1-on-1 with Robert Vazquez: How an Army Vet Turned Discipline into Real Estate Success

In this episode of Investor 1-on-1, we sit down with Robert Vazquez—full-time investor, coach, speaker, and founder of one of the fastest-growing real estate firms in the country. Based in Orlando, Robert has built a powerhouse operation that spans distressed property investing, construction, private equity, and real estate tech.While most shy away from properties wrapped in debt, disrepair, or legal complexity, Robert has made a career out of turning those challenges into scalable, profitable opportunities. With a hands-on approach and a team built fully in-house, he’s created a business model that thrives in chaos—and is built for long-term growth.In this wide-ranging conversation, Robert shares how he got started, the turning point that made real estate his full-time path, and why he believes distressed assets are still one of the most overlooked opportunities in the market. We talk about the tools and systems that keep his national operation running, his hiring philosophy, and what he’d do if he had to start all over again with just $10,000.If you want to understand how the top investors find value where others see problems, this episode is for you.Timestamps:01:05 - 7:43 How did you first get started in real estate and can you tell us more about what you do today? 07:44 - 14:00 What was your first big win that made you realize this could become a real business? 14:01-16:32 You’re based in Orlando but operate nationwide—how do you pick the markets you work in? 16:33 When you're looking at a distressed property or REO, what’s the first thing you evaluate? 19:00 Why did you decide to build everything in-house—like construction, lending, and tech—instead of outsourcing? 19:05 - 20:38 What tools or systems do you rely on daily to stay organized and keep everything running smoothly? 20:39 - 24:54 With everything going on in the market right now, what kind of deals are you focusing on the most? And how? 24:55 - 28:25 As someone who’s scaled multiple businesses, how do you hire and build teams that can grow with you? 28:26 - 33:27 If you had to start over from scratch with just $10,000 and no contacts — how would you rebuild today? 33:28 - 37:02 Is there a quote, principle, or piece of advice that’s had the biggest impact on your business journey 37:04 - end What’s next for you personally and for your businesses? 🔔 Subscribe for more insights from top real estate investors across the country!Connect with Robert:https://www.instagram.com/passiveincomecas...Connect with us and stay updated:https://linktr.ee/motivatedsellersReady for off-market deals?👉 Get started at MotivatedSellers.com