

6 Rentals in 5 Years and Fast-Tracking Financial Freedom
12 snips Aug 18, 2025
Join Dean Pinhas, a dedicated real estate investor who swapped his wedding budget for a rental property, on his bold journey to financial freedom. Dean shares how small sacrifices have led to owning six rental properties in just five years, while strategically absorbing negative cash flow. He reveals the secrets to fast-tracking his investments, including a crucial cross-country move that boosted his income. Learn why chasing traditional milestones may not be the best path to wealth and how to embrace risks for long-term success.
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Wedding Fund Turned Into First House
- Dean and his wife used their wedding fund as a down payment and bought a house instead of having a big wedding.
- Their family reaction was mostly positive and often surprised they hadn’t done the same.
Build Skills And Use Your Network
- Do get a real estate license and build relevant skills while still employed to test interest and options.
- Use your network and family contacts to find income-boosting opportunities that enable investment.
Family History Shaped His View
- Dean grew up in a family that kept houses as rentals, but his father later warned him against being a landlord.
- That tension gave Dean both exposure to rental power and cautionary advice.