Real Estate Success Stories

Welcome to Real Estate Success Stories!

In this episode of Real Estate Success Stories, Leo Pareja speaks with Matt Gardner, a former Air Force fighter pilot who turned a challenging cancer diagnosis into an incredible real estate career. From achieving $50 million in sales during his first year to leading a 35-agent team and acquiring 750 units, Matt’s story is both inspiring and extraordinary.

Learn how Matt rebounded from $400,000 in losses, navigated failed investments, and leveraged conservative underwriting to build his empire. Discover why every real estate agent should invest in property, how networking drives success, and the untapped power of tax benefits for agents.

If you're ready to get inspired and learn actionable strategies to scale your business, this episode is a must-watch!

Why Watch?

✅ From Fighter Pilot to Agent: Listen to Matt's journey from Top Gun training to real estate success.

✅ 750 Units Acquired: Uncover how partnerships and networking can supercharge your scaling strategy.

✅ Lessons from Failure: Hear the KPIs Matt wishes he’d tracked sooner.

✅ Conservative Investing: Learn Matt’s approach to minimizing risk while maximizing ROI.

About Real Estate Success Stories with Leo Pareja

Join host Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, as he delves into the exciting world of real estate with top producers from around the globe. Each episode offers exclusive, in-depth interviews with industry leaders who reveal their journeys, strategies, and tactics for achieving unparalleled success in their local real estate markets and beyond.

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⏱️ Chapters:

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  [00:00] - From Fighter Pilot to Real Estate Agent
• [05:30] - Growth, Setbacks, and $400K Lost
• [10:16] - The Key to 750 Units Acquired
• [15:45] - Why You Must Invest in Real Estate
• [17:37] - Matt’s Biggest Investment Failures
• [20:36] - Conservative Strategies for ROI
• [22:30] - The Future of Real Estate Investing
  
  

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Thank you for tuning in to Real Estate Success Stories! See you next week!