How to Build Passive Income with Real Estate Funds With Jay Patel
Thu Jan 22 2026
In this episode, real estate veteran Jay Patel breaks down exactly how to grow your wealth through real estate investing — even if you don't want the hassle of dealing with tenants, repairs, or property management. With 25+ years of experience and millions in assets, Jay reveals the insider strategies behind his PropTex Income Advantage Fund, including how to earn consistent 11% returns backed by real assets.
If you've ever wondered how to make your money work FOR you (instead of the other way around), this episode is a must-listen.
What You'll Learn:
The 2 biggest mistakes people make when getting into real estate investing (and how to avoid them)Why real estate beats the stock market for long-term wealth buildingThe 3 types of real estate investments Jay uses to generate consistent double-digit returnsHow to earn passive income without ever dealing with tenants, repairs, or vacanciesThe "tortoise strategy" that turns $100K into nearly $300K in 10 yearsWhat to look for (and watch out for) when investing in a real estate fundHow to protect your nest egg while still getting strong returnsThe compounding strategy that lets you retire on interest alone — without touching your principal
About the Guest:
Jay Patel is a seasoned real estate investor with over 25 years of experience across flipping, multi-family, Airbnb, tax liens, and fund management. He's the Fund Manager of PropTex (Property + Technology + Expertise), a real estate income fund designed to deliver consistent 11% preferred returns for investors seeking passive income and capital preservation.
Resources Mentioned:
PropTex Income Advantage Fund 1The "tortoise vs. hare" investing philosophyResidential assisted living centers as cash-flow assetsTax deed and tax lien investing401K rollover options for fund investing
Connect with Jay Patel:
Website: proptex.comEmail: jp@proptex.com
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In this episode, real estate veteran Jay Patel breaks down exactly how to grow your wealth through real estate investing — even if you don't want the hassle of dealing with tenants, repairs, or property management. With 25+ years of experience and millions in assets, Jay reveals the insider strategies behind his PropTex Income Advantage Fund, including how to earn consistent 11% returns backed by real assets. If you've ever wondered how to make your money work FOR you (instead of the other way around), this episode is a must-listen. What You'll Learn: The 2 biggest mistakes people make when getting into real estate investing (and how to avoid them)Why real estate beats the stock market for long-term wealth buildingThe 3 types of real estate investments Jay uses to generate consistent double-digit returnsHow to earn passive income without ever dealing with tenants, repairs, or vacanciesThe "tortoise strategy" that turns $100K into nearly $300K in 10 yearsWhat to look for (and watch out for) when investing in a real estate fundHow to protect your nest egg while still getting strong returnsThe compounding strategy that lets you retire on interest alone — without touching your principal About the Guest: Jay Patel is a seasoned real estate investor with over 25 years of experience across flipping, multi-family, Airbnb, tax liens, and fund management. He's the Fund Manager of PropTex (Property + Technology + Expertise), a real estate income fund designed to deliver consistent 11% preferred returns for investors seeking passive income and capital preservation. Resources Mentioned: PropTex Income Advantage Fund 1The "tortoise vs. hare" investing philosophyResidential assisted living centers as cash-flow assetsTax deed and tax lien investing401K rollover options for fund investing Connect with Jay Patel: Website: proptex.comEmail: jp@proptex.com