Unconventional Real Estate: How Chris Peregoy Made His First Wholesale Deal at Auction

What if your first real estate deal wasn’t local, wasn’t traditional, and wasn’t even fully funded, yet still profitable? That’s exactly what happened to Chris Peregoy, and in this episode of the REI Freedom Podcast, he shares the surprising moves that helped him pull it off.Host Jeremy Beland welcomes Chris, a first-time real estate investor and lifelong entrepreneur, who made his first wholesale deal through a tax deed auction, and walked away with two properties from across the country. With no prior experience and limited capital, Chris proves that success is possible when you’re willing to bet on yourself and take imperfect action.You'll hear how he won two properties at his very first tax deed auction in Shelby County. One was wholesaled the day after the redemption period expired; the other has had a rollercoaster ride through escrow, giving listeners a look at both the ups and downs of buying through auction. Key Takeaways from This Episode:Chris’s transition from entrepreneurship to real estate investingWhat a tax deed auction is and how it differs from a tax lien auctionHow Chris secured two properties at his first auction, and what happened nextNavigating redemption periods, escrow issues, and tenant surprisesThe importance of preparation and bold action when breaking into real estateChris’s real talk on the reality of investing, the wins, the pitfalls, and what he's learned. 📩 Want to Connect with Chris Peregoy?Follow his journey and reach out via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.peregoyEmail: [email protected]🎧 Don’t Miss This Episode!If you're considering real estate investing and wondering if auctions are worth it, this episode will give you the real, unfiltered truth from someone who jumped in head-first, and is already seeing results.📌 Subscribe, leave us a review, and keep tuning in to learn how to build your own life of freedom through real estate.