Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing

Today’s guest is a syndicator who understands the importance of knowing the nuts and bolts of syndications before jumping into an investment.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Brian Ferguson, founder of Altunas Capital. Today, Brian focuses on large-scale multifamily assets. Brian had 16 years of experience in real estate investing before ever raising one dollar of outside capital.

As they begin their conversation, Jonathan and Brian delve into Brian’s background in real estate and what he wishes he’d done differently along the way. He offers Jonathan examples of why it pays to understand your properties’ needs and do your due diligence in syndications. You’ll hear how Brian moved from auto finance into real estate investing, his advice for new flippers, and what it means to put “lipstick on a pig” in real estate. He shares his preference for ground-up construction, why new investors should hold off on flipping, and how social media can be a bad influence on new investors and set them up for failure. Finally, Jonathan and Brian explore Brian’s implementation of EOS to grow his business, the other asset classes he is pursuing, and COVID’s lingering impact on Brian’s assets.

Brian Ferguson offers a voice of experience for new investors and outlines why creating systems can save you a lot of trouble as your business grows.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Brian Ferguson’s background in real estate and what he wishes he had done differently along the way
• Why it pays to understand your properties’ needs and do your due diligence in syndications
• How Brian moved from finance in the auto industry to real estate investing
• His advice for those who want to get into flipping in today’s market
• Putting “lipstick on a pig” in the real estate industry
• His preference for ground-up construction despite its downsides
• Why new investors should not get into flipping right away
• How social media influences new investors and often sets them up for failure
• Implementing EOS to create systems and processes for growth
• Building a strong team culture and learning from others
• The other asset classes Brian is pursuing outside of multifamily and self-storage
• COVID’s lingering impact on Brian’s assets

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Altunas Capital website - altunascapital.com

Find Brian Ferguson on Facebook - www.facebook.com/bhferguson

Brian’s Instagram - www.instagram.com/bfergusonvic

Connect with Brian on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/brian-ferguson-05b4328a

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Land is the often-overlooked asset class that can be the easiest—and most economical—entry into real estate investing.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Jack Bosch, an experienced business owner, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and respected industry leader. Jack is the bestselling author of “Forever Cash: Break the Earn-Spend Cycle, Take Charge of Your Life, Build Everlasting Wealth.” He is also the creator of Land Profit Generator. Jack and his wife Michelle are immigrants to the United States, and since 2008, they’ve bought and sold more than 4,000 properties.

Jonathan and Jack start their conversation by exploring Jack’s immigration to the United States from Germany in 1997, how he met his wife, Michelle, an immigrant from Honduras, and why they decided to remain in the States after college. Jack shares his disillusionment with the American dream, his entry into real estate, and why you should hold on to a steady income job for a while before pursuing real estate full-time. You’ll hear why he began dabbling in various asset classes before discovering land, who he buys from, and the typical scenario of someone selling land. Jack explains his methodology for finding deals, land's flexibility, and how to find a good deal using the internet. Finally, Jonathan and Jack delve into Land Profit Generator, Jack’s market choices, and how to create a great land transaction between buyer and seller.

Land can be a very affordable way to enter the real estate market, and Jack Bosch’s expertise can help you find the deal you’ve been seeking.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Jack Bosch’s immigration to the United States from Germany in 1997, how he met his wife, and why Jack and his wife decided to stay in the States
• The disillusionment Jack felt with the American dream and how that led him to real estate
• The downsides of leaving a job too early to go into real estate full-time
• Jack’s first home and why he began dabbling in different types of real estate before accidentally discovering land
• Who he’s buying from, and the typical scenario for someone selling land
• Jack’s methodology for finding deals and why consistency matters
• The flexibility of land and the ease of identifying a good deal using the internet and research
• Land Profit Generator’s inception and what it does
• How Jack chooses markets to invest in and inflation’s impact on those choices
• Boosting your confidence by creating better negotiations over time
• Offering details about what you’re delivering in your land sale

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Jack Bosch’s website - www.jackbosch.com

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Jack on Facebook - www.facebook.com/joachim.bosch.1

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Email - [email protected]

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After a long hiatus, Jonathan is stepping back into the short-term rental market.

