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March 5, 2025 36 mins

In this episode of Masters of Real Estate, host Matthew Owens welcomes Pete Reese, a seasoned land investor and entrepreneur, to discuss his journey from house flipping to building a thriving business in land development. Pete shares valuable insights into the unique strategies and systems he’s developed to capitalize on land investments, even in today’s competitive market.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Pivoting in Real Estate: Pete transitioned from house flipping to land investing after the 2008 housing market crash, discovering that land offered a simpler and less stressful investment model.
  2. The Power of Due Diligence: Pete emphasizes the importance of thorough due diligence, including title checks, access verification, and market research, to avoid purchasing problem properties.
  3. Value-Add Strategies in Land Investing: From minor improvements like clearing lots and completing surveys to larger projects like subdividing acreage, Pete demonstrates how strategic upgrades can significantly boost profitability.
  4. Market Selection Matters: Pete targets rural areas with high demand and minimal regulatory hurdles, avoiding markets with oversupply or complicated approval processes.
  • Connect with Pete Reese on LinkedIn: @partnerwithpete
  • Check out Pete’s Podcast: Turning Profit (available on YouTube: @turningprofit)
  • Join Pete’s Land Investing Community: Land Conquest (available on the Skool platform).
  • Learn more about partnering or private lending opportunities with Pete: TurningProfit.com

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