The Real Estate Investing Podcast

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Land Portal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. 🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.================================In this episode, Kay Walker returns to the podcast to break down how she pivoted from short-term rentals into a high-performing land investing business; closing 30+ deals in under two years. Kay shares her success with bringing her direct mail in-house and how this deal flow will allow her to fund  start-up a land brokerage company in her home state.If you want a real-world look at modern land investing strategy, operations, and what it actually takes to build momentum fast, this is a must-watch!🌐Checkout Kay's first episode================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro00:19 – Airbnb to land02:23 – Mail marketing decision04:36 – Pro’s of in-house marketing09:31 – Disposition partnerships12:58 – Build from failure15:39 – More vs less marketing18:22 – The importance of funders21:32 – Media presence22:44 – Land shifts in 202625:10 – Local land brokerage27:26 – Don’t hire when starting30:34 – Outro

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Land Portal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. 🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.================================In this episode, Ron and Dan break down the 2026 land investing texting blueprint and explain how to maximize SMS to generate more land deals. They will discuss how to build a text market campaign, what texting platforms investors use, and how to turn text leads into real conversations and closed properties. If you’re wondering whether texting still works for land investing, this episode shows what’s working right now!🌐 Start your first texting campaign with these platforms: Launch ControlSmarter Contact ================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠⁠⁠⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro 01:12 – Text vs mail marketing03:27 – Text list criteria05:07 – Multi-touch marketing06:15 – Texting operations07:56 – First text message10:19 – Text to phone strategy14:22 – Texting for high-volume deals17:28 – Closing advice18:27 – Outro

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Land Portal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. 🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.================================In this episode, Ron sits down with Andrew Short, owner of a high-volume land investing business that specializes in land improvements & developments. Andrew breaks down how to identify undervalued land through smart due diligence,  building strong relationships with funding partners to buy these properties, and increasing deal velocity with strategic improvements like clearing and septic approvals.If you want a practical, no-fluff blueprint to take your land deals to the next level, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!🌐 Connect with Andrew Short================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro00:27 – Andrew’s real estate journey06:15 – Shift from houses to land12:17 – Shovel-ready strategy18:12 – House vs land deals22:22 – De-risking tactics25:27 – Land professional mindset30:16 – Fixed & targeted marketing38:54 – High-impact improvements44:03 – Funding relationships48:39 – Scaling with trust52:52 – Advice for beginners56:23 – Outro

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠👉 Land Portal⁠⁠⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. 🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.================================In this episode, Logan Perlaky returns to the podcast to break down how he scaled from his first land deal to over $200K in profit in just one year. We dive deep into what actually worked in 2025, including the direct mail strategies he used to find deals, how subdivides helped him increase profits, and the simple systems that allowed him to close 9 deals with minimal time invested. Logan also shares how he built a profitable land investing business without quitting his W-2, while finishing his MBA and preparing to start a family with his wife.If you want a clear, realistic path to building a profitable land investing business without gambling everything or burning out, this episode shows exactly what’s possible, and how to start doing it!🌐 Check out Logan’s first episode here!================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro00:15 – Logan's first subdivide01:52 – Scaling in 202503:03 – Rural mail strategy06:02 – Slow scaling mindset07:54 – 10k mailers plan10:03 – Defined roles10:57 – Subdivide criteria11:34 – Texting vs mail12:51 – Profit & efficiency15:45 – Business motivation17:00 – 2026 goals18:39 – The opportunity in land20:26 – Growth & balance25:38 – Closing advice26:52 – Outro

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠👉 Land Portal⁠⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. 🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠⁠ here.================================In this episode, Ron & Darrick break down how to sell land faster and smarter in 2026, even in an uncertain market, with proven land investing disposition strategies that are working right now. Darrick shares his step-by-step system for leveraging Zillow, Facebook Marketplace, and the MLS to drive more eyes to your properties and sell land without slashing the price.If you’re sitting on land inventory or want to improve your land investing sales strategy, this episode shows you exactly how to get more eyes on your properties and turn listings into sold deals!================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro00:30 – Holiday buying behavior02:50 – December deal results03:38 – 2026 Sell strategy05:18 – Zillow leverage07:17 – Social media leverage08:55 – Smart price drops10:28 – Flat-rate brokers13:11 – End-buyer groups14:30 – Views & saves targets19:10 – Signs & drone marketing21:24 – Days on market22:06 – Be proactive when selling23:42 – Photo recommendations24:27 – Outro

