172: On The Way Home From Making $31,000

What this episode covers

Ben Jensen shares his experience with wholesaling real estate and provides tips for beginners. He discusses how he made $31,000 on a wholesale deal and explains his marketing strategies, including using Google ads and driving for dollars. Jensen emphasizes the importance of networking and finding a mentor when starting out in wholesaling. He also offers advice on underwriting deals and negotiating with sellers. Jensen shares his social media handles and mentions a free community for aspiring wholesalers. Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:01 How did Ben make $31K on a wholesale deal? 02:21 How does PPC marketing work? 05:37 How did Ben find the buyer for this deal? 06:35 What can you do if you’re struggling to find buyers for your deals? 07:47 How did Ben learn about wholesaling real estate? 09:46 Why did Ben decide to be partners with his brother? 11:50 How has Ben’s approach to finding deals changed? 13:30 What does Ben plan to do with the profit from this deal? 14:50 What is Ben’s advice for new investors looking for their first deal? 16:42 What are Ben’s quick tips for underwriting deals? 18:36 How can you negotiate your offers effectively? 19:54 How can you get in touch with Ben? Links Event: Deal Machine Unveiled https://www.dealmachine.com/unveiled Instagram: Ben Jensen https://www.instagram.com/benjensen.rei Youtube: REI Closers https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrJGEJwlCPHvUH2-PA2gpUA Skool: Wholesale Real Estate https://www.skool.com/wholesale-real-estate-7984/about David's Social: @dlecko https://www.dealmachine.com/pod Ryan's Social: @heritage_home_investments https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/