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.
Episodes
18 episodes
Mindset Shifts for Success: Lessons from a Real Estate Entrepreneur
In episode 18 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Jaben Makings, founder of Onnix Investments, as he shares his unique journey from a small town in Nebraska to building a thriving wholesaling business in Arizona....
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Episode 18
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27:29
Building Wealth with Meaning: Wayne's Approach to Impact-Driven Land Investments
In episode 17 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Wayne Seminoff, the founder of Junk Land Into Gold, as he shares his journey from being an accidental investor to mastering the art of turning junk land into profitab...
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Episode 17
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29:11
The Great Migration: Capitalizing on Cashflow Markets in Real Estate
In episode 16 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Umaer Haq, the founder of Hands-On Homes, as he shares his inspiring journey from a competitive fighter to a successful real estate investor focused on affordable hou...
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Episode 16
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36:26
Building Wealth with Integrity: Chris Maddox's Journey in Real Estate Investing
In episode 15 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Chris Maddox, founder of M51 and a seasoned real estate investor based in Greenville, South Carolina, as he shares valuable insights on how to build wealth without lo...
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Episode 15
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28:07
Discipline, Transparency & Relationships: Keys to Successful Real Estate Funding
In episode 14 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Carter Groomes from Renevo Financial, shares lessons on resilience, discipline, and building long-term relationships — both on the field and in real estate.Tun...
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Episode 14
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38:33
Building Wealth with Purpose: Tim Woodbridge's Journey in Mobile Home Park Investing
In episode 13 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Tim Woodbridge, founder of WCG Investments, as he shares his inspiring journey from a nursing career to becoming a successful mobile home park investor, highlighting ...
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Episode 13
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22:41
Transforming Real Estate: How Purpose-Driven Investing Creates Lasting Impact
In episode 11 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Gary Wilson from the Global Investor Agent team, who shares his unique journey into real estate, from his childhood fascination with architecture to becoming a succes...
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Episode 11
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33:17
Building Wealth with Purpose: Insights from Brad Martin of Rêve Estates
In episode 10 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews seasoned real estate entrepreneur and investor Brad Martin, co-founder of Rêve Estates, as he shares his journey from house hacking to managing a diverse portfolio of...
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Episode 10
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33:28
Building a Legacy: Faith-Driven Investing with Mike Donelson
In episode 9 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Mike Donelson, the founder of Legacy Homes of the Upstate, as he shares his incredible journey from UPS management to ministry, and now to real estate investing. ...
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Episode 9
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33:42
Consistency and Community: Key Ingredients for Success in Real Estate Investing
In episode 8 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Sten Muchow, a real estate investor and entrepreneur, who shares his journey from computer science to land and mobile home investing—and how he aligns purpose with pro...
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Episode 8
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29:31
Building Communities and Wealth: A Conversation with Real Estate Innovator Jack Watson
In episode 7 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Jack Watson, founder of Prime Property Partners, who shares his journey from aspiring doctor to multi-state real estate investor and insights into virtual real estate ...
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Episode 7
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29:43
Maximizing Your Real Estate Investments: Insights from a CPA
In episode 6 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Charles Tarantino, a Florida CPA specializing in tax planning for real estate investors and entrepreneurs, as they discuss the key differences between tax preparation ...
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Episode 6
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30:33
Mastering Marketing in Real Estate: Lessons from a 200-Deal-a-Year Investor
In episode 5 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Luke Winter, a real estate investor turned marketing powerhouse and founder of The Hello Pro, as he shares his incredible journey from being an accidental landlord to ...
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Episode 5
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33:22
Purpose-Driven Investing: How Ray is Transforming Affordable Housing
In episode 4 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Ray Khan, the founder of True Prevail Ventures, as he emphasizes the importance of building wealth while uplifting communities and highlights how his personal experien...
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Episode 4
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29:55
"Unlocking Freedom: How Land Investing Transformed Brent Bowers' Life"
In episode 3 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Brent Bowers, CEO of ZechBuysHouses LLC & Co-Founder, Land Home League, as he shares his inspiring journey from being an army officer to discovering the tran...
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Episode 3
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29:03
Inside Arn’s Transition to Purpose-Driven Real Estate
In this second episode of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews Arn Cenedella, a seasoned real estate investor with over 48 years of experience, as he shares his journey from a family business in California to becom...
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Episode 2
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35:51
Exploring Purpose, Profit, and Real Estate Together
In this first episode of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell, a seasoned real estate investor and founder of Define Communities, explores the intersection of purpose and profit in the world of affordable housing and impact-d...
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Episode 1
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7:18