In this episode, Russell Westcott is interviewed by Derek Issac from Rapid Results Creators for a practical, behind-the-scenes conversation about how real estate investors and builders can work together to create lasting wealth. Drawing on more than two decades of experience and tens of millions of dollars invested alongside contractors and home builders, Russell explains why the real leverage in real estate isn’t found on the job site — it’s found in ownership, alignment, and long-term partnerships. Together, they explore how investors can scale without micromanaging construction, why builders prefer working with a small number of strong partners, and how the right relationships can turn individual projects into scalable portfolios. This episode isn’t about building harder. It’s about building smarter — and owning what you build. --- IN THIS EPISODE - Why ownership matters more than effort in real estate - How investors scale without stepping onto job sites - Why builders prefer long-term investor partnerships - The shift from projects to portfolios - How communication and planning eliminate friction - Why relationships are just as valuable as the assets being built - The mindset shift from “how do I do this” to “who should do this” --- MEMORABLE QUOTES “If contractors owned even 10% of what they built, they’d never need to step on a job site again.” “The real leverage isn’t in the job site — it’s in the partnership.” “The smartest builders don’t want more clients. They want better partners.” “Don’t just build. Own.” --- COACHING & MENTORSHIP If this episode sparked clarity or challenged how you think about investing, you don’t have to figure out the next step alone. Most investors don’t struggle because they lack motivation — they struggle because they lack clarity, focus, and a strategy that actually fits their goals and lifestyle. If you’re looking for help starting, growing, or restructuring your real estate portfolio with an emphasis on ownership, leverage, and long-term sustainability, reach out directly: [email protected] We’ll connect and see how we can help you move forward with confidence and intention. --- FOLLOW ME ON THE SOCIALS Main Website: https://russellwestcott.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellwestcott/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RussellAllenWestcott/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RussellWestcott Twitter: https://twitter.com/russellwestcott LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-westcott-8848b818/ Email: [email protected] Podcast: https://russellwestcott.podbean.com/ --- MUSIC CREDITS Pax by Soulish Premium Beats LICENSE #8177579 YouTube ID: UVZNP3L4S9VNKPC7 The Old Tale by Magdalena Premium Beats LICENSE #8177663 YouTube ID: 1RFUK4VWLYRXDX2R From East to West by Arthur Basov Premium Beats LICENSE #8413593 YouTube ID: FPVEHZMG3XNNWD1R Art of Silence V2 by Uniq Enigmatic by Benjamin Tissot (bensound.com) Royalty Free Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music License code: 0XDXSVCDNZDXQ9H7 It's Coming by Josh Kirsch / Media Right Productions https://youtu.be/CSQ0QLYbmis Faceoff by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100403

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