Demystifying Home Buying for Millennials with Brandon Lowkaran
Release Date: 04/10/2025
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info_outlineFrom dreaming of NASCAR to navigating Northern Virginia’s high-stakes real estate market, Brandon Lowkaran brings speed, smarts, and sincerity to every transaction. Listen in as he talks about market myths, money mindset, and how small shifts can lead to big moves in real estate. And just when you think it’s all financial wisdom and buyer tips, wait until you hear about the buyer, the long-close nightmare, and the self-sabotage that nearly derailed it all!
Key takeaways to listen for
- Is Northern Virginia real estate really crashing or is that just internet noise?
- Why first-time buyers suddenly have more leverage than they’ve had in years
- Down payment assistance programs most buyers don’t even know exist
- How Brandon’s construction background gives his clients a serious advantage
- What most high earners still get wrong about money and how to avoid it
Resources mentioned in this episode
- CASHFLOW® Classic—How Fast Can You Become A Millionaire?
- VA Home Loans
- HOME Plus Program
- Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki
About Brandon Lowkaran
Born and raised in Trinidad, Brandon began his career drafting architecture, then transitioned to project management and real estate consulting. Today, he raises capital for his investment fund using the same strategies he teaches. With hands-on construction and real estate experience, Brandon specializes in finding hidden deals and helping others build wealth. He lives in Northern Virginia with his wife, Cecelia, and their children, Bryant and Axel, and enjoys motorcycles and outdoor family time.
Connect with Brandon
- LinkedIn: Brandon Lowkaran
- Instagram: @thelowkarangroup
- Facebook: Profile for The Lowkaran Group
- TikTok: @brandonlowkaran
- YouTube: Real Estate Investing with Brandon Lowkaran
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone Number: 571-502-0782
Connect with Leigh
Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.
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