Joseph Cornwell is a full-time real estate investor, general contractor, and podcast host with a diverse background in law enforcement and real estate. Born and raised in Milford, Ohio, Joseph served as a police officer from 2012 to 2021 before fully transitioning into real estate. Since 2016, he has sold over 175 properties totaling nearly $70 million in volume, while building a personal investment portfolio of 135+ rental units across single-family, multifamily, mixed-use, and new development projects. In 2017, he launched ROS Construction LLC to handle major renovations and now leads a team of 15 full-time employees completing over $3M annually. Joseph also owns Realty One Stop, offering sales, leasing, and construction services, and is a host on the Best Ever CRE Podcast, the industry’s longest-running daily real estate show.
Here’s some of the topics we covered:
How a Cop Became a Full-Time Real Estate Investor
Turning a Side Hustle Into a Real Estate Empire
Vertically Integrating Your Company & The Positive Effects
The Trump Tariffs & How It Affects Real Estate
What’s Really Driving the Surge in Prices Right Now
Why Picking the Right Asset Class Can Make or Break You
The Window of Opportunity Opening in Multifamily
The Challenges of Working With Counties and Cities
Why Moving at Your Own Pace Is the Real Superpower