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On this episode of the Next Level Income Show, I had the pleasure of welcoming back my good friend Paul Moore, founder of Wellings Capital. Paul’s story is a masterclass in resilience, focus, and purpose-driven investing. From early entrepreneurial success to losing it all and rebuilding a $200 million real estate business, Paul has seen it all—and he’s sharing the hard-earned lessons that shaped his journey.
The Power of Focus
One of the key takeaways from this episode was Paul’s emphasis on “the one thing.” Drawing inspiration from authors like Gary Keller and investors like Warren Buffett, Paul explained how success often comes down to ruthless focus. He candidly shared how he once chased every shiny object, only to realize that true success came when he committed to one lane—commercial real estate—and stayed in it.
Value-Add and Intrinsic Value
We also explored the power of value-add investing—an approach Paul and I both believe in. Whether it’s multifamily housing, mobile home parks, or self-storage, Paul breaks down how to uncover intrinsic value in a deal and why these asset classes are uniquely suited for recession resistance.
A great example? Paul’s team invested in a mobile home park for $7.1M during COVID. Just 10 months and a few strategic improvements later, they sold it for $15 million, delivering an eye-popping 340% IRR. That’s the power of buying right, adding value, and working with great operators.
Beyond the Bottom Line
But Paul isn’t just about profit. One of the most powerful parts of our conversation was when he shared his philanthropic mission: fighting human trafficking. Through his partnership with AIM (Agape International Missions), Paul’s company has helped raise nearly $900,000, directly funding raids that have rescued children and put traffickers behind bars.
His commitment to using business as a force for good is nothing short of inspiring.
Final Thoughts
If you’re a real estate investor, entrepreneur, or simply someone who wants to make a meaningful impact with your wealth, this episode is for you. Paul’s story is a testament to learning from failure, staying focused, and using your platform to serve others.
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Until next time—invest with purpose and always look for the next level.
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Christopher Larsen is the founder and Managing Partner of Next-Level Income. Since “retiring” after 18 years in the medical device industry he dedicates his time to helping others become financially independent through education and investment opportunities. Chris has been investing in and managing real estate for over 20 years.
While completing his degree in Biomechanical Engineering and M.B.A. in Finance at Virginia Tech, he bought his first single-family rental at age 21. Chris expanded into development, private-lending, buying distressed debt as well as commercial office, and ultimately syndicating multifamily properties. He began syndicating deals in 2016 and has been actively involved in over $500M of real estate acquisitions.
In addition to real estate, Chris has invested in equities, oil & gas, and small business lending, as well as being active in Venture South, one of the nation’s Top 10 Angel Investing groups. Chris lives with his wife and two boys (and Viszla, Lucy!) in Asheville, NC where he loves spending time with them in the outdoors and enjoying the food and culture that the region has to offer.
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