The Purpose-Driven Investor
The Purpose-Driven Investor is the podcast where profit meets purpose in real estate. Hosted by Robert Howell, South Carolina–based real estate investor and founder of De-fine Real Estate, each episode explores how to build wealth through affordable housing, land-home packages, and impact-driven investing that helps families find stable homes.
You’ll discover how to create sustainable returns through partnerships, private lending, and joint-venture opportunities that make a lasting difference. Whether you’re a lender, land seller, or investor seeking purpose-aligned deals—or you’re ready to learn the education and systems behind purpose-driven real estate—this show is your blueprint.
Robert shares transparent insights, inspiring stories, and practical strategies for investing in housing projects that matter. Learn how to connect your capital with causes that build community, create legacy wealth, and deliver both impact and income.
The Purpose-Driven Investor
Building Wealth with Purpose: Insights from Brad Martin of Rêve Estates
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In episode 10 of The Purpose-Driven Investor, Robert Howell interviews seasoned real estate entrepreneur and investor Brad Martin, co-founder of Rêve Estates, as he shares his journey from house hacking to managing a diverse portfolio of real estate assets, including multifamily, industrial, and luxury short-term rentals.
Tune in to discover how to build durable wealth through impactful investing and learn from Brad's journey in the real estate industry.
TIMESTAMPS
[00:01:53] House hacking as an investment.
[00:04:44] Diversification in real estate investing.
[00:09:17] Short-term rental markets.
[00:12:43] Buying assets with cash.
[00:16:37] Lifestyle component in real estate.
[00:18:55] Lifestyle investment opportunities.
[00:21:49] Market trends and cycle awareness.
[00:25:12] Leadership style evolution.
[00:29:44] Tough lessons in business partnerships.
[00:32:18] Real estate investment conversations.
QUOTES
- "If you can underwrite a good deal, you can be profitable across asset classes." - Brad Martin
- "I get to do what I want, when I want, with whom I want." -Brand Martin
- "I choose to work for myself. And for that, I want to have this great lifestyle that I can share with my friends and my family." -Brad Martin
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Brad Martin
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradmartin/
WEBSITE:
Howell and Sons: https://howellandsons.com/
Rêve Estates: https://reve-estates.com/contact-us/