From Losing It All to a $100M Real Estate Empire | The Price Zachary Kepes Paid for Success

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Video added by The Hannah Hammond Show | Date Uploaded: September 26, 2025 | Date Created: January 07, 2025

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Interviewed Zachary Kepes at my studio, and the conversation we had was absolutely TRANSFORMATIONAL… Zachary Kepes is one of Arizona’s most formidable real estate investors—building a $100M empire through a relentless focus on one deal and one relationship at a time. In this intimate conversation, Zachary shares the raw, unfiltered truth about sacrificing personal moments for the hustle. His wake-up call came when he received an urgent phone call from his dad—who was battling cancer—which forced him to confront the cost of his single-minded pursuit of success. Whether you’re an aspiring investor, a seasoned real estate professional, or simply someone looking for inspiration on balancing ambition with life’s deeper connections, this interview will make you rethink what truly matters in your journey to success. Here’s just some of what you’re about to discover: 1. The High Price of Relentless Hustle • How Zachary’s single-minded drive nearly cost him the most important relationships in his life. • The stark moment when he realized that putting work first was leaving him emotionally bankrupt. 2. Building a $100M Empire—One Relationship at a Time • The strategies and mindset behind acquiring nearly 300 single-family rentals and a $100M valuation. • Why focusing on genuine connections is the secret to long-term success in real estate. 3. A Heartbreaking Wake-Up Call • The emotional phone call from his dad, his struggle to balance deals with family, and the lesson learned from loss. • How vulnerability and being present can transform not only your business but your entire life. 4. Staying True to Your Lane in a Distracted World • The importance of authenticity and transparency in building trust with investors and partners. • Practical tips on staying focused in an industry full of distractions and “shiny objects.” 5. Turning Personal Pain into Professional Growth • How embracing vulnerability led Zachary to develop a healthier perspective on business and life. • Why true wealth isn’t just measured in dollars—but in the quality of relationships and personal fulfillment. Zachary also shares invaluable insights on: • Risk Management & Capital Raising: His approach to raising funds and protecting investor capital even during market downturns. • The Power of Authenticity: How being real about your struggles builds lasting trust in business and personal life. If you’re ready to learn how to build a real estate empire without losing sight of what matters most—or if you need a wake-up call to prioritize life over endless hustle—this conversation is a must-watch. Ready for more transformative insights? • Subscribe for more episodes of The Hannah Hammond Show. • Comment below with your biggest takeaway. • Share this video if it resonated with you—because someone out there needs to hear this message right now. Let’s help more people break free from the cycle of blind hustle and rediscover what truly makes life meaningful—one conversation at a time. 🚩 SUBSCRIBE 🚩 to my YouTube Channel: / @hannahbhammond ============================================== 👉🏽 Follow Hannah Hammond: IG: / hannahbhammond TikTok: / hannahbhammond FB: / hannah.hammond4 Website: https://www.hannahbethhammond.com Connect with Zachary Kepes: IG: @zacharykepes YouTube: Zachary Kepes Website: https://www.zacharykepes.com #RealEstate #Entrepreneurship #LifeLessons


Categories:
Educational Programs, REITs / Investment Funds, Interviews / Speeches
Property Types:
Residential, Multifamily
States:
ARIZONA


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