In this episode, Chad Ackerman breaks down how he went from a 25+ year W2 career to building financial freedom through passive real estate investing. After years of chasing single-family flips, rentals, and wholesale deals, he discovered the power of becoming a limited partner in commercial real estate—and everything changed.
Chad shares how he built multiple income streams, liquidated his 401(k), cofounded one of the nation’s fastest-growing passive investor communities (Left Field Investors), and now coaches professionals on how to invest confidently as LPs. You’ll learn why bonus depreciation, operator selection, and narrow diversification are the foundations of successful passive investing—and why most W2 professionals overlook this “third path.”
Whether you're new to passive real estate or ready to scale beyond single-family rentals, this episode gives you clear frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and a repeatable system for evaluating syndications and private real estate funds.
In This Video:
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How Chad discovered passive investing after years of shiny-object chasing
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Why active landlording burns out most W2 investors
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The real difference between active vs passive real estate
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Why bonus depreciation is a game-changer for passive investors
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How to evaluate operators before wiring capital
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The importance of narrow diversification across asset classes
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How to become a passive real estate investor step-by-step
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When (and when not) to consider liquidating a 401(k)
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Why limited partner investing can outperform small rentals
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How professionals can replace their W2 income with passive cash flow
Learn More About Chad Here:
- Chad Ackerman Real Estate - https://chadackermanrealestate.com/
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