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In this episode, Jeremy interviews Josh Biernat, a full-time working dad who went from zero experience to closing his first real estate wholesale deal in just 90 days. Josh shares his journey, including the mistakes he made, the lessons he learned, and how he was able to generate $10,000 on his first deal. Whether you’re new to real estate or an experienced investor, Josh’s story is filled with valuable insights.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of taking massive imperfect action.
• Why building a large and verified buyer’s list is crucial for wholesaling success.
• How fear can hold you back, and how to overcome it in real estate investing.
• The value of coaching and how it can fast-track your success.
• How to structure real estate deals and handle negotiation challenges.

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Episode Highlights:

• [00:45] Jeremy introduces Josh Burnett and his journey.
• [03:15] Josh shares his background and what led him to real estate investing.
• [07:10] Overcoming fear and taking the leap into wholesaling.
• [15:25] The importance of building a strong buyer’s list and how it affects your deals.
• [21:45] Mistakes Josh made and how they shaped his learning experience.
• [29:10] The role of coaching in fast-tracking success and avoiding mistakes.
• [38:00] How to improve your negotiation skills with sellers.

Join us on this episode of REI Freedom as we welcome Eddie Speed, a seasoned expert in real estate investing. With over 40 years of experience, Eddie specializes in buying notes, a unique investment strategy that offers less hassle than traditional property management. He shares valuable insights into how to enter the world of note investing, the advantages of cash flow, and tips for building a successful investment portfolio. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's best!

• Investing in Notes: Eddie Speed emphasizes the benefits of investing in notes as a less hands-on alternative to traditional real estate.
• Cash Flow: Note investing provides steady cash flow with fewer headaches compared to managing rental properties.
• Education: Eddie offers resources through his Note School, helping investors navigate the complexities of note buying.

Connect with Eddie Speed and explore his Rich Rewards in Notes Masterclass to deepen your understanding of note investing! Visit NoteSchool.com/freedom for more information and to register.

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In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy sits down with John and Lisa Tarabogia, a dynamic husband and wife team and owners of Homebuyers New England. They share their inspiring journey from healthcare professionals to successful real estate investors. The couple discusses the challenges they faced, the lessons learned, and the importance of coaching in their transition to real estate investing.

Key Takeaways:

• The Power of Coaching: John and Lisa emphasize how coaching helped them focus their energy and prioritize their actions in the overwhelming world of real estate. They highlight the importance of having guidance to navigate the vast amount of information available.
• Facing Adversity: John shares his experience of being laid off after a long career in healthcare, which served as a catalyst for their entry into real estate. The couple discusses the emotional and financial challenges they faced during this transition, including the stress of layoffs and health scares.
• Building Relationships: The Tarabogias stress that real estate is fundamentally a relationship business. They share how they prioritize helping homeowners and providing valuable information, even if it means not closing a deal.
• First-Year Success: The couple reflects on their first year in real estate, discussing their initial struggles, the importance of perseverance, and the excitement of closing their first deal. They reveal that they closed 10 deals in their first year, including wholesales and flips.
• Future Goals: John and Lisa outline their plans for the future, including building a rental portfolio and continuing to grow their business. They discuss the importance of adaptability and being open to various opportunities in real estate.

Connect with John and Lisa :
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomebuyersNewEnglandLLC/
Website:  https://www.homebuyersne.com/

If you’re inspired by John and Lisa’s story and want to start your own real estate journey, visit REIFreedom.com/apply to book a call with Jeremy and see if the coaching program is a fit for you. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more aspiring real estate investors!

Join us next week for more inspiring stories and actionable insights in real estate investing!

What happens when a friendship built on football turns into a thriving real estate venture? Join us on this week's episode of REI Freedom Podcast as we dive into the extraordinary journey of Jacob LaPointe and Nick Pelletier. 

Affectionately known as 'The Beard,' Jake and his partner in crime, Nick—an admired firefighter—share their story of turning casual night-outs and brainstorming sessions into a prospering real estate business. 

Starting with a tight budget and high stakes, they reveal their creative strategies, from converting multi-family units to navigating tax foreclosures, and pulling it off with grit and teamwork. 

Find out how they tackled obstacles, took massive imperfect actions, and turned challenges into opportunities. Plus, discover their insights into the power of networking, taking action, and adding value in the real estate industry. 

