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From NFL to Real Estate Devon Kennard Talks Hard Money Lending

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Release Date: 09/12/2025

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In this episode of the AZREIA Show, Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete interview Devon Kennard, former NFL player turned real estate investor. Devon shares how he invested his NFL earnings into Midwest properties, built a thriving lending business, and the key lessons he’s learned. 

Tune in for strategies, insights, and inspiration from an athlete who’s mastered both sports and investing.

Key Takeaways:
00:59 Devon Kennard's Background and NFL Journey
02:28 Transition to Real Estate Investing
03:41 Investing Strategies and Market Choices
04:53 Building a Real Estate Portfolio
06:55 Balancing NFL Career and Real Estate
09:12 Focus on Lending Business
10:39 Lending Business Insights and Strategies
13:48 Funding and Scaling the Lending Business
17:23 Navigating Real Estate Risks
17:47 Focus on Hard Money Lending
18:25 Arizona Market Insights
19:23 Importance of Liquidity and Reserves
21:04 Transition from NFL to Real Estate
23:46 Financial Education in Sports
27:38 Books and Business Philosophy
32:50 Memorable NFL Moments

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