You want to build a real estate portfolio, but you might not even own a single rental property yet! So how do you go from onlooker to investor and finally become financially free through real estate investing? Start with the end in mind! So many rookie real estate investors envision a dream life with cash-flowing rentals and little to no stress, only to realize the landlord life is a LOT different than social media makes it seem. To grow a passive real estate portfolio, you need to do something different. David Greene, host of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, knows exactly what that is.David went from cop to top-producing real estate agent, investor, broker, and host of the world’s most recognized real estate investing podcast. He knows what it feels like to have a big portfolio and all the pain points that come with it. For the rookie investors, David wants to make sure you don’t make the same mistakes he did. Scaling your portfolio incorrectly could force you into yet another job, NOT the financial independence you’re looking for.In his new book, SCALE: A Successful Agent’s Guide to Leveling Up Their Real Estate Business, David outlines EXACTLY what you must do to build a business, NOT a landlord nightmare. In this episode, he’ll give you everything you need to know about picking the right area and property, why appreciation often beats cash flow, knowing “the number” to offer, and how you can outsource your work to live the life you love!Pre-Order SCALE now, and use code “SCALE262” for 10% off at checkout!In This Episode We CoverHow David Greene went from stressed-out cop to financially-free investor How to build a business, NOT a job that will take time out of your dayWhat to look for when researching an investing area and whether cash flow markets are worth itKnowing the “efficiency” of a deal and how it can make you MUCH wealthierThe “long-term outlook” David uses when analyzing ANY real estate dealHow to use “leverage” to work less, earn more, and build a better businessWhy buying the most real estate possible IS NOT a good option for investorsAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowFind an Investor-Friendly Real Estate AgentAshley's InstagramTony's InstagramBankrateBiggerPocketsBiggerPockets BookstoreBluehostDave Meyer's InstagramGoBundanceGoDaddyMonday.comOn the Market PodcastThe Real Estate Rookie PodcastThe 2023 State of Real Estate Investing ReportZillowConnect with David:David's BiggerPockets ProfileDavid's InstagramCheck the full show notes here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-262Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Check out our sponsor page!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.