Yesterday I had the chance to meet the legend himself, @BobKnakal, at his office in New York City. Let me just say this… The Map Room is next level. It’s not just a wall of deals. It’s a war room built off precision, grit, & an obsession with understanding every inch of New York City real estate. What blew me away was a story of a competitor telling a client there were only 8 comps. Bob’s team found 44. That’s not a small edge. That’s the difference between shooting in the dark & walking in with night vision. When you’re manually mapping inventory at that level, the marketplace rewards you. Big thanks to Christopher Maier, Eric Clark, Tom Truong, Tom Crumpton, & Sean Patrick Murphy for lining up the intro. Excited to dive deeper with the NYC brokerage community into 1031 Exchange volume, Self-Directed IRA & Solo 401(k) clients, & how our Texas-based, tax-advantaged, cashflowing deeded mineral properties can add real horsepower to their pipeline. @BKRealEstateAdv #1031Exchange #1031Exchanges #SelfDirectedIRA #SelfDirectedIRAs #SDIRA #Solo401k #MineralRights

1 week into @MeetupDallas nonprofit cohort: 1. Dallas Museum of Art 2. Dallas CASA 3. Communities Foundation of Texas 4. North Texas Disability Chamber 5. Texas Trees Foundation 6. Kaleidoscope Park 7. Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 8. AT&T Performing Arts Center 9. WFAA 10. American Heart Association 11. Heart House 12. ConnectIDD 13. Greater Dallas Planning Council 14. Dallas Regional Chamber 15. Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity

Great time this week at Liz Fernandez’s “Stand Up for Her” event at Bat Box in Addison. Glad to help sponsor it alongside Dylan Grayson & Scott Friend while spending time with a strong group of brokers, commercial real estate vendors, & developers running deals across the Dallas Fort Worth market. I have to say the indoor batting cage setup was a refreshing change from the usual run of the mill networking events. Instead of the standard cocktail shuffle, people were actually loosening up, taking swings, & having candid conversations. & allegedly some critiquing of people's batting techniques. 🤫 One topic that kept coming up in conversations with investors & real estate professionals is mineral rights. As the real estate & energy markets continue to intersect, more serious investors are starting to keep this asset class on their radar & in their portfolio. If you’re active in real estate, development, or capital allocation, I’m curious: 👉 Are deeded mineral rights already part of your strategy, or is it something you haven’t looked at yet? Either way, always good connecting with sharp people in the DFW market. 🔔 If you want to talk through it privately, reach out & book a conversation with me at bettercalltommy.com #1031Exchange #1031Exchanges #1033Exchange #1031Exchanges #SelfDirectedIRA #SelfDirectedIRAs #SDIRA #Solo401k #MineralRights #WorkingInterest #DallasMeetup

DallasMeetup Spotlight: Tommy Brachey dallasmeetup.com/news/dallas… @KeyREConsulting

DallasMeetup Spotlight: Tommy Brachey dallasmeetup.com/news/dallas… @KeyREConsulting @MeetupDallas

While most of the Southern states are hunkered down riding out the ice storm, this is a good moment to sharpen the blade. @amycalandrino was generous enough to have me on her latest Performance Mindset podcast. Watch the episode here: 📺 YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=cdZBxImS…  Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… 🎙️ Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/08V… We got into mineral rights, 1031 exchanges, self directed qualified retirement plans, & why real dealflow still comes from showing up both online & in person. Presence & relationships compound. If you are serious about hard assets, tax efficiency, & positioning yourself where real opportunities actually originate, this episode is worth your attention. If you want to take the conversation private and talk specifics, you know where to find me. 👉 BetterCallTommy.com Stay warm. Stay sharp. #1031Exchange #1031Exchanges #1033Exchange #1033Exchanges #SelfDirectedIRA #SelfDirectedIRAs #SDIRA #Solo401k @MineralRights @MeetupDallas

Your retirement strategy may be more flexible than you think. Tommy shares how self-directed IRAs and solo 401(k) plans can be used to hold mineral rights and why properly vetting custodians is critical for long-term success. This is not about chasing trends. It’s about understanding structure and strategy. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the Performance Mindset Show podcast page #SelfDirectedIRA #RetirementPlanning #WealthBuilding #PerformanceMindset

Most people think building wealth through real estate means buying buildings. In this episode of the Performance Mindset Show, I sat down with Tommy Brachey to talk about a lesser-known strategy that quietly plays a powerful role in long-term wealth and retirement planning. Mineral rights, when understood correctly, can complement traditional real estate and open doors many investors never consider. Sometimes the biggest opportunities are the ones no one is talking about. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the Performance Mindset Show podcast page #PerformanceMindset #WealthStrategy #CommercialRealEstate #MineralRights

Mineral rights are one of the most misunderstood assets in real estate. In this clip, Tommy Brachey breaks down where mineral rights fit within the three estates of real estate and why investors who truly understand them often come back again and again. Education creates confidence. Confidence creates repeat success. 🎧 Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the podcast page #MineralRights #AlternativeInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #PerformanceMindset

