Most people think you need to be rich or “connected” to raise millions. The truth? You can learn it. In this episode, we unpack how RJ de Leon used community and partnerships to scale then chose deals that protect time freedom and family.If you’re an immigrant professional or first-gen earner, this one shows how to start small, partner well, and buy back your time.👤 Guest BioRJ de Leon is a real estate investor, developer, capital raiser, and community builder. He began in accounting and sales, bought a first multifamily early with his wife Nicky, and later built a construction company to solve rehab problems. Today, he invests and develops in the Chicagoland area and Florida, has 85+ units, has raised $14M+ across ventures, and co-leads investor communities serving 8,000+ members. His work shows a simple path: learn in public, start with your circle, invest first yourself, then invite others.🔑 Key Insights💡 Education matters, but action wins when you set a clear buy box.💡 Your first partners are often in your existing circle. Ask for help.💡 Start as a passive investor to vet operators before partnering.💡 Raise capital by performing first with your own money.💡 Niche down: high-end new builds created better margins locally.💡 Community grows when you protect it from spam and noise.💡 Divide and conquer at home and in business to sustain energy.💡 Choose partners with care; contracts can’t fix bad character.💡 Know your season: chase cash flow or time freedom on purpose.💡 Patience to know where you are prevents risky decisions.⏱️ Timestamps00:01:55 — Why switch from accounting to investing?00:04:03 — How did you buy your first multifamily fast?00:07:00 — What mindset shift led you into development?00:14:31 — Who does what on your team and with partners?00:19:13 — How did you build a construction team from scratch?00:23:14 — How did you grow an 8,000-member community?00:26:27 — How do you balance business growth and family?00:35:41 — What is the best advice you received from a seasoned investor?00:36:49 — Cause you support and why it matters.00:37:51 — Where can listeners follow your journey?🤝 Connect With Our GuestRJ de LeonCo-founder – NVR CapitalWebsite: https://nvrcapital.usInstagram: https://instagram.com/rjtheinvestorFacebook: https://facebook.com/RJtherealestatementorLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/rjdeleon💛 Charity SpotlightWilson Disease Association https://wilsondisease.org— provides support and hope to people impacted by Wilson disease worldwide so that they may lead the best quality of life possible👋 Connect With MeGiang NguyenMultifamily InvestorCommercial Mortgage BrokerFounder – One River CapitalWebsite: https://onerivercapital.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/thatsalsainvestorFacebook: https://facebook.com/thatsalsainvestorLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/thatsalsainvestorFREE Discovery Call: https://links.onerivercapital.com/lets-connectFREE Guide: https://links.onerivercapital.com/multifamily-syndication-guide⭐ Enjoyed the episode?Share it with a friend and let me know what stood out!🔔 Subscribe for weekly real conversations on time freedom, wealth, and legacy.

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