325: How Bentley Makes $100k On Deals Other Investors Ignore

Are you frustrated by the limited opportunities in traditional real estate and the struggle to find unique, high-potential deals? In this episode, we speak with Bentley Pugh from Seattle, who transitioned from being a real estate agent to specializing in underutilized infill lots and development opportunities. He'll share his journey and insights into how he identifies these unique situations in a competitive market like Seattle, and how his business achieved rapid growth to $12 million after just four to five years. Learn how Bentley's unconventional approach to real estate can provide a fresh perspective on finding less competitive and potentially lucrative deals Here are three more impressive things about Bentley Pugh:Bentley Pugh got into the real estate business simply by being a real estate agent. This suggests a grounded and organic entry into the field that later led to his specialization.His business focuses on underutilized infill lots. This specialization indicates a strategic approach to finding opportunities within a developed area like Seattle, potentially leveraging existing infrastructure.Bentley has a unique approach to finding talent, as evidenced by him observing someone doing good work (like diligently signing ballots) and then hiring that person months later. This demonstrates a keen eye for potential and a longer-term recruitment strategy. KEY TALKING POINTS:0:00 - An Overview of Bentley Pugh’s Business2:50 - How His Life Would Be Different If He Wasn’t Investing3:25 - What Helped Him Become Successful In Business8:34 - Experiencing Tough Times In Business13:16 - The Highest Highs In His Business14:12 - How Do You Find Infill Lots?16:16 - What Bentley Would Say To Someone Who Says Interest Rates Are Too High18:04 - His Mindset On Teaching His Kids About Money19:54 - What He’s Looking Forward To In 202520:45 - Helping Your Employees Grow23:48 - Where He Finds Most Of His Team Members26:27 - Bentley’s Takeaway From Their Day At CG27:24 - What He Would Say To Someone Who Says It’s Too Late To Start27:48 - Closing Thoughts28:07 - Outro LINKS:Instagram: Beachworks LLChttps://www.instagram.com/beachworksllc/ Website: Beachworks LLChttps://beachworks.org/ Instagram: David Leckohttps://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachinehttps://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywoodhttps://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investmentshttps://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/