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠👉 Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. 🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.================================In this episode, Ron sits down with Chris Ramirez to break down how he went from warehouse jobs and failed side hustles to building a highly profitable land investing business in just three years. Chris shares exactly how he made his first $15K deal, scaled past six figures, and used simple land flipping strategies like direct mail and texting to consistently find motivated sellers.If you want a real, transparent look at land investing, scaling a land business, and what it actually takes to succeed, this episode is packed with actionable insights you don’t want to miss!🌐 Connect with Chris Ramirez: InstagramTikTok================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro00:49 – College & early hustles02:38 – Finding land investing03:21 – First 12 months05:36 – Consistency pays off07:02 – Infill VS Recreational08:08 – Documenting the journey09:28 – $500K Goal12:10 – Coaching startup13:44 – Quick decision mindset17:00 – Building the team18:19 – The simple deal strategy21:01 – Conviction & consistency23:32 – Adapt & stand out27:49 – Chris’s last advice28:45 – Outro

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? 👉 Land Portal⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠Land Portal University⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. 🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠FREE strategy call⁠ here.================================In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with veteran land investor, Travis King, to reveal how he scaled from flipping $500 lots from Ebay to closing 6-figure land deals through private capital, smarter marketing, and value-adding strategies. Travis breaks down what’s actually working in today’s land investing market, from new strategies targeting landlocked properties and subdivisions to standing out with segmented direct-to-seller marketing.If you want to build a scalable land investing business, replace your W-2 income, and make fewer deals for bigger profits, this episode is a must-watch!🌐 Connect with Travis King: https://travisking.com/ @_travisaking================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro01:10 – Early real estate journey03:29 – Land Auctions04:33 – Direct mail shift05:58 – Building the business08:10 – Replacing W-2 income11:59 – Private Funding/Lending23:52 – Value-add strategies28:50 – Marketing that stands out37:18 – Future of land investing42:20 – Advice for beginners46:42 – Outro

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠Land Portal⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠Land Portal University⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠FREE strategy call⁠ here.In this episode, Ron Apke reveals the 5 biggest land investing mistakes costing investors money in 2025, and how to fix them before 2026. From avoiding seller conversations to inconsistent marketing and missed profit strategies, Ron explains what’s holding investors back and how to take action to close more land deals, faster. If you want to buy land cheaper, sell land more creatively, and scale your land investing business, this episode is a must-watch.What You Will Learn:- Why talking to sellers and negotiating is essential to getting deals- How inconsistency leads to missed deals and lost income- Why slow decisions cost you opportunities- How relationships unlock more and bigger land deals- Ways to increase profits beyond simple cash sales================================TIME STAMPS0:00 – Intro0:26 – Mistake #1: Sales mindset0:47 – Seller relationships1:26 – Practice calls1:51 – Hard conversations2:44 – Why it matters now3:07 – Mistake #2: Inconsistent marketing3:26 – Mail volume example4:14 – Cost of inconsistency5:19 – Mistake #3: Slow decisions5:42 – Negotiation example6:03 – Decide faster7:19 – Mistake #4: No funding partners7:46 – 50/50 funding8:25 – Cheaper capital9:56 – Funding systems10:22 – Mistake #5: One exit strategy10:51 – Alternative exits11:41 – Add value12:27 – Recap & close

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 Land Portal gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus Land Portal University, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a FREE strategy call here.In this episode, Billy Griffin explains how successful investors are adapting as the land market changes. Discover why basic land flips are harder today, how value-add strategies like subdividing and clearing create better exits, and why pricing land affordably is critical for faster sales. This episode breaks down what’s working right now in land flipping and raw land investing.================================⁠TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro01:05 – Billy’s land investing start03:10 – Early land flip strategy05:20 – Why basic flips stopped working07:00 – Shift to local value-add deals08:35 – Clearing and improving land10:15 – ROI on land improvements12:00 – Project-based deal margins13:50 – Paying closer to market value15:40 – Subdividing for better exits17:20 – Entitlements and approvals19:45 – Mail vs cold calling22:10 – Working with family24:40 – Post-COVID market changes27:10 – Exit strategy importance29:30 – Conservative buying today32:05 – Creative access deals39:20 – Final advice

