In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews general dentist and real estate investor Alexandra Burnham. Alexandra has only been in the investing game for about three years, but she’s already making waves with investments in Kansas City, Phoenix, and Fort Lauderdale.

New real estate investors often believe the only way to attain the money they need for deals is to borrow from banks. But what if we told you that banks aren’t the only way to borrow money for deals?

In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Franco Perez, owner and founder of Franco Mobile Homes. Franco is a YouTuber, manufactured home developer and is in the business of breaking the stigma and stereotypes surrounding mobile homes.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, join Jonathan as he takes a fascinating tour of real estate investing with Chad Zdenek, a seasoned professional engineer, licensed general contractor, and former CEO of Mobile Illumination. From his early fascination with construction to earning an MBA in entrepreneurship, Chad shares his inspiring journey and imparts valuable insights on passive income, building syndications, and the pros and cons of being a general or limited partner.

Imagine stepping into an exciting world of real estate investing, guided by the lessons learned from seasoned entrepreneur, and former mayor, Perry Keenan. Now, picture navigating this vibrant landscape using insights gained from unique experiences, from flipping houses to dealing with tricky tenants and managing a mobile home park. Sounds intriguing, doesn't it?

Having jumped into the real estate world with no prior experience and coming out at the other end with more than 30 units to her name, Ashley is an inspiration for rookies and seasoned investors alike. She discusses her journey from an accountant to a property manager and eventually a successful investor. Learn how her accounting background was vital in managing properties effectively and why good bookkeeping is essential for every real estate venture.

Austin's unique approach to real estate investment, founded on lessons from his past experiences and military training, is a testament to the power of a strong mindset. He dove headfirst into his first property investment, an old family home, teaching us that there's no better teacher than experience. His mantra? It's all about having the heart and mind in sync, knowing when to take risks, and learning along the way.

In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan brings you Cameron Barsanti's journey from the unpredictable world of entertainment to the solid ground of real estate investing. Despite starting out with little to no money, Cameron and his wife discovered the potential of leveraging the equity in their home to invest in properties in Texas and New Mexico, leading to his newfound passion - self-storage.

Prepare to step into the world of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as Jonathan sits down with one of the industry’s brightest minds, Derek Sherrell.

In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan sits down with trailblazer Craig Curelop, the founder of The FI Team and author of the acclaimed House Hacking Strategy book for Bigger Pockets. Craig shares his journey from his very first investment property, a duplex near the Bigger Pockets office, to becoming a respected figure in the industry. His advice? Break some comfort zones!

What if you could journey from your first house hack to owning a real estate empire? Brace yourselves for an eye-opening conversation as Jonathan interviews Matt Faircloth, the founder and CEO of DeRosa Group and the author of the Amazon bestseller Raising Private Capital. 

What if you could transform your life through real estate investing while still maintaining your day job? That's exactly what Tim Lyons, Jonathan’s guest this week--co-founder and managing partner of Cityside Capital--accomplished.

Ever dreamt of escaping the daily grind and owning your own town? Well, that's exactly what real estate investor Jon Jasniak did!

What happens when a corporate engineer at Boeing unexpectedly dives into the world of real estate investing? Mike DeHaan joins Jonathan on this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing to share his incredible journey, revealing how a sudden rent increase and a chance encounter with an investor-friendly realtor sparked his interest in the industry. They discuss the importance of building trust and strong relationships in real estate and how having the right realtor can be the key to success.

Have you ever wondered what 27 years of real estate experience and a five-generation family history can teach you about the world of property investing? This week, Jonathan chats with Shannon Robnett, a seasoned real estate professional who has been involved in over $350 million worth of construction projects throughout his career.

Many new real estate investors are first introduced to investing when they learn about house hacking. They view it as a clever way to pay their mortgage while saving for their next home. For others, it introduces them to the world of real estate investing.

The path to building real estate wealth is often a winding one. Most real estate investors don’t grow up knowing that they want to own or invest in it. In fact, it’s more usual that they stumble upon the idea before diving into it as a career.

When you think of real estate investing, you probably envision houses, retail space, or maybe industrial buildings. But one of the easiest ways to get started in the business is to invest in land.

In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan welcomes guest Ashley Wilson of Bar Down Investments and Apartment Addicts. Ashley began investing in real estate with her husband in 2009. Today, she is the bestselling author of The Only Woman in the Room, has managed over $10 million in construction, and has been involved in over $120 million in transactions.

When it comes to real estate and taxes, many investors just don’t know what they’re doing. That lack of education and understanding could cost them a lot of money.

There are multiple reasons someone might have yet to learn about how taxes affect their bottom line, and sometimes, it just comes down to them not being ready. But if you are prepared to learn, knowing some simple tax rules as they apply to businesses.