Can one focused year of lead generation change your entire real estate career? In this episode, Carl SanFilippo, real estate broker, investor, and founder of a top-ranked RE/MAX franchise in New Jersey, shares how he went from a “dream job” he hated to building multiple businesses by mastering lead generation, distressed property niches, and scaling through smart investing. He dives into the transition from agent to investor, the power of REOs and short sales, and why patience and consistency matter more than flashy marketing. Carl also explains how he helps his agents build their long-term wealth through real estate investing.
[00:01 - 07:35] The Sliding Door Moment
- Why Carl left his stable job to pursue real estate with zero clients or cash
- How he used a 0% credit card to survive his first year
- The importance of treating real estate like a full-time job from day one
[07:36 - 14:58] Building a Niche in Distressed Properties
- How Carl built his business by targeting distressed property leads
- The significance of learning lead generation techniques that scale
- Why having a clear niche helps agents stand out in a crowded market
[14:59 - 21:14] From Realtor to Investor
- What mindset shift helped Carl transition from flipping to holding
- Why buying even one property can become a wealth-building strategy
- The importance of scale in reducing investment risk
[21:15 - 28:00] Coaching Agents to Think Like Investors
- Why Carl pushes agents to invest in real estate
- How being a real estate professional creates tax advantages
- What agents need to understand about marketing and data targeting
[28:01 - 35:38] Data-Driven Growth & Expanding Into Commercial
- How Carl uses data to identify seller avatars and off-market deals
- What he looks for in a commercial property investment
- The importance of reputation and networking in deal flow
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- Carl SanFilippo
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