In this conversation, Derwin K. interviews Justin Chamblee, a pharmacist and real estate investor, about his journey in real estate. Justin shares his background and education, including his military service and pharmacy career. He explains how he got started in real estate as a way to generate additional income and make his money work for him. Justin discusses his first investment property, a condo that has appreciated in value, and his second property, another condo that he rents out. He also talks about his family home, which was purchased using a VA loan, and his third investment property in Lynchburg. Justin shares his experiences with property management and the challenges of renting to college students. He emphasizes the benefits of the VA loan for veterans and the potential for real estate to build wealth. Justin shares his experience of involving his wife and children in real estate and how he plans to pass on his knowledge to the next generation. He also discusses the challenges he faced during a recent flip in Atlanta and offers advice for new investors.

Real estate can be a valuable source of additional income and a way to make money work for you.

Using a VA loan can be a great benefit for veterans, allowing them to purchase a home with no money down and low interest rates.

Investing in rental properties can provide a steady stream of income and potential appreciation over time.

Property management can be challenging, especially when dealing with college student tenants.

Each real estate transaction and property is unique, providing opportunities to learn and grow as an investor. Involving your family in real estate can be a team effort and a way to build a legacy for future generations.

It's important to have open and honest conversations with your spouse or partner about your real estate goals and how they can support you.

Introducing your children to real estate at a young age can help them develop an entrepreneurial mindset and consider it as a career option.

Learning by doing is crucial in real estate, and it's important to take action and gain hands-on experience.

Building a trusted team of professionals, such as contractors and real estate agents, is essential for successful real estate investing.

Having a strong mindset and believing in yourself is key to overcoming challenges and achieving success in real estate.

Controlling the relationships with contractors and sub-contracting specific tasks can help ensure quality work and save money.

Real estate is a diverse field, and there are multiple avenues to explore, such as rentals, flipping, and wholesaling.

Getting your credit score in order and saving money are important steps to prepare for real estate investing.

Don't be afraid to take risks and jump into real estate, even if you encounter setbacks along the way.

Summary

In this episode of the The Very Good Real Estate Podcast, host Derwin K. interviews Sterling Giles about his journey to homeownership. Sterling shares that he initially didn't think homeownership was within reach, but his wife's desire and encouragement pushed them to pursue it. They saved for three years, lived with a friend to save money, and eventually found their dream home. They worked with a realtor and lender who provided guidance and support throughout the process. Sterling advises others to ask questions and not be intimidated by the unknown. He also shares that the mindset shift of believing homeownership is in reach has positively impacted other areas of his life.

Takeaways

Homeownership may seem out of reach, but with determination and saving, it is possible to achieve.

Living with a friend or family member can help save money for a down payment.

Working with a supportive realtor and lender can make the homebuying process less stressful.

Asking questions and doing research is important to navigate the complexities of homeownership.

Believing that homeownership is within reach can have a positive impact on other areas of life.

I have known Robert Grooms for over 20 years. By trade, Robert is an architect and is now a real estate developer. Robert and I discussed how he went from stocking shelves to owning two homes and how he propelled himself to real estate success.