From Military Service to Multifamily Investments: Wayne Courreges III Shares the Power of Vision

In this insightful episode of Own The Exit, Caleb and Aaron sit down with Wayne Courreges III, founder of CREI Partners and a Marine Corps veteran, to explore the art of diversification in real estate and beyond. Wayne shares his journey from military service to building a $50M real estate portfolio and provides practical advice for navigating entrepreneurial challenges.

Discover how to leverage diversification to mitigate risks, create financial freedom, and build a legacy—all while staying true to your core values. From the lessons of leadership to the practicalities of scaling a business, this conversation offers a roadmap for sustainable success.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, an investor, or someone seeking financial stability, this episode will inspire you to think bigger and act smarter. Tune in to learn why diversification is more than a buzzword—it’s the foundation of lasting wealth.

TAKEAWAYS

The importance of having a vision board for personal and professional goals.
Financial freedom is not just about money, but about doing what you love.
Entrepreneurship requires a different mindset, especially in risk management.

Asset management fees are crucial for sustaining a real estate business.
Wayne emphasizes the need for gratitude in both personal and business life.
Starting earlier in entrepreneurship could have accelerated Wayne's journey.
The balance between work and personal life is essential for happiness.
Investing in people is as important as investing in assets.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Speed of Trust by Stephen Covey

FOLLOWS

⁠⁠Oak IQ Investments⁠⁠

⁠Own The Exit ⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Aaron Investing⁠⁠

Caleb Investing⁠

Wayne Courreges III

CHAPTERS

0:00 Introduction to Wayne Courageous

1:45 From the Marine Corps to Real Estate

5:18 Lessons from Military Discipline

7:36 Why Multifamily Real Estate?

10:15 The Power of a Vision Board

13:42 Transitioning from W-2 to Full-Time Entrepreneur

15:48 Building a Legacy Through Real Estate

18:05 Financial Freedom vs. Active Growth

21:47 The Role of Gratitude in Success

25:03 Diversification Done Right

28:30 Wayne’s Business Model and Future Goals

32:29 Strategic Tips for Entrepreneurs

34:57 Closing Thoughts

KEYWORDS

entrepreneurship, military background, financial freedom, multifamily real estate, vision board, grit, determination, asset management, community building, personal growth, diversification, real estate investing, multifamily properties, entrepreneurial mindset, passive income, wealth building, business growth, legacy creation

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