Episode 492: Why Trademarking Is Crucial for Entrepreneurs and Real Estate Pros with Andrei Mincov

In this episode of the Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast, we’re chatting with Andrei Mincov, founder and CEO of Trademark Factory, about why trademarking should be a top priority for entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, and small business owners like you. Andrei shares essential insights on when and how to trademark, the risks you face if you don’t secure your intellectual property, and actionable steps you can take to avoid costly litigation. You’ll also learn the critical difference between truly owning your brand and simply operating under it, giving you a clear roadmap to protect your business and secure its future success.   Tune in for actionable insights that will help you protect your business as you grow and succeed!   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 01:40 Who is Andrei Mincov? 03:54 Why trademarking matters for entrepreneurs 09:03 When and how to trademark your business 15:02 The 3 stages of brand protection 18:42 The cost and timeframe of trademarking 21:30 Why you need to take action early and protect your brand 23:23 The consequences of trademark infringement 25:01 Learn more about trademarking   Quotables   “A brand you can’t legally own is not a brand—it’s just a wish.”   “You can do it anytime, as long as it’s one day before somebody else does it.”   “Think of a trademark as an investment in your brand’s future, not just its present.”   Links   Trademark Factory https://smartrealestatecoach.com/trademarkfactory   Real Estate On Your Terms and Deal Structure Overtime https://wickedsmartbooks.com/podcast   FREE Master’s Class https://wickedsmartacademy.com/mastersclass   FREE Strategy Session with Chris Pre https://smartrealestatecoach.com/chrisprecall   FREE Workshop https://smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws   QLS Homestudy Course https://wickedsmartacademy.com/course/qls-homestudy-4   Investor Resources https://smartrealestatecoach.com/resources   3 Paydays Apprentice https://smartrealestatecoach.com/apprentice-pod   In the Trenches Bootcamp https://smartrealestatecoach.com/ittb-pod   REI Blackbook https://smartrealestatecoach.com/REIBB-DD