Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing

Finding your real estate niche takes time and effort. However, once other real estate professionals recognize where your focus lies, your job as an investor can become much easier. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jason Velie is the tricks of the trade behind mobile home flipping. Jason is the founder of Cape Fear Cash Offer, a North Carolina-based investment firm. He's...

While flashy real estate investors dominate the social media scene, the investors starting with limited assets are making waves in their communities. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, former firefighter Ian Horowitz sits down with Jonathan to share how he went from $15,000 in the bank and bad credit to retiring before age 40. Ian and his partner Dan are the managing part...

A long career as an investor creates expertise you can leverage as you pursue new investments. However, it can also lead to discovering new interests and challenges inside the investing world. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Kevin Amolsch, president of Pine Financial Group in Colorado. Kevin is a premier hard money lender in four states with more th...

Six years ago, Henry Washington had just $1,000 in the bank and bad credit. He knew something had to change after a panic attack at 3:00 in the morning. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan and Henry sit down to unpack Henry's path from newly married, lousy credit, and no money to 116+ rental properties and doing at least 15 flips a year. Henry is the cohost of the...

What happens when an extroverted stay-at-home mom needs an outlet for her creativity and intellectual pursuits? Sometimes, she becomes a real estate investor. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Laura Sides joins Jonathan to discuss how she maintains her role at home as a stay-at-home mom while succeeding as a real estate investor. Since the pandemic, Laura has been flippi...

What happens to professional athletes once their sports careers end? Can they all live off of their career proceeds, or is there a post-professional sports career plan in place? On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, former NFL player Devon Kennard sits down with Jonathan to talk about his new career in real estate following a successful stint on the football field. Devon is...

While most people are comforted by the idea of a backup plan, sometimes, jumping in without one is the best way to take action. Having a parachute can become a hindrance rather than a help. Today's guest opted to leave the parachute at home when he dove into real estate. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Nick Cooley sits down with Jonathan to unpack how he and his wife H...

Financial independence is the goal most real estate investors are eager to achieve. Getting creative and being willing to compromise are two of the ways you can work toward that goal. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Becky Nova, real estate investor and founder of Lady Landlords, sits down with Jonathan to share how she became a first-time investor in her 30s. Becky own...

While most new investors maintain their full-time jobs, sometimes, you have to take the more radical step of leaving the corporate world behind. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan's guest is Leka Devatha, a Seattle-based real estate developer and broker. Leka's company, Rehabit Homes, focuses on residential redevelopment. Over the past decade, she's spearheaded h...

The 2008 real estate crash significantly impacted investors of all types. For some, it completely changed how they approach real estate investing, leading to a more mindful and methodical strategy. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Joel Friedland, the co-founder of Brit Properties in Des Plaines, Illinois. Joel is an industrial real estate broker...

Amelia McGee is only 32, but she's already enjoying the freedom that real estate investing offers. It all started when she convinced her parents to partner with her for a flip and ignited a passion for real estate. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Amelia McGee, the co-founder of Women Investing in Real Estate (WIIRE), with her partner, Grace Gudenkau...

If 1031 exchanges aren't already on your radar as a real estate investor, Jonathan's guest, Dave Foster, lays out the nitty-gritty details of why they should be. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Dave to discuss this important aspect of real estate investing: 1031 exchanges and why you could be leaving dollars on the table if you aren't taking adv...

Mindfulness is a valuable trait no matter where you apply it. In real estate, having awareness and empathy can make all the difference between getting a great deal or not getting it at all. This is the 100th episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, and Jonathan's friend and previous podcast guest, Alyssa Holbrook, takes over the microphone to interview Jonathan. Mindfulness has been de...

Becoming a landlord involves more than just buying properties. You also have to protect your assets, which means knowing the ins and outs of insurance. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Aaron Letzeiser, co-founder of Obie, a venture-backed insurance and risk management technology platform that primarily serves real estate investors in the U.S. Aar...

Physicians who invest in real estate are uncommon. Instead, they tend to invest in the stock market--a more passive form of investing. Today's guest took a different path, actively investing in real estate and pursuing financial freedom. On today's episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan digs into Dr. Lindsey Duguet's real estate investing journey. Lindsey is an ER physician,...

A good reputation in the real estate world is an indisputable advantage as an investor. It's imperative if you're focused on your local market. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, San Antonio investor Aaron Bihl sits down with Jonathan to discuss how building a reputation as a trustworthy buyer in the San Antonio market has helped keep his business on top. Aaron got his st...

For many new real estate investors, land is almost an afterthought. Instead, they focus on house flips, single-family residences, or even multifamily properties. However, for those who need a low barrier of entry to real estate investing, land could be the foundation for building your portfolio. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes guest Travis King to the...

Lending can be a complicated topic in real estate investing. If you're an investor who prefers multifamily properties, you may want to consider a lender specializing in these assets. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Maxwell Wu, founder of Fulcrum Lending and an expert in the multifamily property lending space. Maxwell's decade of varied experienc...

Getting caught up in the grind of running a business is easy. Real estate investing is no different--especially if you're a house flipper. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Tarl Yarber to talk about how he shifted his real estate investing mindset. Tarl has more than 600 home flips under his belt since he began investing in 2011. In 2018, he reali...

Strategy is crucial to becoming a successful real estate investor, especially if your goal is building generational wealth. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes guest Andrew Freed to the show. Andrew started his real estate investing career in earnest in 2020 with a house hack. He quickly learned which properties worked best for his situation, and began ta...

You've gathered all the investing information. You know what asset classes you want. You're ready to pounce on some property deals. But before you jump in, have you ensured you're legally protected? On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Scott Royal Smith, founder of Royal Legal Solutions in Austin, Texas. As an attorney, Scott knows how important it is to...

Wealth creation includes real estate more often than not. Knowing how to navigate taxes and understanding the asset classes available to you is an important component of wealth-building. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Frank Hanna, Jr., founder of Revolution Exchange. Revolution Exchange provides comprehensive analysis, tailored programs, and turnkey...

Main Street mixed-use real estate's popularity continues to rise. More and more young families and empty nesters are choosing to live near their growing downtown areas, making it a prime location for real estate investors. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes Katie Neason to talk about downtown revitalization in real estate development. Katie is based in B...

Former military members often struggle with what career to pursue when they exit military service. Many discover a path in real estate investing that can help them find stability and a new career. On today's episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with Buddy Rushing, co-founder of White Feather Investments, to talk about his mission to educate and empower military m...

Multifamily properties can be a fantastic way to find real estate wealth, but having a mentor or advisor to guide you is the secret sauce. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes multifamily and real estate investment specialist Barbara Isabel. Barbara is also an attorney who moved to Los Angeles, California, from Spain at 24 years old. Her father was in real...