In this riveting conversation, Mike Bellato, a seasoned real estate investor, dives deep into the world of real estate investing, fix-and-flip projects, and property management. With over 80 successful flips under his belt, Mike shares his journey, from buying his first house near his campus to managing apartment complexes all across Chester county and parts of Philly.

Throughout this discussion, Mike provides invaluable insights on the challenges that come with securing funding for property investments, the thrill of transforming properties through renovations, and the importance of diversifying income streams to maintain a balanced business. He also shares his experiences with big projects, like a 10-unit apartment building and dealing with unexpected setbacks in the property flipping journey. 

Mike's story is not just about real estate; it's about resilience, resourcefulness, and the relentless pursuit of goals. Whether you're a seasoned real estate investor or a beginner looking to get your feet wet in the property market, there's plenty to learn from Mike's experiences.

This enlightening conversation also highlights the impact and value of networking, referrals, and building trust in the real estate industry. Mike underscores the crucial role that word-of-mouth referrals play in bringing in construction work, proving that a good reputation can indeed be one of your most significant assets in this business.

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So, tune in to this conversation to glean insights, get inspired, and learn about the highs and lows of real estate investing. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful conversations about real estate, property management, and much more. 


1. 00:33 - 🎙️: Introduction of Mike Bellato
2. 01:12 - 😥: Discussing the struggle of juggling school and work
3. 02:23 - 📅: Revealing Mike's current age
4. 04:12 - 🎉: Discussing the importance of parties over studying
5. 06:26 - 🏡: Discussing Mike's journey to completing 80 flips
6. 08:12 - 💡: Discussing the concept of house flipping
7. 14:11 - 💼: Discussion about Mike's investors and business model
8. 16:22 - 🤔: Discussing the risk factors in the real estate market
9. 24:13 - 🔄: Discussion about diversifying income streams
10. 27:31 - 🏦: Discussing networking with banks
11. 37:59 - 🏢: Discussing a 10 unit apartment building project
12. 45:02 - 💸: Sharing about a loss in a flip project
13. 50:02 - 📝: Discussing the importance of contingency planning
14. 56:12 - 👥: Discussing the importance of word-of-mouth referrals
15. 1:00:26 - 👓: Reflecting on lessons learned from past experiences.