investors are using AI to:

Analyze deals in seconds
Identify value-add opportunities
Forecast rent growth
Even write listing descriptions or investor updates automatically

We’re not in the age of replacing humans — we’re in the age of augmenting them. The ones who adapt will dominate.

If you’re still trying to run a 2020 playbook in a 2025 world, you’re already behind.

At GRID, we’re integrating AI into every division — from lead generation to underwriting, investor reporting, and education. It’s not just about speed; it’s about intelligence at scale.

Miami — Lessons from a Billionaire

From Vegas, I headed to Miami for an exclusive mastermind experience introduced to me by my good friend Brandon Brittingham — and it turned out to be one of the most impactful weekends I’ve had in years.

We had the privilege of spending time with Bobby Castro, a self-made Cuban-American billionaire who rose from nothing to build and sell a company valued at nearly a billion dollars.

His story hit home for me.

It wasn’t about luck. It was about habits, discipline, and mindset. Here are a few lessons that stuck with me — straight from Bobby himself:

Non-Refundable Minutes

Time is the only currency you can’t get back.
Every minute spent in negativity, drama, or distraction is a non-refundable investment in the wrong direction.
Be ruthless with your calendar.
Say “no” more often.
Spend your time with people who expand your thinking and your energy — not drain it.

Take Care of Your Body

When you look good, you feel good.
When you feel good, you perform better.
Wealth without health is just stress with a nicer view.
That’s why I’ve made my fitness and energy non-negotiable.
The next level of business growth requires the next level of physical and mental energy.

PMA — Positive Mental Attitude

Everything starts in the mind.
Your thoughts shape your actions, and your actions shape your reality.
You can’t build a billion-dollar vision with a thousand-dollar mindset.
PMA isn’t just optimism; it’s a trained discipline of finding the lesson in every challenge.

Take Imperfect Action

You don’t need permission.
You don’t need perfect timing.
You just need to start.
Every success story I know began as a messy, uncertain first step.
Progress beats perfection every time.

Stay Invested

Markets rise and fall, but compounding never stops.
Those who stay invested — financially and mentally — always win.
It’s the patience to stay in the game that separates the rich from the wealthy.

5 AI Strategies to Build Wealth Through Real Estate

AI isn’t the future; it’s the force multiplier of the present.

Here are five strategies we’re actively implementing inside GRID and CAZA:

AI-Powered Lead Generation: Automate outreach and follow-up to nurture thousands of investor relationships at scale.
Smart Deal Analysis: Use AI to instantly evaluate cash flow, ARV, and ROI — saving hours and removing emotion from decisions.
Content Automation: Create consistent video, email, and social content to stay top-of-mind without burning out.
Predictive Market Insights: Tap into AI models that forecast neighborhood trends and investor movement before they’re public.
Education at Scale: Our GRID AI Certification is teaching agents how to leverage these tools to become the most valuable advisors in their markets.

In short — AI won’t replace you, but someone using AI will.

Mexico — Vision and Reflection

Now, as I sit here in Mexico watching the ocean, I’m grateful — and focused.

I’m taking this time to finalize plans for our GRID Capital Partners Retreat, where I’ll be painting the vision for our next chapter.

Our mission remains the same:

To help agents and investors build wealth, freedom, and legacy through community, education, and ownership.

But the how is evolving.

This next season is about integration — aligning every business, every person, and every opportunity under One Culture. One Platform. We’re building not just companies, but a movement.