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.

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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