ABOUT THIS EPISODE
About the Guest(s): Marcos Martinez is a real estate investor and co-founder of Westiron Capital. With over eight years of experience in the industry, Marcos has successfully transitioned from wholesaling to apartment building syndication. He is passionate about creating passive income and helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. Marcos is also the head of Westiron Construction, where he oversees the capex side of projects in the Denver metro area. He is known for his strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to building meaningful relationships within the industry. Episode Summary: In this episode, Marcos Martinez shares his real estate journey and how he transitioned from wholesaling to apartment building syndication. He discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people and the impact of joining a mastermind group. Marcos also highlights the key qualities that attracted him to Josh Cantwell's leadership team and the value he has gained from being a part of the Forever Passive Income Maverick Mastermind. He provides insights into his current projects and partnerships, including his role as the Director of Acquisitions for CPI Capital. Marcos emphasizes the significance of patience, grace, and building passive income for long-term success in real estate investing. Key Takeaways: Marcos Martinez's real estate journey began with the intention of opening a restaurant, but a conversation with a childhood friend led him to discover wholesaling real estate. He joined Josh Cantwell's Forever Passive Income Maverick Mastermind in 2020 and has formed valuable relationships within the group. Marcos emphasizes the importance of patience, grace, and trust in the real estate investing journey, especially during challenging times. He is currently focused on acquiring apartment buildings in Florida, Colorado, and other Sunbelt states through Westiron Capital and CPI Capital. Marcos encourages investors to read books that promote personal growth and mindset development, such as "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle and "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey. Notable Quotes: "Patience and grace are essential in real estate investing. Don't give up right away, but stay within it and be around the right people." - Marcos Martinez "Surround yourself with the right people, whether it's through a mastermind group or finding one person who is living the life you want to live." - Marcos Martinez "Josh Cantwell is 100% real and down to earth. He shares his testimony and has high values, making him a great leader in the industry." - Marcos Martinez Resources: Westiron Capital: westironcapital.com Westiron Construction: westironconstruction.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/SRECvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strategic-real-estate-investor/id570750792?mt=2 Like our page on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com
