Gain the knowledge to turn distressed properties into money-making opportunities from Jake Harris as we chat about reasons to stay ahead of institutional investors and why he wrote his book "Catching Knives." He also tells a crazy story regarding toilet flappers and other manufacturing issues in today's real estate market.   Key takeaways to listen for Buy vs. Rent: Why you should or shouldn't buy a home The motivation behind Jake's book "Catching Knives" Helpful advice for successful long-term investing Pros and cons of investing in California Why North and South America is primed for partnerships   Resources mentioned in this episode Coldwell Banker Metaverse United States Census Amazon Book: Catching Knives by Jake Harris | Paperback   About Jake Harris Jake is the founder and managing partner of a private equity real estate company that has overseen the development, acquisition, and management of over $200 million in assets in the last five years. He has nearly two decades of experience in real estate, construction, and investment management and is a licensed California broker with expertise in opportunity zones, infill development, construction cost-control systems, and the scaling of distressed investing businesses.   Connect with Jake Website: Catching Knives | Passive Wealth Principles Instagram: @jake.realestate | @catchknives TikTok: @jake.realestate YouTube: Jake Harris   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown. Subscribe to Leigh’s other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops   Sponsors Follow Up Boss Start your free, all-access trial today. There’s no credit card required. For a limited time, Follow Up Boss is doubling the free trial for CSIRE listeners—that’s a full 30 days to see how Follow Up Boss helps you close more deals. LINK: Followupboss.com/crazy Instagram: @followupboss Facebook Page: Follow Up Boss Website: https://www.fubcon.com/ #followupboss   Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand TrainingHow to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to get ahead of the curve and learn how to manage changing markets, the action steps for what to do, and most importantly, what to say so that you can secure listings, assist more buyers, and grow your business no matter what the market is doing. Link: http://dominatethisrecession.com