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Mar 12, 2025 • 34min

The #1 Secret to Selling Land FAST (Most Investors Overlook This!)

Watch Eric’s first interview! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y72-o7Q2QvUWant to sell land 3 to 5 times faster and for more money? In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by land notes expert and seller financing expert Eric Scharaga, who has been in the game since 2017. Back for an update, Eric dives deep into seller financing—how it works, why it’s a game-changer, and how you can leverage it to create passive income while expanding your buyer pool.They break down key strategies for structuring deals, including down payments, terms, interest rates, and what questions to ask. If you're looking to sell your note for cash, Eric shares actionable steps to make it happen so you can reinvest in new deals. Plus, they cover market trends, default scenarios, and the future of land investing. Whether you're new to seller financing or looking to scale your business, this episode is packed with expert insights you can’t afford to miss!Listen now and learn how to maximize your land flipping returns!================================ ➡️ Click Here to Get Daniel Apke's New Book (One Lot At A Time)================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:35 What is Seller Financing?3:16 Selling Notes5:30 Offer Breakdown10:35 What Market Is This For?12:34 Analyzing the Land14:19 Business Structure17:00 Deal Funding22:29 Compliance25:10 Deal Analysis28:30 Future of Land Investing
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Mar 7, 2025 • 42min

No Houses, No Tenants—Just $160K in Profit. Here’s Their Strategy

In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by Morgan and Sage, a dynamic duo who transitioned from the holistic health industry into land investing—and they’re crushing it. Sage, a former gym owner, realized that instead of waiting forever to get paid, land investing allowed him to put money into marketing and quickly see returns. After exploring real estate wholesaling, they discovered land’s higher margins, lower competition, and faster profits. Their journey started with an infill lot and quickly escalated to a 12-lot mobile home park deal that netted them $32,000.Morgan and Sage break down their strategy, including how they leverage texting for marketing, close deals remotely, and work as a team to scale their business. With 10 deals closed, $160K in profit, and big goals for 2025—including breaking $300K and tackling six-figure deals—they share invaluable insights for aspiring land investors. They dive into their long-term vision, plans to systemize with AI, and why land is the perfect vehicle for financial freedom. If you're on the fence about land investing, their story will give you the motivation to take action!================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/================================TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:29 Sage & Morgan Background4:12 Why Land Made Sense7:19 Marketing Strategies11:53 Handling Seller Calls16:38 Land Flipping Mindset19:55 Lead Generation Strategies22:47 Comparing Business Models26:40 Targeting High-Ticket Deals28:22 Advice for New Land Investors30:32 Overcoming Hurdles33:00 Pitching Strategies36:05 2025 Profit Goals⁠
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Mar 5, 2025 • 31min

He Thought Land Investing Was Crazy…Until He Made $95K on One Deal!

Logan Perlacke, a sales manager and MBA student, shares his surprising journey into land investing. Initially doubtful, he was inspired by a friend's massive success and decided to dive in. Logan reveals how his first mailer brought in multiple deals, including a staggering $95K profit from a subdivide. He breaks down his effective marketing strategies and highlights his ambitious goal of $500K in profit for 2025. With valuable insights on mindset and growth, Logan's story is a testament to the potential of land investing.
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Feb 28, 2025 • 25min

The Biggest Land Investing Trends in 2025 (Don’t Get Left Behind!)

The land investing landscape is rapidly evolving, with innovative marketing techniques like personalized direct mail and multi-channel outreach gaining traction. Subdividing land is emerging as a lucrative niche for investors seeking higher returns. Double closings are becoming increasingly popular, comprising half of all transactions, while creative financing options like hard money loans are replacing traditional methods. These trends highlight the importance of adapting strategies to maximize profits and seize new opportunities in the market.
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Feb 25, 2025 • 13min

The 7-Step Blueprint to Your First $20K Land Flip! (It's Easier Than You Think)

Getting your first land flipping deal is the biggest hurdle for new investors—but once you break through, scaling becomes much easier. In this episode, Ron Apke walks you through the 7 key steps to closing your first deal, from choosing the right market to negotiating with sellers, securing funding, and ultimately flipping the property for a profit. With 3,000+ counties in the U.S., where do you start? Ron breaks down how to pull the best property data, market to sellers, and negotiate deals under market value so you can maximize profits. He also shares insights on why some land doesn’t sell and how to avoid common mistakes.If you’re serious about land investing but don’t know where to start, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to making that first $20,000+ deal happen.================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:28 Topic Breakdown1:57 Step 13:58 Step 25:36 Step 37:34 Step 48:10 Step 59:57 Step 611:21 Step 711:35 Final Thoughts
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Feb 21, 2025 • 38min

He Left Wall Street & Made $200K Flipping Land… Here’s How!

