0088 How Sharad M. Invests In Homes Under $30k, 45 Minutes Outside Of Chicago!

Please join us today as I talk with Sharad M., of Max Properties LLC. Sharad has been buying and renovating houses for the last 4 years, and in life and in real estate, has acquired a vast amount of insight, wisdom, and success. Please enjoy as we discuss Sharad’s ability for him and his wife to decide to live off the lowest of the income, and how he turned that into real estate investing success purchasing property for himself and his family for under $30,000. This interview is shorter than most, but thick with inspiration. If you are wondering how an ordinary Joe can make his money in real estate, take a glimpse into Sharad’s journey.

Find out more about Sharad Here!
http://www.biggerpockets.com/users/baruchmax

25 Comments

  1. AffordableREI-
    February 25, 2014 at 11:10 pm
  2. Andy Moore-
    February 26, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    Nice interview. Very inspiring. I had a similar plan in mind for my
    marriage (crossing my fingers). I’m very partial to owning free and clear.
    I like his success story. Started from the bottom…

  3. Sharad Mehta-
    February 26, 2014 at 9:20 pm

    Lisa, I want to thank you so much for inviting me to your show. And after
    watching the video, I noticed how much I was moving in my chair. I hope it
    isn’t too distracting for your viewers 🙂

  4. Nick Z-
    February 27, 2014 at 10:18 pm

    Good Interview! A very inspiring story. Thanks for sharing and I hope you
    continue success in the future Sharad.

  5. Chapincita-
    February 28, 2014 at 6:34 pm

    What a treat!
    I was so excited to see my two favorite RE inspirational folks interacting
    in this interview. You both have messages that reach deeply into my core of
    beliefs so I am always hanging on your every word in BP, YouTube or
    Affordable REI.
    Most of all I love how humble you both are and how you manage to enjoy and
    share your success but still keep it real.
    Thank you! ¡Muchas gracias! Domo arigatou gozaimasu!

  6. Judy Home Trends-
    March 5, 2014 at 6:50 am

    Thank you Lisa for sharing Sharad M. Very practical real estate advice,
    balanced lifestyle & above all HUMBLE! Nice work Lisa & Sharad.

  7. 777yodita-
    March 10, 2014 at 10:36 pm

    Thank you Lisa and Sharad! I really enjoyed your interview.

  8. REGGIE142-
    March 19, 2014 at 10:27 pm

    This is an amazing story and interview!! From watching many of your videos
    over the past few days, I now look at $30k single family properties
    completely differently. I currently own a few duplexes, but I will begin
    looking at $30k houses more closely now.

  9. Oshane Richardson-
    March 23, 2014 at 7:55 pm

    This is perfect. I really love what you are doing. Exaclty what I want to
    do when I finish college (in the Netherlands). Currently I’m working my way
    through college while saving all my student loan (partially a scholarship).
    Eventually I will have 20 years to pay it back and the interest rate on it
    is below a percent right now, so why not invest with it instead of
    partying.. As soon as I finish I will be buying my first unit in the US.
    Listening to stories like yours +AffordableREI and Sharad is very inspiring
    and helps me to stay focus. Great job!

  10. Chavis Atkins-
    May 19, 2014 at 11:19 pm

    Sharad the man! I really enjoyed watching this video and the story truly is
    inspiring. Typically from my background and those that I have surrounded
    myself with always had the idea of wanting the most flashy things and
    trying to make others jealous. I always had that idea in my mind, but never
    seen it coming to fruition because… I wasn’t raised by my single parent
    mother to be that way.

    Hearing from Sharad and having you Lisa, broadcast this is monumental for
    those getting into real estate. Great video for sure!

  11. Chavis Atkins-
    May 19, 2014 at 11:36 pm

    A really awesome guy I’m working with concerning my real estate investing.
    Very humble person Sharad is and for him to even take the time out to do
    this interview into his life. Check it out and get inspired. He is right
    out here in the Chicagoland and invests out here in Northwest Indiana so
    holla at me if you looking for a nice place to move to… he has me
    handling the properties which at any given time is like 7 to 10 properties
    popping up for rent.

  12. enos anson-
    June 7, 2014 at 5:57 am

    This guy remind me of a book I read called “The Millionaire Next Door” ohh
    man so freaking cool.

  13. enos anson-
    June 7, 2014 at 6:22 am

    I mean seriously speaking… I think this guy should write a book. His life
    to this point is such an inspiration. From working his first $20.00. To
    putting himself through school. And now at the point where he has all these
    houses and could retire if he choose to. Awesome! I hope this idea reaches
    him. His is one that needs to be told. And thanks to you Lisa for bringing
    us such great content. I’m new to this podcast, but I sure am glad I found
    you. Keep on keeping on Lisa.

  14. Bill Griffith-
    August 7, 2014 at 11:14 am

    Inspiring and informative. I have 15 properties and hope my kids who are
    in their 20s will be interested in videos such as this based on the
    demographic of you two. They already know how to paint and clean rental
    properties, lol.

  15. BLAZINBEATS123-
    January 3, 2015 at 12:15 am

    21:37 is garbage to me cause i want the best but everyone has their own
    ideas

  16. secondFunniestguyonyoutube-
    February 20, 2015 at 9:21 am

    If you are ever going to go into “good” debt, do it now with Real Estate.
    3.5% interest rates are unheard of over last 50-60 years. WE WILL BUBBLE
    AGAIN – 100% GUARANTEED. Low inventory, and “Friendly” Government will
    cause another HOUSING BUBBLE – Enjoy the ride up and SELL EVERYTHING IN
    2022-2024 BUBBLE.
    You are all spot on. I have “tripled” up on Florida properties over last 3
    years and its booming. Beautiful weather, Central Florida (Orlando area
    within 50 miles). Homes are $30K with repairs $695-$795 rent. Solid,
    decent area. Unfortunately the window has just about closed down here for
    that price point. Price appreciation is going to be huge till 2022-2024.
    If it bubbles (and I know it will), I’m going to sell everything then.

  17. Tay Clemmons-
    March 8, 2015 at 11:14 am

    just watched this video….noticed that your interview style is evolving!
    you have gotten so much more polished! It’s good to see you growth through
    the video library that you have created! I hope that by the time I have a
    few years with these investments that I am as interesting and informative
    in a similar forum!

  18. Tay Clemmons-
    March 8, 2015 at 11:23 am

    You took a guy that a lot of people would find un-interesting because he
    is a STRAIGHT BUSINESS MAN and had him drop his guard enough that he was
    actually entertaining…..you have more than one gift!

  19. Stephanie Marie Severson-
    April 20, 2015 at 8:13 am

    Thank you Lisa and Shared. My husband and I are just getting started with
    real estate. These videos are so inspiring and helpful. THANKS!

  20. Stephanie Marie Severson-
    April 20, 2015 at 8:31 am

    Do you use tools to find your properties? ???

  21. Car B-
    April 9, 2016 at 10:10 am

    Inspiring, Reminds me of my great grand parents. Thanks

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  23. Bobbi Williams-
    February 19, 2017 at 9:22 am

    WOW!!! Now that’s a power couple. I am so inspired thank you for sharing this story.

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