Episode Summary:

Join us in this inspiring episode of the Braving Business Podcast as we welcome Krystal and Dedric Polite, stars of the hit TV show 50/50 Flip on Hulu and A&E. Krystal and Dedric share their journey as first-generation real estate investors, where they have grown from owning three rental units to over 70 properties valued in the millions. They’ve built a real estate empire that demonstrates the potential for anyone, regardless of background, to create generational wealth through real estate investing.

Throughout the episode, they candidly discuss the challenges they faced along the way, including Dedric being fired from his job at HubSpot, Krystal facing eviction from her apartment for renting it on Airbnb, losing $10,000 to an unscrupulous consultant, and the intense workload of their show’s first season, where a team of three had to do the work of 13. Their resilience and determination to persevere shine through their remarkable story, providing valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and investors alike.

The Polites share their insights on scaling businesses, pivoting through adversity, and the importance of persistence in the face of failure. They also open up about their personal experiences and upcoming projects, including a $5 million Sky Zone project made possible through their real estate ventures. Parents to two young sons, Krystal and Dedric are passionate about giving back to their community, providing affordable housing, and empowering others through their real estate education platform.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Krystal’s early entrepreneurial spirit and Dedric’s traditional path before transitioning to real estate.

2. The challenges they faced in building their real estate business, including eviction, job loss, and nearly giving up.

3. Their first major real estate deal that earned them $105K and how it jump-started their success.

4. The journey from a side hustle to being offered a national TV show on Hulu and A&E.

5. The intense workload of 50/50 Flip's first season and how they persevered through it.

6. Lessons learned from failure and the mindset of persistence they’ve cultivated.

7. The importance of community-focused real estate investing and providing affordable housing.

8. The role of integrity and doing good while doing well in their business.

9. Their upcoming Sky Zone project and future business ventures.

10. Fun insight into their relationship, including how their first date was a business meeting.

Quotable Moments:

- "There’s nothing that can stop a man or woman who will not quit."

- "Do good while doing well."

Connect with Krystal & Dedric:

- Instagram: [Be Polite Properties](https://www.instagram.com/bepoliteproperties)

- Facebook: [Be Polite Properties](https://www.facebook.com/bepoliteproperties)

- YouTube: [Be Polite Properties](https://www.youtube.com/bepolite)

Listener Engagement:

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