"How I Built a 75 Door Rental Portfolio While Working Full-Time | My Journey to Becoming LandlordPal"

In this episode, Garret Wong, host of the Landlord Pal podcast, shares his journey from a scientist studying viruses to a seasoned property management expert with nearly 30 years in the industry. He introduces his vision for the podcast—a valuable resource where landlords and property managers can find answers to their most pressing questions. Expect practical tips, real-life stories, and proven strategies to navigate the challenges of property management.

[00:00:00] Introduction: Garret Wong introduces The Landlord Pal podcast as a practical guide for landlords and property managers.

[00:03:00] Garret's Journey: From molecular biology to property management

[00:15:30] Challenges and Triumphs: Handling C-class properties, tenant issues, and property repairs

[00:25:45] Systems for Success: How Garret’s scientific background helped him develop SOPs for every landlord situation

[00:45:00] Key Takeaways: Highlights on how to approach property management with a strategic, prepared mindset

Garret Wong is the founder of the Landlord Pal podcast, the Rent It Yourself Community and a seasoned property manager with nearly 30 years of experience. Originally a research scientist specializing in molecular biology, Garret transitioned into property investment, where he’s grown a personal portfolio of 43 buildings and 75 doors into a property management company that has managed over 1 billion dollars in assets with a 98.5% success rate in legal proceedings and a 98.6% rent collection ratio.

Known for his practical approach and strategic insights, Garret has developed an extensive SOP library to manage everything from tenant selection to maintenance, helping landlords and property managers build a reliable, resilient system.

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