Serial entrepreneur Daniel Apke shares his journey in the land investing business and the importance of finding the right partner. They discuss the traits of successful land flippers, the role of consistency in overcoming challenges, and the value of connecting with like-minded individuals. The podcast also explores their interests, book recommendations, and ways to engage with them on Instagram and their website.
The importance of finding the right business partner who complements your skills and strengths is crucial for success in the land investing industry.
Consistency and perseverance are key in overcoming initial challenges and hurdles in the land flipping model, leading to significant growth and success in the long run.
Deep dives
Partnership and the Realities of Running a Land Investing Business
In this podcast episode, Daniel Akey, one of the Akey brothers, shares what it's like to work with a partner and the realities of running a land investing business. He discusses how he and his brother decided to enter the land flipping model after having various businesses in the past. Daniel emphasizes the importance of trust and alignment in their partnership, as they complement each other's strengths and weaknesses. He also highlights the significance of consistency and perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving success in land investing.
The Hump of Starting in Land Investing
Daniel shares the initial challenges they faced when they started their land investing journey, including sending out thousands of mailers with little response. He acknowledges the presence of a hump that all land investors need to overcome before finding traction and getting deals. Daniel encourages aspiring land investors to stay committed and consistent, understanding that obstacles are part of the journey. Once they get over the hump, they can experience significant growth and success in the land industry.
Finding Freedom and Adding Value in Land Investing
Daniel discusses the vision of Land Investing Online, which is centered around creating freedom for land investors. He emphasizes the importance of adding value to properties and exploring different niches within land investing. While he advises beginners to focus on the core aspects of buying and selling land before diversifying, he believes that the future of land investing lies in value-added opportunities such as clearing land for building, subdividing, and other enhancements. Daniel highlights the vast potential and ever-evolving nature of the land flipping industry.
Lessons and Insights from Daniel's Entrepreneurial Journey
Daniel shares insights and lessons from his diverse entrepreneurial journey, including his experiences with dropshipping and e-commerce businesses. He emphasizes the importance of grit, consistency, and execution in achieving success. Daniel also mentions the significance of surrounding oneself with other entrepreneurs and like-minded individuals who have overcome similar challenges. He encourages aspiring land investors to learn from their peers and understand that setbacks and struggles are part of the entrepreneurial journey.
From drop shipping to a juicing company to writing romance novels, Daniel Apke has dabbled in a *wide* range of business over the years – but land has become his sweet spot.
Why?
Sustainability. Profits. Freedom.
But he didn’t go in alone.
A key factor in his success was finding the right partner: his brother Ron.
In this episode, Daniel takes us through the journey of how they run their company entirely remotely and how important it is to find a partner that complements your own skills.
Now, with their education program, they’re on a mission to deliver the same freedom they found through land investing to others.
IN THIS EPISODE LISTEN AND LEARN:
Which type of person tends to do best in land flipping
The most important trait to look for in a potential business partner
How consistency solves the majority of your issues as a land investor
Shownotes:
Start with Why - Simon Sinek
www.landinvestingonline.com
www.instagram.com/danielapke
daniel@landinvestingonline.com
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