Ready Set Invest

Dan Reilly, a seasoned investor with over 900 units acquired in just two years, reveals his proven strategies in Ready, Set, Invest: A High Achiever's Guide to Private Real Estate Investing.In this book, you will:

  • Develop the mindset of a professional investor to gain a competitive edge.

  • Create a clear investment thesis that guides your decisions and boosts your confidence.

  • Learn to identify great deals and execute on them effectively.

  • Discover how to scale a portfolio and grow your wealth rapidly.

  • Pick the best strategies to improve your chances of investment success.

Ready, Set, Invest transforms high-achieving professionals into confident, savvy real estate investors. It helps you break free from the High Achievement Trap and build lasting wealth through strategic real estate investing.Don’t let another day go by—unlock your potential as a private investor.

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How The Book is Organized

Ready, Set, Invest is designed to take high achievers from curiosity to confidence in private real estate investing. Whether you’re new to real estate or looking to scale, this book provides a clear, actionable framework to build wealth through private investments.

Ready

Before you invest a dollar, you need to understand why you’re investing. The first section challenges traditional beliefs about work, money, and success, helping you clarify what you’re really working toward. Through personal stories and key frameworks, you’ll audit your goals, rethink risk, and learn why the wealthiest investors focus on ownership, not just income.

Set

Investing without a strategy is gambling. In this section, you’ll learn how to develop a personal investment thesis, leverage constraints to your advantage, and identify the best opportunities to align with your financial goals. From scaling your portfolio to understanding capital structure, these chapters provide the blueprint for making smart, strategic investments.

Invest

Now it’s time to take action. This section breaks down deal structures, risk management, and the art of structuring equity. You’ll also learn the difference between passive, active, and fully in-control investing—so you can decide which approach fits your goals. Finally, we dive into the discipline and patience required to build lasting wealth, ensuring you stay the course and reap the rewards of your investments.