Got Laid Off. Flipped a House. Made $35K First Deal. Here's How.
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📉 Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? This episode of The Wisconsin Investor Podcast features Eric Nelson, a former 20-year corporate employee who walked away from his job at US Cellular — and flipped his first house for a $35,000 profit in just 70 days.
🎙️ In this inspiring interview, Eric breaks down:
- How he turned a severance package into a real estate business
- The foundation problem flip that scared away other investors (but made him $35K)
- Leveraging Home Depot’s kitchen design services to save time and money
- Transitioning from corporate structure to entrepreneurial freedom
- Balancing work-life with a blended family of 6 kids
- Building out a portfolio of long-term and short-term rentals
- How he handles low appraisals and confidently runs the numbers
đź’¬ Want to connect with Eric personally?
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(Tip: Look for the profile showing a family man, investor, and Midwest local — that's our guy.)
💥 Whether you're new to investing or looking to scale, Eric's story proves you don’t need decades of experience — just the guts to get started and a smart strategy. His journey from “flip phones to flipping houses” will leave you inspired, educated, and ready to take action.
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