About this episode
In this episode of Pieces of Impact, Steve Seger sits down with Bret Halsey, a former professional soccer player turned real estate investor, to discuss his transition from athletics to business. Bret reflects on competing at the highest level, including guarding Lionel Messi, navigating major health setbacks, and applying the same discipline and resilience to building a multifamily real estate portfolio. The conversation explores risk management, networking, intentional growth, and the parallels between elite sports performance and long-term success in real estate.
Chapters
- 00:00 From Soccer Dreams to Real Estate Ventures
- 03:05 Navigating the College Soccer Landscape
- 06:01 The Transition to Professional Soccer
- 09:00 Facing Adversity: Health Challenges in Pro Sports
- 12:11 The Shift to Real Estate Investing
- 14:58 Building a Real Estate Portfolio
- 17:57 The Journey with FC Cincinnati
- 20:54 The Impact of Networking in Sports and Business
- 23:50 Playing Against Legends: The Messi Experience
- 27:05 The Decision to Go Full-Time in Real Estate
- 29:47 Refining Strategies in Real Estate Investing
- 32:56 The Evolution of a Real Estate Entrepreneur
- 35:46 Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Aspirations
- 44:59 Scaling for Success in Real Estate
- 48:13 Understanding Risk and Leverage
- 51:18 Prospecting for Deals: The Cold Calling Advantage
- 54:03 Evolving Business Models: From Small to Large Properties
- 58:17 Learning from Challenges: Contractor Experiences
- 01:05:40 Starting Over: Building a Real Estate Business
- 01:08:36 Defining Key Real Estate Terms
- 01:14:40 Long-Term Vision: Goals and Growth in Real Estate
- 01:18:52 Rapid Fire Insights: Personal Reflections and Wisdom