JobGuppy
JobGuppy is a podcast on a mission to help career explorers and job seekers find out from real people what a specific career or job is really like on a day-to-day basis. Join your host Chris Hodges as he takes you on a deep dive with each guest as they break down their line of work. You'll hear from experienced, working professionals with transparent, realistic, and job-specific insight about their daily roles. Everything from job search recommendations to income and salaries, Chris speaks to questions like, "Do I need to go to college for this job, how much college, what is work-life balance like, and are there travel opportunities?" And the best part is the ending where the guest shares their inspirational insight for the next person wanting to get started on their career journey. Tune in each week for a deeper understanding of different career paths.
JobGuppy
Behind the Scenes of a Real Estate Investor in a Family Business
Summary: Jason Grote, a residential real estate investor, shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey in the real estate industry. He discusses working with family, balancing office work and field work, and the process of real estate investing. He also highlights the financial challenges and the importance of budgeting. Jason emphasizes the need for fortitude and self-drive in entrepreneurship and the un-glamorous side of the real estate business. He provides advice for newcomers, including the importance of networking and finding a niche that interests them. Jason reflects on his own experiences and offers insights into creating a successful career in real estate.
JobGuppy show notes and other related items at:
https://jobguppy.com/real-estate/residential-real-estate-investor-jason-grote/
Key takeaways:
- Working with family in a real estate business can be successful if roles and responsibilities are clearly defined.
- There are many ways to get involved in real estate investment. So find your niche and focus on that.
- In Jason's opinion, look for the areas of real estate that interest you the most to help find your niche. If you do it just for the money, it may not last.
- It takes time. And once one door opens, it starts leading to other doors opening.
Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
03:26 Roles and Responsibilities in Residential Real Estate
05:46 The Process of Real Estate Investing
07:14 Traits and Skills for Success in Real Estate
09:38 Challenges and Lessons Learned in Real Estate
11:04 The Reality of Real Estate vs. Glamorized Perception
14:50 Passion for Real Estate and Working with People
16:15 Certifications and Networking in Real Estate
19:38 Resources for Learning and Networking in Real Estate
21:05 Advice for Newcomers in Real Estate
22:33 Prioritizing and Maintaining Relationships in Entrepreneurship
25:00 Finding Your Niche and Enjoying the Real Estate Journey
27:23 Conclusion and Next Steps