From Near Bankruptcy to Empowering Others: How Chris Prefontaine Rebuilt after the 2008 Real Estate Crash

"From Near Bankruptcy to Empowering Others: How Chris Prefontaine Rebuilt after the 2008 Real Estate Crash"

In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman dives into Chris Prefontaine's remarkable journey from the brink of bankruptcy during the 2008 financial crash to building a thriving, sustainable real estate business. Chris candidly shares how facing financial turmoil forced him to reevaluate his strategies and mindset, ultimately learning the crucial lesson of stepping back and empowering others to help grow his business.

Through creative financing methods and an innovative mentorship model, Chris transformed his challenges into opportunities for abundance. This episode highlights the importance of mental fitness, partnerships, and learning to "get out of your own way" as keys to personal and professional success.

Guest Introduction:

Chris Prefontaine

Chris Prefontaine is a real estate mentor, best-selling author, and founder of Smart Real Estate Coach. After the 2008 financial crisis left him nearly bankrupt, Chris rebuilt his career by mastering creative financing strategies like owner financing and lease purchases. Today, his family-owned business thrives by partnering with mentees to close deals on terms, creating a win-win for all involved.

Episode Highlights:

• Near Bankruptcy: How the 2008 financial crash pushed Chris to develop creative strategies and a resilient mindset.
• Getting Out of Your Own Way: The pivotal lesson of delegating, trusting others, and focusing on leadership to scale his business.
• Creative Financing Mastery: Avoiding bank loans with methods like owner financing, rent-to-own, and lease purchases.
• Mentorship and Partnerships: Aligning goals with mentees to foster mutual growth and long-term success.
• Jessica’s Journey: A real estate success story from Tennessee, showcasing persistence through tough times.

Connect with Chris Prefontaine:

• Website: https://smartrealestatecoach.com/
• Email: [e-mail]
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smartrealestatecoach/
• Facebook: https://www.faceb