Don't Fear the Zeros: How Matt Theriault Built His Real Estate Empire From Scratch

178: I had the awesome opportunity to sit down with Matt Theriault. I've been following Matt's journey for quite a while, and let me tell you, his insights on real estate investing are seriously mind-blowing.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/178)

Matt has a knack for tackling challenges with a unique blend of creativity and critical thinking. From his early days in the music business to bagging groceries at 34 to building a 350+ unit real estate portfolio, Matt stresses the importance of overcoming the fear of large numbers and recognizing that a one-million-dollar deal takes the same work as a smaller one.

Matt's experiences, ups and downs, and approach to problem-solving are inspiring and packed with sensible tips. If you're a lifelong learner and value practical advice, you don't want to miss this episode.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Embracing the concept: Make as much money as possible
• 1:52 Introduction to Matt Terrio and his real estate journey
• 10:06 Real Estate: The Final Frontier for Creating Wealth
• 18:11 Becoming an expert attracts money, buyers, sellers, partners, investors.
• 21:20 Tailoring terms based on buyer's preferences and needs.
• 25:27 Seller financing is always the preferred option for deals.
• 29:05 Evaluating Cash Flow and Down Payment Returns
• 32:34 Timeline to Achieving Cash Flow and a Better Life
• 35:35 Starting a membership website for passive income
• 36:23 From Passive Income to Coaching Clients
• 39:16 Skepticism and Perception of Trustworthiness
• 43:29 Overcoming Fear of Big Deals and Embracing Opportunities
• 47:09 The Paradigm Shift: Seeing Deals as Opportunities for Profit
• 55:46 The Power of Information in Real Estate Investing
• 1:03:20 ChatGPT Plus: A Realistic and Powerful Voice Assistant
• 1:11:38 Using Data to Create Predictive Scores for Sellability
• 1:15:48 Reducing Lists and Maximizing Marketing Impact
• 1:19:14 The Inhumanity of Animals in Amusement Parks