The Real Estate Investing Podcast

Daniel Apke and Ron Apke

Real estate investing and land flipping doesn’t have to be as difficult as it seems. Meet Ron and Daniel Apke, two brothers who’ve bought and sold over 500 properties over the last 2 years and amassed over $5 Million. They believe deeply in creating financial freedom and are passionate about helping others build a roadmap for their own success. Listen to The Real Estate Investing Podcast to get the most approachable and practical conversations in real estate, along with a community to help you get to the next level in your entrepreneurial journey.

  1. HÁ 1 DIA

    From Craigslist Hustles to $8M in Real Estate w/ Brian Tran

    🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================ In this episode, Daniel Apke sits down with Brian Tran, an entrepreneur who built an $8M real estate portfolio and runs 8 successful businesses. Brian shares how failure, grit, and strategic investing took him from a failed coffee shop to financial freedom. Even if you’re focused on land flipping, this episode is packed with mindset, tax, and scaling lessons that apply to any investing business. 🌐 Connect with Brian: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.briantran https://www.tiktok.com/@mrbriantran?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/mr.briantran/?hl=en Virtual Assistant Services: TheVAHub.com ================================ TIMESTAMPS (Have to wait until uploaded because intro/edits will be made to raw file changing the times) TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:36 Meet Brian Tran 1:33 Immigrant Roots & Hard Work Mindset 2:31 Early Side Hustles 5:00 Becoming a Realtor in the Bay Area 6:14 Why He Left Real Estate Sales 8:01 Building a Brokerage & Local Expertise 11:04 Coffee Shop Failures & Lessons 13:03 First Flip: $575K Profit Deal 15:01 Scaling Multiple Businesses 17:41 High-Dollar Flips vs. Volume Deals 20:13 Why Land Investors Should Own Rentals 22:13 Tax Savings Through Depreciation 25:06 Using Real Estate to Reduce Taxes 27:03 Cash Flow vs. Appreciation 29:01 How Time Builds Wealth 30:03 Out-of-State Rentals in Alabama 31:19 What to Look for in Rental Properties 33:01 Section 8 Rentals & Cash Flow 35:47 Leverage & Paying Down Loans 36:17 Diversifying Beyond Land Flipping 38:02 Managing Risk with Profit First 38:34 Balancing Family & Business 42:20 Leadership & Delegation Lessons 43:37 The VA Hub 48:26 Final Advice

    49min
  2. HÁ 5 DIAS

    He Ditched Wholesaling for Land Deals… Now He’s Making $110K!

    🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/ ================================ Ron Apke sits down with Charles Mcewan, a former house wholesaler who discovered land investing and completely changed his life. After struggling to make $13K in a year wholesaling, Charles found our podcast, switched to land, and closed three deals in his first month. Now, with six deals in the pipeline worth $110K, he’s averaging one land deal a month and chasing a $300K goal for 2026.What You’ll Learn:- How Charles transitioned from houses to land- His texting and marketing strategy- Building trust with sellers- Double-closing insights & profit margins- Mindset and goals for long-term success ================================ SOCIAL Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠ Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠ ================================ TIME STAMPS 0:00 Intro1:00 From Houses to Land Flipping2:30 First 3 Land Deals in a Month4:00 Moving Into Bigger Acreage5:00 Six Deals Worth $110K6:00 Why He Left House Wholesaling7:30 Stop Throwing Away Land Leads8:30 SMS Marketing Strategy9:30 Building Seller Trust11:00 Double Closing Explained13:00 Finding “Unknown Heir” Deals15:00 Lessons From Scaling Failures17:00 Efficiency Over Volume19:00 Power of Consistency21:00 Running a Lean Business23:00 Balancing Job, Family, and Land25:00 Value of Mentorship27:00 Using The Land Portal Tool29:00 Turning a Landlocked Lot Profitable31:00 Final Advice for New Investors

    42min
  3. 7 DE OUT.

    Realtors Are Costing You Thousands (Land Investors, Watch This!)

    🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/================================In this episode, Ron Apke breaks down the five biggest reasons why using a real estate agent or broker to sell your land can cost you serious money, especially if you’re just getting started in land investing. From delayed listings and bad comps to agents who simply don’t understand land, Ron shares real examples of why it’s almost always better to list your properties yourself. If you’ve ever wondered whether hiring a realtor makes sense for land deals, this episode will open your eyes to what’s really happening behind the scenes.What You’ll Learn:- Why most real estate agents don’t truly understand land deals- How listing delays can cost you momentum (and profits)- The biggest comping mistakes brokers make that undervalue your land- How agents’ pricing strategies can make buyers lose confidence- The real reason brokers undersell your property, and how to avoid it================================ TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro – Why You Shouldn’t Use a Land Broker0:36 5 Reasons to Avoid Using Land Brokers1:09 #1 – It’s Hard to Choose the Right Broker2:55 #2 – Brokers Slow Down the Selling Process6:01 #3 – Most Brokers Aren’t Great at Comping Land9:59 #4 – Brokers Don’t Always Understand Land12:08 #5 – Brokers Undersell Properties and Cost You Profit17:58 Recap: 5 Reasons Brokers Hurt Land Investors18:32 Final Thoughts – When to List Yourself vs. Hire an Agent

    18min
  4. 3 DE OUT.

    The Land Deal That Made Him $300K in ONE WEEK

    🔥 Turn Vacant Land into Income: https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️ Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/ ================================ 📣 Want to work with Casey? Connect with him here: https://thesubdivideguys.com/ In this episode, Ron Apke talks with land investor Casey Cavell, who went from selling homes in college to closing a $300,000 subdivide land deal just months into land investing.  Casey shares how he spotted opportunity in a “bad market,” scaled quickly by focusing on bigger deals, and built a system to reduce risk through relationships with sellers and other investors. What You Will Learn in this episode: * Why Casey switched from real estate to land * How he flipped a 70-acre property for $300k profit * How building relationships lowers risk and unlocks deals * The power of “survey hack” opportunities * Where the land market is headed ================================  🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/ ================================ SOCIAL Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠ Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠ ================================ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Intro 0:48 – Starting Out in Real Estate 2:32 – Lessons From 2008 Crash 4:04 – Skills for Land Investing 5:41 – First Months in Land 7:18 – Going After Bigger Deals 9:04 – Casey’s First 70 Acre Deal 12:16 – Funding Deals: Cash vs Investors 13:50 – Advice for Beginners 15:59 – Meeting Sellers in Person 18:05 – Scaling After First Deal 19:40 – 50 Acre Nashville Case Study 22:17 – Solving Seller Problems 23:59 – Building Trust With Sellers 25:56 – Staying Focused in Land 27:01 – Current Land Market Insights 29:52 – Analyzing Counties & Demand 32:05 – Relationships vs Mass Marketing 35:04 – Why Talking to Owners Matters 36:15 – Faith and Mindset in Business 39:00 – Setting Goals in Land Investing 42:01 – Final Advice for New Investors 42:24 – Where to Find Casey

    42min
  5. 30 DE SET.

    How to 5X Your Land Deal (5 Steps to Subdividing)

    Dan and Ron Apke are back to share the 5 steps to getting your first subdivide land deal. Minor subdivides in rural America can be one of the most profitable land investing strategies, and in this episode, the Apke Brothers break down exactly how to do it, even if you’ve never flipped land or worked in real estate before. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to buy land, split it into smaller parcels, and maximize your returns, this is where to start.What You Will Learn:* How to choose the best counties in America for subdividing land* Key legal and zoning restrictions to look out for before starting* What makes a property perfect for subdividing (and what to avoid)* The most effective ways to reach out to landowners* How to buy, split, and sell subdivided land for maximum profit ================================  🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/ ================================ SOCIAL Ron's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠⁠ Dan's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠⁠ ================================ TIME STAMPS 0:00 Intro0:33 Why Subdividing Works Best2:55 Step 1: Pick the Right County6:00 County Rules & Price Spread9:59 Step 2: Build Your Land List12:30 Step 3: Marketing to Sellers15:55 Step 4: Acquisition & Funding20:22 Surveys & Land Splits22:23 Step 5: Selling Parcels23:18 Smart Listing Strategies24:35 Deal Funding Tips25:46 Final Thoughts

    25min
  6. 26 DE SET.

