In this episode, we’re thrilled to interview one of our very own, FI Team lead agent, Chad Rocke. Since his start in 2015, Chad has been a passionate advocate about escaping the rat race and maximizing your time to achieve financial independence. His unique perspectives on portfolio building have helped countless clients to retire early and passively build incredible wealth.

So if you’re interested in getting your start in the world of real estate, this story is sure to inspire you to take action as soon as you can! Stay tuned to hear about how Chad began investing without relying on educational resources… and still made it big! From everything about, becoming a property manager, dealing with problematic tenants, and building an efficient team, this episode is jampacked with must-hear advice for both beginners and long-time investors. We also dive into Chad’s experiences with the arbitrage model, his current Nomad Strategy, and the power of saying YES!

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Podcast Highlights:

[1:50] Unpacking The Shred Method (Maximizing Your HELOC)

[6:05] How Chad Accidentally Learned How to House Hack on His Own

[10:55] Dealing With Conflict Among Tenants

[14:00] How to Earn More and Work Less as a Property Manager

[15:45] Hiring and Vetting Local Hires

[19:20] Handling a Death on a Property

[23:45] Successfully Escaping the W2 With Chad

[30:00] The Right Mindset for Starting in Real Estate

[37:05] On Planning Versus Action

[39:15] Diving Into Short-Term Rentals and New Markets

[45:00] Avoid These Mistakes In Partnerships

[47:50] Chad’s Nomad Strategy

[48:50] Unpacking Chad’s Experience With the Arbitrage Model

[54:33] The Best Advice Chad Has to Share

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