1-on-1 with Tom Rauen: The Fast Food Landlord’s Triple Net Investing Secrets

In this episode of Investor 1-on-1, we sit down with Tom Rauen, better known online as The Fast Food Landlord. As the founder of Rauen Capital, Tom has carved out a niche investing in triple net lease (NNN) properties with national tenants like Starbucks, Dollar Tree, and Sonic. His portfolio is built around stability, recession resistance, and simplicity—while helping passive investors earn consistent returns through his private Cash Flow Fund.A true entrepreneur and philanthropist, Tom is also a Guinness World Record holder, marathon runner, and founder of the Rauen Family Foundation. In this conversation, we dive into his personal story, how the “Fast Food Landlord” nickname came about, and why he chose triple net investing over other real estate strategies.Tom breaks down how he finds and evaluates deals, the key metrics that separate great NNN properties from average ones, the biggest risks investors need to understand before jumping in, and how he structures passive deals inside his fund. We also explore his creative use of seller financing, his take on the future of the triple net market, and his advice for anyone starting with $100,000 in today’s environment.If you’re curious about hands-off, recession-resistant real estate or want to learn from someone who’s built a high-performing portfolio with national brands, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.📌 Timestamps:0:07 - Intro3:04 – How did the “Fast Food Landlord” nickname come about and what drew Tom to NNN investing?9:43 – What makes a triple net deal great versus just average?13:37 – The biggest risks investors need to understand before jumping in14:58 – How Tom structures deals for passive investors and what returns they can expect15:56 – Corporate-guaranteed tenants vs. strong franchisees21:36 – Starting from scratch with only $100,000 in today’s market25:06 – What’s next for Tom personally and professionally26:37 – The story behind Tom’s Guinness World Record🔔 Subscribe for more 1-on-1 interviews with the nation’s top real estate investors.Connect with Tom:https://rauencapital.com/  / tomrauen    / tomrauen247  Connect with us:https://linktr.ee/motivatedsellersReady for exclusive off-market deals?👉 Get started at MotivatedSellers.com