    6 Steps to Make Money Flipping Land (Beginner’s Guide 2025)

    In this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke share the 6 Steps to Doing Your First Land Flipping Deal.Whether you’re brand new to real estate or working a 9-5 with zero experience, this guide walks you through exactly how to land your first profitable deal. From choosing the right county to finding sellers, running due diligence, and selling the property, you’ll get a clear roadmap to succeed in land investing. What You’ll Learn: - How to pick the best county and market for land deals- The most effective ways to generate leads (cold calling, texting, mail) - Budgeting for marketing and deal costs - Talking to sellers, negotiating, and getting contracts signed - What to check during due diligence before closing - How to sell your property fast without using a Realtor ================================  🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/ ================================ SOCIAL Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠ Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠ ================================ TIME STAMPS 0:00 – Intro0:34 – Steps to your first land deal explained1:28 – Choosing the right county to start in3:45 – Key factors for county selection6:00 – Avoiding mistakes in land selection6:40 – Picking your marketing strategy7:07 – Direct mail: pros and cons8:43 – Text marketing for land deals9:51 – Cold calling: budget vs. grind11:53 – Outsourcing cold calls – is it worth it?12:44 – Building your property list15:36 – Talking to sellers and first calls18:02 – Sales skills and lead management20:31 – Due diligence explained23:43 – Acquisition and deal funding25:33 – Selling your property (disposition)26:59 – The AMAD 4-step system28:12 – Final six steps to your first land deal

    29min
  7. 23 DE SET.

    Why You’re Losing Land Deals (And How to Fix It)

    Struggling to close land deals after getting leads? In this episode, Daniel Apke and land investing coach Darrick Bourgeois share proven strategies to turn seller leads into signed contracts. From texting and phone calls to negotiation tactics and handling tough conversations, you’ll learn exactly how to close more deals and maximize your ROI.What You’ll Learn In This Episode:* How to handle seller calls & texts with confidence* Building trust fast to get below-market deals* Negotiation tips for tough pricing conversations* Making every lead count with ROI strategies* Using Land Portal to talk pricing like a pro ================================   🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/ ================================ SOCIAL Ron's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠⁠ Dan's Instagram 📸:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠⁠ ================================ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro01:00 – Texting vs calling sellers04:00 – Voicemails that actually get callbacks08:00 – Handling the first seller conversation10:00 – Asking “How much are you looking to get?”12:00 – Negotiation strategies for land deals14:00 – Why you need to get contracts signed fast16:30 – Double closing vs flipping land19:00 – Don’t just take the seller’s first number21:00 – When sellers need cash fast23:00 – Double closings vs realtor listings24:30 – Mail vs text: best lead sources28:00 – How to get more from every land lead31:00 – Giving sellers 3 options: cash, delayed close, realtor33:00 – Why most land sells under list price36:00 – Realtors as an indirect sales tool38:00 – Key takeaway: lock up the contract on the first call40:00 – Wrap-up: Land sales strategies that actually close deals

    40min
  8. 19 DE SET.

    Why Avoiding These States Is Costing You Millions

    Daniel and Ron Apke dive into Non-Disclosure States for Land Investing. What they are, why most investors avoid them, and how the best land flippers are making huge profits in states like Texas. They share proven strategies to minimize risk and uncover hidden opportunities where others won’t look.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:* Which states are non-disclosure and why it matters* How to find comps without public sales data* Using Realtors and Land Portal Price Estimate to value land* Tips to minimize risk when flipping land in non-disclosure states* Why mastering these markets gives you a massive advantage ================================   🔥 How To Get Started:https://landinvestingonline.com/pages/consultation/?el=yt ➡️Get Daniel Apke’s New Book (One Lot At A Time): https://landinvestingonline.com/one-lot-at-a-time/ ================================ SOCIAL Ron's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ronapke/⁠⁠ Dan's Instagram 📸: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danielapke/⁠ ================================ TIME STAMPS 0:00 – Intro0:44 – What are non-disclosure states?1:21 – Disclosure vs. non-disclosure2:01 – Biggest hurdle in these markets2:32 – Barrier to entry and competition3:40 – Why is sales data protected?4:41 – Obstacles create opportunity5:03 – Land Portal pricing study7:59 – The 10% rule on sold prices9:28 – Tips for working in these states12:28 – Using multiple data points13:14 – Seller awareness and cash offers14:46 – Importance of local market knowledge15:48 – Final thoughts17:00 – Wrap-up

    17min
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Real estate investing and land flipping doesn’t have to be as difficult as it seems. Meet Ron and Daniel Apke, two brothers who’ve bought and sold over 500 properties over the last 2 years and amassed over $5 Million. They believe deeply in creating financial freedom and are passionate about helping others build a roadmap for their own success. Listen to The Real Estate Investing Podcast to get the most approachable and practical conversations in real estate, along with a community to help you get to the next level in your entrepreneurial journey.

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