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Hi Tim, it’s a pleasure to have you speak to us. You’ve grown so much in your career and inspired so many people to follow in your footsteps. What initially drew you to the world of real estate investing?
Back in 1983, I saw a late-night real estate infomercial featuring Carlton Sheets with a program called No Down Payment. I bought that program and knew being a real estate investor was my career path.
Can you walk us through your journey, the challenges you faced, and the strategies you adopted to achieve your first million in real estate?
When I started my real estate investing career, I only had $368 in my bank account. I found a mentor who challenged me by saying if I would agree to