First Deal, First Win: Josh’s Journey to His First Deal

REI Freedom

In this episode, Jeremy interviews Josh Biernat, a full-time working dad who went from zero experience to closing his first real estate wholesale deal in just 90 days. Josh shares his journey, including the mistakes he made, the lessons he learned, and how he was able to generate $10,000 on his first deal. Whether you’re new to real estate or an experienced investor, Josh’s story is filled with valuable insights.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of taking massive imperfect action.
• Why building a large and verified buyer’s list is crucial for wholesaling success.
• How fear can hold you back, and how to overcome it in real estate investing.
• The value of coaching and how it can fast-track your success.
• How to structure real estate deals and handle negotiation challenges.

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Episode Highlights:

• [00:45] Jeremy introduces Josh Burnett and his journey.
• [03:15] Josh shares his background and what led him to real estate investing.
• [07:10] Overcoming fear and taking the leap into wholesaling.
• [15:25] The importance of building a strong buyer’s list and how it affects your deals.
• [21:45] Mistakes Josh made and how they shaped his learning experience.
• [29:10] The role of coaching in fast-tracking success and avoiding mistakes.
• [38:00] How to improve your negotiation skills with sellers.