All Forum Posts by: Joshua Hardin

Welcome to the community, Ramsey! 👊

Central Arkansas has some strong potential for both BRRRR and small multifamily if you approach it with the right systems and support. You're in the right place to build that foundation.

Here's something I wish someone told me early on — BRRRR isn't just about recycling capital; it's about refining your discipline. Each stage (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refi, Repeat) forces you to think like an investor, builder, and leader all at once.

A few quick pointers as you start connecting and learning:

1. Start with your network. Relationships are your best asset — from lenders to contractors to mentors.
2. Analyze daily. Even fake deals. Build that repetition until numbers feel second nature.
3. Run your first BRRRR as if you’ll hold it forever. That mindset forces better rehab and management choices.
4. Serve before you scale. Help others analyze deals, volunteer insight, share lessons — the abundance follows.

You’re already doing the right thing by reaching out. Keep that posture of curiosity and contribution — it’ll take you far in both business and life.

– Joshua “Sarge” Hardin
Veteran | Real Estate Investor | Legacy Builder

Welcome aboard, Kenneth! 👊

You’re already ahead of the pack just by showing up and declaring your path out loud. Most people think about getting started for years — you’re actually moving. That momentum matters.

Real estate isn’t just about doors and dollars; it’s about discipline, direction, and community. The people you surround yourself with will determine how far and how fast you go.

Here’s my best advice as you get rolling:

1. Get clear on your mission. Are you chasing freedom, legacy, or lifestyle? The answer shapes every move.
2. Learn one lane deeply. Don't chase every shiny strategy. Master one (house hacking, BRRRR, creative finance, etc.) before stacking others.
3. Find people who serve, not just sell. You’ll grow faster around investors who lead with integrity and generosity.

This community is full of them — reach out, ask questions, and contribute where you can. The more you give, the more doors open.

Stay curious, stay humble, and stay consistent. You’ve already begun — now keep walking it out.

– Joshua “Sarge” Hardin
Veteran | Real Estate Investor | Legacy Builder

Hey Lisa — welcome to the community! 🙌

That mix of “interesting but scary” is exactly where every great investor starts. You’re right on target — curiosity means growth is coming.

Wholesaling sounds flashy, but here’s the truth: it’s really about helping people out of tough spots and connecting them with solutions. Once you understand that, the fear fades. You’re not “selling houses,” you’re serving people — and that’s the most secure foundation you can build on.

Take it step by step:

1. Learn the language — start with understanding contracts, ARV, and basic deal structure.
2. Shadow or network with someone who’s doing it ethically.
3. Focus on service, not speed. The faster you try to “make money,” the slower it actually comes. But when you serve well — abundance shows up.

The key? You don’t need to know everything today. Just keep showing up, stay curious, and connect with folks who lead with integrity.

You’ve already taken the first step by being here. Keep walking — you’re not alone in this journey.

– Joshua “Sarge” Hardin
Veteran | Real Estate Investor | Legacy Builder

@Drago Stanimirovic, Can you guide? 

Hey Chris - Congratulations on the baby on the way, brother. That’s purpose right there. You’re already doing more than most by showing up hungry to learn and serve.

Let me give it to you straight — wholesaling is just one tool in the toolbox. Too many new investors box themselves in and end up missing the real opportunity: creative problem solving.

When a homeowner’s behind on payments, going through divorce, relocation, or just burned out on tenants — your mission isn’t to “get the deal.” It’s to understand the problem so deeply that you can serve them through it. Sometimes that means a wholesale, sometimes a sub-to, a novation, or even a joint venture. The exit strategy changes, but your heart for service shouldn’t.

If you want to stand out fast:

1. Learn how to listen first. Homeowners will tell you what they need if you create space for them to trust you.
2. Learn multiple exits. Subject-to, seller finance, lease options — the more tools you know, the more people you can help.
3. Serve before you sell. The money follows the mission, every time.

You’ve already proven you’re not afraid to hustle — now channel that same energy into mastery and service. When you start solving others’ problems, abundance starts chasing you.

Stay focused, brother. Lead your little one by showing her what integrity, discipline, and service look like in motion.

