Why Smart Investors Are Following Mike Deaton Into ‘Invisible Real Estate’

2025-11-17

In this episode of Grow Your Impact, Income & Influence, Steve sits down with real estate entrepreneur and coach Mike Deaton to unpack his journey from burnt-out corporate executive to seven-figure land investor. Mike reveals: How a layoff from Microsoft became the catalyst for total lifestyle freedom Why vacant land is his favorite “invisible” asset class (no tenants, no toilets, low overhead) The simple business model he and his wife used to replace their W-2 income

In this episode of Grow Your Impact, Income & Influence, Steve sits down with real estate entrepreneur and coach Mike Deaton to unpack his journey from burnt-out corporate executive to seven-figure land investor.

Mike reveals:

How a layoff from Microsoft became the catalyst for total lifestyle freedom
Why vacant land is his favorite “invisible” asset class (no tenants, no toilets, low overhead)
The simple business model he and his wife used to replace their W-2 income
How owner financing turns land flips into predictable monthly cash flow
What you actually need to get started (capital, time, and realistic expectations)

If you’re an entrepreneur who makes good money but isn’t building wealth, this episode will show you a low-drama, high-leverage way to put your cash to work.

Here's a link to Mike's free book: https://flippingdirt.us/freedom/

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