Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing

For real estate investors interested in syndication, having a strong brand presence online can make all the difference between being an unknown entity or a trusted opportunity. In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Dr. Adam Gower. Adam is the founder of GowerCrowd, which specializes in crowdsourcing for real estate syndications. Additionally, Adam is an a...

Real estate investment often flies under the radar in favor of other investment vehicles. But exposing new investors to the possibilities that come with real estate investing can cause them to jump in, and it can be hard to stop them. In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews general dentist and real estate investor Alexandra Burnham. Alexandra has only been...

New real estate investors often believe the only way to attain the money they need for deals is to borrow from banks. But what if we told you that banks aren't the only way to borrow money for deals? On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes guest Jay Conner to unravel the ins and outs of private lending. An investor since 2003, a bank cut Jay off during a fina...

One area of real estate investing often overlooked is mobile homes. Despite the stigma they've experienced in the past, that is changing--and making buying a home more affordable for many people. In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Franco Perez, owner and founder of Franco Mobile Homes. Franco is a YouTuber, manufactured home developer and is in the bus...

When we think of real estate, the image that likely comes to mind is of pristine new properties with all the bells and whistles. But what if the real magic lies in the seasoned and well-loved properties? On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, join Jonathan as he takes a fascinating tour of real estate investing with Chad Zdenek, a seasoned professional engineer, licensed gene...

Imagine stepping into an exciting world of real estate investing, guided by the lessons learned from seasoned entrepreneur, and former mayor, Perry Keenan. Now, picture navigating this vibrant landscape using insights gained from unique experiences, from flipping houses to dealing with tricky tenants and managing a mobile home park. Sounds intriguing, doesn't it? Join Jonathan on a fascinating jou...

Get ready for a thrilling exchange with real estate investment virtuoso Ashley Kehr, the co-host of Bigger Pockets' Real Estate Rookie and author of Real Estate Rookie, 90 Days to your First Investment. Having jumped into the real estate world with no prior experience and coming out at the other end with more than 30 units to her name, Ashley is an inspiration for rookies and seasoned investors al...

When Jonathan first met Austin LeFevre, a retired military intelligence officer turned real estate mogul and co-founder of Warrior Ethos Life, Austin's story resonated deeply with him. Austin's unique approach to real estate investment, founded on lessons from his past experiences and military training, is a testament to the power of a strong mindset. He dove headfirst into his first property inve...

What if we told you real estate investing wasn't just for big-time players with deep pockets? In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan brings you Cameron Barsanti's journey from the unpredictable world of entertainment to the solid ground of real estate investing. Despite starting out with little to no money, Cameron and his wife discovered the potential of leveraging...

Prepare to step into the world of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as Jonathan sits down with one of the industry's brightest minds, Derek Sherrell. Fondly known as "that ADU guy," Derek's journey is anything but ordinary. Derek's story is captivating, from his undying passion for building treehouses in his early days to becoming one of the youngest licensed contractors in Oregon. Listen as he shar...

Ready to unlock the secrets of real estate investing and house hacking? In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with trailblazer Craig Curelop, the founder of The FI Team and author of the acclaimed House Hacking Strategy book for Bigger Pockets. Craig shares his journey from his very first investment property, a duplex near the Bigger Pockets office, to bec...

What if you could journey from your first house hack to owning a real estate empire? Brace yourselves for an eye-opening conversation as Jonathan interviews Matt Faircloth, the founder and CEO of DeRosa Group and the author of the Amazon bestseller Raising Private Capital.  In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Matt unravels his audacious journey to real estate investing, wh...

What if you could transform your life through real estate investing while still maintaining your day job? That's exactly what Tim Lyons, Jonathan's guest this week--co-founder and managing partner of Cityside Capital--accomplished. In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Tim shares his journey from burnt-out W-2 worker with an 18-year tenure as an NYC firefighter to successful...

Ever dreamt of escaping the daily grind and owning your own town? Well, that's exactly what real estate investor Jon Jasniak did! In his conversation with Jonathan, Jon shares his journey from having no interest in real estate to purchasing over 700 pieces of land and even owning an unincorporated town in Texas. In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan and Jon dive dee...

What happens when a corporate engineer at Boeing unexpectedly dives into the world of real estate investing? Mike DeHaan joins Jonathan on this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing to share his incredible journey, revealing how a sudden rent increase and a chance encounter with an investor-friendly realtor sparked his interest in the industry. They discuss the importance of building...

Have you ever wondered what 27 years of real estate experience and a five-generation family history can teach you about the world of property investing? This week, Jonathan chats with Shannon Robnett, a seasoned real estate professional who has been involved in over $350 million worth of construction projects throughout his career. They discuss the transition from residential to commercial real es...

Many new real estate investors are first introduced to investing when they learn about house hacking. They view it as a clever way to pay their mortgage while saving for their next home. For others, it introduces them to the world of real estate investing. Once you've been introduced to real estate investing, you begin to learn all the methods available to you quickly. It can include mixed-use pro...

The path to building real estate wealth is often a winding one. Most real estate investors don't grow up knowing that they want to own or invest in it. In fact, it's more usual that they stumble upon the idea before diving into it as a career. Finding a location where you can thrive as an investor is essential to creating the career you want. That might be your hometown, or it could be an entirely...

When you think of real estate investing, you probably envision houses, retail space, or maybe industrial buildings. But one of the easiest ways to get started in the business is to invest in land. Land can offer a lower barrier of entry for new investors because the costs are usually much lower, making investing more accessible to younger investors as well. Land also usually comes with less emotio...

Real estate investors often jump into it as a way to diversify their investment portfolio and create some passive income streams. For some investors, the investing bug hits, and they discover they love it. The more you invest in real estate, the more you discover the parts you like--and the parts you don't. That's when you can begin to niche your assets. And the more you niche your career, the mor...

When it comes to real estate and taxes, many investors just don't know what they're doing. That lack of education and understanding could cost them a lot of money. There are multiple reasons someone might have yet to learn about how taxes affect their bottom line, and sometimes, it just comes down to them not being ready. But if you are prepared to learn, knowing some simple tax rules as they appl...

When you think of real estate investing, you probably envision rental houses, multi-family units, or commercial properties. But just like other kinds of investing, real estate investing has layers. Knowing about and understanding these other investment vehicles can diversify and amplify your investing career. Mortgage note investing is an alternative investment inside real estate investing, and it...

Successful investors often take an interest in investing at an early age. One of the great gifts of youth is the self-confidence to try new things without knowing all the things that can go wrong. Without that information, you can make decisions at 20 that can completely change the trajectory of your life that you wouldn't have made at 40. House hacking may be a new term, but the concept isn't. It...

Taking action is the single surefire way to get started in any profession. It is especially true in the real estate world because, with all the available information, it's easy to get stuck in too much analysis or research. This theme comes up over and over again on the podcast. Some investors know you just have to jump in and learn some lessons the hard way. Learning by doing can teach some hard...

In a world with boundless amounts of information on a topic, it's easy to become distracted. Real estate investing is a topic where many potential investors develop analysis paralysis. They spend so much time gathering information on how to do it that they never leap into action.  Deciding to act on an investment is the first step to creating a successful real estate investing career. While some f...