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SREI 086 DJ Scruggs- From a tech career in the corporate world to multifamily real estate investing Mar 28, 2018

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SREI 085 Big returns in multi-family investing with Anthony Charra Mar 21, 2018

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In this episode of The Secrets to Real Estate Investing with Hard Hat Holly, we’re excited to talk with seasoned real estate investor, Anthony Chara. This savvy businessman began his real estate investing journey in 2001. Anthony starting out with buy and holds, then he dipped his toes in wholesaling, short sales, fix and flips, then finally graduated to large apartment buildings. Presently, he runs his company, Apartment Mentors, where he teaches his students how to begin investing in larger multi family deals. Mr. Chara owns properties in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas. He has found his passion by mentoring countless aspiring real estate investors. Mr. Chara’s techniques teach people how to become wealthy using multi family investing to generate massive cash flow and forced appreciation. This episode is sure to expand your mind with investing possibilities that most only dream of, so sit back and enjoy the show!

In this episode, you’ll learn about…

Anthony’s proven creative real estate financing tips and tricks
Why you must build a symbiotic relationship with your property managers
The traits of good and bad tenants, and why Anthony elects to raise his rents every year, even if it is just by $5
How to budget for TIMMUR (taxes, insurance, management, maintenance, utilities, and repairs/replacements)
How, with apartment buildings, one can CONTROL the value of one’s own investment (!!!)
Effective ways of increasing your NOI
What to look for in CAP rates

How to contact Anthony

Website: www.ApartmentMentors.com

If anyone is in the Denver area, Anthony also does a monthly luncheon for investors and four day apartment investing bootcamps around the country. Check out his website for details!

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For our free download of the week, Anthony is sharing four reports with us. These contain some exceptional content for beginners. The four reports cover CAP rates, Controlling NOI and TIMMUR, Operating Ratio and Expenses, and the last covers how one can find great deals on apartments. In addition, there is a free audio download on his website, www.ApartmentMentors.com . Thanks so much for sharing, Anthony!

Listen to the podcast here at … www.hardhatholly.com/85

As always, text “hardhat” to 38470 to receive this free download as well as past downloads and to get weekly notifications of upcoming podcasts.

SREI 084 - Robert Campbell holds the authority when it comes to real estate timing and market trends Mar 07, 2018

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In this highly informative episode of The Secrets to Real Estate Investing with Hard Hat Holly, we’re so lucky and so excited to talk with author and real estate investor, Robert Campbell. Bob has put out the highly sought afterl, “Campbell Real Estate Timing Letter,” for the last 15 years. This newsletter uses five key indicators which help to anticipate the peaks and valleys of real estate cycles with amazing accuracy. Bob generously shares with our listeners how exactly he does it and explains to what is on every investor’s mind- is it okay to buy now in an uptrending market? Join us today as we dive deep on these crucial topics so that you can take your real estate game to the next level! This episode is sure to blow your mind with market timing education, so sit back and enjoy the show!

In this episode, you’ll learn about…

How Bob predicts real estate cycles
How to buy low and sell high
How to spot trend changes in the market using his five key indicators
Why Bob thinks that markets are trending upwards in 2018
How technology is affecting the real estate industry today
Why you should be a VALUE investor, like Warren Buffet, and what that means

How to contact Bob

Website: www.RealEstateTiming.com

SREI 083 Starting with a $100 property purchase to becoming a master of Creative Financing with investor Adam Adams Feb 09, 2018

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In this episode of “The Secrets to Real Estate Investing” with Hard Hat Holly, we get the opportunity to meet real estate investor and podcaster, Adam Adams. Just like many of our guests, Adam read “Rich Dad Poor Dad” and, with the help of his own father, learned about the power of positive cash flow and caught the infectious real estate bug. Believe it or not, this man’s career began with the purchase of a $100 property in 2005. Adam went on to manage large multi family properties and then began to purchase these types of properties himself. In this information packed conversation, you will hear Adam explain how a few big failures and humbling experiences helped shape him and contribute to his success in real estate. We dive deep with Adam and learn the various strategies he’s implemented within his business, such as owner financing, no money out-of-pocket deals, implementing other people’s money, tax liens and tax deeds. If investing in real estate is your dream, there is only one way you can make it a reality…just get started!!! So go out there, take action, and live the life of your dreams!

