Pending and Trending

Pending and Trending Podcast with Deidre Quinn explores wealth-building, financial freedom, and smart investing strategies beyond just real estate. With over 20 years of experience as a Realtor and investor, Deidre shares practical insights alongside entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts on creating passive income, building multiple revenue streams, and developing the mindset needed for long-term success. Whether you're an investor, business owner, or looking to grow your financial future, this podcast delivers real-world strategies to help you build lasting wealth.

Pending and Trending is a business podcast hosted by Deidre Quinn, with 51 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Deidre Quinn hosts Pending and Trending, a business show with 51 episodes published.

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  From W-2 to Wealth: Building Parallel Income Streams Without Quitting Your Day Job

  Aug 13, 202626 min

  Quitting your W2 job overnight is not the only way to achieve financial freedom. In this episode, Deidre Quinn talks with real estate developer Aaron Ameen about building wealth on parallel tracks. Aaron explains why maintaining job stability gives you the leverage to make calculated investments, sharing his transition from single family rentals to developing $10M luxury residential assisted living facilities in Houston. In this episode, you'll learn: ✔️ The importance of maintaining a day job while building passive income ✔️ How to plan and execute a multi-year investment strategy ✔️ Insights into developing luxury assisted living homes ✔️ The role of mindset and intentionality in financial success ✔️ Navigating challenges and pivoting in real estate investments HOSTED BY: Deidre Quinn GUEST: Aaron Ameen – Strategy & Finance Consultant, Investor & Host of Own Your Upside Aaron Ameen is a real estate developer, host of the Own Your Upside podcast, and author. Alongside his wife and business partner, Andrea, he leads development and investment projects with a focus on complex deal structuring and creative financing. Aaron regularly shares insights on real estate, entrepreneurship, and long-term value creation. Stream the full episode to hear Aaron's practical advice on taking control of your financial future. _____________ CONNECT WITH AARON AMEEN • Website: https://aaronameen.com/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-ameen/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaron.ameen/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronameenreicoach/ FOLLOW DEIDRE QUINN – PENDING AND TRENDING: • Website: https://www.deidrequinn.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamquinnstagram/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidre-quinn-realtor/ Don’t forget to LIKE SUBSCRIBE COMMENT below! Produced by Icons of Real Estate https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  The SEAD Blueprint: Building Freedom Through Real Estate | Jason Wojo

  Aug 6, 202628 min

  How do you build a real estate business that runs without you? Jason Wojo joins Deidre Quinn on Pending and Trending to break down the SEAD Process (Strategize, Eliminate, Automate, Delegate) four steps in a fixed order for owners who want to work fewer hours without earning less. Jason is CEO of Lifeonaire, a broker, and author of Business for Life. His argument: most owners build the company first and never stop to decide what they want their life to look like, so the business takes every waking hour and life gets the crumbs. He and Deidre work through what to do about it - the work to cut before automating anything, where AI actually helps and where Jason flatly won't use it, and which real estate assets are genuinely passive versus a second job in disguise. WHAT YOU'LL TAKE AWAY ✔️ Why the four SEAD steps only work in order ✔️ MUD: the meaningless, unnecessary, and distracting work to clear off your plate first ✔️ The two things Jason refuses to use AI for, and why AI-written copy costs you client trust ✔️ The reserve account to have before your first rental - and which assets are actually passive _____________ HOSTED BY: Deidre Quinn GUEST: Jason Wojo, Ph.D. – CEO of Life On Air, Business Coach & Author Dr. Jason Wojo is the CEO of Lifeonaire, author of Business for Life, and a recovering scientist with two BS, MS, and PhD degrees who helps entrepreneurs and real estate professionals break free from hustle culture. He specializes in teaching his signature SEAD process to help business owners build highly profitable, life-first businesses and create generational wealth. Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! CONNECT WITH JASON WOJO: • Website: https://lifeonaire.com/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjasonwojo • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonwojo_official/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonwojo/ FOLLOW DEIDRE QUINN – PENDING AND TRENDING: • Website: https://www.deidrequinn.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamquinnstagram/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidre-quinn-realtor/ Don’t forget to LIKE SUBSCRIBE COMMENT below! Produced by Icons of Real Estate https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  $250K is all it takes to invest like the ultra-wealthy