On this solo episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan explains why and where he decided to get back into the STR game. You’ll hear the criteria he used to narrow down markets and how he determined Black Mountain, North Carolina, suited what he was looking for. Jonathan also shares why he likes short-term rentals, which you can use for your own enjoyment outside of the busy season.

One of the reasons Jonathan put an offer on the property he chose was its design and the ability to add amenities to make the property more attractive for renters. He explains why becoming an asset to your community and collaborating with other STR owners in your market is valuable. You’ll hear why Jonathan is considering developing more properties clustered near his purchase in Black Mountain if it goes well, the generational impact he hopes it will have for his kids, and why short-term rentals don’t suit every personality.

This episode reveals Jonathan’s personal strategy for purchasing a short-term rental. With his 30+ years of experience in this industry, he outlines what you may also want to consider.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why Jonathan is returning to investing in short-term rental properties
• Choosing his market and the criteria he used to narrow it down
• The reasons behind his decision to purchase in Black Mountain versus Asheville
• Using a short-term rental for your own enjoyment outside of the busy season
• Adding amenities to make a property more attractive for renters
• The appeal of A-frame homes and the downsides of property management
• Becoming an asset to the community you’re in
• Considering developing more properties clustered near the initial purchase and their generational impact
• Short-term rentals don’t suit every personality

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One of the lesser-discussed aspects of real estate investing is the potential of squatters. Legally, your hands may be tied, but today’s guest started a company targeted at helping real estate investors avoid a squatting situation altogether.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with George McCleary, creator of the viral video “I Stole a House.” George is the founder of Squatter Defender and Title Fraud Defender. He is also the Principal at McCleary Realty & Development.

Jonathan and George begin their conversation by exploring George’s thoughts on squatters and why they feel much more emboldened today. He shares some of the strategies you can use to protect your property from squatters, who professional squatters are, and what makes it so difficult to remove them from your property. You’ll hear the “cash for keys” scheme, when it pays to do it, and the story behind George’s viral video, “I Stole a House.” Jonathan and George also explore how you can avoid becoming the low-hanging fruit for squatters, his path to real estate post-college, and George’s first experiences as a landlord. Finally, as the discussion winds down, George explains title fraud, how it relates to squatting, and why it’s so difficult to stop. He also explains why he decided to start his company, Squatter Defender.

George McCleary offers some surprisingly simple solutions to deter squatters, and you won’t want to miss this episode that reveals one of the hidden issues in real estate investing.

In this episode, you will hear:

• George McCleary’s thoughts on squatters and why they feel more emboldened today
• Some of the strategies you can use to protect your property from squatters
• Who professional squatters are, and the difficulty of getting them out of your property
• The “cash for keys” scheme and when it pays to take that option
• The story behind George’s video, “I Stole a House.”
• How to avoid becoming the low-hanging fruit for squatters
• George’s path to real estate post-college and his first experiences with landlording
• The appeal of tangibility in real estate and creating something
• George’s current favorite asset class and his reasons for loving it
• Title fraud, its relation to squatting, and why you can’t stop it
• His catalyst for beginning his company, Squatter Defender

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Squatter Defender website - www.squatterdefender.com (use the code Zen for 20% off)

George McCleary on YouTube - youtube.com/@georgemcclearyMRD

George’s Facebook account - facebook.com/mrdportland

Find George McCleary on Instagram - instagram.com/mrd_portland

Connect with George on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/georgemccleary

George’s Twitter/X - twitter.com/mcclearyre

Find George on TikTok - tiktok.com/@mrd_portland

Title Fraud Defender website - www.titlefrauddefender.com (use the code Zen for 20% off)

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YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos

Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene

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Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/StreamlinedReal

Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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Mindset is everything in nearly every aspect of the real estate business. Having an abundance mindset means opening yourself up to opportunities as they arise.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Matt King, CEO of Gobundance. Gobundance is a high-level entrepreneurial group. Matt also manages DRO Investments, a family office based in Austin, Texas, where he oversees multiple companies and leads investment decisions while planning and implementing personal and business functions.

