Some of the most successful real estate investors started out young, and with a lot of hard work, the right long-term relationships and the ability to overcome several challenges, have found themselves with hundreds of millions in assets under their belts. In this episode, Drew Breneman guests on the Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing podcast, where he shares his experiences of starting out in the industry at a mere 19-years-old. He shares that starting off by managing a multi-bedroom property taught him valuable lessons in tenant management and helped him understand the intricacies of property management, which still serve him today.

“After I graduated college, I had invested all the money that I had and then was thinking, what could I do? And I figured this would be the perfect time to learn.” - Drew Breneman

In this episode you will learn:

• The story of Drew's first real estate deal at age 19 and the early experiences that shaped his investment philosophy.
• The importance of diversification and specialization in real estate investing.
• How to effectively manage properties and the significance of maintaining them to enhance tenant behavior.
• The different approaches to risk assessment and the importance of focusing on long-term gains in real estate.
• The role of relationships and mentorship in achieving success as a real estate investor.
• Practical advice for new investors on keeping things simple and seeking guidance from experienced professionals.

Resources

• Listen to the original episode on the Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-a-blueprint-for-real-estate-success-with/id1618352739?i=1000609602941   
• Check out “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034  

This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:
https://www.zapods.com

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Investor List: https://www.breneman.com/invest
Passive RE Investor Guidebook: https://www.breneman.com/downloads
Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewbreneman