Internal Rate of Return Podcast

Ep 11. Bridging Real Estate Success and Family Values with Adam Zach

Amanda Alexander Season 1

In this episode, Amanda interviews Adam Zach, a former civil engineer who transitioned to becoming a full-time real estate investor, now owning 50 single-family homes across 13 states. The main discussion revolves around Adam's unique rent-to-own business model that assists renters in becoming homeowners. He shares his journey from a W2 job to achieving financial freedom and time autonomy, providing insights on partnership strategies, overcoming failures, and taking massive action. Additionally, Adam emphasizes the importance of family, balancing professional success with personal fulfillment, and the emotional and social benefits of dedicating time to young children. Listeners can gain valuable lessons on optimizing time, achieving financial independence, and prioritizing family life throughout this heartfelt and inspiring conversation.


00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Challenges

00:36 Meet Adam Zach: From Engineer to Real Estate Investor

01:29 Family Life and Time Freedom

03:22 Early Money Lessons and Work Ethic

11:49 Transition to Real Estate Investing

25:16 The Power of Partnerships

29:35 Tapping into the Rent-to-Own Market

30:08 Expanding into Multiple States

30:45 Gaining Knowledge and Mentorship

33:50 Leveraging Unfair Advantages

35:17 Capital Raising Strategies

38:30 Optimizing Time and Cash Flow

44:31 Learning from Mistakes

47:04 Vetting Partnerships

51:59 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

55:00 Future Goals and Projects

58:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement