In this inspiring episode, Ron Apke sits down with Brett and Lauren Schreiber, land flippers turned visionaries, to share their remarkable journey from traditional real estate to building a brighter future for their community.

After finding their start in land investing through the Action Academy and Land Investing Online, Brett and Lauren have scaled their business, transitioning from Airbnb and rental properties to ambitious land projects and non-profit work.

With a $500,000 projection for 2025 and plans for large-scale development deals, they reveal how switching from mail to texting and hiring a VA transformed their business operations.

The highlight of the episode is their groundbreaking non-profit, Heidi’s House of Hope. On 46 acres in East Tennessee, Brett and Lauren are creating a 184-unit micro-community of 500–900 square-foot permanent homes, designed to provide affordable housing and a true sense of belonging.

From navigating rezoning challenges to securing 65 eager residents on the waitlist, they discuss the risks, mindset shifts, and entrepreneurial support that brought their vision to life.

If you’re a land investor or dreamer with big ideas, this episode is packed with valuable insights, actionable advice, and a heartfelt mission to inspire you.

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TIME STAMPS

0:00 Intro

0:37 Getting Started in Land Investing

3:47 Goals & Lessons Learned in 2024

6:48 Transition from Mail to Texting

12:41 Profit Projection for 2025

14:02 VA's Hiring Process

18:43 Tackling Bigger Deals

20:43 Heidi's House of Hope Story

27:52 Handling Rezoning & Regulations

32:37 Taking Risks

34:53 The Importance of Support

41:04 Breaking Ground in 2025

44:07 Micro-Community Support

45:56 Non-Profit Loans & Grants

46:54 Mindset Shift

54:29 Financial Support for Homeowners

55:52 Micro-Communities 5-10 Year Goals

57:42 Advice for New Land Investors

59:43 Advice for Visionaries

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