About DJ Thielen

From Humble Beginnings to Industry Icon Through Hard Work & Faith In God

Born into humble beginnings and raised by a single mother he calls his hero, DJ Thielen’s journey is anything but ordinary. Battling the odds—from financial hardship, no father and emotional struggles to ADHD and a deep frustration with traditional schooling—DJ turned adversity into fue and his faith in God was an instrumental part of this. That inner fire led him to be selected as the 6th overall pick by the San Francisco Giants in the 1991 MLB Draft, launching a 6-year career in professional baseball.

But it was what came after baseball that truly defined him.

At 28, DJ dove into entrepreneurship and began building the empire he’s known for today. Over the last two decades, he has:

  • Founded and scaled multiple successful businesses
  • Authored two best-selling books
  • Delivered keynote talks that move and motivate alongside  Icons such as Grant and Elena Cardone, Ed Mylett, Tim Storey, and countless others.
  • Sold over 3,500 real estate investment properties totaling more than $350 million
  • Become the CEO of Empire Real Estate Builders, LLC and Remote Real Estate Riches, one of the nation’s leading Turn-Key investment firms
  • Developed a powerful Brand Partnership & Coaching Mentorship Program that empowers entrepreneurs and investors to elevate their investments, mindsets, and results.

Today, DJ is more than just a real estate expert—he’s a trusted voice in wealth building, personal growth, and high-performance coaching. With over 750 five-star reviews across all platforms—including 250+ on LinkedIn alone—he proudly holds the title of the #1 most-reviewed Real Estate Investor and Coach on LinkedIn.

Whether you’re looking to build a passive income portfolio with CHEAP HOMES, Learn how to get rich with cheap homes,  or partner with someone who’s walked the walk—DJ Thielen and his amazing executive team are 100% the right choice.