In this episode, you’ll learn about…

The pros and cons of managing your own properties and Adam’s advice and tips
The pros and cons of renting and doing business with friends and/or family
Why it should be called “winning and learning” instead of “winning and losing”
Multi family investing and syndication

How to contact Adam Adams

Website: BlueSpruceHoldings.com

Podcast: RealBlueSpruce.com “The Creative Real Estate Podcast”

Email: realhelpfulsolutions@gmail.com

As always, text “hardhat” to 38470 to receive this free download as well as past downloads and to get weekly notifications of upcoming podcasts.

I'd LOVE for you to listen in today and write an iTunes rating and review letting me know what you think of the podcast – What was your biggest takeaway from the first episode you listened to? What do you love most about the episodes? What would you like to hear more about? Please share with us! And thanks for listening!

SREI082 - 60 deals his first year with Steven Pesavento Nov 29, 2017

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In this episode of “The Secrets to Real Estate Investing” with Hard Hat Holly, we get the opportunity to sit down with one of our younger and newer investors, Steven Pesavento. This mover and shaker knew early on that the working the corporate grind was not going to provide a fulfilling life for him. Steven got started in real estate only a year and a half ago, and he hasn’t looked back since. The main hurdle he had to get over were his own limiting beliefs, which he graciously dives into with us today. While first getting started on this incredible journey, this inspirational young man made 80 offers which led to exactly zero deals. Demonstrating that if you want true success one must never give up, Steven kept on. Talk about perseverance! He stresses the importance of creating a team and a winning network, and what it means to have grit and tenacity in this business. Today he will share with our listeners many of the simple yet powerful techniques we all can use to increase our income by investing in key markets so we can achieve financial freedom and live the life of our dreams! In this episode, you’ll learn about… ● Getting past your own limiting beliefs ● How to surround yourself with the right people ● Direct mail marketing and various response rates in Southern California and other key markets ● Other marketing methods that Steven employs - cold calling, pay per click, Facebook, etc. ● Building relationships and rapport with sellers ● Bank financing, private money, and self directed IRAs How to contact Steven Pesavento Facebook: search for VonFinch NC or VonFinch MN Website: http://vfinvest.com For our free download of the week, Steven has so generously offered our listeners a list of his Top 9 favorite books on real estate. These books have helped this voracious reader launch into great success! There are some great reads listed here! Thanks so much for sharing, Steven! Listen to the podcast here at … www.hardhatholly.com/82 As always, text “hardhat” to 38470 to receive this free download as well as past downloads and to get weekly notifications of upcoming podcasts.

SREI081 - Creative deals without any of his own money with Adam Rae Nov 29, 2017

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In this episode of The Secrets to Real Estate Investing with Hard Hat Holly, we’re so very excited to get to know Colorado Springs investor, Adam Rae. Like so many of our guests, Adam read “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” at age 15 and his life was forever changed. After a lot of education and experience, Adam discovered that he had a highly lucrative knack for creative financing and resourcefulness in general. As he acquired more rental units and flipped more and more houses, Adam taught himself how to leverage other people’s money and credit with his growing knowledge. Today, he has a team of five who help him wholesale deals, in addition to completing about a flip per month, and buying about 20 rentals per year. He is now an expert in seller financing, subject to, land trusts, and lease options. And if that wasn’t enough, Adam is a master at sales negotiation as well. Join us today as we dive deep on these topics and more! In the words of the man himself, don’t worry about perfection before you start- just get started!

