In this episode of the Know Your Why podcast, host Jason Balara sits down with Jessie Lang, a real estate entrepreneur managing over 70 long-term rental properties in Columbus, Ohio. Jessie shares how her journey, from a tough upbringing in Austin, Texas, to a thriving career in real estate, was fueled by grit, vision, and a relentless drive for financial freedom. She dives into her early days of house hacking, the valuable (and humbling) lessons learned through wholesaling, and how she ultimately built a thriving rental property business using the BRRRR method.

Jessie offers actionable investment strategies for those seeking long-term wealth through real estate, emphasizing the importance of property management systems and standardization to streamline operations. Her recently published book, Rentals Made Easy, simplifies the process for aspiring housing providers and provides a clear roadmap to success. Throughout the conversation, Jessie reflects on how her “why” has shifted from escaping fear to building community and giving back, illustrating the personal growth that often parallels professional success.

Key Highlights:

- Jessie's real estate journey began with house hacking in Austin, laying the foundation for her investing career.

- After relocating to Columbus, she quickly transitioned from a corporate job into full-time real estate.

- Wholesaling, while difficult, served as a pivotal phase in her learning and development.

- She built her rental portfolio using the BRRRR method, leveraging refinancing to scale.

- Standardizing properties has made managing her portfolio far more efficient.

- Rentals Made Easy shares her exact process to help others succeed in real estate.

- Mentorship and community support played vital roles in her entrepreneurial growth.

- Real estate has provided her with financial freedom and lifestyle flexibility.

- Jessie’s motivation evolved from fear to purpose and she’s now focused on impact.

- A strong, dependable team is key to scaling and sustaining a real estate business.

Jessie Lang’s story is a testament to how real estate, when approached with strategy and persistence, can transform lives. From wholesaling to managing a large rental portfolio, Jessie embodies the mindset and drive that define successful real estate entrepreneurs. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, her insights on financial freedom, entrepreneurship, and property management are both practical and inspiring.

Get in touch with Jessie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessielangofficial/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessie.lang1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessie-lang-36880637/

FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/unlockedguide

Rentals Made Easy Book: https://a.co/d/hAegcXI

Free Mini-Course: https://www.unlockedrentals.com/minicourseoptin 

If you want to know more about Dr. Jason Balara and the Know your Why Podcast:

⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jasonbalara⁠⁠  

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