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke sit down with Philip, a Land Investing Online student who transitioned from Wall Street finance to real estate—and ultimately found his way into land flipping.After dabbling in rental properties, Philip wanted a less competitive and more scalable business. He discovered land investing, started sending mail in August 2023, and quickly scaled from small infill lots to six-figure subdivide deals.Philip shares his biggest lessons, including how a failed $450K land deal fueled his drive to scale. Since ramping up marketing with mailers, texting, and survey hacking, he’s closed 11 deals, projected to bring in over $200K in profit. He even struck a creative deal on a 200-acre property with mineral rights, proving how thinking outside the box can unlock massive opportunities. If you’re serious about scaling your land business, this episode is packed with insights on funding, marketing, and closing high-ticket land deals. Don’t miss it!================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:37 Philip's Background4:01 Getting into Land Investing6:30 Subdivide Deal Story10:07 Lessons Learned13:46 Marketing Changes18:03 Targeting Strategies20:39 Minerals Rights Deal24:29 Projected Profit29:03 Learning How to Sell31:14 Thoughts on the Business Model34:25 Advice for New Land Investors35:47 Traits of Successful People
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Feb 18, 2025 • 23min

We Found a Convicted Pedophile Secretly Living on Our Land —Insane Story!

Land investing isn’t always easy—sometimes, it’s a total nightmare. In this episode, we share three of our craziest deals, from a property covered in trash to land with a shocking hidden issue and even a convicted pedophile situation that turned into a lengthy legal battle. Each deal came with unexpected challenges, but in the end, they all made us money and taught us valuable lessons about due diligence, negotiation, and problem-solving.These stories prove that even the worst land deals can turn into big wins if you know how to handle them. From unexpected county involvement to buyers backing out and legal headaches, we break down the wild twists and turns of these deals and what we learned along the way. Tune in to hear the full stories—you won’t believe what happened!================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸:https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/Dan's Instagram 📸:https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:30 Topic Breakdown1:53 First Property We Ever Bought3:25 Conversation with the Seller4:29 Selling the Property5:42 10 Acre Parcels in Georgia7:15 Conflicts with the County11:30 Selling the Properties12:50 5 Acre Property in Missouri13:46 Red Flags14:29 An Unexpected Discovery16:22 Eviction Process & Verdict18:51 Lessons Learned & Money Made20:38 Final Thoughts
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Feb 14, 2025 • 21min

The Truth About Finding the Best Land Deals – What Actually Works?

Should you generate your own land investing leads or outsource the process? In this episode, Daniel & Ron Apke break down the pros and cons of DIY lead generation versus hiring VAs or companies to cold call, text, and mail for you. They also introduce the hybrid approach—a popular strategy where investors handle some aspects themselves while leveraging VAs for efficiency.Outsourcing too soon can be a mistake—you need to master the process first. Dan & Ron share expert tips to avoid common pitfalls and maximize your deal flow. Plus, hear how Nick U.’s in-house mailing strategy landed him 4 deals from fewer than 1,000 mailers! If you’re serious about scaling your land business the right way, this episode is a must-watch.================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:36 Topic Breakdown2:02 What it Means to Outsource4:13 In-House Approach8:30 Hybrid Approach10:18 Pros & Cons to Outsourcing16:40 Pros & Cons of In-House Approach
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Feb 11, 2025 • 16min

The Ultimate Land Flipping Blueprint for 2025 (Make Money with Vacant Land!)

Curious about land flipping but don’t know where to start? In this episode, Daniel & Ron Apke break down how to flip land in 2025, from acquisition to resale. They explain what land flipping is, why it’s growing in popularity, and how it compares to house flipping and wholesaling.You'll learn why landowners sell below market value, how to find deals using direct mail, texting, and cold calling, and financing strategies that don’t require banks. Then, they walk through the entire process—from acquiring undervalued land to selling it fast for maximum profit. If you’re new to real estate or looking for a low-barrier way to start investing, this episode is your step-by-step guide to flipping land in 2025!================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠================================SOCIALRon's Instagram📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 Intro0:35 Topic1:06 What is Land Flipping?1:58 Why Land Flipping?5:46 How to Market to Land Owners8:21 How to Acquire Land10:13 Why Land Owners Sell Their Land12:30 Land Flipping Funding13:35 Disposition14:39 Final Thoughts
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Feb 7, 2025 • 23min

Why Wholesalers Are Ditching Houses for Land (And You Should Too!)

Discover why many wholesalers are shifting their focus from houses to land flipping. Learn about the significant advantages of land investing, like higher ROI and quicker profits. The hosts reveal how the skills honed in wholesaling make former house investors primed for success in the land market. They delve into the mindset changes necessary for this transition and discuss how land flipping can lead to multiple income streams and greater freedom. Get inspired to redefine your real estate strategy and unlock new opportunities!

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