The InvestedX Real Estate Investing Show

On this podcast you will hear the successes, failures, and lessons-learned as host Chris Bounds interviews real estate investors and entrepreneurs. Learn the tactics and strategies that these real estate professionals used to seize opportunity, overcome obstacles, and grow their business.

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Tuesday Apr 08, 2025

I lost $80,000 on my very first real estate flip. I was pregnant, overwhelmed, and completely blindsided by bad advice, contractor issues, and two floods. Most people would’ve quit… but I didn’t.
In this video, I share the full story of how I went from that rock-bottom moment to building a 7-figure virtual wholesaling business across Texas and Florida. You’ll hear how I turned failure into fuel, built powerful systems, and learned to approach real estate as a solution-based business, not just a hustle.
00:00 – The $80K Loss That Sparked a 7-Figure Comeback01:16 – Life Before Real Estate: Owning a Hair Studio02:19 – Discovering Rich Dad, Poor Dad & Wanting More03:46 – Getting Into Her First Flip (and Big Mistakes)06:31 – The Deal Unravels: Contractor Issues & Pregnancy07:35 – The Floods That Wiped Out the Flip (Twice)09:01 – Losing $80K and Hitting Rock Bottom09:49 – The Mindset Shift: “I’m Going Back to Get My Money”10:55 – First Wholesaling Deal: Made $6K While Still Doing Hair13:43 – Discovering Virtual Real Estate & Investing in Mentorship15:21 – From Failure to $80K Months in Just 3 Months16:04 – Systems, Processes & Scaling the Right Way17:19 – Starting Over After Splitting with Business Partner18:41 – Leveling Up Again: Beating the Next "Boss"19:04 – Building Exit Strategy Programs to Convert Every Lead20:40 – Naming the Programs & Positioning Them for Sellers22:04 – Real Estate Solutions, Not Just Offers23:14 – The “Program” Pitch That Wins More Deals24:14 – Standing Out in a Competitive Market26:06 – How They Acquire Properties with $5K Down27:30 – Speaking to Emotion, Not Just Numbers28:05 – Andrea’s Relentless Drive to Break Through28:20 – Rapid Fire Q&A: Advice to Her 20-Year-Old Self28:59 – Books That Changed Her Life29:27 – Life Philosophy: Let Go & Let God30:16 – The Impact She’s Making in Her Community30:54 – Mentorship & Operation X Program31:37 – Final Key: Feed the Good Voice in Your Head32:26 – Choose the Dream You Want to Live
📌 If you’ve ever felt like giving up after a setback — this is your sign to keep going.🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for real estate strategies, mindset shifts, and behind-the-scenes lessons from the journey.
🚀 Free Advanced Training: https://investedagents.com/training🔥 Community: https://investedagents.com/community📞 Real Estate Team: https://investedagents.com/team
Community Benefits
✔️ 7 Figure REI Accelerator ✔️ Coaching Calls✔️ Contracts & Documents✔️ Expert Course Library✔️ Vendor List✔️ Deal Funding✔️ Exclusive Events✔️ Private Community✔️ And more...
Connect With Us➡️ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareinvestedagents➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/InvestedAgents➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbounds
🔥 Chris Bounds is a real estate investor, fund manager, top 0.3% growth leader at eXp Realty, 2x ICON Agent with over $90 million in transactions, and founder of Invested Agents.
With his wife Jamie, Chris has used more than $20 million from private lenders and equity partners to buy around 1,000 single-family & multifamily units (including 200 flips).
He is also an IRONMAN finisher, private pilot, and endurance race enthusiast.
📝 Any recommended brands, tools, and resources are ones we use, like, and/or trust. We may earn affiliate income from some recommended products.
#RealEstateInvesting #WholesalingRealEstate #RealEstateMotivation #WomenInRealEstate #EntrepreneurJourney #FlipFailToSuccess #VirtualWholesaling #MindsetMatters #AndreaCruz

