In this episode of The Real Estate Ride, we’re diving into one of the most critical pillars of your real estate success—building your team of A players. Whether you’re wholesaling, flipping, or buying and holding, your business is only as strong as the people you bring into your circle. I’m sharing my step-by-step approach to identifying, recruiting, and working with top-tier attorneys, title companies, contractors, lenders, and virtual assistants—those who will help you close deals smoothly and scale confidently.

You’ll also learn the secrets to setting up your deals the right way—like handling escrow, navigating private money loans, and avoiding costly misunderstandings with agents and title companies. If you’ve ever struggled with finding the right people, knowing what to say to a private lender, or just keeping your deals moving forward, this episode is packed with gold.

3 Key Takeaways:

1. Build a Team That Works for You – Your business depends on professionals who understand your investment strategy. If they aren’t aligned, it’s okay to move on and find someone who is.

2. Private Money ≠ Cash – Always clarify that private money is a form of financing, not cash. Labeling it incorrectly can cause unnecessary confusion and delay closings.

3. Protect Relationships and Reputation – Every transaction impacts your future in the market. Build a solid reputation by being clear, professional, and easy to work with.

Timeline Summary:

[0:00] - Introduction

[1:22] - Why your team defines your success in real estate

[2:31] - The must-have attorneys on your roster—and why one isn’t enough

[5:16] - Finding title companies that are wholesale and escrow friendly

[9:20] - Why private money ≠ cash and how to communicate that to agents

[13:02] - How your reputation with agents can impact future deals

[15:00] - Getting free lead lists from attorneys and title companies

[16:30] - Why it’s okay to “fire” team members who don’t align

[20:21] - The best ways to find investor-friendly realtors

[22:32] - What inspections you should never skip (hint: septic systems!)

[24:03] - How to use mortgage lenders to qualify lease option buyers

[27:45] - Building credibility with private money lenders (even if you’re new)

[32:05] - What you can and can’t say when marketing to private lenders

[40:37] - Why you need a credibility packet and how to use it

[45:22] - Using virtual assistants to free up your time and grow your business

Closing Remarks:

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The Real Estate Ride! If you’re serious about growing your investing business, remember: you don’t need to do it all alone—you just need the right people on your team. If you found this episode helpful, please follow, rate, and leave us a review. And don’t forget to share this with a fellow investor who’s ready to level up.

Let me know if you’d like me to adapt this into a short-form version for Apple/Spotify descriptions or a caption for social media.