The Evolution of a Passive Investor with Justin Colvin

In this episode, Justin Colvin, insurance entrepreneur and seasoned LP shares how he built a passive income portfolio across real estate, oil & gas, and private credit. 

From his first $15K investments to losing capital in a failed fund, Justin opens up about the hard lessons, red flags, and winning strategies he's learned along the way. 

If you're a passive investor looking to avoid bad deals and double down on what works in 2025, this episode is a must-listen.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Meet Justin
 01:21 – First Passive Deal (During COVID)
 01:50 – Why He Loves Oil & Gas
 03:35 – Real Estate: Pros & Cons
 04:56 – Senior Living & Private Credit
 08:07 – His Due Diligence Approach
 12:26 – Advice for New LPs
 14:24 – Ask Hard Questions
 14:28 – Trusting vs. Skeptical Investors
 15:01 – Sponsor Red Flags
 15:42 – Lessons From Losses
 17:27 – Overconfidence Kills
 18:08 – Bad Deals Happen
 22:09 – Private Credit = Steady Cash
 24:28 – The Coaching Problem
 26:01 – Final Thoughts + Connect

Follow Justin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincolvin/

 
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