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The Rich Somers Report
Hosted by Rich Somers · EN
Join host Rich Somers, as he interviews top real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and athletes from all over the world to discuss all things real estate, business, and wealth related. His first guests include Tarek El Moussa - real estate investor & TV personality, and Cliff Avril - former Seattle Seahawks player & Super Bowl XLVIII Champion. Rich is an active real estate investor and entrepreneur holding a portfolio of apartment buildings, boutique hotels, and short-term rentals valued in excess of $80M. He was an air traffic controller for the government for 11 years, and cashed out his 401k to get his start in real estate investing. Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somers
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Why 63% Of Men Are Single In 2026 | Tony Bova
Today00:47:06Summary readyAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investIn this episode Rich Somers sits down with Tony Bova to discuss why so many modern men feel disrespected in their relationships, homes, and dating lives — and what it actually takes to earn respect back. Tony shares his perspective on masculinity, leadership, emotional strength, boundaries, and why men often feel more capable in business than they do navigating conflict, attraction, and communication with women.Rich and Tony also dive into modern dating dynamics, the provider role, self-improvement, holding frame, and how men can rebuild confidence by raising their standards, creating financial freedom, and becoming more grounded in who they are. This conversation is a direct, honest look at respect, attraction, relationships, and the work required for men to lead themselves before leading anyone else.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in investing with Somers Capital? Visit www.somerscapital.com/invest to learn more.Interested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryTikTok Shop Expert: How Everyday People Are Becoming Millionaires | Nick Fowler E510
2d ago00:38:07Summary readyAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investMost side hustles fade fast. A few turn into real businesses.Rich Somers sits down with Nick Fowler to break down how he went from $0 to $50K per month using TikTok Shop, and why this model may be one of the most overlooked opportunities heading into 2026. Instead of chasing virality, Nick explains the systems, discipline, and repetition required to make TikTok Shop work consistently—not just once.The conversation dives into what actually drives conversions on the platform, why most people fail after early traction, and how Nick approached product selection, content volume, and iteration without relying on hype or shortcuts. He shares the mistakes beginners make, the mindset shift required to scale, and why treating this like a real business—not a quick win—is the difference maker.Rich and Nick also unpack where TikTok Shop fits into the broader creator and ecommerce landscape, who this model is not for, and why execution beats creativity every time. From testing and reps to staying focused when results are uneven, this episode breaks down what it really takes to build durable income in a noisy space.This is a clear, practical conversation for anyone curious about modern side hustles—and serious about turning attention into predictable revenue.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryThe Biggest Real Estate Opportunity You’ve Never Heard Of | Jeremiah Boucher E509
5d ago00:48:11Summary readyFree Due Diligence Playbook — The mindset and philosophy behind $435M+ AUM, and the questions Jeremiah asks every sponsor before writing a personal check: https://richsomers.patriotholdings.com/Accredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investRich sits down with Jeremiah Boucher to talk about... building durable wealth through commercial real estate, flex industrial, mobile home communities, and self-storage. Jeremiah, founder and CEO of Patriot Holdings, breaks down why location, demographics, cash flow, and downside protection matter more than ever in today’s market—and why chasing aggressive value-add projections without enough margin for error can put investors in trouble.In this episode, Rich and Jeremiah dive into buying well-located assets, underwriting defensively, working with small-business tenants, navigating debt and liquidity, and scaling into bigger, higher-quality deals. They also get into the entrepreneurial mindset behind long-term success, from choosing the right environment to staying focused, building the right team, and understanding why every piece of the business has to work together to create real value.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryHow Home Service Companies Can 10X Their Lead Gen | Peter Roth 508
1w ago00:51:26Summary readyAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investRich Somers sits down with Peter Roth to discuss how home service businesses can generate more leads, book more appointments, and scale without relying solely on expensive lead aggregators or outside marketing agencies. Peter breaks down why cold calling still works, what most companies get wrong about outbound sales, and how the right script, data, training, and follow-up system can turn a call center into a powerful growth engine.In this episode, Peter shares his playbook for building an in-house appointment-setting machine for industries like roofing, HVAC, plumbing, windows, landscaping, water treatment, and more. Rich and Peter also dive into AI in sales, the risks of outbound AI calling, how to hire and train better callers, and why business owners need to understand exactly where their lead generation process is breaking down before they can fix it.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryThe Boomer Wealth Transfer ($2.5M/Yr Opportunity) │Boris and Amanda Palomino E507
