Check out this interview with Gabriel Hamel, a successful real estate investor who has built an incredible real estate empire from scratch with no investors and achieved financial freedom at 27. He prioritizes family and relationships, hires third-party administrators to manage most of his properties, and only has one employee across a massive portfolio of properties. In this interview, Gabriel shares his journey as an entrepreneur and offers valuable insights into achieving work-life balance and financial independence. Whether you're starting as an entrepreneur or looking to take your career and personal life to the next level, you won't want to miss Gabriel's inspiring stories and practical advice.

• You can build a big portfolio with no investors, but rather creativity, hard work, and building strong relationships.


• Delegating responsibilities to third parties is crucial for flexibility and freedom when managing multiple properties, preserving the time freedom you aimed for. Understanding the reasons behind your pursuit of financial freedom and aligning goals with your desired lifestyle are vital for achieving work-life balance.


• Intentional Imbalance: How Gabe prioritizes different areas his life to spend extra attention to 


• Gabe’s approach to powerful habits

Episode Highlights:

[01:05 ] From Wrestling to Real Estate: Gabriel Hamel's Unique Path to Investment Success 

Successful real estate investor Gabriel Hamel shares his insights and experience. With an entrepreneurial spirit, he discovered his inclination towards disciplines like wrestling and military training, which aligned better with his personality than a conventional job. Inspired by "Rich Dad Poor Dad," Gabriel ventured into real estate investing in 2005. He believes in calculated risks and a balanced offensive and defensive approach to investment decisions.

[07:40 ] Maximizing ROI with Creative Financing: Gabriel Hamel's Advice
Gabriel attained financial freedom through real estate investments, exceeding expenses. He actively builds relationships and engages in conversations for deals. Focusing on high-return areas like mobile home parks and commercial complexes, he emphasizes diverse financial options for property sellers. Creativity combined with a supportive bank leads to bigger deals and goal fulfillment.

[18:20 ] Working Smarter, Not Harder: Gabriel Hamel's ApproachLifestyle Design

Gabriel delegates property management to focus on the bigger picture. Financial freedom grants time freedom, but many in real estate work even harder. He emphasizes understanding personal motivations and aligning goals with the desired lifestyle.

[22:30 ] The importance of Clarity in Real Estate: why is it important to remember why you started in Real Estate
Gabriel advises intentional and strategic approaches in real estate to prevent excessive work. Taking calculated risks and prioritizing goals is key. Effective communication, delegation, and intentional imbalance contribute to success.

[27:00 ] Intentional Imbalance, focus on what you need
Gabriel values intentional imbalance, prioritizing different aspects of life as needed. Initially focused on financial freedom, he now emphasizes family. Open communication and understanding strengthen his relationship with his wife. They adapt priorities between business, family, and personal development, emphasizing intentionality and consistency.

[34:50 ] Long-Term Health and Fitness for Entrepreneurs

Motivation and habits are crucial for quitting alcohol and staying healthy, according to Gabriel, Pasha, and Cody. Gabriel emphasizes the importance of a clear reason for maintaining long-term healthy habits, while Cody's 45-day challenge demonstrates personal motivation. Consistent habits, prioritizing healthy eating and regular training, are key for long-term health and fitness. Entrepreneurs must prioritize physical health as it affects all aspects of life.