BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast

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5 Tips to Help Investors Handle Hoarder House Situations

3 Exit Strategies You Need to Have When Investing in Real Estate

Books Mentioned in this Episode

Long-Distance Real Estate Investing by David Greene

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716: FIRE by 27 Using the "Chick-Fil-A Rule" of Real Estate w/Greg Cullen Jan 19, 2023

Show notes

Financial independence is something that people spend decades trying to achieve. For the average American worker, this can be a slow grind, saving a few hundred dollars a month, hoping to be financially free at sixty-five so they can finally enjoy retirement. The problem? You spent three or four decades at a job, waiting to do what you want. If you’re going to crack the code to financial freedom, retire early, and live and work on your terms, you might want to follow Greg Cullen’s strategy.

Greg has been hustling since he was a teenager. He was bringing in a full-time salary at age sixteen after building a sign-spinning business with over a dozen workers. He always knew the key to success was finding smart ways to make more money. So, when Greg was offered a full-time salary, he turned it down for a sales job with no cap on commissions, allowing him to save money at a far faster rate, and reach financial freedom well before the age of thirty.

But Greg didn’t need some colossal empire of cash-flowing rentals. Instead, he’s financially free with only ten units, all of which he bought in under a decade. So how did someone like Greg, without real estate experience, scale his income up so fast? In this episode, you’ll learn what Greg did to purchase properties at lightning speed, the Chick-fil-A rule of real estate you should adopt, and how failing is the only successful way to hit financial freedom early.

In This Episode We Cover:

Why choosing a commission-based job, with uncapped earnings, beats a salary almost always

Sign spinning and creative ways Greg made big money as a teenager

The Chick-fil-A real estate rule that all investors should follow when picking a rental property market

Common investing hurdles and how to deal with massive burnout when trying to make more money

The laws of power that every entrepreneur, investor, or employee must know to level up

What to do when real estate partnerships go wrong and turning a stressful situation into a killer deal

And So Much More!

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Hear Our Interview with “The 48 Laws of Power” Author, Robert Greene

Books Mentioned in this Episode

The Concise 48 Laws Of Power by Robert Greene

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

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Greg's BiggerPockets Profile

Greg's YouTube

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715: How to Make 2023 Your Best Year Ever Jan 17, 2023

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Search “how to make passive income” online, and there’s a good chance you’ll see “real estate investing” on every list. Why? Real estate investing is one of the most time-tested, stable, and repeatable ways for the everyday American to get rich, build wealth, and start collecting passive income every month. But you’ll never get going if you don’t know where to start. So to make your 2023 as successful as ever, David Greene, investor, agent, and host of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, sat down to walk through the eleven steps it takes to go from onlooker to real estate investor.

Real estate is NOT a “get rich quick” type of investment, but it can help you build wealth in a surprisingly short amount of time. Just ask David, who spent years working overtime as a cop, slowly building up a real estate portfolio that eventually led him to hit financial freedom before most people buy their first house! In this episode, David will walk step-by-step through everything a new investor must do to get their first rental property, how to analyze real estate deals once you find them, and how to repeat the system, so your passive income stack grows bigger every year!

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In This Episode We Cover:

How to make 2023 your best real estate investing year EVER

David’s slow start and going from almost giving up to financial freedom in only a few years

How to analyze a real estate deal from start to finish (with a LIVE example)

The 11 KEYS to success when starting in rental property investing

How to find real estate deals in ANY market using the LAPS funnel

Setting goals and why so many people fall short of their new year’s resolutions

Using BiggerPockets Pro to get your first (or next) real estate deal even faster!

And So Much More!

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Rental Property Calculator

Rent Estimator

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Get Your Ticket to BPCon 2023!

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714: Seeing Greene: Outsourcing, Retiring with Real Estate, & Investing in College Jan 15, 2023

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What’s your real estate retirement plan? How should you fund your rentals? And why is today’s housing market so hard to cash flow? These are just some of the questions that regular real estate investors ask themselves. In a high interest rate, low inventory environment like 2023, landlords need to find better deals, use better financing strategies, and look for different ways to profit, to turn their portfolios into passive income-generating machines.

Welcome back to a Seeing Greene episode that has questions from all over the nation. Some investors wonder why their cash-on-cash return numbers look so bleak. Others are debating using a HELOC (home equity line of credit) to buy rentals, even as interest rates continue to rise steadily. You'll hear answers to those questions all while David touches on topics around buying for cash flow vs. appreciation, how to buy rental properties while in college, how to find off-market properties, and where to meet private money lenders!

