Mar 20, 2019
This week, I'm learning about investing in short-term rentals from Dr. David Draghinas. David is a full-time anesthesiologist located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
He received his medical degree and anesthesia training at the University of Southern California. Following his residency, he spent 3-1/2 years in the Navy, mostly at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, before moving to Dallas.
In addition to his full-time anesthesiology practice, he is the producer and host of the popular podcast DoctorsUnbound and an avid real estate investor.
He believes there are many talented doctors doing amazing things that he wants to share with his audience. On his podcast, Dave helps physicians reach the next rung of success by learning from peers that have gone before them.
He also believes that the decreasing prestige and autonomy of physicians in today’s practice environment contributes to physician burnout. And he wants to combat that. Hence, he’s also committed to providing a positive image for the physician community on his podcast.
Finally, Dave has had a long-term interest in real estate. He has become an expert in short-term rental properties, such as those listed on Airbnb. Since real estate investing can be a lucrative side hustle that many physicians find fun and profitable, I thought it would be a great topic for today's interview.
He explains the origins of his interest in real estate. Then we get pretty deep into the tactics he uses to conquer the short-term real estate game. He shares resources he’s identified and essential advice for those thinking about jumping in.
I’ve come to appreciate Dave very much since getting to know him over the past year or two. He’s committed to using his podcast to help physicians regain a positive image, fight burnout and apply their talents to interests beyond clinical medicine.
You can find links to the resources mentioned in today’s interview, and a transcript of the interview, by going to the show notes at vitalpe.net/episode079.
Be sure to check out his podcast at DoctorsUnbound.com. He has contact information on his website. You can also find Dave on LinkedIn.