I'm Scared, But I'm Doing It Anyway! | Interview with Jared Macliver, The Kid Investor

What You'll Learn in This Episode

We have an inspirational episode for you today! Rich and Jason interview Jared Macliver (The Kid Investor), who began developing his business and money-management skills as a young person, and purchased his first investment property before turning 18. Jared shares how education, coaching, creative financing, persistence, and a willingness to act despite fear helped him acquire and improve an RV park while continuing to pursue additional real estate opportunities. They discuss what it means to go against conventional expectations, trust yourself while remaining teachable, and keep taking the next step so you can open doors to extraordinary investment opportunities.

Episode Highlights & Timestamps

• (01:26)How Jared's early experiences with bookkeeping and small businesses gave him a foundation in revenue, costs, profits, and money management.
• (07:31)How finding a qualified coach can educate you on best practices, and fast-track your entry into investing.
• (09:27)Why feeling scared does not always mean an investment decision is wrong and how to use fear as a signal to take action.
• (13:04)How Jared structured the acquisition of his RV park using seller financing and a loan from a friend.
• (15:40)Three actionable operational strategies to significantly increase the net operating income (of an RV park, for example).
• (18:36)Why committing fully to a goal, surrounding yourself with supportive people, and continuing to take the next step can help you move forward when others don't understand your path.
• (24:32)How to apply creative resourcefulness and delegation to accomplish projects larger than you could handle alone

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