Cody takes us on his personal experiences in the world of real estate. From early struggles and doubters to finding the right mentor and making over $100 million in deals, Cody's story is sure to inspire and motivate you. He discusses the power of mentorship, the importance of perseverance, and the transformative effect of finding your passion. With his signature wit and authenticity, join him as he dives deep into the world of real estate, sharing stories, strategies, and expert advice to help them build a solid foundation of financial security. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode will inspire, educate, and ignite your own real estate ambitions. Plus, stay tuned as Cody announces some exciting changes to the show and hints at what's to come in future episodes. So sit back and get ready for an engaging and insightful conversation with Cody Sperber, the Clever Investor. 💥HIGHLIGHTS:  Advice for Real Estate Investing Past Experiences and Struggles Turning Point Plan for Future Podcasts Troubled Past Military Experience Wholesaling Real Estate Influence of People on Speaker A's Decision Meeting Lyle Wall and Becoming a Successful Investor Cody Sperber and the Clever Investor Show SOCIAL MEDIA: Tiktok 👉  Cody Sperber (@cleverinvestor) | TikTok YouTube 👉 Clever Investor - YouTube FB 👉  https://www.facebook.com/codysperber/ ⏰TIMESTAMPS: [00:01:59] Real estate journey: rough start, 14 months. [00:06:04] Child curious about getting name on building. [00:08:47] Child entrepreneur turns to illegal drug trade. [00:11:57] First choice in class based on effort. [00:13:41] Assigned to USS Oldendorf, a guest quartermaster, deployed for 6 months to various countries including the Middle East. [00:18:06] They love what they do, despite low pay. [00:22:57] Find motivated sellers, negotiate, control, sell to cash buyers. [00:26:12] Learn real estate through seminars, and spend thousands. [00:26:58] Naive, scared newbie buys real estate courses. [00:30:19] Nuances in art form, struggling with doubt. [00:34:25] Struggled, broke down, wanted to quit, finagled deal for excitement, disagreement about payment. [00:39:17] Quit real estate, going to college instead. [00:41:43] Interesting encounter with an eccentric old man. [00:44:52] $10,000 in $5 bills for mentorship. Three-strike rule for mentees. [00:49:18] Quit job, studied money, made good choices. [00:50:47] My race was tough, grateful for the team. [00:54:19] Learn from successful entrepreneurs, experts, and community. Subscribe now!