The Real Estate Investing Podcast

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Daniel and Ron Apke dive deep into their vision for scaling The Land Portal, a data-driven software tailored specifically for land investors. From the very start, The Land Portal was created out of necessity for their own land business, but it has evolved into a powerful tool for all real estate investors looking to streamline processes and maximize efficiency. Daniel and Ron share the journey of the software’s development, from its BETA launch in March 2024 to the significant updates implemented since then. They discuss key tools like the road frontage filter and wetlands exclusion feature that help investors save money and time by refining data points to focus on high-quality leads. Comparing The Land Portal to other industry tools, such as Propstream and DataTree, they show how their software cuts down unnecessary data points, ultimately improving mailer efficiency and lead quality. Listeners will also get a sneak peek into future updates, including the groundbreaking AI-driven slope tool, developed in response to community feedback. Daniel and Ron emphasize the importance of user-driven development, revealing how insights from The Land Portal’s community shape every feature and improvement. This episode is packed with valuable information for investors looking to leverage technology and make land investing faster, smarter, and more profitable. GET YOUR FREE 14 DAY TRIAL HERE ➡️: https://thelandportal.com/subscriptions/ WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Intro 2:53 Why We Built It 5:38 Our Data Source 6:05 Comparing The Land Portal Efficiency With Other Data Sources 9:33 Where Our Data Comes From 12:38 Who Drives Our Decisions? 13:58 Slope Tool 15:33 The Land Portal Functionality 18:21 Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron Apke sits down with Nephi Gomez, a land investor and active member of the Land Investing Online (LIO) community. Nephi shares his unique journey into land investing, which stemmed from his desire for location freedom as he prepares for a move to Brazil and frequent travels to Mexico. Though he has a background in real estate and short-term rentals, it was the flexibility and cash flow potential of land flipping that truly caught his attention. Nephi explains how land investing gave him the opportunity to earn income while traveling, a perfect fit for the lifestyle he envisions. Nephi, who works full-time as a software project manager, talks about how land investing became a solution for his desire to escape the restrictions of his current job. Starting his land flipping journey in March 2024, Nephi discovered Land Investing Online through Action Academy and quickly realized the potential of the business. His very first mail campaign of just 1,000 mailers landed him a deal that brought in a $30,000 profit. Nephi also breaks down how partnerships, goal-setting, and strategic hiring have helped him scale his business, with plans to send out 20,000 mailers in 2025 and build a robust team to support his growth. Listen in to hear Nephi’s strategies for achieving location freedom through land investing! WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Interview 1:11 Nephi's Journey 6:29 Nephi's First Deal 8:55 Nephi's 2024 Goals 10:20 Partnership 17:19 Hiring A VA 20:41 Nephi's Business in 24 Months 24:14 Nephi's Advice 27:23 Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron Apke welcomes back Shelby, a fellow land investor and member of the Land Investing Online community, for an exciting update on her land flipping journey. Miss the first interview? Check it out here! Since her last appearance, Shelby has successfully subdivided a large property, netting an impressive $300,000 in profit! This major milestone led her to quit her 9-5 job and focus on land investing full-time while being a stay-at-home mom. Shelby dives deep into how she landed such a lucrative deal, sharing the unique "survey hack" strategy she used to buy a portion of land from a property with an existing home. She also highlights the importance of building genuine connections with landowners and how her passion for the business played a pivotal role in closing big deals. Shelby's goals for 2024 include streamlining her business, implementing texting as a follow-up strategy, and hiring help like a Virtual Assistant. Looking ahead to 2025, she's focused on narrowing her buy box and continuing to explore creative marketing strategies—like hiring Doordash drivers to place For Sale signs! Don’t miss Shelby’s inspiring story and valuable insights into building a successful land investing business 🔥 WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Intro 1:00 The Start of Shelby's Land Journey 1:46 Shelby's Land Deal 4:47 Quitting 9-5 6:50 Shelby's Sales Experience 9:05 How Has Shelby's Business Progressed? 13:50 What Has Changed in the Last Two Years 15:16 Shelby's 2024 and 2025 Goals 18:06 Shelby's Advice 19:44 Using Doordash To Sell Property 22:51 The Future Of Land Investing

