The Real Estate Investing Podcast

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke compare house flipping to land flipping, and explain why land wins when it comes to profit, simplicity, and freedom. Tired of contractors, renovations, and surprise costs? Land deals average $50K profits with way less hassle, lower competition, and the freedom to work from anywhere. Whether you're new or experienced in real estate, this episode shows why mo...

In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by North Carolina real estate attorney Tiffany Webber to break down the legal essentials of flipping land the right way. They cover everything from double closings and transactional funding to MLS disclosures, title insurance, and how to avoid scams. Tiffany shares expert tips on protecting yourself legally when buying and selling vacant land, setting up your la...

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke dive into why double-closing is a must-know strategy for land investors in 2025. They break down how it works, why it’s different from wholesaling, and how it can help you scale faster while minimizing risk. You’ll learn how to structure deals, use transactional funding, and sell directly through the MLS, no buyers list needed. They also share real success stor...

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Roy Cantu is back with a major update on his land investing journey. In this episode, Ron Apke digs into how Roy shifted from holding long-term land notes to using a second lien strategy that gives him upfront capital and monthly cash flow. He breaks down a real deal, shares how he finds leads with texting, postcards, and MLS expired listings, and explains how he’s building to $10K/month in passiv...

In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by Jenna Cheramie, a new land investor who flipped her first deal for over $12K profit, all while still working her 9-5! She shares how she got started, avoided bad deals, partnered through the Land Investing Online community, and is now going full-time in land flipping. Watch the full episode to hear powerful advice for new investors entering the land space! ==...

In this episode, Ron Apke talks with land investor Kristen Fesnak about her journey from single-family broker to brokering a 16,000-acre land deal in Georgia. Kristen shares how COVID pushed her into investing, how a cold call led her to land, and why she’s now focused on seller financing, land notes, and large development projects. She breaks down her goals of hitting $500K/month in passive incom...

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Lenny Poliziani, a former medical device sales rep turned land investor who’s made over $1 million flipping land in just his first year.  Lenny shares his journey from wholesaling houses to discovering the easier path through land deals, and how he and his wife scaled their business by leveraging The Land Portal and one-on-one coaching. They break down the...

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with successful land investor Femi Ajose to unpack his inspiring journey from D1 track athlete to full-time land flipper. Femi shares how his background in sports built the mindset and discipline he needed to thrive as an entrepreneur, and how a single video during COVID led him from low-margin house wholesaling to $200K land deals. Femi dives into his first $54...

📍 Don’t make a bad deal—watch this episode to learn how to do proper due diligence before you buy land! Before buying any piece of land, due diligence is critical. In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke walk you through every step to analyze a property for land flipping, from checking road frontage, wetlands, and slope using The Land Portal, to calling zoning departments, reviewing deeds, and under...

In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by successful land investor and coach Darrick to talk about why so many people struggle in their land investing business. From mindset to marketing consistency, they break down the key differences between those who succeed and those who stall out. Darrick shares red flags he sees in students—like making excuses or giving up after one failed mailer, and the green...

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke deep dive into how land investing has completely transformed over the past 5 years, and what that means for land investors.  From the evolution of marketing strategies (goodbye 100% direct mail, hello multi-channel outreach) to major advancements in land-specific technology, this conversation is packed with insight.  Learn how new technology is helping investor...

In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by Aaron Waxman, a driven land investor who dropped out of college and never looked back. After experimenting with wholesaling for a couple years, Aaron discovered land flipping through our YouTube channel in 2023, and hit the ground running. Within 90 days, he closed a double close deal and committed to sending 5,000 mailers every month, proving his mindset and...

Are you stuck trying to get your first land deal? Or maybe you're closing a few but not consistently?  In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke break down how to go from struggling to consistent deal flow in your land investing business using the proven Crawl, Walk, Run method. They share the real numbers behind where most investors get stuck, with 60% in the Crawl stage, and what separates the to...

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with returning guest Landon Bleau, an inspiring land investor who went from biotech employee to full-time land entrepreneur in just 18 months. Landon shares what he’s been up to over the past 6 months, including hiring 5 employees, sending over 30,000 mailers and 125,000 texts every month, and preparing for a summer in Europe, all thanks to land flipping. They d...

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Seth and Autum McKay, a husband-wife duo who’ve built a thriving land flipping business in just 4 months after joining our land investing coaching program. With no prior experience in land, they share how they went from discovering land investing by accident to building a $110K deal pipeline—and why they’re never going back to W2 jobs. You’ll hear how they...

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with returning guest Nick Ums, a rising star in the land investing world who’s built a wildly successful business while still working a 9-to-5 job. Since getting started in June 2024, Nick has flipped 15 parcels for over $200k in profit, with another $275k expected from current listings, all within just 10 months! Nick shares the behind-the-scenes of his growth,...

In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by his personal accountant, Ashish Acharya, to break down everything land investors need to know about taxes and how to legally minimize your tax bill. Whether you’re just getting started in land flipping or already scaling your business, this is a must-watch conversation that could save you tens of thousands in taxes every year. They cover key questions like: S...

In this episode, Ron and Dan Apke break down Survey Hacking—a powerful strategy that’s creating new revenue streams for land investors in 2025 and beyond. They explain what survey hacking is, how it works, and how to target these deals effectively in your land investing business. You’ll hear what real conversations with sellers sound like, how to position these opportunities, and why this niche is...

🔥Watch Shelby’s last interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KuRcf7u6Gew In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Shelby Wengren, a land investor who quit her 9-5 just one year in after making $300K on an early subdivide deal.  Shelby shares how land investing allowed her to become a full-time stay-at-home mom, the mindset shifts that helped her succeed, and how she’s grown her business i...

Daniel and Ron Apke break down the Top 10 Best States to Flip Land In based on years of real-world experience and results from their land investing community. From quick, low-regulation flips in the Southeast to 8-figure potential in the Southwest, they map out the most profitable regions for both beginners and experts. In this episode, they dive into why these states made the list, what makes a m...

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with successful land investor and Land Investing Online coach, Darrick B., to break down one of the hottest profit-making strategies in land flipping: double closing. If you've ever struggled to explain double closing to a seller or weren't sure when to use it—this episode is a must-watch. Darrick and Ron dive into real-life examples of land investors making $10...

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke break down the worst states in the U.S. to flip land —so you don’t waste time and money targeting the wrong areas.  From steep slopes and wetlands to restrictive HOAs and tricky title issues, they reveal the biggest red flags that make certain markets a nightmare for land flippers. With thousands of land deals under their belt, the Apke Brothers share real-worl...

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke dive into five simple yet powerful ways to increase the value of your land and sell it faster. If you're in the land flipping game, these strategies are a game-changer! They’ll show you how small improvements—like subdividing, clearing, or adding utilities—can significantly enhance the appeal of your property and give you more leverage in negotiations. From cos...

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with land investor Cody Harris, a former minor league baseball player who went all-in on land flipping after leaving his sales job. Cody shares how he launched his land business with a 6-month plan, invested boldly using credit, and landed his first few deals—including one set to profit $40K after a seller follow-up months later. You'll hear about his evolvi...