The Real Estate Investing Podcast

🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================In this episode, the Apke Brothers break down the exact blueprint to building a 7-figure land flipping business. They cover what separates top earners from the rest, starting with mindset, scaling marketing volume through mail, cold calls, or texts, and hiring the right team. You'll learn how much outreach is needed to hit $1M+ per year and which roles to outsource first so you can focus on closing deals. If you're serious about scaling your land business, this episode is your roadmap.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠⁠================================TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro01:17 – The $1M/year plan02:35 – Mindset shift04:02 – Marketing volume vs targeting06:44 – How much marketing is needed08:54 – Texting vs direct mail10:40 – Marketing = advertising11:45 – Building your team13:33 – Who to hire first16:20 – Assistant vs acquisition rep18:32 – Keep ops simple20:24 – Sales is everything21:47 – Big deals = big leaps23:01 – Funding at 7–8 figures23:20 – Wrap up

Thinking about flipping land but not sure where to start? In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke break down the Top 5 Best States to Do Your First Land Flip in 2025. Based on years of experience and thousands of land deals, they reveal which states offer the highest chance of success for beginners, without the headaches of non-disclosure laws, oil rights, or slow-moving counties. 👉 Perfect for: beginner land flippers, rural real estate investors, and anyone using data to dominate land investing in 2025.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 - Intro01:33 - Importance of Market Selection02:45 - Top Southeast States03:50 - Midwest Picks05:20 - States to Avoid06:55 - Northeast Breakdown07:30 - Southwest & West Overview09:00 - Texas Pros & Cons10:15 - California for New Investors11:05 - Narrowing the List13:00 - Cutting South Carolina14:45 - Barriers in GA, NC, AL16:20 - Final Top 5 States17:30 - New Flipper Mistakes19:10 - County Selection Tips21:00 - Why OK, OH & MI Work22:15 - Final Thoughts

Learn how to flip land with zero money down! In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke share the best land investing funding strategies, from private deal funders to hard money loans. They explain how to scale your land business without using your own cash, with real examples of contracts, profit splits, and where to find funders offering $20k to $500k.================================🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠⁠================================TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro 01:00 Funding Risks 02:20 Scaling Challenges 04:10 Cash Flow Issues 05:00 Save for Marketing 05:55 First Deal Funding 06:45 Profit Splits 08:00 50/50 Costs 09:00 Deal Funding Pros 10:45 Funders Help You 11:50 Interest vs Funding 13:00 What Is Interest-Based? 14:30 Deferred Payments 15:40 Investor Terms 17:00 Building Trust 18:30 Investor Pitch 22:00 Get $50K–$500K 24:00 Finding Capital 26:00 Funding vs Banks 27:30 The Future of Funding

Dive into the world of land investing with practical tips for all budget levels. Learn how to kickstart your journey with zero dollars, uncover undervalued properties, and maximize profits through savvy strategies like cold calling and parcel segmentation. Discover innovative marketing techniques, including direct mail and texting, to generate leads effectively. Plus, find out how to scale your operations while staying lean, all without breaking the bank. It's a treasure trove of actionable advice for aspiring investors!

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke break down the top 5 things every land investor needs to scale and succeed. They cover double-closing, creative deal funding, mastering one marketing strategy, building consistent deal flow, improving sales follow-up, and spotting high-profit subdivide opportunities. Whether you're new or experienced, this episode gives you the roadmap to grow your land business and maximize profits.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 - Intro01:40 - How to Build a 6-Figure Land Business03:00 - The Power of Double Closing05:15 - Creative Ways to Fund Land Deals07:20 - Mastering Consistent Deal Flow09:40 - The #1 Thing You Must Do: Consistent Marketing12:00 - How Double Closing Can Double Your Deals14:00 - Subdividing for Massive Profits16:00 - Sales Systems That Scale18:30 - Stop Taking Leads for Granted20:20 - The Truth About Funding Costs22:30 - Creative Deal Funding Strategies That Work24:00 - Why Subdividing Changes the Game26:00 - Final 5 Keys to Succeed in Land Investing28:30 - What Most Investors Overlook

Chad Acerboni, a tech sector account executive, joins to share his unique approach to land flipping. He reveals how he successfully balances his demanding job with a thriving flipping business, focusing on subdividing larger parcels for enhanced profitability. Chad discusses his strategic pivot to solar land, showcasing how data-driven methods can streamline operations. With insights on efficient time management and tackling challenges, he provides a roadmap for anyone looking to scale their investments and create real wealth in real estate.