In This Episode We Cover:

Starting a construction company and using this lucrative trade to invest faster

Cash-on-cash return and why appreciating markets are crunching down on potential cash flow

Single-family vs. multifamily real estate investing and when to favor appreciation over cash flow

Using a HELOC to buy rental properties vs. saving up your cash for a down payment

Investing while in college and how to get approved for a mortgage even if you don’t have full-time income

Where to find off-market real estate deals and reach motivated sellers

And So Much More!

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Ask David Your Real Estate Investing Question

Amy Mahjoory's Masterclass on Private Lending Part 1

Amy Mahjoory's Masterclass on Private Lending Part 2

Amy Mahjoory's Masterclass on Private Lending Part 3

Amy Mahjoory's Masterclass on Private Lending Part 4

How to Calculate Cash-on-Cash Return

Learn More About David’s Full Real Estate Team

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713: The Real Life Top Gun’s Advice to Become ELITE at Anything w/John Foley Jan 12, 2023

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Chances are you’ve seen the movie Top Gun before. This exhilarating film showcased the almost unbelievably intense reality of being an elite pilot in the military. And behind many of those awe-inspiring stunts and scenes was John Foley, Blue Angels pilot, entrepreneur, real estate investor, public speaker, and all-around inspiring human being. John has performed these death-defying stunts for years and successfully became the one percent of the one percent of pilots. His key to success? Failing hard.

As soon as John saw the Blue Angels perform as a child, he dreamed of doing the same. It took him eighteen years to accomplish his dream, but it came with a cost. Before hitting his performance peak, John made a flight mistake that could have ended his career and another pilot’s life. Thankfully, this ill fate was avoided, but John still had to live with the consequences of making such a massive mistake. As a result, John reframed and rewired his brain to be better, retain more, keep his composure, and be “glad to be here.”

He’s made his way up to the highest level of flying and knows the key to elite success. The surprisingly simple method is laid out in today’s show, as John walks through the five steps he goes through every day to improve his life constantly, always be grateful, and never leave a day to waste. So if you want to push yourself to the next level, accomplish more than you think you’re capable of, and live more life in the moment, tune into this episode!

In This Episode We Cover:

Knowing your blind spots and why witnessing your weaknesses can boost your skills

Why complacency kills and thinking you’re “good enough” can drag you down

The benefits of a debrief and why you always want to know what you did wrong

Finding your “why” and turning it into the driving force behind your success

The “glad to be here” method and why it’s a “wonder drug” for human happiness

How the 1% of any skill set optimize their performance and push others to do the same

And So Much More!

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Navy SEAL Jocko Willink on Embracing Discomfort and Leading Through Extreme Ownership

Here’s Why Failure Is NEVER the End of Your Real Estate Journey

Book Mentioned in this Episode

Fearless Success by John Foley

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712: Has the Short-Term Rental Goldmine Run Dry? w/AirDNA’s Jamie Lane Jan 10, 2023

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Short-term rentals can be categorized, at least at a surface level, as the “easiest” investments of 2021 and 2022. With low interest rates and a surge of post-pandemic tourism, new hosts were buying homes for cheap monthly payments, throwing some furniture in them, and making a six-figure return within a year of owning just one property. Naturally, this led more and more hosts to start building bigger vacation rental empires, buying as many properties as possible and inflating prices as a result.

But, the boom in BnBs caught on quickly, and more investors began tackling the same strategy. Before long, there were more short-term rentals than ever, but the same number of guests occupied them. Now, short-term rental hosts are facing lower occupancy as they struggle to compete over which properties will get which guests. So, is this the end of the short-term rental industry, or is the data showing something completely different? We brought on Jamie Lane, Vice President of Research at AirDNA, to give us a glimmer of hope.

Jamie knows short-term rental data better than anyone else. He knows which markets are growing, which are declining, which amenities get you the highest ROI, and why last-minute bookings aren’t a bad thing. He gives us a deep dive into what’s affecting the short-term rental market as a whole, whether it’s on a decline, and what hosts can do to beat out the competition when trying to fill their listings.