In this episode, you’ll learn…

The basics of creative financing
How to use other people’s money and credit (hint: it’s all about RELATIONSHIPS)
Tips on creating bullet proof contracts utilizing tools such as a “catastrophe clause”
How to employ Adam’s expert sales techniques

How to contact Adam

Website: www.SellMyHome.org

Email: AdamR@sellmyhome.org

Phone number: (719) 421-9100

For our free download of the week, Adam has given us access to his Think Tank that you can find at www.SellMyHome.org/thinktank. Adam will send out a quarterly email with details on what his business is working on where you can get ideas and inspiration. Thanks so much for sharing, Adam! We can’t wait to check it out!

Listen to the podcast here at … www.hardhatholly.com/81

As always, text “hardhat” to 38470 to receive this free download as well as past downloads and to get weekly notifications of upcoming podcasts.

SREI080 - How important bookkeeping is for investors with Kirk and Joni Yates Nov 29, 2017

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In this episode of The Secrets to Real Estate Investing with Hard Hat Holly, we’re excited to talk with superstar bookkeepers, Kirk and Joni Yates. These two aren’t your average bookkeepers, their knowledge lies in not only helping real estate investors keep their businesses kosher, but they can actually help you propel it forward. Kirk and Joni provide the boots on the ground assistance in your business everyday, which will save you unnecessary stress, aggravation, tons of money, and TIME. One could then use this valuable gained time to go out and find more deals (!) instead of getting lost in the weeds of your business. Join us today as we dive deep with these bookkeeper extraordinaires as they provide some much needed insight into an otherwise dreaded topic. If you are looking for a bookkeeper that understands how real estate and real estate investing works, and one who can actually propel your business forward, look no further than this dynamic duo!

In this episode, you’ll learn…

How to reconcile your bank accounts and the importance of keeping personal and business accounts as separate as possible
Simple ways to protect your business from lawsuits
Why it is paramount that you learn to properly read your settlement statements (HUD-1) as much of this will be tax deductible write-offs
Why you should keep every receipt, track expenses by property, and what software and apps are the best tools for this
Tips on keeping your flipping and wholesaling businesses separate to see which is more profitable and what your return on investment is per project. This will give you valuable insight to create a more efficiently run business.

How to contact Kirk and Joni

Website: www.REIbooksonline.com

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For our free download of the week, Kirk and Joni have generously given our listeners a two page PDF full of invaluable tips on bookkeeping for real estate investors. ALSO, if you think that Kirk and Joni would be a good addition to your real estate team, you can go to their website, REIbooksonline.com , sign up for a free consultation, then receive 50% off your first month! Just use the code, Holly, and start saving! Thanks so much for sharing, guys!

Listen to the podcast here at … www.hardhatholly.com/80

As always, text “hardhat” to 38470 to receive this free download as well as past downloads and to get weekly notifications of upcoming podcasts.

SREI 079 $120k wholesale deal from a facebook ad with Stephanie Betters Nov 29, 2017

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In this episode of The Secrets to Real Estate Investing with Hard Hat Holly, we’re excited to talk with super woman and “Facebook Queen,” Stephanie Betters. Stephanie and her husband Zachary got married right after college and, with very little money, decided to buy a foreclosed home and do a live-in flip. This first deal taught them how to renovate a home properly and they were subsequently bitten by the real estate bug. Ten years later, they now live in Charlotte, North Carolina with their three children and an enviable real estate empire. Stephanie still works full time as a nurse practitioner, a career that she absolutely loves. This year, her real estate business is on track to do over 40 deals, employs 12 people, and the couple has increased their income by 800 times!!! Stephanie generously shares with our listeners how exactly she does it - from her tightened systems, to hiring the right people, to creating a hands off real estate machine. Join us today as we dive deep on this and her wealth of knowledge when it comes to the power of Facebook advertising. This episode is sure to blow your mind with education and crucial social media information, so sit back and enjoy the show! In this episode, you’ll learn about… ● Delegation, creating systems, and hiring the right people to create a truly hands off business ● Using Facebook ads to find sellers and learning about your potential sellers’ online behavior such as they type of transactions that they’re engaging in ● Why social media IS the internet ● Presenting your brand in the most effective and most highly targeted way so that you can be in front of your audience ALL of the time ● Retargeting campaigns ● Why Facebook is the new frontier for real estate investors and why relevancy is the most important aspect How to contact Stephanie : Website: www.socialmediaREI.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/BettersHomes Email: stephanie@socialmediaREI.com For our free download of the week, Stephanie has generously given our listeners a cheat sheet that will educate you on common themes for your real estate Facebook business page. This invaluable sheet can serve as your blueprint for what, when, and how to post. Thanks so much for sharing, Stephanie! Listen to the podcast here at … www.hardhatholly.com/79 As always, text “hardhat” to 38470 to receive this free download as well as past downloads and to get weekly notifications of upcoming podcasts.

