From Adversity to Abundance Podcast

From Adversity to Abundance Podcast

From Adversity to Abundance, hosted by entrepreneur and seasoned real estate investor Jamie Bateman, is the ultimate guide for active and passive investors seeking clarity, mental fitness, and the confidence to make inspired decisions in the world of real estate.

With a decade-plus of investing experience across various niches and a background as a combat veteran, former Army officer, and multimillion-dollar mortgage note company owner, Jamie brings a wealth of knowledge and inspiring storie…

From Land Developer to Private Lender: Brooke Kaine on Inflection Points, Cashflow, and the Power of Relationships
From Adversity to Abundance Podcast
From Land Developer to Private Lender: Brooke Kaine on Inflection Points, Cashflow, and the Power of Relationships

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From Land Developer to Private Lender: Brooke Kaine on Inflection Points, Cashflow, and the Power of Relationships
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July 14, 2026

From Land Developer to Private Lender: Brooke Kaine on Inflection Points, Cashflow, and the Power of Relationships

In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Brooke Kaine, owner of Kaine Investments and a seasoned real estate veteran with decades of experience across land development, ground-up construction, rehabs, and private lending in Maryland. Brooke is the kind of guest who is as generous with his wisdom as he has been with his time — a self-described evangelist for private lending who discovered hard money about 13 years ago and hasn't looked back since. His stor
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From Bankruptcy to Abundance: Nate Hare on Self-Directed IRAs, Winning the Tax Game, and Owning Your Financial Future
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June 16, 2026

From Bankruptcy to Abundance: Nate Hare on Self-Directed IRAs, Winning the Tax Game, and Owning Your Financial Future

In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Nate Hare, Vice President at Directed IRA, who knows firsthand what it means to lose it all and rebuild. In 2007–2008, Nate lost all 17 of his rental properties and was forced to file for bankruptcy — and if that wasn't enough, he simultaneously lost his job in the mortgage industry. Two crushing blows at once. But rather than staying down, Nate used that painful chapter as a launchpad to discover one of the most u
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Buying the Debt, Not the Property: Jamie Bateman on Mortgage Note Investing, Asset Management, and Private Lending
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June 2, 2026

Buying the Debt, Not the Property: Jamie Bateman on Mortgage Note Investing, Asset Management, and Private Lending

In this special crossover episode, Jamie Bateman — host of the From Adversity to Abundance Podcast and fund manager at Labrador Lending — steps to the other side of the mic as a featured guest on the Real Estate Pros Show with host Michelle Tack. Jamie pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to build and operate a mortgage note investing business, from sourcing deals and raising capital to the day-to-day realities of asset management.Jamie shares candid stories from the field, includin
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Turning Lending Into Leverage: Will Harvey on Hard Money Funds and Building a Scalable Income Machine
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May 19, 2026

Turning Lending Into Leverage: Will Harvey on Hard Money Funds and Building a Scalable Income Machine

In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Will Harvey of Harvey Capital for a practical, in-depth conversation on private lending, hard money, and what it really takes to run a real estate fund. Will shares his journey from working in the mortgage business to flipping houses—and ultimately finding his niche in private lending and fund management. As he prepares to launch his first 506C fund, Will breaks down how these structures work, why he chose to focus
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From Divorce and Financial Rock Bottom to CEO of Self-Directed IRA Powerhouse with Kaaren Hall
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May 5, 2026

From Divorce and Financial Rock Bottom to CEO of Self-Directed IRA Powerhouse with Kaaren Hall

In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Kaaren Hall, Founder and CEO of UDirect IRA Services, to unpack an incredible journey that began in the depths of the 2008–2009 financial crisis. From being a single mother navigating divorce and job loss to building a company that now oversees more than $1.3 billion in assets, Kaaren’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and long-term vision.What started with just $2,000 and a small office setup grew into
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Why Focus and Relationships Beat Opportunity: Matt Stevens on Real Estate Failure and Franchising Success
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April 21, 2026

Why Focus and Relationships Beat Opportunity: Matt Stevens on Real Estate Failure and Franchising Success

In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Matt Stevens, known as “the franchise guy,” for a candid conversation about business, real estate, and the realities behind both. Matt shares his early entrepreneurial success—building a painting franchise to 5,000 hours in just three months—before opening up about his much tougher experience in real estate, where fires, insurance issues, and other setbacks led to roughly $50,000 in losses. This episode offers a gr
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About the Host

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Jamie Bateman

Host / Founder / Entrepreneur / Real Estate Investor

Jamie Bateman is a passionate entrepreneur and real estate investor based in Maryland. With extensive knowledge and experience in the industry, Jamie is dedicated to empowering mortgage note investors and entrepreneurs to achieve their financial goals. As a combat veteran and former Army officer, Jamie's exceptional leadership skills and drive for excellence have contributed to their success in real estate investment.

Jamie's decision to become a W-2 quitter allowed him to fully commit to an entrepreneurial journey focused on empowering others in mortgage note investment. Jamie has built an impressive portfolio of single-family rental properties and mortgage notes, consistently seeking new opportunities for growth and expansion. Operating two successful mortgage note funds, Jamie has helped numerous investors navigate the market and achieve impressive returns. Through the popular podcast "From Adversity to Abundance," Jamie shares valuable insights and highlights the stories of successful investors and entrepreneurs, inspiring others on their own path to financial abundance.

As a mentor and guide, Jamie provides personalized resources and strategic advice to help individuals unlock their full potential and achieve their financial objectives. Outside of work, Jamie values family time, faith, and a healthy lifestyle. With an unwavering commitment to guiding investors and entrepreneurs, Jamie is a trusted figure in the industry, consistently making a positive impact and helping others succeed.