Jonathan and Matt start their conversation by delving into the motivation behind Gobundance and the difference between abundance and scarcity mindsets. You’ll hear why there is no such thing as the perfect deal, why your actions must be aligned with your words, and the importance of living in balance and having your life in order, which carries over to your business. Matt shares what the Gobundance Empire Expander offers, how he initially became interested in real estate, and the power of momentum. Finally, Matt and Jonathan discuss what creating generational wealth can do for your family and community, why staying in a W2 job can help position you for the most success, and how to find a mentor the right way.

While mindset may not be your biggest priority when it comes to real estate investing, Matt King makes a case for putting it at the top of your list.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The motivation behind Gobundance and the difference between abundance and scarcity mindsets
• Why there is no such thing as the perfect deal, and actions have to be aligned with your words
• Living in balance and having your life in order which carries over to your business
• The Gobundance Empire Expander activity to help determine what changes in your life you may need to make
• How Matt King initially became interested in real estate and his very first deal
• The power of momentum and saying yes to opportunities aligned with your vision
• Creating generational wealth and what it can do for your family and community
• Staying in the W2 to position yourself for the most success and putting in the work
• Avoiding comparison to others and confirmation bias
• Finding a mentor and approaching it in the right way
• What Gobundance offers and why it isn’t the right fit for everyone

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Matt King’s website - themattking.com

Matt on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@matt.kingATX

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Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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Short-term rentals can be lucrative, but they can become unprofitable weights around your neck if you aren't careful.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Taylor Jones, Head of Acquisition for STR Search. Taylor is also Techvestor's Head of Acquisition. He is an experienced short-term rental investor who knows how to maximize profits from every square foot of a property and teaches others to do the same.

Jonathan and Taylor begin their conversation by delving into how Taylor Jones became a short-term rental expert after a career in sales. Taylor explains how he carved out a niche with STRs by offering amenities and using guest avatars. You’ll hear the pros and cons of buying where you like to vacation, Taylor’s take on clustering as you build a portfolio, and why STRs are not passive income. Jonathan and Taylor explore the two components you must have in STRs to stand out, dynamic pricing, and Taylor’s anti-condo stance. Taylor explains how he creates revenue from every square foot of a property, why he stays focused on one property type, and some emerging and evolving trends in the STR space. Finally, Taylor reveals Airbnb’s role in marketing for owners and consumers.

For the savvy and determined investor, Taylor Jones shares how rising tides can raise all boats in the short-term rental market.

In this episode, you will hear:

• How Taylor Jones ended up in the short-term rental space after a career in sales
• Creating a short-term rental experience for guests, including amenities like game rooms and firepits, using guest avatars
• The pros and cons of buying where you like to vacation
• Taylor’s take on clustering and proximity as you build a portfolio
• Why STRs are not passive income and the two components you have to have
• The importance of dynamic pricing
• Taylor’s anti-condo stance and creating revenue from every square foot of a property
• Remaining focused on one property type versus multiple types
• Sharing information with other investors because rising tides lift all boats
• Emerging and evolving trends in the STR space
• Airbnb’s role in marketing for owners and consumers

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STR Search website - www.strsearch.com

Find Taylor Jones on Instagram - www.instagram.com/mrjonesstrs

Connect with Taylor on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-jones-38997154

Taylor Jones on X - x.com/MrJonesSTRs

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Email - [email protected]

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Finding your real estate investing niche doesn’t have to be flashy or complicated. Being a one-trick pony can be a lucrative asset.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Lee Yoder to the show. Lee is the founder and CEO of Threefold Real Estate Investing, which helps investors achieve passive cash flow, growth, and wealth through multifamily properties. Lee also stuck with his W2 physical therapy position while growing Threefold into the company it is today.

Jonathan and Lee open their conversation by delving into Lee’s physical therapy career, revealing that his experience with a startup company exposed him to entrepreneurship. Lee shares the difference between wanting to be an entrepreneur and wanting money and why they aren’t the same. You’ll hear about the compound effect, Lee’s intentional decision to start small with gradual expansion, and how he reins in his desire to expand faster than he should while following the 1% rule. He reveals the criteria he uses to buy new properties while building more credibility, what Lee feels is the most challenging part of scaling his business, and when he decided to bring in property management. Finally, Jonathan and Lee discuss where Lee focuses his investing efforts, what you should look for in syndications, why he’s sticking to multifamily real estate, and the importance of being an active learner in this industry.

