In this episode of Burning the Ships, I sit down with Yeadon Smith, a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and mentor who’s built an impressive portfolio while staying deeply committed to family, faith, and personal growth. From transitioning out of ministry to scaling a $60 million real estate investment firm, Yeadon’s journey is a testament to the power of bold decisions, strong relationships, and relentless action.

We explore how Yeadon burned the ships to go all-in on real estate, the mentors who shaped his success, and the power of community and accountability. He also shares how his My First Million in Multifamily program has helped students close over $300 million in deals. If you’re ready to build wealth, invest, or take your next big leap, this episode is packed with wisdom and action steps.

Key Talking Points of the Episode

00:00 Introduction

01:31 Who is Yeadon Smith?

06:24 How Yeadon got into real estate investing

10:40 The risks and mindset shifts needed to succeed in real estate

14:18 How my first multifamily deal changed everything

19:03 Realizing the power of investing in multifamily real estate

22:45 The step-by-step guide to scaling to $60 million in assets

26:10 The power of community and accountability in achieving success

29:21 Why action is more important than inspiration and motivation

35:02 The 3 things you need to make changes permanently

39:19 How accountability will shift your perspective in life

41:01 The impact of daily journaling and accountability to your progress

50:21 The importance of being present with family

01:02:06 Resources for new investors

Quotables

“Information in isolation ends in frustration. You need community to succeed.”

“Success isn’t about working harder—it’s about working smarter, building relationships, and taking calculated risks.”

“Journaling is a gift to your future self. It helps you see how far you’ve come and where you need to go.”

Links

https://yeadonsmith.medium.com/

https://whova.com/web/9o5rihBow5AvJw8v-j4JE56RUro1qWyzImkDvRnk-c8%3D/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIGFk1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHcXOCk-LFavXVuauHozP0q_b9qhCB4SGHz3-8MJ7zH_Ph3iXWEOMXVOnaw_aem_dk38Ev40n2flGPc5nFAZEQ

https://www.facebook.com/yeadon https://www.instagram.com/yeadons/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/3624929014238193

My First Million in Multifamily

https://www.facebook.com/MyFirstMillionInMF/

https://www.myfirstmillioninmultifamily.com/

The Dad Edge

https://thedadedge.com/