Stay ConnectedWelcome to the 1 Rental to Freedom Podcast. Learn how to buy rentals without using your own money. Owning real estate is the best way to build wealth and freedom. Join Chad Harris and his guests as they discuss creative ways to succeed with rentals using other people’s money and seller financing. Simple strategies to change your wallet and financial future.
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Many real estate investors dream of a large portfolio, yet most stop after their very first rental property. Why is it so hard to scale? In this episode, Chad Harris breaks down the two primary reasons investors stall: poor deal structuring and a lack of management systems.
Learn why using your own money can be a recipe for frustration and how successful investors leverage Other People’s Money (OPM) to grow. Chad also explains how to shift from an "owner" to a "property manager" mindset by implementing systems that set both you and your tenants up for success.
Key Takeaways:
The danger of using your own cash for down payments and closing costs.
How to structure deals so you can scale to 5, 10, or 50 properties.
The importance of pre-planned management systems for leasing, screening, and maintenance.
How to eliminate 3:00 AM tenant calls through better communication.
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Everyone knows that rental properties are a proven path to long-term wealth, so why do so few people actually own them?
In this episode, Chad Harris breaks down the three psychological and strategic roadblocks that keep investors on the sidelines. We discuss how to structure deals using none of your own money (the 70% rule), why "timing the market" is a myth when you have a 30% equity buffer, and the importance of surrounding yourself with experienced investors rather than the naysayers.
Plus, Chad shares an exciting update about the podcast’s new name: One Rental to Freedom.
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Join host Chad Harris and seasoned investors Vance Courtney and Randy Shelley for a high-energy debate on the most pressing topics in real estate today.
In this episode, the trio dives into whether the housing market is headed for a crash or a climb, the impact of new mandates on institutional buyers, and why a "well-managed business" might be a faster path to wealth than real estate alone.
We also explore the massive role of Artificial Intelligence in modern investing—from auditing sales calls to automated lead management. Whether you’re a Bitcoin bull or a real estate traditionalist, this episode offers the strategic insights you need to build true wealth.
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Is the "Wild West" era of real estate wholesaling coming to an end? With states like Illinois and Arizona cracking down on unlicensed deal-making, the traditional wholesale model is facing an existential crisis.
In this episode, Chad sits down with David O, author of Investor Friendly Agent, to discuss why getting your real estate license might be the smartest move you can make for your investing career.
David breaks down how wearing the "Agent Hat" actually gives you more leverage, credibility, and exit strategies than being an unlicensed investor. They discuss the "three-option" pitch to sellers, how to use transparency to win negotiations, and why buying rentals is the true path to wealth compared to the transactional hamster wheel of wholesaling.
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Are you wholesaling real estate just to save up enough cash to eventually buy a rental property?
In this episode, Chad Harris explains why this strategy is delaying your financial freedom. Discover why wholesaling is just a job, not a path to passive income, and learn why the "I need my own money" myth is holding you back.
Chad breaks down the power of appreciation, debt paydown, and how to use Other People’s Money (OPM) to skip the wholesale grind and start building true wealth today.
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Is your New Year off to the races, or are you struggling to find the starting line? In this episode, host Chad Harris shares the four essential tips he uses to ensure a successful year ahead. While entrepreneurs are often "forward-focused," Chad explains why looking back at your wins is the vital first step to planning your future.
Tune in to discover how to create holistic goals that go beyond just business finance, why "SMART" goals are non-negotiable, and the one daily habit that keeps your vision on track. Plus, stay tuned until the end for details on the upcoming "One Rental to Freedom" webinar!
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In this episode, we dive into the "slow-BRRRR" strategy, a modified version of the traditional BRRRR process that's designed to help you build wealth in real estate, even in a market where interest rates are rising and prices are high.
We'll discuss how to structure a slow-BRRRR deal, the benefits of long-term financing, and why this strategy is a great way to get started in real estate today.
We'll also share a case study of a recent slow-BRRRR deal and explain how it's possible to achieve high cash flow and create a secure rental portfolio without putting in your own money.
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Struggling to get started in Real Estate or feel like you are struggling to get to the next level? Check out this Free Vision Casting Video to help clarify your goals and get specific steps to accomplish them!
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In this episode, host Chad Harris sits down with Clifford Walker—known in the industry as the “Cowboy Closer”—to discuss his journey from truck driving to closing six deals in his first month of real estate investing.
Clifford shares his “One Rental to Freedom” philosophy, explaining why you don’t need 100 properties to be successful. He also reveals his specific strategy for finding deals on the MLS, including how to make aggressive 65% offers and the contract clauses he uses to protect himself and his capital.
Whether you’re a new investor or a seasoned pro, Clifford’s actionable tips on mindset, faith, and market adaptability are not to be missed.
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Struggling to get started in Real Estate or feel like you are struggling to get to the next level? Check out this Free Vision Casting Video to help clarify your goals and get specific steps to accomplish them!
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Managing rental properties shouldn't be a second full-time job. In this episode of the True Wealth Investors Real Estate Podcast, host Chad Harris and guest experts dive deep into the systems and philosophies that turn a "tenant headache" into a streamlined business.
We discuss the transition from manila folders to digital automation and reveal the five essential pillars of effective property management: automating showings, rigorous applicant screening, proactive resident training, online rent collection, and digital work order management.
Whether you’re managing your first unit or scaling a massive portfolio, these strategies will help you maintain professionalism, protect your cash flow, and build true wealth.
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If you're an ambitious investor striving for significant goals, don't miss the opportunity to join our Mastermind Group. Apply now at www.TrueWealthInvestors.com/mastermind and connect with like-minded individuals ready to elevate their business to new levels. Tune in, take notes, and let's unlock the secrets of strategic real estate selling together!"
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Struggling to get started in Real Estate or feel like you are struggling to get to the next level? Check out this Free Vision Casting Video to help clarify your goals and get specific steps to accomplish them!
Ready to see if you qualify for the ELEVATE Mastermind? Schedule a 30 Minute Discovery Call with Chad to see if it’s right for you.
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Are you wasting hours driving to properties only to have prospective tenants no-show? In this episode, host Chad Harris shifts gears from buying strategies to the critical world of property management. Chad shares his personal journey—from self-managing 25 units to a disastrous experience hiring a management firm, and finally building a system that manages 80+ doors efficiently.
This is Part 1 of our deep dive into the "5 Keys to Property Management." Today, we focus on Key #1: Showings. Learn how to stop wasting time with tire-kickers by implementing a "Virtual Tour & Application First" strategy that allows for safe, self-guided tours using code access. If you want to scale your portfolio without losing your sanity, this episode is for you.
Visit our website at www.TrueWealthInvestors.com for more real estate wisdom and resources.
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Struggling to get started in Real Estate or feel like you are struggling to get to the next level? Check out this Free Vision Casting Video to help clarify your goals and get specific steps to accomplish them!
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