Episode 166 – Launching a Successful Real Estate Career While Serving in the Military With Bobby Paquette

In this episode, a seasoned real estate agent and investor with a unique perspective, Bobby Paquette, joins us. Tune in to learn through our guest’s eyes as he navigates the real estate landscape while serving in the military, sharing insights, lessons, and the secret sauce behind his success.

Bobby shares the underestimated financial and career perks of joining the military. Utilizing the VA loan and the military’s extensive network, our guest today has successfully built a thriving portfolio in just a few years!

Tune in to hear how Bobby evaluates each property and strategizes his next move, providing a roadmap for new and experienced investors looking to make informed decisions in the long run. We also touch on why Denver stands out as a promising market, how to choose the right syndications and brokerages for your situation, and how W2 jobs can jumpstart a potential path toward becoming a real estate agent.

Take advantage of Bobby’s hard-earned advice and lessons from his ups and downs in financial independence!

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Podcast Highlights:

[5:05] Bobby’s Entrepreneurial Beginnings

[12:55] How Did You Know Real Estate Was for You?

[15:20] Bobby’s First Deal Using the VA Loan

[21:15] Evaluating Each Property and Strategy

[27:25] How Joining the Military Is a Great Career Move

[30:28] On Choosing a Brokerage

[33:05] Revealing His Cashflow per Month

[35:20] Lessons Learned From Past Syndications

[36:40] Why Keeping a W2 Job Can Supercharge Your Real Estate

[43:05] The Best Advice Bobby Has Received

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Important Links

HOSTS   
Craig Curelop   
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy   
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy   
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Ali Garced
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ali_the_agent/ 
📱Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aligarced 
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandragarced/ 
🖥 Website: https://www.garcedrealty.com/ 

GUEST

Bobby Paquette

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobbypaq/
📚Book: ​​https://a.co/d/0hYjIxj

 

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