Columbus Brick by Brick
Columbus Brick by Brick
Podcast Description
Welcome to Columbus Brick by Brick — the podcast where we dig into the stories, people, and projects that are actively shaping the city of Columbus, Ohio. Hosted by Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, this weekly show offers a front-row seat to conversations with the local leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who are laying the foundation of our city's future — one brick at a time.
If you live in Columbus, do business here, or just love seeing how great cities grow from the inside out, this podcast is for you.
What to Expect:
Every week, we bring you a new guest — from business owners revitalizing historic neighborhoods to investors, developers, and change-makers who are all adding their unique “brick” to the Columbus story. These are real conversations, not just surface-level sound bites. We talk about challenges, celebrate wins, and explore what’s next for the people and projects building up our community.
If you're an entrepreneur, a creative, a resident who cares about the city, or someone looking for inspiration to get started on your own path — you’ll leave each episode with insights, connection, and a renewed sense of possibility.
Stay Connected:
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube @ColumbusBrickbyBrick
Visit our website at ColumbusBrickbyBrick.com
Want to be a guest or recommend someone doing amazing work in Columbus? Reach out through the site or DM us on socials — we’d love to hear from you.
Columbus Brick by Brick is more than just a podcast. It’s a celebration of community, creativity, and the ongoing construction of a city we’re proud to call home.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on real estate, community engagement, and entrepreneurship, with episodes exploring topics such as revitalizing neighborhoods, equity in housing, small business innovation, and emerging trends in real estate investment. Notable episodes include discussions on inclusive real estate practices and stories of successful local business owners shaping the city’s landscape.
Welcome to Columbus Brick by Brick — the podcast where we dig into the stories, people, and projects that are actively shaping the city of Columbus, Ohio. Hosted by Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, this weekly show offers a front-row seat to conversations with the local leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who are laying the foundation of our city’s future — one brick at a time.
If you live in Columbus, do business here, or just love seeing how great cities grow from the inside out, this podcast is for you.
What to Expect:
Every week, we bring you a new guest — from business owners revitalizing historic neighborhoods to investors, developers, and change-makers who are all adding their unique “brick” to the Columbus story. These are real conversations, not just surface-level sound bites. We talk about challenges, celebrate wins, and explore what’s next for the people and projects building up our community.
If you’re an entrepreneur, a creative, a resident who cares about the city, or someone looking for inspiration to get started on your own path — you’ll leave each episode with insights, connection, and a renewed sense of possibility.
Stay Connected:
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube @ColumbusBrickbyBrick
Visit our website at ColumbusBrickbyBrick.com
Want to be a guest or recommend someone doing amazing work in Columbus? Reach out through the site or DM us on socials — we’d love to hear from you.
Columbus Brick by Brick is more than just a podcast. It’s a celebration of community, creativity, and the ongoing construction of a city we’re proud to call home.
From rollerblading to a job interview… to raising $50M+ and building one of Columbus’s most powerful investor communities. In Episode 28, Jon Styer sits down with Dave Payerchin to unpack the real story behind capital raising, wholesaling/novations, single-family rental strategy, and the mindset required to build (and rebuild) long-term success in real estate.
Dave Payerchin is a real estate investor, educator, and founder of The CREAM Group (Columbus Real Estate and Money)—Central Ohio’s largest and most engaged networking community for real estate professionals, service providers, and vendors. With 1,000+ investment transactions and $65M+ raised in private capital, Dave is known for blending practical deal strategy with a powerful focus on integrity, personal growth, and community-driven collaboration.
Guest highlights:
1,000+ Real Estate Investment Transactions
65M+ Private Capital Raised
Multifamily Apartment Buyer Asset Performance Specialist
In-house Construction & Property Management Team
Ohio Real Estate Specialist
What we cover in this episode:
Dave’s origin story
Cleveland → Arizona construction → MCI WorldCom telemarketing → real estate obsession
The first deal mindset shift: why belief matters more than the size of the win
Raising private capital early (even without credit): how trust is earned before resources exist
Why Dave is bullish on single-family rentals in Columbus: flexibility, underwriting simplicity, and exit strategies
“Pay to play”: the reality of expensive money early on—and why it can still be worth it
Setbacks, ego, and rebuilding: what the last 24 months taught Dave about staying “checked in”
The “Core Four” framework: mindset/spirituality, health, relationships, business—and how it affects performance
Avoiding burnout by building around your true core competency
New investor myths: fear of the phone, scaling too fast, and “busy work” vs. revenue-generating activities
Market outlook: why Columbus continues to look resilient compared to boom/bust metros
No-constraints vision: what Dave is building next—and how he wants to change the perception of “we buy houses”
Links & Resources Mentioned:
The CREAM Group (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/groups/ColumbusCREAM/
Connect with Dave: Instagram: @therealdavep
Connect with Columbus Brick by Brick Website: ColumbusBrickbyBrick.com
Follow: @ColumbusBrickbyBrick on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
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