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Do you have the discipline to reclaim your health? This episode of the I Own It Podcast is graced by the talented JJ Virgin, a nutrition and fitness coach who’s been on the scene for four decades and counting. She’s also an entrepreneur and motivational speaker – and she OWNS it! JJ wants you to age powerfully and live a life of youthful strength and vigor. No more scale-based goals. No more crash diets. Packing muscle and resistance training are the keys to getting the figure you want, shedding the extra pounds, and extending your lifespan. It’s not going to be easy. But would you rather spend your retirement being bedridden or sacrifice a little bit now to work out? JJ encourages a healthy balance of fun while maintaining your health – allowing treats as you stay disciplined and consistent 90% of the time. Tune in as JJ Virgin shares her advice on healthy eating, her Ultimate Health Roadmap, breaking common nutrition and weight loss myths, overcoming mental blocks to staying consistent, and the things you need to know about food intolerance, inflammation, and processed food. Timestamps: 01:10 Getting into fitness and nutrition 02:37 Aging gracefully is a myth! 03:56 Why gaining muscle is the way to go 06:37 Exercise is the fountain of youth 08:11 Why diet research is conflicting 10:39 Intermittent fasting and eating tips 19:37 Breaking mental blocks in health 23:29 Choose your hard 25:03 Weight loss drugs and The Biggest Loser 28:30 Taxing processed foods? 31:09 Hidden sugar sources and effects 33:30 Food intolerance and weight gain 36:58 Being a warrior mom 43:49 A time when JJ didn’t own it 47:10 JJ’s advice to her younger self 47:59 JJ’s last meal on Earth and favorite musician Quotations: “Forget age gracefully… I think we need to age powerfully.” – JJ Virgin “If you’re in business or you’re an entrepreneur, it’s [exercise] is a wonderful thing because it really disciplines you.” – Ben Reinberg “Forty or fifty [years old] is prime time for you to be making sure you’re laying down as much muscle as possible… at 40, we start getting anabolic resistance. It’s harder for us to trigger muscle synthesis.” – JJ Virgin “[Consistency] is how I kind of live my life.” – Ben Reinberg “…the way you do one thing is the way you do everything. If you’re disciplined with how you take charge of your health, you’re disciplined in your business.” – JJ Virgin “Sugar is the most addictive substance there is. It’s the number one recreational drug of choice.” – JJ Virgin Get in touch with JJ Virgin. Website: https://jjvirgin.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jjvirginvideos Instagram: @jj.virgin Twitter & Pinterest: @jjvirgin Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1715310615390411     Here’s a free gift from JJ! The Ultimate Health Roadmap: https://jjvirgin.com/health-roadmap/ Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg   Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/   #iownit #holisticnutrition #health    

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Do you have what it takes to weather the storm? In this episode of the I Own It Podcast, we are grateful to have Richard Stockton on the show. He is the President and CEO of Braemar Hotels and Resorts, a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing in luxury hotels and resorts. Richard believes that his education and perseverance have taken him around the world. Now, he’s hitting one lofty goal after another… not just in real estate but also in his personal relationships! A little bit of humility, understanding, and the spirit of collaboration got him this far. He wants everyone in his field and aspiring entrepreneurs to work hard and balance time with loved ones. Tune in as Richard answers Ben’s relevant questions on choosing the right luxury real estate investment, weathering the pandemic and a possible recession, attracting top talent, and the US cities with the highest potential for a flourishing real estate market. Timestamps: 01:31 Getting started on real estate 04:15 What is REIT? 06:38 Being strategic in COVID-19 11:52 Best US areas to invest right now 14:26 What to look for in luxury real estate 18:16 Independent vs. established brands 21:14 REVPar and franchising models 25:49 The future of the economy 30:34 Staffing during the pandemic 33:45 How to attract the best talent? 36:37 A time when Richard didn’t own it 39:59 Richard’s advice to his 16-year-old self 41:31 What would Richard’s last meal on Earth be? 43:53 Richard’s favorite band Quotations: “The key to business is the ability to hold.” – Ben Reinberg “The RevPAR is directly correlated to the quality of the hotel. So the higher the RevPAR, the higher the quality of the hotel.” – Richard Stockton “In order to attract the best talent, you’ve got to compete with these other industries, and you’ve got to pay up people.” – Richard Stockton “Be a little bit more humble, a little bit more understanding, and a little bit more collaborative.” – Richard Stockton “Seek the truth in what they’re saying. You might not agree with them, but if you could seek the truth… you’ll grow faster, you’ll learn faster, and you’ll probably end up making more money, too.” – Ben Reinberg Get in touch with Richard Stockton. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-stockton70/ Website: https://richard-stockton.com/ Braemar Hotels: https://www.bhrreit.com/   Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/   #iownit #realestateinvesting #luxuryrealestate    

