Eliminating Barriers to Real Estate Success with TurnServe’s Founder, Tyler Dunagin
Release Date: 03/25/2025
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info_outlineIn this conversation, Jim and Tyler Dunagin discuss the challenges and opportunities in property management and real estate investment. Tyler shares insights from his company, TurnServe, which provides innovative solutions for property managers. They explore the barriers that prevent people from investing in real estate, the importance of systems and processes, and how to build confidence with lenders and sellers. Tyler also shares success stories of how effective management can lead to significant rent increases and reduced vacancy times, emphasizing the value of convenience in the industry.
3 Key Takeaways:
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Systems Remove Friction
By creating dependable, replicable processes, you gain time and reduce stress. Systems let you address the small things first, so the big results take care of themselves. -
Expert Help Beats “Doing It All”
Property management isn’t a solo sport. Hiring professionals for painting, flooring, or other unit upgrades shortens turnover time, protects your investment, and frees you to focus on the next opportunity. -
Mindset Drives Results
Tyler’s favorite read, As a Man Thinketh, underscores how your perspective and imagination fuel success. When you transform fear into decisive action, even your biggest goals become more achievable.
Ready to see how a property can practically run itself—while you focus on scaling and enjoying the cash flow? Don’t wait. Tune in now and discover how TurnServe’s approach to real estate can simplify your life, turbocharge your returns, and help you break away to true wealth.
Listen to the full episode and get inspired to eliminate every barrier between you and your financial freedom!
Connect with Tyler Dunagin:
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/tylerdunagin/
Website: www.dunagincollective.com