When I first ventured into the world of real estate investing, I was met with a lot of skepticism from my family and friends. They told me that it was too risky, especially during a time when the market was uncertain. However, I had always been drawn to the idea of building wealth through passive activities, and I knew that real estate could be a powerful tool for achieving that goal.

Despite the naysayers, I decided to take the plunge and buy my first single-family rental property. At the time, I was working a full-time job and also pursuing an advanced degree program, so it wasn't an easy decision. But I knew that in order to achieve my financial goals, I needed to take action and start building my portfolio.

It wasn't always easy - there were definitely challenges along the way - but I stuck with it and I'm glad I did. Today, I'm proud to say that my portfolio has grown significantly, and I've learned a lot about how to navigate the real estate market even when it's not favorable.

I know that for many new investors, the thought of getting started in real estate can be daunting, especially in a market like today's where interest rates are high and sellers have not capitulated to the current market dynamics. But I want to encourage you to not let that fear hold you back. With the right mindset and approach, you can achieve your financial goals through real estate investing, even in the most challenging of markets.

Over the years, I have mentored many new investors who have seen high levels of success. The question I get the most is "if you're finding such good deals, why aren't you buying them?" The answer is simple: becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur requires a mental shift from one of scarcity to one of abundance. I too had the scarcity mindset when I first started out, but after operating in the space and seeing the overwhelming number of opportunities, I quickly realized that we're in a land of abundance where I couldn't possibly buy every good deal that I could find.

That's why I shifted my focus to helping others. I ensure that my clients would be the benefactors of those deals. I've worked with them hand and hand, some of them for the last decade, to build sizable portfolios that have appreciated greatly in value while cash flowing the entire time. This is the power of a mindset shift from scarcity to abundance, and it's something that I teach all of my clients to help them achieve their own real estate success.

In conclusion, starting out in real estate can be daunting, especially when the market is uncertain and interest rates are high. However, with the right mindset and guidance, it is possible to achieve success as a real estate entrepreneur. The key is to shift your mindset from one of scarcity to one of abundance, and to focus on building wealth through passive activities such as rental properties.

If you're ready to take the next step and start building your own real estate portfolio, I invite you to reach out to me. I would be happy to share more information with you and answer any questions you may have. Additionally, if you're looking to learn more about advanced real estate investing strategies, feel free to reach out to me, I'd be happy to cover those subjects in future interactions. Remember, the earlier you start, the more time your money has to compound and grow. Don't wait, take action today!