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Are you committed to making your vision a reality? In this episode of the I Own It Podcast, we are joined by world-renowned success coach, John Assaraf a.k.a. The Brain Whisperer. He is also the CEO and co-founder of Re/Max, CEO of MyNeuroGym, co-founder of Bamboo/IPIX, creator of the Innercise movement, and a New York Times best-selling author. John believes that winning your mental game is crucial to hitting your external goals. Using an exceptional life blueprint and listening to affirmations are just some ways you can train your “neuro-muscles” to focus and achieve the life you want! It’s all in the mind, and all your dreams are doable, John says. He encourages you to practice, use all the resources and modern technologies to your advantage, and reinforce strong and positive thoughts to yourself daily… you have to make it a habit! Tune in as John Assaraf talks about the why behind Innercise, his personal habits for mental conditioning, how failures are just opportunities to rise and do better, and how being connected with your inner self opens doors for new opportunities. Timestamps: 00:48 John’s beginnings and achievements 06:28 The #1 driver to self-improvement 10:02 A winning cold-calling script 13:05 Practice like an athlete 14:55 Using video game tech for real estate 18:07 What is Innercise? 23:03 Programs and products at MyNeuroGym 24:43 The importance of meditation 27:32 Going vegan 30:18 A time when John didn’t own it 34:44 John’s advice for his 16-year-old self 35:14 What would John’s last meal on Earth be? 36:10 John’s favorite artist Quotations: “The cost of regret is a lot more than fear.” – Ben Reinberg “In every single situation, we know how to achieve every fricking goal that anybody that’s listening or watching right now wants to achieve. So your problem is not that you don’t know how to achieve it… that means that something other than knowledge and skill is holding you back.” – John Assaraf “If someone sends you an email and you’re struggling to communicate, pick up the phone.” – Ben Reinberg “In every business and every day, we’re all selling something. And there’s going to be objections. If you don’t know the answers to those objections, then you’ve got to do what a professional athlete does before she or he plays. They practice.” – John Assaraf “Can I deliberately deactivate the [mental] patterns that are weak and create new patterns that are strong? Not only is it possible; we do it every day.” – John Assaraf “I’ve made errors in judgment that would spoil most people’s days. But they were the things that allowed me to practice what I believe and overcome the challenges…” – John Assaraf Get in touch with John Assaraf. Personal Website: https://www.johnassaraf.com/ Instagram: @johnassaraf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnassarafpage/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JohnAssaraf   Company Website: https://www.myneurogym.com/ Get a FREE copy of John’s new book, The Million-Dollar “Neuro-Marketing” Machine: https://myneurogym.com/iownit Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/  

