In a captivating and unique episode of "The Real Estate Investing Podcast," Dan Apke turns the spotlight on his co-host and brother, Ron Apke, tracing his remarkable journey from being a college basketball coach to becoming a seven-figure land flipper. This episode provides a rare and intimate look into Ron's transition from the world of sports to mastering the art of land investing. In "From College Basketball Coach To 7 Figure Land Flipper," listeners will explore: The Early Days: Ron shares insights into his life as a college basketball coach, discussing the skills and experiences he gained in the role and how they indirectly prepared him for a future in real estate investing. The Transition: Discover what sparked Ron's shift from the basketball court to the land market. Dan delves into the challenges and motivations behind Ron's decision to change careers and how he embarked upon the path of land investing. Learning Curve: Ron talks about his initial experiences in the real estate world, highlighting the learning curve he faced in land flipping. He shares his early mistakes, triumphs, and the valuable lessons learned along the way. Strategies for Success: Learn about the specific strategies and approaches that Ron employed to grow his land flipping business into a seven-figure operation. He discusses the importance of market analysis, negotiation skills, and risk management. Advice for Aspiring Investors: Drawing from his unique background and success, Ron offers advice to those considering a similar leap into real estate investing. He provides tips for newcomers on how to make a successful transition and what key factors lead to success in the land flipping business. Future Goals and Aspirations: Looking ahead, Ron shares his goals and the future vision for his land flipping business. He talks about his aspirations to further expand, diversify, and continue building a legacy in the real estate world. This episode is not just a success story; it's an inspiring tale of transformation and resilience. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, an aspiring real estate investor, or someone contemplating a career change, Ron's journey from a college basketball coach to a successful land flipper is sure to motivate and educate. Join Dan and Ron in this engaging and revealing conversation, and get ready to be inspired by the possibilities that await when you dare to change course and pursue new dreams. TIME STAMPS ================================ 0:00 Intro 1:32 Describing childhood 4:07 College experience as Basketball Manager 10:04 After college 16:39 Got into Sales 19:44 Getting a coaching job 21:46 Experience as an Assistant Coach 26:18 Ron's entrepreneurial role 27:07 Getting into Land Investing 31:12 First 6 months into Land Investing 36:55 What's next 38:05 Ron's advice WANT TO GET STARTED? ================================ Check out our free Discord: https://landinvestingonline.com/Discord Interested in a free 15-minute consultation: https://landinvestingonline.com/consultation Where to start?: https://landinvestingonline.com/get-started/ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram 📸: https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/Dan's Instagram 📸: https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/?hl=en

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