Episode 15: Agents Who Invest: Real Strategies That Work

In this episode of Realty Resilience, host Dave Nations sits down with three members of his own Nations Network team—Dave Stelmacki, Jim Wehmeier, and Chris Lance—to explore what it actually looks like when real estate agents step into the investing space.

From wholesaling and flipping to long-term buy-and-hold and working with investor clients, each guest shares a unique approach to building wealth through real estate. They talk through the mindset shifts that helped them get started, the systems they lean on, and the lessons they've learned (often the hard way) about what it takes to succeed beyond sales.

This episode is a must-listen for any agent who's tired of chasing the next deal and ready to build something that lasts.

Tips from Today:

• Start with what you know: agents already have access to deals—don’t overlook your own pipeline.
• Know your numbers before you make an offer: ARV, repair cost, and real margins matter.
• Build trust and do your homework—especially if you're working with out-of-state investors.
• Flipping can create capital, but holding creates freedom.
• The best long-term plan? One rental at a time.

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