🎯 Blog Title: From Marine Discipline to Real Estate Wins: My Bold Pivot
A Veteran’s Unconventional Path to Real Estate Success
My journey from serving in the Marine Corps to becoming a real estate investor has been anything but a straight line. It's truly a story fueled by curiosity, persistence, and strategic thinking. I recently had the chance to share my experiences on the SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean podcast, where I talked about how the boredom of COVID-19 unexpectedly ignited my passion for investing. What began as simply dabbling in stocks quickly grew into building a serious real estate portfolio.
From Civil Engineering to Real Estate
After five years as a civil engineer, I realized I craved more freedom in my life. My very first foray into real estate was buying a small condo in Santa Ana using a VA loan. When its value skyrocketed, I leveraged that equity by first attempting to house hack before ultimately using a home equity line of credit (HELOC) to acquire my first few rentals. My story, I think, really highlights how making smart moves, combined with building strong networks and finding excellent mentorship, can truly open up new possibilities.
Building from the Ground Up
I definitely didn't build this all on my own. I immersed myself in investor education groups, diligently built relationships with property managers, and learned how to thoroughly vet them after an early misstep. Today, my portfolio includes properties in California, Wisconsin, and Utah, and I'm pushing hard toward a significant milestone: completely replacing my income through real estate within the next year.
I'm currently targeting multifamily properties with the support of partners and coaches, making my first moves into syndications and partnerships. My commitment to continuous learning, active networking, and carefully scaling my investments shows just how much you can achieve with the right mindset and support.
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🎧 Catch the Full Interview:
Listen to "Green Bay Roots, Marine Tough, Stanford Smart: Chris Jansen on Real Estate Success" on Apple Podcasts or watch the YouTube video.
As always, it’s your life, your canyon, your legacy. YOU are in control. Let’s flow!
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