In this video, I’m breaking down a decade of real estate experience—sharing the wins, the losses, and the lessons that shaped my journey from wholesaling single-family homes to developing multi-million dollar projects. This isn’t just a highlight reel—it’s a raw look at the reality of building a real estate empire, the mindset shifts required, and the challenges you’ll face along the way. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, these lessons are your blueprint. 👉 Want to go deeper? Join my free Inner Circle community for exclusive content, tools, and support: https://www.skool.com/maxmaxwell https://mmlink.io/connectedinvestors Drop a comment below with the lesson that hit home the most for you—I’d love to hear your thoughts. Let’s keep building together! 🚀 00:00 How It All Started 01:17 Discovering Wholesaling 02:18 Transitioning from Wholesaling to Development 03:35 The Turning Point 04:23 Beating Self-Doubt 05:09 How I Overcame No Experience 06:47 Lessons from Early Mistakes 07:40 Real Estate Myths Debunked 08:50 The ‘Aha’ Moment 10:46 Overcoming Challenges in Real Estate 11:50 Why I Didn’t Quit 13:02 Technology in Real Estate: A Double-Edged Sword 14:37 My Go-To Tools for Real Estate Success 15:18 How Tech is Changing Real Estate 17:11 The Power of Networking 18:27 Smart Networking Strategies for Real Estate in 2025 19:30 Must-Have Skills for Every Real Estate Investor 20:56 Investor vs. Developer: Shifting Your Mindset 22:21 Lessons from Building in Zanzibar 24:40 Reflecting on 10 Years 26:17 Real Advice for New Investors 27:49 Lessons from My Failures 28:35 The Heart of Real Estate Success 30:27 Advice to My Younger Self