Join us for an inspiring session as we sit down with Dean Valentini, current Chief of Test for the US Air Force, serial entrepreneur, and real estate investor. In today’s episode, Dean shares his remarkable journey to financial freedom, which began in 2017 with his first “accidental” house hack in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Since then, he has leveraged the power of real estate to build a diverse portfolio in multiple house hacks and business acquisitions, all while balancing a career in the military and pursuing his passions.
Throughout the episode, Dean highlights tips for starting your real estate journey. From the surprising benefits of house hacking to the importance of setting up systems for self-managing properties, Dean is generous enough to share his firsthand experiences and hard-earned lessons learned along the way. We also discuss the nuances of real estate investing in different markets, particularly his ventures in Denver. We provide listeners with actionable tips for their first investments into the financial independence life.
Tune in for a transparent discussion on his current portfolio, realistic investment figures, and plans for future acquisitions. We also have an honest conversation on the challenges of avoiding lifestyle creep and maintaining financial discipline on the path to FIRE. Join us as we explore Dean's extraordinary entrepreneurial mindset, his refreshing passion for real estate, and his deep commitment to helping others excel in their pursuit of financial success and early retirement!
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[5:55] Dean’s First Accidental House Hack
[14:50] Surprising Benefits for Your First House Hack
[16:00] Setting up Systems for Self-Managing Properties
[21:30] Tips for Getting Started in Real Estate
[27:30] On House Hacking in Denver
[29:00] Diving Into Realistic Real Estate Numbers
[32:50] What’s Next for Dean?
[34:00] Basics of Business Acquisition 101
[40:45] Unpacking Dean’s Portfolio and Assets in 2024
[44:45] Avoiding Lifestyle Creep When Aiming for FIRE
HOSTS
Craig Curelop
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze
Ali Garced
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/ali_the_agent/
📱Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aligarced
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandragarced/
🖥 Website: https://www.garcedrealty.com/
GUEST
Dean Valentini
📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/thedeanofwealth/
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-gogs-valentini/
📩 Cleared for Acquisition Newsletter: https://clearedforacquisition.com/subscribe
🌳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thedeanofwealth
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