Monday Apr 07, 2025

With all the noise in the media, it’s hard to know what’s really happening in the economy. 📉📈 In this video, we break down the latest data on GDP growth, inflation trends, and the job market—and what it all means for investors, homebuyers, and anyone watching the real estate space. Are we heading toward a slowdown, or is this just headline hype? Get the facts, not the fear.
📌 Whether you're an investor or just trying to make sense of the market, this is the breakdown you need.🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more real estate and economic insights!
🚀 Free Advanced Training: https://investedagents.com/training🔥 Community: https://investedagents.com/community📞 Real Estate Team: https://investedagents.com/team
Community Benefits
✔️ 7 Figure REI Accelerator ✔️ Coaching Calls✔️ Contracts & Documents✔️ Expert Course Library✔️ Vendor List✔️ Deal Funding✔️ Exclusive Events✔️ Private Community✔️ And more...
Connect With Us➡️ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareinvestedagents➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/InvestedAgents➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbounds
🔥 Chris Bounds is a real estate investor, fund manager, top 0.3% growth leader at eXp Realty, 2x ICON Agent with over $90 million in transactions, and founder of Invested Agents.
With his wife Jamie, Chris has used more than $20 million from private lenders and equity partners to buy around 1,000 single-family & multifamily units (including 200 flips).
He is also an IRONMAN finisher, private pilot, and endurance race enthusiast.
📝 Any recommended brands, tools, and resources are ones we use, like, and/or trust. We may earn affiliate income from some recommended products.
#EconomicUpdate #GDP2024 #InflationTrends #JobMarket2024 #RealEstateInvesting #MarketUpdate #RecessionOrRecovery

Wednesday Mar 12, 2025

Ever wondered how to build massive wealth without flipping houses or dealing with tenants? 🚀 In this video, we uncover the untold secrets of self-storage investing—one of the most profitable and recession-resistant real estate opportunities. Learn how a fired corporate worker turned his setbacks into a $200M self-storage empire and how you can start investing today (even with little money). 🏢💰
0:00 - From Fired to $200M: My Self-Storage Journey2:04 - How I Got Started in Self-Storage Investing4:47 - Biggest Mistakes I Made in Real Estate8:27 - Self-Storage vs. Single-Family Rentals: Key Differences14:22 - How to Analyze a Self-Storage Deal in 30 Seconds16:03 - How to Finance a Self-Storage Investment22:53 - The Craziest Things Found in Storage Units25:37 - How to Get Started in Self-Storage Investing31:05 - Advice to My 20-Year-Old Self34:57 - The #1 Money Mindset Shift That Changed Everything42:42 - How to Invest in Self-Storage (Even with Small Capital)48:52 - Red Flags & Mistakes to Avoid in Self-Storage57:02 - Final Thoughts & How to Connect With Me
🔑 What You’ll Learn:✅ How self-storage generates passive income & high ROI✅ Why it’s better than rental properties & easier to manage✅ The step-by-step blueprint to finding, buying, and scaling storage units✅ The biggest mistakes to avoid when starting out
💡 Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned investor, this guide will change the way you look at real estate investing forever! Don’t miss out—watch now and start building your storage empire today!

Tuesday Feb 11, 2025

Join us as we dive into the world of real estate investing with Ben Deal, Houston’s leading investor agent. With over 20 years in sales and 8 years in real estate, Ben has helped clients acquire hundreds of investment properties, grow their wealth, and maximize returns. In this episode, Ben shares his journey from wholesaling to becoming a top-tier investor agent, offering actionable tips on leveraging your real estate license, finding off-market deals, and creating long-term financial success. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting out, this discussion is packed with insights to help you succeed.TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - INTRO
01:09 - What does being an Investor Agent mean to you & what inspires you to become one?
05:51 - How does your experience as both an agent and an investor give you a unique edge when advising investor clients?
08:03 - Most common challenges investors face in today’s market
11:04 - How are you finding investor clients to work with?
13:30 - What made you jump from the agent side to the investor side?
17:44 - Advice to real estate agents who wants to transition to becoming an investor
23:39 - Trends or emerging opportunities you see in the investor market today
25:31 - 3 Questions I ask my guest
30:05 - Q&A

Monday Jan 13, 2025

Join us for an insightful discussion with Russell Simmons, a seasoned real estate expert with decades of experience in Houston's dynamic market. From his early start as a teenager to managing over 500 properties and mentoring new agents, Russell shares his unique perspective on the state of the economy, housing trends, and what’s ahead for 2025. Learn about the challenges of housing inventory, the impact of rising mortgage rates, and the opportunities Houston offers to investors and homeowners alike. Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the nation’s most resilient real estate markets!
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - INTRO14:25 - Thoughts on the Housing Market22:48 - Market Predictions29:17 - Thoughts on Inflation Numbers in 202530:03 - Average Mortgage Rate31:39 - Home Sales34:04 - Home Prices35:46 - Single-Family & Multifamily Rents44:04 - Single-Family & Multifamily Values50:22 - Final Thoughts on Overall Economy and Housing54:20 - Personal Questions for Russel Simmons58:42 - Q&A

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Chris Bounds

 
Chris Bounds is a real estate investor, fund manager, top 0.3% growth leader at eXp Realty, 2x ICON Agent with $88 million in transactions, and founder of InvestedX.
 
With his wife Jamie, Chris has used more than $19 million from private lenders and equity partners to acquire & flip around 200 houses and over 400 multifamily units. 
 
He is a Christian, husband, father of two, fitness enthusiast, IRONMAN finisher, and private pilot.

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