Manage episode 491941624 series 3589406
Joao Macavilca shares his journey from growing up in an attic with undocumented parents to flipping over 70 properties and owning a 54-unit commercial property, demonstrating how early hardships can fuel business success.
• Growing up in difficult circumstances in East Orange, NJ shaped his drive to create a better future
• Reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad created a powerful mindset shift from "I can't afford it" to "How can I afford it?"
• Networking and finding complementary partners is crucial for scaling from residential to commercial real estate
• Mistakes with building codes and renovations can cost thousands - befriend your inspectors and understand code requirements
• Building genuine relationships, not just exchanging business cards, creates a powerhouse network of suppliers and contractors
• Skip the painful learning curve by learning from others who have already found the best subcontractors and vendors
STF Capital | CEO and Founder
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Chapters
1. Building Relationships with Inspectors (00:00:00)
2. From Attic to Real Estate Success (00:01:27)
3. Mindset Shift: How vs No (00:03:57)
4. Scaling to Commercial with Partners (00:06:18)
5. Learning from Building Code Mistakes (00:10:17)
6. Building a Powerhouse Network (00:13:33)
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