8: Don Spafford of Happy Camper Capital

Don has a strong educational background in finance and investing. He graduated Cuma Sum Laude from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He graduated with quadruple majors in Finance, Banking, Investment Science and Portfolio Management, and Accounting. He studied for both the CFA and CPA exams. He has worked for over 18 years in the financial securities industry. He followed the traditional plan of saving and investing for retirement through traditional retirement accounts and some fun stock investing where he has done relatively well. But knew that he would likely never reach his financial goals that way.Don heard about RV Campgrounds as an investment option. Realizing that he lives within 90 minutes of Yellowstone Park, and many other National Parks within a relatively short drive, he saw that there was a huge opportunity with campgrounds. Soon after he met Adam Lendi and partnered with Happy Camper Capital and is now thrilled to provide great, high-income opportunities to others who seek financial freedom with something fun.This podcast episode features a discussion on the importance of financial education in schools and the lack thereof, as well as an overview of a unique investment strategy involving the purchase of RV resorts, campgrounds, and marinas. Don emphasizes the need for students to be taught about various investment assets, including real estate, and shares his own experience of reaching out to his former professor to advocate for the inclusion of real estate in the school's investment fund.He also talks about his investment company's focus on buying vacation resorts where people can go to relax and enjoy various amenities. The episode provides insights into alternative investment options and the need for financial literacy among students.Social Links:Podcast: The Retiring Real Estate InvestorFollow us on Instagram: @InvestWithInsightFollow us on Facebook: @InvestWithInsightFollow Brandon on Linkedin: @BrandonBruckmanJoin the Facebook group: Invest with InsightListen on Spotify: The Retiring Real Estate InvestorListen on Apple: The Retiring Real Estate InvestorIf you're looking to learn more about DSTs, 1031 exchanges and passive investing, visit www.investwithinsight.comThe firm is a registered investment adviser with the states of KS, MO, WI, CA, AZ, TX, LA, and may only transact business with residents of those states, or residents of other states where otherwise legally permitted subject to exemption or exclusion from registration requirements.