The Mike Litton Experience

The Mike Litton Experience


From Army Sergeant to 400+ Rental Units: Eric Wohlwend’s Real Estate Empire

September 22, 2025

In this powerhouse episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we sit down with real estate mogul, author, and former Army sergeant Eric Wohlwend — a man who went from losing multiple jobs to building a real estate empire with over 400 rental properties, launching 21 businesses, and mentoring hundreds of investors (including his own children, who started buying properties at age 7!).

Eric shares:

  • How “leadership capital” shaped his military and business journey

  • Why failing forward led him to build wealth creatively through real estate

  • How he mentored his children to become accredited investors before 18

  • The power of mentorship, financial education, and thinking outside the box

  • Trading silver and limos for down payments? Yes, really.

  • Secrets to scaling from 0 to 20 units in 2 years — and never looking back

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with raw wisdom, unconventional strategies, and the kind of inspiration that turns goals into action.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to creatively acquire real estate with little to no cash

  • Building leadership capital in business and life

  • Mentorship that multiplies your impact

  • How to raise financially independent kids

  • The importance of consistency, community, and hustle

Connect with Eric Wohlwend:
https://realpowerfamily.com
Real Power Family Podcast (available on all platforms)

Author of:

  • Family Success Triangle

  • If I Can Do It So Can You (by son Devin Wohlwend)

  • Multiple books with Mark Victor Hansen (Chicken Soup for the Soul)