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Michael Blank is a successful entrepreneur, investor, and author specializing in apartment investing. He is the CEO of Nighthawk Equity, author of Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing, and host of the Apartment Building Investing podcast.   He shares how his journey began in software development, leading to a lucrative IPO, only to realize that true wealth comes from passive income.   After reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, Michael shifted to real estate, initially investing in single-family homes before recognizing the greater potential in multifamily properties.    Despite setbacks—including a failed restaurant venture that cost him millions—he successfully pivoted to apartment investing.    Michael emphasizes the "Law of the First Deal"—a concept highlighting how securing the first investment accelerates financial independence.   Michael explains why single-family rentals often fail to provide true freedom and how apartment buildings offer a more scalable, sustainable path.   He also shares his top succes