Struggling with county selection in your land flipping business? You’re not alone, and it could be costing you deals. In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with land investing coach Darrick B. to break down the exact process you should follow to choose the right counties for your first mailers. Learn why 80% of new investors get this wrong, how to spot bad land before you waste money mailing it, and how tools like satellite maps and sales density data can help you avoid costly mistakes================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 Intro01:00 - Mistakes New Investors Make02:15 - Traits of a Good County04:00 - Avoid Agricultural Land05:30 - Green vs. Brown Land06:45 - Using Satellite Views08:10 - Sales Density Breakdown10:00 - Zillow Sales Strategy11:45 - Key Data Points13:00 - Sell-Through Rate Tips15:00 - Stack the Deck for Success17:20 - Ideal Record Counts19:30 - Getting Your First Deal21:00 - Ranking Counties23:15 - Marketing Calendar Setup25:00 - Predictable Business Model27:00 - Consistent Marketing Wins29:00 - Advanced Strategies30:30 - Polygon Pricing & MLS32:00 - Investor Evolution33:30 - Simple Systems That Work35:00 - Changes in County Selection36:30 - Custom “Darrick” Counties38:00 - Final Thoughts

Nicholas Nick, founder of Lead Mining, shares his journey from restaurant manager to the mastermind behind a $200K cold calling agency for land investors. He discusses essential cold calling strategies, including effective scripts and the importance of rapport with clients. Learn how to maximize lead generation from a stack of 1,000 records and why cold calling often outperforms direct mail. Nick emphasizes a success mindset and the significance of persistence in land investing, creating a compelling roadmap for aspiring investors.

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke compare house flipping to land flipping, and explain why land wins when it comes to profit, simplicity, and freedom. Tired of contractors, renovations, and surprise costs? Land deals average $50K profits with way less hassle, lower competition, and the freedom to work from anywhere. Whether you're new or experienced in real estate, this episode shows why more investors are choosing land.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro00:38 – Why Investors Prefer Land01:36 – Is House Flipping Dead?02:56 – TV vs. Reality in Flipping04:00 – House Flipping Pros06:10 – House Flipping Cons07:55 – Land Flipping Pros09:00 – Land = Simplicity10:00 – No Surprises with Land11:15 – Skills You Need for Land12:30 – Scaling Land Deals13:50 – Automating Land Flips15:15 – House Flipping = Side Hustle16:45 – Replace Income with Land17:40 – Competition Breakdown18:04 – Final Thoughts

In this episode, Ron Apke is joined by North Carolina real estate attorney Tiffany Webber to break down the legal essentials of flipping land the right way. They cover everything from double closings and transactional funding to MLS disclosures, title insurance, and how to avoid scams. Tiffany shares expert tips on protecting yourself legally when buying and selling vacant land, setting up your land business, and navigating zoning and county restrictions. Whether you're flipping lots or scaling your land investing business, this episode is packed with must-know legal insights to help you stay compliant and close with confidence.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Intro1:07 - Tiffany’s background2:26 - Legal ways to flip land4:00 - Why buyer’s funds can’t be used5:30 - Structuring double closings6:58 - Listing before owning8:12 - Avoiding backdoored deals9:13 - Earnest money tips10:10 - Insurance for land flippers12:10 - Why title insurance matters13:57 - Land fraud examples16:28 - Why title claims get denied18:55 - Title exceptions to watch20:57 - Finding use restrictions22:28 - Contacting the county24:06 - LLCs for multi-state deals26:00 - Starting without an LLC28:58 - Texting laws for marketing32:02 - Rezoning explained34:45 - Small town zoning challenges36:00 - Starting subdivisions38:49 - Deed red flags40:51 - Heirship & probate43:02 - Quitclaim vs warranty deeds44:22 - Final legal advice45:08 - Contact Tiffany