From the Marine Corps to commercial real estate, Dan Dempsey has always had a mission. In this episode, he talks about his passion for investing in Des Moines, the lessons learned from his early days of property management, and how he’s tackling exciting new projects like Starbucks site development. Tune in to hear actionable tips and motivational stories that will inspire your investing journey.
What you’ll learn from this episode
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Dan’s transition from military and police work to real estate investing
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Early lessons learned from house hacking and managing properties
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Challenges and opportunities in value-add real estate investments
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How to effectively utilize 1031 exchanges to grow a real estate portfolio
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Insights into site selection and development for Starbucks and mixed-use properties
Resources mentioned in this episode
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Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki | Paperback and Kindle
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On Killing by Dave Grossman | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle
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On Combat by Dave Grossman and Loren W. Christensen | Paperback and Kindle
About Dan Dempsey
Dan was born and raised in the Des Moines area and graduated from Iowa State University. He served in the Marine Corps for the better part of a decade and is a decorated combat veteran. His favorite assignment was being Tank Platoon Commander. After the Marine Corps, he served the local community as a Law Enforcement Officer and member of the Metro STAR Unit. Although Dan is an Iowa State University Alum, he still finds time to cheer for the Hawkeyes during football season.
He has recently joined NAI Iowa Realty Commercial. His area of focus is investment properties, with expertise in multifamily properties. Being a real estate investor himself, Dan enjoys working with investor clients to help determine and meet their real estate needs both now and as their portfolio grows.
Connect with Dan
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Website: NAI Iowa Realty Commercial
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LinkedIn: Dan Dempsey
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Instagram: @the_iowa_investor
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Facebook: NAI Iowa Realty Commercial
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