Twenty-eight rental units before turning twenty-eight years old? That takes some SERIOUS drive. But after talking to Jake Radawick, the whole story makes much more sense. Within three years, Jake built a rental property portfolio that brings in over $200,000 a year in rent and provides Jakes with a full-time salary’s worth of passive income. But Jake wouldn’t have done any of it if it weren’t for his family—specifically his brother.

Jake’s older brother has been his “why” for as long as he can remember. He broke through barriers and was able to achieve what most thought impossible of someone with autism. This gave Jake the confidence to go after goals that others told him weren’t achievable. And now, after three years, a lot of work, and some serious goals, Jake has a real estate portfolio that would have taken most investors decades to build. But it didn’t come without its struggles.

From financing blunders to pipes bursting and flooded basements, this episode will open you up to the realities of building a sizable rental portfolio. But, if you’re willing to take risks like Jake, pivot when possible, and build a team of investing experts, you too could replace your W2 income with real estate profits in just a few years!

In This Episode We Cover:

How to build a sizable real estate portfolio in three years or less

Knowing your “why” behind investing and why you NEED one to be successful

How to save up for a down payment and why side jobs are a MUST when building wealth

Live-in BRRRRs and capitalizing on equity to build your portfolio even faster

Investing out of state and why balancing cash flow with appreciation is a must

The “snowball” method that Jake used to buy properties faster than most investors

What to do when no one will finance your loan and why you should always have a great relationship with your banker

And So Much More!

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Book Mentioned in the Show:

Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat by David Greene

Investing in Real Estate with No (and Low) Money Down by Brandon Turner

SCALE by David Greene

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