Real estate investing doesn’t have to be flashy to succeed. Lee Yoder’s story is a prime example of that philosophy.

In this episode, you will hear:

• What led Lee Yoder to real estate investing after a career in physical therapy
• The difference between wanting to become an entrepreneur and wanting money
• The compound effect
• Starting small and gradual expansion
• How Lee reins in the urge to expand faster than he should and following the 1% rule
• The criteria he uses to purchase new properties and earn more credibility
• The most challenging part of scaling his business and when to hire property management
• Where Lee focuses his investing efforts and what to look for in syndications
• Why he’s sticking to multifamily instead of branching out
• The importance of being an active learner in the real estate business

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Threefold Real Estate Investing website - threefoldrei.com

Find ThreeFold on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@threefoldrei4087

Threefold on Facebook - www.facebook.com/threefold.yoder

Lee Yoder on Instagram - www.instagram.com/leeyoder_threefoldrei

Connect with Lee on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/lee-yoder-25793215a

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Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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Not all real estate investing involves buying properties. Considering the alternatives can save you the headaches of hands-on asset management.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Chris Seveney, CEO and co-founder of 7E Investments. Chris has a multimillion-dollar asset portfolio, and his background includes the management of construction and rehab of properties worth over $150 million. He also managed an impressive $750 million in new construction, and since 2016, Chris has been in the mortgage note game.

Jonathan and Chris discuss their involvement with the BiggerPockets community and its benefits. They cover what took Chris away from buying properties and toward mortgage notes, which leads to a conversation about why new flippers must be careful, sharing some of Chris’s experiences on construction sites. Chris explains the differential between mortgage notes and tax liens and why he finds notes attractive. You’ll hear how to avoid FOMO, why taking action doesn’t always mean buying right away, and what Chris’s first foray into real estate taught him. Finally, Jonathan and Chris dive into purchasing notes, what makes it different from real estate, and the initial blunders Chris made when he began investing. He also shares some thoughtful advice for new investors and why he recommends they understand their investor profiles.

Real estate investing takes many forms, and Chris Seveney discovered mortgage notes were a perfect fit for his style. If hands-on real estate investing isn’t your style, you won’t want to miss this episode.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The benefits of being a part of the BiggerPockets community
• What took Chris Seveney away from buying properties and toward mortgage notes
• Why new flippers have to be careful
• The differential between mortgage notes and tax liens and what makes notes attractive
• Avoiding FOMO and what taking action looks like in practice
• Chris’s first foray into real estate investing and what it taught him
• The process of purchasing notes and why it’s different than real estate
• His blunders when he first started investing in notes and avoiding shiny object syndrome
• Chris’s advice for new investors and the importance of understanding your investor profile

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7E Investments website - 7einvestments.com

7E Investments on YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCQt_koCOTq6QaH2utGysSUQ

Find 7E Investments on Facebook - www.facebook.com/7Einvestments

7E Investments on Instagram - www.instagram.com/7einvestments

Connect with Chris Seveney on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/christopherseveney

Find 7E Investments on TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@7einvestments

How 7E Investments works - go.7einvestments.com/explainer-video

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Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene

Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties

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Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/StreamlinedReal

Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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Going all in on a mastermind could be an expensive mistake or a brilliant way to ensure you take your real estate investing business seriously.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Dedric and Krystal Polite, a home-flipping couple who wound their way from wholesaling to flipping “50/50 Flip,” a Hulu and A&E show. Dedric and Krystal are real estate investors, entrepreneurs, mentors, and the owners of Be Polite Properties, a home-buying and acquisition company that is growing into other markets.

