In this episode of Blue Collar StartUp, hosts Mike Nelson and Derek Foster catch up with returning guest Brad Lewis, executive director of the Troy Community Land Bank. Tune in as Brad shares his seasonal work strategies, real estate investments, cash flow insights, and more!

Learn how Brad bought a house for $100 here: https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/capital-region/housing/2021/04/20/troy-foreclosed-properties-open-house

Learn more about Brad and the Troy Community Land Bank on their website troycommunitylandbank.org or follow their Facebook page.

0:00 Host Introduction: Mike Nelson and Derek Foster

0:49 Chicken Coop Struggles in the Rain

2:37 Sponsor Acknowledgments

3:25 Guest Introduction: Brad Lewis

4:15 Boston Marathon and Running Passion

5:54 Balancing Family and Work

7:14 From Trades to Real Estate

8:12 COVID’s Impact and Business Pivot

10:10 Troy Community Land Bank Executive Director Role

11:25 Scaling Down Landscaping Operations

13:13 Entrepreneurial Journey Reflections

14:58 Troy Community Land Bank’s Mission

16:55 Property Acquisition and Rehab Process

18:34 Investing in Local Contractors

20:53 Building Sales and Community Impact

22:20 Land Bank Financial Model

27:48 Seasonal Work Strategies

29:32 Opportunities in Property Auctions

33:39 Nonprofit Cash Flow Challenges

36:22 Cash Flow Management Tips

40:56 Where to Learn More About the Troy Community Land Bank

42:24 Episode Wrap-Up and Thanks