Have you ever wondered how someone scales from a simple house hack duplex to 40 units, raking in an astonishing 15K monthly in passive income? 

In this episode, Taylor welcomes Anton Ivanov – a tenacious real estate investor who did just that in a decade. From personalizing direct mailers to venturing into out-of-state turnkey properties to the power of local market analysis, Anton demystifies the journey to financial freedom in real estate. It's not a 'get rich quick' gig – it's about the grind, the dedication, and always being ready to learn. 

Dive into this episode to discover how a mix of grit, strategy, and consistent effort led Anton to build a thriving real estate empire. 

[00:00 - 10:02 ] Building a Successful Real Estate Portfolio with Turnkey Investing

• Introducing Anton to the show


• Analyze the market, neighborhood, property, and vendor before buying


• Turnkey properties can be a good acquisition strategy but may not provide the best discount

[10:03 - 24:47 ] Success in Real Estate Through Personal Connections and Direct Mail

• Investing in markets with reasonable price and rent appreciation over time can lead to higher ROI


• Anton looked at off-market deals, including through personal connections and direct mail


• The real estate market was heating up in the 2017-2019 timeframe


• Anton used a template to write personalized letters to property owners with their name, photo of the property, and offer terms

[24:46 - 28:46 ] $15,000 a Month in Passive Income

• Real estate is not a get-rich-quick scheme


• Financial independence requires consistent effort and learning from mistakes

[28:47 - 34:45 ] Closing Segment

• Best investment: two property tech companies, Deal Check and Rent Cast


• Worst investment: spending time and energy with people who don't add value to life


• The most important lesson: not be afraid to start small

Quotes:

"Turnkey is just another acquisition strategy if you approach it correctly." - Anton Ivanov

"Don't be discouraged, and don't be put off by people doing private sales. The more you network, the more you'll be in the right place in their mind." - Anton Ivanov

"Don't be afraid to start small." - Anton Ivanov

Connect with Anton!

www.DealCheck.io

www.RentCast.io 

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