How Chad Freeman Built a 200-Pad Mobile Home Portfolio While Flying Full-Time and Helping Other Pilots Build Wealth
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Episode Summary
In this episode of Groundbreakers, Chad Freeman, founder of MHPinvestors and a full-time airline pilot, shares his remarkable journey from buying a $200 crash pad to building a 200-pad mobile home park portfolio. Chad opens up about how he and his wife started with small rentals and house hacks, and gradually scaled into mobile home parks to create generational wealth—without leaving their W2s behind.
Key Points Discussed
- From Side Hustle to Scale: Chad’s real estate journey started with buying a crash pad for fellow pilots and house hacking a duplex. Over time, he and his wife grew a real estate portfolio that now includes more than 200 mobile home pads.
- Mobile Home Parks as a Wealth Vehicle: Chad explains why he transitioned into affordable housing, the operational advantages of mobile home parks, and how he identifies value in secondary markets.
- Balancing Aviation and Real Estate: With a demanding career as a commercial pilot, Chad shares how he prioritizes family, carves out time to underwrite deals, and runs his business with efficiency.
- Raising Capital Through Authenticity: Chad breaks down how he built trust with investors, overcame imposter syndrome, and now helps other pilots and professionals grow their wealth through syndications.
- Lessons in Partnership and Process: From managing deals with his spouse to building systems to manage properties across multiple states, Chad shares the mindset shifts and tactical approaches that helped him scale.
Guest Information
- Name: Chad Freeman
- Role: Founder at MHPinvestors
- LinkedIn: Chad Freeman
- Website: MHPinvestors
Conclusion
Chad Freeman’s story is a blueprint for anyone balancing a demanding career while trying to build long-term wealth through real estate. His approach to niche investing, family partnership, and disciplined execution offers valuable lessons for both new and experienced operators.
Connect with Chad on LinkedIn or visit MHPinvestors to learn more about his deals and educational content for professionals looking to invest in affordable housing.