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The Art of Real Estate Leverage w/ Leon Barnes (Improved Audio)
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Real estate success takes more than great deals—it takes strategy, partnerships, and a mindset built for the long game. In this episode of The Wisconsin Investor, Corey Reyment sits down with Leon Barnes, longtime investor and Membership Director at Collective Genius, to talk about what it really takes to grow a rental portfolio that lasts.
Leon shares how he’s used the BRRRR strategy (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) to build a portfolio with “infinite returns,” pulling his original capital back out while keeping the cash-flowing assets. With sharp insights and zero sugarcoating, he explains why passive income isn’t truly passive—and why managing rentals requires patience, leverage, and smart systems.
They dive deep into market trends in the Midwest, from cap rates to cash flow stability, and how areas like Wisconsin and Kansas offer room for growth and forgiveness when mistakes happen. Along the way, Leon shares his approach to business partnerships, emphasizing alignment of goals and clear communication: “It’s not just about you winning—it’s about everyone winning.”
Leverage is a constant theme—whether it’s financial, relational, or operational—and Leon shows how tapping into mentorship and community through groups like Collective Genius can accelerate your growth far beyond what you could do alone.
Looking to grow your own portfolio? Start connecting with serious investors through REI Success Club in Green Bay or browse off-market properties at wisconsindiscountproperties.com.
👉 Learn more about Leon and apply to join Collective Genius at www.thecollectivegenius.com
Chapters
1. Introduction and Wisconsin Discount Properties (00:00:00)
2. Meeting Leon Barnes and His Background (00:04:08)
3. Balancing Multiple Businesses Through Leverage (00:09:53)
4. Business Partnerships: Lessons and Strategy (00:18:11)
5. BRRRR Strategy and Rental Portfolio Building (00:28:00)
6. The Collective Genius and Networking Benefits (00:37:52)
7. Future Market Insights and Closing Thoughts (00:53:11)
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