This episode of Blue Gems we’re talking to Wayde Hall! Wayde is a realtor in central Florida who has a goal of retiring in 4 years at the ripe old age of 28. An investor himself, Wayde talks about what he looks for in an investment and strategies to stand out from the rental down the street. Tune in for this and more on Blue Gems Podcast.

[00:00] Episode intro

[00:20] Show intro

[00:53] Wade and his real estate journey

[01:57] How is Wade planning on retiring at 28?

[02:50] How dropping out of college played out for Wade

[04:41] The sales pitch formula

[05:29] Why real estate?

[07:32] 35 under 35: the sacrifices Wade made

[09:08] Mindset or pure determination?

[10:26] The first couple deals and future goals

[12:25] Pros and cons to short term rentals

[14:28] Running the numbers on a short term rental

[17:40] Theming: why do it and what is it?

[21:08] How much to invest in theming

[24:44] Saturation in the Florida market

[26:58] Should agents focused on investments buy their own properties?

[27:56] Long term vs. short term rentals

[29:05] Goals for the near future

[30:12] Advice for new short term rental investors

[31:00] How to choose a new market

[32:03] The last blue gem

Follow Blue Gems instagram and stay up to date! https://www.instagram.com/bluegemsgroup/