The Real Estate Investing Podcast

What separates a $100K land investor from a $1M land investor? In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke break down the key differences—from mindset shifts to marketing strategies, acquisitions, and deal selection. Scaling up isn’t just about working harder; it’s about thinking bigger, staying consistent, and making strategic moves. Whether you're stuck at six figures or aiming for seven, this episode will show you what it takes to level up. Don’t miss it!================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/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/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro2:23 Lifestyle Differences4:02 Mindset Comparison8:00 Marketing Strategies13:02 Acquisition & Sales17:50 Types of Deals23:13 Systems & Outsourcing26:07 Final Thoughts

Minor subdivides are changing the game in land investing, and in this episode, Ron Apke breaks down the 7 essential steps to completing your first minor subdivide deal. This strategy is exploding in popularity because you only need a few deals a year to hit $500,000 to $1 million in profits. Ron walks through the entire process, from selecting the right market to surveying and selling off individual parcels. If you're looking for a high-profit, scalable land investing strategy, this is the episode for you. Don't miss out on learning how to turn a single deal into six-figure paydays!================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠➡️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 Intro1:31 Step 1 Market Research4:19 Step 2 Getting Your Data5:35 Step 3 Marketing6:52 Step 4 Negotiating9:57 Step 5 Closing on the Purchase10:58 Step 6 Marketing and Subdividing12:01 Step 7 Selling the Properties13:14 Conclusion

Texting is one of the fastest and most affordable ways to find off-market land deals, yet many investors avoid it due to the high volume of leads and legal concerns. In this episode, Ron Apke and land coach Darrick break down how to set up a texting system, stay compliant with Launch Control, and close deals quickly. With just $2,000-$3,000, investors are landing $50,000 deals—all without relying on direct mail.Darrick also shares how he uses The Land Portal to target rural vacant land and subdivide deals, plus the mindset traits that lead to success in land investing.================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠➡️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 Intro0:30 Texting for Land Deals4:52 Who is Texting For?8:13 Cons9:48 How Much Time Do You Need?11:18 Compliance & Legalities15:12 Systems for Texting21:36 Targeting Strategies25:56 Thoughts on Subdivide Deals27:36 Mindset for Success

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Mike Defrancis, a former chemical engineer who went all-in on land investing—scaling to $1.5M in profit in just a year.Mike shares why he ditched house flipping, how he finds high-profit deals, and the marketing strategies that helped him grow fast. He also breaks down his shift to entitlement and minor subdivide projects, with a $4M-$5M goal for 2025. If you’re looking to escape the W2 grind or scale your land business, this episode is a must-watch. As Mike says, “It’s a huge country; a blue ocean of opportunity. You’re going to find a deal. Period.”================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠➡️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/⁠================================0:00 Intro0:29 Real Estate Background3:34 Transition from W24:52 House Flipping & Wholesaling7:30 First Land Flipping Deals10:58 Acquisition Strategy14:10 Thoughts on Competition16:27 Marketing Strategies19:17 Outsourcing Strategy21:27 PPC Marketing24:10 Goals & Business Changes for 202529:34 Entitlement Process34:21 Targeting Criteria41:11 Advice for Land Investors

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Mike Dolan, a software sales professional who jumped into land investing for financial freedom. After starting in the Land Investing Online program, he quickly learned from early mistakes—like not filtering landlocked properties on The Land Portal—but stayed consistent. His first deal? A South Carolina property he negotiated down to $50K and sold for $92K, netting over $20K.Now, with 23,000 mailers sent and multiple deals in the pipeline—including a big subdivide—Mike is on track for $1M in revenue this year. He shares his marketing strategies, how he runs his land business in just an hour a day, and advice for anyone looking to escape the 9-5 through land flipping. Don’t miss this one!================================ WANT TO GET STARTED?⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠➡️ Click Here to Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time)================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================

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

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

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.

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.

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