Jason Pero was born and raised in Erie, PA and attended college at nearby Westminster. After college, Jason began a sales career in pharmaceutical and medical device sales. He started his real estate investing career in 2001 when he and his wife purchased their first duplex. He built a portfolio of real estate rental properties while working a career as a medical sales representative. He was able to leave his job in 2012 as the portfolio grew to nearly 300 units. Jason balanced the demands of a high pressure sales environment, a young family, and growing a real estate portfolio. Upon leaving his day job, Jason continued to build his real estate holdings and currently owns around 900 rental apartments. He is the President of his local landlord Apartment Association and a frequent guest on podcasts and occasional speaker at real estate investing conferences. Jason enjoys coaching and mentoring both seasoned and beginner real estate investors. He continues to grow his real estate business but enjoys spending his free time working out, traveling, relaxing with family and friends, attending sporting events and concerts.

On This Episode:

• Hear how Jason started in pharmaceutical sales and eventually discovered how much money could be made by getting involved with real estate investing.
• Sam and Jason discuss the power of building slowly.
• Find out how Jason left his 9-5 job with 290 units under his belt.
• Hear the importance of living below your means.
• Jason tells how he survived the 2008 crash.

Tweetable Quotes:

• “Pay more up front for peace of mind later on.” – Jason Pero
• “The wealthiest people adapt to the economy.” – Jason Pero
• “Anybody can sell if the price is right.” – Jason Pero

Key Takeaways:

• Get rich slow.
• Make sure you have an elevator clause built into your deals.
• Don’t make deals that can jeopardize everything you want to do.

Jason Pero

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