Episode 27: From Zero to 550 Units with Andrew Freed

How do you go from a steady corporate job to managing 550 rental units and $90 million in assets in just a few short years? In this episode of The Landlady Listens, Meg Hayden sits down with multi-unit investor Andrew Freed to discuss the transition from the "American Dream" cubicle to large-scale real estate success. Andrew breaks down the exact strategies he used to scale rapidly, including house hacking, the BRRRR method on a commercial scale, and the power of the 1031 exchange. He shares technical deep dives into cost segregation studies, "phantom expenses," and how to utilize creative financing like promissory notes and seller carrybacks to keep your capital moving. Beyond the numbers, Andrew explains why "buying back your time" and hiring for your weaknesses is the only way to build a true real estate empire without burning out. Whether you're looking to buy your first duplex or eyeing a 50-unit portfolio, this conversation provides the blueprint for shifting your mindset from a property manager to a business owner. #TheLandladyListens #RealEstateInvesting #MultiFamily #FinancialFreedom #HouseHacking #1031Exchange #PassiveIncome #EntrepreneurMindset