DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer

"YOU DON'T HAVE TO CHOOSE BETWEEN YOUR CAREER AND REAL ESTATE INVESTING."

Many people believe you can't successfully invest in real estate while maintaining another career or business.

THINK AGAIN.

Joel Miller has been investing in rental properties since 1978 and has flipped over 100 houses since 1991 all while maintaining a 35-year career as a professional mobile DJ with 5,051 appearances.
And guess what? His first property from 1978? He STILL owns it 47 years later, and it's a "cash cow" with three units and three garages.

"It's harder to find the deal than it is to find the money. If you can find a deal that makes sense, you will find some way to get the money," says Joel.

We'll dive deep into this (and so much more) in this episode of the DealQuest Podcast!
- Learn how to balance a full-time career with real estate investing
- Discover the truth about hard money lending from someone who's both borrowed and lent
- Understand the mindset shifts needed for successful property investing

If you've ever thought about adding real estate to your investment portfolio while keeping your primary career, this episode is a must-listen.

FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:
https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/joelmiller



FOR MORE ON JOEL MILLER:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-miller-42981811/
https://joelmillerbooks.com/

FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/
http://coreykupfer.com/

Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.

Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

Mergers are exciting… until the real work begins.

I had an incredible conversation with Jonathan Gardner on this podcast episode.

This is something we don’t talk about enough…

(We spend so much time focusing on closing the deal)…

But we’re not REALLY talking about what happens after—the post-merger integration that can make or break the entire deal.

When you…

• Align teams and company cultures seamlessly…
• Avoid the costly integration mistakes most businesses make…
• Ensure a smooth transition for customers, employees, and operations…
• And actually unlock the full value of your deal…

That’s when a merger becomes a real success story.

Otherwise? You’re leaving millions on the table.

Don’t make that mistake. Tune in to this game-changing episode now.

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FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:
https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/jonathangardner

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FOR MORE ON JONATHAN GARDNER:
http://www.linkedin.com/in/j-gardner-buy-and-sell-with-confidence
http://www.jgardnergroup.com

FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/
http://coreykupfer.com/

Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.

Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

Had an incredible conversation with Devan Gonzalez about scaling a fitness business the right way—without burning out or sacrificing quality.

We broke down how he went from corporate trainer to thriving gym owner, built a game-changing franchise model, and turned sales into service (no sleazy tactics here).

We covered so much in this episode, including:
- How Devan went from corporate trainer to thriving gym owner
- The business model shift that benefits everyone—clients, trainers, & the gym
- Why selling isn’t about pushing—it’s about solving problems
- The key to strong business partnerships (hint: clear boundaries)
- His unique approach to franchising smart, not fast—and why most people get it wrong

And much more!

If you’re a fitness entrepreneur—or dreaming of turning your passion into a real business—this episode is packed with gold.

Tune in to this episode to hear Devan Gonzalez share his insights on building a sustainable business model, empowering franchisees, and creating long-term success in the fitness industry.

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FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:
https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/devangonzalez

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FOR MORE ON DEVAN GONZALEZ
https://www.linkedin.com/in/devangonzalez/
https://www.tiktok.com/@devan.gonzalez
https://www.youtube.com/@devan.gonzalez
https://www.strive11fitness.com/franchise

FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/
http://coreykupfer.com/

Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.

Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

Sovereign wealth funds are changing the M&A game! Keep reading to find out how

Everyone is talking about private equity in mergers and acquisitions... but they’re overlooking a major player.

Sovereign wealth funds are making big moves in the investment advisory space.

And they’re reshaping valuations, deal structures, and long-term exits in ways that most advisors aren’t prepared for.

If you’re in M&A, you need to know what’s happening

• Sovereign wealth funds now control over $11 trillion in assets globally
• They’re deploying record-breaking capital into private markets and advisory firms
• Their long-term investment strategies are reshaping valuation models
• Traditional M&A players must rethink their approach to stay competitive

And much more...

Sovereign wealth funds are strategic, long-term players, and their influence on the M&A landscape is only growing.

If you’re an advisor, investor, or entrepreneur navigating M&A... this is a trend you can’t afford to ignore.

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FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:
https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/SovereignWealthFunds

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FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/
http://coreykupfer.com/

Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.

Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

Hold on to your coffee cups, folks —we're diving deep into the world of private capital, emerging markets, and coffee investments today!⁠

In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, I’m chatting with Cole Shephard, founder of Green Coffee Company, about how he turned Colombian agriculture into a business powerhouse. This episode is a game-changer for anyone interested in real estate, coffee, or emerging markets.

Here’s the deal—Cole’s journey from corporate finance to entrepreneurship is packed with invaluable insights you NEED to hear.⁠

Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or coffee lover, you're going to get the inside scoop on:

• How to navigate cultural differences in international business
• Turning market inefficiencies into BIG opportunities
• Building local partnerships to thrive in new markets

And much more

Want the full story?⁠

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FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:
https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/coleshephard

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FOR MORE ON COLE SHEPHARD
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cole-shephard-67b1a51a/
https://www.juanvaldezcafestore.com/

FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER

https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/
http://coreykupfer.com/

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Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.

Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!