SUMMARY: Derek Jarr, a real estate investor and entrepreneur, shares his journey in the real estate industry and the evolution of his business. He discusses the concept of Stay Frank, a sale leaseback company that helps homeowners in financial distress stay in their homes. Derek explains how Stay Frank makes money by wholesaling deals and selling to retail investors. He also reflects on his early days in real estate, including door knocking and using creative marketing techniques. Derek shares his experiences in short sales and building new homes, as well as the challenges and lessons he learned along the way. In this conversation, Derek Jarr, the founder of Stay Frank, shares the origin story of his brand and the challenges he faced as an entrepreneur. He discusses the future of homeownership and the impact of rising home prices and institutional ownership. Derek also opens up about his experiences with plant medicine, and how they have helped him on his personal growth journey. He emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and unconditional love, and encourages young entrepreneurs to stay curious, hungry, and teachable. SOCIAL MEDIA: TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@cleverinvestor  YouTube 👉 Clever Investor - YouTube  FB 👉 https://www.facebook.com/codysperber/ IG 👉 https://www.instagram.com/cleverinvestor/  Connect With Derek Jarr: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekbjarr/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-jarr/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stayfrank.co/ 💥HIGHLIGHTS:  Stay Frank is a sale leaseback company that helps homeowners in financial distress stay in their homes. Wholesaling and creative marketing techniques can be effective strategies in real estate investing. Short sales can be complex, but innovative strategies like using trusts can provide opportunities for investors. The real estate market is constantly evolving, and investors need to be adaptable and open to new opportunities. Building a successful brand requires authenticity and a clear value proposition. The future of homeownership is uncertain, with rising home prices and institutional ownership making it difficult for many to afford a home. Plant medicine can be a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery. Self-acceptance and unconditional love are key to finding happiness and success. Young entrepreneurs should stay curious, hungry, and teachable, and be open to new opportunities in times of disruption. ⏰TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 01:32 - The Concept of Stay Frank 03:22 - How Stay Frank Makes Money 04:20 - Derek Jar's Start in Real Estate 05:18 - Door Knocking as a Strategy 06:16 - Creative Marketing Techniques 07:36 - Innovative Strategies in Short Sales 09:45 - Challenges and Lessons Learned in Short Sales 11:41 - Building a Wholesale Operation and Team 12:39 - Entering the Short Sale Business 16:21 - The Impact of the Market Meltdown 19:35 - Transitioning to New Builds 25:45 - Concerns and Challenges in the Real Estate Industry 32:11 - Transitioning Out of Construction 35:33 - The Birth of Stay Frank 38:15 - The Battle of Entrepreneurship 39:13 - Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone 41:50 - The Future of Homeownership 42:48 - The Shift to Renters 43:12 - The Impact on Home Affordability 46:27 - The Power of Plant Medicine 49:43 - Finding Self-Acceptance 51:42 - Lessons from Failure 59:13 - The Bufo Experience 01:03:31 - Opportunities in Disruption 01:06:41 - Unconditional Love and Kindness