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PROGRESS with Pagano
PROGRESS - It means, we are making Progress by connecting with other like minded people. For us, those like minded people tend to be in Real Estate, Business, Sales, or Fitness. This Podcast is about fun, based in Philadelphia, PA, we explore fun games and trivia based around Philly and the surrounding area. The "with Pagano" part, that for is the Host and Loan Officer Alex Pagano.
PROGRESS with Pagano
WHERE to Invest in Philly in 2025!? 💸 ft. Alan Asriants
Alan Asriants is a real estate agent and investor from Philadelphia, with a background in engineering and a passion for fitness. Born and raised in the Somerton area of Philadelphia, Alan transitioned from corporate America to real estate during the pandemic.
Episode Highlights
Real Estate Journey (00:01:18)
- Father opened a brokerage in 2004
- Got real estate license in 2017 while in college
- Went full-time in real estate during COVID-19
- Leveraged work-from-home time to build real estate business
Fitness and Training (00:03:13)
- Focuses on bodyweight exercises and plyometrics
- Trains at Edge Fitness
- Enjoys unique workout routines that attract attention at the gym
Top Lists Discussed
- Top 5 Philadelphia Gyms
- Top 10 Philadelphia Neighborhoods for Real Estate Investment
- Top 5 Philadelphia Suburbs to Live In
- Real Estate Side Hustle Strategies
Memorable Real Estate Stories
- Dealt with challenging clients
- Purchased a property with significant maintenance issues
- Experienced tenant-related challenges
Key Topics with Timestamps
Real Estate Career Path (00:01:18)
Fitness Training Approach (00:03:13)
Philadelphia Gym Rankings (00:05:14)
Northeast Philadelphia Real Estate Investment (00:12:32)
Side Hustle Strategies (00:48:23)
Where to Find Alan
Instagram: @asriantsalan
BiggerPockets: Search "Alan Asriants"
Podcast Clips
Instagram & TikTok: @progreswithpagano
Host
Instagram @mortgagewithpagano
Key References
Edge Fitness
LA Fitness
Fusion Gyms
Philadelphia Real Estate Markets
Side Hustle Options
House Hacking
Real Estate Investing Strategies