Why Discipline Beats Returns in Real Estate Investing | Ann Jenga (Navy Vet, 400 Units)

Real estate investing discipline is the single biggest factor that separates seasoned operators from new investors who keep losing deals. In this interview, Navy veteran and multifamily investor Ann Jenga breaks down why chasing the highest returns is the fastest way to lose money in real estate investing, and what disciplined operators do instead. You'll learn how to evaluate deals without emotion, why structure and process matter more than shiny numbers, and how new investors can underwrite deals, build credibility with brokers, and find the right mentor in the multifamily space. Ann also shares her perspective on smaller real estate deals versus multifamily, how to add value to sellers beyond price, and what questions new investors should ask seasoned operators when raising capital. Timestamps: 01:27 Why discipline beats returns in real estate investing 04:47 What separates seasoned operators from new investors 12:13 What most real estate investors are overlooking right now 18:35 How to build long-term credibility as a new investor 22:54 Top 5 things every new real estate investor must do 26:41 Raising capital and adding value to investors Connect with Ann Jenga on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (links below). Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anne.njenga.3551/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/njenga7077/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-njenga/ Subscribe for more real estate investing interviews, capital raising strategies, and multifamily investing insights.