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It’s been a long time since Micah and Steve caught up, and this episode is packed.

In Episode 344 of Live Let Thrive, they talk real estate, AI tools, creative financing, PadSplit stories, insurance wins, and what’s really happening in today’s investing world.

From a $44K insurance claim win to creative deals and wild PadSplit experiences — this one is full of real lessons and real stories.

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https://youtu.be/AEHAsgBWXaA?si=5n0f1ZQOYI3yfsjH

AI, PadSplit Chaos, Creative Financing, and Real Estate Wins It's been a long time since Myka and Steve hopped on the mic togeth...

Ever wonder what it really looks like to run 60+ rental units behind the scenes?

In this solo episode, Stevie Stacks breaks down the unglamorous reality of scaling a real estate portfolio—what happens when a key team member is out, why systems matter more than talent, and how “boring” operations are actually what make growth possible.

He also dives into:
➡️ The “Ewing Effect” and how teams adapt when the top performer steps away
➡️ Using AI + tech to upgrade listings and streamline operations
➡️ Why he’s moving away from smart locks for simpler, more reliable setups
➡️ Filling PadSplit rooms fast in transit-heavy cities
➡️ A look into his latest subject-to deal and cash-flow strategy
➡️ Lessons from his first major eviction and how it changed everything

Whether you’re managing 1 unit or 60, this one is packed with real talk on systems, resilience, and building a sustainable rental business.

Stevie Stacks shares the "un-glamorous" side of arbitrage, specifically a major plumbing issue and the frustration of being denied insurance coverage for lost revenue. He also explains his shift toward PadSplits, converting 3-bedroom houses into 6-unit properties and using "cloud-based" key systems to streamline operations.

➡️ Insurance & Maintenance: Managing a pipe burst and the reality of insurance denials for plumbing issues.
➡️ PadSplit Conversions: Transforming a 3-bedroom home into a 6-unit rental, featuring a garage conversion.
➡️ Creative Financing: Buying properties via owner financing and "subject-to" deals to bypass traditional banks.
➡️ AI Tech Hacks: Using ChatGPT for listing photo touch-ups and Walmart kiosks for digital key backups.
➡️ Rental Grade Success: Furnishing a 6-unit property for under $3,000 with "rental grade" items.
➡️ Operations: Implementing lockboxes with spare batteries and tools to prevent midnight lockouts.
➡️ Market Strategy: Prioritizing consistent corporate leases over the gamble of World Cup short-term bookings.

🎧 Tune in and see if this hidden side hustle could be your next move

Interested in professional management or consulting?
Connect with Myka and Steve through their respective management firms:
➡️Myka (Sharebnb): ⁠www.sharebnb.com⁠
➡️Steven (Argest Rentals): ⁠www.ArgestRentals.com⁠

Sign up for PadSplit with Steve’s link and get a free 1 on 1 PadSplit strategy call with Stevie Stacks!
⁠https://www.padsplit.com/hosts?referral=94AD509A⁠

Check out Myka’s Podcast: Entrepremarriage – Building wealth without losing the marriage
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What if your next income stream is hiding in plain sight? 💸

This week new episode of Live Let Thrive, Steve sits down with vending machine entrepreneur Matthew Thompson to break down how he built a vending business while working a full-time job.

This wasn’t a planned interview—it started as a simple conversation… but the value was too good not to share.

Matthew walks through:
→ how he got started with zero experience
→ why “turnkey” matters when you’re a beginner
→ the real numbers behind vending locations
→ how to balance a demanding career while building a business
→ the mindset and discipline it takes to create generational wealth

If you’ve ever thought about starting a side hustle—but didn’t know where to begin—this episode gives you a real, practical look at what it takes.

It’s not just about vending machines… it’s about ownership, consistency, and building something that grows beyond you.

🎧 Tune in and see if this hidden side hustle could be your next move
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Interested in professional management or consulting?

Connect with Myka and Steve through their respective management firms:
➡️Myka (Sharebnb): ⁠www.sharebnb.com⁠
➡️Steven (Argest Rentals): ⁠www.ArgestRentals.com⁠

Sign up for PadSplit with Steve’s link and get a free 1 on 1 PadSplit strategy call with Stevie Stacks!
⁠https://www.padsplit.com/hosts?referr...

Check out Myka’s Podcast: Entrepremarriage – Building wealth without losing the marriage
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Live Let Thrive The Hidden Side Hustle: He Built a Vending Business While Working Full-Time