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Does investing look attractive to you in this economy? Tom Higgins shares his expertise in making wise decisions and staying grounded in this episode of the I Own It Podcast. He is Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Terra Capital, focusing on investment strategies that deliver outsized private capital returns at stable risk levels. Tom’s love for real estate development brought him to the purpose of creating the luxury multifamily experience while keeping the peaceful essence of neighborhoods. He also wants YOU to afford living there, too! Seeing numbers and data may slow down others… but to Tom, these are real people whose lives can be transformed. His value for deep human connection has brought him the success he’s enjoying now. Tune in as Tom Higgins talks about his strategies for surviving the pandemic and future economic downturns, his criteria for selecting real estate investments, why affordability matters, and improving the quality of life for his tenants. Timestamps: 00:54 Tom’s early life and career 03:27 Creating value in multifamily 05:45 Acquisition criteria and innovation 08:32 Tom’s portfolio exit model 12:39 Demand for alternative investments 14:18 Potential in the Midwest 17:01 Weathering the pandemic and recessions 21:18 Stay humble and grounded 24:27 Tom’s advice to his 16-year-old self 26:47 What would Tom’s last meal on Earth be? 27:57 Tom’s favorite artist Quotations: “Real estate development is very cyclical, and you need to be at the right time to do real estate.” – Tom Higgins “For real estate operations to work, you need a great team. You need a large kind of footprint.” – Tom Higgins “We’re laser-focused on this affordability question. We want 25% or less of someone’s annual income being what they need to pay for in rent.” – Tom Higgins “…you can become a good listener by providing that respect factor. What ends up happening is when you understand the truth and what someone’s telling you, you open your lens to learn a lot of growth.” – Ben Reinberg “No strategy is invincible.” – Tom Higgins “Treat everyone with dignity and respect.” – Tom Higgins Get in touch with Tom Higgins. Website: https://usaterra.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomchiggins/ BiggerPockets: https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/thomash40 Twitter: @tomchiggins Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/   #iownit #multifamilyinvesting #realestateinvesting

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💬 Get in touch with Ann Kaplan Website: https://annkaplan.com/ Instagram: @annkaplan_ownit Twitter: @AnnKaplan_OwnIt Facebook: Ann Kaplan Mulholland LinkedIn: Ann Mulholland This powerhouse is never dimming her shine to make you feel comfortable. Ann Kaplan doesn’t hold back in sharing her secrets to owning her life and moving in the world with sheer authenticity. She might not be everyone’s cup of tea – but as a well-known reality star, author, business owner, and sought-after public speaker, she’s not sorry about it! In this episode, Ann Kaplan highlights: ✅ Don’t blame your problems on your past so you can move forward. ✅ Stop making excuses! Be accountable for your actions and words. ✅ A true leader doesn’t demand respect but creates a reason why people should follow them. ✅ The biggest win in life is to live happily. ✅ Be sensitive to other cultures’ traditions and lifestyles. ✅ Your beliefs are personal. It’s nobody else’s business! ✅ Don’t beat yourself up. You can get through any obstacle and challenge in life. Dr. Ann Kaplan Mulholland is one of the stars of The Real Housewives of Toronto. Being corporate herself, she embodies the “unhousewife-housewife” – displaying her humorous antics and lack of tolerance for the intolerable weekly on SliceTv. In her “real” life, Dr. Kaplan works in Finance with a focus on consumer credit scoring (predictive scores for consumer loan risk). She founded iFinance, a North American consumer FinTech company – taking the Company from Start-up (1996) to one of the largest consumer finance Companies in Canada with loan applications exceeding $2B. Dr. Kaplan is regularly on the public speaking circuit, has written six books, and is oft in the fashion scene promoting “positive social impact through fashion” … she unashamedly lives by the word “unscripted”. Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/    

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Are you waiting to make that big change in your life? In today’s episode of the I Own It podcast, we’re welcoming another commercial real estate colleague of mine, Jim Huang. He is President of eXp Commercial Realty, National President of the Asian Real Estate Association of America, and Founder and CEO of BRC Bellaire Holdings. Starting out in medicine and transitioning into finance, Jim Huang learned to love business development and client interaction. Buying is the easy part, but exiting a business is a challenge… and he’s got that covered! He aims to merge the old and new and refine the technology to make connecting investors to properties easier. Seeing Jim quickly adapt to the times and winning it, you’ve got no reason to hold back on taking risks and constantly working on yourself! Tune in as Jim Huang shares how he built his companies to be recession and pandemic-resilient, his passion for leading the Asian American community, why multifamily is in challenging waters right now and emerging real estate trends, and the valuable lessons he’s learned over the years in his career. Timestamps:   02:07 An early love for real estate 03:53 Expecting a disruption in real estate? 05:36 What eXp does locally and globally 11:36 Pioneering the metaverse 13:44 Possible innovations in real estate 15:59 BRC Advisors and AREAA 20:26 Strategic initiatives for the current market 24:16 A time when Jim didn’t own it 26:19 Self-work and creating abundance 31:53 Jim’s message to his 16-year-old self 33:47 What would Jim’s last meal on Earth be? 34:35 Jim’s favorite music Quotations: “My thing is using all of this [technology] as a good real estate practitioner, understanding it well to serve your client to figure out what you can do to help them solve their complicated problems.” – Jim Huang “Having boots on our ground is critical for our business.” – Ben Reinberg “There’s money out there. They’re all looking for a home. They just don’t know how to connect to different market areas.” – Jim Huang “The biggest challenge is you.” – Jim Huang “Create abundance. Don’t create fear. Don’t work on fear.” – Ben Reinberg “Commercial real estate is a global business, but sometimes it goes down to the local levels and how you work with the best person for the best price to really accomplish your goals and needs.” – Jim Huang Get in touch with Jim Huang. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-huang-3772839/ eXp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exp-commercial/ Website: https://exprealty.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eXpRealty/ Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg   Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/    

