The Real Estate Investing Podcast

🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================🎙️Listen to Justin Piche's PodcastCheck out The Ground Game Podcast for real conversations on land investing, development, and scaling your business: thegroundgame.io🌐 Connect With JustinHave a deal you want a second set of eyes on? Learn more or reach out through Justin’s website: https://justinpiche.com/================================In this episode, we sit down with land investor Justin Piche to break down how he scaled from his first mailer to running a large team and taking on major development projects. Justin shares what’s working in today’s market, what’s changed, and how new and experienced investors can navigate deals with confidence.If you want real insight into building a profitable land business, this episode delivers the strategies and mindset you need to grow.================================TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro01:03 – Justin’s start02:08 – Getting into land03:22 – New baby & new business03:40 – First mailer results04:09 – First profits04:15 – Six-month breakthrough05:02 – Scaling mindset06:12 – Leaving Exxon07:00 – Financial prep09:53 – Land market then11:25 – First hires15:10 – Mail vs texting17:52 – Switching to cold calling18:44 – Rapid scaling20:55 – Today’s business26:08 – First major subdivide38:42 – Biggest deal-killer

🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================In this video, Ron Apke breaks down exactly how he made $200,000 from one land subdivision in Mississippi. You’ll see the full process step-by-step, from finding the parcel to completing the split and selling the lots. Perfect if you want to understand how real land investors pull off six-figure deals.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – Intro0:34 – 3-step process breakdown1:22 – How to find the right land3:05 – Starting the project3:44 – Deal negotiation4:59 – County rules & requirements6:00 – Surveyor adds acres (more profit)7:10 – Designing 7 lots9:55 – Selling the parcels10:14 – Marketing strategy11:00 – First sales & fast payback12:24 – Full sales breakdown13:00 – Total profit overview13:21 – Final thoughts

Ron Apke welcomes back Mike DeFrancisis to share how he scaled from wholesaling into high-profit land investing by focusing on large parcels, subdivides, and major entitlement projects. Mike explains why land offers faster deals, bigger margins, and less work, and breaks down his current 34-deal pipeline, projected $8M profit, his entitlement process, six marketing channels, and his best advice for new and scaling land investors. Join our free land investing community where you can reach out directly to Mike or connect with hundreds of other land investors: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/discordWhat You Will Learn:- Why land investing beats other real estate strategies- How Mike scales large parcels, subdivides, and entitlements- His six top marketing channels for land deals- How he manages his business and team- Key advice for beginners and growing investors================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – How Mike discovered land flipping0:55 – Switching from wholesaling to land1:50 – Early 2–4x land profits3:05 – Land vs building margins4:20 – Scaling into larger tracts5:30 – The “life-changing” land realization7:00 – Building systems and a team fast8:05 – Mike’s entrepreneurial roots13:05 – What land entitlements are16:00 – How major subdivisions make money18:05 – Inside his entitlement process20:15 – 34-deal pipeline & $8M projected profit22:55 – Using engineers to scale25:40 – Risk, capital, and deal structure29:00 – Becoming a true land business CEO40:45 – His 6 marketing channels50:55 – Mike’s advice for new land investors

In this episode, Daniel and Darrick reveal the MLS Hack that allowed Darrick to buy 12 acres with three houses, subdivide the land, and essentially live mortgage-free. They break down how to spot undervalued acreage on the MLS, analyze subdivide opportunities, work within county regulations, and use simple tools like Land Portal to find deals that require zero marketing. If you want free land, a free house, or a smarter way to build wealth through land investing, this episode is a must-watch.What You Will Learn:- How to identify profitable MLS hacks- How subdividing can eliminate your mortgage- Key county rules that make or break a deal- The filters to use in Land Portal to find deals fast- Why “one county removed” is the ideal market================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – MLS Hack for Free Land0:38 – What Is an MLS Hack1:44 – How to Analyze MLS Deals2:38 – Subdivide Math Breakdown3:59 – Using Land Portal to Find Deals5:47 – Making Strong MLS Offers6:59 – House + Land Value Gap8:56 – Darrick’s $650k MLS Deal10:47 – Creating a Mortgage-Free Strategy12:50 – Rental & Airbnb Potential14:55 – County Rules You Must Check17:51 – Pricing Your Subdivide Lots19:26 – Counties With No Restrictions21:01 – One-County-Removed Strategy22:54 – Rental Demand Near Cities24:55 – Subdivide Checklist26:59 – When MLS Hacks Don’t Work27:48 – Free Land & Free House Summary

