Financial Freedom in 2025 (No Money Strategy)

Real estate investment pioneer Ken McElroy leveraged his background in property management into a billion-dollar real estate holding company. From one apartment complex in Washington state, Ken McElroy Housing has become a juggernaut managing more than 10,000 units in the Western United States.

As CEO and Principal of MC Companies, Ken McElroy's history of real estate investing illustrates what can be achieved through strategic expansion and understanding of the market. From overseeing 25,000 apartments for other people to creating his own $2 billion portfolio, McElroy's career illustrates the ways in which extensive industry knowledge can build incredible success.

In this episode, Ken McElroy brings his distinct vision for real estate investment based on his long-term background as a Rich Dad Advisor and best-selling author of 'The ABCs of Real Estate Investing.' He uncovers the tactical strategies used to develop MC Companies from ground zero, covering everything from acquiring property to navigating real estate syndication.

The conversation explores McElroy's unique perspective on market timing, how to recognize emerging opportunities in different real estate cycles, and his practical framework for scaling from small properties to larger complexes. Whether you're looking to start your first real estate investment or expand your existing portfolio, this episode delivers concrete strategies from someone who has mastered the art of building lasting wealth through strategic property investment.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Start
01:03 - Ken McElroy… 20 years ago
01:55 - On the wrong side of the coin
02:52 - Ratio per unit
03:11 - Unit walkthrough
03:32 - Cashflow estimates
04:09 - Closing the first deal
05:04 - Beating “scarcity mindset”
05:38 - It’s all just math
06:17 - Blueprint to start (now!)
09:32 - Asset class vs Market rate
11:22 - Fan blitz
12:45 - Red flags ARE opportunities
13:38 - From 1 to 10,000 doors
14:38 - Massive advantage
14:51 - 3 types of people
15:37 - Trends to watch for
16:20 - Rich Dad’s real estate advisor
18:26 - Properties to look for
19:30 - Beginner-friendly niches
21:48 - The “better” strategy
22:59 - Myths to debunk
23:26 - Biggest loss
24:49 - Studio tour
25:07 - Be. Do. Have.
25:55 - “Financial freedom does exist”
27:01 - Industry profit margins
28:14 - Leveraging “OPM” the right way
30:21 - Outro

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Don't forget to mention that you have to pay back that money you didn't spend, with interest.

[startingtech]

“go get debt” you need a massive income to even qualify thats why pual said you need money… this
guy was able to start big bc daddy who was “in construction” owned the damn company

[DannyBoy]

I keep forgetting how tall Paul (> 🤣) is. Also, he's a great host, but in case anyone is interested, he's a big time RE agent for Keller Williams in Seattle.

[acpats]

20 mill of equity producing 350-450 in cash flow. 1.75%-2.25% on cash equity. Is that really that good? I do understand that they created 10Mil in equity though development, but at this point wouldn't they be better to sell for 40Mil and then buy something else with a higher yield then 1.75-2.25% ....?

[DAS_Gaming]

The first time I read Lost Scrolls of Jewish Wealth, I couldn’t believe how much I had been overlooking. It’s one of those books that stays with you and makes you rethink everything.

[WelderBFamily]

Wow this is massive...he uses debt to acquire property.

[Thecoolestjen]

I am a single female construction worker, seems we make decent money but can't seem to save much less get ahead with today's costs. I have a great business idea but no way for a single person like me to get off the ground. Seems impossible.

[_kowono]

So the solution to not having money is "go find an investor"??

[dewittejager]

could you do a aquarium store either online & or offline retail like aquarium co-op or someone simuliar

[MinotauroTrading]

I have been looking at some deals here in Brazil and this place doesnt make any sense. They are asking 150 thousand for a house that builds 500 hundred bucks in rent when i need to pay 2% interest rate.

[industrialize]

Great interview, big fan of Ken's!

[BigHolmie]

Hello, thanks for the video. I believe it was mentioned that if you have no money, you can still find a deal that would appeal to an investor, and then be an investor manager I think. My question is, who and where do you find these investors? Thanks in advance!

[trickjones]

2:20 ish. He was given an opportunity to live free and have a job by a friend.
Remember that fact people.
Noone makes it without opportunity.

[BlueStreak]

Ken, we still waiting for that housing market correction to kick in so we can afford to buy a house.

[alchemicalfire]

Interviewer is so annoying. Let the guest talk we don’t care what you have to say

[vanshdeep]

This isn’t another self-help book. It’s a manual for breaking free from the system. The moment I finished book Hidden Codex of Wealth, I realized how blind I had been.

[Sharkdogb]

And In Florida if you go bankrupt the bank can’t take your assets. That’s the real reason everyone is going there. And taxes of course which all of that I think is cool in a way. Just be good to people be kind be loving be helpful

[samsheransari]

Everyone needs to check out Lost Scrolls of Jewish Wealth. I can’t believe how underrated this book is.

[AnimeExHindi]

I used to think knowledge like this was reserved for the elite. But then I found the book Lost Scrolls of Jewish Wealth, and everything changed.

[MuziqRocksChannel]

Brilliant and inspiring. Thanks for this video.