Get Real Estate Podcast
From Fix-and-Flips to $300M in Assets: Jacob Vanderslice's Real Estate Journey
Discover how Jacob Vanderslice built a $300M portfolio and mastered the art of real estate investing in this NEW episode of the Get Real Estate podcast!
Jacob, co-founder of VanWest Partners, shares his journey from starting fix-and-flip projects in 2006 to becoming a leader in the self-storage space, with over 40 facilities and $300M in assets under management. Learn how he and his team leveraged data-driven strategies to adapt to market shifts and achieve long-term wealth creation.
From utilizing custom-built software to track market trends to the advantages of private placement investments over REITs, Jacob breaks down the tools and tactics that have fueled VanWest’s success. He also gives a candid look at the challenges of navigating operational hurdles in self-storage and why consumer demand remains strong—even for month-to-month leases.
Whether you’re a seasoned investor or starting, Jacob’s advice on taking action and building wealth over time is a must-have. Discover how his focus on innovation and adaptability has kept his business thriving and why there’s no such thing as the “perfect deal.”