In This Episode We Cover:

The “BnBust” and why so many short-term rental hosts are facing low occupancy

2023 short-term rental predictions and the effect a recession could have on the industry

The best short-term rental markets and which tourist cities will remain strong

Short-term rental regulations and how they may be a good thing for existing hosts

Last-minute bookings and using dynamic pricing to make these stays more profitable

The top amenities guests want in their vacation rental in 2023

Superhost status and the massive boost in bookings it can lead to

And So Much More!

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Try AirDNA Today

Tony's BiggerPockets Profile

AirDNA 2023 Outlook Report

AirDNA November 2022 Data

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711: Is This the BIGGEST Multifamily Opportunity in 10 Years? w/Andrew Cushman and Matt Faircloth Jan 08, 2023

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Multifamily real estate investing was almost impossible to break into over the past few years. Even those that had been in the field for decades were finding it challenging to get offers accepted or deals underwritten. Investors were throwing in almost unbelievable amounts of non-refundable earnest money, going well over asking price and analyzing deals at lightning speed, which often led to mistakes, not more money. But the tables have turned, and now, thanks to high interest rates, the buyer is in the driving seat.

And how could it be a multifamily episode without Andrew Cushman and Matt Faircloth? These two expert multifamily investors have been buying apartments for decades and helping others do the same! In this episode, Andrew and Matt break down what has gone on in the multifamily markets, why cap rates haven’t kept pace with interest rates, and what buyers can do now that sellers have lost most of their bargaining power. You’ll also get to hear their multifamily predictions for 2023, how far they expect prices to fall, and what you can do to start or scale your multifamily investing this year!

Then, Andrew and Matt take questions from the BiggerPockets forums and live Q&As with new multifamily investors. These topics range from property classes explained to raising private capital from investors (who aren’t your mom) and the risks and rewards of investing in smaller markets. Whether you’re interested in duplexes, triplexes, or two-hundred-unit apartment complexes, Andrew and Matt have answers for you!

In This Episode We Cover:

The mortgage and cap rate battle and how the two are unbalanced in 2023

The multifamily buyer’s market and why now is the time to aggressively chase deals

2023 housing market predictions and what multifamily investors can expect

How to start, or scale, your multifamily real estate portfolio this year

Long-distance real estate investing and assessing a property market from afar

How to raise money from private investors and expanding your network

The hidden dangers behind investing in a small, tertiary markets

And So Much More!

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Andrew's BiggerPockets Profile

Andrew's LinkedIn

Vantage Point Acquisitions

Matt's BiggerPockets Profile

Matt's Instagram

DeRosa Group

Paul Moore’s Article on Interest Rates and Cap Rates

Books Mentioned in the Show:

Long-Distance Real Estate Investing by David Greene

Raising Private Capital by Matt Faircloth

The Intention Journal by Brandon Turner

Connect with Philip & Daniel:

Philip's BiggerPockets Profile

Philip's Instagram

Philip's Website

Daniel's BiggerPockets Profile

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710: How to TRIPLE Your Rental Property Income with Group Home Investing w/Antoinette Munroe Jan 05, 2023

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Assisted living investments may be the most underrated, unknown, but ridiculously profitable real estate investment out there. For many investors, turning their single-family home into assisted or senior living seems like an impossible task. Don’t you need to have a medical background? Do you need a license? Can anyone do it? Instead of getting caught in analysis paralysis, Antoinette Munroe looked at the numbers, decided to take the jump, and hasn’t looked back. And after hearing her story, you might do the same!

Antoinette found financial freedom in just a few years with vacation rental investing. She used the game-changing strategy of house hacking combined with short-term rentals to profit over a thousand dollars a month, all while living in her own house. She slowly started building her empire, buying one property a year while working towards financial independence. She reached her ultimate goal, retiring early after only a few years of investing. Then, things started to change.

With new regulations rolling in, Antoinette had a large slice of her business about to be shut down or restricted at best. She needed to pivot to something that would make her the same money while still being passive enough to live the newly-retired lifestyle. When she heard about assisted living, she knew she had to run the numbers to see if the hype matched reality. The income was astonishing, and now she’s dedicated her time, money, and resources to building an assisted living empire that'll pay her much more than the vacation rentals before.

In This Episode We Cover:

The “game-changing” house hacking strategy that will help you reach financial freedom faster

Why you DON’T need to build a large real estate portfolio to retire early

Short-term rental regulations and how they’re delivering a blow to new investors

Pivoting your strategy to make even more money when everything is going wrong

Assisted living investing explained and how you can get in on the high-income action

The funding/financing mistake that Antoinette made and why you MUST avoid it

The bright side of short-term rental investors and improving your community while making passive income

And So Much More!

