Episodes
Today's first caller has the opportunity to buy an entire portfolio of rental properties from another investor. But because he's new to investing in real estate, he's worried that lenders might laugh him out of the room. So what's the best way to obtain financing on a bulk deal? That's the first question I'll be answering on today's show! This Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate features three of your great questions on financing multiple rental properties, how to use rental income...
Published 03/25/24
Credit card debt in the US recently reached $1 trillion in the second quarter of 2023 – for the first time ever. Economists cite reasons like inflation and rising interest rates as major contributors to this debt crisis. But here’s what I dislike about that narrative: it leaves consumers feeling entirely powerless. We can’t control inflation or what interest rates are doing. But we can control our financial destiny. On today's show, we're going to talk about what’s really behind this...
Published 03/21/24
Today's first caller wants to start investing, and she's not sure if she should sell her home, start house hacking, or take another route. What's the best option for her to start diversifying her income? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm taking three of your great questions on how to decide if you should sell your home to start investing, my experience with cost segregation software, and investing in Europe....
Published 03/18/24
The typical American household net worth surged 37% during the pandemic according to the Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances. And on today's show, we're going to discuss a major reason why – the power of real estate. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you're going to learn why real estate is the number one way to build your net worth. I'm sharing how real estate measures up against other wealth building tools, plus the four main ways real estate can help you grow your net...
Published 03/14/24
What's the difference between bonus depreciation and a cost segregation, and can they coincide? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate! This episode features three great listener questions on tax strategies, getting started in real estate with no money and bad credit, and the truth about elevated home prices. I'm also going to be sharing some news about the impending bank crisis and the future of commercial real estate. Click play to...
Published 03/11/24
In this economy, most American homeowners are flush with equity. Having plentiful equity in your home is beneficial for many reasons. It can be a great tool for reaching multiple financial goals, whether you’re trying to pay off debt, lower the principal balance on your mortgage, or buy rental real estate. If you’re considering using your home equity to grow your real estate portfolio, your options include taking out a home equity line of credit or a cash-out refinance. But how do you decide...
Published 03/07/24
Today's first caller owns a couple of rental properties alongside her husband. As they reach retirement age, what's the best investment type? Should they open a self-directed IRA or buy properties in other ways? That's the first question I'm answering on today's show! This episode of Investing in Real Estate features three of your investing questions on topics like retirement, the best incentives of investing in the US from overseas, and how to decide if you should convert your home into a...
Published 03/04/24
What does it take to become a highly successful real estate investor? Your mind might immediately run to things like income or returns—but the truth is that what marks your success is ultimately rooted in your mindset and your habits. On today's show, I’m sharing four simple and realistic habits of successful investors. These four traits are shared by every successful real estate investor I know – and they’re simple enough that you can begin applying them today.
Published 02/29/24
There are many benefits of investing inside of a retirement account like a self-directed IRA. But if you want to retire early, can a self-directed IRA help you reach your goals? That's the first question I'm answering on this episode of Investing in Real Estate! This Q&A episode features three great listener questions on deciding if retirement accounts are right for you, how to determine if you should use your home equity to invest, and how to get into investing if you don't want to...
Published 02/26/24
The sky is the limit when it comes to ways to purchase real estate. Some investors like working with their local hometown banks, some use private financing, and others enjoy the benefits of buying real estate inside their retirement accounts. The beauty of this is, there’s no right or wrong way to build wealth through real estate. As long as you’re taking consistent action toward your goals, it’s going to pay off. But if you’re not sure where to start, the number of options can be...
Published 02/22/24
If you own a rental property that needs constant repairs and maintenance, what should you do? Is it better to sell a high maintenance property, or is there a better way to deal with it? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate. Today I'm answering three of your great questions on dealing with repetitive repairs, turning your first home into a rental property, and the rules on using a property in your self-directed IRA. Click play to hear my...
Published 02/19/24
Real estate investing isn’t just about the brick-and-mortar components. In fact, I could care less about the specific details of a property, as long as it’s safe and in good condition. What really matters when it comes to investing is getting your mind right. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you’re going to learn about the critical connection between mindset and success for investors, and how you can sharpen your mindset in order to reach financial freedom.
