368: Should You Invest In Real Estate Or Small Businesses?

Is real estate still the best path to financial freedom—or is small business ownership a better investment? In this episode, Brian Luebben breaks down why he moved away from traditional rentals to focus on acquiring cash-flowing small businesses. You’ll hear how he structures deals, what he looks for in operators, and why this strategy is helping others leave their six-figure jobs faster than real estate ever did. If you’re an investor weighing your next move, this is a must-listen. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Brian Luebben’s Story Of Getting Started In Real Estate 5:50 - Why He Recommends Commercial Real Estate To His Students 10:53 - Why He Decided On His Approach To Partnering With Small Businesses 15:18 - His Current Business Projects & How His Deals Are Structured 23:51 - How He Selects Which Businesses To Partner With 28:16 - Brian’s Mindset Tips For Success 30:52 - Balancing The Work/Life Balance 35:54 - What He’s Learned From Interviewing Successful People 39:26 - Why His Students Are Losing Their Jobs 42:24 - How Brian Feels About College 44:55 - Closing Thoughts 45:58 - Outro LINKS: Instagram: Brian Luebben https://www.instagram.com/BrianLuebben/ Website: Brian Luebben https://www.actionacademy.com/ Instagram: David Lecko https://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachine https://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywood https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investments https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/