How does a teenager go from flipping code and mining Bitcoin to owning over 600 real estate units—all before turning 30?
In this episode, Morgan Ehrenzeller, a real estate investor who began his entrepreneurial journey at just 14, shares how his early ventures in software and cryptocurrency laid the groundwork for his transition into real estate, where he now owns hundreds of units across multiple states. His story is grounded in resourcefulness, persistence, and a hands-on understanding of construction from his upbringing.
[00:01 - 07:36] From Coding to Bitcoin: The Early Hustle
- How Morgan’s frustration with PayPal led him to discover Bitcoin
- Why he started a software company at 14 and profited by 15
- The importance of finding workarounds when traditional systems don’t support you
[07:37 - 14:29] First Real Estate Deal at 17
- How the decision to invest stemmed from observing wealthy individuals
- The significance of his construction background in evaluating properties
- What it meant to Morgan to secure his first duplex with only $5,000
[14:30 - 21:03] Scaling Without the Bank
- Why traditional banks rejected him and how that shaped his strategy
- How creative financing allowed him to bypass institutional limitations
- The importance of using past success to attract investor capital
[21:04 – 28:20] Community as Strategy
- How he leverages mentorship groups for faster learning and connection
- Why starting a community helps with deal flow and boots-on-the-ground operations
- The need to align human capital, media, tech, and capital for business success
[28:21 - 34:58] Giving Back and Building Legacy
- What drives Morgan to keep going despite financial security
- The importance of being around people who live the life you want
- Why working for free under the right mentor can be more valuable than a salary
Connect with Morgan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-ehrenzeller-7353651a5
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganehrenzeller/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morganehrenzeller
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“You have four levers in business: capital, human capital, media, and technology. If you can blend them, you’re really well positioned.” - Morgan Ehrenzeller
“The more you learn, the more you earn. That stuck with me since my teenage years.” - Morgan Ehrenzeller
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