In this episode of Hustle Harder, James Gaskin interviews Jeff Nydegger, co-founder of Kendall Partners, a top direct-to-seller house-buying company in Chicago. Jeff shares his journey from military service to building a successful real estate business with his partner, Kevin Hanson. He explores their early challenges, including launching during the 2008 financial crisis and the strategies that helped them grow. Jeff highlights the significance of strong partnerships, the power of a trusted brand, and the importance of playing the long game. Tune in to hear how grit, strategic pivots, and team culture have fueled Kendall Partners' success.

Key Points from This Episode

• Jeff's journey from military service to real estate.
• Partnering with Kevin Hanson and their early business dynamic.
• Discovering a passion for real estate while deployed in Afghanistan.
• Challenges faced during the 2008 financial crisis.
• The importance of freedom in time, money, and relationships.
• Evolving their business model and strategies.
• Building a strong culture and hiring based on core values.
• Jeff's philosophy on playing the long game and maintaining grit.
• The role of coaching and mentorship in business growth.
• Building trust through strong relationships and referrals.
• Developing a resilient company culture and leading by example.
• Scaling Kendall Partners: from local player to market leader.
• Challenges of rapid growth and maintaining core values.
• Strategies for managing a large team and staying agile.
• Jeff's vision for Kindle Partners' future and upcoming challenges.

Links

Renovo Financial: https://renovofinancial.com/

James Gaskin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-gaskin-b675593/

Kendall Partners: https://www.kendallpartnersltd.com/

Jeff Nydegger on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-nydegger-8b5bb42/