SREI- 078 NFL player Mark Dennis turned flipper and wholesaler Nov 29, 2017

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In this episode of “The Secrets to Real Estate Investing” with Hard Hat Holly, we get the opportunity to meet former NFL player turned real estate investor, Mark Dennis. In this information packed conversation, you will hear Mark explain how his career as a professional football player and belief in God helped shape him and contribute to his success in real estate. We dive deep with Mark and learn the various strategies he’s implemented within his business, such as his lead generation strategies, and his biggest mistakes as well as his best touchdown deals. If investing in real estate is your dream, there is only one way you can make it a reality…just get started!!! So go out there, take action, and live the life of your dreams! In this episode, you’ll learn about… ● Wholesaling, wholeselling, and double closing deals ● Direct mail marketing strategies to absentee owners ● Why Mark went from primarily using direct mail marketing to almost exclusively online advertising and why this is a better model for his business ● Pay per click and Facebook advertising ● Where to find deals and how to use private investors How to contact Mark Dennis Website: AgapeRealEstate.com Phone: (224) 241-2274 Email: Mark@AgapeRealEstate.com For our free download of the week, Mark has generously offered our listeners a tip sheet on how he has successfully found some of his best off market deals. Thanks so much for sharing, Mark! Listen to the podcast here at … www.hardhatholly.com/78 As always, text “hardhat” to 38470 to receive this free download as well as past downloads and to get weekly notifications of upcoming podcasts.

SREI 077--Rags to Riches with Don Costa Nov 29, 2017

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In this episode of “The Secrets to Real Estate Investing” with Hard Hat Holly, we get the opportunity to sit down with a man who truly has one of the most humbling stories of any investor that we’ve met thus far. In 2003, Don thought he was too big to fail. He was making money hand over fist flipping houses when the crash came and it all came tumbling down. This man literally lost everything. Don hit rock bottom when he found himself paying for gas with
quarters and having his debit card decline very publicly at Taco Bell. Today he shares with our listeners many of the powerful lessons that he learned after going to hell and back. Tune in and
listen to these powerful insights so that you too can overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and achieve financial freedom through real estate! Go out there, take action, and live
the life of your dreams!
In this episode, you’ll learn about…
● How to treat your business like a business, how to stay focused in your investing
● The importance of creating structures, systems, efficiency, and great teams in your
business
● The powerful use of employing OPM- not “other people’s money” but “other people’s
marketing”
● How Don “shakes every bush” when it comes to searching for deals, but that networking
is his best proven method by far
● How building relationships and networking is crucial for your business- and no, this does not mean just handing out business cards at a REIA meeting. This means building real
relationships.

How to contact Don Costa

Don has a highly informative podcast entitled, “Flip Talk,” which has some amazing content that all investors, newbies and seasoned pros alike, can benefit from. Go check it out and give Don some love! Don can be reached at don@fliptalk.com or on Facebook.

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For our free download of the week, Don has generously offered our listeners a copy of his JV agreement, which helped him tremendously in his early days and he continues to use today.
Our listeners can use his exact copy or feel free to modify it however they wish. Thanks so much for sharing, Don!

www.hardhatholly.com/77

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