Brad Westover's 30-Year Journey: From Tax Sale Novice to Industry Leader

Join Brian as he sits down with longtime industry colleague Brad Westover, Executive Director of the National Tax Lien Association (NTLA) - the only nonprofit organization working to improve the tax sale space. In this episode of Distressed to Success, Brad shares his remarkable 30-year journey from college graduate to industry leader, including his role in passing California tax lien legislation and managing $1.5 billion in investments across 22 states. What You'll Learn: How the tax lien industry was founded in 1996-1997 by two rival companies that couldn't even be in the same room together The basics of tax lien investing are explained in simple terms - what happens when property owners don't pay their taxes Why 29 states, plus Washington, DC, allow private investors to purchase tax liens The critical role tax lien sales play in helping local governments balance budgets and fund essential services Major challenges facing the industry, including a significant Supreme Court case coming in 2026 Why property tax abolition efforts in Ohio and Florida could be devastating for local communities Key Timestamps: [01:23] - Brad's origin story in the tax lien space [07:55] - Tax liens explained for beginners [36:46] - Discussion of Montana agriculture and working lands [38:08] - The inspiring story of Franz Wisner [42:26] - Industry challenges and the 2026 Supreme Court case Get in touch with Brad Executive Director, National Tax Lien Association  (NTLA) Email: [email protected]  Website: NTLA.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-westover-realtor/ Resources Mentioned "The 16% Solution" by Joel Moskowitz - A foundational text in tax lien investing, written about 30 years ago, still considered essential reading for understanding the industry basics "Honeymoon with My Brother" by Franz Wisner - An inspiring story about turning life's setbacks into opportunities; movie rights sold to Sony Pictures for $1 million Get in touch with Brian Last Best Partners' Website: https://www.lastbestpartners.com/ Brian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-seidensticker-90117021 Podcast LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-seidensticker-90117021/  Subscribe to follow the show!

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