Don't Fear the Zeros: How Matt Theriault Built His Real Estate Empire From Scratch

The REtipster Podcast | Real Estate Investing

178: I had the awesome opportunity to sit down with Matt Theriault. I've been following Matt's journey for quite a while, and let me tell you, his insights on real estate investing are seriously mind-blowing.
(Show Notes: REtipster.com/178)

Matt has a knack for tackling challenges with a unique blend of creativity and critical thinking. From his early days in the music business to bagging groceries at 34 to building a 350+ unit real estate portfolio, Matt stresses the importance of overcoming the fear of large numbers and recognizing that a one-million-dollar deal takes the same work as a smaller one.

Matt's experiences, ups and downs, and approach to problem-solving are inspiring and packed with sensible tips. If you're a lifelong learner and value practical advice, you don't want to miss this episode.

Chapters

1. Embracing the concept: Make as much money as possible (00:00:00)

2. Introduction to Matt Terrio and his real estate journey (00:01:44)

3. Real Estate: The Final Frontier for Creating Wealth (00:09:58)

4. Becoming an expert attracts money, buyers, sellers, partners, investors. (00:16:51)

5. Tailoring terms based on buyer's preferences and needs. (00:20:00)

6. Seller financing is always the preferred option for deals. (00:24:07)

7. Evaluating Cash Flow and Down Payment Returns (00:27:45)

8. Timeline to Achieving Cash Flow and a Better Life (00:31:14)

9. Starting a membership website for passive income (00:34:15)

10. From Passive Income to Coaching Clients (00:35:03)

11. Skepticism and Perception of Trustworthiness (00:37:56)

12. Overcoming Fear of Big Deals and Embracing Opportunities (00:42:09)

13. The Paradigm Shift: Seeing Deals as Opportunities for Profit (00:45:49)

14. The Power of Information in Real Estate Investing (00:54:26)

15. ChatGPT Plus: A Realistic and Powerful Voice Assistant (01:02:00)

16. Using Data to Create Predictive Scores for Sellability (01:10:18)

17. Reducing Lists and Maximizing Marketing Impact (01:14:28)

18. The Inhumanity of Animals in Amusement Parks (01:17:54)