Join Mason McDonald and Dan Haberkost, two full-time investors that have unlocked financial and geographical independence through their niche of land investing, as they break down specific tactics and strategies to help you unlock the formula for wealth in every aspect of life.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, an employee eyeing passive investment, or simply trying to escape the rat race, this podcast is for you. By interviewing top minds in a multitude of industries, Mason and Dan will provide you a roadmap to wealth creation, business success, and an improved lifestyle
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In this episode, Dan and Mason go beyond quick appraisals to unpack what really makes land desirable—and why so many investors get it wrong. They challenge the “desktop analysis” mindset and show why boots-on-the-ground insight, not spreadsheets, separates real operators from speculators. You’ll hear stories of overlooked parcels, misjudged terrain, and the lessons that only...
In this episode, Dan and Mason paint a clear-eyed picture of today’s land market—where the frenzy has faded, and the fundamentals matter more than ever. They break down what it really means to operate in a “normal” environment again, where easy flips and 30-day cash cycles have given way to longer holds, smarter buys, and...
In this episode, Dan and Mason deliver a masterclass on dispo — the art and science of turning land inventory into cash flow. They unpack what today’s market really demands from operators: sharper analysis, strategic property selection, and a finely tuned disposition funnel that rivals acquisition in sophistication. No longer can investors rely on “hot...
In this episode, Dan and Mason break down what it really takes to thrive in today’s land market — one that rewards skill, patience, and systems more than ever before. Gone are the days when anyone could throw a mailer and make a deal. What’s left are the operators who understand how to outlast the...
In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to survive and scale in a market that’s no longer easy. The days of quick flips and pandemic profits are gone and what’s left are operators who either evolve or disappear. They talk candidly about the grind behind today’s land business: slower...
In this episode, we sit down with Clay Hepler to uncover how personal setbacks, tough lessons, and a single land deal sparked the growth of a business that now stretches across multiple markets. Clay shares the early struggles of flipping rentals and self-storage in the Midwest, the financial hit from his wife’s job loss, and...
In this episode, we sit down with Justin to explore how direct mail reshaped his business and became the foundation for Ballpoint Marketing. Justin shares how the idea started as a campaign for his brother and evolved into a thriving company built on handwritten-style mail pieces that continue to stand out in today’s competitive market....
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Clark to trace his journey from aviation to real estate, and eventually into the world of land investing. Chris shares how his love for surfing took him across the globe, how 9/11 shifted his career as a pilot, and how a chance mentorship opened the door to...
In this episode, we sit down with James Heller to explore his unexpected journey from physics to real estate wholesaling. James opens up about his early career in the semiconductor industry, how the pandemic shifted his path, and the role a close friend played in introducing him to the world of real estate in Boise....
In this episode, the spotlight is on today’s shifting real estate market where buyers suddenly hold the advantage and opportunities emerge for those ready to act. After years of a seller’s market, prices are easing, competition is thinning, and land investors now find themselves in a rare position to secure quality deals at discounts. You’ll...