The Real Estate Investing Podcast

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business?

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠

Want to quit your job and build a real land investing business? ⁠Land Portal⁠ gives you access to the fastest-growing land software plus ⁠Land Portal University⁠, where we walk you step-by-step through getting your first land deal. Looking for 1-on-1 Land Flipping or Subdividing coaching?  Schedule a ⁠FREE strategy call⁠ here.================================In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with veteran land investor, Travis King, to reveal how he scaled from flipping $500 lots from Ebay to closing 6-figure land deals through private capital, smarter marketing, and value-adding strategies. Travis breaks down what's actually working in today's land investing market, from new strategies targeting landlocked properties and subdivisions to standing out with segmented direct-to-seller marketing.If you want to build a scalable land investing business, replace your W-2 income, and make fewer deals for bigger profits, this episode is a must-watch!

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Ron Apke welcomes back Mike DeFrancisis to share how he scaled from wholesaling into high-profit land investing by focusing on large parcels, subdivides, and major entitlement projects. Mike explains why land offers faster deals, bigger margins, and less work, and breaks down his current 34-deal pipeline, projected $8M profit, his entitlement process, six marketing channels, and his best advice for new and scaling land investors. Join our free land investing community where you can reach out directly to Mike or connect with hundreds of other land investors: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/discordWhat You Will Learn:- Why land investing beats other real estate strategies- How Mike scales large parcels, subdivides, and entitlements- His six top marketing channels for land deals- How he manages his business and team- Key advice for beginners and growing investors================================ 

In this episode, Daniel and Darrick reveal the MLS Hack that allowed Darrick to buy 12 acres with three houses, subdivide the land, and essentially live mortgage-free. They break down how to spot undervalued acreage on the MLS, analyze subdivide opportunities, work within county regulations, and use simple tools like Land Portal to find deals that require zero marketing. If you want free land, a free house, or a smarter way to build wealth through land investing, this episode is a must-watch.What You Will Learn:- How to identify profitable MLS hacks- How subdividing can eliminate your mortgage- Key county rules that make or break a deal- The filters to use in Land Portal to find deals fast- Why “one county removed” is the ideal market================================ 

In this episode, we sit down with land investor Peter Toth to break down how he turned corporate burnout into a thriving land-flipping career. Recorded at the Land Operator Alliance Conference, Peter shares exactly how he finds deals, structures profitable owner-finance notes, and uses subdivides to multiply returns, plus real examples, including flipping an 80-acre property for a six-figure gain in just three days. If you want to grow your land investing business with smarter marketing, better deal evaluation, and higher-ROI exit strategies, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can start using today.================================ 

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron and Dan Apke break down their biggest takeaways from the elite Land Operators Alliance Conference in Savannah, Georgia.Surrounded by high-level land investors, entitlers, subdividers, and developers, they reveal what truly separates top operators, why land flipping is the ultimate launchpad, how experts dominate specific niches, where the real profits are made, and how these entrepreneurs build businesses that run without them. Whether you're flipping your first parcel or scaling into major subdivisions, this episode gives you an inside look into the most powerful room in land investing and the strategies that can move your business forward fast.What You Will Learn- Why land flipping is the best starting point- The most profitable niches in today's land market- Traits top land investors share- Why building homes isn't where the real money is- How high-level operators structure teams and systems================================ 

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Podcast, Ron sits down with land investor Brandon Mulhall, who went from 10 mailers with zero deals to building real momentum in his land business, all while juggling a newborn and a full-time job.Brandon shares how he discovered land investing, the mistakes he made early on, and the strategies that helped him close multiple deals and scale his marketing. His story is a powerful reminder that consistency beats everything in this business. If you're looking for motivation and a real roadmap to making land investing work, this episode is a must-watch.What You'll Learn:- How Brandon discovered land investing and stuck with it- Why his first 10 mailers produced no deals — and what he changed- The story behind his early flips and the challenges he faced- How he scaled his marketing and deal flow- His goals and strategy heading into 2026================================

Access Free Resources: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/resourcesIn this video, Ron Apke breaks down the exact 7-day plan to build your land investing business in just one hour per day. No fluff, no wasted time… just the simple, step-by-step actions you should take each day to start getting real deal flow. If you want a clear blueprint to start getting more land deals than 95% of beginners, this is it.================================ 

In this two-part episode, land investor Nolan Lukasek shares how he went from drop shipping to building a profitable $100K land business in just 12 months. Starting with no real estate experience beyond a few side hustles, Nolan took the leap after hearing a podcast that changed his mindset, and never looked back. He breaks down how he sent his first 13,000 mailers, stayed consistent through slow months, and eventually found momentum by pivoting to cold calling and tracking the right KPIs.- How Nolan went from drop shipping to full-time land investing- The marketing shift that turned things around — mailers vs. cold calling- The KPIs and metrics that actually matter for scaling- How to manage leads, agencies, and follow-up like a pro- Why consistency and tracking beat luck in this businessWhat You'll Learn:- How Nolan went from dropshipping to full-time land investing- The marketing shift that turned things around — mailers vs. cold calling- The KPIs and metrics that actually matter for scaling- How to manage leads, agencies, and follow-up like a pro- Why consistency and tracking beat luck in this business================================ 

In this episode, Ron Apke breaks down how to pick your first or next profitable land market in a simple and visual way. He walks through the full process from selecting a metro area and nearby counties to running tests on land data using Land Portal. You will learn how to look at days on market, price per acre, and data points to make confident decisions. Ron also shows how to set up your marketing schedule so you stay consistent and keep your deal flow strong. Whether you are just starting out or want to refine your system, this episode will help you choose better markets and close more deals.What You Will Learn- How to select your first market for land flipping- How to analyze counties using Land Portal- The key data points that show strong markets- How to plan and schedule marketing for steady deal flow- Why consistency is the key to scaling your land business================================

Ron Apke reveals three powerful land flipping strategies you should be using right now to dominate 2026. He breaks down each one with real examples and drawings so you can see exactly how to structure deals for massive profits. From minor subdividing to high ticket double closings and survey hacking, these strategies can help you build a 6 to 7 figure land business this year.What You Will Learn:The top strategy to scale your land business and earn $500K from one dealHow high ticket double closings work and how to profit $35K per dealHow survey hacking can turn one property into multiple flipsWays to find and evaluate profitable parcelsWhy these strategies are the biggest opportunities for 2026================================ 

In this video, Ron Apke breaks down how marketing for land deals has evolved over the past 5 years, from simple direct mail strategies in 2020 to today's powerful, multi-channel approach. Watch as Ron literally maps it all out on paper, showing how investors can level up from sending mailers to building a complete marketing machine. Learn how personalized, handwritten letters, strategic follow-up texts, and even cold calling are driving 4x–5x more seller responses. Whether you're just starting out or scaling your land business, this visual and practical breakdown will change how you think about land deal marketing in 2025.================================ 

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Apke, seasoned land investor and founder of Droners.io, to uncover how to sell land fast, even in a shifting market. From pricing strategies and smart marketing tactics to drone photography that actually converts, Mike shares exactly what's working right now to move properties quickly. Learn how to create momentum in the first seven days, make every lead count, and market your land like a high-end listing to attract serious buyers and maximize your ROI.

In this episode, Ron Apke sits down with Seth Williams, founder of REtipster, one of the original voices in land investing. Seth shares how he built a thriving online brand from his early days sending postcards in 2008 to creating REtipster and Stride CRM. They discuss how the land business has evolved, why consistency beats quick wins, and how technology (and AI) are shaping the next generation of land investors. If you're serious about long-term success in real estate, this episode is a must-watch.What You'll Learn:- How Seth got started and built REtipster- The mindset that drives long-term success- How land investing has changed since 2008- Tools and systems (like Stride CRM) that save time- Seth's predictions for the future of land flipping

Dan and Ron Apke are back to share the 5 steps to getting your first subdivide land deal. Minor subdivides in rural America can be one of the most profitable land investing strategies, and in this episode, the Apke Brothers break down exactly how to do it, even if you've never flipped land or worked in real estate before. If you've ever wanted to learn how to buy land, split it into smaller parcels, and maximize your returns, this is where to start.What You Will Learn:* How to choose the best counties in America for subdividing land* Key legal and zoning restrictions to look out for before starting* What makes a property perfect for subdividing (and what to avoid)* The most effective ways to reach out to landowners* How to buy, split, and sell subdivided land for maximum profit================================ 

In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke share the 6 Steps to Doing Your First Land Flipping Deal.Whether you're brand new to real estate or working a 9-5 with zero experience, this guide walks you through exactly how to land your first profitable deal.From choosing the right county to finding sellers, running due diligence, and selling the property, you'll get a clear roadmap to succeed in land investing.What You'll Learn:- How to pick the best county and market for land deals- The most effective ways to generate leads (cold calling, texting, mail)- Budgeting for marketing and deal costs- Talking to sellers, negotiating, and getting contracts signed- What to check during due diligence before closing- How to sell your property fast without using a Realtor================================