Hi, I’m Burke.

RE Investor, Author, Educator.
Private Money Lender.
Fund Manager.

The Long Game

Unlock the secrets to building lasting wealth by playing The Long Game. This is the definitive guide to take you beyond the day-to-day hustle and into the realm of strategic wealth generation.

A little about me

  • Married with 6 children (Jill was pregnant with #6 in this photo)

  • A decade of Non-profit service, mostly overseas

  • Real Estate Investor

  • RE Investing Coach & Educator

  • Author of 2 Amazon best-sellers

  • Founder of Fire Nights, a men’s mental health movement

  • Fund Manager for Wheeler Lee Investments

  • Private Money / Hard Money Lender

  • CIO for Impact Investment Partners

  • Finishing up my Doctorate in Business Administration with an emphasis on Capital Management

  • Loves backpacking, film photography, and international travel

  • Passionate about helping people strategically build portfolios & tax-efficient wealth.

Other Books

Fire Nights

Transform loneliness into brotherhood with Fire Nights.

When loneliness is an epidemic and addiction and suicide rates among men are alarmingly high, Fire Nights offers a refreshing solution. Burke Atkerson invites you into a transformative experience that challenges the status quo of masculinity, offering a bold, raw, and deeply inspiring response to the crisis of male isolation.

Fire Nights is not merely a book; it's a movement—a clear guide to forging deep, meaningful connections. Atkerson, with heart-wrenching honesty, shares his healing journey and the stories of men who have found strength, healing, and camaraderie around the flickering flames of a fire. This book is a testament to the power of vulnerability, brotherhood, and the pursuit of authentic community.

The For Sale by Owner Playbook:

A Step-by-Step Guide to Saving Thousands and Avoiding Legal Pitfalls When Selling Your Home Without an Agent

Your comprehensive guide to selling your home without the need for a real estate agent. Packed with simplified steps, practical checklists, and insider tips, this playbook will help you save thousands in commission fees while avoiding common legal traps that could lead to costly litigation. Whether you're a first-time seller or a seasoned homeowner, this guide empowers you with the knowledge and confidence to successfully sell your home on your own terms.

No Gain Without Burden

Embracing Hardship is the Only Path to Lasting Success, Strength, and Fulfillment

Discover the profound truth that just as energy in a system must balance, the effort you put into life determines what you get out of it. This book challenges the notion of easy success, revealing that only through embracing hardship, patience, and hard work can we achieve true wealth and unshakeable strength. Learn how simple principles based in physics apply to every aspect of your personal and professional life, guiding you on the journey to becoming truly fulfilled.

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