From 100-Hour Weeks to Real Estate Success with Nic DeAngelo

In this episode of the Return on Life podcast, host Randy Dyck welcomes Nic DeAngelo, a prominent real estate investor and founder of Saint Investment Group. Nic shares his journey from grueling 100-hour work weeks to achieving a balanced and fulfilling life through real estate investments. The conversation covers Nic's investment strategies, the importance of balancing income and life satisfaction, and the evolving needs of investors. They also dive into topics like the greatest wealth transfer, financial conservatism, and the impact of government inefficiencies on the real estate market. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to optimize both their return on investment and return on life.

Key Takeaways:

• Balancing Life: Nic emphasizes the need to balance work and life, moving away from excessive work hours to sustainable income through real estate investments.
• Investment Strategies: The shift from seeking high returns to focusing on stable, dependable income streams.
• Wealth Transfer: Insights into the largest wealth transfer in history and its implications for future generations.
• Government Inefficiencies: The challenges posed by government inefficiencies and their impact on real estate development.
• Financial Conservatism: The growing preference for conservative, long-term investment strategies among retiring baby boomers.

Timestamps:

[2:15] - Introduction to Nic DeAngelo and his background in real estate
[5:40] - Nic's transition from traditional businesses to real estate investments
[12:05] - The importance of balancing life and work for mental and physical health
[19:30] - Shifting investment strategies to meet investor needs
[26:45] - The greatest wealth transfer and its impact on future generations
[34:10] - The challenges of government inefficiencies in real estate
[41:20] - Nic's top three investment opportunities outside of mortgages

Notable Quotes:

• "You could be somewhat more balanced in life and still be successful."
• "The shift for me and understanding was really put real estate on a pedestal in my life in a big way."
• "We've seen a huge increase in the return on life for our investors by just doing what they're asking."

Links & Resources:

• Connect with Nic DeAngelo:
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/nicdeangelo
  • Saint Investment Group: www.saintinvestment.com
• Connect with Randy:
  • Website: www.randydyck.com
  • Instagram: www.instagram.com/randycdyck