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Beyond the W-2: How to Achieve Real Estate Lifestyle Freedom

The Richer Geek

Release Date: 06/04/2025

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Now, managing multi-million dollar businesses (NH Home Buyers, Coastal Florida Home Buyers) and running the REI Freedom Coaching Program, Jeremy is passionately dedicated to helping others achieve financial freedom. Tune in to learn how Jeremy built multi-million dollar businesses and helps others escape the W-2 grind.

In this episode, we're discussing...

  • From Rock Bottom to Riches: Hear Jeremy's raw and inspiring story of rebuilding from financial ruin after the 2009-2010 recession, driven by an intense motivation to escape poverty forever.

  • The Audacious Start: Learn exactly how Jeremy leveraged just $17,000 in home equity at age 40 to kickstart his real estate journey, quickly turning it into significant profits and building foundational success.

  • Action Over Perfection: Understand why taking massive and imperfect action is the fastest path to achieving your real estate goals, even when you don't have all the answers.

  • Mentorship is Your Midas Touch: Discover why Jeremy, despite his immense success, continually invests hundreds of thousands of dollars in expert coaches and mentors. This insight is key to his 450+ off-market transactions and $10 million in gross profits.

  • Designing a Life of Freedom: Explore the core philosophy behind building a real estate business that grants you time freedom and the ability to work from anywhere in the world, breaking free from the traditional W-2 handcuffs.

  • REI Freedom: Your Coaching for Lifestyle Investing: Get an inside look at Jeremy's specialized coaching program, designed to teach you sales acquisition strategies and convert leads into profitable deals, all while focusing on a balanced, free lifestyle.

  • Navigating the Nuances of Off-Market Deals: Gain practical insights into the complexities of working with distressed sellers and properties, emphasizing problem-solving and providing true value beyond just the transaction.

  • Leveraging Private Lending for Accelerated Growth: Learn how high-net-worth individuals can partner with experienced real estate investors like Jeremy for strong, consistent returns on their capital, offering a dynamic alternative to traditional investments.

 

   Resources from Jeremy

     LinkedIn | REI Freedom 

   Resources from Mike and Nichole

     Gateway Private Equity Group |  Nic's guide | Franchise With Bob