On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan Greene shares a solo episode breaking down his 10 favorite books for real estate investors. Drawing from decades of experience as an investor and broker, along with insights gained through hosting the podcast, Jonathan explains how each book helped shape the way he thinks about money, investing, leverage, business building, and long-term wealth creation.

Jonathan walks through a wide range of books covering topics like mindset, passive investing, syndications, wholesaling, long-distance investing, and financial psychology. Rather than focusing only on tactics, he highlights the importance of patience, discipline, and developing a long-term perspective when building a real estate business.

The episode also explores how different books can impact investors at different stages of their journey. Jonathan reflects on how books like Rich Dad Poor Dad, The Wealthy Gardener, and The Hands-Off Investor influenced his own investing philosophy and helped him better understand topics like leverage, operator quality, and asset ownership.

Throughout the episode, Jonathan encourages listeners to continually invest in education and build communities around learning. From creating book clubs to discussing strategies with other investors, he emphasizes that reading and ongoing learning are essential tools for long-term success in real estate investing.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Jonathan's top book recommendations for real estate investors at every stage
• Why mindset and long-term thinking are critical for building wealth
• How books like Rich Dad Poor Dad and The Hands-Off Investor shaped his investing approach
• What investors should understand about leverage, syndications, and passive investing
• Why reading and ongoing education can create a long-term advantage in real estate

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Amazon Affiliate Book List - https://a.co/d/0cEtkDWN

Podcast - www.zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting.com

Brokerage - www.streamlined.properties

YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos

Instagram - www.instagram.com/zenrealestateinvesting

Instagram- www.instagram.com/trustgreene

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Instagram - www.instagream.com/zenupstate

Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/trustgreene

Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting

Jonathan's Hub Site - www.trustgreene.com

Email - Jonathan@trustgreene.com

This episode was produced by Outlier Audio.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan Greene interviews Amanda Cruise, founder of Voyage Investing, who shares how she built a business focused on manufactured housing and mobile home parks. Amanda walks through her journey from the corporate world into real estate, starting with a duplex before discovering the scalability and opportunity within mobile home investing.

Amanda explains how she transitioned from small "Lonnie deals" into owning mobile home parks, highlighting why the asset class offers strong cash flow and demand due to its role in affordable housing. She also breaks down the realities of the space, including the operational complexity, management challenges, and why it's not as passive as many investors assume.

The conversation explores how mobile home park investing has evolved, with increased competition from private equity and investors shifting from multifamily into the space. Amanda shares how to evaluate deals today, including the importance of understanding infrastructure, market growth, and realistic business plans rather than relying on outdated strategies or overly optimistic projections.

Jonathan and Amanda also discuss the differences between active and passive investing, emphasizing that while mobile home parks can be powerful investments, they require the right operator and thorough due diligence. They highlight the risks of chasing high returns without understanding the underlying deal and why investor education is critical in today's market.

In this episode, you will hear:

• How Amanda Cruise got started in real estate and transitioned into mobile home parks
• Why mobile home parks can generate strong cash flow but require active management
• How the asset class has become more competitive with private equity entering the space
• What investors need to understand about infrastructure, market selection, and deal evaluation
• The difference between active and passive investing and how to choose the right approach

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Website: https://voyageinvesting.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandacruisemhpinvestor/

Connect with Jonathan:

Podcast - www.zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting.com

Brokerage - www.streamlined.properties

YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos

Instagram - www.instagram.com/zenrealestateinvesting

Instagram- www.instagram.com/trustgreene

Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties

Instagram - www.instagream.com/zenupstate

Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/trustgreene

Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting

Jonathan's Hub Site - www.trustgreene.com

Email - Jonathan@trustgreene.com

This episode was produced by Outlier Audio.

On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan Greene shares a solo episode focused on how to talk to your kids about real estate investing and financial literacy. Drawing from his own upbringing, he explains how early exposure to conversations about money, investing, and ownership shaped his understanding of wealth and opportunity.

Jonathan reflects on how simple, everyday moments—like car rides, errands, and vacations—became opportunities to learn about real estate. He emphasizes that today's parents face more distractions competing for their kids' attention, but the same lessons can still be taught by making real estate and money an open, ongoing conversation.

The episode explores why real estate is such a powerful teaching tool, given its visibility and relevance in everyday life. From understanding who owns buildings to learning about rent, mortgages, and leverage, Jonathan explains how these concepts can naturally lead into broader financial education.

He also highlights the importance of teaching kids about saving, investing, and making smart financial decisions through practical experiences like allowances, bank accounts, and even collectibles. By combining real-world exposure with simple explanations, parents can help their kids build a strong foundation for financial independence.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why real estate is one of the best ways to teach kids about money
• How everyday activities can become opportunities for financial education
• The importance of teaching saving, investing, and budgeting early
• How to explain concepts like rent, mortgages, and ownership in simple terms
• Why open conversations about money can give kids a long-term advantage

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If you enjoy the show, please follow Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing on Apple Podcasts and leave a rating and review. It helps other listeners discover the show and supports its continued growth.

Supporting Resources

Connect with Jonathan:

Podcast - www.zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting.com

Brokerage - www.streamlined.properties

YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos

Instagram - www.instagram.com/zenrealestateinvesting

Instagram- www.instagram.com/trustgreene

Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties

Instagram - www.instagream.com/zenupstate

Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/trustgreene

Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene

Facebook - www.facebook.com/zenandtheartofrealestateinvesting

Jonathan's Hub Site - www.trustgreene.com

Email - Jonathan@trustgreene.com

This episode was produced by Outlier Audio.