Scaling Success: From Rentals to Hard Money Lending with Owen Dashner

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What’s the secret to turning personal connections into a thriving real estate empire?

Dive into this episode of Weiss Advice as Yonah sits down with Owen Dashner, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur. Owen shares his journey from corporate recruiting to managing a diverse portfolio of real estate investments and launching a successful hard money lending business. Packed with insights on navigating financial crises, leveraging networks, and finding the right business partners, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for both aspiring and seasoned investors.

[00:01 - 07:59] The Entrepreneurial Spark

• Owen’s entrepreneurial roots in a family of business owners
• Early struggles with finding a career path in corporate recruiting
• The shift from dissatisfaction to exploring real estate investments

[08:00 - 16:49] Flipping to Freedom

• Owen’s first steps into real estate
• The impact of the Great Financial Crisis on his strategy
• Discovering the power of networking and mentorship in real estate

[16:50 - 24:24] Networking: A Game-Changer

• The value of meeting 104 people in two years
• Using social media and local meetups to build a network
• Lessons learned from sharing knowledge and resources freely

[24:25 - 32:15] The Hard Money Success Story

• Starting a hard money lending business from scratch
• Scaling the business to $24 million in available capital
• The importance of underwriting like an investor

[32:16 - 37:20] Freedom and Fulfillment

• Transitioning from flipping to broader ventures, including multifamily properties
• How flexibility and time freedom define Owen’s vision of success
• Final reflections on learning, sharing, and continuing to grow

Connect with Owen:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/owen-dashner-20869a/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/

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Tweetable Quotes:

“It’s always a good thing to have one hand down and one hand up, helping people and learning from others.” – Owen Dashner

“Networking isn’t just about who you know, but who knows you.” – Owen Dashner

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