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Capital Hacking

E384: The "We Buy Houses" Franchise Business Explained & a Powerful DEAL DEEP DIVE with Igor Avratiner

Feb 27, 2025
29:49

In this episode of Capital Hacking, hosts Josh McCallan and John Edwin interview Igor Avratiner, a successful real estate investor and business owner. Igor shares his journey from emigrating from Russia to building a lucrative career in real estate. He discusses creative financing techniques, including how he successfully navigated complex property acquisitions and dealt with challenging situations like unpaid mortgages and judgments. Igor also explains his business model, his role as a licensee for WeBuyHouses.com, and offers insights on how passive investors can participate in his projects. This episode is filled with valuable lessons on resourcefulness, pivoting, and building a sustainable business in the real estate industry.

Ultimate Show Notes:

00:51 Meet Igor Avratiner: A Real Estate Powerhouse

02:29 Igor's Early Life and Career Beginnings

05:02 From Telemarketing to Real Estate

06:44 Navigating the 2008 Financial Crisis

08:36 The WeBuyHouses Venture

12:53 Case Study: Overcoming Real Estate Challenges

15:48 Seller Contacts and Initial Thoughts

16:05 Understanding the Financial Math

16:45 Title Insurance and Deed Process

18:04 Handling Existing Mortgages

21:43 Dealing with Squatters and Tenants

23:12 Judgment and Legal Issues

25:24 Passive Investment Opportunities

28:25 Building a Sustainable Business

Connect with Igor on Socials:

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Website
We Buy Houses Philadelphia - Any House Any Condition


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