You Control Your Environment with David Pere

In this podcast episode featuring guest David Pere, listeners are taken on a journey from his time in the Marines to achieving financial freedom through real estate investment. David shares insights into his military service experiences, including logistics, teaching, and deployment, and reflects on finding fulfillment in his career. The discussion expands to explore the benefits of living in the Midwest, travel experiences, and the importance of experiencing different cultures. 

David emphasizes supporting veterans and repurposing vacant buildings for housing and community services. The conversation delves into social issues like homelessness and entrepreneurship opportunities, focusing on helping veterans achieve financial independence. 

David offers valuable advice on podcasting, personal branding, and effective networking at conferences, highlighting the significance of genuine connections and providing value to others. The episode concludes with strategies for standing out in a crowded online space and maximizing opportunities for professional growth through networking.

Highlights:

{01:30} David Pere's journey, Transition from military life to real estate investing

{10:44} Appreciation for travel and experiencing different cultures

{20:45} What makes a Titan 

{35:30} Financial freedom and real estate investment as post-military goals

{40:45} Social issues and policies related to homelessness, sex work, and human trafficking

{51:00} Branding and Personal Identity

David Pere Bio:

David Pere joined the Marine Corps in August 2008. Since that time, he has lived in Japan, California, Missouri, and Hawaii. Through the Marine Corps, he has traveled to many other places, including Thailand, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan, Germany, and several other states throughout the continental United States.

His awards include two Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, and a Combat Action Ribbon. David also earned an Associate of Arts Degree from the American Public University System and the underlying American Military University. David specializes in motor transportation and logistics but has also excelled in such billets as Ground Safety Manager, Command Financial Specialist, and Staff Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (SNCOIC) of Recruiting SubStation Springfield, MO, where he was selected as the SNCOIC of the Year in 2016!

David started real estate investing in 2015 after reading “Rich Dad Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki. He house-hacked a duplex with the FHA loan and lived there until he received orders to Hawaii. David has two children, Cody (14) and Jackson (6).

While stationed