In this episode, Jonathan interviews Jon Schoeller on his successful Real Estate journey. Jon is always keeping himself busy with the many ventures he is a part of: Real Estate investment business, fitness business, YouTube channel and building his own Real Estate portfolio. He dives into tangible tips and tricks to take action and the importance of being a value add focused person.


Episode Breakdown: 


1) Intro dig in/Strategy: 0-22:58 


2) Getting started/Taking Action 22:59-50:29 


3) Content intake/Time management/Tactics/Tools: 50:30-1:00:58 


4) Wind down: 1:00:59 -1:09:23


Top Takeaways  


Tips for creating content:  


 - Most people are not comfortable getting on camera, but you just have to start  


- Repetition is key to getting more comfortable and natural  


- Record with no intention of posting  


- Record the same thing 10 to 15 times and eventually, you will find one that is post-worthy  


Finding deals today: 


 - Majority of deals are off-market  


- Go to sites like Zillow and look at the ones that have been on the market for 100 plus days 


 - The longer on the market, the easier it is to get a good deal  


- Understand what the resale value is in the neighborhood you are looking at  


- Start knocking on doors and ask people if they are interested in selling their house  


Taking Action:  


- Be a value add person and solve problems for people who don’t have the time to do it themselves 


 - Surround yourself with people who are doing what you want to do 


 - Learning by doing 


 - Start early in your 20’s; Just do it


- Checklists for everything  


Working with Contractors: 


 - Never tell them your budget, because then they will try to get every penny  


- Call multiple contractors to walk through the property and give an estimate 


 - Always pay the contractor for their time  


- Find a contractor who communicates extremely well, timely, respectful and gives recommendations


How to bring value to Jon: 


- Help with marketing and social media. Always looking to boost his presence online


Resources:  


Matt D’Avella YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/blackboxfilmcompany


Basecamp management tool


Social Links:  


YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBIK5rMihvG0-0ZHS5lARCQ 


IG: @thefrugalinvestor  


Company Website: https://www.aminvestmentswv.com