Scientist Turned Successful Flipper

AZREIA Show

In this episode of the AZREIA Show, host Marcus Maloney and Executive Director Mike Del Prete welcome special guest Cecil Gomes, a real estate investor with a unique background as a PhD trained cancer biologist. Cecil shares his journey into the real estate industry, discussing his experience with a Fix and Flip project and his transition from the world of science to real estate. Tune in to gain motivation, inspiration, and valuable life lessons from Cecil's story.

[00:02:10] Get to know Cecil Gomez [00:04:16] Trading time for money. [00:08:58] Walking your own path. [00:12:51] Flipping houses for quick capital. [00:14:58] Flipping houses gone wrong. [00:17:38] Outsourcing renovations and management. [00:19:38] Leaning into uncomfortability. [00:23:51] The power of subgroups. [00:24:20] The importance of local advice. [00:27:00] Flipping houses on major roads. [00:30:26] Scaling the renovation process. [00:32:46] Having a buy box. [00:35:00] Expanding the buy box. [00:38:30] Direct to seller marketing. [00:40:07] Scientist to real estate transition. [00:43:23] Closing deals with wholesalers. [00:45:03] The clearance yard. [00:47:48] Changing your friend group. [00:50:09] Retirement from wearing lab coat.

I hope these takeaways resonate with you as much as they did with me. This episode is a testament to the incredible journeys and wisdom shared by our guests. So, don't forget to tune in and be inspired!

And as always, if you have any thoughts or questions, feel free to reach out. I'm here to connect and engage with this amazing community.

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