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.================================🌐 Connect with Tyler Findley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-findley-6a926b75/In this episode, we talk with Tyler Findley of Hughston Homes about how builders actually buy land, from sourcing off-market deals to navigating zoning, utilities, and entitlements. Tyler breaks down what makes land valuable to developers, why some deals die during the entitlement process, and how land investors can position their properties to sell to builders. If you’re flipping land, doing minor subdivisions, or looking to move into higher-level land development, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how real land deals get done. ================================SOCIALRon's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠================================TIME STAMPS00:00 – Intro00:41 – Builder overview01:55 – Finding land deals02:41 – LDP explained03:02 – Entitled vs raw land04:05 – Selling to builders05:38 – Door knocking strategy06:30 – Utilities & buildability07:16 – Zoning & density08:07 – Managing entitlements09:11 – Deal sourcing focus10:57 – Market conditions12:20 – Building & inventory13:48 – Operating at scale16:24 – Cost overruns18:16 – Infill & affordability19:19 – Market outlook21:12 – Regulation challenges27:15 – Entitlement risk29:04 – Investor advice33:09 – Target markets35:13 – Wrap-up

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.In this episode, former Army Special Operations pilot Christian Ruf explains why hiring for attributes over experience is the fastest way to grow. We break down when business owners become the bottleneck, how elite operators drive results without industry experience, and what it takes to make your first high-level hire the right way.================================ 🔥 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 – Intro01:19 – Choosing Army aviation02:25 – Joining the 160th Night Stalkers03:21 – Leaving the military04:15 – Entering business operations05:29 – First executive placement06:25 – Opportunity-driven entrepreneurship07:25 – Leadership growth through environment08:18 – Leading elite teams10:01 – Learning from those you lead11:43 – Traits of top leaders13:30 – Hiring for attributes14:35 – Defining roles by outcomes16:06 – Why special ops succeed in business18:47 – Structuring the first 90 days21:15 – How Uncommon Elite hires27:09 – ROI of high-level hires37:38 – AI, efficiency, and leadership39:08 – Closing and where to connect

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.================================👉 Follow Kacper on X: https://x.com/kacper_pchnkIn this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Kacper Piechek, a land investor who went from zero experience to making over $170,000 on his first land deal and later scaling to nearly $800K per year. Kacper shares how he got started in land investing, why persistence and follow-up matter more than experience, and how he built a scalable land flipping business using direct mail, cold calling, and systems. If you want to land your first deal or scale your land investing business, this episode is a must-watch.================================TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro02:00 – Kacper’s background and entrepreneurship04:30 – Discovering land investing06:30 – The $170K first land deal09:30 – Dealing with easements and neighbors12:00 – Early marketing and follow-up14:30 – Lessons from the first year17:00 – Building a land investing team19:30 – In-house cold calling strategy22:00 – Scaling systems and KPIs24:30 – Moving into larger land deals27:00 – Entitlement and development projects29:30 – Market conditions for land31:30 – Advice for new land investors34:00 – Long-term goals and growth36:00 – Where to find Kacper37:30 – Final thoughts

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.================================🎙️Listen to Brandon's podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3sfLINRrRKZR9f_Q-QvDCNNQ7qRqaQRh🌐 Connect With Brandon: Website: https://landai.ai/X: Brandon Parker_o================================In this episode, Brandon Parker, founder of LandAI, shares how conversational AI is revolutionizing lead generation and qualification for land investors. He breaks down the pivot from traditional cold calling to AI-driven systems that produce higher-quality leads, streamline operations, and help investors scale. Brandon also reveals performance data, key industry trends, and why automation is now essential for staying competitive in the land-flipping market.================================TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro0:48 – Brandon’s Background in Land1:40 – Previous Real Estate Experience2:01 – Why He Chose Land3:07 – Operator Mindset4:22 – Transition from Cold Calling to AI5:14 – Building the AI Lead Manager6:09 – How the AI System Works6:56 – AI Compliance & Live Transfers7:54 – Shortened Cold Call Script8:22 – AI Property Data Integration9:26 – Fast Pivot to LandAI10:00 – Lead Quality vs. Lead Volume12:31 – Reducing Churn Through Better Leads13:27 – Nurture Sequence Overview14:39 – Market Trends in Land Investing17:28 – Client Results & Performance Metrics

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.================================🎙️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

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.================================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

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.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================================ ================================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

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.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================================ ================================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

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.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.================================ ================================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

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.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

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?👉 ⁠⁠Land Portal⁠⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠⁠Land Portal University⁠⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal.🎯 Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?Schedule a ⁠⁠FREE strategy call⁠⁠ here.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