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Are you ready to take back control of your health? In this episode of the I Own It Podcast, we welcome Sarah Bowmar. She is a certified nutrition specialist, personal trainer for women in prenatal and postpartum phases, podcast host of The Bowmar Show, and author of “Zero To Million: (Without Showing Your Butthole)”. Sarah believes that pregnancy shouldn’t be a hurdle to feeling good about your body. She wants you to let go of the “mom guilt” – there’s nothing selfish about self-care! Replenish your cup so you can love your kids and family from the overflow. A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be hard. With the resources at our fingertips right now, the road to fitness can be a fun ride. Even Sarah attests to effective management and being mindful of food choices can be small steps to achieving ultimate health. Tune in as Sarah Bowman shares her health advice for busy moms, why being healthy is good parenting, how being fit can transform every aspect of your life, why social media success requires patience, and why copying other people’s techniques isn’t so bad. Timestamps: 00:50 The purpose behind “Zero To Million” 03:26 How Sarah started with fitness 06:01 Working out while pregnant 08:28 The unsustainability of bodybuilding 10:01 Sarah’s nutritionist work 13:53 Diet food doesn’t have to suck! 15:57 Sarah’s daily meal plan 17:39 How Sarah realized her mission 20:30 Time management tips for busy moms 24:10 A time when Sarah didn’t own it 26:53 Sarah’s message to her younger self 27:41 What would Sarah’s last meal on Earth be? 29:01 Sarah’s favorite artist Quotations: “We are told in school not to copy others. But in life, why wouldn’t you copy what other successful people have done?” – Sarah Bowmar “Working out is just about being as healthy as I can be so that my kids see that and want to emulate… working out and just loving the body you’re in.” – Sarah Bowmar “The more present you could be, you see a lot more success and fulfillment.” – Ben Reinberg “There’s really no reason to limit yourself in pregnancy unless your doctor has specifically told you you cannot.” – Sarah Bowmar “You have to take care of yourself because that will make you a better mother and a better parent. And then, you can pour so much more into your own children when your own cup is full.” – Sarah Bowmar Get in touch with Sarah Bowmar. Website: https://sarahbowmar.com/ Instagram & TikTok: @sarah_bowmar Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahbowmar11/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbowmar/ Bowmar Nutrition: https://bowmarnutrition.com/ Connect with Ben: benreinberg.com Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg   Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/  

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💬 Get in touch with Bruce Cardenas. Website: https://brucecardenas.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bruceecardenas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-cardenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cardenas_bruce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bruce1962/   Why stick to one field when you can succeed in many? Bruce Cardenas’ extensive background speaks for itself: nutrition, consulting, bodybuilding, police work, and executive security. He doesn’t hold back in trying new things, with his passion shining through in everything he does. Sit back and learn from his success… you, too, can reach your goals when you choose to get started! In this episode, Bruce Cardenas highlights: ✅ You don’t need experience to be an effective marketer. ✅ The best marketing method is to get your products in your people’s hands. ✅ Being a police officer is a public relations job. ✅ Never post your whereabouts online in real time. ✅ If you have the means, give back to your community. ✅ Get a credit line for your business. ✅ Public speaking and coaching help you transform the lives of many. ✅ Save as much money as you can. Start young.   Bruce Cardenas is the Chief Communications Officer for Quest Nutrition and a Member Board Of Directors of Saleen. After meeting the owners of Quest in 2010, Bruce has worked non-stop to spread the Quest spirit all around the world. Whether that’s at different bodybuilding, CrossFit, or entertainment events, or through community engagement and his love for the brand, Bruce is a true Quest ambassador in every sense of the word. Bruce joined the United States Marine Corps following high school and experienced several classified assessments, excelled on the powerlifting team, and earned his college degree. Following that, he pursued his lifelong dream of joining the Los Angeles Police Department, where he currently continues to serve as a reserve deputy. While with the LAPD, Bruce launched a prominent global executive protection business that services major A-list artists, actors and CEOs, while serving as the Executive Vice President of the largest private chauffeured service in the United States. Connect with Ben. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg   Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/      