In this episode, we sit down with land investor Peter Toth to break down how he turned corporate burnout into a thriving land-flipping career. Recorded at the Land Operator Alliance Conference, Peter shares exactly how he finds deals, structures profitable owner-finance notes, and uses subdivides to multiply returns, plus real examples, including flipping an 80-acre property for a six-figure gain in just three days. If you want to grow your land investing business with smarter marketing, better deal evaluation, and higher-ROI exit strategies, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can start using today.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/🌐 Connect with Peter Toth:Email: peter@landbyusa.comWebsite: teamlanddeals.com================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – Intro0:37 – Meet Peter Toth1:35 – Land Investor Community2:03 – Leaving Corporate3:02 – Discovering Land Flipping4:18 – First Mailers & Early Deals5:06 – 8 Sales in First Month6:04 – Marketing Lessons7:00 – Getting Laid Off8:18 – Power of Direct Mail9:41 – Land Flipping in 201710:27 – Breaking Down the $105K Flip12:15 – Funding Bigger Deals13:19 – Subdivide Strategy16:02 – Owner Finance Structuring21:49 – Why Peter Sells Himself27:06 – JV Deals & Partnerships38:01 – Advice for Beginners44:10 – Connect With Peter

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron and Dan Apke break down their biggest takeaways from the elite Land Operators Alliance Conference in Savannah, Georgia.Surrounded by high-level land investors, entitlers, subdividers, and developers, they reveal what truly separates top operators, why land flipping is the ultimate launchpad, how experts dominate specific niches, where the real profits are made, and how these entrepreneurs build businesses that run without them. Whether you're flipping your first parcel or scaling into major subdivisions, this episode gives you an inside look into the most powerful room in land investing and the strategies that can move your business forward fast.What You Will Learn- Why land flipping is the best starting point- The most profitable niches in today’s land market- Traits top land investors share- Why building homes isn’t where the real money is- How high-level operators structure teams and systems================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – Intro0:34 – Back From the Conference1:05 – First Impressions1:47 – Takeaway #1: Land Flipping Start2:49 – Why Flipping Prepares You4:06 – Who Was in the Room5:31 – Types of Investors There6:12 – Takeaway #2: Niches7:07 – Unique Business Models8:23 – Deep Expertise9:05 – Takeaway #3: Traits10:29 – Learning & Curiosity12:06 – Takeaway #4: Money in Dirt13:47 – Low Margin Building15:24 – Risk & Long Timelines16:19 – Takeaway #5: Teams & Focus18:16 – Staying Present

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron sits down with land investor Brandon Mulhall, who went from 10 mailers with zero deals to building real momentum in his land business, all while juggling a newborn and a full-time job.Brandon shares how he discovered land investing, the mistakes he made early on, and the strategies that helped him close multiple deals and scale his marketing. His story is a powerful reminder that consistency beats everything in this business. If you’re looking for motivation and a real roadmap to making land investing work, this episode is a must-watch.What You’ll Learn:- How Brandon discovered land investing and stuck with it- Why his first 10 mailers produced no deals — and what he changed- The story behind his early flips and the challenges he faced- How he scaled his marketing and deal flow- His goals and strategy heading into 2026================================🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro00:37 – How Brandon found land01:22 – The wholesaling meetup moment02:33 – Early guidance & first steps03:14 – Learning with a newborn03:51 – 11 mailers before first deal04:37 – Joining the program05:12 – Early pricing mistakes05:58 – First deal breakdown07:32 – Title company troubles08:23 – Selling challenges10:15 – First deal timeline11:04 – Going into debt to start12:17 – Family support & mindset13:14 – Balancing land & job14:31 – Second deal success15:25 – Coaching impact17:29 – Scaling & 2026 goals20:45 – Advice for new investors