Published 02/15/24
If you want to use a HELOC to pay off your mortgage, the easiest way is to utilize your HELOC as a checking account. But where can you find these types of HELOCs? That's the first question I'm answering on this episode of Investing in Real Estate! Today's Q&A episode features three of your great questions about finding HELOC products, rental companies, and how to buy rental properties inside a self-directed IRA. Click play to hear my answers to your best investing questions!
Published 02/12/24
If you want to become a real estate investor, but you’re not sure where to begin, this episode is for you. I’m going to walk you through five simple steps you need to take to begin investing in real estate. I know from experience that when you’re trying to make the jump to becoming an investor, it can be easy to get caught up in the weeds of things that ultimately don’t matter. So get ready to take notes, because you’re about to learn five simple steps to start investing like a pro.
Published 02/08/24
How can you teach your children financial intelligence? What are the best resources you can arm yourself with in order to pass down important lessons about money? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A episode of Investing in Real Estate! This episode features three of your great questions about financial education resources, minimizing high taxes, and deciding what to do with a highly appreciated property with low cash flow. Click play to hear my answers to your questions!
Published 02/05/24
According to recent data from the Federal Reserve, only 40% of Americans feel like they’re on track with their retirement savings. But I’m going to let you in on a little secret: traditional retirement accounts like the 401k aren’t designed to give you confidence or financial security. If you’ve resigned your retirement to these old school plans like pensions and 401ks, you’re missing out on an incredible way to build wealth for retirement—it’s called self-direction. On today's show, you’re...
Published 02/01/24
What are the best states to buy rental real estate? And what makes a rental market profitable? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A edition of investing in real estate! On today's episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your great questions. We're going to cover topics like rental markets, buydown credits, and how a banking collapse could affect your portfolio. Click play to hear my answers to your questions!
Published 01/29/24
Most Americans have been sold the idea of the quintessential American Dream… the vision of owning a home with a white picket fence. In fact, a survey released by Bankrate showed that 74% of respondents cited homeownership as the pinnacle of success, outranking education, retirement, family, and career achievements. But owning your home is much different than owning a performing asset like a rental property. Luckily, there's an easy way to make the transition from homeowner to investor, and...
Published 01/25/24
Our audience asks the best questions, and on today's show, I'm going to tackle a few of them. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'll be answering three of your questions on various real estate topics. This Q&A episode features three great questions on topics like investing with a high debt-to-income ratio, how to decide if you should pay off mortgages, and buying a property with a solo 401k. Click play to hear my answers to your real estate investing questions!
Published 01/24/24
Too many people think inside the box when it comes to buying real estate. If you’ve ever gotten a “no” from a lender, that is not your destiny. If buying real estate is something you truly want to do, then the old adage applies: where there’s a will, there’s a way. There are truly so many ways to get started buying real estate. If you have tenacity, willingness, and the ability to be creative, then there’s nothing that can stop you. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, I’m going to...
Published 01/18/24
Insurance is a critical piece of owning and protecting any piece of real estate. Is it a good idea to self-insure your rental property? That's the first question I'm answering on this Q&A edition of Investing in Real Estate! On today's show, I'm answering three of your great questions about self-insurance, self-directed IRAs, and how to invest in US real estate from Canada. We'll also talk about living the life you want now, the importance of being empowered in your financial freedom,...
Published 01/15/24
You’ve heard all the traditional financial advice, like the importance of automating your savings, sticking to a budget, and maximizing contributions to your retirement accounts. But if you follow this outdated advice, you’re going to get average, or below average outcomes. The truth is you cannot save your way to wealth. You can only build your way to wealth. On today's show, I’m sharing five strategies you can use to begin building your wealth. These are basic, effective, and to the point...
Published 01/11/24
Today’s first caller used a Veterans Affairs loan to house hack. What’s the best way for him to grow a strong real estate portfolio? On today’s show, I’m answering this great question, and more! This Q&A episode features three of your questions on investing with a VA loan, vacancy rates in our rental markets, and my take on the possibility of a global banking crash. As always, I appreciate your thoughtful questions, and I hope you enjoy this episode of Investing in Real Estate!
Published 01/08/24
The current housing market landscape consists of home prices consistently climbing, high mortgage interest rates, and an overall cooldown. Everyone is speculating about an impending market crash. But is there actually data to suggest an impending crash? That’s what we’re going to talk about on today’s show! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to dive into the likelihood of a housing market crash this year. I'm sharing the two main reasons why I don't believe there's a...
Published 01/04/24