The Power of Authenticity, Advice For Beginners and Future Market Trends w/ Ethan Bishop

In this episode of The Capitalize Podcast, we're joined by Ethan Bishop, a real estate agent with over 100 real estate transactions totaling around $34 million in volume. Ethan shares his and his clients' strategies for success in the current real estate market.

We discuss how to get started as a first-time investor, the importance of building meaningful relationships, and how being yourself can be your greatest asset. Ethan also shares his insights on the future of the real estate market, his opinion on Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, and how to find deals outside of MLS listings.

Connect With Ethan:
Instagram: @ethanisthebish
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethanrobertbishop/
Email: ethan@asktcg.com
Phone: +1 330 495 9742

Connect with Sharper Capital:
Website: https://sharpercapital.com/
Instagram: @sharpercapitalpartners
Email: info@sharpercapital.com
Phone: +1 (513) 334-7501

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction and Background
• 0:59 From Akron to Cincinnati: Ethan's Journey
• 3:16 Transitioning from Hospitality to Real Estate
• 8:17 Ethan's Primary Focus as an Agent
• 10:40 Strategies for Success in a Difficult Market
• 15:10 Building Credibility and Trust through Authenticity
• 19:16 Building a Book of Business and Networking
• 21:35 Building a Team and Leveraging Expertise
• 22:05 Networking and Learning from Successful Individuals
• 26:15 The Potential of the Cincinnati Market
• 30:55 Investment Strategies: Long-Term Rentals and Cryptocurrency
• 34:43 Finding Off-Market Properties through Social Media
• 36:36 Authenticity and Consistency in Social Media Marketing
• 40:24 The Importance of Implementing Systems Early On