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Welcome back to another episode of Eat, Sleep, Invest. In this podcast, we give you information on how to get more deals for your real estate investment company. Today, Bryan Driscoll talks with Josue Velney to discuss his experiences and success as a real estate investor.
Josue served three tours in the Marine Corps, was a firefighter, and built a successful real estate portfolio on the side. He has been investing since 2010 in the Boston market and is currently working on ground-up developments. Josue has a background in construction and uses his knowledge to further the success of his development projects. He currently has 19 rentals and is working on other upcoming projects.
Bryan and Josue discuss Josue’s creative and resourceful methods of developing his business that has led to his success. Josue has combined his experience in the military, which included chasing pirates, and his real estate knowledge. They explore:
- How to get started when you don’t come from money
- Using your tactical advantages when you can’t just compete with money
- How Josue only invests within a six-mile radius, so he’s always focused on win-win situations
- How combat experience taught Josue to read people and understand what clients needs
- The various types of sellers, including distressed sellers, those relocating, those getting rid of a property after a death, and divorced couples
- Building credibility through a Carrot website, so people feel comfortable with you before you even meet them
- Being on the same team as the seller to find a solution that makes everybody happy
- Josue’s start in the real estate industry and how he realized he enjoyed the process
- Getting good mentors by adding value and showing initiative to seasoned investors
- Finding quality contractors that will do good work and building your contact list
- How you can’t replace hard work no matter what other tips and tricks you learn
Connect with Josue:
Josue_velney on Instagram