In this live workshop episode of the REI Deal Finders podcast, I'm helping you figure out exactly where you fit in the real estate world—and how to thrive in 2025, no matter your experience level or available resources. Whether you're brand new and trying to find your starting point, or you're already investing and looking to scale or shift gears, this episode is your roadmap.   I break down the most common paths in real estate investing—like wholesaling, rentals, flipping, creative deals, and passive investing—and explain which ones make sense based on your time, money, and goals. You'll walk away with actionable steps, clarity, and a better understanding of where you belong in this business. This is the episode that could change everything.     Episode Highlights   [0:00] - Introduction [0:21] - Understanding that every investor starts from a different place and has different goals [2:07] - Our story: how we started with rentals, transitioned to flips, found wholesaling, and scaled [3:27] - The most common real estate paths and how to know which one fits you [5:06] - Definitions and distinctions between wholesaling, flipping, rentals, creative finance, and more [8:01] - Avoiding the trap of diving in without education (and what it costs investors) [10:40] - The $50K rule: deciding which investing strategy you can afford to pursue [15:22] - Active vs. passive investing roles—and how to decide where you belong [21:15] - Four investing roles deep dive: wholesaler, flipper, landlord, private lender [30:28] - Why long-term rentals build wealth over time (and what makes a good tenant) [32:03] - The power of passive investing and how funds and private lending create freedom [33:06] - Why 2025 is the year to thrive—and the simple mindset shift that gets you started [34:21] - Your next move: how to take the next step based on where you are today     5 Key Takeaways   There's no one right way to invest in real estate – Your path should match your lifestyle, time, and available capital. Education is the key to avoiding costly mistakes – Especially when choosing between strategies like flips, wholesaling, or creative deals. The $50K threshold matters – If you have access to $50K, you can likely enter flips or rentals; if not, wholesaling or JV partnerships are smart entry points. Passive investing builds true freedom – Through rentals, private lending, or funds, your money can work while you rest. Success starts with knowing your next step – Don't try to leap to the finish line—start with the move that fits your season of life.     If this episode gave you clarity or motivation, please rate, follow, review, and share the REI Deal Finders podcast. The right path is out there—you just need to take that next step.   Let's go get that next deal.

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