Access Free Resources: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/resourcesIn this video, Ron Apke breaks down the exact 7-day plan to build your land investing business in just one hour per day. No fluff, no wasted time… just the simple, step-by-step actions you should take each day to start getting real deal flow. If you want a clear blueprint to start getting more land deals than 95% of beginners, this is it.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – 7-Day Land Business Overview0:36 – Day 1: Choose Marketing Strategy2:20 – Time vs. Money Breakdown5:15 – Day 2: Choose Your County6:22 – County Selection Criteria8:28 – Day 3: Pull & Scrub Data9:12 – LandPortal Filters12:03 – Day 4: Build Templates14:15 – Day 5: Send Marketing15:30 – Day 6: Pick Next Counties17:19 – Day 7: Marketing Calendar19:01 – Why Consistency Matters20:04 – Final Recap

In this two-part episode, land investor Nolan Lukasek shares how he went from drop shipping to building a profitable $100K land business in just 12 months. Starting with no real estate experience beyond a few side hustles, Nolan took the leap after hearing a podcast that changed his mindset, and never looked back. He breaks down how he sent his first 13,000 mailers, stayed consistent through slow months, and eventually found momentum by pivoting to cold calling and tracking the right KPIs.- How Nolan went from drop shipping to full-time land investing- The marketing shift that turned things around — mailers vs. cold calling- The KPIs and metrics that actually matter for scaling- How to manage leads, agencies, and follow-up like a pro- Why consistency and tracking beat luck in this businessWhat You’ll Learn:- How Nolan went from dropshipping to full-time land investing- The marketing shift that turned things around — mailers vs. cold calling- The KPIs and metrics that actually matter for scaling- How to manage leads, agencies, and follow-up like a pro- Why consistency and tracking beat luck in this business================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro00:40 – From drop shipping to land01:30 – The podcast that started it02:30 – Joining the program and mailing fast03:30 – 13,000 mailers, no deals04:30 – Staying consistent through setbacks05:30 – First deal and follow-up wins06:30 – Selling style: honest and direct07:30 – Lessons from home mailing08:30 – Switching to cold calling09:30 – Tracking KPIs and lead flow10:30 – First-year results and profits11:30 – Mistakes and what he’d change12:30 – Finding one mentor13:30 – Goals for 202614:30 – Advice for new investors15:30 – Consistency beats luck16:30 – Final thoughts and wrap-up

In this episode, Ron Apke breaks down how to pick your first or next profitable land market in a simple and visual way. He walks through the full process from selecting a metro area and nearby counties to running tests on land data using Land Portal. You will learn how to look at days on market, price per acre, and data points to make confident decisions. Ron also shows how to set up your marketing schedule so you stay consistent and keep your deal flow strong. Whether you are just starting out or want to refine your system, this episode will help you choose better markets and close more deals.What You Will Learn- How to select your first market for land flipping- How to analyze counties using Land Portal- The key data points that show strong markets- How to plan and schedule marketing for steady deal flow- Why consistency is the key to scaling your land business================================🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 Intro to Market Selection0:37 Find the Nearest Big City1:26 Avoid Close Counties2:20 Best Areas to Target3:22 Use Land Portal Data3:40 Days on Market (40–100)4:20 Price per Acre ($5K–$20K)5:22 60–120 Minutes from City6:01 Keep It Simple7:15 Choose 2–30 Acre Properties7:49 Plan Your Marketing10:57 Build a Marketing Calendar

Ron Apke reveals three powerful land flipping strategies you should be using right now to dominate 2026. He breaks down each one with real examples and drawings so you can see exactly how to structure deals for massive profits. From minor subdividing to high ticket double closings and survey hacking, these strategies can help you build a 6 to 7 figure land business this year.What You Will Learn:The top strategy to scale your land business and earn $500K from one dealHow high ticket double closings work and how to profit $35K per dealHow survey hacking can turn one property into multiple flipsWays to find and evaluate profitable parcelsWhy these strategies are the biggest opportunities for 2026================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro0:23 Strategy #3: Survey Hacking1:12 How Survey Hacking Works2:25 Negotiating with Sellers3:09 Splitting and Flipping Parcels4:00 Survey Hacking for Vacant Land5:09 Why Survey Hacking Wins5:18 Strategy #2: High Ticket Double Closing6:00 Double Closing Breakdown7:05 $100K to $140K Deal Example8:30 Bigger Deals, Bigger Profits9:45 Double Closing vs Wholesaling10:20 Strategy #1: Minor Subdividing11:01 What Is Subdividing12:23 Subdivide Profit Example13:50 Finding Subdividable Land15:18 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

