How We Got Started in Real Estate and the New Rules of Wealth Creation (Hint: Don’t Buy a House This Year)

Finding Brotherly Love

In Episode 8 of Finding Brotherly Love, we explore the age-old debate: renting versus owning. From searching for a new office and studio space to breaking down the fallacy of owning your primary residence, we share why flexibility and scalability often outweigh the conventional wisdom of homeownership.

This episode dives into how renting creates opportunities for growth, why owning residential real estate might not always be the best investment, and how lessons from past ventures like United by Blue shape our approach to real estate today. Whether you're an entrepreneur or just reconsidering your own real estate choices, this conversation is full of insights, personal stories, and strategies for building a better future.

Quote from the Episode:
"Flexibility is the key to growth. Renting gives you the freedom to adapt without being tied down to a single space or idea."

What’s Inside This Episode:

• Why renting a studio and warehouse is a game-changer for growing a franchise business.
• The pros and cons of owning versus renting your primary residence.
• How we’re creating value through hospitality and commercial real estate.
• Lessons learned from past ventures about staying nimble in business.
• The surprising role of camp stores, merch, and e-commerce in franchising.

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