#22. Cory King—Why Relationship Building is Key to Real Estate Success

Realtor, Cory King, from Knoxville, Tennessee shares how relationship-building helped fast-track his success in real estate investing. From working full time in the hospitality industry, to having a successful career in real estate, to now dipping his toes in the luxury space, Cory shares how what he's learned and how he's applied it to accelerate him forward.

“Hi, I'm Cory! I live in Knoxville with my lovely wife Amelia and our son Owen.

As the lead listing agent for the Heart Strong Home Group with Keller Williams Realty in Knoxville, Tennessee I work with a team of motivated professionals who help buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals quickly and professionally. I'm always looking for new ways to help and be creative to think outside the box to get things done.

My background includes 15 years in the restaurant industry working as a General Manager of Long Doggers Eateries in Central Florida. In 2009, my real estate journey began when I purchased my first property and quickly "house hacked" with 2 roommates who covered expenses and allowed me to grow quickly. Finding ways to be creative in a down market, I began acquiring vacant lots in established subdivisions at local auctions and started selling them directly to neighbors as a way to make some cash and learn more about the processes.

I still have a passion for "off-market deals" and love learning and sharing my knowledge with others. Serving on our brokerage's Agent Leadership Council has given me insight into a missing need for expert investment advice in our market. Our team mission is to deliver homeownership to everyone possible and make millionaires out of ordinary people. If there's any way I can be of service I'm always happy to help.”

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In this conversation, Rob Chevez interviews Igor Shaltanov, a former water polo player and now a real estate investor. Igor shares his journey from growing up in Russia during the transition from the USSR to the new Russia, to becoming a professional water polo player, and eventually moving to Southern California. He discusses how his background in sports taught him resilience and the importance of never giving up. Igor also talks about his transition from being a coach and business owner in the sports industry to becoming a real estate investor, and how he started buying and remodeling properties for rental income. Igor Shaltanov shares his journey from investing in single-family homes to syndicating apartment complexes. He discusses the challenges and benefits of syndication and the importance of finding the right operators. Igor emphasizes the goal of financial independence and the ability to make choices based on passion rather than survival. He also highlights the non-material rewards of helping others and making a positive impact. The Avista Fund, which Igor co-founded, focuses on investing in multifamily properties and diversifying by location, management group, and asset class.

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#55 Scott Morse—The Value of Working Old Leads and Having Multiple Exit Strategies

Maura McGraw shares her journey from the military to real estate investing, detailing her experiences with flipping houses, building a rental portfolio, and navigating the challenges of property management. She discusses lessons learned, the importance of market research, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the real estate market. Maura McGraw discusses her real estate investment journey, including advice from her father, the transition to commercial real estate, and the creation of a digital course for aspiring real estate entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of endurance and the long-term mindset required for success in real estate investing.

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