#41: Brian Murray

Brian Murray is an investor, best-selling author of three books about multifamily real estate, Co-founder and Key Principal of Open Door Capital, and ultramarathoner.In this episode, Brian talks about his investing journey from $30,000 teacher salary to $1 Billion assets under management, his partnership with Brandon, embracing long-distance running and spirituality in recent years, and putting his hard-won wisdom into a new book.-What he learned from working in a toxic startup culture that destroyed his physical and mental health-"F You Money" and walking away from a job that compromises your morals- How he went from schoolteacher to owning offices and apartment buildings - How he turned a poorly-performing asset into a cash cow- Using creative financing early in his career- Writing the world's best-selling self-published real estate book- How to vet potential business partners and the story behind Open Door Capital- Buying a ranch, working with his hands, and living a minimalist lifestyle- Running 50+ miles at a time- How owning more stuff complicates your life- His advice to people who can't figure out what to focus on- His spiritual life and a transformative trip to Nepal- Why he's writing a highly personal book dedicated to his grown childrenBrian's Charitable Cause:Friendly Fields Farm Sanctuary, a rescue and rehabilitation sanctuary for farm animals facing abandonment, neglect, and abuse.Connect with Brian:- Instagram Books Mentioned in this Episode:- Welcome to my Garden: A Father’s Gift of Reflections, Life Lessons, and Advice by Brian Murray - Crushing It in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate by Brian Murray- The Multifamily Millionaire, Volume I and Volume II- Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty- The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle- Loving What Is by Byron KatieLink to Buy AudiobookLink to Buy Physical BookEnjoyed this episode? Follow A Better Life in your favorite podcast app and share this episode to spread the word.