In this episode of The Real Estate investing Podcast, Ron Apke is joined by guest and member of the LIO community Chad Acerboni, a tech professional who shares his incredible journey into land investing. Chad explains how he got started in real estate, discovered Land Investing Online, and turned land flipping into a six-figure side hustle. Despite challenges, Chad earned $200K in just four months and reveals how he balances his passion for technology with his growing real estate success. Tune in to hear Chad’s thoughts on staying in his 9-5 tech job while continuing to build wealth and scale his land investing business! SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠ Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================ https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Daniel and Ron Apke break down the ins and outs of seller financing—a powerful strategy for generating a bigger buyer pool and long-term cash flow in land investing. Although the Apke Brothers typically prefer the upfront profits of traditional land flipping, they explore how selling notes through seller financing can be a scalable way to expand your income streams. Tune in as they break down the seller financing process, including timelines, potential returns, and how it can open up your buyer pool. Learn the pros and cons of this strategy, how to recoup debt from down payments, and how to effectively combine it with traditional land flipping for maximum profitability. SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron Apke breaks down the four most common objections people have before starting their land investing journey. Drawing on years of experience and conversations with hundreds of curious investors, Ron addresses the top concerns that keep many from taking the initial leap into land flipping. From worries about money and time to fears of competition and misunderstandings about the land flipping model, Ron dives deep into each objection. He provides actionable insights, including cost-saving strategies for startup expenses, tips for managing time alongside a full-time job, and how to outlast the competition by sticking to a proven business model. Ron also answers common questions like, "Why would a seller accept 40% of market value?" and "Why aren't more people doing this?" Tune in to the full episode to get a clear understanding of how to overcome these obstacles and start your land investing business with confidence! LAUNCH CONTROL: https://launchcontrol.us/pricing/ WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Intro 1:38 Money 5:03 Time 7:33 Too Saturated 10:47 They Don't Understand The Business Model 13:54 Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Daniel and Ron Apke dive into one of the hottest strategies in land investing over the past year—subdividing land for maximum profit. With just the knowledge you already have from land flipping, you can take on a subdivide deal and walk away with a six-figure payday. Dan and Ron share their 7-step blueprint to help you target, execute, and close these highly profitable deals. From identifying the right properties and navigating local regulations to marketing to landowners and closing the deal, they guide you through the entire process. Tune in to learn how to maximize your efforts and earn a bigger check with the same amount of work! WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Intro 1:27 Choosing A Market 4:22 Questions You Should Ask The County 6:32 Pulling Data 9:49 Marketing 11:31 Negotiation And Project Planning 15:08 Getting Under Contract 16:56 Survey And Selecting A Realtor 18:57 Closing And Listing The Property 21:01 Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Daniel and Ron Apke dive into a lesser-known but highly profitable strategy—buying land on the MLS and flipping it for a solid return. While this isn’t the typical approach of acquiring land at 40% of market value, Daniel and Ron explain why tapping into platforms like Zillow and Realtor.com can still yield impressive profits. They break down the process of targeting land that’s been sitting on the market, properties that are sub-dividable, or land that simply needs minor improvement to unlock its potential. The Apke brothers also share insights on using The Land Portal to enhance your property searches, including skip tracing, filtering for expired listings, and identifying land with ideal features like road frontage for future developments. They discuss how one LIO community member successfully cold-called expired MLS listings and found deals in less competitive markets. This episode is packed with tips on how to approach untapped markets and flip land using creative, strategic techniques! WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Intro 1:58 Not Necessarily Buying At 100% 4:38 What Are We Looking For? 7:08 Not Bringing In A Realtor 7:48 Using Land Portal Filters 10:12 Who Is This For? 14:16 Landon's Journey 16:00 Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron Apke tackles the number one question aspiring land flippers ask: "How much money do I need to get started?" Whether you’re thinking of investing $500 or $15,000, Ron breaks down how deciding on a comfortable starting number can set you on the right path. He also dives into how your mindset, financial goals, and risk tolerance come into play when making that initial investment. Ron explains the importance of setting a monthly budget for marketing, which is key to generating consistent land deals. He also covers strategies for those who may not have a lot of time to invest and discusses how investing more money upfront can help you scale faster. Whether you're aiming to quit your job or build a side income, Ron’s insights will help you determine what it really takes to get started in land investing. 📞 https://landinvestingonline.com/consultation

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Daniel and Ron Apke reveal some lesser-known yet highly profitable land investing strategies. They cover a range of tactics, including investing in remote desert land, utilizing seller financing for cash flow, double-closing and the nuances of working with infill lots and wholesaling. They also discuss the potential of mineral rights and the complex but lucrative world of land entitlements. Tune in to explore these unique opportunities and uncover hidden gems in the land investing market! WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/ TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Intro 2:25 Desert squares 7:55 Seller financing 13:17 Infill lots 18:1 7 Mineral rights 21:48 Entitlements