The REtipster Podcast | Land Investing & Real Estate Strategies

251: In this episode, I talk with Rod Khleif, an immigrant-turned-multifamily mogul who built a $50M net worth, lost it all, and came back stronger. We dive into the mindset behind success, the pitfalls of fast growth, the current real estate market, senior housing, and much more.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/251)Rod’s story is filled with raw honesty, powerful life lessons, and specific advice on how to thrive in real estate (even if you’re starting from zero).📌 Want to hear what a $50M loss sounds like? You’re about to find out. 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRMBuilt for Land Investors! Organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Portal: The Data Edge Every Land Investor NeedsGet the Data You Need to Find Deals & Make Smarter Land Buys 🙋🏻‍♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business ...

Dave Denniston, a land investor and organizer of the Land UnConference, teams up with fellow experts Justin Piche, Mike Balcom, Neil Clements, and Ron Apke. They dive into what's working in land investing today—from effective marketing strategies like PPC and targeted mail to operational shifts that enhance competitiveness. The guests also discuss the pitfalls of manual scrubbing and broad mailing, emphasizing AI tools that streamline processes. Lastly, they provide new investors with advice on mastering essential channels and avoiding common mistakes.

249: In this episode, I’m talking with intuitive money coach Danielle McKinley about money stories, contentment, and the infinite banking concept (IBC), a strategy I’ve personally used for the past five years.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/249)We dig into why her nine-figure software exit felt strangely empty, how childhood money trauma shaped her drive for safety, and how she created a “contentment filter” to build wealth that actually supports the life you want… instead of chasing numbers that don’t make you any happier.Then we take an honest, non-pitch look at infinite banking:What it is (in plain English),How real estate and land investors can use it,How it really compares to 401(k) loans,Why banks quietly use the same strategy, andHow to avoid getting sold the wrong life insurance policy with huge commissions.If you’ve heard about using whole life insurance as your “personal bank” for deals, but you’re confused or skeptical, this conversation will clear up a lot. 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRMBuilt for Land Investors! Organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Portal: The Data Edge Every Land Investor NeedsGet the Data You Need to Find Deals & Make Smarter Land Buys 🙋🏻‍♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business ...

248: In this episode, I’m talking again with civil engineer and land investor Mitch Klein about a major issue land investors often overlook: water access.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/248)We cover everything from private wells, rural water districts, and municipal systems to the shocking realities of contamination, costs, and whether your property can even get drinking water.Whether you're subdividing a large parcel or building on a small rural lot, this critical info is an episode you don't want to miss. 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRMBuilt for Land Investors! Organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Portal: The Data Edge Every Land Investor NeedsGet the Data You Need to Find Deals & Make Smarter Land Buys 🙋🏻‍♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business ...

Join Brent Bowers, a savvy real estate investor and entrepreneur, as he reveals the secrets behind mobile home plus land packages that yield impressive returns. He shares his journey from land flipping to becoming a licensed mobile home dealer, explaining how to secure better pricing and why mobile homes are a powerful affordable housing option. Brent also dives into his experience with light industrial rentals, funding strategies using private lenders, and the importance of location and market demand in real estate investments.

Join civil and environmental engineer Mitch Klein as he dives into septic and sewer systems—crucial yet often overlooked aspects of land investing. Mitch shares key insights on perc tests, soil types, and the importance of septic system viability. Learn about jurisdictional traps, wastewater treatment processes, and the costs of different systems. He reveals how setbacks protect drinking water and discusses best practices for researching local regulations. This conversation is essential for anyone looking to build on raw land!

245: In this episode, Neil Clements and I dive into what’s really happening in the land investing market right now. We’re seeing big shifts, land investors are quitting, wholesalers are down 90%, and many are asking, "Is this business still worth it?"(Show Notes: REtipster.com/245)We talk through:What’s changed in the last few monthsWhy land deals are harder to come byHow elite investors are adapting and still thrivingLessons from our private mastermind in WyomingWhether or not we’re already in a recessionThe action steps you must take to protect your business nowWhether you’re feeling stuck, unsure, or ready to level up, this one’s for you. 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRMBuilt for Land Investors! Organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Portal: The Data Edge Every Land Investor NeedsGet the Data You Need to Find Deals & Make Smarter Land Buys 🙋🏻‍♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business ...

244: In this episode, I sat down in person with Alex Reese from Acrewell, a rising star in the land investing world and an absolute YouTube powerhouse. We talk through his journey from eating peanuts in a CVS to flipping hundreds of land deals, building a media brand, and creating a deep educational product for land buyers.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/244)Alex shares the highs, the lows, and the big mindset shifts that got him out of debt and into building real wealth. He also drops a ton of wisdom on soil issues, due diligence, price-per-acre myths, seller psychology, and how YouTube changed the game for him.If you're into land investing, building a brand, or just want to hear some crazy land deal stories, you’ll get a ton from this one! 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRMBuilt for Land Investors! Organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Portal: The Data Edge Every Land Investor NeedsGet the Data You Need to Find Deals & Make Smarter Land Buys 🙋🏻‍♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business ...

243: In this episode, I sat down with Quynh and Tri Vu, a married couple who walked away from their six-figure careers, an IT engineer and a pharmacist, to go all-in on land investing.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/243)Their story is packed with insight. We cover how land deals paid more than Quinn's doctorate, how they left behind high-stress jobs for more time freedom, and how they quietly raised capital without even asking for it.You’ll also learn how their “zero down” strategy led to 50 buyer defaults in one quarter, and why they still consider defaults a win. Plus, Tri shares the dopamine automation he built for their team that keeps everyone motivated with real-time updates.We also explore whether you can actually run a successful land business with your spouse (without losing your mind).Whether you're new to land or trying to scale, this one is a masterclass in systems, mindset, and people-first investing. 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRMBuilt for Land Investors! Organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Portal: The Data Edge Every Land Investor NeedsGet the Data You Need to Find Deals & Make Smarter Land Buys 🙋🏻‍♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business ...

242: In this episode, I reconnected with Luis Melo, a high-volume land investor who blew my mind with what he's done since our last conversation in 2021. He's flipped land using double closings, assignments, and seller financing, without risking much of his own money.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/242)What's even more impressive is how he turned an 800-acre deal into 471 subdivided lots, built a team of 10 VAs, scaled into $12M+ deals, and why he's still using cold texting as his #1 acquisition channel.If you're a land investor (or want to become one), this episode is a must-listen. 📊 Manage Land Deals Like a Pro with Stride CRMBuilt for Land Investors! Organize leads, track deals, and close faster 🔎 Land Portal: The Data Edge Every Land Investor NeedsGet the Data You Need to Find Deals & Make Smarter Land Buys 🙋🏻‍♂️ Get the REtipster Newsletter (It's FREE)!Stay updated with top real estate investing insights and strategies 🚀 Land Investor’s Action Plan (Free 5-Day Course!)Solve the 5 mistakes that keep investors stuck ⚠️ Land Buyer’s Survival Guide (Free 5-Day Course!)Avoid the 21 most deadly land-buying blunders 👉 10X Your Income from Land InvestingLearn how to start and supercharge your land investing business ...