Summary
In this episode of the RealPropPro podcast, host Ian Dietler interviews Sarah Jung, an experienced investor and lender with over 20 years in real estate. Sarah shares her journey from being adopted in Korea to becoming a successful real estate investor and lender. She discusses her transition from finance to real estate, her first experiences in investing, and the importance of networking and mentorship. The conversation also covers the BRRRR strategy, syndication, and her current work with Optimus Capital, as well as her exciting development projects in Belize.
Takeaways
Sarah was adopted from Korea and grew up in Wisconsin.
She transitioned from a tech sales career to the mortgage business.
Investing in real estate became a way to find freedom from a W-2 job.
Her first investment was a light flip in Georgia.
Networking and mentorship are crucial for success in real estate.
Syndication allows pooling money from investors to buy properties.
The BRRRR strategy involves buying, renovating, renting, refinancing, and repeating.
Development projects can be lucrative, as seen in her work in Belize.
Optimus Capital focuses on non-QM loans for investors.
Finding the right partners is essential in real estate investing.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Investing
02:16 Sarah's Journey: From Adoption to Real Estate
05:09 Transitioning from Lending to Investing
07:58 The Shift to Out-of-State Investments
10:39 Building a Rental Portfolio
13:08 Exploring Multifamily Investments
15:56 The Importance of Networking and Mentorship
18:48 Understanding Syndication and OPM
21:16 Real Estate Terms Breakdown
27:07 Build Your Portfolio
28:32 Amazing Retirement Account Strategies 
31:58 Diversify with Real Estate
33:41 Real Estate Development
36:39 Optimus Capital
39:11 BRRRR It's Cold in Here
41:52 Free Book Giveaway!!
42:57 Closing Thoughts and Advice
44:33 Outro