1w ago00:50:14Summary readyApply for the Palomino Yacht Mastermind Experience: Palominoseniorliving.comAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investA massive demographic shift is already underway—and most investors aren’t paying attention. Rich Somers sits down with Boris and Amanda Palomino to break down why residential assisted living is quickly becoming one of the most compelling and recession-resistant real estate asset classes in the country. With millions of baby boomers entering the age of care and a nationwide shortage of beds, demand is accelerating while supply struggles to keep up. The conversation dives into how small, boutique care homes generate strong monthly cash flow, why this model avoids many of the regulatory pressures hitting Airbnb, and how investors can combine real estate appreciation with an operating business under one roof. Boris and Amanda explain market selection, licensing, staffing, and how these properties can produce meaningful income while still qualifying for powerful tax advantages. Rich also explores why this asset class is protected, how leverage and creative financing can be used responsibly, and why the “sandwich generation” is driving long-term demand for high-quality care options. This episode is a deep, practical look at an overlooked real estate strategy—built on fundamentals, demographics, and real operating leverage.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryHow This 28 Yr Old Made $100M With Paid Ads | Jason Wojo E506
2w ago00:43:10Summary readyAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investIn this episode Rich sits down with Jason Wojo to talk about marketing, AI, funnels, paid ads, and what it really takes to scale a business in today’s online economy. Jason breaks down the risks of giving AI tools too much access, why entrepreneurs need to protect their time, how to validate offers with organic and paid traffic, and what business owners should know about Meta’s changing ad billing policies.Rich and Jason also dive into the importance of speed, trust, podcasting, sales systems, setters versus closers, and building a strong company culture as you grow. From scaling offers and shortening sales cycles to creating content at a high level and making better decisions as a founder, this conversation is packed with practical game for entrepreneurs, creators, and business owners looking to grow with more clarity and intention.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryHow She Built One of America's Top Mortgage Companies | Corinna Carter E505
2w ago00:25:51Summary readyAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investRich sits down with Corrina Carter, a powerhouse entrepreneur behind one of the top mortgage brokerages in the country, to unpack her journey from becoming a young mother before 16 to building and scaling a major lending business. Corrina shares how her early life shaped her leadership, resilience, and ability to manage people, responsibility, and pressure long before she ever stepped into entrepreneurship.In this episode, Rich and Corrina dive into scaling in a tough rate environment, building systems that remove chaos, hiring the right people, tracking KPIs, creating “unreasonable hospitality” for clients and team members, and using structure to grow from 600 to nearly 2,000 loans a year. Corrina also breaks down her approach to operations, two-a-day team check-ins, delegation, personal inventory, AI tools, and why entrepreneurs need grit, grind, and hustle to win in business.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryWhat Most People Get Wrong About Buying Businesses | Trish Scelfo E504
2w ago00:55:31Summary readyAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investToday Rich Somers sit's down wit Trish Scelfo to unpack the world of franchising, business ownership, and how entrepreneurs can find the right opportunity based on their personality, strengths, capital, and long-term goals. Trish breaks down the difference between buying an existing business and investing in a franchise, why service-based businesses can be powerful cash-flow plays, and how to avoid common mistakes like underfunding marketing or choosing a brand that does not truly fit your skill set. Rich and Trish also dive into the “experience tax,” franchise risk, creative ways to add value, what it really takes to become a successful franchisee, and why you should run your business from day one like you are going to sell it tomorrow. Whether you are leaving corporate America, looking to buy your first business, or trying to scale smarter, this episode is packed with practical insights on choosing the right industry, building great teams, creating unforgettable customer experiences, and positioning your business for a valuable exit.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryThe NFL Performance System for Entrepreneurs | Former NFL Linebacker: Larry English E503
3w ago00:45:31Summary readyAccredited Investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investFormer San Diego Chargers linebacker Larry English joins Rich Somers for a powerful conversation on what it really takes to perform at your highest level—on the field, in business, and in life. From NFL locker room lessons to building a human performance company for high-achieving men, Larry breaks down why energy, clarity, hormones, nutrition, and discipline are the real cheat codes for success.This episode goes deep into testosterone, bloodwork, longevity, mental sharpness, and the routines that help entrepreneurs stop feeling drained and start operating like elite athletes. Larry also shares stories from his Chargers days, playing alongside legends like LaDainian Tomlinson, Philip Rivers, and Antonio Gates, while revealing how to build a body and mind that can keep winning long after the game ends.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
SummaryThe 2026 Boutique Hotel Blueprint | Brad Lea E502
3w ago00:45:17Summary readyAccredited investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investRich Somers sits down with Brad Lea to break down why boutique hotels could become the next massive wealth play as Airbnb regulations tighten across the country. From building an 8-figure real estate portfolio after starting at 33 years old to using AI, influencers, and branding to transform rundown beachfront motels into luxury cash-flowing assets, Rich explains exactly how he’s building Summers Capital into a billion-dollar company.This episode dives into real estate investing, personal branding, private equity, AI automation, and the mindset required to reinvent your life. Rich shares how he went from air traffic controller to running one of the fastest-growing boutique hotel portfolios in the country, while revealing why the biggest risk in life might be never betting on yourself at all.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in investing with Somers Capital? Visit www.somerscapital.com/invest to learn more.Interested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.
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