How to Actually Make Money in Real Estate (Not What You Think)

Brandon Hance did 180+ real estate deals in Los Angeles in just 7 years. Sounds incredible, right?But here's the truth: he wishes he'd done fewer deals and made MORE money.In this episode, Brandon opens up about his journey from tech startup founder to one of LA's most prolific developers - and why the "hustle harder" mentality almost destroyed him. He shares the brutal lessons he learned scaling too fast, the health crisis that nearly killed him, and how he's completely rebuilt his approach with his new company, Angelino Development.If you're thinking about scaling your real estate business, this conversation will change how you think about growth.You’ll learn:✅ Why doing MORE deals often means LESS profit✅ The hidden costs of high-volume development in LA✅ How to systemize your development business for scale✅ Navigating LA's complex zoning and permitting process✅ The importance of quality of life in building wealth✅ When to say no to deals (even good ones)Whether you’re chasing big goals or recovering from setbacks, this conversation is a raw, honest look at what success really costs — and what matters most after it’s gone.CONNECT WITH ME:EMAIL: [email protected]: www.thegroupcre.comThis episode is sponsored by AI for CRE Collective - an exclusive community built for real estate professionals using AI to close more deals, manage properties smarter, and scale faster.Whether you’re a broker, investor, or property manager, join over 400 members already transforming their business with AI tools and strategies.🔗 Learn more at [www.aiforcrecollective.com](https://www.aiforcrecollective.com/)📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: [email protected]: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/#TheGroupCRE #BrandonHance #Entrepreneurship #TaylorAvakian #FaithAndBusiness #WealthBuilding #Resilience #Leadership #StartupJourney #BusinessMindset