Many professionals want to build wealth through real estate, but long work hours and busy lives make it feel nearly impossible. Today’s guest, Gurshan Bansal, proves that a demanding career doesn’t have to stop anyone from building a strong portfolio. As a strategic tech sales leader, he built nearly 300 units on the side using evenings, weekends, and disciplined time management — growing from a house hack to large multifamily syndications.

Gurshan began in 2013 while working at a restaurant. His first Memphis house hack sparked the journey, and after moving to Atlanta and building a career in tech sales leadership, a real estate seminar pushed him to start educating himself. His first BRRRR deal returned most of his capital and gave him the confidence to scale.

💼 How to Invest in Real Estate While Working a Demanding Career

Gurshan initially dedicated 10 hours per week to learning, networking, and analyzing deals. Today, he invests just 3–4 hours weekly by using systems, checklists, and time-blocking.

He kept his W-2 job as his financial engine, working on deals only during evenings and weekends. His journey proves that consistency — not volume — drives long-term progress.

🏘️ The BRRRR Deal That Sparked His Growth

His first BRRRR in Memphis — purchased for $55K, renovated for $15K, and refinanced at $90K — taught him underwriting, networking, and contractor management. This led to more single-family rentals and a five-unit property in Cleveland.

When interest rates rose in 2023, he pivoted to apartment syndications instead of slowing down.

🏢 Recent Deal: 244-Unit Apartment Syndication

Gurshan and his partner raised $780,000 for a 244-unit direct syndication with Matanza Capital.

Deal Snapshot:
• Acquisition: $21.6M
• Total Equity: $10.4M
• Projected Return: Turn $50K → $90K in three years
• Current Performance: 30% above projections

The team focuses on operational improvements, interior upgrades, and rent growth — with high tenant retention.

🎯 Rules of Thumb for Balancing Business & Life

• Put every real estate task on the calendar
 • Take one meaningful action per week
 • Avoid pressure — this is a long-term game
 • Keep your W-2 income as leverage
 • Build systems so issues don’t interrupt your workday

🧭 Moonlight Coaching Portion

For New Syndication Investors

Vet the operator thoroughly. Meet them multiple times, review their underwriting, and evaluate their character. You’re trusting them with your reputation.

Balancing Career, Life & Real Estate

Intentional time > busy time. One podcast, conversation, or chapter per week builds real momentum.

If You Have Little Time or Money

Lean on the community — attend meetups, join groups, study others, and add value where you can.

Why Passive Investing Works

It trades money for time. Operators do the work while investors keep career stability and build long-term wealth.

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