In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to survive and scale in a market that’s no longer easy. The days of quick flips and pandemic profits are gone and what’s left are operators who either evolve or disappear. They talk candidly about the grind behind today’s land business: slower deals, tighter liquidity, and the mindset shift required to play the long game when everyone else is chasing short wins.

You’ll hear raw stories from real transactions where patience, timing, and conviction made the difference between a solid deal and a painful loss. Dan and Mason share how they structure bank relationships, leverage credit, and think about lending as a way to outlast the market. They unpack why direct-to-seller marketing still works when done with skill, how to manage title and financing headaches, and why understanding the psychology of buyers often matters more than the property itself.

But this episode goes beyond tactics. It’s about legacy—why the next phase of success isn’t about scaling faster, but smarter. Dan and Mason reveal how they’re building systems that can stand the test of time, balancing ambition with enjoyment, and learning to find fulfillment in the process, not just the profit.

Tune in to discover how to think like a long-term builder in a short-term world and why the best deals, the best partners, and the best lessons often come when the market slows down.

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Key Topics:

-Market shifts and long-term survival

-Real transaction lessons and deal discipline

-Banking relationships and financing leverage

-Direct-to-seller marketing and negotiation skills

-Building legacy and finding fulfillment in business

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