July 27, 2025

305. Finding Your Buy Box: Effective Strategies for New Investors with Chad Ackerman

305. Finding Your Buy Box: Effective Strategies for New Investors with Chad Ackerman
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305. Finding Your Buy Box: Effective Strategies for New Investors with Chad Ackerman

Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Chad Ackerman about his remarkable journey from a corporate HR professional to a successful real estate syndicator and business coach. Chad shares his personal story, detailing how he transitioned from his W2 job and navigated the challenges of the real estate investment world. He discusses his initial mistakes, the importance of having clear goals, and the strategies he employed to achieve financial independence. Chad also touches o...

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Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Chad Ackerman about his remarkable journey from a corporate HR professional to a successful real estate syndicator and business coach. Chad shares his personal story, detailing how he transitioned from his W2 job and navigated the challenges of the real estate investment world. He discusses his initial mistakes, the importance of having clear goals, and the strategies he employed to achieve financial independence. Chad also touches on the significance of due diligence, community involvement, and overcoming imposter syndrome.

In this episode:

  • Learn how a casual workplace conversation sparked Chad Ackerman’s journey from HR professional to full-time real estate investor.
  • Discover why defining your personal “buy box” can eliminate emotional investing and clarify your financial goals.
  • Understand the power of community—how local meetups and online forums like BiggerPockets can accelerate your growth.
  • Gain insight into how coaching and mentorship can help overcome imposter syndrome and build investor confidence.
  • And so much more!


Key Moments:

00:56 Meet Chad Ackerman

01:33 Chad's Real Estate Journey Begins

03:24 First Investment Lessons

04:30 Building a Real Estate Community

05:37 Partnership with BiggerPockets

06:15 Transition to Business Coaching

10:12 Importance of Due Diligence

16:00 Defining Your Buy Box

18:18 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

19:46 Leveraging Coaching Skills for Investment Success

20:09 Overcoming Financial Hurdles with Tribe Vest

20:51 The Importance of Accountability in Achieving Goals

21:17 Mentors vs. Coaches: Understanding the Difference

22:05 Alternative Investment Strategies and Education

24:05 Chad's Journey from HR to Business Coach

28:33 Final Round: Insights and Reflections

34:08 Closing Thoughts and Final Advice


Find Chad Ackerman

Website: https://chadackerman.focalpointcoaching.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-ackerman-8089a8a/


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