Live Let Thrive

08/28/2026

The resurgence of a familiar investment model is noteworthy.

It echoes the days of real estate booms, where groups pooled funds for house flipping projects, promising guaranteed returns. This same concept is now being applied to the burgeoning field of AI data centers.

Mom-and-pop investors are building these facilities, mirroring the collaborative investment strategies seen in past real estate ventures. It’s a fascinating parallel between traditional asset classes and cutting-edge technology infrastructure.

08/19/2026

Are we watching 2008 happen again in slow motion?

In Episode 347 of Live Let Thrive, Myka and Steve break down the warning signs showing up in the DFW housing market, from slowing sales and foreclosures to rising property taxes and deals that no longer make sense.

They also talk about why they’re getting out of Airbnb arbitrage, where midterm rentals are still performing, the 5 paid-off houses strategy, ADUs, AI data centers, PadSplit insurance, and Myka officially becoming a Texas real estate agent.

And if you’re in DFW, come hang out with us this Friday!

STR/MTR Meetup at Chicken N’ Pickle
August 21 | 6–9 PM
Grand Prairie, TX

Food, networking, and pickleball with Myka & Steve.

Grab your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strmtr-meetup-chicken-and-pickle-6-9-pm-tickets-1997616112567

Watch Episode 347 on YouTube and Spotify.

06/10/2026

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.

🎙️ Watch/listen now on Live Let Thrive
https://youtu.be/AEHAsgBWXaA?si=5n0f1ZQOYI3yfsjH

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06/10/2026

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.

05/04/2026

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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04/23/2026

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