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Why Most New Investors Never Get Their First Deal
Why most new investors never get their first deal
Most new investors don’t fail for lack of knowledge — they never take the first step. In this free replay, Nancy and Kelcie talk about the gap between learning and doing, and how to set your buy box, know your numbers and finally get your first deal.
- Why endless learning becomes a substitute for action
- How to set your buy box and know your numbers
- How off-market leads put you ahead of investors chasing the MLS

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Your first deal is closer than you think.
Mindset
Why endless learning becomes a comfortable substitute for action — and how to break the cycle.
Buy box
Define exactly what you’re looking for so you can say yes fast when the right lead shows up.
Take action
Use off-market leads to get ahead of investors who are all chasing the same MLS listings.

Nancy Wallace-Laabs & Kelcie Leka
Nancy has been a licensed Texas real estate broker since 2006. She’s an investor, author and national speaker who built her business while working full time, raising a daughter and growing a portfolio of rental properties.
Joined by Kelcie Leka, she leads the Money Makin’ Mamas, teaching investors and Realtors the same lead-generation, property-management and business systems she uses in her own investing.
Your first deal starts with your first list.
Free · Recorded June 16, 2026 · Watch anytime