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Podcast Episode Title:

"Building Your Real Estate Dream Team"

Summary:

Real estate investing isn’t just about finding the perfect property—it’s about building the perfect team. In this episode, I break down the essential members of a real estate dream team and share lessons from my first-ever deal, where a lack of planning nearly cost me big time. Learn how the right accountant, lawyer, realtor, and property manager can make or break your investments.

Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction – Why building a real estate dream team is more important than finding the perfect property.

[00:02:00] My First Deal Gone Wrong – How my early mistakes in real estate taught me the value of having a team in place.

[00:04:30] The Accountant: Your Financial Foundation – How the right accountant helps with tax strategies, deductions, and structuring your investments.

[00:06:45] The Lawyer: Your Legal Lifeline – The importance of having a real estate-focused lawyer to protect your assets and ensure smooth transactions.

[00:08:30] The Realtor: Your Market Intelligence Agent – How an investor-friendly realtor can find the best deals and help you build long-term wealth.

[00:10:00] The Property Manager: Your Operations Backbone – Why you need a property manager on your team—even if you plan to self-manage.

[00:11:00] Key Takeaways & Final Thoughts – A summary of what makes a strong real estate team and how it helps you scale faster and avoid costly mistakes.

About Garret Wong

Garret Wong is the founder of the My First Keys podcast, the Rent It Yourself Community and a seasoned property manager with nearly 30 years of experience. Originally a research scientist specializing in molecular biology, Garret transitioned into property investment, where he’s grown a personal portfolio of 43 buildings and 75 doors into a property management company that has managed over 1 billion dollars in assets with a 98.5% success rate in legal proceedings and a 98.6% rent collection ratio.

Known for his practical approach and strategic insights, Garret has developed an extensive SOP library to manage everything from tenant selection to maintenance, helping landlords and property managers build a reliable, resilient system.

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