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Rob BiggerPockets Profile

Hear Antoinette’s Story on the “BiggerPockets Money” Podcast

Here’s Why You Should Consider Investing in Senior Living

Do New Short-Term Rental Regulations Make Investing Risky?

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709: Everything a New Investor Should Know BEFORE Closing on a Property w/Ashley Kehr Jan 03, 2023

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Before buying a rental property, real estate investing can seem scary. Only experienced landlords know how to deal with closing delays, overbudget rehabs, and tenant issues. But that doesn’t mean you have to come in blind on your first real estate investment. If you have the proper knowledge, expectations, and systems set up, you can build a real estate portfolio faster than the rest, which is what Ashley Kehr, author of Real Estate Rookie: 90 Days To Your First Investment, did.

Ashley hosts the Real Estate Rookie Podcast, where she interviews new investors who have had one or a few successful deals. She’s seen what it takes for someone to go from bystander to investor and wants to make sure you can purchase your first investment property too. On today’s show, Ashley walks through her pre-closing checklist, where she details everything from due diligence to budgeting renovations and rehabs, how to negotiate with sellers, where to find insurance and more.

This is just a brief glimpse at everything you can find in Ashley’s new book, and combining these golden nuggets with what is shared in Real Estate Rookie will get you on a faster path to landlord life and passive income. So, if you’ve been waiting to invest or feeling like you don’t know what you don’t know, this may be the perfect episode to start. Tune in, grab the new book, and get ready to make some property purchases in 2023!

In This Episode We Cover:

The pre-closing checklist and everything a new investor should do before they come to closing

Due diligence and how to ensure title work, home insurance, and taxes are ready

Renovation and rehab budgeting and how to build a scope of work even when investing out of state

Negotiating with a seller on both on and off-market deals and the pros/cons of using an agent

How to smoothly communicate with a seller or agent so you can get a deal done quicker (and with less stress)

Landlord insurance and how to find a policy that works for you before you close

And So Much More!

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Real Estate Rookie Podcast

Books Mentioned in the Show

Long Distance Real Estate by David Greene

Real Estate Rookie by Ashley Kehr

You’re Not Listening by Kate Murphy

Hug Your Haters by Jay Baer

Connect with Ashley:

Ashley's BiggerPockets Profile

Ashley's Instagram

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708: Future Millionaires: The 90-Day Mentorship to Grow Your Real Estate Portfolio Jan 01, 2023

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There’s a big difference between a real estate portfolio and having a few rental properties. Casual real estate investors can slowly start stacking one or two units a year and eventually end up with financial freedom, but often with stress and headaches that match their cash flow. Other investors, like David Greene and Rob Abasolo, take a more goal-oriented approach, building millions of dollars of wealth in under a decade with a portfolio that is self-sustaining, not self-defeating. Our goal here at BiggerPockets is to help YOU find financial freedom by following the same steps as investors like David and Rob.

In the same spirit, David and Rob have decided to sit down with three mentees and give them one-on-one coaching to get them to their ultimate goals. These mentees are all at different stages of their investing journey, focusing on different strategies with different properties. First, we talk to Philip, a school teacher who dreams of building out glampsites and campsites, all while developing cash-flowing retreat centers. Secondly, we talk to Wendy, an investor stuck in the “turnkey trap” who wants to escape her job and the low cash flow of “easy” investing. Lastly, we talk to Danny, a multifamily investor who wants to scale faster to regain his time.

All of these mentees have the same goal: financial freedom. If you’re trying to find your way out of the rat race and into the wealth-building realm of real estate, these are the episodes for you. We’ll continuously be checking in on our guests, giving them action items, and helping them work through any roadblocks that come their way. So stick around for the journey; you might hit financial freedom faster!

In This Episode We Cover:

Investing in glamping, camping, and retreat centers and why developing may be a costly move

How to find a real estate agent/broker who can source your PERFECT property (even if it’s VERY niche)

The “turnkey trap” and why easier investing often leads to lower returns

Why working in real estate as you build your portfolio is a cheat code for investors

House hacking, rental arbitrage, and creative ways to rent your properties for more

How to scale from small to large multifamily investing and how to find your own mentor

And So Much More!

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