Tune in for an episode packed with inspiration and useful tips that could set your path to real estate freedom!

Connect with the Guests:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9978 9956936

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In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy sits down with Craig Fogarty, an inspiring entrepreneur from Massachusetts who embarked on his real estate journey in 2018.

Craig shares valuable insights on the significance of mentorship and the necessity of taking both massive and perfect action in the real estate world. They discuss the challenges of timing in real estate transactions and how it can affect deals.

 Craig introduces the anchoring technique, a strategy that can help investors secure favorable prices from sellers. The conversation also highlights Craig's first deal, a single-family flip in Plymouth, Massachusetts, discovered through driving for dollars, which ultimately marked the beginning of his real estate investing journey.

 Tune in for a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for aspiring real estate investors!

Time Stamps 
[00:00:46] Power of mentorship in investing.

[00:03:39] Learning construction through experience.

[00:09:18] Mentorship through hands-on experience.

[00:11:17] Support system in real estate.

[00:13:24] Negotiating real estate deals.

[00:19:02] Learning through a house flip.

[00:21:51] Off-market property acquisition strategies.

[00:24:39] Networking in real estate investing.

[00:27:20] Freedom in real estate investing.

Connect with Craig here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craig.fogarty.1
Phone: 7817336045

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Facebook Group:  https://web.facebook.com/groups/795700988329071

What happens when you take a leap of faith, quit your stable job, and dive headfirst into the volatile world of real estate?

 In this compelling episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, Jeremy interviews Michael McDonald, a dedicated real estate investor who turned his life around from being $50,000 in debt to earning multiple seven figures through virtual real estate investing. Michael, originally from a small town in Nebraska, shares his inspiring story of persistence, from working a grueling 9-to-5 job to relocating to Las Vegas and grinding out his first deals.
 
They discuss creative financing strategies like novations, generating leads, and leveraging local expertise while operating virtually. Michael's key advice for new investors? Know your 'why' and focus on the quality of deals, not just the quantity. Tune in to learn how you can navigate the ups and downs of real estate to achieve financial freedom.

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction to REI Freedom Podcast

00:47 Meet Michael McDonald: From Debt to Success

02:31 Michael's Early Life and Move to Las Vegas

03:16 Starting the Real Estate Journey

07:20 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Real Estate

14:30 Scaling the Business and Achieving Success

18:52 Balancing Work and Family Life

19:25 Starting the Business and Early Challenges

20:46 Scaling the Business and Building a Team

21:18 Current Business Model and Operations

23:41 Generating Leads and Marketing Strategies

26:25 Maximizing Wholesale Deals with Creative Financing

30:08 Advice for New Real Estate Investors

31:36 Reflecting on the Journey and Lessons Learned

32:44 Defining REI Freedom and Its Importance

Connect with Michael here:
Facebook Group:  https://bit.ly/4gbxLtu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmcdonaldrei
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thevirtualmillionaireshow
Website: https://www.thevirtualmillionaires.com/


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In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, host Jeremy sits down with Bill Murray, a partner and founding member of KB4 Property Group, to discuss his journey in real estate investing. Bill shares insights on successfully managing a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio while prioritizing quality time with his family. The conversation delves into the theme of building a life of freedom through real estate investing, offering inspiration and motivation to listeners.

Bill recounts his transition from a W2 employee in a staffing company to a full-time real estate investor in 2020. He shares how he overcame the fear of stepping outside the norm to pursue financial and time freedom through real estate. With 68 units in his portfolio and plans to scale further, Bill emphasizes the importance of leveraging systems, processes, and networking to grow his business efficiently.

The episode highlights Bill's approach to acquiring properties, including working with brokers, networking, and utilizing creative financing strategies. Bill also discusses the role of coaching in his journey, crediting his coach, Mike Ketchum, for guiding him towards success and helping him navigate the complexities of real estate investing.

As the conversation unfolds, Bill reflects on the significance of time freedom in his life, especially in balancing work and family commitments. He shares his daily routine, which includes managing properties remotely while coaching his children in sports, showcasing the flexibility and autonomy that real estate investing has provided him.

