What happens when a first-gen American engineer gets laid off and vows never to rely on one paycheck again? Tony Lopes shares how he went from a $50K condo to managing 153-unit complexes and now coaches others on financial independence through real estate. From renter nation trends to finding your “superpower,” this episode is full of actionable insights for thriving in real estate, even in uncertain times.

Key takeaways to listen for

• [00:00] The best training ground for bigger investments
• [14:39] How simple goodwill steps create long-term tenant loyalty
• [19:16] What rising home prices and stalled development mean for investors
• [26:08] Why use 7% interest rate projections and hold rents flat for two years
• [36:54] A guide on how to go from solo investor to GP

• [43:50] Who Not How by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy | Paperback and Hardcover

Tony Lopes is a first-generation American, bestselling author, and CEO of Dirty Boots Capital. Armed with degrees in mechanical engineering and an MBA, he spent the early part of his career managing multimillion-dollar defense programs before pivoting to full-time real estate investing. Today, Tony empowers professionals to build lasting, legacy wealth through thoughtfully underwritten syndications, hands-on coaching, and mindset training, always with a focus on strong tenant relationships, conservative underwriting, and long-term hold strategies.

• Website: Dirty Boots Capital
• Instagram: @dirty_boots_capital
• LinkedIn: Tony Lopes
• Email: [email protected]

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