$120K in 3 Deals! Dianne & Leah’s Success Story

Kendall LeJeune
Jan 5
5 min read

Updated: Aug 1

OnlyLandFans Podcast Ep. 97

Most people hear about land investing and think, Is this even real?

Dianne and Leah thought the same thing.

But six months, three deals, and $120,000 in profit later—they’re proving that with the right approach, land investing isn’t just real—it’s a game-changer.

They didn’t have years of experience.They didn’t start with deep pockets.They didn’t even have a team.

What they did have?

✅ The willingness to take action—even when it felt messy.

✅ The courage to get uncomfortable and pick up the phone.

✅ A partnership that played to their strengths instead of forcing them to do everything alone.

And in this episode of The OnlyLandFans Show, they’re pulling back the curtain on exactly how they made it happen.

🔥 From Skeptics to Six-Figure Investors: The Turning Point

Dianne was burned out from the corporate grind and looking for something flexible.

Leah had spent years trying to break into real estate but didn’t have a big budget.

Both had an interest in land, but neither knew if it would actually work.

Then, two things changed everything:

1️⃣ They met at an investor conference. (Where only about 5 women were in attendance.)

2️⃣ They realized their skills perfectly complemented each other.

👉 Dianne loves talking to people and making deals happen.

👉 Leah loves analyzing numbers and running comps.

One conversation later, they decided to partner up.

And that’s when the momentum started.

💰 The Deal That Changed Everything

Their first deal was a simple neighbor sale.

The seller had land they wanted to get rid of. The neighbor wanted to buy it.

✔️ They locked it up for $57,000.

✔️ Sold it for $80,000.

✔️ Walked away with $20,000 in profit.

Not bad for deal #1.

But the real confidence boost? When the money actually hit their bank account.

"That’s when it felt real," Dianne said.

📈 Scaling Up: The $110K Deal That Almost Fell Apart

Their biggest deal wasn’t so simple.

They locked up a $650,000 property and found a buyer quickly.
They negotiated $50,000 off the purchase price.
The buyer agreed to pay $60,000 more than their initial offer.
Their spread went from $5,000 to $110,000.

Then? The title companies nearly killed the deal.

❌ The buyer insisted on using their title company.

❌ Neither title company had experience with land investors.

❌ Both thought the deal was a scam.

At this point, most new investors would have panicked.

But instead, they did something bold:

➡️ They agreed to rewrite the entire contract to be fully transparent.

➡️ They explained the situation to the seller upfront.

➡️ They relied on the rapport they had built to keep the deal alive.

And to their shock—the seller didn’t even hesitate.

"Okay, sounds good, Dianne," she said.

"I thought she was going to kill the deal," Dianne admitted.

Instead? They walked away with $110,000.

Lesson learned: Your title company can make or break your deal. (Never let the buyer choose.)

🚀 What They Did Differently to Get Fast Results

Most new investors struggle for years before making serious money in land.

Dianne & Leah did it in six months.

Here’s why:

💡 They played to their strengths. Leah handles comps. Dianne makes the calls. They don’t waste time trying to do everything alone.

💡 They went all-in on cold calling. Instead of waiting weeks for mail responses, their team delivers fresh leads every day.

💡 They focused on momentum. They didn’t overthink or wait for the “perfect” strategy. They just started—messy, imperfect, but moving.

💡 They committed before they were “ready.” Investing in a coach, attending events, and learning from experts accelerated their success tenfold.

📞 Cold Calling: Why It’s Their #1 Marketing Strategy

Some investors swear by mail. Others use texting.

Dianne and Leah? Cold calling all the way.

Why?

📈 It’s consistent. Instead of waiting weeks between campaigns, they get daily leads to keep momentum going.

💬 It’s personal. Sellers are more likely to open up on the phone than over text or email.

🚀 It’s scalable. They don’t have to front-load thousands of dollars into mailers.

And here’s the best part:

Dianne is one of the only women cold calling in land.

"I think sellers are just surprised to hear from a woman, and sometimes that works in our favor," she shared.

📌 Key Takeaways for New Land Investors

Thinking about getting started in land? Here’s what Dianne & Leah wish they knew earlier:

1️⃣ Get uncomfortable FAST. (Leah almost avoided making her first seller call—until she was pushed to do it at an event. That call changed everything.)

2️⃣ You don’t need a massive budget. (Dianne started with $26 and a skip-traced list. Now? Six figures in profit.)

3️⃣ The right partnerships change the game. (Find someone who loves the part of the business you hate.)

4️⃣ Cold calling isn’t scary—it’s the shortcut to momentum.

5️⃣ The biggest deals require the biggest mindset shifts. (Don’t let the fear of making $100K stop you from taking the shot.)

🎧 Want the Full Breakdown? Watch the Episode Now!

This is one of the most action-packed episodes we’ve ever recorded.

Dianne & Leah’s journey proves that you don’t need:

❌ Years of experience

❌ A huge budget

❌ A perfect plan

You just need to start.

🎥 Watch the full episode now

And if their story inspired you, share this blog with someone who needs to hear it.

Because your first six-figure deal might be closer than you think. 🚀

Enjoy the show!

United by shared values and complementary skills, Dianne DeLongchamps and Leah Albanese are building their business focusing on quality, integrity, and collaboration. They believe in taking bold action and continuously refining their approach as they build a business aligned with their vision. Their passion extends beyond land deals. They're on a mission to inspire more women to join them in the land investing space

For more information on Dianne and Leah and to explore partnership opportunities, connect with them through these platforms:

Creative Land Exchange

Dianne: dianne@creativelandexchange.com

Leah: leah@creativelandexchange.com

Currently Seeking:

Development partners for multifamily, entitlement, and subdivision projects (primarily in Tennessee, Texas, and Colorado)
Connections with women interested in entering the land investing space