In this Straight to the Point episode, we sit down with Brian to unpack how he built a backyard construction business that’s generated millions, created hundreds of units, and opened up opportunities for homeowners to turn unused space into cash-flowing assets.We dive deep into:🔥 The #1 mistake people make when building ADUs🔥 How to turn $100K into long-term real estate wealth🔥 The discipline & mindset that separates builders from dreamers🔥 Why ADUs are one of the most slept-on wealth hacks in SoCal real estate🔥 Lessons from military discipline applied to business and investingWhether you’re a new investor, an entrepreneur, or just someone who wants to level up financially, Brian’s story is a masterclass in betting on yourself and building from the ground up.Watch until the end for lightning-round questions, unfiltered advice, and the mindset shifts you need to succeed in 2025 and beyond.Find us: Instagram: realtor.tmg and _isaac_ramirezLinkedIn: Tristan Guerrero and Isaac RamirezEmail: tristan.wcpb@gmail.com or westcoastpropertybros@gmail.comWebsite: westcoastpropertybros.com
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Instagram: thebuilderbrian
Linkedin: Brian KoonsChapters:00:00 Intro01:08 How did you get into ADUS?02:56 Did you know 100% you wanted to be in ADU's?05:40 How did you start your master plan?07:00 What branch were you in?09:57 Most powerful loan11:43 WAIT!12:25 What's a HUGE ADU mistake?14:00 Project Backfired.17:00 What's your system?19:54 Leaving my job21:06 Dumbest decision you've made?22:15 Have you had bad partnerships?22:57 Did your military background help you?22:30 Why is it important to build?27:30 Dumbest purchase.29:05 A rule you had to unlearn?30:30 What is your purpose?32:27 Best book or podcast33:25 First rule for starters in ADU?33:40 Favorite project you've done?34:19 Outro
