Fletcher Wheaton had been investing in real estate in the New Orleans area since 2008 until one weekend trip pushed him to change course and jump cross-country. Now, he’s investing in the Baja Peninsula in Mexico, specializing in pre-construction, vacation homes, and investment rental properties. He stopped by in our podcast to share his journey from the United States to Mexico, his jump from oil and gas to real estate, and the strategies that helped him succeed in this industry.

Listen to Fletcher and learn ways to invest outside the United States! 

[00:01 – 04:45] Opening Segment

• Let’s get to know Fletcher Wheaton
• He talks about this life-changing weekend getaway

[04:46 – 15:05] The Truth About Investing in Real Estate

• Why he jumped from the oil & gas industry to real estate 
• What real estate investors should know about risk levels 
• Are you looking for a property in Mexico?
• Listen to Fletcher’s insights 

[15:06 – 25:03] The Reality of Investing Outside the United States

• How old are the properties that Fletcher is talking about? 
• Here’s another reason to fall in love with Los Cabos
• Fletcher talks about the first step in investing outside the United States

[25:04 – 30:50] Boosting Your Online Presence With Videos 

• Fletcher shares his experience shooting drone videos of his properties 
• He talks about the power of video in boosting your online presence 
• The challenges of outsourcing video production 

[30:51 – 37:43] The Contrarian 3-Pack

• What would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? 
• Drifter hotel in New Orleans
• What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?
• Outdoor activities
• What offers you the most fulfillment in life?
• Providing for his family through something he enjoys the most
• Connect with Fletcher. Links available below.

Tweetable Quotes:

“As long as you’re staying consistent and you have processes...I think that’s a good thing." –  Fletcher Wheaton

“Being able to provide for my family by doing something that I really enjoy...that means a lot to me." –  Fletcher Wheaton

Resources mentioned

• Zillow

You can email fletcher@bajasmart.com to connect with Fletcher or follow him on LinkedIn and YouTube. Check out his website to learn more about his work in Mexico! 

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Apurva Shah and Jack Yen are managing partners at JAYS Properties, LLC, helping their clients invest in high-growth markets and bringing them above-average returns. They drop by in our podcast to share their journey as real estate investors and reveal the reality of investing in mobile home parks. Aside from practical tips to raise money in this space, they also share their bigger “why” that drives them to work their best every single day. 

Listen to Apurva and Jack to grow a mobile home portfolio while working full time! 

[00:01 – 04:07] Opening Segment

• Let’s get to know Apurva Shah and Jack Yen
• They talk about their journey to real estate investing 

[04:08 – 14:33] Don’t Accept a No So Easily 

• Apurva and Jack tells us the reality about finding the right real estate partner
• Why they’ve chosen mobile homes for their portfolio
• Apurva doesn’t personally accept a no, and here’s why 

[14:34 – 23:43] How to Build Safe Communities 

• Apurva and Jack explain the ins and outs of mobile home parks 
• How they measure safety in a community
• The biggest factor in their underwriting decisions 

[23:44 – 34:00] How to Balance Investing and Working Full Time

• Don’t miss their secrets in managing their mobile home portfolio! 
• Investing in real estate and working full time in a W2 job
• Where to find the right people in real estate

[34:01 – 40:17] The Best Investment An Investor Can Make

• The best investment you can make according to Jack 
• The importance of mindset in real estate investing
• They break down the lessons they learned from their recent deal

[40:18 – 46:06] The Contrarian 3-Pack

• What would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? 
• Mobile home parks for Apurva
• Escape Rooms for Jack
• What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?
• Basketball and running for Jack
• Travelling, snowboarding, and wakeboarding for Apurva
• What offers you the most fulfillment in life?
• Creating a safe community for both of them 
• Connect with Apurva and Jack. Links available below.

Tweetable Quotes:

“If we’re gonna be syndicating capital and we’re taking on other people’s money, I wanna treat it as my own because I personally don’t wanna lose any money..." –  Apurva Shah 

“Stepping away from your high paying job is always very difficult but that partnership, that passion, that you have someone that you can rely on, that’s definitely put me in a much better position..." – Jack Yen

Resources mentioned

• Book: Rich Dad, Poor Dad
• BiggerPockets

You can email apurva.liberty.solutions@gmail.com to connect with Apurva or follow him on LinkedIn. Jack is also on LinkedIn.

Check out JAYS Properties to start investing in mobile homes! 

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Our amazing guest for today is Larry Long, Jr., the Chief Energy Officer of Larry Long Jr LLC. For almost 2 decades now, he has been helping people, teams, and organizations go from good to great, bringing exciting energy and valuable insights to the table. He is also extremely passionate about coaching, influencing, and impacting the people around him positively. 

As an experienced sales leader with a proven track record in the SaaS space, he carries a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges faced by salespersons. That is why Larry drops by in our podcast to talk about his journey and share some valuable pieces of advice about empowerment and success in the sales industry. 

Listen to Larry’s story and learn how to empower others too! 

[00:01 – 05:40] Opening Segment

• Let’s get to know Larry Long Jr.
• What Larry learned early on as a business owner

[05:41 – 15:42] Being a Positive Influence 

• Larry shares the story of how he learned to “sell himself”
• Sales touches every aspect of life
• Larry explains
• He talks about the “Spirit of Giving”
• The ability to influence and impact others positively 
• Larry shares his experience 

[15:43 – 26:50] Difference Between Contacts and Contracts 

• Are you planning to start your own business now?
• Here’s Larry’s advice for you 
• The key difference between contacts and contracts 
• Why being a jack-of-all trades, master-of-none won’t work for you

[26:51 – 37:20] Is Mentorship Really Important? 

• The words you tell yourself have a huge impact on your life
• Larry gives his insights
• Why not knowing everything is actually beneficial for your business
• Don’t be scared to ask for help! 
• The importance of having a mentor in your life and business

[37:21 – 44:33] The Contrarian 3-Pack

• What would you say is the most contrarian investment you've made? 
• His first angel deal 
• What's your favorite activity to do with your friends and family outside of work?
• Playing golf 
• Bonding with his family 
• What offers you the most fulfillment in life?
• Being able to give something to someone else's life
• Connect with Larry. Links available below.

Tweetable Quotes:

“It’s not what you know and it’s not even who you know. It’s who knows you and who trusts you and who believes in you that really makes things happen." –  Larry Long Jr.

“When you speak with folks, ask them ‘How are you doing?’ and then shut up and listen..." –  Larry Long Jr.

Resources mentioned

• Book: The Go-Giver, Expanded Edition
• Individuals to follow
• Bob Burg
• Steve Nudelberg
• Jim Rohn

You can email larry@larrylongjr.com to connect with Larry or follow him on Facebook,