jesus toledo

In this awesome episode, Jordan Samuel Fleming sits down with the co-founder of 8020REI, Jesus Toledo, to talk about how they are helping real estate investors do just that! Jesus shares what makes 8020REI stand out from the rest, detailing why he thinks all data is not created equal. 

Jesus explains the benefits investors can reap by partnering with data vendors like 8020REI. He sheds light on their unique approach and unveils the philosophy behind the name, stating, “That's why we're called the 8020REI, it's because we always look for the 20%. What did the 20% of properties have in common that generated the 80% of the revenue?” This strategic approach involves analyzing lead generation elements and studying buyers’ habits through reverse engineering. By doing so, investors gain a profound understanding of their “buy box,” enabling them to leverage better data and tailor their marketing strategies accordingly.

The discussion takes an intriguing turn as Jesus and Jordan explore the role of data engineering in the real estate industry. Jesus highlights how the younger generation is reshaping the landscape by harnessing the power of data, challenging both seasoned and novice entrepreneurs to embrace data analytics as paramount. He emphasizes, “I realized, and if you notice now, more and more, the big guys in real estate are becoming younger kids, and that evolution is driven by the data as well.”

Quality over quantity is a key theme in this episode, and Jesus offers his principles on the matter. He encourages investors to reflect on their most profitable deals and identify the hidden gems that yielded exceptional results. The focus should be on finding those lucrative opportunities rather than spending resources on leads that won’t materialize into closed deals.