Warren Buffet Bought a Farm and He Never Visited It

Start With the Right Game Plan

In 1982, Warren Buffett bought a small farm outside of Omaha—not because he wanted to be a farmer, but because he saw value.

He didn’t tend the fields or fix the fences. He hired a farm manager, ran the numbers, and let the asset work for him. Y

ears later, he said, “I’ve never visited the farm. It doesn’t grow because I stare at the corn.”

That’s the difference between owning a job and owning an asset.

It’s the same in real estate. The most successful investors don’t just collect rent—they build wealth. They scale portfolios, automate systems, and buy back time.

If you’re stuck in the landlord loop, it’s time to break out.

But first let’s recap…

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The Landlord Loop vs. The Investor Advantage

Landlords are often hands-on, managing every detail themselves—from leaking faucets to late rent.

They trade time for money.

And yes, cash flow is nice… until the calls come in at midnight and the growth stalls because there’s no time left to buy the next deal.

Investors think differently.

They trade cost for time.

They build teams, tap into expert networks, and create systems that work without them being in the middle of every task.

That’s how they scale—not by hustling harder, but by stepping back and letting the machine run.

There’s no shame in being a landlord.

But if you’re after time freedom, it’s not a sustainable strategy.

Here’s What I’d Tell a Friend

Stop trying to do everything yourself.

If your goals are big, your systems and support need to be even bigger.

Align your role with your end game—and don’t confuse a full calendar with forward motion.

– Mike

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