Building a Future Beyond Law Enforcement: Land Investing with Brent Bowers
In this episode, we break free from the "pigeonhole" mindset and explore alternative paths, such as entrepreneurship in land investing and seller financing.
My guest, Brent Bowers, a former military officer turned entrepreneur and CEO of Land Shark, shares his journey of finding financial and personal freedom through land investing.
We delve into the world of wholesaling real estate and discuss the importance of following smart money and seizing opportunities in the land market.
We also discuss the risks involved and the importance of conducting due diligence and research when buying parcels of land. Furthermore, we explore how to use PropStream to find potential land deals and make offers to landowners.
We also discuss strategies for finding buyers for these properties and the benefits of acting as the middleman in land transactions.
Finally, we discuss the resources provided by the Land Shark program and acknowledge the growing trend of individuals leaving the law enforcement profession.
There are alternative career options available, and if you're considering a transition, don't hesitate to reach out for advice and support.
Remember, there is life after law enforcement. Don't miss this episode!
About Brent Bowers
- 8 yrs U.S. Army Officer
- Entrepreneur
- CEO of The Land Sharks
- Wholesale Real Estate Coach
- Florida
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Chapters:
(0:00:00) - The Power of Entrepreneurship
(0:05:59) - Wholesaling Real Estate
(0:10:34) - Buy and Sell Vacant Land
(0:18:21) - Buying and Selling Land for Profit
(0:30:09) - Benefits of Land Shark Program
(0:36:00) - Life After Law Enforcement
Chapter Summaries:
(0:00:00) - The Power of Entrepreneurship (6 Minutes)
In this episode, we explore the concept of breaking free from the "pigeonhole" mindset that often keeps people, particularly those in law enforcement and the military, from pursuing other opportunities and passions.
The guest, Brent Bowers, is a former military officer who is now an entrepreneur, CEO of Land Shark, and a wholesale real estate coach. He shares his journey of breaking free from the mold and finding financial and personal freedom through land investing and seller financing.
The conversation highlights the importance of considering alternative paths in order to achieve a fulfilling and balanced life.
(0:05:59) - Wholesaling Real Estate (5 Minutes)
In this section, we delve into the world of wholesaling real estate, specifically vacant land. The process involves getting a piece of land under contract at a discounted price and then selling the purchase agreement to someone else for a slightly higher price.
This method provides an opportunity for those who may not have the funds to purchase a property outright, allowing them to make a down payment and monthly payments instead.
The key is finding that one landowner out of a hundred who is willing to sell at a discount. These deals can be assigned to cash buyers, builders, developers, or even individuals just looking for a piece of land.
(0:10:34) - Buy and Sell Vacant Land (8 Minutes)
As we continue our discussi
