Episode 278: BiggerPockets Host David Greene Gets Real On Overcoming Recent REI Adversity

BiggerPockets Host, Author, and Real Estate Expert, David Greene returns to Straight Up Chicago Investor and holds nothing back as he explains how he dealt with fraud in his real estate portfolio. David explains why real estate is not an end-all solution to your financse and discusses the importances of reserves and playing defense, as outlined in his recent book Pillars of Wealth. He shares how he had 50 properties stolen from his portfolio and how that was part of a series of events that decimated his finances! David is extremely open and honest in explaining how he dealt with these troubling times and how he found support. This episode is a clear example of why it's important to have your business protected from all angles and understand that tumultuous times can happen to any of us! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: [email protected] Guest: David Greene, The David Greene Team & The One Brokerage Link: Take David Greene's 6-Week Course! (Be sure to use our promo code "CHICAGO" when you register.) Link: David Greene's Instagram Link: Books by David Greene Past Bigger Pockets Guest Episodes: SUCI Ep 85 - David Greene | SUCI Ep 166 - J Scott | SUCI Ep 186 - Scott Trench Link: Extreme Ownership (Book Recommendation) Link: A Better Life with Brandon Turner ----------------- Guest Questions 02:10 Housing Provider Tip - Regularly check your entities on the Secretary of State website. 03:37 Intro to our guest, David Greene! 11:11 Understanding "Defense" in Business! 14:09 David's Fraud Story. 28:21 Bouncing back during tough times. 36:18 Finding the right support group. 41:16 Succeeding in a high interest rate market! 49:37 The Future of BiggerPockets! 53:00 10 year horizon for David Greene! 55:36 What is David's competitive advantage? 56:22 One piece of advice for new investors. 57:12 What do you do for fun? 58:19 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend? 60:56 Local Network Recommendation? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2024.