Is bigger really better in real estate? Not always. Meet Dave, an investor who built a thriving real estate investing business without moving to a major city. Instead, he focused on small markets, simple strategies, and mentorship that actually works.

In this interview, Dave shares:

• Why real mentorship saves years of trial and error
• How keeping it simple can multiply your results
• Why small markets can be more profitable than big cities
• His $72,000 first deal (and what it taught him)
• Dave’s no-fluff advice for new investors

Thinking about renovating your home or flipping a fixer-upper? Home improvement looks effortless on TV, but in reality, unexpected costs can quickly drain your budget and turn your dream project into a self-inflicted nightmare. In this podcast, we break down the hidden costs of home renovations and show you how to avoid costly surprises BEFORE they happen.

3 Must-Know Steps Before You Begin:

• Know what you're buying – Inspections, boundary lines, hidden repairs
• Know what you plan to do – Scope of work, budgeting, preventing scope creep
• Know who can get it done – Finding reliable contractors, avoiding scams

Real estate investing can be a game-changer—but only if you know how to avoid the common mistakes that trap beginners. In this podcast, I break down the three biggest reasons why I failed when I first started, and how you can steer clear of these pitfalls to fast-track your success.

Key Takeaways:

1. Why on-market deals make it harder to profit and how to find better opportunities
2. How learning from experienced investors can save you time and money
3. Why tackling oversized projects can be risky—and a smarter approach to completing deals efficiently

Every successful real estate investor has a mentor. Get your mentor here: https://www.freedommentor.com/apprent...