In this debut episode of the Properties to Profit podcast, host Michael Smith takes us on a riveting journey from his days of earning six figures in a corporate job to building a successful real estate business. Michael opens up about the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way, sharing valuable lessons on real estate investing, leadership, and financial growth. With insights from his personal experiences, Michael aims to help listeners avoid common pitfalls and achieve their own financial goals. Join us as we explore the transition from traditional employment to real estate entrepreneurship and discover practical tips to turn properties into profits.

[0:00] - Introduction to the Properties to Profit podcast and its mission.

[0:50] - Michael’s journey from a six-figure job to launching the podcast.

[1:26] - Transitioning to full-time real estate investing after losing a corporate job.

[2:18] - Early beginnings in real estate: Inspired by "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" and starting a landscaping business.

[4:11] - Lessons learned from running a landscaping business and transitioning to real estate.

[5:20] - The importance of leadership and learning to manage people effectively.

[6:31] - First real estate investments and the impact of missing a significant opportunity.

[8:11] - Discovering and diving into wholesaling as a real estate strategy.

[10:10] - Scaling the business and major investments made in 2021 and 2022.

[12:53] - Overcoming personal and professional challenges while scaling to a multi-million dollar business.

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