1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Follow Mike &amp;amp; Shawn on Instagram! Shawn: @shawn_dimartile&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Mike: @miketighe_ Today's guest is Joshua Cadillac. &amp;nbsp;In this episode, Josh shares his journey in real estate, from losing everything in 2008 to building a successful portfolio and investment fund. He discusses the importance of education and continuous learning in the industry. Joshua also highlights the need for real estate agents to understand the products they are selling and the value they bring to clients. He emphasizes the significance of knowing the numbers and conducting thorough analysis in real estate investing. Joshua also touches on the challenges and opportunities in the current market, including the impact of short-term rental properties on the rental market. Here's what you can expect from the episode: Joshua Cadillac entered real estate as an agent following financial setbacks in 2008, mastering short sales and collaborating with banks on foreclosures. He transitioned into real estate investing, establishing a successful portfolio and launching his investment fund. Stressing the significance of ongoing education, Joshua underscores its role in navigating the real estate sector. He advocates for agents to comprehend their products and articulate their value to clients effectively. Conducting thorough analysis and understanding numbers are essential in real estate investment. The current market presents challenges and opportunities, notably influenced by short-term rental properties' impact on the rental market. How to connect with Josh: Instagram: @joshuadcadillac Book: Close For Life Learn more about Mike and Shawn: Shawn:&amp;nbsp;www.investorshawn.com Mike:&amp;nbsp;www.investormike.com The Real Estate Takeoff https://therealestatetakeoff.com/ <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/30519263/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/169655638