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How to Buy 100+ Units As A Real Estate Investor (Simple Strategy) | Ep 111 w/ Grant Francke

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Jan 7, 2025

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Grant Francke

Grant Francke, a real estate investor, shares his inspiring journey from train conductor to owning over 100 rental units. He discusses practical strategies for property acquisition and the importance of cash flow management. Francke emphasizes decisiveness and commitment over hesitation in investing and highlights the value of building strong relationships in real estate. He also touches on the impact of parenthood on his career choices, illustrating the balance between professional success and personal life. His insights provide a fresh perspective on thriving in real estate.

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ADVICE

Slow and Steady Growth

Grant Francke grew his portfolio from 0 to 104 units in eight years by focusing on slow, steady growth and solid principles.
He prioritized cash flow and relatable strategies, inspiring listeners to believe that they too can achieve similar success.

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ADVICE

Importance of Taking Action

Take action and get your first deal done, even if it's not perfect.
Learning by doing is more valuable than overthinking and delaying, especially in the beginning.

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INSIGHT

Decisiveness Over Specific Decisions

Decisiveness is key in real estate investing.
Pick a strategy and stick with it to avoid getting lost in the numerous options.

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From Train Conductor to Real Estate Investor: A Journey of Growth

01:35 • 5min

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From Trains to Real Estate: A Journey of Transition and Learning

06:54 • 5min

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Evolving Investment Strategies and the Importance of Decisiveness

11:40 • 3min

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Commitment Over Hesitation

14:10 • 11min

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Navigating Rental Property Management and Lead Generation

25:21 • 4min

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Strategic Real Estate Financing

28:54 • 7min

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Streamlining Property Management with Virtual Assistance and Automation

36:19 • 4min

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Renovation Strategies and Real Estate Relationships

40:33 • 17min

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Navigating Real Estate Challenges and Achievements

57:46 • 4min

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Impact of Parenthood and Personal Growth

01:02:11 • 4min

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Reflections on Influence and New Beginnings

01:06:41 • 2min

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Engaging with Community and Resources in Real Estate Investing

01:08:31 • 2min

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The Book on Managing Rental Properties

Heather Turner

Brandon Turner

Rich Dad Poor Dad

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Robert Kiyosaki

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Traction

Get a Grip on Your Business

Gino Wickman

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📖 BOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
• The Book on Managing Rental Properties by Brandon Turner & Heather Turner
• Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
• Traction by Gino Wickman

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🎥 DESCRIPTION

In this episode, Cam Cathcart and I sit down with Grant Francke to dive deep into his incredible journey from working on the railroad to building a thriving real estate portfolio of over 100 rental units. Grant shares his no-fluff, practical strategies for finding off-market deals, managing properties efficiently, and achieving financial freedom—all while keeping family at the center of his life.

Here’s What You’ll Learn:

How Grant went from a railroad job to full-time real estate investor
Why focusing on smaller markets can give you a massive edge
Grant’s step-by-step playbook for finding and closing off-market deals
The power of building genuine relationships with sellers
How hiring a virtual assistant transformed his property management game
Why creating systems is key to scaling a real estate portfolio
And so much more!

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