The Purpose-Driven Investor
The Purpose-Driven Investor is the podcast where profit meets purpose in real estate. Hosted by Robert Howell, South Carolina–based real estate investor and founder of De-fine Real Estate, each episode explores how to build wealth through affordable housing, land-home packages, and impact-driven investing that helps families find stable homes.
You’ll discover how to create sustainable returns through partnerships, private lending, and joint-venture opportunities that make a lasting difference. Whether you’re a lender, land seller, or investor seeking purpose-aligned deals—or you’re ready to learn the education and systems behind purpose-driven real estate—this show is your blueprint.
Robert shares transparent insights, inspiring stories, and practical strategies for investing in housing projects that matter. Learn how to connect your capital with causes that build community, create legacy wealth, and deliver both impact and income.
The Purpose-Driven Investor
Latest Episodes
Fast, Flexible, Fair: How Turnus is Redefining Real Estate Lending
In episode 29 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Tim Herriage, founder of Ternus, as he shares how he leverages relationships, mentorship, and powerful goal-setting to empower others—helping everyday investors becom...
Cash Flow vs. Equity: The Smarter Real Estate Investment Strategy
In episode 28 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Jamie Dietz, founder of Nextdoor Capital, as he shares his powerful transformation from house hacker in Los Angeles to building a thriving lending business and champi...
The Power of Purpose: Building Community & Wealth Through Real Estate
In episode 27 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Brian Wilfong, founder of Vacay, as he shares the strategies that transitioned his business from a relentless grind to a freedom-focused enterprise, including h...
Building Confidence in Real Estate Sales: Travis Goodwin’s Secrets to Negotiation Success
In episode 26 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Travis Goodwin, founder of TG Home Buyers, as he brings to life the power of mentorship, local leverage, and the mission-driven focus required to turn every challenge...
The Importance of Clean Financials for Real Estate and Service Businesses
In episode 25 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Benjamin Chisholm, founder of Beacon Accounting Solutions, as he explains how a legacy of leadership and mentorship in his entrepreneurial family paved the way for bold goal...