As an Army Officer with over 8 years of service, Brent Bowers was spending a great deal of time away from his family, and he knew he needed to make some changes in order to be more present with his wife and children. His interest in real estate began in 2007 when he purchased his first home, so Brent began exploring real estate investing as a way to support his family while being able to enjoy more time with them as well. In a short amount of time, Brent was able to expand his business, hire a team, and (most importantly) spend quality time with his family while still working hard and helping others. While Brent invests in many different types of real estate, his favorite investment strategy deals with buying and selling vacant land, and he enjoys sharing his expertise in this area with his coaching clients. Brent chooses to live his life based on Bob Burg’s quote, “Your influence is determined by how abundantly you place other people’s interests first.” He is passionate about helping other people find success in real estate investing, particularly inland investments. 

 

[00:01 - 07:46] Opening Segment

Get to know Brent Bowers

Brent’s journey to being a real estate rockstar

The Best Way to Get Started in Real Estate

 

[07:47 - 16:10] Building Passive Income with Land

Turning Real Estate into Passive Income

Forced to build a team by being in the military

Passive Income and Lifestyle Freedom

Brent’s Overarching Strategy

We’re speed, we’re convenience: Buying ⅓ value and getting full value 

“There’s nothing sexy about land.”

How economic disruptions affected Brent’s business

Paying More, Selling Faster, Selling More

 

[16:11 - 27:53]  Keeping Your Lines Active

Why realtors don’t want inexpensive properties

The Teeter Totter Method

Mailing Landowners and Tax Bills

Why Brent would still keep answering the phone

Setting Specific Lines

How to Answer the Phone from 8 to 5

 

[27:54 - 37:09] Closing Segment

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What is the best investment you've ever made other than your education?“A team member which I call a partner.”

Brent’s worst investment that he didn’t makeA renter that paid with Bitcoin monthly

What is the most important lesson that you've learned in business and investing?“Don't try and take on all the opportunities, focus on the opportunity in front of you.”

Connect with my guest. See the links below.

 

Resources Mentioned:

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Tweetable Quotes:

“I knew I wasn't going to get anywhere by myself. So I built a team, I did what I did best, and hired out the rest.” - Brent Bowers

“If you can't answer the phone from 8 to 5, find someone that can.” - Brent Bowers

“All real estate guys should be creative, especially land guys.” - Brent Bowers

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