
Agent2Investor Podcast From New Agent to 28 Rentals: Chris Thompson’s 19-Year Journey
n this episode, Chris Thompson shares his 19-year journey from new agent to owning 28 rental properties.
We talk through his first deals, how he survived the 2008 market, what makes a true investor-friendly agent, and the creative finance strategies he uses today.
If you’re an agent looking to build long-term wealth, this one hits home.
00:00 Intro
04:44 Lessons Learned from His Dad
10:38 First Deal on the Courthouse Steps
15:07 Living Through the 2008 Crash
21:50 Scaling from Agent to Investor
29:01 Creative Finance & Subject-To
35:03 What Makes an Investor-Friendly Agent
36:55 Understanding the Buy Box
37:28 Working With Seasoned Investors
38:29 When Creative Deals Actually Make Sense
40:14 Relationships Over Transactions
41:34 How Chris Educates Sellers
44:59 Property Management Essentials
47:17 How to Vet a Property Manager
53:57 Balancing Business & Family
55:28 Advice for New Investors
59:11 Why Community Matters
01:05:18 Chris’s Coaching & Contact Info
