Episode Details

Enjoy today's episode with successful investor Jennings Smith as we chat about tips to work smarter, not harder, so you can close deals, build your network, and scale your business. He also shares an unbelievable story about how he turned a property around and made extraordinary returns!

Key takeaways to listen for

• The transformative power of value-add real estate investing
• Networking and capital raising: Challenges, tips, and tricks
• Strategies to acquire a self-storage facility on your own
• How much equity should you own in an investment property?

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Crexi
• MLS.com
• My First Million in Multifamily

About Jennings Smith

Jennings has closed a total of $60M from commercial real estate in less than three years without using his own money. He also purchased a distraught 208-unit apartment that was 50 percent vacant with $2M in deferred maintenance, and the all-in cost was less than $8M. It is now appraised at $13M 19 months later. He also built the fastest-growing multifamily-based FB page, with 23,000 members in just a year and a half. He has also taught students how to close over $100M deals.

Connect with Jennings

• Website: Jennings Smith
• Podcast: Unlock Your Life
• Facebook: Jennings Smith
• Instagram: @jenningsfostersmithjr
• LinkedIn: Jennings Smith
• TikTok: @jenningsunlocked
• YouTube: Jennings Smith - Unlock Your Life

Connect with Leigh

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