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September 21, 2025 47 mins

Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Dr. Axel Meierhoefer shares his remarkable journey from serving in the German Air Force to becoming a successful real estate investor and mentor. He discusses his transition to the United States through an exchange program with the US Air Force, his stint in the corporate world, and his eventual dive into real estate investing. Key insights include his approach to buying out-of-state investment properties, the importance of due diligence, and the value of mentorship in real estate.

In this episode:

  • Learn how shifting from pilot to investor highlights the power of embracing new opportunities.
  • Discover why treating real estate as a business is key to long-term financial success.
  • Understand how cash flow–focused strategies help weather financial crises and market downturns.
  • Grasp the value of mentorship, mindset, and turnkey solutions in building a resilient portfolio.
  • And so much more!


Key Moments:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:56 Meet Dr. Axel Meierhoefer

01:38 Dr. Hofer's Journey from Germany to the US

05:11 Discovering Real Estate Investing

18:29 Navigating the 2008 Financial Crisis

24:26 The Importance of Due Diligence in Real Estate Investing

24:46 Challenges and Realizations in Early Investments

26:12 Investing Out of State: A Strategic Approach

28:06 Discovering Turnkey Real Estate Investing

30:44 The Ideal Investor Show and Its Impact

32:46 Final Round: Insights and Reflections

43:57 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks


Find Axel Meierhoefer

Website: https://tinyurl.com/iwg-strategy

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameierhoefer/


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