Chip Ferguson reveals how his first $40K deal paved the way for scaling a successful real estate business through smart strategies and hard-earned lessons.
Chip Ferguson shares how a $40K wholesale deal in 2014 transformed his approach to real estate. From scaling with direct mail to building a virtual investing strategy, Chip dives into the lessons, missteps, and pivotal moments that helped him grow a thriving business across Texas.
KEY TALKING POINTS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:59 - How Chip Got Started In Real Estate
3:38 - His Breakthrough In 2014
6:30 - Chip’s Biggest Hiccup Early On
7:57 - His Thoughts On Direct Mail
12:19 - Why Sellers Go With Chip Over Other Wholesalers
13:03 - Finding Buyers
15:59 - How Chip Tells Sellers That He Won’t Be The End Buyer
17:13 - The Deal Where Chip Lost $50k
20:39 - How His Team Does Deals Now
25:17 - How Chip Handles Rehab Estimates
30:25 - His Company Structure Now
37:12 - Best Practices With Hiring Team Members
40:48 - How Chip Hired His First Acquisitions Position
44:21 - Chip’s Thoughts On Partnering
47:11 - How Ryan Knew It Was Time For Him To Hire
52:26 - How Chip Balances Work And Time With His Kids
56:52 - Closing Thoughts & How To Get In Touch With Chip
57:55 - Outro
LINKS:
Instagram: Chip Ferguson
https://www.instagram.com/thechipferguson/
Website: Chip Ferguson
https://www.smoothclosing.com/
Instagram: Ryan Haywood
https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments
Website: Heritage Home Investments
https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
Instagram: David Lecko
https://www.instagram.com/dlecko
Website: DealMachine
https://www.dealmachine.com/pod