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💬 Get in touch with Lori Palatnik. Website: https://momentumunlimited.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-palatnik-7904328/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loripalatnik/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loripalatnik/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/LoriAlmostLive   What better way to make social change than by focusing on the basic family unit? Lori Palatnik’s mission is to foster growth and connection for Jewish women, especially mothers. She works to reignite the moral responsibility of her people in the chaotic world we have today. With such deep life purpose, expect to be inspired and enlightened through this discussion! In this episode, Lori Palatnik highlights: ✅ Mothers are the pillar of the family. ✅ Children who hear stories about their families are less likely to commit crimes. ✅ The number one person who can help realize your potential is you. ✅ Words not only hurt, but they can kill. ✅ Men need women more than women need men. ✅ Any marriage or relationship requires investing in it every day. ✅ Your body houses your soul. Consider this when partaking in any physical activity. ✅ The secret to success is going all in.   ✅ Stop worrying too much. The difficult times will pass. Lori Palatnik is a writer and Jewish educator who has appeared on television and radio. She is the Founding Director of Momentum (formerly the JWRP) an international initiative that together with Israel’s Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and over 300 partnering organizations worldwide, brings thousands of Jewish mothers (and now fathers) to Israel each year for a highly subsidized, 8-day transformational experience with a one-year follow-up program in their home cities. (www.momentumunlimited.org). She is a much sought-after international speaker based in Jerusalem. Connect with Ben. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/            

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💬 Get in touch with Amilya Antonetti. Designing Genius Website: https://www.designinggenius.com/ Personal Website: https://amilya.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amilya_antonetti/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/amilya Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmilyaAntonetti/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amilya/ Get a copy of her book “Designing Genius: Success Is An Inward Journey”. 👉 https://www.designinggenius.com/designing-genius-book Get ready to be inspired by one of the most in-demand conflict resolution experts in the world! Amilya Antonetti gives her 100% in everything she does as an entrepreneur, author, and investor. She helps companies empower teams by finding the REAL problems and solving them – and you can apply her methods in your personal life too! In this episode, Amilya Antonetti highlights: ✅ You can’t share something that you don’t have. Recalibrate your receiving energy. ✅ Stay grounded in the present. You have the choice not to participate in situations that don’t serve you. ✅ Choose healthier, more productive ways to self-medicate your emotional pain. ✅ Don’t hire perfection. Hire the people that can best complement what you do.   ✅ Time is the greatest equalizer. Create a sense of urgency in life and business. ✅ Have a full-time chief behavior officer in your company. ✅ There is a way to navigate and find solutions for every type of conflict. ✅ Evaluate your and your partners’ strengths and agree on working towards a common goal. ✅ Wake up and choose to be happy first thing in the morning. Amilya Antonetti is one of the most sought-after Human Behavior and Strategic Advisor experts in the world. She has appeared as a regular business and behavior expert on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Dr. Phil. She has built or advised on over $2 Billion in sales for companies and high-profile clients such as Steve Harvey, Mike Tyson, Listerine Strips, Sharper Image, Cold Stone Creamery, and George Foreman. She is the CEO and Creator of Genius Key, a powerful SaaS platform that changes the paradigm on how people and opportunities come together. She has been featured in People Magazine, Time, Forbes, Inc., Smart Money, and Entrepreneur and has been named in “The 55 people you must meet” by Jack Canfield. Connect with Ben. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg   Check out Ben’s firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/        

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