Episode 50: You're Working Too Hard to Have Nothing to Show For It - Here's What's Missing with Kirby Nie

Connections are one of the biggest things in the real estate business. Some conversations will be with people that are tire kickers and then some will be actually useful and helpful to you.In this episode, Marcus Crigler sits down with Kirby Nie, a young realtor and note investor who’s early in the game but already thinking long-term. From building connections to shifting into passive income through notes, Kirby shares what he’s learning as he builds his business from the ground up.You’ll Learn How To:Build real connections that lead to dealsShift from chasing income to building long-term wealthUnderstand what note investing is Create opportunities without relying on paid leadsWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:03:42 - Getting started in real estate05:53 - Joining into a brokerage team07:12 - What working hard looks like: Answering your phone, and having conversations09:45 - The problem with paid leads11:52 -  Daily posts, reels for visibility, stories for connection.15:02 - Goals for the year: 24 home sales and 5 notes17:55 - "Rentals are jobs."18:52- What note investing really is20:34 - Real example of a note deal24:20 - How can beginners get started with notes27:53 - The power of small habits28:37 - Connect with Kirby NieWho This Episode is ForReal estate agents who are tired of inconsistent incomeEntrepreneurs who feel busy but not profitableAnyone who is curious about note investingWhy You Should ListenThis episode is a good reminder that working harder isn’t always the answer. Kirby’s story shows that you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to start building the right habits early.Connect with Kirby Nie:Telephone Number: 417-299-8665Website: https://www.revoirgroup.com/agents/kirby-nie/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kirby_nie_Connect with Marcus Crigler:Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler