From losing $100K on his first flip to raising millions in private capital, Tommy Harr shares the raw, unfiltered truth of real estate success. This episode is a deep dive into grit, growth, and building a business that actually lasts.

Welcome to Episode 11 of Columbus Brick by Brick, the podcast uncovering the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of Columbus, Ohio. Hosted by Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, each week we highlight local leaders, innovators, and changemakers building this city — one story at a time.

This week, Jon sits down with Tommy Harr, a Columbus-based real estate investor, educator, and content creator behind The Real Side of Real Estate. From working summer jobs trashing foreclosed homes to flipping over 200 properties a year, Tommy’s journey is anything but typical. His story is built on consistency, authenticity, and a whole lot of trial and error.

• The real truth behind Tommy’s first flip — and how he lost $100K
• How growing up in a property preservation business shaped his mindset
• Using social media to build trust (not just followers)
• Hiring and training a team that sticks — and scales
• Flipping at scale: systems, finishes, and how a warehouse changed everything
• What “legacy” means to Tommy and why he’s staying rooted in Columbus

Whether you're an aspiring investor, real estate pro, or entrepreneur looking for a dose of real talk, this episode delivers the mindset, lessons, and tools that can help you build something brick by brick.

🎧 Watch + listen now and let us know what you think in the comments!

🔗 Connect with Tommy:

• Instagram: @tommyharr05
• YouTube: Real Side of Real Estate

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