The episode concludes with Bill emphasizing the importance of starting early in real estate investing, seeking coaching for accelerated growth, and prioritizing time freedom as the ultimate goal. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Bill through KB4 Property Group's website, social media, or contact information for further insights and collaboration opportunities in the real estate industry.

Overall, the episode serves as a testament to the transformative power of real estate investing in achieving financial independence and creating a life of freedom on one's own terms.

Connect with Bill here:
Website: https://www.kb4propertygroup.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kb4propertygroup/
Cell: 603 318 1069
Email : [email protected]


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Welcome back to another episode of REI Freedom! Today, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Dave Brown, a family man and rising star in the real estate industry from Rhode Island. 

Dave’s story is filled with resilience, from his early entrepreneurial ventures, overcoming a tumultuous financial low point, to building and selling a successful drone company. 

He shares his reasons for switching to real estate investing to gain more flexibility for family time and his experiences navigating the new terrain of direct-to-seller strategies, including both the rewarding connections he's made and the initial challenges faced. 

If you've ever wondered how to balance family life with the pursuit of financial freedom, or how to turn mistakes into stepping stones, Dave’s story will inspire and inform. Don’t miss this insightful episode as we uncover the highs and lows of achieving REI freedom!

Connect with Dave Brown

Website:  https://rhodyhomebuyer.com/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/wakeb0ardn

Join our Coaching Programme: https://reifreedom.com/resources/

In this week's episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, Jeremy had  the pleasure of sitting down with Andrew Bosco, a full-time real estate investor and team member at Candor Realty. Andrew shared his inspiring journey from being a farm boy in New Hampshire to transitioning from a biotechnology career to becoming a successful real estate professional.

Andrew discussed his initial three key strategies for success when starting out in real estate investing, which included :
-talking to five people every day,
- engaging on BiggerPockets,
- and attending meetups to build relationships. 
He emphasized the importance of forming connections and honing personal skills in the real estate industry.

The conversation delved into Andrew's off-market acquisition strategies, where he highlighted the use of PPC (pay-per-click) marketing to expand his business. He shared insights into managing PPC campaigns, the importance of SEO, and the value of building a strong online presence to attract leads.

Andrew also discussed his current real estate investing goals, which include owning and managing multifamily properties, focusing on fix-and-flip opportunities, and leveraging wholesaling strategies. He emphasized the power of having a strong team and the importance of setting achievable goals to drive success in the industry.

Looking ahead to the future, Andrew shared his vision of acquiring more properties and closing multiple deals each month, aiming for financial independence and the freedom to choose how he spends his time and energy.

Listeners were encouraged to reach out to Andrew for advice, collaboration, or to learn more about his off-market acquisition strategies. The episode concluded with a reminder to visit the REI Freedom website for coaching programs and resources to help aspiring real estate investors achieve their goals.

Connect with Andrew here:
Phone: 6038330951
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/andrewbosco42/
Website: https://buynehomes.com/

Join our Coaching Programme:  https://reifreedom.com/resources/

Are you ready to take your wholesaling business to the next level after closing your first deal? Maintaining momentum is crucial for long-term success in the competitive world of real estate investing. In this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, Jeremy sits down with Mike Graham, a rising star in the wholesaling industry who recently closed his first deal for an impressive $48,000 assignment fee.

Mike shares his journey from struggling to find leads on his own to joining the REI Freedom coaching program and experiencing a transformative shift in his business. He candidly discusses the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the strategies he's implementing to ensure consistent success moving forward.

Key takeaways from this episode include:

• The importance of investing in coaching and education to accelerate your growth and avoid costly mistakes.
• Developing effective communication skills to build rapport with sellers and navigate difficult conversations.
• Implementing systems and processes to manage leads, follow up consistently, and maximize your marketing efforts.
• Leveraging virtual assistants to handle administrative tasks and free up your time for high-value activities.
• Setting realistic goals and celebrating milestones along the way to maintain motivation and momentum.

Connect with Mike here :
Website: https://www.graham-property-services.com/

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Mike's experiences and gain valuable insights into scaling your wholesaling business. Subscribe to the REI Freedom Podcast today and join our thriving community of real estate investors who are committed to achieving financial freedom on their own terms. 

Visit reifreedom.com to access exclusive resources and learn more about our acclaimed coaching programs designed to help you succeed in the exciting world of wholesaling.