The BetterLife Podcast Pivoting from Pharma to Real Estate Investing | Chase Ingram (Ep 166)
Aug 26, 2025
Chase Ingram, a CrossFit Games athlete and real estate investor, shares his inspiring transition from the pharmaceutical sector to real estate. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges of property management, and the unexpected surprises of investing. Chase emphasizes balancing wealth with generosity and the significance of a flexible business model in real estate. His personal stories showcase the impact of networking and highlight how discipline in fitness contributes to success in both life and investment strategies.
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Fast Exit Uses Active Real-Estate Income
- To speed quitting your job, add an active real-estate income stream like flipping, wholesaling, or being a realtor.
- Use active deals to generate meaningful cash faster than relying only on slow rental compounding.
Paper Cashflow Often Omits Real Costs
- Paper cashflow often omits repairs, vacancies, evictions, and capital projects like roofs and ACs.
- True cashflow must factor in long-term maintenance averages, not just mortgage and taxes.
First Deal Bought On MLS With An Agent Friend
- Chase bought his first rental on MLS with an agent friend who also invested locally.
- That first small win built momentum and kept the same tenant for five-plus years.
