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June 24, 2025
Real Estate Investing Essentials: Jorge Vazquez of Graystone Investment Group Shares Insider Strategies in Powerful Interview
Tampa, FL — Real estate may look simple from the outside—list a home, find a buyer, close the deal. But industry pros know it’s anything but. In a candid and eye-opening conversation, Jorge Vazquez, CEO of Graystone Investment Group, sat down with Fresno Realtor Linda Peltz to pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes in real estate investing.
From the complexities of probate properties to the truth about working with bankers, Vazquez and Peltz dig into the real lessons most investors learn the hard way. Their discussion, now available for viewing online, is a masterclass for both new and experienced investors looking to sharpen their game.
From Financial Advisor to Real Estate Powerhouse
Jorge Vazquez didn’t start in real estate—he started as a financial advisor. After the 2008 financial crash, he pivoted hard into real estate and never looked back. Fast forward 25 years, and Jorge has now completed over 3,500 real estate transactions, built five companies, and owns over 40 investment properties.
He runs Graystone Investment Group, a full-service firm offering off-market deals, lending, property management, and investor-friendly real estate brokerage. He also founded the Property Profit Academy, a training platform with over 70 real estate courses designed to make high-level investing affordable—just $1,000 for lifetime access.
“I came to the U.S. not speaking English and started from scratch,” Vazquez shares. “There’s not a transaction I haven’t messed up—but that’s how you learn.” His journey is living proof that real estate success is built on grit, smart systems, and continuous learning.
Why Lending Strategy Can Make or Break a Deal
One of the standout moments in the interview is Vazquez’s comparison of bankers versus brokers. As a former banker himself, he admits that many bankers are only trained to push their own products—not necessarily what’s best for the buyer.
“A good broker has access to dozens of lenders. They can structure the right deal for your goals,” says Jorge. “Same with real estate agents—those who specialize in investment properties think completely differently.”
Probate Listings: The Wild Card of Real Estate
Linda Peltz brings deep insight into one of the most complicated niches in real estate: probate properties. With experience navigating properties involving multiple heirs, hoarded homes, and decade-long legal battles, she outlines how critical it is to understand the nuance and legal side of probate listings.
Jorge agrees: “That’s one of the toughest—but most important—fields in real estate. We’ve got to do a whole episode just on that.”
The Real Problem? A Lack of Education
Both Vazquez and Peltz hit on what they call the biggest failure in the industry: lack of consumer education. From agents to lenders to buyers, too many people jump into real estate without the knowledge they need to succeed.
“My own kids finished college and didn’t know how to qualify for a mortgage,” Jorge shares. “That’s a system failure. We have to do better.”
That’s exactly what Graystone Investment Group is doing—bridging the education gap for investors worldwide.
About Graystone Investment Group
With over 3,500 transactions completed and clients served in 20+ countries, Graystone Investment Group is Florida’s go-to resource for real estate investors. The firm offers:
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Off-market investment deals
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In-house lending solutions
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Full-service property management
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A brokerage with 50+ investment-focused agents
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Education through the Property Profit Academy
Whether you’re doing your first BRRRR deal or scaling a rental portfolio, Graystone helps investors build long-term wealth through smart, proven real estate strategies.
Contact:
Jorge Vazquez, CEO
Email: jorge@graystoneig.com
Phone: 813-679-6177
Website: https://graystoneig.com
Watch the Interview
About Linda Peltz
Linda Peltz is a Fresno-based Realtor with eXp Realty, specializing in probate and distressed properties.
Email: lwpproperty@gmail.com
Phone: 559-353-4556
DRE# 01997670
