Paul Smetona, a real estate agent and investor in Cleveland, Ohio, shares his personal background and journey into real estate. He describes the geographical and economic aspects of the Cleveland market, highlighting its affordability and investment potential. Paul discusses how his engineering background has influenced his approach to real estate, particularly in renovations and property management. He shares a memorable renovation project and his involvement in the local investor community. Paul also discusses his future investment plans and the challenges of balancing personal and professional life. He concludes by sharing the Stoic philosophy that has shaped his mindset and approach to life. In this conversation, Paul shares his insights and experiences in real estate investing. He emphasizes the life-changing potential of real estate and encourages listeners to take advantage of FHA mortgages or low down conventional mortgages to invest in multifamily properties. Paul highlights the abundance of free resources available, such as podcasts, to gain the necessary knowledge. He also offers his contact information and invites listeners to connect with him and join his investor network. The conversation concludes with Kevin asking the audience to share their best real estate investing advice.
