Ep.270 How McDonald’s Makes More from Real Estate Than Burgers
- Author
- Rosha Entezari
- Published
- Fri 15 Aug 2025
- Episode Link
- None
McDonald’s: Burgers Are the Side Hustle
McDonald’s isn’t just selling Big Macs—it’s one of the largest real estate companies in the world.
- Own the Land: Most franchisees lease from McDonald’s.
- Double Revenue: Rent + a cut of sales.
- Stable Profits: Real estate often outperforms the food side.
Lesson: Own the ground under your business. Assets that appreciate and cash-flow build lasting wealth.
Good Morning, Money. Your sip of success starts with owning, not renting.
