In this episode of Movers and Shakers, Gino Barbaro chats with Ethan Diaz, the remarkable young co-founder and acquisition manager at DB Invest. At just 21, Ethan has an impressive portfolio of 232 multifamily units and six triple net lease units. Discover how Ethan defied age stereotypes to become a real estate powerhouse, starting his first deal at 17.   Ethan shares insights on overcoming challenges, the value of supportive parenting in business, and how multifamily investing can create generational wealth. Whether you're an aspiring investor or a seasoned pro, Ethan's journey from reading 90 books in a year to managing a growing portfolio offers motivation and actionable advice for all.   Chapters: 00:49 - 8 Units at 17 Years Old! 04:05 - Making Your Own Choices and Following Your Own Path 06:20 - Ethan's Passion 07:19 - Gino talks about baby money soldiers 09:01 - Ethan Expands on Doctors and Investment 10:51 - What did Ethan Learn on His First Deal? 13:39 - What Was Ethan Looking to Learn from Joining a Real Estate Learning Community? 14:34 - Ethan on Overcoming the Age Gap 17:05 - How Did Ethan find the 104 Unit 19:29 - Raising 2.5 Million on His First Raise and What He Learned 25:20 - Whats Next for Ethan? 27:09 - Gino Reviews A Deal, It's Appreciation and Compares it to his Previous Profession 28:50 - Tips for Beginning Investors 31:24 - Where Can Ethan Be Reached and What Does The Future Hold for Him? 32:38 - Gino Wraps It Up Key Takeaways: Overcoming age barriers in real estate The impact of mentorship and continuous learning Strategies for scaling in multifamily investing Ethan's advice for young and aspiring investors   Connect with Ethan: Instagram: @ethantdias YouTube: Ethan Diaz Website: dbinvest.com Email: ethan@dbinvest.com Phone: 352-272-4953   Subscribe for more insights and stories from real estate movers and shakers!