Millionaire University How Buying Single Family Homes in Elite School Districts Built a Thriving Real Estate Business | Sean O'Dowd (MU Classic)
#626 What if the key to real estate success isn’t just the property — but your tenant? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Sean O'Dowd, founder of Scholastic Capital, a real estate firm specializing in buying homes in top-tier school districts and renting them to families with high school-age kids. Sean shares his fascinating journey from growing up in Chicago and moving 22 times, to discovering the untapped potential in real estate investing within high-demand school districts. He breaks down how he and his wife built their first portfolio, why they pivoted to a private equity fund model, and how they leverage data to streamline operations and secure top-tier tenants. If you're curious about niche real estate investing, finding high-quality tenants, or building a scalable business model, this episode is packed with actionable insights!
(Original Air Date - 3/19/25)
What we discuss with Sean:
+ Choosing tenants by property type
+ Investing in top school districts
+ From consultant to real estate investor
+ Why they shifted to a fund model
+ Leveraging data for better operations
+ Setting tenant-friendly lease terms
+ Scaling from 1 house to 21+
+ Finding and working with investors
+ Why niche investing creates an edge
+ Future growth plans and market strategy
Thank you, Sean!
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