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📄 Episode Description:
In this powerful and personal episode of the Key Factors Podcast – Real Estate AF (And Finance), host Mark Jones sits down with Rory Rogers—San Antonio realtor, former police officer, divorced father of twins, and real estate investor with over $3 million in acquisitions in the past year.

Rory shares his journey from buying his first home in 2005, weathering the 2008 crash, and using lessons learned to thrive in today’s market. From leveraging DSCR loans to rebuilding after a divorce that split his portfolio in half, Rory holds nothing back. This episode is packed with insights on mindset, market timing, resilience, and the power of surrounding yourself with people who push you forward.

Whether you're an agent looking to scale, an investor seeking your next move, or someone in need of a mindset shift—this episode will hit home.

🔑 Episode Summary:

• Rory’s first home in 2005 and how it opened the door to entrepreneurship
• Learning the hard way during the 2008 market crash
• Making bold investment moves in 2023 with DSCR financing
• Taking a major financial hit in his divorce—and still coming out ahead
• The difference between being in sales vs. service as a realtor
• Why being around growth-minded people is critical for success
• Rory’s framework for long-term real estate wins: cash flow, equity, tax benefits, and appreciation
• Insight into today’s shifting market and how to capitalize while others hesitate

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