#217 - Quitting His Teaching Job and Going all in on Flex-Space Rentals - Jonathan Hayek

Joining us today on Living Off Rentals is someone who started his career as a special education teacher in the public school system. Now, he focuses on a different sector: industrial properties.

Jonathan Hayek didn't come from an entrepreneurial family. His dad was a teacher, and his mom worked at an office. His desire for financial, time, and geographical freedom led him to live off rentals.

Listen as he shares some great advice and stories about his journey from being a school teacher to an entrepreneur. Enjoy the show!

Key Takeaways

[00:00] Introducing Jonathan Hayek and his background

[04:50] His first deal and financing of his first residential property

[12:45] Transition point from investing in residential to commercial

[17:15] His office property as a hub for small business owners

[23:44] Managing an office building 

[30:27] What makes a good industrial flex-space deal?

[38:55] Single-tenant property

[44:56] Jonathan's real estate goal

[47:27] The value-add philosophy

[50:21] Connect with Jonathan Hayek

Guest Links

Website – thesourcecre.com 

Show Links

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