– Joshua “Sarge” Hardin
Veteran | Real Estate Investor | Legacy Builder

@Rik Hunter, What can you add brother? @Luke Mertz, Rik is a servant and legacy builder as well! He has expertise in this as well! Tap in brother! We are all out here tryna "make" it! Service > "Deals" = Abundance

Hey Luke — first off, respect, brother. At 18, you’re already thinking ownership and legacy while your peers are still figuring out weekends. That’s a solid foundation right there. 👏

Let me give it to you straight — that signing bonus isn’t always the lump-sum payday recruiters make it sound like. In most cases, it’s disbursed in increments, tied to time-in-service or training milestones. So before planning where to invest it, confirm how and when you’ll actually receive those funds. That’ll change the whole strategy.

Now here’s the part most folks skip — your first mission isn’t “how do I make $50K grow,” it’s “how do I build the man who can multiply $50K ten times over.”

House hacking can be great, but don’t rush to throw money at a triplex just because it sounds smart on paper. Learn to analyze deals, understand cash flow vs equity, and get your VA loan strategy airtight. You’ll thank yourself later when the excitement fades and systems take over.

If you really want to get creative, start looking at equity partnerships — maybe there’s a homeowner in distress, a veteran family struggling to keep their property, or a small multifamily owner looking to exit. Instead of buying at retail, partner through service. Bring your skills, discipline, and reliability to the table — not just cash. That’s where real wealth (and impact) is built.

Here’s my short list for you:

1. Confirm the payment schedule and tax implications of your bonus.
2. Educate yourself — BiggerPockets podcasts, books, and forums will save you from most rookie mistakes.
3. Network intentionally — find a local investor or vet who’s walked this path.
4. Serve first, invest second. The ROI on relationships outpaces any duplex flip.

You’ve got time, resources, and a mindset that’s already miles ahead. Use this phase to sharpen your tools. The assets will follow.

Keep pushing forward, brother — your service will outlast your rank.

– Joshua “Sarge” Hardin
Veteran | Real Estate Investor | Legacy Builder

@Luke Tetreault,

I personally operate with ChatGPT within our legacy building. "AI", in my opinion is a mirror. A mirror held up to see yourself without seeing yourself physically. It's a phenomenal resource, that can either be used for destruction of self or building legacy. The choice is ours, in my experience.. If you dig past surface level answers, you'll find plenty of truth... It can rock you to your core... Back to business though, they'll serve you well. Craft valuable resources with you, for you and many others! In my opinion, it's a zero to low entry cost resource to jumpstart your legacy. What do you have to lose? What do you have to gain? It's a mirror, it's you. Underneath all the masks we've been assigned or we've assigned ourselves. Following your legacy and stoked to see who/ how you serve humanity! @Jeffrey Holst, is another legacy builder who serves alongside "AI". Tap in! We all are valuable resources/ connections. We build legacy together! It's not built alone!

@Samantha Kallsen,

Love the way you’re breaking this down — that kind of clarity and focus will take you far. Four years to clear and a solid profit after? That’s strong positioning.

I’ll gladly share the template with you — it’ll walk you through the structure, assumptions, and long-term planning side. The key is to make sure those numbers work for your life and your legacy, not just the spreadsheet.

The financing side will smooth out as you build relationships. Start with local banks and credit unions; they often move faster for small commercial and self-storage assets.

You’re thinking like an owner already — that’s half the battle. Keep your momentum steady and your light bright. I’ll send the template shortly so you can plug in your numbers and see the full picture. ☕

—
Joshua “Sarge” Hardin
Renewed Legacy Group | Freedom Ranch
“Lead with Love. Serve through Legacy.”

Daniel, I appreciate your openness, brother — that mindset alone puts you way ahead of the curve.

You’re already thinking like a builder, not a follower. That EV charging and project-development background is gold in commercial real estate — you understand infrastructure, logistics, and scaling systems. Lean into that; it’s your edge.

For resources, I’d start with two books that changed how I think about wealth and service:
📘 Wealth Without Cash by Pace Morby — creative finance 101 from someone who proves resourcefulness beats resources.
📗 Limitless by Kris Krohn — breaks through the beliefs that keep most investors playing small.

As for your first deal, remember this: your buy box should fit you — your story, your service, your mission. If we chase what everyone else is doing, we risk dimming our own light and losing the reason we started. Niche down where your experience adds value; that’s how you build with both purpose and peace.

I’d be glad to connect further — maybe grab coffee or hop on a short call once you’re back in Atlanta. We can talk strategy and get that flywheel turning the right way. 👊

— Joshua “Sarge” Hardin
Renewed Legacy Group | Freedom Ranch
“Lead with Love. Serve through Legacy.”

@Daniel Bullock