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The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
The military taught us discipline, leadership, and resilience—but it never taught us how to build wealth or create true financial freedom. That’s where we come in.
I’m Markian Sich, a United States Marine turned real estate investor, and I know firsthand how tough it can be to figure out what’s next after service. That’s why I started The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast—to bring you real stories, real strategies, and real success from military investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who’ve been where you are.
We talk about leveraging your VA Loan, Military House Hacking, and proven investing strategies to help you build passive income, transition with confidence, and take control of your financial future.
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The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
From Zero to Fourplex—How I Bought My First Property Sight Unseen With Landon Fillmore | Ep 382
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From ROTC to Real Estate: Landon Fillmore's Journey of Investments and Identity
In this episode, host Mark chats with Landon Fillmore, a member of the military community who has successfully navigated his way into real estate investing. Landon shares his journey from joining the ROTC in college, to buying his first fourplex property, to managing rentals while stationed overseas. They discuss the pivotal conversations, educational resources, and strategies that built Landon's confidence and propelled him into action. The episode also delves into the mechanics of managing properties remotely, leveraging the VA loan, and the power of impactful discussions within the military to promote financial literacy. Whether you're interested in investing, facing an identity shift, or looking to understand real estate's four key pillars, Landon's experiences offer valuable insights for military members and beyond.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:24 Landon Fillmore's Background and Military Journey
02:55 First Steps into Real Estate Investing
05:46 Discovering Real Estate Education and Influences
10:55 The Power of Confidence and Taking Action
22:25 Navigating Real Estate Challenges and Opportunities
29:27 Exploring Midterm and Corporate Rentals
39:17 Balancing Personal Goals and Real Estate Strategies
48:17 Introduction to Real Estate Tracks
48:42 Embracing Identity Shifts
49:57 Military and Real Estate: Balancing Identities
52:02 Navigating Personal Identity Crises
53:33 From Ukraine to the U.S.: A Journey of Identity
56:53 The Naval Academy Experience
01:00:07 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
01:02:52 Real Estate Investing Insights
01:07:22 Leadership and Financial Education in the Military
01:17:43 Managing Properties Remotely
01:28:05 Conclusion and Contact Information
06:30 The Influence of Robert Kiyosaki and Pat Flynn
06:39 Discovering Passive Income and Military Community
07:12 The Journey to Real Estate Investing
01:41:10 The Importance of Confidence and Education
01:52:20 Powerful Conversations and Decision Making
01:56:24 Creative Real Estate Strategies
02:47:56 Managing Properties Remotely
02:58:13 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Connect with Landon here:
Instagram: @LandonJFillmore
WhatsApp: +1 801-404-3709,
Email: fil
ADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.
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Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.
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