In this episode of the First Responder Financial Freedom podcast, Mike, Tyler, and Aaron interview Lee Marala, a firefighter and real estate investor. Lee shares his story of how he got started in real estate, the challenges he's faced, and the lessons he's learned along the way. He also discusses his plans for the future and how he's using real estate to achieve his financial goals.

Key Takeaways:

• Lee got started in real estate by buying a duplex from a friend.
• He's flipped several properties and currently owns a few rental units.
• Lee is using real estate to achieve his goal of retiring from the fire department early.
• He advises other first responders to start small and reinvest their profits.
• He also recommends finding a mentor who can help you learn the ropes.