Ep33 Creative Investing with Ethan Montang

From a college wrestler to a thriving real estate investor and entrepreneur, Ethan Montang's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and unconventional thinking. Join him as he dives deep into the lessons he's learned along the way, plus gain insights into his latest venture, the challenges of hiring and managing a team, and the deep motivation behind his work.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• Benefits and challenges of house hacking as a starting point in real estate investment

• Key lessons from flipping houses and managing multi-family properties

• How to structure creative real estate deals, including seller financing options

• Why it’s integral to build relationships and provide sellers with multiple options

• The value of mentorship in accelerating your career and success

Resources mentioned in this episode 

• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki | Paperback and Kindle 

• Landlording on Autopilot by Mike Butler | Paperback

• The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle 

• The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle 

• Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle

About Ethan Montang 

Ethan is a 32-year-old real estate investor and entrepreneur based in Iowa. He spent almost ten years working in sales and retail before quitting his job to focus on real estate full-time. Seven years ago, Ethan purchased his first property and has since grown his portfolio to 87 rental units, many of which were distressed and required remodeling and leasing. Ethan is passionate about learning, developing his craft, and building strong, professional business relationships. He runs a small family business focusing on efficiency and smooth transitions. His motivation comes from his son, Thaddeus, who has been a significant inspiration in his real estate journey.

Connect with Ethan 

• Instagram: @ethanmontang

• LinkedIn: Ethan Montang

• Facebook: Ethan Montang 

• TikTok: @ethanmontang

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