Most people want passive income. But few understand what it really takes to earn it consistently. In this episode, Matt shares why owning hard assets yourself, even just a few, builds the knowledge base you need to invest wisely with others. From the hidden costs of poor due diligence to the power of strategic diversification, we break down the hard lessons, real-life gains, and mindset shifts that separate real estate pros from amateurs.

• Why managing your own assets gives you the best investor education

• The real risks most passive investors overlook

• How to vet deals, operators, and markets the right way

• What owning 10 single-family homes can teach you about scaling

• How to diversify across assets, markets, and risk profiles

• The real power of investor communities (and what to look for)

• How Matt created time freedom and raised $3M while abroad

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