245. How to Build Wealth with Raw Land with Mark Podolsky

The Real Estate Investing School Podcast welcomes Mark Podolsky, aka The Land Geek, to share his expertise on the lucrative world of raw land investing. With over 6,500 land deals under his belt and an average return of 300% on cash purchases, Mark has mastered the art of passive income through land transactions. In this episode, host Joe Jensen digs into how Mark transitioned from a miserable investment banker to a full-time land investor, leveraging a simple yet powerful model that eliminates the headaches of traditional real estate—no tenants, no toilets, no termites. Mark reveals how buying land at 25-30 cents on the dollar and reselling it with seller financing creates long-term cash flow without the risks of ownership-intensive assets. Throughout the episode, Mark walks listeners through his exact process for acquiring, pricing, and selling land for maximum returns, even detailing how he automates and scales his business with a virtual team. He also shares the philosophy behind financial freedom, touching on the difference between chasing money and designing a life based on enough. Whether you're a beginner looking for a low-risk way to enter real estate or an experienced investor wanting to diversify, this episode provides a step-by-step blueprint for achieving passive income through land investing. Check out the Real Estate Investing School Youtube Real Estate Investing School Instagram Brody's Instagram Joe's Instagram Thelandgeek.com Mark's Instagram