Wendell’s Weekly Wins and Whiffs

🏆 This Week’s Win – Growth, Grit & Game Time Momentum

This week was a reminder that consistent effort compounds. From team development to business expansion, we’re seeing the payoff from months of building, training, and staying the course.

Win #1 – First Wholesale Deal Under Contract!
A major milestone for Tide & Timber Ventures — we officially got our first wholesale deal under contract. This one means a lot. It’s not just about a contract; it’s about proof of concept. Over the last several weeks we’ve been training our cold callers every week, coaching them on qualifying questions, tonality, and confidence. Each call, each role play, each bit of feedback added up, and now the results are showing.

It’s been rewarding to see their progress firsthand. Their ability to connect with sellers, uncover motivation, and navigate real conversations has evolved fast. The growth is real, and this deal represents a turning point. With the lead flow growing and conversions improving, we’re now ready to bring on a Transaction Coordinator and Administrative Assistant to help manage the day to day operations as we scale.

Win #2 – Flip Fuel Lending Is Officially Rolling
On the lending side, Flip Fuel Lending just funded its very first fix and flip loan, a big milestone and the beginning of something special. Even more exciting, we already have another one lined up and moving through the pipeline.

It’s been awesome seeing this vision take shape, from idea to execution, and now to real funding in the field. The goal from day one was to serve investors with a lending process built on transparency, efficiency, and trust, and we’re staying true to that mission as we grow. We’re still searching for a Loan Officer who aligns with our culture and core values, someone who is hungry, humble, and motivated to build something bigger than themselves.

Win #3 – Expanding Reach and Brand Power
On the brand side, the search for a Social Media Manager brought in over 200 applicants. That level of interest shows how much opportunity there is to expand our message and reach. It’s going to take time to narrow it down, but finding the right person who understands our story and vision is worth the wait.

The goal is simple: to share what we’re building in a way that inspires others and attracts more great people to the journey. From flips to funding to growing new divisions, the story is just getting started.

Each of these wins is a reflection of the work behind the scenes — the late nights, the calls, the trial and error, and the belief that momentum is built one decision at a time.

This week was another step forward, and the energy going into November feels strong. Growth mode is on, and we’re just getting warmed up.

💨 This Week’s Whiff – Real Estate Keeps You On Your Toes

Every once in a while, real estate reminds you that no two days are ever the same. This week, one of our listings decided to throw us a little curveball.

When Opportunity Meets a Kicked In Door
We sent our contractor over to the property to take care of a few inspection items the buyer had requested. Nothing major, just the usual touch ups before closing. When he arrived though, he noticed something a little less routine: the back door had been kicked in.

This particular property has already had its fair share of surprises, and apparently it wasn’t done giving yet. Vacant homes that sit on the market too long can become easy targets, and unfortunately that’s part of the business.

But instead of stressing, pointing fingers, or getting derailed, we just handled it. Our contractor jumped right in, repaired everything, and secured the property again. Within a few hours it was good to go and still moving forward toward the closing table. Luckily nothing was stolen!

The Lesson
Stuff like this happens more often than people realize. Real estate isn’t all perfectly staged listings and HGTV finishes. It’s also about staying calm when the unexpected hits, solving problems fast, and keeping the deal alive.

Moments like this remind me why I love this business. It’s unpredictable, challenging, and sometimes even absurd, but it always keeps you sharp.

So yes, real estate is fun, and sometimes that fun includes surprise repairs, a kicked in door, and a healthy dose of “you can’t make this up.”

Here’s to staying flexible, finding humor in the chaos, and keeping every deal moving forward one fix at a time.

🔦 FROM THE FIELD: When Real Estate Tries to Kick Back

So, remember that property from earlier in the newsletter that keeps on giving?

Here’s a peek at the aftermath: The Door That Lost the Fight

Thankfully, our contractor had it repaired the next day, and the property is still moving forward toward closing. Just another day in real estate, sometimes you flip houses, and sometimes they flip the script on you.

But instead of letting it ruin the day, I did the opposite. I went pumpkin picking.

Because that’s the whole point of building these businesses… for freedom. The goal isn’t just to build wealth, it’s to build a life you actually enjoy. Things will break, deals will get messy, but you can’t let that stop you from living.

Why This Matters
Real estate will always have its curveballs, but your mindset decides whether they ruin your day or just become another funny story. So fix the door, grab a pumpkin, and keep it moving.

After all, we’re not just growing a business, we’re building a life worth living.

Thanks for reading,