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Why Most Goals Fail — And How to Build a 2026 Plan That Actually Works

Welcome back to Raising the Flipping Bar! In this episode, Derek Marlin breaks down the exact goal-setting framework he uses to dominate each year — especially in tougher markets like we’re facing going into 2026. Instead of vague resolutions or soft targets, Derek dives into the “More, Better, New” system, how to build a real buy box, why most goals fail, and how to create a plan you can actually execute on with discipline, clarity, and extreme ownership. This episode blends personal story...

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Dec. 11, 2025

Why Most Goals Fail — And How to Build a 2026 Plan That Actually Works

Welcome back to Raising the Flipping Bar! In this episode, Derek Marlin breaks down the exact goal-setting framework he uses to dominate each year — especially in tougher markets like we’re facing going into 2026. Instead of vague resolutions or soft targets, Derek dives into the “More, Better, New…

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Nov. 28, 2025

Undersatnding the Capital Stack- With Jesse From Indicate Capital

Welcome back to Raising the Flipping Bar! In this episode, Derek Marlin sits down with Jesse from Indicate Capital — a seasoned lender with deep experience in construction, commercial mortgage banking, and private real estate finance. Jesse breaks down how the capital stack really works, what today…

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Nov. 13, 2025

Game-Changing Real Estate Strategies I Learned at EXPCON

Welcome back to Raising the Flipping Bar! In this episode, Derek Marlin recaps his biggest takeaways from EXPCON 2025 — where the top minds in real estate, investing, and entrepreneurship came together to share what’s working right now. From agent growth and personal development to leadership and w…

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Nov. 6, 2025

From Side Hustle to Full Time Investor with Jordan Cunningham Pt.2

Welcome back to Part 2 of our conversation with investor and developer Jordan Cunningham of Cunningham Invest. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the real numbers behind his first big investment move — how he ...

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Oct. 30, 2025

From Side Hustle to Full Time Investor with Jordan Cunningham

In this episode of Raising the Flipping Bar , I’m joined by Jordan Cunningham , founder of Cunningham Invest , to talk all things fix and flip, BRRRR investing, and scaling a real estate business from the ground up. Jordan sh...

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Oct. 24, 2025

Behind the Numbers: Our Latest Colorado Flip

In this episode of Raising the Flipping Bar, we’re diving into one of my favorite topics — a full deal analysis of a recent cosmetic flip in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. I’m breaking down every number, decision, and lesson from thi...

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