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I’m Too Old to Start Investing

In this episode, the team tackles the powerful myth that people are “too old” to start investing especially in land. With humor, bologna sandwich metaphors, and real stories from the Land Geek community, they reveal why investors in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and even 80s often excel thanks to wisdom, discipline, and purpose-driven motivation. The hosts share personal experiences, success stories, and the mindset shifts that make late starters some of the strongest performers in the land business.

The conversation expands beyond strategy to highlight community, personal growth, and the joy of purposeful work at any age. The takeaway: you’re not too old—your age may be your biggest advantage.

Tune in as the team discusses:

  • Why age is not a barrier and may be an advantage in land investing.
  • How investors over fifty use life experience, grit, and focus to accelerate success.
  • The role of purpose, legacy, and family motivation as powerful drivers for older entrepreneurs.
  • Tech fears, learning curves, and how delegation and simple systems make the model accessible.
  • Real stories of older land investors who transformed their finances and their lives.
  • How community, friendship, and shared mindset create unexpected rewards beyond money.
  • Creative ways to start investing even with limited capital or experience.
  • Why the land business acts as “land therapy” for buyers and sellers alike.
  • The importance of routines, mindset, and lifelong learning at every age.

TIP OF THE WEEK

Mark: Try replacing your morning coffee with Keith’s Cacao – a cleaner, more intentional ritual that boosts energy and focus.
Scott: Build a simple daily routine for your land business; consistency is the foundation of longevity and success.
Mike: Use land arbitrage to get started with minimal capital – control property without buying it outright and profit from the spread.
Jon: When using agents, choose realtors who specialize in raw land; the right listing partner makes a massive difference in results.

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“Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?”

In this episode, the team breaks down why traditional financial advice no longer works and why raw land remains one of the most overlooked inflation hedges available today. They explain how inflation quietly erodes savings, why financial advisors rarely recommend land, and how cash-flowing land notes give investors agency, time freedom, and long-term stability. Through stories, philosophy, and practical examples, they reveal how everyday people can use land to create income, build wealth, and achieve meaningful lifestyle flexibility far earlier than retirement age.

Tune in as the team discusses:

  • Why inflation undermines traditional saving and retirement strategies.
  • The flawed incentives behind conventional financial advice.
  • How buying land at 25–30 cents on the dollar creates built-in equity.
  • Why cash-flowing land notes outperform paper assets in uncertain markets.
  • The concept of “agency” and how land investing restores time and choice.
  • Mindset traps around retirement, purpose, and lifelong learning.
  • Bulk-deal strategies, wholesaling options, and real examples from new investors.
  • When depreciation matters—and how cost segregation can apply to land.
  • The power of community, mentorship, and surrounding yourself with action-takers.

TIP OF THE WEEK

Mark Podolsky: Don’t let taxes drive your decisions—focus on high-yield investments first, then diversify later when your wealth grows.
Scott Bossman: Show up consistently—an hour or two each day of learning or doing compounds into mastery.
Mike Zaino: Adopt the mindset that failure is not an option; fail forward and stay committed through inevitable setbacks.
Jon Burnett: Build assets that give you time freedom now—not just decades from now—by starting with what you can control and afford.

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“Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?”

In this episode of Nite Cap, Scott, Mike, and Jon compare traditional real estate—rentals, flips, Airbnbs, and commercial investing—with the land investing model. They reveal why so many new investors get overwhelmed by houses, financing, maintenance, tenants, and market competition, and how land offers a simpler, lower-risk path to cash flow. With minimal startup capital, no repairs, and no 3 a.m. emergencies, land becomes the overlooked—but often smarter—vehicle for financial freedom. The trio breaks down how repeatable systems, digital due diligence, and owner financing create predictable income without the stress that comes with buildings and tenants.

Tune in as the team discusses:

  • Why traditional real estate often requires major capital, time, and emotional stamina
  • How land investors can get started with as little as $500–$5,000
  • Why land deals are simple, repeatable, and scalable, unlike houses where every deal is a unique project
  • How land can be bought and sold sight unseen using online tools and due diligence
  • Why owner financing turns small land parcels into steady, long-term monthly income
  • How defaults can actually boost profits because the asset returns to the seller
  • Why land appreciates over time—even though appreciation isn’t the primary strategy
  • How small wins build momentum faster than waiting for one “big deal” payday
  • Who the real end buyers are: people who want freedom, recreation, and their first piece of property
  • Why land investing removes tenants, toilets, termites, and midnight emergencies—forever

TIP OF THE WEEK

“We buy land at steep discounts because there’s low emotional attachment. That’s where the opportunity is.” — Scott Bossman

“Land is the entry-level gateway to real estate. Start small, reduce your risk, and learn how real investing works.” — Mike Zaino

“Choose the model that gives you time freedom. Simplicity and repeatability will always beat complexity.” — Jon Burnett

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“Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?”

In this tech-forward episode of Nite Cap, the team dives into how artificial intelligence is transforming land investing. Guest Fred from Reworked AI explains how his machine-learning tool, “Betty,” identifies which property owners are most likely to sell—allowing investors to drastically reduce mailer costs, improve response rates, and eliminate the guesswork that plagues new and seasoned investors. The discussion breaks down the difference between traditional “spray and pray” mailing versus data-driven decisions, and highlights why AI-backed demographic scoring may be the biggest leap in mailing efficiency the land niche has ever seen.

Tune in as the team discusses:

  • How Fred used AI to cut massive mailing expenses while maintaining (and often improving) deal flow
  • Why machine learning removes human assumptions and eliminates bias in seller targeting
  • Which demographic trends and owner behaviors indicate someone is ready to sell
  • How AI can turn a large mailing campaign into a smaller, more profitable list
  • The difference between language model “hallucinations” and supervised machine learning
  • Why both individual owners and entities like LLCs and schools can now be scored accurately
  • Why scrubbing your list manually is a costly mistake that can eliminate hidden opportunities
  • How smarter mail targeting reduces financial waste and environmental impact
  • Why data—not emotion—is the key to consistent, scalable land investing success

TIP OF THE WEEK

“Data, not trauma. Stop making decisions based on assumptions or past emotional experiences. Let the numbers tell you what’s real.” — Scott Bossman

“Don’t be a land snob. If the numbers work, there’s a buyer. Weird properties still sell when you get them at the right price.” — Mike Zaino

“Momentum matters. Use tools that remove busywork so you can stay consistent. Efficiency creates deal flow.” — Jon Burnett

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“Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?”

In this episode, the team tackles the common belief that “I’m too busy for another side hustle.” Scott and Jon break down how land investing can fit into even the most hectic schedules by using small pockets of time, intentional routines, and simple systems. They share personal stories about juggling full-time jobs, kids, and life responsibilities, and how carving out even 30 minutes a day eventually led them to more freedom, less stress, and the ability to show up for their families. This episode is all about momentum, priorities, and using the land business to buy back the time you’re currently losing.

Tune in as the team discusses:

  • Why “I’m too busy” is often a sign that you need a time-buying business, not a reason to avoid one.
  • How just 30–60 minutes a day can build momentum and replace hours of wasted scrolling or noise.
  • The power of doing a simple time audit to uncover hidden hours in your week.
  • How Scott and Jon managed the land business while working full-time, raising kids, and dealing with life.
  • Why momentum matters more than perfection — even 1–2 hours a week can fuel progress.
  • How routines, time blocking, and daily habits help you stay consistent.
  • Why systems, VAs, and automation reduce your workload instead of adding to it.
  • What it looks like when “the script flips” and the business starts giving you more time than it takes.
  • How to think long-term: a temporary sacrifice now turns into long-term freedom later.
  • Community tips for staying focused: social media fasts, dopamine detox, Pomodoro timers, and schedule resets.

TIP OF THE WEEK

“Do a time audit. You have more time than you think — you’re just spending it driving, scrolling, or zoning out. Swap 30 minutes a day for learning land investing, and it will buy your time back later.” — Scott Bossman

“Automate and delegate early. Don’t hold on to every task. Free up your time so you can focus on deals, growth, and the parts of the business that matter most.”— Mike Zaino

“Don’t stop. Momentum doesn’t maintain itself — whether you have one hour a week or ten, keep moving. The small steps you take now eventually give you all your time back.” — Jon Burnett

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“Isn’t it time to create passive income so you can work where you want when you want, and with whomever you want?”


In this episode, Mark chats with SideHustleNation.com founder Nick Loper.  Nick shares how he transformed his side hustle business into a flourishing empire.  His popular podcast, The Side Hustle Show, includes tips and tricks from successful entrepreneurs.  Find out how Nick can help you create financial freedom through a side hustle business that can truly transform your life.

Even when Nick had a “regular” corporate job, he was interested in using his free time more productively.  He started with a comparison shopping site for footwear and his ideas grew from there.  The goal was to create high margin businesses to allow him to find financial freedom.  Learn more about Nick’s story and how you can apply it to your ventures.

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Tip of The Week from Nick:

  • Take a cold shower.  After getting this tip from a guest on his podcast over a year ago, Nick took the challenge head on and has been taking cold showers for an entire year.  He urges you to try it because he believes it changes your mindset for the day and helps you get your day started more quickly.

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