In this video, Ron Apke breaks down how marketing for land deals has evolved over the past 5 years, from simple direct mail strategies in 2020 to today’s powerful, multi-channel approach. Watch as Ron literally maps it all out on paper, showing how investors can level up from sending mailers to building a complete marketing machine. Learn how personalized, handwritten letters, strategic follow-up texts, and even cold calling are driving 4x–5x more seller responses. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling your land business, this visual and practical breakdown will change how you think about land deal marketing in 2025.================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – Intro0:25 – 2020 vs 2025 marketing0:46 – How 2020 marketing worked1:36 – Simple direct mail process2:00 – Business evolution begins2:32 – Multi-channel marketing explained3:06 – Follow-up texting strategy4:19 – Multiple touchpoints = more deals5:06 – Getting more from your list5:30 – Quick coaching plug5:46 – Modern marketing mix6:10 – Power of handwritten mail6:48 – Personal touches that convert7:18 – Ron’s 2025 setup8:16 – Generic vs handwritten results9:29 – If Ron started over today9:59 – Final advice & wrap-up

🔥 Work with Darrick: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================In this episode, Land Investing Online coach Darrick Bourgeois breaks down why right now is the best time to buy and sell land. As the market softens and sellers look for liquidity, smart investors are taking advantage of end-of-year opportunities to stack inventory and close profitable deals before 2026.Darrick shares powerful text and direct mail marketing strategies, explains how to adapt to shifting market trends, and reveals how consistent, fast action can set you up for major success in the new year. Perfect for anyone serious about land investing, land flipping, or growing a land business in today’s market.================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================0:00 – Intro1:00 – Year-end trends in land investing2:05 – Why sellers need cash fast3:10 – Q4 buying opportunity4:00 – Stack inventory before 20265:00 – Negotiating better land deals6:20 – Buying 40–50% below market7:15 – Why now is the window to buy8:00 – Text vs. mail marketing9:30 – Why speed matters right now10:45 – The “text–mail–text” strategy12:30 – Testing markets with texting14:15 – Follow-up that converts16:00 – Texting script that works17:45 – Fewer hate calls, more deals19:30 – Helping sellers first21:20 – Selling fast by pricing right23:00 – Final advice: act before 2026

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Apke, seasoned land investor and founder of Droners.io, to uncover how to sell land fast, even in a shifting market. From pricing strategies and smart marketing tactics to drone photography that actually converts, Mike shares exactly what’s working right now to move properties quickly. Learn how to create momentum in the first seven days, make every lead count, and market your land like a high-end listing to attract serious buyers and maximize your ROI.💡 What You’ll Learn:- Proven strategies to sell land faster in today’s market- How to price listings for maximum attention and offers- The marketing tools and visuals that make your property stand out- Why the first 7 days on the market are critical to success================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro01:00 – Current Market Update02:00 – Maximizing Every Lead03:30 – Biggest Seller Mistakes05:00 – Respond Fast, Sell Fast06:15 – The First 7 Days Rule07:00 – Smart Pricing Strategies08:00 – Building Momentum Fast09:00 – Buying Right in 202510:00 – Buyer Psychology Tips11:00 – Power of Drone Photos12:00 – Standout Property Marketing13:00 – Highlighting Key Land Features14:00 – Knowing Your End Buyer15:00 – Competing in Slow Markets16:00 – Marketing ROI Explained17:00 – Lazy Listings = Lost Sales18:00 – Market $20K Like $2M19:00 – Adapting to Market Changes20:00 – Droners.io Done-for-You Marketing

🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with land investor and entrepreneur Pete Reese to talk about how he went from flipping homes to building a thriving land investing business, and now developing $50M battery energy storage projects. Pete shares how he bounced back after the 2008 crash, mastered land investing during COVID, and built a scalable business through smart systems, outsourcing, and a powerful mail strategy. He also dives into how he’s turning land into high-value renewable energy sites. This one’s packed with lessons on mindset, business growth, and spotting future opportunities in real estate!What You Will Learn:- How Pete transitioned from house flipping to land investing- The mindset and systems behind his success- His proven direct mail and outsourcing strategies- How he’s leveraging land for $50M energy projects- Tips for anyone ready to start investing in land🌐 Connect with Pete:https://sunlandamerica.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCp6dkG5XJXlZCuttM7Qhq0Q ================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:46 Pete’s Entrepreneurial Journey1:50 First Flip and Early Success3:13 The 2008 Crash and Lessons Learned4:00 Transition to Blogging and Online Business5:00 Discovering Land Investing in 20206:00 Launching a Renewable Energy Land Company7:00 Spotting Opportunities Early8:10 Why Battery Storage Is the Future10:00 Scaling Challenges and Lessons10:47 High-Volume Direct Mail Strategy11:30 Spending $70K+ on Mailers13:00 Building Systems and a Strong Team15:00 What Broke at 100K Mailers17:00 Finding and Pricing Subdivide Deals19:00 Blind Offers and Profit Margins20:30 Monthly Deal and Profit Goals22:40 Changes in the Land Market25:00 Why Direct Mail Still Wins28:45 Advice for New Land Investors30:45 Systems, Teams, and Processes33:00 Working with Family34:00 Battery Storage Explained39:00 How These Projects Make Money42:00 $50M Energy Projects & Tax Credits47:00 How Pete Learned the Industry48:00 Where to Find Pete Reese

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Seth Williams, founder of REtipster, one of the original voices in land investing. Seth shares how he built a thriving online brand from his early days sending postcards in 2008 to creating REtipster and Stride CRM. They discuss how the land business has evolved, why consistency beats quick wins, and how technology (and AI) are shaping the next generation of land investors. If you’re serious about long-term success in real estate, this episode is a must-watch.What You’ll Learn:- How Seth got started and built REtipster- The mindset that drives long-term success- How land investing has changed since 2008- Tools and systems (like Stride CRM) that save time- Seth’s predictions for the future of land flipping🔗 Connect with Seth Williams (REtipster):Website: https://retipster.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@retipsterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/retipsterTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/retipster================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro01:05 – How Seth discovered land investing03:10 – Leaving banking for real estate04:40 – Early success with delinquent tax lists06:15 – Learning from mentors and early tools07:30 – Starting the REtipster blog (2012)09:00 – Inspiration from Pat Flynn & online income10:20 – Hunter vs. Farmer mindset explained12:00 – Being early to land, blogging, and YouTube13:30 – Power of consistency & long-term focus15:00 – What Seth enjoys most about creating content16:10 – Balancing land deals with REtipster18:00 – How COVID changed land investing20:20 – What top investors are doing differently22:00 – Sales, relationships, and standing out23:30 – The future of land investing25:00 – Why Seth built Stride CRM27:10 – Advice for new investors30:00 – Commitment and realistic expectations35:00 – AI’s impact on real estate & business41:00 – Closing thoughts & where to find Seth

🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================In this episode, Daniel Apke sits down with Brian Tran, an entrepreneur who built an $8M real estate portfolio and runs 8 successful businesses. Brian shares how failure, grit, and strategic investing took him from a failed coffee shop to financial freedom.Even if you’re focused on land flipping, this episode is packed with mindset, tax, and scaling lessons that apply to any investing business.🌐 Connect with Brian:https://www.youtube.com/@mr.briantranhttps://www.tiktok.com/@mrbriantran?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/mr.briantran/?hl=enVirtual Assistant Services: TheVAHub.com================================TIMESTAMPS (Have to wait until uploaded because intro/edits will be made to raw file changing the times)TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:36 Meet Brian Tran1:33 Immigrant Roots & Hard Work Mindset2:31 Early Side Hustles5:00 Becoming a Realtor in the Bay Area6:14 Why He Left Real Estate Sales8:01 Building a Brokerage & Local Expertise11:04 Coffee Shop Failures & Lessons13:03 First Flip: $575K Profit Deal15:01 Scaling Multiple Businesses17:41 High-Dollar Flips vs. Volume Deals20:13 Why Land Investors Should Own Rentals22:13 Tax Savings Through Depreciation25:06 Using Real Estate to Reduce Taxes27:03 Cash Flow vs. Appreciation29:01 How Time Builds Wealth30:03 Out-of-State Rentals in Alabama31:19 What to Look for in Rental Properties33:01 Section 8 Rentals & Cash Flow35:47 Leverage & Paying Down Loans36:17 Diversifying Beyond Land Flipping38:02 Managing Risk with Profit First38:34 Balancing Family & Business42:20 Leadership & Delegation Lessons43:37 The VA Hub48:26 Final Advice

🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================Ron Apke sits down with Charles Mcewan, a former house wholesaler who discovered land investing and completely changed his life. After struggling to make $13K in a year wholesaling, Charles found our podcast, switched to land, and closed three deals in his first month. Now, with six deals in the pipeline worth $110K, he’s averaging one land deal a month and chasing a $300K goal for 2026.What You’ll Learn:- How Charles transitioned from houses to land- His texting and marketing strategy- Building trust with sellers- Double-closing insights & profit margins- Mindset and goals for long-term success================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS0:00 Intro1:00 From Houses to Land Flipping2:30 First 3 Land Deals in a Month4:00 Moving Into Bigger Acreage5:00 Six Deals Worth $110K6:00 Why He Left House Wholesaling7:30 Stop Throwing Away Land Leads8:30 SMS Marketing Strategy9:30 Building Seller Trust11:00 Double Closing Explained13:00 Finding “Unknown Heir” Deals15:00 Lessons From Scaling Failures17:00 Efficiency Over Volume19:00 Power of Consistency21:00 Running a Lean Business23:00 Balancing Job, Family, and Land25:00 Value of Mentorship27:00 Using The Land Portal Tool29:00 Turning a Landlocked Lot Profitable31:00 Final Advice for New Investors

🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================In this episode, Ron Apke breaks down the five biggest reasons why using a real estate agent or broker to sell your land can cost you serious money, especially if you’re just getting started in land investing. From delayed listings and bad comps to agents who simply don’t understand land, Ron shares real examples of why it’s almost always better to list your properties yourself. If you’ve ever wondered whether hiring a realtor makes sense for land deals, this episode will open your eyes to what’s really happening behind the scenes.What You’ll Learn:- Why most real estate agents don’t truly understand land deals- How listing delays can cost you momentum (and profits)- The biggest comping mistakes brokers make that undervalue your land- How agents’ pricing strategies can make buyers lose confidence- The real reason brokers undersell your property, and how to avoid it================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro – Why You Shouldn’t Use a Land Broker0:36 5 Reasons to Avoid Using Land Brokers1:09 #1 – It’s Hard to Choose the Right Broker2:55 #2 – Brokers Slow Down the Selling Process6:01 #3 – Most Brokers Aren’t Great at Comping Land9:59 #4 – Brokers Don’t Always Understand Land12:08 #5 – Brokers Undersell Properties and Cost You Profit17:58 Recap: 5 Reasons Brokers Hurt Land Investors18:32 Final Thoughts – When to List Yourself vs. Hire an Agent

🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================📣 Want to work with Casey? Connect with him here: https://thesubdivideguys.com/In this episode, Ron Apke talks with land investor Casey Cavell, who went from selling homes in college to closing a $300,000 subdivide land deal just months into land investing. Casey shares how he spotted opportunity in a “bad market,” scaled quickly by focusing on bigger deals, and built a system to reduce risk through relationships with sellers and other investors.What You Will Learn in this episode:* Why Casey switched from real estate to land* How he flipped a 70-acre property for $300k profit* How building relationships lowers risk and unlocks deals* The power of “survey hack” opportunities* Where the land market is headed================================ 🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro0:48 – Starting Out in Real Estate2:32 – Lessons From 2008 Crash4:04 – Skills for Land Investing5:41 – First Months in Land7:18 – Going After Bigger Deals9:04 – Casey’s First 70 Acre Deal12:16 – Funding Deals: Cash vs Investors13:50 – Advice for Beginners15:59 – Meeting Sellers in Person18:05 – Scaling After First Deal19:40 – 50 Acre Nashville Case Study22:17 – Solving Seller Problems23:59 – Building Trust With Sellers25:56 – Staying Focused in Land27:01 – Current Land Market Insights29:52 – Analyzing Counties & Demand32:05 – Relationships vs Mass Marketing35:04 – Why Talking to Owners Matters36:15 – Faith and Mindset in Business39:00 – Setting Goals in Land Investing42:01 – Final Advice for New Investors42:24 – Where to Find Casey