  Jul 23, 202628 min

  In this episode of Pending and Trending , host Deidre Quinn sits down with Henry Yoshida , Co-Founder and CEO of Rocket Dollar, to explore how self-directed IRAs are transforming retirement investing. Henry shares why traditional retirement accounts may no longer provide enough diversification, how investors can use retirement funds to invest in real estate and private companies, and the common mistakes to avoid when using self-directed retirement accounts. Whether you're a real estate investor, entrepreneur, or high-income professional, this episode offers valuable insights into building long-term wealth through alternative investments. Special offer: Use promo code DEIDREQUINN300 when signing up through our guest's website to receive $300 off your signup. Hosted by: Deidre Quinn Guest: Henry Yoshida – Co-Founder & CEO, Rocket Dollar Henry Yoshida is the Co-founder and CEO of Rocket Dollar, a fintech platform that empowers individuals to invest tax-advantaged retirement funds into alternative assets. As a CFP® professional and licensed real estate agent with years of financial services leadership, he specializes in building high-performing teams and helping clients break free from traditional Wall Street constraints to achieve their ultimate financial goals. What You'll Learn: ✔️ What a self-directed IRA is and how it differs from traditional retirement accounts ✔️ Why diversification beyond stocks and mutual funds matters more than ever ✔️ How to invest retirement funds in real estate, private equity, and startups ✔️ Common IRS prohibited transactions and mistakes investors should avoid ✔️ Why wealthy investors build diversified portfolios using alternative assets Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! Connect with Henry Yoshida: Website → https://www.rocketdollar.com/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/henrythecfp/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryyoshida/ Follow Deidre Quinn – Pending and Trending: Website → https://www.deidrequinn.com/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/teamquinnstagram/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidre-quinn-realtor/ Don’t Forget to LIKE , SUBSCRIBE & COMMENT Below! Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  How to Become Financially Free Using Cash Flow Instead of Savings

  Jul 9, 202639 min

  🚀 What if financial freedom isn't about saving millions—but about creating consistent cash flow? In this episode of Pending and Trending , host Deidre Quinn sits down with Chris Miles , founder of Money Ripples and author of The Work Optional Blueprint , to challenge traditional retirement planning. Chris shares why he walked away from Wall Street, how he became financially independent in his 20s, recovered after losing over $1 million during the recession, and the mindset shifts that help investors create lasting passive income. From real estate and alternative investments to AI's role in financial advice, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on building wealth. 🎧 Hosted by: Deidre Quinn 👤 Guest: 🏡 Chris Miles – Financial Strategist, Founder of Money Ripples, Author & Podcast Host Chris Miles is the founder of Money Ripples, author of Work Optional Blueprint, and host of the Money Ripples Podcast. A former financial advisor, he is known for his approach to building passive income outside traditional Wall Street strategies and has been featured in outlets including CNN Money, BiggerPockets, and Entrepreneurs on Fire. 💡 What You'll Learn: ✔️ Why traditional retirement strategies often fail investors ✔️ The difference between accumulating wealth and generating cash flow ✔️ Chris' "Get Lean, Get Liquid, Get Out" framework for financial freedom ✔️ How passive income can make work optional years earlier than expected ✔️ Why investors should think critically before relying on AI for financial advice 🎵 Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or someone looking to achieve financial freedom faster, this episode delivers practical strategies and fresh perspectives on building lasting wealth. 💼 Connect with Chris Miles: 🌐 Website → https://www.moneyripples.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/chris.miles9177/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscmiles 🎙 Follow Deidre Quinn – Pending and Trending: 🌐 Website → https://www.deidrequinn.com/ 📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/teamquinnstagram/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidre-quinn-realtor/ 🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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  How Private Lending Builds Wealth Without Owning Rentals

  Jul 2, 202626 min

  🚀 In this episode of Pending and Trending , Deidre Quinn sits down with Loren G. Wernette , Founder and CEO of REI Transactional , to explore the world of private lending, real estate debt funds, and passive investing. Loren shares his journey from agriculture and marketing into real estate entrepreneurship, explains how private debt funds work, and discusses the strategies he uses to protect investor capital while generating consistent returns. Whether you're an active real estate investor or a busy professional looking to diversify your portfolio, this episode is packed with valuable insights on building long-term wealth. 🎧 Hosted by: Deidre Quinn 👤 Guest: 🏡 Loren G. Wernette – Founder & CEO, REI Transactional Loren Wernette is the founder and CEO of REI Transactional, managing two private real estate debt funds that build generational wealth for accredited investors. Based in North Carolina, the firm specializes in short-term bridge loans across the Southeast secured by first-position commercial liens. Built from the ground up to provide reliable capital, he pairs his operator background with active involvement in local real estate communities like TREX and TREIA. 💡 What You'll Learn: ✔️ How private real estate debt funds generate returns for investors ✔️ Loren's journey from real estate investor to private lender ✔️ Risk management strategies for protecting investor capital ✔️ Common mistakes investors make when using private financing ✔️ How busy professionals can build wealth through passive real estate investing 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Loren G. Wernette: 🌐 Website → https://www.reitransactional.com/home 🌐 Website → https://www.reihighyield.com/home 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/loren.wernette 📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/investwithloren/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-wernette-8124a441/ 🎙 Follow Deidre Quinn – Pending and Trending: 🌐 Website → https://www.deidrequinn.com/ 📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/teamquinnstagram/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidre-quinn-realtor/ 🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! 💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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