What if you could turn $40,000 into a multi-million-dollar real estate empire? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig Curelop is with Ted Kaasch, an Omaha-based investor and leader of one of the fastest-growing REIAs in the U.S. Ted shares how he transitioned from foundation sales to real estate, using the BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) method to flip condemned properties into high-performing assets. 

He reveals how strategic networking, wholesaler connections, and REIA groups fueled his success—including turning an $11,000 condemned house into a cash-flowing short-term rental. Ted also discusses the future of real estate investing, his shift to self-storage, and the rising regulations affecting rental investors. 

Packed with actionable strategies, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to start, scale, or adapt in real estate. 

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[03:13] How Ted transitioned from foundation sales to real estate investing.
[07:04 ] The impact of learning construction on real estate deals.
[12:22] How networking and wholesaling helped Ted grow his business.
[18:43] Turning a $40K seed fund into a multi-million dollar portfolio.
[24:30]  Breaking down Ted’s perfect BRRRR deal on a condemned house.
[31:16] Challenges of securing permits during the 2020 pandemic.
[38:00] How Omaha’s market growth is attracting outside investors.
[41:56] Why Ted is selling off rentals and shifting to self-storage investing.
[45:20] The impact of rental regulations on landlords in Omaha.
[50:42] How Ted built one of the fastest-growing REIA groups in the U.S.
[54:36] Final thoughts on building a strong real estate network.

HOST
Craig Curelop   
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy   
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze   

GUEST
Ted Kaasch
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaaschmoney
📽️Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reia-radio/id1582763673
🌐 Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedkaasch