What does it take to build wealth, scale a real estate business, and find peace—all without losing your mind in the process? In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Logan Fields Podcast, we sit down with Brendan de Silva, founder of the DE SILVA Team, to unpack the highs, lows, and gritty in-betweens of building a real estate empire from scratch.

Known for flipping hundreds of homes, scaling a brokerage from 130 to over 220 sales in a single year, and creating a rental portfolio that cash flows over $15K/month, Brendan brings a rare mix of tactical brilliance, spiritual depth, and entrepreneurial intensity. But this isn’t just another episode about real estate—this is a masterclass in mindset, financial trauma, leadership, and faith.

Whether you’re a founder with capital to deploy, a real estate investor questioning your next move, or a high-income entrepreneur wrestling with burnout, this episode gives you real answers.

Brendan breaks down why he actively warns against Airbnb and short-term rentals for busy entrepreneurs—and how these seemingly sexy ventures are actually operational nightmares. He explains why small multifamily properties and REITs are often smarter and more scalable options for seasoned founders. We dive into how he leveraged his sales business into millions in real estate equity—and the emotional chaos that came with it. Despite significant cash flow and assets, Brendan opens up about how he still struggled with financial anxiety and a scarcity mindset, proving that income doesn’t fix inner wounds.

One of the most powerful parts of this episode is Brendan’s journey from hustling 90-hour weeks out of fear to leading a team with confidence and abundance. He shares how a single failed assistant hire (who even tried to sue him) forced him to rethink delegation, trust, and how he scaled. He also breaks down his current approach to building community, deepening his faith, and maintaining high standards in both business and life. We also get real about status, legacy, and what it means to be a leader in your family, your company, and your community.

You'll learn how to use structured journaling questions to avoid “dumb tax” decisions, why physical health matters more for your mind than your lifespan, and how to build a life that isn't just profitable—but peaceful. Brendan also reveals how masterminds, spiritual accountability, and being in proximity to people “ahead” of him changed everything—from deal flow to mindset.

Some highlights include:

• When real estate makes sense—and when it doesn’t—for 7-figure entrepreneurs

• The real reason Airbnb isn’t passive income—it’s hospitality, not investing

• How growing up broke wires your brain—and how to reprogram it

• Why a stable business should feel like a spouse, not a one-night stand

• The story of a $1,000-per-person dinner that made his mom cry—and why it mattered

• How he balances business, marriage, fatherhood, and community without burning out

This episode isn’t about hacks—it’s about building a philosophy that sustains your success. It’s about shifting from fear-based hustle to abundance-driven leadership. And it’s packed with hard-won insights from someone who’s been in the trenches and came out with clarity.

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