Dirty Deeds How to Quit Your Job and Make Six Figures in Real Estate
Sep 28, 2025
Ben shares his remarkable transformation from a restaurant worker to a six-figure real estate investor, emphasizing resilience and emotional intelligence. He reveals how COVID spurred a lifestyle change, including losing 100 pounds. His passion for tackling messy real estate deals helps homeowners and uncovers hidden opportunities. With insights on building trust during phone conversations and navigating tax auctions, Ben's journey showcases the power of self-belief and adaptability in the world of real estate.
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From Roughneck Camps To Fine Dining
- Ben moved from cooking in oilfield camps to high-end restaurants before COVID changed his path.
- That restaurant background later contrasted with his real estate success and work ethic.
100-Pound Transformation During COVID
- During COVID Ben lost 100 pounds in 10 months by changing his diet and later added weight training and jiu-jitsu.
- That transformation improved his confidence and discipline during his career pivot.
Opportunity In Messy Title Deals
- Messy title and tax-auction properties present repeatable arbitrage because most investors avoid them.
- Ben finds the challenge rewarding and prefers helping owners over deceptive wholesaling tactics.