Shawn Good is a seasoned attorney and real estate investor with vast experience acquiring and stabilizing off-market real estate.

Shawn kicks things off by discussing his first few deals which included a condo and an 8-unit building. He shares some funny stories on unfair partnerships he's been a part of and important points on due diligence when acquiring a property. Shawn explains how joining Collective Genius helped him take his law practice and direct to seller marketing to the next level. He closes with his 5-year plan and hilarious real estate horror stories!

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Guest: Shawn Good, Good Law Group

Link: SUCI Ep 292 - Dorian Bezanis

Link: The Collective Genius Podcast

Link: The Charisma Myth (Book Recommendation)

Guest Questions:

02:06 Housing Provider Tip - Ensure to have a lease on a departing residence when required for another loan!

04:03 Intro to our guest, Shawn Good!

08:25 Transitioning to an 8-unit building after a condo purchase.

13:38 House hacking and starting a law practice!

21:23 Simple partnership structures.

26:28 Generating off-market deal flow!

36:36 Shawn's 5 year plan.

46:44 Horror stories!

51:37 What is your competitive advantage?

52:18 One piece of advice for new investors.

53:27 What do you do for fun?

53:50 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?

55:00 Local Network Recommendation?

56:54 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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