#44 - From Amish Roots to Real Estate Success: The Elam King Story

Path To Passive: Real Estate Investing For Technology Professionals

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In this episode, we sit down with Elam King, a former member of an Amish community who transitioned into a successful real estate entrepreneur. Elam shares his unique journey, from his early life in the Amish community to his current endeavors in real estate, particularly short-term rentals. He discusses the cultural values he grew up with and how they influenced his business mindset and practices. Elam also talks about the challenges and rewards of managing short-term rentals, including his approach to overcoming obstacles and maintaining a vision that ignites people's souls. He emphasizes the importance of taking action and learning from experience, which has been pivotal in his success. Whether you're new to real estate or looking to diversify your investment portfolio, Elam's insights offer valuable lessons on resilience, strategic risk-taking, and the power of a strong vision.

Connect with Elam on facebook.com/elamzking

Episode Highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(0:47) Elam’s background and Amish history

(13:19) Amish culture and misconceptions

(19:00) Life skills learned in the Amish community

(34:26) Transitioning into short-term rentals

(40:30) First real estate purchase and experience with Airbnb

(50:00) Diversifying investments and risk factors

(56:47) Key skills for success in real estate

(58:19) Advice for new investors

(1:00:02) Outro

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