Welcome to the first episode of Westside Investors Network.
This is our first episode, which will kick off this journey. You will learn how to become a successful entrepreneur. You will learn how to invest. We will teach you the tools, and we will bring you the stories of great successful investors.
We wanted to start this podcast in the right way, bringing today's guest Jon Shepard, who has been the person who started everything in our family. He instilled in us the knowledge and passion for entrepreneurship, and now we are following in his footsteps.
In this episode, we will know the story of Jon, an entrepreneur who has dedicated himself to real estate doing it successfully. He will talk to us about how he got started in real estate, how to get a great deal, and his strategy behind them. Also, we will learn about the role that taxes play in investments. He will share what his first venture was and much more.
Be part of the beginning and growth of this wonderful podcast. Press play and join us on this journey.
ABOUT JON SHEPARD
Jon Shepard was born in Eugene, lived in Portland. He is a proud father, entrepreneur, and adamant about investing in real estate. He is also a bridge player passionate about sailboats and water.
With over 40 years of career, he has owned more than 34 houses and sells others.
WHAT YOU WILL HEAR
· [0:47] Where it all started: Getting to know Jon Shepard.
· [1:08] Investing time: Jon shares the worst and best property investments he has ever made.
· [5:17] What does a great deal look for Jon, and what's his strategy.
· [6:57] Tax role-play in investing.
· [8:19] Finally free: Jon talks about the moment he quit working.
· [9:58] Jon mentors and partners
· [11:48] Jon advises his 25 years old self.
· [12:14] Jon first entrepreneurial.
· [13:10] Jon real estate Moby Dick, the one that got away.
· [15:02] The importance of agreements in investment.
Key Quotes:
· [11:03] We learn from people around us and others in the business.
· [11:54] Anyone can be a success if they spend less than they make.
· [13:04] You learn, grow, develop and try things if it works, keep doing it but If it doesn't, don't do it.
ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK
The Westside Investors Network, is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication.
The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to the real estate professional that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host's AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication please visit www.uptownsyndication.com.
CONNECT WITH US
For more information about investing with AJ and Chris:
· Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/
· LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/
For information on Portland Property Management:
· Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com
· Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUjoeFertF_hlBUw4J2Tbw
Westside Investors Network
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