The Art of Passive Income From Zero to Land Investor: The Beginner's Roadmap to Getting Your First Sale
Jul 30, 2025
Join land investing experts John Burnett, Mike Zano, and Scott Bossman as they unveil secrets to starting in land investing with as little as $500. They share beginner-friendly strategies that require no credit or contractors, emphasizing a 30-to-60 day plan for securing your first deal. Explore the concept of land arbitrage and discover how to build momentum even with limited time. The trio also discusses navigating investment communities, engaging marketing strategies, and the power of consistent action to boost your confidence. Dive into actionable insights for budding investors!
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Begin With Small Deals And Focused Hours
- Start land investing with 5–10 focused hours per week to build momentum without burning out.
- Buy lower-priced parcels ($500–$5,000) to build the business machine before chasing big deals.
Budget For Mailings And Momentum
- Allocate capital across mailings and acquisitions; $5,000 is a sensible starting training budget but you can start smaller.
- Use mailers and consistent action to generate deals and momentum even if you begin with debt.
How Land Arbitrage Creates Immediate Spread
- Land arbitrage (land arb) lets you control property cheaply via owner financing and re-sell it on terms for large spreads.
- That structure magnifies returns because you collect the spread while making the seller payments.