Consistency and authenticity matter more than perfection. In this conversation, Tommy Brachey talks about the role social media, events, and relationship-building play in growing a national business while maintaining professionalism and trust. Long-term success is built on showing up the same way, every time. 🎧 Full episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the podcast page #AuthenticLeadership #BusinessGrowth #Networking #PerformanceMindset

Investor Fuel & @HambrightMike just dropped a new episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast with me as the featured guest. Watch or listen to the podcast: 📺 YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=mAfuiiRy…  Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… Some of the highlights include: ⦿ How mineral rights actually work & why most investors never see them ⦿ Why minerals pair cleanly with 1031 exchanges instead of fighting them ⦿ How self-directed retirement accounts unlock a whole new lane ⦿ How brokers & agents can partner with me & absolutely crush it for their real estate investor clients If you are a broker, agent, investor, or advisor & want to have a private, candid conversation about your situation or your client’s scenario, book time with me here: 👉 bettercalltommy.com Investor Fuel continues to do what they do best. Bringing real operators together. Their investment group & shows are built for serious investors who want to sharpen their edge, not just feel good for an hour. For those who may not know this yet, Investor Fuel is not a small room. They have 18,000 subscribers on YouTube alone & a full ecosystem built to help real estate investors grow, scale, & win. This is a serious platform with serious infrastructure. ⦿ Investor Fuel Mastermind for high level operators ⦿ Investor Machine marketing partnerships that actually drive deal flow ⦿ One on one coaching with Mike Hambright ⦿ Curated vacation & mastermind retreats built for relationships & leverage ⦿ Property insurance designed for real estate investors ⦿ Investor Fuel Club which combines coaching with a true deal partner community #1031Exchange #1031Exchanges #1033Exchange #1033Exchanges #SelfDirectedIRA #SelfDirectedIRAs #SDIRA #Solo401k #MineralRights

Eric Clark discusses mentorship in commercial and residential real estate.

1031 Exchanges, Mineral Deeds, & More Featuring Thomas Brachey This week, I sat down with Thomas Brachey, PMP—founder of Key Real Estate Consulting and one of the sharpest minds in tax-advantaged real estate. Thomas specializes in 1031 exchanges, mineral-rights strategies, and the overlooked investment structures most people never hear about. Recognized as a 2025 Top Agent by BestAgents.US, Thomas blends deep technical training (PMP Six Sigma Master Black Belt) with real-world execution. He's also the author of Basics of the 1031 Exchange and Leveraging Mineral Rights and the 1031 Exchange, two guides that simplify complex strategies for everyday investors. In this episode, you’ll learn: * How to structure 1031 exchanges for long-term tax deferral and cash flow * Why mineral rights are becoming a lucrative alternative asset class * How retirement accounts (SDIRAs, Solo 401(k)s, etc.) tie into real estate and minerals * Common mistakes and red flags and how to avoid them A must-listen for investors exploring smarter, tax-efficient ways to scale. Are you aware of the tax and cash-flow advantages a 1031 exchange can unlock when mineral rights are involved? For property evaluations you can reach me at 615-212-5524 - Carson@passive.investments eXp Commercial Helping clients and finding buyers nationwide through eXp’s national network. Connect with me > linkedin.com/in/carsonjones/ x.com/CarsonLJ79 youtube.com/@CarsonscornerCR… instagram.com/carson.tn/# facebook.com/share/1DVPWhD6i… passive.investments/podcast/ Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Always consult your attorney, CPA, or financial advisor before making any financial decisions. All investments and property ownership carry risk, including the potential loss of principal.

One of the most overlooked 1031 replacement options? Mineral rights. Everyone focuses on the building above the dirt… almost no one looks at the value under it. Mineral rights (oil, gas, water, aggregates, royalties) are real property—and they count for 1031. They can: ✅ Produce passive royalty income ✅ Diversify outside traditional CRE ✅ Help you hit your identification window fast Most investors never even consider it. If you’re in a 1031 and exploring replacement properties, don’t ignore what’s beneath the surface. Educational conversation with Thomas Brachey, PMP

Great time this past Thursday celebrating Dallas’ commercial real estate vertical

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🔥 ALL RE AGENTS & BROKERS 🔥 If you’re a real estate agent or broker who’s serious about growth, this is your room. We’re talking over 1,200 driven professionals coming to @MeetupDallas at Community Beer Company on November 6th! Power players flying in from New York, Massachusetts, Alabama, & every corner of Texas. People who move capital, structure partnerships, & open doors most don’t even know exist. This isn’t a casual mixer. It’s the biggest networking event of its kind in Dallas. The place where deals get sparked, partnerships get built, & the next level of your business starts. You’ll meet the rockstars of real estate. The ones who make it happen. The ones who execute. I’ll be there in person, ready to connect you with the right people before and during the event. 🙋‍♂️ If you have questions or want to confirm you are coming, reach out to me here on X, text, or call me directly. 📞 (214) 998-8198 📧 mgmt@keyrealestateconsulting.com Register Online Here: dallasmeetup.com/dallasmeetu… #DallasMeetup #Realtor #CRE #DFW #TexasRealtor

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