Jonathan, Dedric, and Krystal start their discussion by delving into when the real estate bug hit both Dedric and Krystal. They explore their roles in the business, the strategic plan they used to leave their corporate day jobs, and how they operate a virtual wholesaling business. You’ll hear why leveraging social media is a critical part of their business, how investing in an expensive mastermind helped them get serious, and why the power of association can help you succeed. Jonathan, Dedric, and Krystal explain the importance of creating a qualified team to help manage your business as you scale, how they landed their “50/50 Flip” show, and how they approach landlording to attract high-end and high-quality tenants.

Dedric and Krystal wanted out of the corporate grind, and when they went all in on real estate, they discovered how well it could work for them. They love helping others learn how to be successful and share some of their secrets to making it work.

In this episode, you will hear:

• When the real estate bug hit Dedric and Krystal Polite
• Krystal’s role as the visionary and Dedric’s as the integrator
• How they strategically planned to leave their jobs once they got into real estate investing
• Their virtual wholesaling business and how they stay on top of what’s happening in various markets
• Leveraging social media to build a virtual business
• Investing in masterminds and taking value away from them
• Why the power of association can help you succeed
• What networking can offer to new investors
• The property that got the Polites started on their journey
• Building relationships now to create opportunities later
• Creating a qualified team to surround you as the business grows
• The genesis of Dedric and Krystal’s show, “50/50 Flip”
• Attracting high-end, long-term tenants with high-quality materials and using short-term rentals to subsidize creating more affordable long-term properties
• Landlording properties as though their moms are living in them

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Be Polite Properties website - www.politeproperties.com

Find Be Polite on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@BePolite

Dedric Polite on Instagram - www.instagram.com/dedricpolite

Krystal Polite’s Instagram - www.instagram.com/mrsbepolite

Connect with Dedric on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/dedricpolite

Connect with Krystal on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/krystallpolite

Join the Polite Wealth Portal - politewealthportal.com

50/50 Flip - www.aetv.com/shows/50-50-flip

Website - www.streamlined.properties

YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos

Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene

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Millions of square feet of space sit unused and are often forgotten about. One innovative company is working to change that.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Joseph Woodbury, co-founder and CEO of Neighbor.com. Neighbor’s mission is to match people who have vacant spaces with people looking for somewhere to store their cars, RVs, boats, and other personal items. Those providing the vacant spaces for rent have an opportunity to create a truly passive income.

Jonathan and Joseph discuss how Joseph started Neighbor and what differentiates it from other platforms. Neighbor has evolved since its inception, and they explore the low barrier of entry to passive income and why multifamily and commercial real estate are driving its growth. You’ll hear why renters love using Neighbor, how rev sharing gets them on board, and the benefits of having a storage space nearby rather than in another part of town. Joseph explains how using ancillary income can help owners maintain appreciation and add value. He also shares the selling point Neighor creates and why it offers more options by presenting an additional source of income on a property. Finally, Jonathan and Joseph cover how Neighbor assists with evictions and the environmental benefits of using existing square footage versus building more.

With some extra land or unused facilities on a property, Neighbor is helping property owners create the ideal passive income scenario.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Joseph Woodbury’s real estate story and how he started his company, Neighbor
• What differentiates Neighbor from other platforms and how it’s changed since its inception
• The low barrier of entry to passive income with Neighbor and how multifamily and commercial real estate are driving growth
• Why renters love using Neighbor for storage
• Rev sharing with tenants and what renters love about it
• The benefits of having a storage space nearby using Neighbor rather than in another part of town
• Using ancillary income to hang on to maintain appreciation and add value
• The attrition rates of tenants using Neighbor to locate storage spaces
• Creating a selling point and more options by offering an additional source of income on a property
• How Neighbor helps clients handle evictions
• The environmental benefits of using existing square footage versus building more

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Neighbor website - www.neighbor.com

Neighbor on YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCqMhzAkQu2xcpgOCBSiy0ww

Neighbor’s Facebook page - www.facebook.com/storewithneighbor

Get the Neighbor app - neighbor.app

Connect with Joseph Woodbury on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/josephwoodbury

Joseph on Twitter/X - x.com/woodburyjoseph1

Website - www.streamlined.properties

YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos

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Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties

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Zillow - https://www.zillow.com/profile/StreamlinedReal

Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties

Email - [email protected]

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