Chris Prefontaine breaks down why creative real estate works in every market—and why most investors quit before the breakthrough.

In this episode of RealDealChat, Chris Prefontaine returns to break down the fundamentals of creative real estate investing and why patience—not tactics—is the missing ingredient for most investors.

Chris shares his journey from traditional building and brokerage to getting crushed in the 2008 crash—and how that pain forced him to rethink everything. With no credit, no cash, and no desire to rely on banks again, Chris rebuilt his business using owner financing, lease-purchase, and subject-to strategies—eventually creating what he calls the 3-Payday System: getting paid upfront, monthly, and on the backend of every deal.

We dive deep into why it realistically takes 3–7 years to master any business, how unrealistic expectations sabotage investors, why drilling too many “wells” guarantees failure, and how creative real estate allows you to operate profitably in any market cycle—including COVID and today’s high-rate environment.

This episode is essential listening for investors tired of chasing tactics and ready to build something durable.

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