304. Invest Early, Invest Often with Brian Truman
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Brian Truman, a seasoned professional with an intriguing career trajectory. From starting as a sports broadcaster, transitioning to a 22-year-long career in government contracting, to owning the largest business brokerage in Nashville, Brian shares his journey. He emphasizes the importance of relationships over transactions in the real estate business, discusses the thriving multifamily market in Nashville, and offers advice for newc...
Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Brian Truman, a seasoned professional with an intriguing career trajectory. From starting as a sports broadcaster, transitioning to a 22-year-long career in government contracting, to owning the largest business brokerage in Nashville, Brian shares his journey. He emphasizes the importance of relationships over transactions in the real estate business, discusses the thriving multifamily market in Nashville, and offers advice for newcomers looking to delve into multifamily real estate investing. Brian's insights on the significance of networking, continuous learning, and taking action in real estate investing provide valuable takeaways for both novice and experienced investors.
In this episode:
- Discover how transitioning from business ownership to real estate can accelerate your path to financial freedom.
- Learn why Nashville's booming, diversified economy makes it a prime location for real estate investing.
- Understand the value of building authentic relationships over chasing short-term transactions.
- Gain practical tips on how new investors can start small, build confidence, and scale into multifamily deals.
- And so much more!
Key Moments:
00:54 Guest Introduction: Brian Truman's Background
01:26 Transition to Real Estate: From Broadcasting to Brokerage
01:58 Selling the Business and Moving into Real Estate
02:56 Commercial Real Estate and Business Brokerage
06:43 Multifamily Real Estate Focus
15:56 Why Nashville?
21:07 The Importance of Relationships in Real Estate
25:08 Straight Shooter Broker Insights
26:45 Multifamily Real Estate for Everyone
27:30 Getting Started in Real Estate Investing
30:13 The Importance of Due Diligence
39:12 Final Round: Personal Insights
44:15 Contact Information and Final Thoughts
Find Brian Truman:
Website: https://accelcre.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-truman-1164418/
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